This is a tough time in the world…for many people. Whether your business is taking a hit, you’re leading a team through uncertainty your own career has shifted, or you’re struggling with a personal issue, you may be seeking outside advice and input. But BE MINDFUL whom you ask. “The most expensive information is …
AN ESSENTIAL QUESTION TO ASK BEFORE YOU SEEK ADVICE Read More »
There’s a lot of uncertainty, disruption and market contraction unfolding right now. It’s difficult to know what’s ahead. This one question from my book, RISK FORWARD, might prompt some new thinking as you make decisions. A quick recap of that section of the book is below. And… the video ends with some fun news! …
A Key Question to Ask When The Path Ahead is Unclear Read More »
Last weekend, I was out on the west coast to work on site with a private 1:1 Rock The Room® client who had a high stakes presentation. When I’m working with any client, it’s essential that I have a process, and it’s equally essential that I be flexible in how I apply it. While I …
This is a fun one…!!! Lady Gaga, Hamilton, and a gleeful experience at a Broadway/TV/Film shop. Here’s how it relates to you: in many people’s lives —my own included— there are moments when you may wonder if you’ve veered off your path. What I’ve found, however, is that if you focus less on the format …
Gaga, Hamilton, Me & You: Opportunities to Express Your Ideas Read More »
When you take action on any new endeavor; when you EXPRESS your original ideas in the way only you can; you never know whose lives you will reach. This keynote on RISK FORWARD® for 2,000 entrepreneurs/artists was an absolute joy to craft and deliver. Meeting so many people after during the book signing was…profound. …
In my workshops and keynotes, one of the most popular segments are the components I teach on “The Art of Listening”. If we want our clients, customers, and colleagues to open up, to “unfold and expand” it’s incumbent upon us to be great listeners. With this skill more expertly developed, leaders can vastly expand …
Last week, we attended the premiere of the documentary film “Tune Out the Noise.” It’s a story of how a few key individuals challenged traditional methods of investing, and how their discoveries ultimately led to the invention of index funds… and changed Wall Street forever. Regardless of your field, when you notice an old approach …
Leading Change In An Industry: What Could You Do? Read More »
Ever find yourself stuck, struggling to make a decision and choosing between two options? If yes, this approach which I call “Strawberry” can help a lot. I shared it recently with a client who built his company to over $1B in valuation. It offered a profound mindset shift for him, and I wanted to …
Well it turns out there was a rare “cosmic alignment” of 7 planets on February 28, 2025— which also happens to have been my birthday. I believe every “trip around the sun” is an opportunity to realign with what matters most and make some meaningful wishes. For my own part, it was “a day of …
My clients and their teams are facing a lot of change: AI, budget cuts, the implications of tariffs…and new organizational structures. Now more than ever, it’s essential for leaders to communicate clearly and effectively with their teams. Last week, I was in Palm Springs to deliver a private Rock The Room® half-day workshop for 10 …
Leading Through Disruption & Change: An Essential Soft Skill Read More »
