We all influence someone, but the question is, "Are we influencing well? Exceptionally well?" As an international speaker, award-winning author, and high-demand business coach who founded P4 Power Coaching, host Anita Brooks brings her passion, expertise, and front-line insights to The Exceptional Leadership podcast. She takes great joy in helping people and organizations identify and plug the invisible drains stealing their time, energy, and money, and now, she's sharing her wisdom with you ...
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Episode 74 7 Simple Steps to Exceptional Leadership While I Pause
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In this episode, host Anita Brooks re-emphasizes 7 Simple Steps to Exceptional Leadership. Many times, success isn't derived by how complicated we make things, or about how much we push ourselves, but instead, in exercising wisdom and strategy in what we undertake. Anita Brooks is a best-selling author, and all she and her P4 Power Coaching™ team c…
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Episode 73 Interpreting Foreign Personality Languages When Listening
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The P4 Personality Perspective™ is a method of assessing human personality and learning how to use it to improve both professional and personal relationships. The information is especially helpful for leaders and managers. In this episode, certified personality trainer, business coach, and international, keynote speaker, Anita Brooks, shares insigh…
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Episode 72 Interpreting Foreign Personality Languages When Speaking
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Communication and conflict resolution between personalities can sometimes feel like two people are speaking foreign languages. Our personality is the lens in which we look through life at--but our lenses are not all the same. In this episode, certified personality trainer and business coach, Anita Brooks, explains how to interpret foreign personali…
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Episode 71 In-depth with Perfect and Peaceful Personalities
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Introverts are too often overlooked and undervalued in today's world, particularly in the workplace. But using her P4 Personality Perspective™ method, Certified Personality Trainer, Anita Brooks, shares insights about the Perfect and Peaceful personalities in this episode, both introverts, but with very different approaches to work and life. To fin…
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Episode 70 In-depth with Popular and Powerful Personalities
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Extroverts think out loud, are high energy, but their ideas are often discounted due to the amount of them that they generate. In this episode, Anita shares her expertise about the Popular and Powerful personalities, both extroverts, but with very different approaches to work and life. To find out more about Anita Brooks, business coach, internatio…
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Episode 69 P4 Personality Perspective™ Basics
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Have you ever wondered why someone does what they do? Have you ever wondered why you makes some of the choices you do? How does our instrinsic wiring impact our behaviors at work? Certified Personality Trainer and business coach, Anita Brooks, shares decades worth of insights into human personality, helping explain the impact we make on each other.…
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Episode 68 An Ancient Practice to Transform Your Leadership
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In our hurried and harried, 21st century world, few leaders practice this much-needed habit. But by deciding to act on it, not only will their leadership efforts benefit, but their personal lives will improve, as well. This is a passion-point for host, Anita Brooks, and something she is committed to doing herself. She would even go as far as saying…
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Episode 67 The Power of Focusing on Personal Relationships
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You might not see the immediate connection between focusing on your personal relationships to infuse more power into your leadership impact. However, in this episode, host Anita Brooks will explore why intentionality with your personal life will make you a better leader and help you produce enhanced results. To find out more about Anita Brooks, bus…
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Episode 66 Daily Tips for Strenghtening Your Mental Fortitude
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Mental fortitude is a must for every leader. In this episode of Exceptional Leadership, host Anita Brooks shares multiple ideas, simply yet powerfully implemented, that can help anyone strengthen their inner resilience. To find out more about Anita Brooks, business coach, international speaker, and award-winning, best-selling author, and all she an…
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Episode 65 Overcoming Chronic Leadership Fatigue
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Fatigue is a common challenge for most leaders--including those who try to pretend they're not tired when they must fight hard to push through the day. But when it comes to a leader's energy, as with any other problem, acknowledgement opens the door for potential victory. To find out more about Anita Brooks, business coach, international speaker, a…
