Pocket Sized Pep Talks

Some people still don’t understand the true value of a well-trained salesperson, but when one of the largest banks in the country doesn’t get it, that’s really disappointing. . A slick ad, a bold new café concept, and then a tagline that undercuts the very profession designed to protect customers from costly mistakes does not sit well with me!. In this quick, five-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I’ll unpack why Capital One’s “Ready to help you; not sell you” message is more harmful than helpful. You’ll hear why dismissing sales isn’t just a branding misstep; it’s a dangerous misunderstanding of what trusted professionals actually do.

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you’ll learn:A simple but important definition of “agency” and why it matters for individuals and teams.What it looks like to create “a leader in every seat” — and how that changes the way a team operates day to day.Why agency is especially important right now, and whether it’s harder to cultivate in today’s world.How “agency” differs from the more familiar idea of “empowerment.”What organizations truly gain when individuals and teams embrace agency.A look at the 10-step roadmap to unleash agency, including which steps are the toughest to implement — and a quick win to get momentum fast.Real-world examples of how unleashing agency has made a difference in organizations.The very first step to changing organizations, and practical advice for both leaders and team members who want to make an impact.To learn more about this guest:WebsiteKJCG.com 

The humble pawn may be the least valued piece on the chessboard, but it holds the potential to become the most powerful. That’s why I call it the perfect underdog; overlooked, underestimated, and yet capable of surprising everyone with what it can achieve. With the right mix of skill and luck, the pawn transforms from weakest to strongest, and there’s a lesson in that for all of us. In this quick, five-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I’ll share how the pawn’s journey mirrors our own, and why you should never underestimate what’s possible when you combine hard work with opportunity.

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:An explanation for, "strategic imperfection," and how it differs from simply lowering our standards.A concept called the “¾ baked” philosophy, what that means, and how it can be applied in a fast-paced sales environment.How strategic imperfection actually increases agility and confidence in moments where quick pivots are needed.Why Jason encourages people to look forward to failure, despite many people clinging to perfection because they’re afraid of judgment or failure. How he coaches people to move past fear and actually allow for imperfection.How using imperfection can help you to stand out in crowded markets. Some common traps that perfectionists fall into that kill creativity and productivity.One small, practical shift a listener can make today to stop overthinking and start finishing what matters. To learn more about this guest:Website: www.mclennan-design.com LinedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-mclennan-2144953/   

Perfection sounds noble, but it often becomes the single biggest roadblock to achieving our goals. Whether it’s an author rewriting chapters for years or a jobseeker endlessly reworking a résumé, the pursuit of perfection often leads to unfinished work and lost opportunities. Done, as it turns out, really is better than perfect. In this quick, five-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I’ll explain why striving for progress beats chasing perfection every time, and how adopting this mindset can help you finish what matters most.

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:Martha has worked with Ken Blanchard for more than 20 years and discusses the moment when she knew Ken’s story had to be told in full.The One Minute Manager was everywhere when it came out in the early 1980s. Martha discusses why that book became such a phenomenal success.You'll hear a story from the book that moved Martha personally.  (Rob was moved too!) What was different about working with Ken.What it means to “catch people doing things right,” and how can leaders put this into practice today.How Ken experienced deep personal loss and professional rejection, and how this tested his leadership philosophy.To learn more about this guest:https://www.linkedin.com/in/marthaclawrence/www.marthalawrence.com 

A cup of green tea may not seem like much, but it’s a reminder that small, consistent choices add up to big results. Just as we stack healthy habits to improve our well-being, we can stack professional habits to increase our odds of success. The power isn’t in one move alone; it’s in the collection of “percentage plays” we choose over time. In this quick, five-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I’ll show you how these percentage plays work not just for health, but for business, communication, and performance because it’s never just one choice that makes the difference, it’s the sum of them.

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:How this topic and book found this author.What exactly is a High Emotional Bank Account.The importance of self image and how self-image is more important than external validation.What emotional currency is and what role emotional currency plays in how we respond to failure and adversity.How someone can rebuild their emotional bank account after trauma, rejection, or burnout.How Damion's military experience shaped his understanding of leadership and emotional resilience.A beautiful thought for people who feel unseen, or unheard.To learn more about this guest:Email: drdamion.bolton@gmail.comWebsite: drdamion.bolton@gmail.com 

We’ve all had it happen: you write something that feels perfectly harmless, but the other person takes it the wrong way. A few misplaced words, or more accurately, a missing tune can completely change how your message lands. That difference between what we mean and what’s heard can make or break our communication. In this quick, five-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I’ll share a personal story that highlights how intent gets lost when the “tune” is missing. You’ll hear why both written and spoken communication need more than just the right words, and what you can do to make sure your message is received the way you intend.

In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:How an engineer does a 180 and becomes a motivational speaker and coach!When Lasada realized “common sense” alone wasn’t enough, and that he needed to create an actual framework.One of Lasada's principles is about putting principles before profits and he'll discuss why.What this looks like for someone trying to balance ambition with integrity today.Another principle he stresses is overcoming invisible barriers. Lasada shares e a specific moment where he confronted one of those barriers, and what shifted for him once you applied this principle.Relationships, whether personal, professional, or shared, are central to his book. Listen as he shares one of the six principles he feels people struggle with most in relationships, and why.How his principles give people a practical way to apply resilience when life or career setbacks hit.If a listener could only remember one of the six principles and start applying it tomorrow, Lasada picks two, (I couldn't stop him with just one), that he would want people to choose. To learn more about this guest:Websitehttps://www.lasadapippen.com/homeFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/LasadaPippenLinkedInwww.linkedin.com/in/lasada-pippen-keynoteCoachinghttps://www.lasadapippen.com/coachingYouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@LasadaPippenInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/lasadapippen/