There are three ways to ask better questions: 1. Be curious and use words wisely; 2. Challenge what we "know"; and 3. Have in mind an idea of what a productive outcome is. Asking questions in a leadership position creates more opportunities. Increasing adaptability of your teams means incorporating their experiences and ideas to solve problems and create impactful solutions. This also means letting go of the need to have answers … and control. Listen to Jess Dewell share the insights from Elizabeth Bachman, Max Irzhak, and Mickey Desai in a discussion about empowering ourselves and others to ask better questions.

Being an impactful leader is, among other things, about asking the right questions. So, I'm curious when you ask a good question (or good questions), what do you gain? In what ways, good questions improve your business?

Inspired by clips from #BoldBusinessPodcast from Phyllis Weiss Haserot, Martin Medeiros, Joe Pepper, and Justin Patton. Scott Scowcroft randomly picks clips from our past programs and host Jess Dewell discusses how (or even if…) they are relevant to #growing and #leading your #business toward success today. Behind the Scenes of the #BoldBusinessPodcast with Jess and Scott.

Lucile Ball said, "The more you do, the more you can do."That's the basis for resilience and to bounce forward to what's next. Dean Barta and I chat about gratitude, small business, planning, and the importance of an outside set of eyes. #Prioritization​ is what will move you to your #growth​ and #operational​ goals. Listen in, share your experiences and tips!

The mission of a company is more critical today than ever before. With a shift from a desire from possessing something from and identifying with a brand, to choosing brands that believe in the same things we do … how we used to define a brand has changed. The actions of a single individual impacts both the perception of what a brand stands for, and the "real" mission being evaluated by the actions of the people working at a company.

Evaluating the capacity of our team and our entire organization starts with introspection within ourselves. To build capacity, we must be actively engaged lifelong learners who can guide and direct the development of teams to maximize success. Jess Dewell talks with Nadine B Hack, Social Responsibility Leader and CEO, beCause Global Consulting, about a leader's responsibility for Direct Impact on Core Business.

There are three things you can use to achieve more with less and reach your goals: the power of the pause, frameworks to think about success, and how we all have complex challenges. Jess Dewell brings you real examples about stepping back and surveying the landscape and bringing what you find into your daily journey. She discusses how to hone what you've learned and apply it to an achievable future with Erik Host-Steen, Business Consultant; Crista Grasso, Creator Lean Out Method; and Jonathon Hensley, CEO of Emerge Interactive.

You can only respond to threats and take advantage of opportunities from the amount of resilience you have. The actions you take build our habits. In this interview Jess Dewell, Business Advisor and David Leopold, Facilitator, dig into elements of resilience: necessary skills, visioning, written strategy, and a commitment to discipline.