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Not all leaders are cut from the same material. In this episode, Anita Brooks, founder and CEO of P4 Power Coaching™ explores the characteristics, traits, habits, and behaviors of two different leaders. To find out more about Anita Brooks, business coach, international speaker, and award-winning, best-selling author, and all she and her P4 Power Co…
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Episode 63 Episode Auditing Supply Chains, Efficiencies, and Processes
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This may not be the most intriguing or sexiest topic in the world, but it can be in business when you see the net profit results. If you need to blacken your organization's bottom line, do not miss these important tips for auditing supply chains, efficiencies, and processes. It could mean the difference between a healthy quarter and a disastrous on…
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Sticking any warm body into any open position is not good for your people, your business, or you! In this episode, Anita discusses the power and importance of job-fits and strategies behind improved work performance. To find out more about Anita Brooks, business coach, international speaker, and award-winning, best-selling author, and all she and h…
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Episode 62 Price Increases for Net Profitability
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Business coach, Anita Brooks, founder and CEO of P4 Power Coaching™ is on a mission to increase the income, prime the profits, and strengthen the sustainability for American businesses. Net profitability drives everything she does when she works with a client, even when she gets drawn into a little business therapy. The ebb and flow of mixing pract…
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When human beings find something purposeful to work toward, it lights them up. When a group of people in an organization are united in working toward a mission, it lights the business up. In this episode, learn the why and how behind empowering profits through intentional mission-mindedness. To find out more about Anita Brooks, business coach, inte…
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Episode 59 Driving Employee Performance and Productivity
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Almost every leader Anita Brooks works with, talks with, or listens to, has a desire to drive employee performance and productivity--especially in a climate where work ethics seem to be lagging. But there are some common practices, when followed consistently, that can help increase the amount of production in your organization. To find out more abo…
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Episode 58 Marketing Performance and Measurable Results
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Is your marketing performance where you want it to be? Are you seeing measurable results? In this episode, Anita talks about a side of marketing that's crucial to profitable business. To find out more about Anita Brooks, business coach, international speaker, and award-winning, best-selling author, and all she and her P4 Power Coaching™ team can of…
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Episode 57 Driving Measurable Performance in Business
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Measurements can mean everything in business. Without understanding your numbers--financially, productively, for marketing, employee morale, or overall profitability, how can you know if you're hitting your targets, goals, and objectives? How can you inspire and motivate better performance if you don't have a concrete way to monitor where you were,…
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Episode 56 Exceptional Leadership in the Coffee Wars
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Have you ever thought about how today's most popular and profitable businesses got their start? What were their struggles and challenges? In this episode, Anita talks about two of the most popular coffee franchises on the market--Starbucks and Dunkin Donut. Who led them to the top and how did they become the coffees many Americans cannot live witho…
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Episode 55 Setting SMART Financial Goals for Your Business
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All goal setting is not equal. In business, to ensure you increase your income, prime your profits, and strengthen your sustainability, it is critical that you set S.M.A.R.T. goals for your organization and regularly monitor your results. In this episode, no matter how big or small your leadership responsibilities, regardless of the industry you wo…
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Episode 54 Plugging Common Business Money Drains
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Every business, regardless of size, needs to keep its finger on the pulse of its finances. Money drains don't just disappear or magically resolve themselves. Plugging common business money drains requires leadership intentionality--to bravely acknowledge what the issues are, to clearly see where the true, core issues originate, and to bravely do wh…
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Episode 53 Leading with The Joseph Factor
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Anita Brooks brings an ancient secret into her business coaching scopes that might surprise you. But this commitment in practice undergirds everything she does. Not only does she bring the heart and soul along with the practical and tactical into the work she does for her clients, but she also carries a little "secret sauce" that ensures a big impa…
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Episode 52 What Goes Into A Business Coaching Scope?
