A movie about Moses … a David Bowie song … a near-riot at a ballet … and, well, our very own Mike dealing with cutting a check that will bounce. It’s all good news! How are you looking at your constraints? Questions? Comments? Ideas for future episodes … or interview subjects? Email Mike and Mark.
Choices: a civil war battle and the battles we face with every decision
It all hinged on choices. If one had not chosen to rise before dawn … if another had not chosen to commit to training … if still another had not chosen to execute the severest of punishments … … it’s possible we would not live in the United States of America. Are you taking your daily decisions just as seriously …
Choices: a Civil War battle and the battles we face with every decision
It all hinged on choices. If one had not chosen to rise before dawn … if another had not chosen to commit to training … if still another had not chosen to execute the severest of punishments … … it’s possible we would not live in the United States of America. Are you taking your daily decisions just as seriously …
Freedom and responsibility: Booker T.’s message for us
American hero Booker T. Washington told the story of the freeing of the slaves by relating the other side of the coin: responsibility. If you plan to grow yourself or to empower others, it’s a lesson you must embrace. More on slavery and American history: Questions? Comments? Ideas for future episodes … or interview subjects? Email Mike and Mark.
Persuading with “Feel, Think, Do”
If Mike’s wrong about Feel-Think-Do, then people shouldn’t be smoking anymore. And an entire segment of our economy should disappear. The concept will help you persuade others–and yourself. Resource mentioned: Positive Coaching Discussion Questions (free download) Questions? Comments? Ideas for future episodes … or interview subjects? Email Mike and Mark.
Find your tribe: You grow in community
Benjamin Franklin, in his early 20s, did something that would change his life–and America. And you can do it too. Questions? Comments? Ideas for future episodes … or interview subjects? Email Mike and Mark.
Discomfort is necessary!
There is a part of your brain that can grow every day. But only if you get out of your comfort zone. Mike explains the connection to getting better at literally anything that makes you uncomfortable. Questions? Comments? Ideas for future episodes … or interview subjects? Email Mike and Mark.
A Genius on intentionality: Why and how some achieve more–and how you can too
We love featuring geniuses on It Doesn’t Take a Genius! Herb Mast’s book “Intentionality for Leaders” has been praised by the likes of Boeing and Ford CEO Alan Mulally and leadership great Patrick Lencioni. Mark asks Herb to share some of the insights in the book that helps you go “beyond mere talk, actionless goal setting and good intentions to …
“Not listening” is the new pandemic.
Mike has had a series of troubling interactions that explain a lot of what our clients are facing: Nobody is listening anymore. Fortunately, there are several ways to combat this. Questions? Comments? Ideas for future episodes … or interview subjects? Email Mike and Mark.
Earning eccentricity: Dennis Rodman wore a suit and tie on draft day
Want to be weird? Be excellent first. Mike explains his principle with a stellar server and Dennis Rodman. It shows up in sales, too. … Goofballs are just nutty. Stars are unique. Questions? Comments? Ideas for future episodes … or interview subjects? Email Mike and Mark.