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Ep90 Fight Mediocrity, with Mark Boundy
Want to join the fun with Mark Boundy to fight mediocrity? Go to https://mediocrates.wtf/ where, alongwith Cristina DiGiacomo, Mark has gathered true experts at confronting mediocrity, who have personally overcome it, and are passionate about guiding you through your own journey. There you’ll find tools, tips, and fellow travellers.
To view the video version, go to: https://youtu.be/QAFJM5rFstE
Mark Boundy encountered and battled mediocrity in many forms over decades. Mark wrote the bestseller, Radical Value, to focus on the most important part of business that most companies do poorly, focusing on customer value, and fighting the sales mediocrity that makes his blood boil - discounting their way out of poor selling. Mark lives in Phoenix, Arizona, USA.
TALKING POINTS
Mediocre is “Because I told you to.”
Mediocre is “There's no money for that.”
Mediocre is “That's what I pay them for.”
Mediocre is “We can fix that with a reorg.”
Mediocre is, “That's the way we've always done it.”
The whole world is drowning in mediocrity. And it's so bad that we often don't realize when we're being mediocre. We're so conditioned to it, we think it's normal. If we work in a big enough company, we call mediocrity, best practices.
Q. What is a typical example of mediocrity from your perspective, Mark?
A. I have a client who was complaining about a vice president, where he’s trying to get him on board with a change, a big important one. And the guy looked at him and said, “I didn't last 20 years here by sticking my neck out.” What's even more shocking is that he's able to say it out loud. What's even more shocking is that there are enough people in a company that agree with, “Yeh, damn right.”
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Author of ‘Workplace Wisdom for 9 to thrive; the 12 soft skills everyone needs to know for workplace success'
The Manage Self, Lead Others podcast is mainly for experienced and aspiring managers to explore ways to elevate and
transform team culture. Nina Sunday speaks with key experts from Australia and across the globe who share their insights in self-leadership and leading people.
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Want to join the fun with Mark Boundy to fight mediocrity? Go to https://mediocrates.wtf/ where, alongwith Cristina DiGiacomo, Mark has gathered true experts at confronting mediocrity, who have personally overcome it, and are passionate about guiding you through your own journey. There you’ll find tools, tips, and fellow travellers.
To view the video version, go to: https://youtu.be/QAFJM5rFstE
Mark Boundy encountered and battled mediocrity in many forms over decades. Mark wrote the bestseller, Radical Value, to focus on the most important part of business that most companies do poorly, focusing on customer value, and fighting the sales mediocrity that makes his blood boil - discounting their way out of poor selling. Mark lives in Phoenix, Arizona, USA.
TALKING POINTS
Mediocre is “Because I told you to.”
Mediocre is “There's no money for that.”
Mediocre is “That's what I pay them for.”
Mediocre is “We can fix that with a reorg.”
Mediocre is, “That's the way we've always done it.”
The whole world is drowning in mediocrity. And it's so bad that we often don't realize when we're being mediocre. We're so conditioned to it, we think it's normal. If we work in a big enough company, we call mediocrity, best practices.
Q. What is a typical example of mediocrity from your perspective, Mark?
A. I have a client who was complaining about a vice president, where he’s trying to get him on board with a change, a big important one. And the guy looked at him and said, “I didn't last 20 years here by sticking my neck out.” What's even more shocking is that he's able to say it out loud. What's even more shocking is that there are enough people in a company that agree with, “Yeh, damn right.”
ABOUT HOST, NINA SUNDAY CSP
Nina's catchphrase is: 'Workplace culture hides in plain sight. Is yours flourishing?' Invite Nina Sunday CSP and Certified Virtual Presenter as a speaker for your conference, virtually or in-person, on Positive Workplace Culture and Co-creating Team Working Agreements.
Contact: [email protected] or [email protected]
Visit https://ninasunday.com or https://www.brainpowertraining.com.au/
As Founder/Owner of Brainpower Training Pty Ltd you can arrange for Nina or one of her Facilitators Australia-wide to deliver a face-to-face customised
program on Communication, Productivity, Leadership or Teamwork.
Author of ‘Workplace Wisdom for 9 to thrive; the 12 soft skills everyone needs to know for workplace success'
The Manage Self, Lead Others podcast is mainly for experienced and aspiring managers to explore ways to elevate and
transform team culture. Nina Sunday speaks with key experts from Australia and across the globe who share their insights in self-leadership and leading people.
Connect with podcast host, Nina Sunday
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ninasunday
Websites: https://www.brainpowertraining.com.au/signature-programs | https://www.ninasunday.com/
Podcast videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@manageselfleadotherspodcast?sub_confirmation=1
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninasunday/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086888352865
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