Emotions are Contagious

Emotions are Contagious

In the midst of rising inflation and gas prices, global unrest, and continuing supply chain issues, it can be difficult as leaders to remain steady, motivated, and keep our teams focused on the mission. So, how might you stay “calm in the pocket,” and keep your...
Don’t Let Bad Thoughts Linger

Don’t Let Bad Thoughts Linger

“Every adversity, every failure, and every heartache carries with it the seed of an equivalent or a greater benefit.” -Napoleon Hill (author of Think and Grow Rich) Think about the last bad thing that happened to you. How did you respond? Did the event suck you in and...
2 Ways to Flip Your Meeting Mindset

2 Ways to Flip Your Meeting Mindset

When you look at your calendar, specifically at meetings you’ve got that day with groups, individuals or clients … do you ‘smile’ and feel ready to participate? If not, you need to make an adjustment to tackle the day. When you’re annoyed, not ready for a...
Don’t swim naked

Don’t swim naked

“When the tide goes out, you can see who is swimming naked.” I’m reminded of this phrase as I think about folks handling the huge tide of political dollars. The tide is in, and sadly, it will inevitably go out. For many, this is yet another test of sales leadership,...
The Power of Brand

The Power of Brand

Legendary ad guru David Ogilvy was credited with coining the term “Brand” years ago explaining it as “the intangible sum of a product’s attributes.” Nowadays, “branding” refers to the process associated with establishing and publicizing everything from goods and...