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Many people ask Anita what she does as a business coach. In this episode, insights, tips, and ideas for strengthening business can help organizations increase their income, raise net profits, sustain themselves for the long term. At any time, but especially in tight economic climates, every dollar counts! To find out more about Anita Brooks, busine…
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Episode 51 - Intentionality and a Leadership Mindset
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Exceptional leadership begins in your mind, and exercising intentionality about what you allow your self-talk to tell you can make all the difference in what kind of influence you have. In this episode, Anita Brooks will provide practical tips to help your thinking support your leadership goals and profitablity targets. P4 Power Coaching has a miss…
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Episode 50 Creating an Exceptional Mindset
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Exceptional leadership begins in the mind. In this episode, host Anita Brooks shares coaching exercises and results from her work with real P4 Power Coaching™ business clients. Learn some of the pros and cons people see about their managers and supervisors, and the things people would like to thank their leaders for. Anita also discusses how you ca…
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Episode 49 Exceptional vs Mediocre with Liz Kislik
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Full Bio: Liz Kislik is a management consultant and executive coach, and a frequent contributor to Harvard Business Review and Forbes. Her TEDx “Why There’s So Much Conflict at Work and What You Can Do to Fix It” has received more than 400,000 views. She specializes in developing high performing leaders and workforces, and for 30 years has helped f…
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Episode 47 Plugging Your Invisible Drains
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Are you paying the price for your business's invisible drains? Even if you are aware of the issues, are you ignoring or avoiding them? Plugging the drains stealing money, time, and energy from your organization will not only keep you sustainable, but will also restore the piece of mind for you and your people. Learn what to do as a leader, how to s…
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Episode 46 10 Inspirations & Motivations for Exceptional Leaders
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Get inspired by great leaders whose insights and experience can motivate 21st century leaders to reach greater heights. In this episode, you will glean exceptional leadership philosophies from in-demand business coach, Anita Brooks. She's at the front line and in the trenches, allowing her to teach you strategies and tactics that truly work. Discov…
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Episode 45 Measuring the Cost of Disorganization and Micromanagement
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Untold amounts of money, time, and energy are lost to two slippery, stealthy thieves: leadership disorganization and micromanagement. In this episode, you will hear about real-life business situations driving hard-number, avoidable costs at astronomical figures. Learn what to do as a leader, how to save money, time, and energy through effective lea…
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No business, non-profit, company, or organization can sustain itself without net profits. And I don't know many leaders who would hold a lighter to tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars a year, or throw that cash in the trash. Yet, so many allow that level of loss to slip away due to inefficiencies, disorganization, and micromanagement. If you w…
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Episode 43 Boosting Productivity with Go Gang Go Meetings
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Boosting morale and employee engagement are evergreen issues smart leaders stay in tune with. Of all the leadership actions that work, this one jewel could make one of your biggest impacts. Brief "Go Gang Go meetings boost morale, increase employee engagement, and strengthens team bonds. If you wonder whether something like this is worth the invest…
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Episode 42 The Power of a Positive Personal Brand
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Too often, we take our personal brand (otherwise known as our reputation or how others view us), for granted. But when we are intentional, consistent, and laser-focused on what we project, we can reach greater heights. When I say, "We all lead someone, the question is, are we leading well? Exceptionally well?" Our personal brand is a perfect exampl…
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Episode 41 Spiritual Leadership with Stephanie Pavlantos
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Stephanie Pavlantos brings a different leadership perspective as she delves into the spiritual. As a homeschool mom and teacher, community advocate, and a leader influencing the minds of tomorrow, she focuses on how our actions shape the behaviors of others. https://stephaniepavlantos.com Discover more about Anita and P4 Power Coaching™ at anitabro…
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Episode 40 Mediocre vs Exceptional Leaders with Markus Neukom
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Markus Neukom is a leadership consultant who works across the globe. Listen in to his conversation with business coach, Anita Brooks, as they discuss mediocre management versus exceptional leadership. The difference is real--and the results prove why it's important to exercise intentionality. https://www.markusneukom.com Discover more about Anita a…
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Episode 39 The Juggle and Struggle of Leadership Sandra Flach
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Sandra Flash knows what it takes to lead in the workplace and at home--and this doesn't even touch her volunteer or philanthropic work. She's a wife, mom of eight—five through adoption, and Mimi to seven precious grandchildren, and full of leadership tips that work. Her heart and calling is to encourage and equip adoptive and foster parents and to …
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Episode 38 Distanced Mentorship with Rick Johnson
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Rick Johnson is a prolific author who from experience understands the power of leading exceptionally well. He also knows the importance of intentional influence offered well and done early. This inspiring interview on mentorship and leadership will make you more mindful and propel you to a more intentional approach. Rick Johnson's warm approach mat…
