Dave Kislik

Fix It to Grow It

Business EN ↓ 7 episodes

Running a business is hard! There's so much to do, keep track of, and prepare for - it's a lot for anyone. While there's no silver bullet for a successful business, there are plenty of things you can do to maintain, manage, improve, and grow your company that are probably simpler than you think. My name is Dave, and I've been managing different companies and businesses for decades and I see a lot of similarities across regions, industries, and even human behaviors, and one of the biggest things I've realized is that providing a new perspective on a problem, strategy, or interaction can open...

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Dave Kislik

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Big Picture, Small Steps: Mastering Yourself and Leading with Vision with Liz Kislik 08.09.2025 1:05:13

Most leaders think they’re being strategic when they’re really just reacting! I finally get to showcase Liz Kislik (consultant, executive coach, and my boss!) to unpack why so many smart people still struggle to think beyond their immediate needs. We dig into the roots of short-term thinking, the habits that help leaders see farther ahead, and the mindset shifts required to lead with clarity—espec...

The Mythology of Growth with Scott Mason 05.03.2025 47:37

Discover how ancient Greek myths can unlock your leadership potential. Scott Mason shares his personal transformation journey, the five toxic myths that hold us back, and how authenticity and charisma can shape modern workplaces. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WATCH THES...

How Salary Negotiations Can Revolutionize Your Business Culture with Keri-Lynne Shaw 04.12.2024 1:05:56

Being transparent in the workplace can create a culture of openness and shared understanding, and align a team with your vision. In this episode, Keri-Lynne Shaw and I talk about everything from how to self-advocate in salary negotiations, to how having transparent compensation helps retain and grow your team, to how all of this leads to increased employee satisfaction and productivity. ----------...

How We Process Change with Jessica Jacobs 17.09.2024 39:40

Did you know that you can impact how anyone handles change? In this episode, Jess Jacobs and I discuss how our brains handle change before, during, and after it happens. We explore methods for how to better react to change, as well as how to deliver it to others, and connect it to our daily lives and work at every turn. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------...

Caring About Your Employees with Robert Schlener 06.08.2024 47:58

What does it mean to care about your employees? My guest Rob Schlener and I discuss how to show respect to the people that work in your business, and how that ultimately leads to stable growth. WATCH THESE NEXT! Starting and Growing a Creative Business with Marie Incontrera: • Starting and Growing a Creative Busin... Better At Work With Liz - Episode 1: Getting a Direct Report to Open Up - ...

Starting and Growing a Creative Business with Marie Incontrera 25.06.2024 49:18

Let's explore the difficulties of growing something you have less direct experience in. Also, in today's FixIt15 we discuss the benefits of good communication practices, and how to effectively follow up with your customers. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- MORE CONTENT: Better at Work with Liz Kislik Watch the...

WELCOME! An Intro to Fix It to Grow It 25.06.2024 2:10

This welcome video gives a nice overview of the channel, so start here! Like the ideas? Subscribe for new videos each month. Want to discuss your own situation? Find me on our website or on LinkedIn (links below). MORE CONTENT: Better at Work with Liz Kislik Watch the animated mini-series Watch the live stream launch of the series hosted by me and Liz Kislik ---------------------------------------...