Pocket Sized Pep Talks

While helping a client prepare for an important interview, I noticed a small communication glitch that we tend to take for granted. This particular glitch made his responses seem a bit cold. In this quick, seven-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk,I'll tell you what adjustments we made, how those answers began to sound full of warmth, and how, in doing so, sound a lot more natural!

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk you'll learn: Why so many seem to ignore or forget the human capital they work with. What role human capital plays in increasing the success rate of an organization.  The importance of human capital data in entrepreneurship. If they leave with one or two things. Some key takeaways to remember about the power of data and human capital in creating successful entrepreneu...

Think about the last time you went into a crowded restaurant; they probably took your cell phone number and texted you when your table was ready. Although we’ve been carrying cell phones for decades now, this genius idea is relatively new. In this quick, six-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I'll tell you why that ridiculous delay highlights one of the most fundamental principles of customer service!...

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: Working definitions for the words “resilience” and “brilliance” which are used a lot in this podcast! Why more than 87% of working Americans think that both resilience  and  brilliance are incredibly valuable to their success at work, and why  81% think they would have a better work culture if their company invested more in helping people thrive.   How...

When it comes to making people believe what we say, we not only focus on the words we use, but we even tend to obsess on those words. In this quick, four-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk I'll remind you that the reality is that the words only play a small part of what others hear and believe. You need to learn the tune!

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: The difference between inward-focused social media as opposed to outward-focused social media. We all want to be authentic.  Corey talks about how. Some classic mistakes businesses make on social media?   Corey's take on TikTok. Jump on the bandwagon or avoid at all costs?  How to get more out of LinkedIn without coming off as sales-y. Should we go to L...

In real estate, they say the three most important factors are location, location, location. In public speaking, the three most important factors may very well be preparation, preparation, preparation. However, that doesn’t mean we have to burden ourselves with setting unrealistic goals of knowing everything. In this quick, six-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I'll remind that even if you could know e...

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: According to a recent  Ernst & Young report , 32% of CEOs fear their industries are changing so fast they can't keep up, 27% anticipate battling brand-new competitors, and 40% of small biz owners are admitting 2024 could make or break them. Rusty provides some quick solutions! Rusty's teams achieved a record-breaking 22 consecutive state sports champion...

We tend to pride ourselves on our ability to think out of the box, but in reality, we may be doing just the opposite. After all, so much information is available at our fingertips; it would appear that solutions to complex problems can’t be far away. In this quick, seven-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I'll remind you that sometimes, a potential solution is so obvious that it hides in broad daylight...

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: What makes so many others afraid of dealing with conflict. Why words like, calm down, take it easy, or relax do NOT work, and what does! A process move to keep arguments from escalating. How to go about dealing with an unpleasant, argumentative, opinionated person that holds opinions that are completely opposite of your personal views?  Emotional arguin...

When you watch a professional presenter perform under pressure, it appears effortless. What you don’t see is what goes on before that performance, and the way the speaker uses those final few minutes before he or she begins to speak. In this quick, seven-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I’ll tell you about my personal ritual for preparing for pressure, and how this might help you the next time you ha...

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: What made Victoria target AI and made her an early adopter. Why her latest book, "Move to Great! 12 Strategies for Exponential Business Growth leveraging AI," works for companies of all sizes.   Victoria's, "secret sauce" to acquiring new customer.   How she remains one of the few business experts that doesn't just promises tangible results, but provide...

Don't confuse the noble act of trying our best with the noble act of pushing ourself to perfection. In this quick, six-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I’ll tell why perfection, and the pursuit of it, can do more harm than good.

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: When Nikki first had dreams of going to Olympic games. Her biggest hurdle on her path to the top of the podium... and it was a doozy!  How her dedication to her craft has that carried over to the way she runs her business as a motivational speaker. The battle Nikki fought, much like ours, as to whether she should just give up. How Nikki deals with her o...

Recently, I met a professional speaker who told me this: “I’ve been doing this for so long, I don’t really have to do my best to succeed.” In this quick, five-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I’ll confess, although that statement bothered me at a deep level, I remained silent. I regret that I didn’t speak up. But I’m going to now!

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: How Sam was drawn to professional speaking. Her most important lesson-learned as a professional speaker. Replacing INFObesity with INTRIGUING stories.  The key to making our stories come alive. Tips on what to do if we're TALKING ON EGGSHELLS.  What to say – when we don't know what to say. How to end a presentation or pitch, and Spoiler Alert: It's not,...

When I teach people how to sell or interview well, I am actually teaching people how to identify, and draw people to his or her key strengths. Not sure what your defined strengths are? Join the club! In this quick, five-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I’ll help you identify those strengths, and explain how to get people to ask YOU about them!

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk,  you'll learn: The thinking behind the workbook which followed up her original book, Name, Frame, and Refrain . Her use of interactive modules, prompts, and exercises designed to not just inform, but implement what has been taught. A basic overview of the Name, Claim, and Reframe model. The difference between times in life where we were “triggered” into reacting to s...

Would you believe that one of the biggest mistakes a presenter can make might be one of easiest things to fix? It’s a blindspot for many who don't hear it, and you can’t fix what you can’t hear. In this quick, six-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I’ll not only tell you what that blindspot is, I’ll give you two ways to address it!

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: The challenges of even teaching ethics because everyone assumes they are ethical.   What motivated Rick to write the book?   No one wakes up in the morning, yawns, and says, “I feel like being unethical today.”  So why do so many in business lose their way?   Many leaders have concerns about their company or organization behaving in an ethical manner bu...

At an early age, we’re taught that it’s healthy to disagree. It’s a sign of maturity, and a sign of healthy personal or corporate relationships. In this quick, seven-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I'll remind you that HOW we disagree can be the difference between a healthy relationship and a dysfunctional one.

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: How most of the lessons taught are basic tactics that are meant for beginners.   Specific examples of tactics left out of the basic tactics being taught.   Something Kelly refers to as "Kairos." What is it and what  it mean to step into your Kairos moment. Why so many entrepreneurs inadvertently create their own glass ceiling. How to expand your capacit...

I’m going to guess that many of you accept the notion that “more” is always better. Some money is good, but “more” is better. After all, one lobster tail is good, but two or three are better. It’s good to have a few good friends, but having “more” friends is even better. In this quick, six-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I'll share with you the reasoning behind my firm belief that when it comes to p...

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: Stacey's personal journey that led her to recognize how important it is to be in alignment with what you are selling. Stacey's Alignment Marketing Formula.  Why sale reps and sales managers struggle with alignment.   Some of the problems that a salesperson will face when they are out of alignment with what they are selling.  How you can navigate through...

It’s clear that in the right moment, a pause can be just what’s needed in a conversation. But did you know that a pause can be powerful in a presentation as well? In this quick, six-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk I’ll explain to you just how important and powerful pausing can be.