Pocket Sized Pep Talks

Changing someone's political mind may seem impossible, but it starts with a simple, yet powerful condition. In this quick, six-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I'll not only share that rule, we'll explore four key strategies to foster meaningful political discussions: Spoiler Alert: By approaching conversations with curiosity and openness, you create an environment where real change can happen.

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: We start with resiliency, bouncing back in changing times and challenges. In a perfect world, How do you want to spend your time?  Leslie reflects on some of her contributions from a professional speaking career that has spanned four decades. Why she not only writes business books, but children's books as well.   The special little touches she puts on h...

Have you ever caught yourself announcing a mistake no one else would have noticed? In high-pressure moments, we often become our own worst tattletales, blurting out unnecessary explanations that diminish our confidence and credibility. In this quick, five-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk I'll remind you why we need to stop broadcasting our slip-ups and start handling them with quiet confidence so you...

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: The UPPOPPR process!  One of the most unique processes I’ve ever seen, and a process I teach and still use to this day. Larry's version of the secret sauce of training. How to keep training engaging and memorable. Why Larry is no fan of trainers socializing with students.  (If you're a trainer, you need to hear this.) One of the creators of the Buyer Fo...

Let’s talk about pressure. What if I told you that the most instinctive and common approach to battling pressure may be the least effective? In this quick, five-minute Pocket Sized Pep talk, I’ll show you a less instinctive, more logical approach to combatting pressure.

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk,  you'll learn: A quick explanation of the charity itself. The astonishing number girls this charity supports  many girls have benefited from this program? Edugirls.com  Ten, mantras that drive change.  If you are a school or business, you'll want to listen hard here; it's amazing!  A handful  of typical success stories that are anything but typical! How this charity...

When was the last time you were faced with an uncomfortable and challenging situation, and you were seriously considering the many reasons why you didn’t need to move forward with it? In other words, you found a good reason why you could quit! In this quick, seven-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk I’ll share with you my experience with this exact situation, what I learned, and how it applies to you!

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: Why, no matter who you are, or what job you have, there is a need for negotiation. Are people born good negotiators or is it a learned skill?  Josh's definition of a good negotiator. What  effective negotiation look like. What are the biggest mistakes people make in their negotiations and why  they make them. The difference between selling and negotiati...

A few years ago, Time magazine had an article discussing how more and more of us talk to ourselves. Unfortunately, these conversations aren’t always productive. In this quick, five-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk I'll remind you to beware of the voices that turn negative; it can be a slippery slope; we need to be vigilant and on guard. I’ll tell you what to listen for, and how to work your way around...

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: Tips on response required marketing.   Lessons learned at Disney that shaped his approach to creating magical customer experiences. Why  the concept of experience is so critical in today’s business world, especially for small businesses.  Some practical ways businesses can justify premium pricing to their customers. How small businesses can compete with...

There is one phrase that is commonly overused: It is not only a cliché, but it also gets in the way of a much more important task that holds many of us back. In this quick, six-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I’ll tell you what that is, and how to actually make that cliche' work for you!

We often see things from one angle. And not only do we see things from one angle, we can fool ourselves into believing that’s the only angle available to us. In this quick, six-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk I'll remind you there are ways to free yourselves from your prison of familiarity and force yourself to find another angle. Coincidently, that other angle is beyond valuable.

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: Most entrepreneurs hit the wall, not because they lack skills, but because they hold onto stories that limit them. Dan provides an example of a story that someone would hold onto, and how to get people past these barriers. 1. We all walk with a limp as they say, and it’s clearly an instinct for not just entrepreneurs but everyone to resist loving the br...

If the thought of sweating makes you squeamish, you might want to a pass on this particular podcast. I’m not just going to talk about it; I’m going to celebrate it! In this quick, four-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk I’m going to make a case that sweat is one of the best measurements of just what kind of presenter you might be watching and listening to!

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: Danny's take on one of Rob's favorite questions: "Can anyone be funny?"   A good comedian isn't always funny… but when they're not funny, they're interesting. Danny talk about ways to be interesting without being funny. What inspired Danny to become a comedian.  How Danny adjusts his comedic style to connect with a corporate audiences. A couple of tips...

When it comes to standing up in front of an audience and speaking, technological tools seem to come and go. In this quick, five and a half minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk I'll tell you about one, simple, misunderstood piece of furniture, that has maintained it place as one of the most useful things available to any speaker. Oh, and we’re still taught to avoid it at all costs! Wrong!

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: Skills that will allow you to come prepared for any negotiation process and arrive at an equitable outcome. How sales organizations prepare for potential crises that may disrupt their operations. What role effective communication plays in maintaining sales performance during a crisis. Some strategies that have proven effective for sales teams during tim...

I’m scrubbing down the office, and getting ready for the new year. In this quick, four-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I’ll tell you why I find myself looking forward to the new year, every year! It’s a can’t miss holiday folks, and I’ll tell you why...

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: How she came up with the title,  the Decider of all Things! How a business book contribute to a larger marketing strategy for businesses. How a business owner can determine if there is a good business case for writing a book. Whether authors should use AI in the writing process, and if so, how. Some strategies busy authors can use for getting their big...

If you’ve ever conducted a presentation that lasts over two hours, you understand how difficult it can be to hold the interest of an audience. In this quick, five-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk I'll remind you that right under your nose, you have one of the most valuable and misused approaches to sustaining interest. I’ll tell you what it is and how to use it properly!

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: How Greg's failure lead to success. The battle between the shame he felt from failure, and the wisdom he learned from the experience. How he deals with self-doubt and doubt from others. When he realized he wanted to be an entrepreneur, and the skills he possessed to see that dream through. Greg's personal definition of success. How he manages his work-l...

Years ago, while demoing a Xerox copier for a prospect, the machine jammed. I uttered four words that saved my sale. in this quick, five-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I'll share with you my secret weapon - four words can bail you out of many difficult situations!

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: How you build authentic connections that go beyond surface-level interactions and when you have 30,000 LinkedIn Connections! What steps you take to shift from being inward-focused to becoming others-focused.  What being a 'go-giver' means and how it can transform your relationships.  What one of the biggest obstacle Steve has had to overcome, and how it...

When I give an interview or seminar, the most frequently asked questions usually center around how to address objections dealing with price. Specifically, what do you do when someone says, “This cost too much!” In this quick, six-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I’ll teach you a way to handle that objection and a three letter acronym to help you remember it!

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn: How and why Justin began connecting pingpong and leadership together in how the book found him!  A few of the connections and principles between pingpong and leadership including preparation, and instinct. The art of “misdirection” and how it benefits both business leaders and athletes.   The importance and pitfalls of data measurement in both the game...