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 back strong from difficulties In this content-packed, 20-minute episode, I share with you 7 practical ways you can build a healthy self-confidence. Competence AND Confidence are the key ingredients to peak performance.
Oct 31, 2022•20 min•Ep. 106
Planning and knowledge don't mean a thing if you don't execute. Action is everything.
Oct 05, 2022•9 min•Ep. 105
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 you should step into difficult conversations and address problem behaviors and attitudes.
Aug 16, 2022•11 min•Ep. 104
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 share 3 practical ways you can become a person of influence. Other people need you to step up big.
Jul 08, 2022•10 min•Ep. 103
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 set yourself up for success every day.
Jun 20, 2022•9 min•Ep. 102
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 this podcast episode, I share 3 Powerful Reasons to Set Goals. No one achieved greatness by wandering around.
May 31, 2022•8 min•Ep. 101
To procrastinate simply means t o not do something that you know in your heart should be done. Procrastination causes undue stress, hinders our potential, and negatively affects self-belief. What separates high-achievers from everyone else is that high-achievers don't wait until they feel like doing something . They get in motion. In this 100th episode , I share three powerful strategies to overcome procrastination and become a person of action....
May 08, 2022•9 min•Ep. 100
According to the dictionary, the word simplify means: to make plainer, clearer to make easier to use to make less complex or complicated A few years ago, Apple was worth more than any company in the world. And you could fit all of their products on a normal-sized table . In this episode, I share three ways you can get lean and mean in several areas of your life.
Apr 24, 2022•12 min•Ep. 99
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 your relationships. In this episode, Del shares 10 ways to become a clear, confident, and compelling communicator. Key Points 1. Be Clear 2. Be a Simplifier 3. State Your Purpose Up Front 4. Layout the Agenda 5. Speak in the Positive 6. Use the Rule of 3 7. Use Stories, Analogies, and Quotes 8. Focu...
Mar 19, 2022•18 min•Ep. 98
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 you will be able to achieve great work, meet challenging goals, and provide a positive environment. In this episode, Del shares 10 ways to build a mutually-supportive, high-performing team. Key Points 1. Promote the Abundance Mindset 2. Create a Compelling Vision 3. Build Trust 4. Make Differences Work...
Mar 06, 2022•19 min•Ep. 97
Conflict is a fact of life. Anywhere there are people, there will be conflict. The key question is, 'How do you handle conflict?'. In this podcast episode, Del shares 10 ways to work through conflict constructively and be a peacemaker. Key Points 1. Think win/win. 2. Respond rather than react. 3. Give others the benefit of the doubt. 4. Seek first to understand. 5. Speak the truth in love. 6. Never have a public feud. 7. Always take the high road. 8. Decide to be unoffendable. 9 Aim for reconcil...
Feb 13, 2022•18 min•Ep. 96
Strong interpersonal skills help to build healthy personal relationships. And because every business is a relationship business, solid relational skills lead to professional success. In this podcast episode, Del shares 10 simple ways to be 'People Smart'. Key Points Adopt the abundance mindset. Make a great 1st impression Remember and Use Names Be Others-Oriented Build Rapport Be a Good Listener Build Others Up Adapt to Other Personality Styles Keep a List of Key Relationships and Stay in Touch ...
Jan 23, 2022•18 min•Ep. 95
In this podcast episode, I share 10 simple interviewing and hiring practices that will allow to hire smart to get the right people on the bus. Key Points 1. Hire for attitude, train for skills. 2. Consider chemistry 3. Ask Behavioral Based Questions 4. Ask the Candidates the Same Questions 5. Follow the 80/20 rule 6. Get Others Involved 7. Check the Candidate’s social media 8. Use Your Intuition at the End of the Process 9. Think Out of the Box 10. Make Your Default ‘No’...
Jan 09, 2022•16 min
Your company can deliver exceptional service, even in this challenging environment. In this podcast episode, I share 10 simple service excellence practices that will allow everyone in your company to focus on the reason your organization exists; to serve the customer. To download the 10 Best Practices in Customer Service resource guide , CLICK HERE ....
Dec 12, 2021•22 min•Ep. 93
Many people are distracted and diffused. In order to be effective and achieve great work, you must be intentional, focused, and disciplined. In this podcast episode, I share 10 practices that will enable you to work with greater effectiveness, execute on your highest priorities, and deliver superior results. To download the 10 Best Practices to Enhance Your Productivity resource guide , CLICK HERE ....
Nov 28, 2021•19 min•Ep. 92
Giving a presentation should not be something to dread or to get through. Look at it in a positive and confident way. It’s your opportunity to make the world a little better place. With these 10 Best Practices for Delivering a Dynamic Presentation , you will be better able to influence, engage, and inspire others. To download the 10 Best Practices for Delivering a Dynamic Presentation resource guide , CLICK HERE ....
