This blog post was written by Dave Carpenter. Dave is a prolific author, inspiring speaker, and well-known consultant to professional service firms. Besides writing regularly for this blog, Dave’s writing can be seen in leading business and personal development publications. He is the creator of the Accelerate Success program which helps high performers to improve results in any aspect of one’s life, while also uniquely benefiting one’s favorite charity. You can follow … [Read more...]
“When I Stop Talking, You’ll Know I’m Dead: Useful Stories from a Persuasive Man” by Jerry Weintraub and Rich Cohen
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“No More Excuses, The Five Accountabilities for Personal and Organizational Growth” by Sam Silverstein
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This blog post was written by Dave Carpenter. Dave is a prolific author, inspiring speaker, and well-known consultant to professional service firms. Besides writing regularly for this blog, Dave’s writing can be seen in leading business and personal development publications. He is the creator of the Accelerate Success program which helps high performers to improve results in any aspect of one’s life, while also uniquely benefiting one’s favorite charity. You can follow … [Read more...]
“Blue Ocean Strategy” by W. Chan Kim and Renee’ Mauborgne
December 10, 2010 By
Regular readers of this blog know that I am a prodigious reader. And, that I write about the best of the best either on this blog and/or with my Amazon reviews. One of my favorite business books of the decade...yes of the decade...is Blue Ocean Strategy by W. Chan Kim and Renee' Mauborgne - both strategy professors at INSEAD. The thesis of the authors is that "tomorrows leading companies will succeed not by battling competitors, but by creating 'blue oceans' of … [Read more...]
“The Connectors, How the World’s Most Succesful Business People Build Relationships and Win Clients for Life” by Maribeth Kuzmeski
August 9, 2010 By
This blog post was written by Dave Carpenter. Dave is a prolific author, inspiring speaker, and well-known consultant to professional service firms. Besides writing regularly for this blog, Dave’s writing can be seen in leading business and personal development publications. He is the creator of the Accelerate Success program which helps high performers to improve results in any aspect of one’s life, while also uniquely benefiting one’s favorite charity. You can follow … [Read more...]
The Real Lesson in the Tiger Woods Tragedy
December 13, 2009 By
No, I am not going to jump on the bandwagon and add my two cents to those who choose to either castigate or support Tiger Woods. The entire situation is, for me, tragic in so many ways. Tragic for Tiger’s family. Tragic for Tiger. Tragic for the claimed paramours who are using this opportunity to claim their moment in the spotlight. Tragic for his sponsors and for the PGA Tour. And, tragic for our society which has once again demonstrated our collective fascination with the … [Read more...]
Jim Rohn’s Passing Defines Meaning of Legacy
December 5, 2009 By
The world lost a giant of a man with today's passing of author, speaker and personal development star Jim Rohn. So many of us grew up on the wisdom of Jim Rohn through his books, audios, and frequent public speeches. And, many of today's leaders of the personal growth world (e.g., Tony Robbins) got their start working with Jim. In my own case, I directly attribute to Jim my strong beliefs about the importance of creating value for others. My beliefs about creating … [Read more...]
“The Little Teal Book of Trust” by Jeffrey Gitomer
November 9, 2009 By
I love the wisdom of Jeffrey Gitomer. Jeffrey knows his stuff, writes (and speaks) in a manner that engages his audience, and shares his wisdom on important topics for business executives and entrepreneurs. Gitomer’s series of “little books” are terrific. And, none in the series are more timely and better done than his latest, this one on the subject of “trust.” The Little Teal Book of Trust is a must read. All around us, businesses and people are breaking trust … [Read more...]
