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I’m going to let you in on a little secret. But before I do, let me just say this: I think you are talented, capable, and super smart. I’m constantly inspired by people like you who do what they do with such excellence. Keep sharing your talents with the world!Â
Now, despite all of your tremendous ...
I’ve been a professional speaker for nearly 15 years now. And I love it. Honestly, nothing beats the adrenaline of being on stage and the joy of connecting with a whole room of people. Even though I consider myself an accomplished speaker (international speaking gigs, keynote addresses, countless wo...
Speaking to live audiences is easily one of the best parts of my job. There’s nothing like the rewarding feeling of seeing how new knowledge can create confidence and excitement for people right before my eyes. Whether I’m providing a custom training session for top performers or a keynote address a...
Most of the clients I serve would only call themselves students in the sense that they’re lifelong learners. Still, I receive a surprising number of questions related to LinkedIn for students. In the spirit of helping my people help their people, I’ve decided to dedicate a full article to clearing u...
Have you ever had a moment when you realized you were in over your head? Maybe you were drowning in tax paperwork, navigating a new software program, or securing permits for your office space. If you’re a small business owner or entrepreneur, you know that sometimes, a pull-up-your-bootstraps at
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Like other social platforms, LinkedIn has a process to let users verify their identities. It’s the LinkedIn equivalent of the blue checkmark…kind of. I’ll get into the details below. Armed with all the right info, you can make an informed decision about whether or not verification makes sense for yo...
With more than 15 years of standing on stages, sharing my voice, and loving every single moment of it, the past twelve months have brought a whole new layer of insight. Of course I’ve invested in myself by hiring a speaking coach, attending the National Speakers Association’s annual conference, and ...
Spring cleaning, your quarterly oil change, annual checkups—most areas of your life need a little extra TLC from time to time. Your LinkedIn profile is no exception. Whether you’ve held the same job for more than a decade or you just got promoted, chances are, some areas of your profile could use a ...
We’ve all had a bad day, a moment of insecurity, or a sales conversation that didn’t go as planned. It’s tough, sometimes, to gain perspective when you’re down in the dumps about who you are or what you do. Enter what I like to call the “feel-good” folder. The idea of a feel-good folder is simpl
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If you’re excited about the possibilities on LinkedIn but need a little help making sure it all gets done, don’t fret. LinkedIn doesn’t have to be a solo sport. There are plenty of ways to involve your team in your LinkedIn sales, marketing, and outreach strategy.Â
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When the tempo of life (or of business) picks up, I’ve found that it’s easy to rush through the places and spaces where slow, thoughtful consideration matters most. This goes for lots of things—from family time and rest to healthy routines and the cadence of the workday. So, I check in with myse
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The moment is seared into my brain. That is, the exact moment I knew I had hit burnout. I was about to get on a prospect call, and I couldn’t find my phone anywhere. I drove home from the office and back before I finally found it. In the office fridge!
At the time, I was juggling so much—too much, ...
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