Splish, Splash! Don’t forget your SPF and hat! We’re now mid-summer and I hope you’ve planned some downtime to spend with your family or for solo travel. Leaders carry a heavy burden; a great vacation will help you reset and return reinvigorated. Great leaders who coach down are probably handing off to their second in…
Overcoming Obstacles in Sales: Strategies for Success Sales, an integral part of any business, can often seem like a field filled with numerous obstacles. Every sales professional, regardless of industry or experience level, is bound to face challenges that impede their success. However, the ability to overcome these obstacles can set apart the successful sales…
The best leader is one who coaches their employees to find resolutions. As an Executive Coach, I’ve worked with numerous businesses and one thing remains true; the leaders who stymied their staff from being problem-solvers cannot create sustainable business growth. The ability to problem-solve is no joke, it’s the first things we parents/guardians set out…
As an executive coach, I work with clients who oversee various aspects of their businesses, including sales, finance, human resources, and operations. Many of my coaching clients hold CEO or COO positions in medium-sized organizations. With my background in sales and marketing and years of business ownership, I have gained expertise in managing both the…
My daughter Paige recently tried out for cheerleading and soccer on the same day. As she paced the house, waiting to hear if she made one or both teams, my wife commended her bravery. She said, “I love how you try out for everything and put yourself out there. I wouldn’t have done that at…
During a recent Leadership Think tank meeting we hosted at the Ranch (with some truly amazing and incredibly successful leaders) we discussed the concerns and opportunities of 2023 in business. Like most business leaders, when talking about the success of the business, the conversation moves toward sales. Like many businesses, these businesses have been having…
Leadership is a multifaceted role that requires individuals to navigate various challenges and obstacles. Whether leading a small team or a large organization, effective leaders must be prepared to overcome hurdles and inspire their team to achieve greatness. In this week’s blog, we will explore some common leadership obstacles and provide strategies for overcoming them.…
While watching some of the NFL Draft last week, I was reminded of several topics I discussed in my book, The Leadership Playbook. “If there was a draft every year for our position, would we keep our job?” “In sports, every day is recruiting-day. Teams are constantly looking to build their bench”. “Coaches don’t hire…
Welcome back folks! Things at Retreat Ranch have been wonderfully intense, but I’ve been excited despite my tiredness. Sometimes I walk around the ranch and reflect on how it looked before we built it with our own two hands. It was an epically beautiful spot in the wilderness, that spoke to my wife, Shannon, and I…
Hi everyone! Today, I wanted to jump right into today’s topic. To some it might be fact, to others you might be a bit miffed and to the rest, you’ll be happy to learn more. Today’s rumination is a grounding reminder to be a proud leader, yes, but never a prideful one. Ego can be…