Humility in business. What does that even mean? And how do you know when you have it - or don’t have it? You might also be thinking, does showing humility mean people think you lack confidence or conviction. In this episode, Dr. Jeff Kaplan and I will answer these important questions about humility in business that shape your impact as a leader.

There are many reasons why you started your business - or are thinking about starting one: independence, financial freedom, a side hustle to bring in more cash. The fact that you took initiative to start a business shows that you are a born leader. In this episode, Alex Kuhn and I unpack how to bring out and tune your natural leadership skills.

The dreaded performance review. If you’re like most managers, you’d rather have dental surgery than do a performance review. You’re not alone. Doing reviews can be time-consuming and require uncomfortable conversations that you’d rather avoid. Let’s face it, some managers tiptoe around important topics and employees often equate review time with a raise. In this episode, Dr. Jeff Kaplan and I break down how to do a performance review, what employees expect and how to phrase some of your words so you’re prepared before going into the dialog.

Entrepreneurs and executives have a reputation of being driven. But every one of us is human. And sometimes it takes more energy to show up and get through the day. What do other leaders do to stay motivated? And more importantly, how do they get back on track when something derails them or when they struggle to make progress? This episode dives deep into specific ways to adjust your mindset so you can stay on track. It’s how leaders stay motivated, even on tough days.

On-Demand CMO and messaging expert Daniel Heimlich reveals his unique strategies for transforming weak messaging into strong clear words that resonate with your prospects and customers. You’ll learn specific actionable steps, including how to create your company’s message map and avoid the stumbling blocks, oversights, and mistakes that companies make. Daniel will share several examples that will spark an "ah ha" moment about the way you talk about your products and services to help you nail your messaging.

Some call them hacks, but they are really systems and processes for productivity. It's as important for a startup as it is for a larger business. In this podcast, we'll give numerous examples of systems that small business owners and teams can productivity fast. It's like you've duplicated your ability to get work done. You'll learn how to identify what needs to be systematized and what can stay as is. We'll include ways to measure productivity improvement and how to know when you've outgrown one system and need a new one.

You've made the life-changing decision to help others. Being a life coach is a noble and rewarding endeavor. But if you're like most who choose this career path, you're scratching your head and thinking to yourself "how to get life coaching clients?" In this detailed podcast, I'll show you the fastest path to building your brand so you attract life coaching clients to grow your business. 

Thousands of people search Google for "life coaching" and related terms every month. Some examples: "life coach" - 33,000 searches in the U.S. alone every month, "life coach near me" - 12,000 searches. Knowing SEO for life coaches gives you a major advantage over other coaches to land a regular stream of new clients. There's more: getting found locally, which is where most life coaches get clients. This podcast will dive into specific life coaching keywords and local SEO techniques to help coaches attract new clients.

Management guru Peter Drucker once said "culture eats strategy for breakfast." That's not to say strategy isn't important. But company culture, which is set from the executives - even in small businesses - needs to support corporate values in order to create an environment that allows ideas, growth and your staff to thrive. In this podcast with former CEO Raj Khera and Executive Leadership Coach Dr. Jeff Kaplan, we go into very specific actions that leaders can and should take to set the tone for company culture, including words to use that can shape the way your staff behaves.

You might be surprised to know that imposter syndrome affects seasoned leaders just like it affects aspiring leaders.  It’s the feeling that you don’t belong in the role you’re in, maybe not even sure how you got there in the first place. Some feel like they’re not totally sure what they’re doing, and that it’s only a matter of time before everyone figures that out.

You’re not alone. Imposter syndrome is extremely common. The good news is that there are things you can do to create a mind shift that will allow you to become more comfortable in your role. I’m not talking about “fake it till you make it” - that phrase has some merit but it also downplays what you’re feeling. There are ways to look at imposter syndrome that can be very empowering and create a lasting sense that you belong where you are. Joining me is Executive Leadership Coach Dr. Jeff Kaplan.