Shouldn’t I copy what other great leaders are doing if I want to be a great leader, too? I’m here with Stan Phelps, an accomplished speaker and author of the twelve “Goldfish” books. His specialty is how to use differentiation to stand out as a leader and a business.The best way to be a productive … Continue reading “How to differentiate yourself as a leader”
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Why planning must come before scheduling for optimal productivity
Aren’t planning and scheduling the same thing? The words “planning” and “scheduling” are often used interchangeably, as if both have the same meaning or intention. The problem is they’re not the same, although they do go hand in hand. While speaking at an event in Phoenix, I had a chance to meet up with a … Continue reading “Why planning must come before scheduling for optimal productivity”
How working long hours can be unproductive
Can “hard work” become unproductive? What do you think? A strong work ethic is often a strength…until you work long hours to “get it all done,” no matter how long “it” takes. Then it becomes a liability. This mentality misses an opportunity to uncover hidden productivity gains. I recently spoke to over 1100 project managers … Continue reading “How working long hours can be unproductive”
Why your style is a part of your brand
“Why does it matter what I wear?” Everyone has a brand, whether you are aware of it or not, and it’s a big part of someone’s first impression of you. Your style is part of that brand; what you wear speaks to your credibility in a person’s eyes. This is why I work with my … Continue reading “Why your style is a part of your brand”
How this one question will improve the value of your time
“How can I make YOUR job easier?” I’m here in Carpentaria, California at the LinkedIn Learning studios (such a cool place by the way) working on a new course that touches on this very topic: Improve the value of your time! One obvious way to increase your income is to take on more work, whether … Continue reading “How this one question will improve the value of your time”
