by Rob Jolles | Sep 23, 2011 | Coaching and Mentoring, Corporate Communications, Motivation, Sales Training
Have you ever made the mistake of asking someone, “How’s business?” and after a rather over-the-top response, mumbled to yourself, “Sorry I asked?” It’s so easy to quietly fault the somewhat obnoxious, partially arrogant, and maybe a tad egotistical response. Well,...
by Rob Jolles | Sep 16, 2011 | Coaching and Mentoring, Corporate Communications, Motivation, Sales Training
The other day, I was conducting a coaching session when a rather simple and often used phrase came up. The phrase immediately made me wince. I’ll bet you’ve heard it before. It went like this: “I told my client that, among these products on the market, this...
by Rob Jolles | Sep 9, 2011 | Coaching and Mentoring, Corporate Communications, Motivation, Self Help
As we continue to struggle with this beast of an economy, companies and organizations are still facing hiring’s and layoffs. The results can often create a kind of paranoia, and that can cloud our judgment. Let me present you with a classic case of the reason why,...
by Rob Jolles | Sep 2, 2011 | Coaching and Mentoring, Motivation, Self Help
On Thursday, I had lunch with the first manager I ever worked for. I worked for this man over 30 years ago, and although I may not have known it at the time, he was probably the best manager I ever worked for. He taught me how to sell, how to manage my time, and so...
by Rob Jolles | Aug 26, 2011 | Coaching and Mentoring, Corporate Communications, Management Training, Motivation, Self Help
I have coached and mentored many people over the course of my career, but one of the most difficult issues deals with how to manage your boss. For the sake of this BLArticle™, let’s spend our time talking about managing a difficult boss because, quite frankly, it’s...
by Rob Jolles | Aug 19, 2011 | Coaching and Mentoring, Motivation, Self Help
I’m not sure how long you’ve been sitting at your desk, wondering; “Is now the time for a dramatic change?” Everyone’s mind wanders when it comes to making startling changes and reinventing oneself. I’ve always been a fan of change, and a fan of a quote from the late...
