Back in 2009, I’d taken a job with a reputable company, selling insurance policies. They hired me based on my sales background, and on the extensive professional network I’d accrued over the years. I was a shoe-in for this job, and there was no question in their minds I was destined to do well by […]
During this podcast I was asked a simple question, “What was the biggest hurtle you faced and overcame as an entrepreneur?” My very honest answer might surprise you! (It’s only 5 minutes long … give it a click.)
Needless to say, the COVID Pandemic has generated a laundry list of chaotic disruptions pertinent to our country’s business landscape. With some states continuing to re-open, and others, simultaneously preparing to partially shut down (again) the spectrum of effects is extreme. At one end, the flow of revenue was so unpredictably impeded—some businesses were forced […]
Even though I’ve got years of productivity and business development experience—(7 of those years, working with a child at home)—have led workshops, and have written countless articles on the subject, nothing has prepared me for this level of daily chaos. Today, I’d like to share 4 strategies for productivity, specifically designed for anyone who’s stuck at home with their kids right now.
For over 26 years my wife was plagued by a stifling habit. When facing a lofty goal, rather than focus on the exciting aspects of achieving the challenging feat, she’d place her attention on what would prevent her from accomplishing it. This is the story of how Amanda finally overcame this mental obstacle while training […]
When you’re focused on driving revenue, and wearing multiple hats like creating content, running payroll, ordering inventory, meeting with potential strategic partners, your emotional and physical bandwidth inevitably atrophy. As your to-do list continues to mount, it’s easy enough to miss deadlines, drop balls and even lose a client or two. If all of this […]
It goes without saying that we, as consumers, are constantly looking to purchase items that are unique and of value, i.e. have meaning and relevance, and will be useful to us in some way. You’re probably thinking I’m referring to your products or services, but how about the personal expertise you possess regarding the consumers […]
A little boy from my neighborhood rushed into our house with tears streaming down his flushed face, and slammed the door behind him. He limped into the living room, and before I could even ask him what happened, he showed me a bright purple mark on his thigh where a dog had just bit him. […]
Consider this scenario: Chuck is a successful CEO of a marketing agency. His firm is widely known as one of the best in the nation, largely due to Chuck’s personal 25-year track record. Jerry is a recent newcomer to Chuck’s firm—hired to head up Chuck’s online engagement division. Jerry was recruited largely due to his […]
Judy Olbrych, creator of the Lead Generation Unleashed podcast, wanted to interview Chris Harris and pick his brain about generating very high quality leads, market trends, life balance and much more. Here are the highlights: The secret to 75 – 95% close rates (1:04) Three critical questions to ask when evaluating your leads (3:42) What is a SIT […]
