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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.
Top 3 Leadership Personality Tests + What You’ll Learn
Understanding the basic truths that define you should be a critical first step in everyone’s leadership journey. Personality tests can dramatically streamline the process of self-discovery.
4 Ways Your Ego is Probably Stunting Your Career
Many of the qualities that make a great leader can go hand-in-hand with ego-dominated behavior. Here are four ways your ego could be stunting your career…and how to keep it in check.
Find your Focus: The Magic of 90-Day Plans
Leverage the benefit of setting 90-day goals and 90-day action plans to celebrate your wins four times a year or get back on track if you are not where you want to be.
6 Tips to Keep You from Becoming a “Seagull Manager”
Maybe you’ve heard the wonderfully descriptive (yet unflattering) term “seagull manager” – I’ve met hundreds of employees who have begrudgingly worked for this kind of manager. Learn 6 tips to help you be more positively defined.