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I dedicate this skeet to all the people who needed to hear this today
Stop putting off that big decision. Make the call.
LOL
I used to identify as an Apache helicopter but that was in conflict with my pacifist views
I can dig that take
The main thing is we are all independent coaches contracted with Vistage, so practices vary wildly between chairs
Some are laser focused on biz growth
I’m focused on growing leaders into better people
We’re all unique butterflies
Everything is hard
Everyone is scared
Fear is a powerful drug and we’re all strung out while getting increased doses daily
Courage is the antidote to fear
Hope is a more powerful drug
Want to be a great leader? Model courage, inspire hope, and exemplify your values
The rest is theater
If you put the mommy dollar and and the daddy dollar in a room with some soft jazz and dim the lights, they might make some baby dollars
Absolutely
I am a chair for Vistage International with a practice in San Antonio,TX where I facilitate Vistage groups and executive coaching.
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Stop telling your employees what you need or want
“I need you to do this” or “I want it done this way”
Who cares? Your mom?
Speak to them like a peer
“This is how we do _____ here”
“The right way to do that is _____”
Be matter of fact using simple language & a respectful tone
Watch the results
No idea. I bootstrapped all my projects or came in post raise
There’s a lot of people out there who specialize in raising capital
I like finding people with a problem I can solve and then having them pay me to solve it
I’m a simple man
Close. Make it about them
“The cartels are winning the social media war in Mexico. You need to gain control of the narrative. We know why and how they’re winning, but most importantly, we have the data needed to combat it. Proven team and tech. Call me”
“Building a StoryBrand” by Donald Miller
You’re selling vitamins. “Buy this from me & you’ll gain these benefits”. You can tell them info of value they don’t have
Sell pain pills instead. “By not engaging us you’re losing valuable insights that are costing you money”
Fear is a powerful drug that ushers in our friend Urgency
Use them
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I skeet about business, leadership, The Grateful Dead, and having a heart of peace
Self-awareness is the #1 leadership trait
Outside. Full sun. ☀️
Most people running these companies are far from ultra wealthy. Those people own corporations that thousands of people work for.
I’m helping middle class people employ hundreds of people. The margins in a $50M business are a lost smaller than most realize
Arizona. There is a national park full of cacti that are huge.
Pacifists don’t vote?
Non-violence is a stance. It’s a stance against humans purposely hurting humans.
All the time!
No clue. I’m a noob
Amazing!!
Not for long!
Buried and soon to be cloned
Middle age man holding two San Pedro cacti 🌵
Just picked up this pair of variegated San Pedro cacti 🌵
That’s the look of genuine excitement
Glad you’ve found your bearings!
No sadness in reunions
I like the cut of your jib!
I got one at >$750M
Nothing wrong with them, but out of my sweet spot
I’m good in any boardroom, but my favorites are the ones that are gritty
Highly intelligent nor disciplined made my list. Plenty of great leaders are average people
I’m sure Vlad eats breakfast, has grooming habits, & works out. That doesn’t make eating healthy, haircuts, & working out bad
Instead of hunting flaws to “expose” consider searching for solutions
Onwards!