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It's the #1 secret to raising energy, increasing engagement, boosting morale, and motivating people. It costs you nothing aside from a tiny amount of time and a bit of authentic energy. But this one act, when done honestly and consistently, will drive powerful results--in both your professional and personal interactions. Anita Brooks teaches this s…
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Episode 36 Leadership Self-Care with Fitness Expert Scarlet Barron
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Scarlet Barron is a powerhouse coach and fitness expert, but she's also a caring, compassionate human being and dynamic advocate for mental and physical health. So much great information packed into one show, as Anita and Scarlet discuss the why and how of self-care for leaders. And you don't want to miss Scarlet's inspiring and motivating Facebook…
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Episode 35 Ulysses S. Grant as a Leader with Dr. Craig von Buseck Pt. 2
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Dr. Craig von Buseck is not only a prolific author, but he is one part historian, one part influencer, and one part experienced leader. His in-depth research unearths little-known details about people whose decisions and actions shaped our world. Leaders today would do well to learn from the mistakes and victories of leaders from yesterday. Former …
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Episode 34 Ulysses S. Grant Leader and Influencer with Dr. Craig von Buseck Pt 1
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Dr. Craig von Buseck is not only a prolific author, but he is one part historian, one part influencer, and one part experienced leader. His in-depth research unearths little-known details about people whose decisions and actions shaped our world. Leaders today would do well to learn from the mistakes and victories of leaders from yesterday. Former …
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Episode 33 Every Seat Has a Story Stacy Leicht
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Author, teacher, and speaker, Stacy Leicht knows that every seat filled in a classroom has a story. The same is true for every seat filled in the workplace. Wise leaders understand the value and importance of acknowledging these stories, especially if you want to lead exceptionally well. You do not want to miss this engaging and energizing conversa…
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Episode 32 Fit for Leadership with Liz Faison
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Leadership can be draining, so leaders need every ounce of knowledge, insight, and wisdom they can glean. In this energizing episode, fitness coach, Liz Faison shares several great health tips to help busy leaders prevent and overcome the lag. We don't have to drag through our days--we can seize every second. Follow Liz at https://www.fitforchrists…
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Episode 31 Early Leadership Golden Circle with Justin Jacobs
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In this episode, Anita Brooks is joined by Justin Jacobs, a young leader with experience far beyond his years. Their combined wisdom offers much insight for leaders new on the job as well as fresh ideas for those more mature in their leadership role. Justin is an award winning Greek life member, Sigma Nu member, and 2019 SEMO man of the year. He cu…
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Episode 30 HR Consulting for Leaders with Mary Hampton
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Mary Hampton is an HR expert with a lot of great insights to share about dealing with human beings in the workplace. In their practical and inspirational conversation, Mary and Anita Brooks discuss many aspects to dealing with people effectively. Human nature has its challenges, but it also has many upsides. Find more about Mary at https://www.hrha…
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Episode 29 Interpersonal & Articulate Connections with Julie Crenshaw Conversation
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Julie Crenshaw talks with host, Anita Brooks, on an important topic related to Exceptional Leadership. Interpersonal relationships can make or break a professional organization, as well as our personal connections. If we cannot clearly articulate and communicate, issues and conflicts are sure to arise, with little hope of resolution and peace. But …
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Episode 28 It's Multiplication Not Addition with Renee Pinta
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In this jam-packed episode, Anita Brooks talks with Renee Pinta, owner of First Banc Limited, a credit/debit card processing company whose mission is first and foremost, providing exceptional client care. This small business owner understands what it takes to succeed at the highest level, providing the lowest costs possible for those she and her te…
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Episode 27 Remorseless Leadership Beth Fisher
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Beth Fisher, author, coach, and leader, has made it her mission to teach people to first give themselves permission to lose those hinderances holding them back, and then to act. Sharing insight and wisdom born from years of experience in the trenches of leadership, both from corporate and non-profit worlds, you won't want to miss Anita's conversati…
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Episode 26 People Centric Leadership with Matt Griswold
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People Centric Leadership is not a job for Matt Griswold, it's his passion, his commitment, and his way of life! Building healthy organizations and aligning people definitely turns him on. Find out more about Matt Griswold and People Centric Consulting Group at https://peoplecentric.com. Learn more about Anita and P4 Power Coaching™ at anitabrooks.…
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Not every day is good, but there is something good in every day--this is true in leadership as well as in every day life. Dr. Michelle Bengston understands this truth in her practice, but also in her own personal journey. But regardless of what happens to us, perspective is everything. No matter what we're dealing with, it helps to decide that it's…
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John Michael Cahill was Ireland born and America bound, as he tells the story in his memoir, "Two Walls and a Roof." With his beautiful Irish lilt and spirit, he discusses leadership similarities and differences, life-changing events, and how leading with love makes the biggest difference. You won't want to miss this fascinating conversation crossi…
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