Nov 07, 2021•16 min•Ep. 91
Working through a conflict effectively with another person takes planning, skill, and the right attitude. In this episode, I share with you a simple and practical model to help you navigate conflict successfully. It's much more rewarding to resolve a conflict than to dissolve a relationship. To download the How to Resolve a Conflict with Another Person resource guide , CLICK HERE ....
Oct 24, 2021•20 min•Ep. 90
If you don't go out on a limb, you'll never get the fruit. And if you are afraid of criticism, you'll never make a difference. In this jam-packed podcast, I share 3 practical ways you can overcome your fears and open up a world of possibilities and potential. To download the 3 Ways to Overcome Fear resource guide , CLICK HERE ....
Sep 06, 2021•16 min•Ep. 89
Right thinking leads to right actions which lead to right results. Your thoughts either hurt you or help you. They either become a source of your limitation or your liberation. In this jam-packed 18 minute podcast I share how you can change your mind so you can change your life. To download the The Power of Right Thinking resource guide , CLICK HERE ....
Aug 20, 2021•18 min•Ep. 88
Every day is a gift and a unique opportunity to thrive. It’s easy to get overwhelmed thinking about all the days in the future and all we have to do. But all you have to do is live this day well. Think of living life in day-tight compartments. In this jam-packed 18 minute podcast I give you 10 practical ways you can make the most of each day. To download the 10 Ways to Make Each Day a Masterpiece resource guide , CLICK HERE ....
Aug 08, 2021•19 min•Ep. 87
There are two parts to job success: job competency and winning behaviors . A great way to intentionally build a winning work culture is to create crystal clear behavioral expectations. In this episode, I walk you through the process of creating high behavioral standards for all team members. People live up or down to expectations. Design high workplace standards and give every team member something to live up to! To download the How to Create a Winning Work Culture resource guide , CLICK HERE ....
Jul 18, 2021•15 min•Ep. 86
Many people act like their purpose in life is to arrive safely at death. But you are put on earth for a reason. In this podcast episode, I will share with you how you can live a happy and exciting life by fulfilling your purpose and maximizing your potential. To download the 7 Ways to Unleash Your Potential resource guide , CLICK HERE ....
Jul 05, 2021•17 min•Ep. 85
Inner strength is very different from outward success. In this podcast episode, I provide the final 5 practices that will enable you to live a life of flourishing. To download the 11 Ways to Live a Strong Life, Part 2 resource guide , CLICK HERE .
Jun 20, 2021•14 min•Ep. 84
Inner strength is very different from outward success. In this podcast episode, I provide 6 specific practices (the other 5 will be described in Part 2) that will enable you to live a life of flourishing. To download the 11 Ways to Live a Strong Life resource guide , CLICK HERE .
May 20, 2021•20 min•Ep. 83
Clear communicators provide information in an easy-to-understand, engaging way. In this podcast episode, I provide 3 practical ways to transform your communication so that your message gets through to your audience intellectually and emotionally. To download the 3 Ways to Be a Clear Communicator resource guide , CLICK HERE .
May 08, 2021•16 min•Ep. 82
Meetings go a long way in helping your team work in a coordinated way. However, meetings get a bad rap. Because many meetings are run poorly. In this episode, I share 7 best practices to help your meetings tap the brainpower of all involved, build a sense of belonging, and deliver results. To download the 7 Best Practices for Effective Meetings resource guide , CLICK HERE ....
Apr 25, 2021•19 min•Ep. 81
Job knowledge, experience, and expertise will get you in the game. In this episode, I share 5 Character Skills and 5 Interpersonal Skills that will enable you to win the game. To download the 10 Skills That Lead to Career Success resource guide , CLICK HERE .
Apr 11, 2021•16 min•Ep. 80
Make the move from being a perfectionist to being a producer. Aim for Prolific Quality Output. This 17-minute episode is jam-packed with practical ideas to help you become a finisher. To download the 7 Ways to Overcome Perfectionism resource guide , CLICK HERE .
Mar 28, 2021•17 min•Ep. 79
In order to be effective and produce great work, you need a plan to deal effectively with interruptions. In this episode, I provide 6 questions you can quickly ask yourself when an interruption or incoming task occurs. To download the How to Effectively Handle Interruptions resource guide , CLICK HERE .
Mar 13, 2021•13 min•Ep. 78
You change your life for the better when you make better choices. In this episode, I give you a simple formula and provide 3 practical keys to help you think through and make good choices. To download the 3 Keys to Making Good Choices resource guide , CLICK HERE .
Feb 28, 2021•15 min•Ep. 77
