Sara Blakely and Mark Cuban. To me, they embody integrity with extraordinary success. I hope to be able to have dinner with either of them one day as soon as possible.
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What would constitute a perfect day for you? by Richard Friesen
Two coaching clients who had an “ah ha” moment A lively and energetic live group meeting on an issue of money and success Playing with grandkids at a playground, then playing monster for them Romantic dinner with my wife and ……….
Read More »Which entrepreneur, living or dead, would you most like to have dinner with and why? by Dallisa Hocking
I’d love to have dinner with Gary Vaynerchuk! I appreciate his honesty, disruptive nature and renegade approach.
Read More »What skill have you developed since leaving formal education that has been most useful in your career? by Jeevita Pillai
Learning how to build relationships and connect with people from various backgrounds is a skill that I have developed since leaving formal education. It is not a skill that I set out to learn and I struggle to see it as a “skill” to be honest, but it is definitely …
Read More »To switch off from business and de-stress my go to solution is: by Neelu Kaur
MOVEMENT – Motion changes Emotions. When I need to unplug, switch my state, get out of a funk…I move. This includes a brisk walk or Yoga.
Read More »What belief do you hold about your industry that is not shared by many? by Robert Wagner
Being a YouTuber isn’t as easy as it looks. Sure anyone can make a video and upload it. But those that have tried soon can succumb to one of many creator pitfalls. Such as; Burnout from time put into editing. Writer’s block. Social backlash, “hatters” trolls, or negative reviews. I …
Read More »What is your fondest memory of something that happened in your business? by James Trevelyan
My wife is my harshest critic. In 2013 I set up the first prototype personal air conditioner (Coolzy) in our Islamabad bedroom with an indoor temperature hovering around 40C for months every year. There was a cute tent on the bed to hold the cool air in place. I showed …
Read More »How important is a sense of humour in your business? Anything too serious to be joked about? by Sarah Kalmeta
Personally I view a sense of humour critical in business. If you cannot laugh at yourself along the way then you will stagnate and get stuck. Humour is also how you can connect more with your clients – we are human and we connect through story, laughter and play! The …
Read More »Pitch your business to a complete stranger who knows nothing about your industry by Richard Friesen
When asked, I respond. “I work with entrepreneurs, professional money managers, traders, and career people who feel stuck, frustrated, and conflicted about their financial results and success.” LISTEN….LISTEN…LISTEN…I then reflect back the essence of what I heard. Once they feel heard, they talk more freely and I pay more attention …
Read More »What skill have you developed since leaving formal education that has been most useful in your career?
I would highly recommend the book “The Four Agreements” by Don Miguel Ruiz. One of my favorite sections of the book is when he discusses the principal of not taking anything personally. We’ve all heard that before, but the way he explains it was an “ah ha” moment for me. …
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