

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 26, 2023 • 50min
Feminine Flow Versus Masculine Hustle In The Workplace
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:How women have been taught to show up in the workplace, and things we need to unlearn here. Boundaries, and lessons learned from the, "Me Too" movement. With 49% of new businesses started by woman, and some of the balance issues that need to be navigated. The challenge many women have struggling to let go and trust men.The challenges found when woman are the breadwinners.Are women emasculating men without knowing it? Learn more about this guest at: monicayateshealth.com

Jun 21, 2023 • 4min
When Good Really Is Good Enough
I was raised hearing these words: “Good is not good enough.” In this Pocket Sized Pep Talks, we'll carve into that old saying, because I understand the sentiment, and I agree with intent, but sometimes, I think there are exceptions!

Jun 19, 2023 • 29min
Creating Winning Strategies in Turbulent Economies
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:How, in a time of crisis, innovation is more important than ever. How innovation can get in the way of not what’s right for our customers, but their perception of what’s right.Alan's dislike for the terms, “return to normal” and “new normal."The definition of, and the idea behind “sentient strategy.” Alan's belief that “strategic planning” is an oxymoron. Some easy pointers to help cope in a time of volatility and disruption.The many ways that organizations can derail strategy once they move to implementation. What Alan means by “the success trap” and how to keep from falling into it.To learn more about this guest:GUEST EMAIL: alan@summitconsulting.comWEBSITE: www.alanweiss.comwww.contrarianconsulting.comSOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MillionDollarConsulting/TWITTER https://twitter.com/BentleyGTCSpeedInstagram https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanweissphdYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/alansummitconsulting

Jun 14, 2023 • 6min
The Negotiation Quagmire
The ABC’s of negotiation states, “Those who go second have the upper hand.” But what happens when you go first, your costs are high, and a counter offer never comes? In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, it’s time to call out the prospects on this one, and stand up for the vendors because if we don't, both parties lose!

Jun 7, 2023 • 5min
Lessons In How Not To Say You’re Sorry
We all make mistakes in business, and in life. The question is… how do we manage our mistakes? In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, we'll look at a simple way to be sorry in business without over-thinking it... and making matters worse!

Jun 5, 2023 • 39min
Dancing With Disruption
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:The fascinating reason why this book "found" Linda and why she wrote the book, Dancing with Disruption? A quick look at what the book is about.What is meant by looking at things through a lens of disruption. More about Linda's research, the data she collected, and some of the key lessons she learned from those who navigated a crossroad in their lives.The difference between change and transition and how these two common words differ when you’re looking through the lens of disruption. What happens when someone goes through a transformation, or in the book's words, chooses a transformative path? An inspirational story about a sightless man who believes he sees more now. Learn more at:GUEST PHONE 617-306-0216 (cell) 781-721-2261 (landline)GUEST EMAIL linda@lindarossetti.comGUEST WEBSITE:https://lindarossetti.com/SOCIAL MEDIA:https://www.facebook.com/LindaRossettiAuthorhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lindarossetti/

May 31, 2023 • 5min
The Social Media Obsession To Be Liked!
We all want to be liked. They say that it is one of our most basic needs. In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk we'll look at the fact that although we crave it, it gets a bit tricky when we beg for it!

May 29, 2023 • 37min
Going From An Outsider To Insider In Business
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, you'll learn:What Fred calls going from, “F *CK Average, Be Legendary.” Multiple tips on not just why being legendary is worth pursuing, but how.How you can turn your ideas into a business.What it takes to be a successful business owner. Come up with an idea that's good enough, and your reward is competition. Fred talks about to battle competition.How important naming, branding and positioning can be?Learn more about this guest:protrustconsulting.com

May 24, 2023 • 8min
Lessons From The Shark Tank On How You Deliver Your Message
One of the hottest reality shows on television can teach you a lot about how to influence the actions of others. In this Pocket Sized Pep Talk, I'll tell you three things you can learn about watching people present and sell on Shark Tank that you can use when it's your turn to deliver!

May 22, 2023 • 45min
The Art Of Insta-Trust
In this Pocket Sized Pep Talks, you'll learn:Larry explains why the standard quicker assessment models, DISC, Myers Briggs, don’t seem to be models he can endorse.The fact that a lot of entrepreneurs and sales people's income depends on their ability to bring in new business, and that tends to be accomplished in part by relating to prospects and colleagues. Larry tells us how!Working with others is NOT the time to show off your genius, or to hard sell, and definitely not to come off as though your time is so valuable that the person you are speaking with is a commodity. Larry pushes back on Myers Briggs, and Disc, but provides other ways to read personalities.His 4 key elements of insta-trust. How to create an emotional bond between the professional and the patient/client.How to build lasting trust from the opening moments of any meeting or conversation.How to develop a collaborative mindset and set the client at ease.The impact of social media and your online reputation.Learn more at:protrustconsulting.com


