Understand your problem before you try to solve itIf I had one hour to save the world, I would spend the first 55 minutes defining the problem. – Albert Einstein
Think about it – don’t we often do the exact opposite in our daily work lives? How often do we spend the time planning that is necessary to REALLY get the job done – and done well? Read more
Are you the world’s best? How to market yourself for career successWho is the world’s best wine-o? If you spend much time on the Venice Boardwalk in California, then you have probably met Bobby. He donned a sandwich board over 20 years ago that boldly claims he is the “World’s Greatest Wine-O.” I’ve never seen him take a drink. In fact, most of the time, I see him posing for pictures with tourists and charging them $5 for the photo op. Read more
Problem solving – Big Bird styleLooking at holiday pictures this week reminded me of the story my mother told for years. It was about the time that Big Bird invoked my curiosity and a lifetime interest in problem solving. It was Christmas Eve, 1977. I was so excited; I had received the Bradley Big Bird Talking Alarm Clock. It had to be wound like the formal clock on the hearth, not something I was allowed to do at age five. Read more
Reach your career goals quickly – Fast Track Tools helps you communicate to winGood ideas and a great vision are not enough to be successful today. Winners need an authoritative, convincing, articulate presentation. In response, Fast Track Tools has launched a unique, interactive, career-boosting, online workshop that provides practical, actionable information and resources for early-career and experienced professionals alike. Read more
How to get hired and paid three times moreLooking through some holiday photos and festive occasions that included eggnog reminded me of a story that demonstrated the importance of paying a premium for a perfect hire. It all started when my wife, Katrina, came down with a cold. I think I may have mentioned before that we are from the Midwest, where part of every cold remedy includes food. Read more
Fast Track Tools alumnus to share success storyJanuary 27, 2010 – Doug Ferreira, a Fast Track Tools alumnus and certified “Communicate to Win” instructor, will share the story of how Ken Revenaugh used communication methods to help drive a successful sales and marketing transformation at Oakwood Temporary Housing. Ferreira will speak at The Conference Board’s 2010 Senior Sales Executive Conference, Read more
How to improve your leadership abilities – journal!Who journals these days? We blog, we use Twitter and Facebook, but does anyone journal? Is it a lost art? I say no, keeping a journal is key to planning for the future. When best to think about the future but early in the year? So here I am, journaling. I suggest that we should all journal at least once a year. Read more
Kogi truck and what it has to do with brand YOUListening to your customer is key for business success – any business. The “roach coach” restaurant on wheels has done this successfully by identifying and following potential customers – being where they are. Another LA based business that is listening to their customers is the Kogi Korean taco truck. They listened to late night partiers who craved greasy snacks at 2 a.m. Read more
Love – Work – PlayCorporate America frequently banters about the statement, “We work hard, but we also play hard.” However, these days, it all seems to be about work. Every quarter, we hear about how much more efficient and profitable companies are after layoffs and cost cutting. The reality is that many people are now doing multiple jobs, which translates into less time with family and friends. Read more
Ken Revenaugh a finalist for two prestigious Stevie AwardsJanuary 19, 2010 – The Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service have announced the 2010 finalists for their prestigious annual awards. Ken Revenaugh is named in both categories for which he was nominated: Sales Process of the Year and Sales Coaching Program of the Year. (You may download a PDF of the nomination text HERE.) Read more