I recently had the opportunity to give a really nice audience a peek into my life. They were attentive and curious and I received a generous standing ovation. After it was over, as I often do, I got to spend considerable time talking with the audience members individually. What I learned from them will change […]
When trying to coach leadership, there is one word picture that does so much more than all the others. That picture is golf. Those of you might ‘hate golf’ or don’t know much about it, please stay with me. The game of golf is a collection of challenges intentionally designed to test your skills. In a standard round […]
Integrated marketing systems refers to a strategic approach wherein various aspects of marketing communication like advertising, PR and social media are seamlessly coordinated and aligned to work together towards a common goal. The aim is to create a unified and consistent brand message across different channels and touchpoints, thereby maximizing the effectiveness and impact of […]
My most popular keynote speech is Embrace Uncertainty. Yes, it has emotional appeal because people like to be reassured that everything will be ok. Yes, it has great stories of everything turning out good after a traumatic event or two. Yes, the good guys in the white hats win in the end. Yes, my job […]
I recently did a corporate keynote and the firm I spoke to had a new leadership team and was trying to reform their culture. Fortunately, I was able to interview both the C-Suite (employers) and the front-line employees separately. This gave me an opportunity to brief the CEO and COO prior to the speaking engagement […]
Being your own boss, or the “top dog,” can be a rewarding yet challenging endeavor. First, autonomy is a significant draw; you have the freedom to set your own schedule, pursue projects aligned with your passions, and make decisions that shape your business’s direction. This level of control can lead to a deep sense of […]
Business leaders know the challenge it can be to lead change. When there is a new announcement about something changing, you can often hear the groans that arise. Work teams of all kinds resist change. Understanding ways to overcome the resistance can be a leader’ s best answer in times of change. As I’ve mentioned […]
It’s an old saying you’ve likely heard before. For anyone who owns a business, this phrase is counsel that may be hard to do. For all the owners out there, all three counts in this simple mantra may be nearly impossible. Lead-Follow-Getoutofway First, to Lead On one hand that seems obvious. You own the business, who […]
For many, the term “technology” evokes a sense of ominous fear, particularly as advancements seem to occur at warp speed. This fear is especially relevant for individuals at mid-career who may be considering a change. The fear of being replaced by technology, particularly by artificial intelligence (AI), is a valid concern. However, it’s essential to […]
In learning how to fly an airplane, one of the first lessons has to do with understanding winds. Winds come in basically three types; Head winds – those hit you right in the face Tail winds – those from behind Cross winds – those at angles from the side I believe the challenges we […]
