

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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Jun 22, 2022 • 5min
Is It Bragging Or Business?
“How’s business?” Before you spit out a response, understand this is a trickier question then you may think. In this quick, five-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk you’ll get a look at a variety of responses, and perhaps gain a dose of empathy.

Jun 20, 2022 • 35min
Sales Game Changers
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:Information about the met you some years ago when you were creating the Institute for Excellence in Sales. What inspired Fred to create his podcast. Some of the 14 most common themes from his 500 + shows. Advice for sales leaders of companies who want to appear on podcasts.One that you recommend for our listeners? Make whoever you’re talking to feel important. Great Falls Lyme. Follow your passion. It finds you’1Two important lessons that can be learned from Fred's Story.Fred is also coming out with a book on Lyme disease, and Fred shared some information on this difficult, and unusual disease. For more information on this guest:https://i4esbd.com/about/leadership/

Jun 15, 2022 • 6min
Focus On What Brought You There
I think there is nothing I like more than to be pulled off into a corner of a room, presented with a business issue, and asked for advice. It’s not only fulfilling, it provides terrific Pocket Sized Pep Talk material. In this, or any economy, it's important to protect your territory, and that just what you'll be hearing a quick, five-minute story about.

Jun 13, 2022 • 39min
UnSticking Those Who Are Stuck
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talks, you'll learn:How, as the pandemic winds down and organizations reopen, the changes to the workplace.The pivot to remote and blended workforces, along with the rise of analytics and AI, and other changes have already taken place. What inspired the book the book Dr. Grady co-authored, Stuck: How to Win at Work by Understanding LossSome best practices to get people to “un-stick” and embrace and adopt change.How technology has made organizations overlook the human factor in digital transformation.“Attachment Behavior” and its relationship to change management.Does everyone have an attachment object?The concept of Transitional Objects.For more information about Dr. Grady and her work:GUEST PHONE Victoria Grady: 703.577.2741GUEST EMAILvmgrady@loeindex.comorvgrady3@gmu.eduGUEST WEBSITE:www.pivotpnt.comSOCIAL MEDIA:Facebook- Victoria Gradyhttps://twitter.com/pivotpnthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-grady-88aa6310/https://www.instagram.com/attach2change/https://www.facebook.com/pivotpnt

Jun 8, 2022 • 3min
Are You A Cadillac Or A Volvo?
Recently, a client of mine mentioned they were the, "Cadillac" of their industry. In this quick, three-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I'd like to remind you that although Cadillacs are wonderful cars, words really DO matter.

Jun 6, 2022 • 39min
Understanding Introverts
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:How Jennifer got interested in this subject. (Spoiler Alert: Jennifer is an extrovert, but her husband of close to 50 years is an introvert.)How to connect better at the workplace and create, "introvert-friendly workplaces."How introverts have been responding to working remotely.The unusual concept of “loudership."Some leadership tactics to harness introvert talents.How introverts and extroverts become, "Genius Opposites."How to make sure introverts are not forgotten in meetings.To learn more about this guest:www.jenniferkahnweiler.com

Jun 1, 2022 • 6min
The Secret Of Successful Speaking
Want to learn one of the biggest secrets of giving a presentation? Spoiler Alert: It doesn’t come from the body of the presentation. In this six-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk I’ll not only tell you where it does come from, you’ll get one more “Rob and another President” story while we’re at it!

May 30, 2022 • 32min
From Shipping Clerk To CEO
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:The ups and downs of Ted's meteoric rise, along with a few process moves learned learned along the way.Ted's ability to take initiative, advocating for the customer, and anticipating and acting on the need to create change. What makes underdogs succeed.The need to “Show you’re your teeth” from time to time to gain respect. How learning to sell as a leader can be used to your advantage. Why is selling important both internally and externally in a high-performance organization.How people determine what drives them.Why is trust is some important to success and how it is earned. How a “power walk” can revolutionize your work presence.How important mentors are in a successful career and life.Learn more about this guest at shippingclerktoceo.com

May 25, 2022 • 6min
Will You Be Ready When Luck Comes Your Way?
How in the world could a foul ball that sailed 50 feet over the crowd's head become the inspiration for a podcast? In this quick, five-minute Pocket Sized Pep Talk you'll learn three process behaviors to increase your chances when luck comes your way!

May 23, 2022 • 42min
Learning From Professional Snubs
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:• How Dr. Joseph personally overcame more than 1,500 educational and professional rejections and used them to attain landmark achievements. • How he took those dreaded rejections and embraced them. • How we constantly promote our achievements but rarely spend time addressing the lessons learned from our failures, let alone draw inspiration from them.• How creating a “rejection resume” will guide you in building a tailor-made, successful career. • Why your dream job may always be out of reach. • How to “bend the rules” to your favor. • How your time is your biggest competition. • The most valuable lesson that anyone can learn from their failures.To learn more about this guest:GUEST EMAIL: Elisee.Joseph10@gmail.comGUEST WEBSITE:https://www.drelijoseph.com/SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drelijosephFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EliseeJosephLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elijosephTwitter: https://twitter.com/DrEliJosephClubhouse: https://clubhousedb.com/user/drelijoseph


