Pocket Sized Pep Talks

Rather than wring our hands, and retreat in worry, we can battle uncertainty with meaningful tasks.  These tasks can take on all shapes and sizes, but to be sure, they become critical in helping us to cope with doubt.  A story from my father, Lee Jolles, provides a wonderful backdrop to a simple solution to uncertain times.

Jahmaal Marshall opens up about working with people of all ages and backgrounds, to help each to realize what's possible.  We talk about things like: The difference between understanding and being understood. Rituals within conversations with others who have a different viewpoint. Conflict resolution. Empathic listening. The importance of emotional intelligence. Lessons learned that had the bigges...

Yes, there are problems within the selling profession, and I fully realize there are some bad salespeople in this world.  Of course, there are also some bad doctors, bad engineers, bad accountants, bad architects and the list goes on and on.  In this podcast we'll talk about the real culprit here, and a forgotten need that so many forget.  No, it isn't price - it's value!

Of all pieces on the chessboard, the pawn holds the most interest to me.  The Urban Dictionary is no fan of the poor pawn associating anyone who is compared to this chess piece with being a fool.  Clearly no one in his or her right mind would ever want to be called a pawn… or would you?  There are two, key lessons you can take from this chess piece that will pay dividends with you, and we'll hit t...

In this episode, you'll learn: Why rituals are so important What rituals really are Examples of rituals The power of weekends - a classic and critical ritual

Perhaps there’s a voice in your head saying, “Maybe today is the day I push through the fog and finally try to do ______.” In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk Rob will inspire you to leave your area of comfort and push on to some those daunting tasks that might be holding you back.  A sense of deep satisfaction awaits if you do! 

In this episode we'll discuss how "meaningful activities" and "close relationships" play a major part in our pursuit of happiness.   If you can take even one idea from this, or any of the three Pocket Sized Pep Talks that make up this miniseries, we've done well together!  As a person who truly believes that art of happiness is obtainable to anyone.  It sure is worth a try!

In segment number two we look two more factors of happiness; optimism and act of appearing happy.  Techniques used to be more positive are covered as well as studies that support the theory that acting happy does contribute to being happy.

ABC News polled 1,500 adults and asked them this question: “If you had just one wish for your children, what would it be?”  The choices were: Wealth High Intelligence A Successful Job or Career An Overall Happy Life “An Overall Happy Life” was the answer given, and given more than all of the other choices… combined.  In this first of three podcasts dedicated to this topic, we'll look at some histo...

What if we all ignored the long-shot odds we often face when trying to accomplish great things, and  concentrated on a different system of success: “Going 1-0 every day.” In this pep talk, we'll focus an concentrating on the here and now, and focusing on mastering the tasks that are right in front of us at that very moment.  We don’t need to win all our games; what we need to do is focus on, “Goin...

In this episode I interview Dan Englander.  Dan  is the CEO and Founder of Sales Schema, the author of Mastering Account Management and The B2B Sales Blueprint . In this episode, you'll learn: How to open doors - tastefully - with cold email. How marketing affects our everyday lives. Ideas to assist you in your lead generation. How ad agency models have evolved.

"When we struggle, we aren't starving for food; we're starving for joy."  Join me as I walk you through some simple methods to nourish your mind with some thoughts that are sure to find a home. I'm also a fan of proactive moves that will help reinforce the ideas put forth, and we'll do it all in less than ten minutes!

What if I told you that having a positive outlook would not only reduce your stress, it would improve your luck?  Well, not only is this an opinion of mine, I think I can prove it to you.  In this podcast you'll learn: How looking at the positive side of the problem at hand affects your luck How your attitude affects your luck How imagining how things could actually be worse affects your luck How...

In this pep talk we’ll out some of the low-level negative voices that disguise themselves as humor, and stop feeding them with indifference. We’ll then move on to working with one of your most stubborn negative voices, and go after a way of working with that one too! We are fully capable of shutting down those negative voices.  It often begins with removing the obstacles of insignificance, a willi...

In this pep talk you'll quickly learn , I'm not only no fan of worry; I don't even like to use the word... so I'll give you a few others. We'll talk about learning how to train your mind to cope with worry, a simple practice routine, and process behaviors that will help make these thoughts and routines a habit. Tackling the emotion and effects of worry is not something I take lightly, and yet, I'l...

Why do professional golfers, when they are in competitions, refuse to look at the scoreboard?  The fact is, a lot can be learned by a golfer's mentality to focus on their game, and not their opponents game.  In this quick, five minute pep talk, I'll tell you how this type of mentality can work for you as well! 

In a short, five minute podcast, I'll talk you through just why hope can be our greatest ally.  If you're looking for hope, you've come to the right place! 

You'll learn the difference between consulting and organizational engineering, along with key lessons he's learned from his many clients.  Jeremy discusses the importance of  employee happiness and how critical it is to your organization's success.  He also provides a look at his vision of where he sees the consulting industry evolving in the next 5 years.

The amazing JV Venable sits down and takes you through the ups and downs of his amazing journey.  From his path the led to 26 years in the Air Force, and demonstration leader of the Thunderbirds, to the life altering challenge that nearly cost him that dream, JV's story is truly remarkable.  When you hear his stories of success, and his stories of failure you too will be inspired to "put one foot...

Glenn Cackovic, Managing Partner of GlobalMacro Partners, LLC talks about: What drove him from the corporate world to the entrepreneur world. Some of the similarities and differences between the working for a corporation and working for yourself. What qualities it takes to be a successful entrepreneur. Lessons he's learned along the way. Personal hurdles he faced and how he overcame them. It was a...

I've spent almost 40 years on the road teaching, entertaining, and inspiring others all over the world.  Now, it's time to unpack this information and share it with you...