The Accelerating Excellence podcast will energize and equip you to be your best, personally and professionally. Each episode provides clear, practical insights that will enable you to thrive in the marketplace and beyond.
Here's a powerful combination: be very good at what you do and be easy to work with. There is a saying in Human Resources circles; People are hired for their technical competence and fired for their…
The ride from being laid off to building a successful business has been filled with ups and downs, highs and lows. And I wouldn't trade it for anything. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger. I'v…
If you develop mastery in your field of expertise and combine that knowledge with great relational skills, you'll be the whole package. In this episode, I share with you three ways to develop master…
There are two parts to high-performance in the marketplace: job expertise and positive behaviors. In this episode I detail 7 Positive Behaviors, when added to your expertise, will make you uniquely v…
In this podcast episode, I share with you some practical ways to set yourself apart from the crowd. Becoming E.L.I.T.E. means living at a higher level. It's creating higher standards and expectation…
In this podcast episode, I conclude the 2-part series on 12 Ways to Increase Your Happiness. We all have responsibilities, make mistakes, and experience setbacks. Even so, life is meant to be enjoye…
When we think of happiness, we think of something temporary. In this podcast episode, what I mean by happiness is something deeper. Something stronger. It’s a happiness that is longer lasting. What…
Most presentations are uninteresting, hard to follow, or are a big data dump. In this episode, I share key insights to help you stand out from the crowd when you deliver your next presentation. You w…
In this episode, I deliver a keynote address that I regularly deliver at conferences, From Overwhelmed to Overflowing: 3 Ways to Make Your Life Better and Make You Better at Life. I will share with …
Look at any part of your life in which you are consistently effective and you will find that certain habits help make that possible. In this podcast episode I share with you 7 daily practices that w…
Most people deal with a lack of confidence, not over-confidence. But lack of confidence hinders: - your ability to perform at your best - your willingness to try new things - your ability to bounce b…
Planning and knowledge don't mean a thing if you don't execute. Action is everything.
Many managers today tolerate poor behaviors and attitudes because of the tight job market. But this hurts the organization's culture and discourages high performers. In this episode, I share why yo…
You have to make a decision; Do you want to impress others or impact others? True happiness and fulfillment come from making a positive difference in the lives of others. In this podcast episode, I…
The good thing about life is that it comes at us one day at a time. Do your best to live in day-tight compartments. Focus on living each day well. In this episode, I share with you 3 simple ways to…
We work best and are happiest when we are on a mission. When we are working toward something important to us. There is joy in the journey. There is fulfillment in living with intent and purpose. In…
A few years ago, Apple was worth more than any company in th…
Communication is life's most important skill. If you become a great communicator, you can rapidly improve every area of your life. Clear communication enhances your influence, your marketability, and…
Many businesses experience internal competition, department silos, and internal conflict. Don't compete against yourself!
Learn how to get everyone on your team pulling in the same direction. Then y…