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3 Ways to Reclaim Your Commute
While I don’t really have a commute, per se, as a succession planning speaker I spend a fair amount of time traveling. And it seems I’m not alone; a recent AAA survey found that the average American adult spends about 300 hours—or nearly two full weeks’ time—in the...
Q&A: Choosing (or Creating) the Right Successor
In my travels on the succession planning speaker and business turnaround speaker circuits, one of the most popular topics of discussion is leadership talent. My clients wonder: when is the right time to choose one’s successor, and what kind of leaders should they be looking for?
4 Ways Millennials Can Actually Make Your Company Stronger
If you’ve been reading the news at all in recent years, you may have noticed a mounting “body count” of all the industries and institutions Millennials have, according to clickbait journalism, allegedly “killed” with their complex and mercurial ways. Shouty headlines seem to announce a new “death” every day – RIP, American Dream…and thanks for nothing, Millennials!
BUSINESS CONTINGENCY PLANNING: WHAT, WHY + HOW
As a succession planning speaker, I’m often asked about business contingency planning within the larger context of succession planning—are the two ideas related, and how? The answer isn’t difficult to understand, but it does require a bit of clarification.
INTERVIEW WITH JENA RODRIGUEZ
Listen to Richard’s interview with Jena Rodriguez …
3 WAYS TO TURN NEGATIVE FEEDBACK INTO A POSITIVE
While criticism is essential to the process of professional growth, no one enjoys getting negative feedback. I’ll share a few simple mindset adjustments that can make the process quite a bit more tolerable—regardless of whether you’re on the giving or receiving end.
4 REASONS TO PLAN AHEAD FOR BUSINESS SUCCESSION
Here is the second blog in my Succession Planning Blog Series. The blogs in this series are designed to provide you with steps you can take as you travel down the road on your own succession planning journey
The 3 Surprising Things Your Employees REALLY Want from You
As the United States approaches a potential recession, business owners are preparing to be tested in a variety of ways. But while “making payroll” and “redundancy meetings” may understandably be top of mind, the way you lead during trying times can actually have a...
DECLUTTER YOUR BUSINESS FOR A WORK LIFE THAT SPARKS JOY
There’s a lot to be learned from Marie Kondo and her viral KonMari tidying system. Here’s how to translate Marie’s ideas to a professional setting, for more joy from 9–5.
BUSINESS NEXT PRACTICES: 4 TIPS FOR CONTINUOUS OPTIMIZATION
If you adopt one business next practice this year, let it be…
BEGIN WITH THE END IN MIND
This blog, Begin with the End in Mind, is the first in my new Succession Planning Blog Series. I hope you enjoy this series of blogs dedicated to helping you plan for the future success of your business.
5 Destructive Business Habits to Unlearn in 2019
With 2019 in full force, I’m working at putting more focus on…well, focus. Here are 5 habits I’m working to avoid that can throw you off your game…
5 Foolproof Strategies for Beating Decision Fatigue
At the core of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO)‘s mission is an unwavering commitment to helping entrepreneurs at every stage learn and grow. During Global Entrepreneurship Week, November 12-16, EO is hosting EO24/7, a …
Why EQ is More Important Than IQ
What makes a leader? Learn the 5 components of Emotional Intelligence and how EI translates into job performance.
Interview with J.V. Crumb III
Listen to Richard’s Interview with J.V. Crumb III …
5 Leadership Resolutions for 2019 + How to Make them a Reality
This time of year, when up to 45% of people around the world are thinking about their New Year’s resolutions, I’m wondering about the 8% who actually follow through. What makes this very small percentage of people succeed, when so many others fail?
Tips for Accommodating Cultural Differences in Business
Cultural differences around the world can manifest in various ways in the workplace. Here’s what I’ve learned about adapting my personal work style to various cultures.
4 Tips to Make Every Meeting More Productive
When I first joined the family business the company had LOTS of meetings that lasted for hours – sound familiar? Here are 4 foolproof ways to make all your meetings more productive—and a whole lot shorter.
Hiring Beyond the Resume: Are You Overlooking a Diamond in the Rough?
Many applicants possess real skills that may not be reflected in their professional history or educational experience. If we continue to rely on the old models for hiring, we may be overlooking …
Use Natural Storytelling to Become a Better Presenter
When the information we want to convey is neatly packaged within the familiar construct of a compelling narrative, it instantly becomes both more relatable and more memorable.
4 Ways to Foster Meaningful Growth in Your Employees
What’s your secret for finding great employees? The answer isn’t what you may think – the best “hire” could already be right under your nose.
