by Rob Jolles | Feb 14, 2025 | Public Speaking, Sales Training
Am I the only one who has noticed that we all seem preoccupied with proving how smart we are? So much time seems to be devoted in laying out our expertise and credentials. Of course, it is important for a client or audience to have a basic understanding of who we...
by Rob Jolles | Jan 31, 2025 | Public Speaking, Sales Training
If you’ve read my BLArticles® or books, you know I’ve never liked the word “nervous.” It’s a useless word to me because I’ve never known anyone who performed better when nervous. I’m actually a fan of the word, “anxious.” Now, there’s a word I can get behind. When...
by Rob Jolles | Jan 24, 2025 | marketing, Motivation
I’m a talker. No news there. I’m from a family of talkers. Bump into anyone who came from the Jolles clan and you won’t question that statement either. I love teaching, motivating, and inspiring people, and I have been doing it for almost 40 years now. I have no...
by Rob Jolles | Jan 10, 2025 | Self Help
Early in life, we start to hear people tell us that we need to communicate with confidence. Sounds simple enough, but if it’s that simple, why does it remain a stumbling block for so many of us? It requires a whole lot more than reminders or criticism. Having...
by Rob Jolles | Jan 1, 2025 | Motivation
I’m a New Year’s Eve man. No doubt about it, and I’m not ashamed to admit it. What can you say about New Years Eve that isn’t positive? Christmas is a wonderful holiday, but not everyone celebrates Christmas. The same could be said for Kwanzaa, Bodhi Day, Hanukah,...
