May 29, 2025

Jeffrey Klubeck, Founder & CEO of Get A Klu, Inc.

26 minutes

Early teaching journey & finding motivation through disappointment

Balancing academia and industry: from public speaking professor to global coaching assignments

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Overview

In this engaging episode of The Brand Called You, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Jeffrey Klubeck—founder & CEO of Get A Klu, Inc. and author of “The Integrity Game”—to unpack the powerful intersections of integrity, coaching, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. From Klubeck’s unconventional journey to his practical tips for solopreneurs and insights from his book, the episode offers a wealth of actionable advice and real-life stories.

Let’s break down the highlights, with important timestamps and topical takeaways:

00:01:03-How did Jeffrey Klubeck become an “unretired professor”?

Early teaching journey & finding motivation through disappointment

Balancing academia and industry: from public speaking professor to global coaching assignments

Retirement, then return: What brought him back to teaching?

00:02:52-What inspired the birth of Get A Klu, Inc.?

The humorous self-reflection behind the name

Early entrepreneurial flair: “Get a Clue” as a high school newspaper editorial

Transition from editorial voice to a consulting & coaching C-corp

00:04:34-What are the most powerful coaching lessons from working worldwide?

The underestimated power of eye contact and nonverbal communication

Overcoming cultural barriers with a clear mission and shared purpose

Real-life anecdotes of using technology (e.g., translators) to break down language obstacles

00:06:08-What are common productivity challenges faced by solopreneurs and micro business owners?

Wearing all the “hats”: founder isolation and accountability struggles

Emotional & behavioral pitfalls: gravitating to easy/uncomfortable work

Staffing mistakes and challenges with delegation

Investment fear and difficulties in performance management

00:09:21-Which soft skills should every entrepreneur master?

The top three skills: engagement, motivation, accountability

Why public speaking is Klubeck’s favorite soft skill for solopreneurs

The importance of personal branding and networking

Overcoming fear-based resistance to networking, leadership, and change

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Early teaching journey & finding motivation through disappointment

Balancing academia and industry: from public speaking professor to global coaching assignments

Retirement, then return: What brought him back to teaching?

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