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Six Reasons Why Bring Problems Without Solutions Is Not a Good Idea
- Early in my coaching career, while onboarding a new client in the IT support business, I asked what frustrated him about his business. He replied that he was frustrated by clients who did not follow through when he told them there was an issue with their computer/server systems. When I pressed for an example, he […] Read More
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What Can We Learn About Business from William LeMessurier?
- I just finished reading a great book about the crisis that arose from a major mistake made in the 1970’s in the structural design of New York City’s Citibank Tower. In the book “The Great Miscalculation” by Michael Greenburg it is revealed that the structural engineering firm LeMessurier, headed by William LeMessurier. had made a […] Read More
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Some More Mistakes That Will Hurt Your Company
- A few months ago, I published two blogs about mistakes that I’ve witnessed that company owners and executives have made that damaged their organizations. The following are a few more that you should avoid. Being intimidated by industry leaders It is OK to respect the leading companies within your industry or proposed industry. However, fearing […] Read More
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More Things I’ve Learned (or Have Been Reminded About)
- In my blog last month, I presented a few things I have been reminded about or learned while getting certified to offer the ActionCOACH 12-Week MasterCLASSes. The following are several more ideas and concepts that will benefit you: The section of your brain that filters information from your conscious mind and your subconscious is called […] Read More
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Things I’ve Recently Learned (or Have Been Reminded About)
- I have been taking several certification courses for some of the ActionCOACH 12-Week MasterCLASSes. While viewing the materials I’ve been reminded of many concepts I’ve learned during my journey as a business coach. In addition, I have learned a bunch of new ideas, concepts, and strategies that I would like to share with you in […] Read More
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The Top Six Misconceptions About Business Coaching
- Business and executive coaching is an increasingly popular tool that many entrepreneurs and business owners are turning to in order to improve their performance, gain competitive advantage, and achieve their goals. However, despite its growing popularity, there are still many misconceptions about what business and executive coaching is and how it can benefit individuals and […] Read More
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It Is Not Too Early To Begin 2022
- Originally posted 12/4/2014, updated 12/8/2021 As the end of 2021 approaches a little introspection is in order. As a business owner, some of your fundamental roles include: coaching planning setting goals interviewing and hiring training creating managing How are you doing so far this year regarding your time in these areas? Ask yourself a few […] Read More
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Barbara Corcoran’s Worst Way to Ask For Assistance
- Originally posted 8/2/2016, revised 2/5/2021. One of my favorite activities while behind the wheel driving to and from the Berkshires is listening to one of the SUCCESS Magazine monthly audio CDs. This past weekend I was inspired by a segment with Barbara Corcoran on the June 2016 CD. In answer to the interviewer’s question about […] Read More
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A Closer Look at Our Circle of Business Concept
- This Vblog was originally posted on 6/26/2020. Read More
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2019 Business Excellence Forum – Blinding Flashes of the Obvious Part 4
- Originally posted 5/13/2019. Our next speaker was the amazing Sheri Riley, author of “Exponential Living – Stop Spending 100% of Your Time on 10% of Who You Are” Her presentation included many BFOs: What will you give up to grow? If you don’t give things up, you limit your capacity to grow. Personal development fuels […] Read More
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