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Chris Brogan, It’s Not About the Tights & Trust Agents

I’m talking today with Chris Brogan who, if you don’t already know Chris Brogan, you should. He’s that awesome. He’s the CEO of Human Business Works, and author of a bunch of publications, including The New York Times bestseller Trust … Continue reading

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6 Things I Taught (and Learned) at Two Recent Conferences

I’ve been on the stage a fair bit these last two weeks, with two big gigs in Toronto at the HRPA conference and in London at the Learning & Technologies conference. I’ve felt a little bit like a deep sea … Continue reading

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Are You Leaking Focus? (5 Ways to Plug the Holes)

Hey you! Over here! No – over here! (Actually, I’m behind you now…) Did you see Monday’s provocation? Take a look. It challenges you on where you might be leaking focus. So let’s assume that’s happening. That just occasionally you … Continue reading

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Krista Baetens, ING

When I moved to Canada, ING Direct jumped out at me with their slightly rebellious, provocative and playful attitude. It seemed like the perfect home for Box of Crayons, and we’ve been dedicated clients over the past 11 years. So … Continue reading

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John Jantsch, The Referral Engine

I can’t stop gushing about the work of John Jantsch. Anyone in the world of marketing and business should get to know him and see why Seth Godin calls him the Peter Drucker of small business marketing tactics. He’s the … Continue reading

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Jeff Liker, The Toyota Way to Lean Leadership

Jeff Liker has been studying Toyota for 30 years. With a background in sociology and engineering, he’s been watching them from up close and taking the lessons learned to apply more broadly to organizations and leaders. He’s the author of … Continue reading

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Jason Womack, Your Best Just Got Better

If being more productive, creating a bigger contribution and tapping into a sense of purpose is something that matters to you, then you’re really going to value this conversation with Jason Womack. Jason is a champion of the psychology of … Continue reading

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Les McKeown, The Synergist

What’s your role in the workplace? Are you the visionary, the operator or the processor – and who are you driving crazy by taking on that role? I’d be happy to talk to Les McKeown anytime, but I’m especially excited … Continue reading

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Al Pittampalli, Read This Before Our Next Meeting

Many of us have suffered the tragedy of going to hundreds of meetings that are meandering and pointless, where you can feel your precious life slipping away. If you’re ready to revitalize meetings, then you need to check out Read … Continue reading

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