

Pocket Sized Pep Talks
Rob Jolles
Join professional speaker and five-time bestselling author Rob Jolles as he takes the mic to host Pocket-Sized Pep Talks! This dynamic show delivers concise, impactful messages designed to inform, entertain, inspire, and motivate. Through thought-provoking interviews with fascinating guests and Rob’s own unique commentary, listeners gain valuable insights for both personal and professional growth. Engaging conversations and thoughtful questions keep audiences coming back for more, because sometimes, the best advice comes in small but powerful doses.
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Dec 11, 2023 • 45min
Understanding The Value Of Inclusive Language
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:A basic definition of “Inclusive Language” and how it can build trust. How understanding inclusive language can connect with the sales community.Key inclusive language to gravitate to or avoid.Examples of practice exercises contained within the book to set you up for success.“What’s a fact about language you wish more people knew?” Talking is over-rated. Spaces between the words.Three key tips for people who want to make a high-impact change right away.To learn more about this guest:www.suzannewertheim.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/suzannewertheim-inclusivelanguageexpert/wertheim@worthwhileconsulting.com

Dec 6, 2023 • 5min
"This" Makes All The Difference!
In 2007, FedEx released a commercial that seemed to be an indictment against bosses that steal ideas from their underlings... but I think there's an entirely different message in that commercial. In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I'll not only tell you what that message is, I'll tell you how that message can serve us all well. Yep, it all comes down to, "this!" (Watch the episode and you'll see for yourself! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNCrMEOqHpc)

Dec 4, 2023 • 45min
You Are The Artist Of Your Life
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:Her incredible story of running away at a young age, not to join the circus, but the opera and music theater. The battle with burnout that created this shift.Steps Adria took to reinvent herself. How she found fulfillment, and how you can too!The meaning behind the title of your book, You Are the Artist of Your Life. Why she is known as the "Wise, Wild Woman!"Thoughts on how our schools can better prepare students for the lessons Adria lived and writes about. Mentors that helped her along the way.To learn more about this guest:Get Adria’s The Wise Wild Woman’s Path to Rapid Change here: https://adriafirestone.com/welcomeemail: adriabfirestone@gmail.com: website: https://adriafirestone.comhttps://linkedin.com/in/adriafirestone/

Nov 29, 2023 • 6min
Going To Your Off-Hand
It seems strange to think that the natural strengths we possess can somehow get in the way of our success. In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk I'll not only prove to you they can, I’ll tell you just what you can do about it!

Nov 27, 2023 • 43min
Inside the Mind of a Book Acquisition Editor
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:One of the magic words in publishing for editors: “Platform,” and why that's so important. What editors consider a “platform”What's more important; a great idea along with great writing, or a strong platform? Other techniques and offerings that attract publishers.The real story behind advances.The real story behind royalties.How marketing has changed over the years.Basic change in the math for books as a whole and books individually.How Neal goes about selling an author. If you would like to submit a proposal to Berrett/Koehler send your information to: submissions@bkpub.com

Nov 22, 2023 • 4min
The Three Most Important Tips To Performing
Recently, I was delivering a seminar and someone asked me a simple question; “What do you think the three most important elements of not just speaking, but performing, would be?” In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I'll give you my answer, and quite frankly, the answer is as simple as the question... and you don't have to deliver seminars to benefit from the answer!

Nov 20, 2023 • 47min
Dealing With Workplace Conflict
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:What keeps people from talking about this.Why we are experiencing more conflict now. The Four Dimensions for more constructive conflict, and what they are.A few of the GOAT phrases!The biggest sources of conflict.What you say to a micro-manager.What you say to a credit-stealer.A few of the over 300 actual phrases you can use to deescalate common workplace conflict situations, build trust, and make better decisions.To learn more about these guests:Website https://letsgrowleaders.com/Twitter @letsgrowleadersEmail info@letsgrowleaders.comLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-hurt/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidmdye/

Nov 15, 2023 • 9min
Surviving The Corporate Breakup
Being told we’re no longer wanted in business or in life can create a negative energy that follows us wherever we go. In this Pocket Sized Pep Talks I'll remind that there IS a solution. It isn't easy, but it works, and I’ll tell you what it is!

Nov 8, 2023 • 5min
The Fallacy of Jinxes
I’m a big fan of rituals and superstitions, but sometimes these quiet little customs can interfere with our effectiveness. In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk and I’ll tell you one of the biggest problems these seemingly harmless superstitions can create, and what you can do about it!

Nov 6, 2023 • 35min
The Intentional Mindset: Putting Yourself In Control Of Your Decisions
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:How your mindset and decisions can drive—or derail—your opportunities for success. How we determine our mindset.How your mindset connects to mindfulness.How your mindset connects to success.How your beliefs and biases lead you to make bad decisions on the job, and cause poor or unexpected outcomes.The four components that make up our mindset. How often WE derail ourselves or propel ourselves toward success.Mentors that helped Jane along the way.To learn more:GUEST PHONE cell: 215 813 4879 and landline: 215 661-1989 GUEST EMAIL janehfrankel@artofperformance.netGUEST WEBSITE:www.artofperformance.netSOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002532742775https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-frankel-5967027/


