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Leadership Secrets to Inspire your Teams

May 6, 2013 in Author of Book, Book Review, Management, Motivation

The Leadership Leadership-SecretSecret
Be the Difference that makes the Difference
Author: Major Chris Whipp

What is a leader and do we all have the ability to lead?  Major Whipp’s book is short, concise and packed with tips on how to enhance and bring out your leadership skills to drive your business and teams to see and support your vision.  He shares with us the difference between a leader and manager and the qualities that make a good leader great.

This is a great read for anyone who wants to inspire others and become the best leader they can be, by collecting the experience and knowledge around you and using your mindset and emotions to inspire leadership throughout your organization.

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Learn to Lead with Value

April 29, 2013 in Author of Book, Management, Motivation, New Thinking, Sustainability

Managing-Values-in-OrganisationsManaging Value in Organisations
New Learning, Management and Business Models
Author: Donal Carroll

Donal explains the difference between Hierarchy versus Value management and its benefits.  Managing by value in an organisation can produce more growth for both the company and its employees making it a place people will want to work and grow with, creating sustainability and motivation in your Organisation.

This 300 page book is pack full of informative information like the self assessment tools to help indentify bearers, create greater engagement and commitment in your organisation, with this innovative new way of thinking.  This is a great read for anyone who wants to build a strong sustainable business, increase there bottomline, have more engagement from staff in structure and decision making and to develop a collective environment everyone will want to share in.

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Building Wisdom into the Day-to-Day Evolution of a Company

April 8, 2013 in Author of Book, Book Review, Management, Motivation, New Thinking

Collaborative-WisdomCollaborative Wisdom
From Pervasive Logic to Effective Operational Leadership
Author: Greg Park

What is wisdom and how can one instill it into a company. Are leaders like Steve Jobs great at their jobs but not great at instilling wisdom. How can the collective minds of a company be harnessed to make a much better thinking organization? We discus how leaders can use this book and how to make the book work for your organization. How can a leader introduce this way of thinking to other managers in the company and what are the long term benefits to implementing this new direction? These any many more practical steps are covered in this in-depth look at the book.

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Anyone Can Get Value from this Practical Guide to Sales Techniques

March 25, 2013 in Author of Book, Book Review, Marketing, Motivation, negotiation, Older Ideas

Coffees-for-ClosersCoffee’s for Closers
The Best real Life Sales Book You’ll Ever Read

Author: Tony Morris

I chat with Tony about sales and sales techniques. He tells us why this book is different because it actually provides techniques and how to use them right away. Tony loves sales and it shows in his knowledge base and the amount of value he has put into this book. What is “Smart Calling” and how can it help you become a better seller? What techniques will get you more appointments and how can you use them today? Check it out and get some great sales tips right now.

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Trust is a Powerful Tool if You Know How to Build It

March 18, 2013 in Author of Book, Book Review, Efficiency, General Business, Management, Motivation, negotiation, New Thinking, Sustainability

speed-of-trustThe Speed of Trust
The One Thing that Changes Everything

Author: Stevan Covey

It’s fair to say that Stephen M. R. Covey has spent his life and career studying the principles in this book. He is the son and business partner of Stephen Covey, author of “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People,” which was named the most influential business books of the twentieth century. We dig into the book and get the fundamental business case for the book and it’s message. Trust is a critical element if you need your business to be able to move fast and be cost effective. The power of trust is immensely important for leaders but it’s also becoming apparent that this trust can be measured and tracked. We also learn howe you can help your business be more trusting and also trusted. A fascinating talk and a must read book.

