Why I Fired One Of My Business Coaches
It’s a new year… what a great season for personal trainers to engage in relationships with clients that want to get into physical shape in 2014. What a great time for business owners and professionals to find a business coach or consultant to help them be more productive or profitable in 2014.
I have had …
Taking Action: An Interview with LVLXIII CEO Antonio Brown
Recently, I had the opportunity to connect with Antonio Brown, one of the hottest young fashion designers in the market. He is the founder and CEO of the premium men’s fashion brand, LVL XIII (pronounced ‘Level 13’), that recently launched a line of high-end sneakers that is getting a lot of attention. Celebrities such as …
Communication Style Magnetically Attracts Your Clientele
Have you ever wondered why someone asked to connect with you? In one of two cases, you either had no interest whatsoever or you hold the other person in high esteem. Should it have been the first scenario, consider what you may change to avoid a similar new occurrence. And if excitement was yours upon …
6 Ways to Work Smarter in 2014
Finding an excuse to procrastinate at work is definitely an easy thing to do. Especially when we have numerous projects hanging over our heads and we’re pressed for time, it can be difficult to focus on our most important tasks at work.
In the new year, we need to make a promise to ourselves to …
Why Cheating is the Secret to Success
A whole lot of people are making resolutions right now, and not one of those goals is: I will master the art of cheating. Yet the truth is, all high achievers are expert at cheating, because cheating is the secret to success.
When you shadow leading entrepreneurs, CEOs of Global 2000 companies, world class athletes, …
Start Your Own Business in 2014
Have you considered entrepreneurship? According to a recent study by 1 and 1, 53% of American adults have considered starting their own business. However, many obstacles await the burgeoning entrepreneur. I asked three new entrepreneurs three questions about their leap from employee to business owner in 2013.
Meet the EntrepreneursTim Murphy, Co-Founder of AirDrop …
2, 4, 6, 8: Who Do You Appreciate?
As the season of giving winds down, the next step for giving is that of sincere appreciation for others in both your personal and business life. Keep in mind that frequently, those we know will surprise us with a referral to the perfect business connection.
Prior to mid-January, make a list of all those in …
3 Key Elements of Your LinkedIn Photograph
Your LinkedIn photograph is the first thing that most people notice when they view your profile. It also shows up next to your name and headline when people conduct searches on LinkedIn. It is often the number one factor in whether people click to view your profile.
What does your LinkedIn photograph say about you? …
A Tough New Year’s Resolution: Take My Own Advice!
Have you ever noticed that some professionals give great advice which they don’t seem to follow? There are brilliant physicians espousing healthful diets who are obese, esteemed Psychologists with multiple failed marriages, admired spiritual leaders who act selfishly and politicians who lead double lives. Most of us who seek mentors find these inconsistencies unsettling.
Is …
Talking Toy Leadership
My wife bought my niece a “My Little Pony” unicorn toy for Christmas. I didn’t even know My Little Pony still existed but apparently that is what my niece wanted. I didn’t exactly check out the toy before my wife wrapped it so I was just as surprised as my niece when she tore open …