The Power of No

Every quarter, my team and I like to assess things in our business. We take a hard honest look at what’s working, what’s not working and what is missing that if it existed would make a positive difference. It’s what my business coach Charrise McCrorey calls a reality check. Understand, this is not always a pleasant […]

Love Your “Internal” Customer and the Reward Will Follow

Whether we are employers or employees, managers or managed, the complexion of employment relationships has changed considerably as employment and society have changed. Although technology has created many thousands of positions that previously did not exist, I am concerned that perhaps some of the traditional and humanitarian core values of employment have been replaced or […]

How To Embrace Diversity Inclusion In Your Network

Diversity inclusion is a big media topic. Acceptance of people across all human categories is expected. Diversity inclusion in your career is not just something you should do, it’s a necessity for advancement and good business. Particularly for internal networking. How so? In a corporate environment aligning yourself with diverse people, and thus different ways […]

Diffusing the F Bomb

I meet them regularly – people from all walks, snaking about with the foul word on their lips, spewing the venom left and right, indignant about why they can’t do “this” in their lives, what’s preventing “that” in business, or the other thing that’s got them chained to mediocrity. The F-Word: It really is a […]

The 11 Cs Your Business Should Have

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I have learned many lessons during my career about what to do and what not to do in business. Although the lessons are numerous and the variations significant, I have reduced them to what I have designated as the “Business Cs.” 1.) Choice You choose what you will and will not do. These choices may […]

Do you need a business coach? We interview Kelly Meerbott.

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This article originally appeared on B2B NXT, by Tessa Yin. The world’s most successful Founders and CEOs are backed by a powerful team, and more often than not, a coach. Coaches can help the executive team be effective leaders, drive profitable performance, and face insurmountable challenges. We interview business coaches to help you… help yourself. […]

E19: Becoming a Purposeful & Authentic Networker

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Jennifer Lynn Robinson, CEO and Founder of Purposeful Networking, joins the program to discuss how she helps people build better relationships with each other. She also shares her experience of recovery from a serious accident that left her with a traumatic brain injury, and how that led her to the work she does today. Discover how to keep going and recreate your life after a major setback or adversity.

E18: Being A Masterful Interviewer

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Producer & Host Phillip Silverstone joins the program to discuss how he prepares for interviews, and the skills that set him apart from other interviewers. He reveals the approach he takes when interviewing celebrities and why he admires Winston Churchill. Discover the importance of stepping outside of your comfort zone and how to stand out from the crowd.

E17: Creating a Positive Social Impact

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Greg Hagin, Managing Director of CCS Fundraising, discusses the formative experiences that led him to be interested in philanthropy and social impact. He reveals what he has learned from personal and professional failures, and the lessons he has learned from mountain climbing. Discover the importance of developing a sense of purpose, meaning and responsibility and how to achieve a better work/life flow.

E16: Health, Sleep and The Wisdom of Your Body

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Nicolas Ronco, CEO of YeloSpa, joins the program to discuss the importance of sleep for overall health and the wisdom of the body. Discover the roles of empathy and integrity in leadership and why “soft” skills are really essential business skills. Nicolas also reveals an experience that he had working in India and how it impacts his work today.