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"Everyone is in sales. It's the only way we stay in business." Harvey Mackey's observation presents you with an opportunity to insure everyone in your organization, private, public or non-profit help to raise your profile. Here are a few tactics to use: * Ask colleagues for references to set joint meetings with their customers. * Attend other groups meetings at your firm or company. * Ask for prospect and industry research. * Send copies of your updated bios, business descriptions, articles, etc. to your internal contacts. * Evaluate specific community/NPO organizations to become active and gain leadership commitments for all co-workers. * Look to develop joint-selling opportunities with your colleagues. "Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can." - Arthur Ashe https://lnkd.in/gbtn_VFQ

On Presidents' Day, we salute the trailblazers who've steered our nation toward greatness. May their vision and dedication inspire us to build a future of unity, resilience, and shared progress.    #PresidentsDay #LeadershipLegacy #signscapes #detroit #detroitsigns #detroitsignage #signsdetroit #southfieldMI #signcompany #signage #customsigns #signmaker #detroitbusiness #branding #marketing #signagedesign     

Imagine, for the first time in history, your team finally makes it to March Madness, and you are paired against the top team in the nation. This is what happened to the Stetson Hatters from Deland, Florida (very close to where I live) when they were paired against the UConn Huskies from Storrs, Connecticut, widely expected to win the entire tournament. During the first half, the Hatters team played like an unorganized high school team in over its heads. They lacked coordination and struggled to score a basket, and by halftime, UConn was leading them 52-19. 😳 But then, something changed. They came back after halftime, and while they didn't win the game, UConn only outscored them 39-33 in the second half. That's a two-basket margin versus the eleven three-point-basket margin they had over them during the first half. That is an 80% improvement in their performance after being beat down by a number one seeded team. 💪 This is a lesson in leadership. During halftime, their coach wrote down one word... Pride. He encouraged them to stick together and acknowledged that just being there was a win for this team. He inspired them to give it their best regardless of how they were feeling and play in a way they could be proud of. He said, "My biggest thing with them was it's going to be how we finish today, and we're going to be proud when we walk off this floor." And proud they should be. They rallied together and played exceptionally well. ➡ What about you? When you feel like you're losing in your business and feel as though there are so many other businesses that are far superior in how they do things, do you let it get to you, or do you dig deep down inside and leave the day feeling proud of your best efforts? My experience over the years has shown me that many entrepreneurs get stuck in a rut of excuses instead of a plethora of options. The next time you're questioning whether you've got what it takes, I encourage you to think about these young men who have not even finished college yet and ask yourself, can you pull it together after such a public and embarrassing start to your own game and finish strong? I bet you can. #MarchMadness #LessonsInLeadership #Pride #Leadership

"Hey Gary, you know how you keep talking about how the glass is half-full or half empty? Well, I sold the f***ing glass! This is what I told Garyvee (the GOAT of marketing) when I met him for the first time at 22 years old. He loved it and so did I! The best part was I was selling tickets for the largest motivational event in North America at the time at Madison Square Garden. This philosophy is indifferent in the sense because it is the "realest" approach. When everyone is focused on analyzing something, take action to pull ahead! Give it a try sometime! #leadershipdevelopment #leader #socialmedia #marketing

My favorite tip in this post comes from a VP's career setback: "Try to be in every conversation so you can learn about all aspects of the role," (even if you get passed over for a promotion you think you deserve). #Advancement #Leadership

There are pros, then there are PROs! PROs demonstrate a commitment to others. A commitment to others' growth, others' well-being, others' aspirations, others' potential, others' vision, others' future. If you are similar to OG in this motivation, know and trust there are "others" out there like me who are direct beneficiaries. And, if getting in cahoots with other PROs piques your interest, here's an #opportunity to consider.

Did you realize it is NATIONAL LEADERSHIP DAY??? Thanks to Clara and the team at the St. Louis Forum for tapping my insights on leadership with a focus on creating a balance in one's Analytic and Creative thinking. Check out the link and use the comments section to let me know how a balanced approach benefits you as a leader. https://lnkd.in/gpVh-ptN

Elevate your leadership game with insights from Jack Gelley of I Heart Media! Join us on April 10th at Tap & Burger for the Christian Business Professionals luncheon. Discover how authenticity and vulnerability can be powerful tools for building trust. RSVP now!

We applaud Outlier Media's Candice Fortman (she/her) for her decision to pass the Executive Director torch to Orlando Bailey. Transitioning leadership allows leaders to grow and develop while avoiding stifling their own paths. Plus, the diversity of thought that new leadership brings can be transformative. The power-sharing that Candice exemplified (vs the long-term power-hoarding we often see) is a cultural value that many others should adopt. #blackleadership #genxleadership #millenialleadership #whatupdoe

This is Brock Purdy. He will lead the San Francisco 49ers in the Super Bowl against the Kansas City Chiefs in less than two weeks. Two years ago, he was irrelevant. Two years ago, he was selected with the last pick in the 2022 NFL draft. 31 other teams selected 261 players before the Niners decided to pick him up. The last pick in the NFL draft is deemed “Mr. Irrelevant”. I know many of you are looking for your next role, and it is disheartening and frustrating when you know you could do the job, but others are being selected over you. Brock wasn’t expected to play for the Niners. They had their QB’s. Trey Lance and Jimmy G. But, due to injuries, Brock got his chance and never looked back. Your chance is coming too. There’s more to Brock’s story though. He is often “criticized” for being a “system QB”. He is only “good” because of the players around him, the plays they call, and not because of everything he does on the field. As an employee and leader, don’t we all WANT to be in a system where we can succeed? Where we are surrounded by those who do things well that we don’t. Those that capitalize on our strengths, fill in our weaknesses, and have the support of our teammates? It’s funny that this is considered a problem for Brock. He is thriving in the environment for him. The lesson here is that you may feel like your job search is taking too long; you are getting passed over for positions you thought were perfect, but know that there is likely a reason, and you will find the best system for you – one where you can thrive! #leadership #strategy #opentowork #philanthropy #nonprofits