Project Distinct Podcast

Project Distinct Podcast

By Scott McKainBusiness
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Project Distinct Podcast episodes

  • Episode 239: Encore Episode - The five disciplines of transformational leadership

    According to a vice president of the world-renown research firm, Gartner, there are five disciplines that every leader needs to employ to create the future that you and your organization desires.  On today’s PROJECT DISTINCT, Scott McKain reveals those choices — and how centuries of research on leadership provides insights that are still relevant in today’s hyper-competitive marketplace.

    10 min
  • Episode 237: Encore Episode - Are your preconceived notions preventing you from creating distinction?

    We ALL have preconceived notions — unfortunately, they’re sometimes incorrect!  How many people consume ONLY the print editions of newspapers?  How many people have ZERO banking accounts?  How many people visit MySpace.com each month?  Things are often not as they seem — and it may be something that is preventing you from creating personal and professional distinction!

    10 min
  • Episode 235: Encore Episode - How to deal with angry, not nice people…
    During the Holiday season, people are dealing with both personal and professional stressors that can impact how they deal with us. Here are some ideas on how to respond to people who are “disputational” — in other words, who want to dispute everything you say — and people who just aren’t acting very nice.  Who knows? Today’s PROJECT DISTINCT may make both your business AND your Holidays a little more pleasant and productive!

     

    10 min
  • Episode 234: Teamwork and commitment...

    After hearing a presentation by former fighter pilot, "Waldo" Waldman, Scott recorded this brief message while changing planes at DFW on the importance of teamwork...and our level of commitment to working and growing together!

    5 min
  • Episode 233: Creating distinction when it's repeat business...
    You make a distinctive first impression, everything goes well, and your customer wants more -- that's great, right? We ALL want repeat business!  However, how do you continue to create distinction with repeat customers who have already experienced what you have to offer? (Especially when you've given your best to obtain their business -- what do you show them to retain their business?) That's the important topic on today's PROJECT DISTINCT!

     

    9 min
  • Episode 232: The “sweet spot” it takes to create distinction…

    Believe it or not, baseball Hall of Fame Ted Williams is one of the inspirations of billionaire Warren Buffett.  In his study of hitting a baseball, Williams broke down the strike zone into 77 spots — then, analyzed where the “sweet spots” were that would give him a greater probability of getting a hit.  Buffett decided to do the same to determine where his financial “sweet spots” were. On today’s PROJECT DISTINCT, Scott McKain asks you an important question about distinction:  Where is YOUR “sweet spot”?

    11 min
  • Episode 231: Encore Episode - Influence redefined….

    In a terrific new book by author, speaker, and expert Stacey Hanke — titled, “Influence Redefined” — we are challenged by her provocative question: “Are you REALLY as influential as you think you are?”  On today’s PROJECT DISTINCT, we’ll examine a few of the myriad of impactful points — and reveal critical aspects of expanding your level on influence from this powerful new work.

    10 min

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How do YOU stand out in today’s competitive marketplace? What does it take to sell uniquely…and serve remarkably? How can customers tell a difference between you and your competitors? “PROJECT…