The only thing that's real is your ability to face life's challenges and adversities as they come. —Michelle Poler On Today's Episode: I talk with Michelle Poler, author of Hello, Fears (releasing tomorrow!) How Michelle learned the difference between being comfortable and being happy What inspired Michelle to fight 100 fears over 100 days Why Michelle dislikes the word "fearless" This pandemic has awakened a lot of fears in people. Michelle's perspective on facing those … [Read more...]
245: How to Harness the Power of Positivity with Jon Gordon
This crisis will test who you are, what you believe in, and what you do. —Jon Gordon On Today's Episode: I had the opportunity to connect with Jon Gordon, bestselling author and speaker Jon dives into his journey to become more positive as a naturally negative person The importance of filling voids with positivity so negativity does not seep in Jon's advice to cultivate characteristics to becoming thriving humans Jon's story is powerful, and his advice on positivity has … [Read more...]
244: Why Productive Beats Perfect, Every Time
The way to get started is to quit talking and start doing. —Walt Disney On Today's Episode: I discuss with Carla why productive beats perfect Sometimes the effort to be perfect slows down speed-to-market Waiting for perfection equals a decision not to lead in a crisis The importance of coupling information with transparency Communication is key during a crisis The Southwest Michigan First (SMF) team is generally speaking anti good enough, and in regular business, "good … [Read more...]
243: How to Pivot Your Team in Times of Crisis
The people must have ownership in the vision. They need to be enabled to accomplish it. If there is one investment you should make, it is in people. —Modesta Lilian Mbughuni On Today's Episode: Carla and I discuss pivoting with the team in times of crisis. Do you have team members whose roles have been diminished in this work from home (WFH) time? How can your team still work within their strengths in a different capacity? A crisis calls for all hands on deck, now is not the … [Read more...]
242: Navigating Business Through the COVID-19 Crisis (Part 2)
This great Nation will endure as it has endured, will revive and will prosper. —Franklin D. Roosevelt On Today's Episode: Carla and I continue our conversation about navigating business through this pandemic You can find part 1 here. Sharing insight on the programs and options available for businesses Stimulus package programs like the Paycheck Protection Program and SBA loans Reach out to your local economic development organization for help Incentives to … [Read more...]