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Understanding what Your Clients Want to Hear is Key to Your Success

March 11, 2013 in Author of Book, Book Review, Marketing, Motivation, New Thinking

Roadmap-to-RevenueRoadmap to Revenue
How to Sell the Way Your Customers Want to Buy

Author: Kristin Zhivago

I chat with Christian regarding her new book that tackles the issues of how to understand your customer and what they need. This book lays it all out and gives you the advice and direction on how to conduct great interviews to help a company understand what there clients want and also how they like to learn about your company. She talks about how this book is a much more refined and test version of another book she wrote in 2004. We talk about the 4 types of product levels and how people research them. She talks about how; Light, Medium, Heavy and Intense scrutiny are the 4 categories of sales experiences and how companies must be aware of the type of product they have so that they know how to sell them.

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One Step at a Time

November 26, 2012 in Author of Book, Book Review, Coaching, Motivation, Self Help

Take the Stairs
7 Steps to Achieving True Success
Author: Rory Vaden

I have a quick chat with Rory to find out what his book is all about: Motivation, buckling down and making the most of your life. What do all successful people do and how can you do it too? This book is not only great for business people but also for anybody who wants to get more out of their days and their lives. In Rory’s words, “It about understanding the attitude of success.”

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Take the Stairs: 7 Steps to Achieving True Success

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In You We Trust

November 19, 2012 in Author of Book, Book Review, Coaching, Motivation, New Thinking

Smart Trust
Creating Prosperity, Energy, and Joy in a Low-Trust World
Author: Stephen M.R. Covey

Did you know that you can train yourself to be more trustworthy. This is powerful stuff and Stephen and I really dig into the subject and cover a lot of ground. What are the mechanics of trust? How can a person be more trusting without getting burned in the process? Stephen says in the interview that it takes gaining “A Conscious Competence” with trust.

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A Win Win Business Strategy That’s Easy to Digest

September 11, 2012 in Author of Book, Book Review, Efficiency, Motivation, New Thinking

A Slice of the Pie
How to Build a Big Little Business
Author: Nick Sarillo

Nick loves his business and what’s not to love? He has a great product and amazing service providers. But when I have the opportunity to chat with him, a whole world of HR wonder comes out. How does he get such amazing loyalty from his staff and what’s the secret to his amazing staff retention. Join us as I discover that running a winning business is all about how you build your staff training and expectations.

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Discover How People Perceive You

September 10, 2012 in Author of Book, Book Review, Coaching, Management, Motivation, New Thinking, Self Help

Fascinate
Your 7 Triggers to Persuasion and Captivation
Author: Sally Hogshead

What makes this book and its accompanying test so important to entrepreneurs and business people? Sally and I delve into this brand new way of looking at yourself and discuss the key features of the book. The knowledge and perception you will gain form the test and the book is amazing. I highly recommend you take the test today to get a better idea of what we are talking about in the interview.

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http://www.howtofascinate.com/our-research/Fascination-Advantage-Test/

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Season 3: Wow

August 18, 2012 in Book Review, Coaching, Efficiency, General Business, Marketing, Motivation, negotiation, Networking, New Thinking, Off Topic, Older Ideas, Self Help, Social Media and Marketing, Stress, Sustainability

Bob Garlick the Great Idea Guy

Welcome to season 3!

We have a new intro with a cool new theme. I hope you have been enjoying all of the shows to date and that you’re looking forward to all of the amazing books and authors we will all experience in season 3!

A big shout-out to all of the people who help make the podcast possible. If you would like to appear on the show, just fill out the contact form and I would be happy to check out the book you think would help people excel in life and business!

Keep reading, writing and learning so that all of our endeavours can grow to fruition.

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The 3 Dynamic “Ds” of Success

July 2, 2012 in Author of Book, Coaching, Motivation, New Thinking, Self Help

Dare, Dream, Do
Remarkable Things Happen When You Dare to Dream

Author: Whitney Johnson

In this book written for women (but also read by men) we look at how you can get more out of your life and learn to build a plan for success and fulfilment. What should you do to break out and grow in “your” direction? How can you track your dream and appreciate the little wins along the way? If this sounds like something for you then check out this wonderful chat about a book that will help you reach your dream goals.

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Dare, Dream, Do: Remarkable Things Happen When You Dare to Dream

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