Are you a frustrated leader? Are you frustrated with your employees, with your business, with your life? Are you afraid of being left behind in this booming economy? Do you wish your employees would come to work each day with enthusiasm, excitement, and passion rather than just “clocking in and clocking out”? Do you want to grow your business? Do you want to achieve successful results that (Continue)
The Six-Figure Productivity Technique
Recently, I read a famous story told by James Clear: “By 1918, Charles M. Schwab was one of the richest men in the world. Schwab was the president of the Bethlehem Steel Corporation, the largest shipbuilder and the second-largest steel producer in America at the time. The famous inventor Thomas Edison once referred to Schwab as the ‘master hustler.’ He was constantly seeking an edge over (Continue)
The 360-degree Evaluation That Changed My Leadership
He impacted my life and leadership more than any other person. I can still remember the first day that I met him. He exuded confidence, and when our eyes locked I could see a twinkle in his eye. It was if he knew about a hidden gift, and was delighted with the thought of revealing it to those ready to receive it. (Continue)
Does Your Smile Reflect an Abundance Mindset?
People have asked me since I was a young boy, “Why do you smile so much?” At one time, I would answer, “I don’t know.” However, over the years I have come to know that my smile comes from a grateful heart. And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful. Colossians 3:15 ESV When I look over my life, I don’t have any (Continue)
Learn to Lead – 11 Examples of Expedient and Principled Behavior
I love eating Krispy Kreme donuts! WOW! They are lip-smacking good! Have you eaten a Krispy Kreme donut when they come out fresh and are still warm? They literally melt in your mouth! Eating a Krispy Kreme donut requires little discipline. It is an expedient, emotional experience. Until I weigh in the next day. Double WOW!! Because I love to eat and I need a stress reliever, I’ve made (Continue)
Learn How Successful People Make Better Decisions
Several years ago, I was enjoying a tasty Texas BBQ lunch with a manager at my company, when he said, “Bobby, I’ve noticed you use the same way to make a decision, no matter if it is a six-pack of Cokes or 6,000 cases of Coke.” I took that as a compliment about how I made principled decisions, and I thanked him. He went on to state a certain strong conviction that he had, which I had heard (Continue)
The Hallmarks of Principled Behavior
Two of my young grandsons were born two years apart from each other, and their birthdays are only one day apart. The boys call me “G-Bob” (that stands for Grandbob) and my wife, “Mimi”. Since their birthdays are so close, most parents would throw one combined birthday party -right? Wouldn’t it make sense to have one party? Yes. Wouldn’t it be more convenient for everyone and save time? (Continue)
Four Benefits of an Inspired Workplace Culture
Our people were always important in our business. But it was not until 1989 that I got intentional about it. (Continue)
Why I Wrote a Non-Business Book
My first two books are business books and focus on my many years of learning and refining my approach to leadership. So, it may come as a surprise that my newest book is a non-business book. Well, as I’m sure you’ll agree, some problems transcend business, and leadership applies to more than for-profit endeavors. For many years, I considered writing about the challenges and opportunities (Continue)
Stories Matter. Here’s How Smart Leaders Use Them to Inspire Action
The power of storytelling is undeniable. When you speak at a conference, or with your friend one-on-one, notice how much they remember of the conversation when it’s attached to a story. Likely, they (and you) will forget much of your conversation, except those pieces that revolved around a particular event, with specific people and places. Humans remember stories, and further, we share (Continue)
32: Stories Matter. Here’s How Smart Leaders Use Them to Inspire Action w/ Jill Pollack
The power of storytelling is undeniable. When you speak at a conference, or with your friend one-on-one, notice how much they remember of the conversation when it’s attached to a story. Likely, they (and you) will forget much of your conversation, except those pieces that revolved around a particular event, with specific people and places. Humans remember stories, and further, we share stories. As (Continue)
4 Steps You Can Follow Now To Build Your Legacy
It’s true: robots are taking our jobs. Well, at least to some degree. As if being a leader in business wasn’t challenging enough, we have to worry about artificial intelligence learning more than us at an accelerating rate. Luckily, there’s something humans — namely entrepreneurs — have over AI: We have the power to leave a legacy. You say you’re not an entrepreneur? I beg to differ, my (Continue)
31: 4 Steps You Can Follow Now To Build Your Legacy w/ Mark Podolsky
It’s true: robots are taking our jobs. Well, at least to some degree. As if being a leader in business wasn’t challenging enough, we have to worry about artificial intelligence learning more than us at an accelerating rate. Luckily, there’s something humans — namely entrepreneurs — have over AI: We have the power to leave a legacy. You say you’re not an entrepreneur? That’s exactly what The (Continue)
