In a vibrant conversation, Alan Weiss, a legendary consultant noted for his bold career insights, delves into the delicate dance of career risks and strategic decisions. He reveals the crucial difference between smart risks and reckless gambles, urging professionals to align passion with financial goals. Alan emphasizes showcasing achievements over mere resumes and the importance of personal branding. He also discusses the balance between coaching and consulting, advocating for empowering clients rather than providing quick fixes. Tune in for a refreshing take on navigating your career path!
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Leanne's Career Gambles
Leanne Hughes gambled by moving to Broome, Australia, for a relationship.
She also declined a job in Bangkok based on intuition.
volunteer_activism ADVICE
Overhead Control
Avoid unnecessary overhead, like hiring employees too early.
Outsource tasks to accounting or technical firms instead.
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$20 Trick
Leanne Hughes successfully upgraded her hotel room in Las Vegas with a $20 trick.
She placed the bill between her ID and credit card when checking in.
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Fresh off a Las Vegas red carpet experience, Leanne Hughes sits down with legendary consultant Alan Weiss for a candid conversation about career risks, professional reinvention, and the art of strategic decision-making.
Drawing parallels between Vegas gambling and career moves, this episode delivers unexpected insights about when to hold steady and when to make bold moves in your professional life.
Whether you're contemplating a career pivot or looking to level up your impact, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on professional risk-taking.
What You'll Learn:
🎯 The crucial difference between smart risks and dangerous career gambles
💼 Why overhead kills consulting businesses (and what to do instead)
🔄 How to balance high competence with personal energy and passion
🚀 The mindset shift from "what you want to do" to "who you want to be"
📚 Strategic approaches to writing books while maintaining a consulting practice
🎯 Why staying "one step ahead" of clients isn't enough (and what to aim for instead)
🧠 The danger of "news diets" and why staying informed matters
💡 How to present yourself as truly unique rather than a commodity
🎭 The art of switching between consulting and coaching modes
📈 Why "working harder on yourself than your job" might be the wrong approach
Key Quote: "You need to pursue what you love doing that can make you money... The ideal thing is you should be making money to support the lifestyle to which you aspire and loving what you do every day." - Alan Weiss
Whether you're an independent consultant, corporate professional, or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode offers practical wisdom for making strategic career moves without gambling away your future.
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