The Highlight Of My Career
I have to say, it was the highlight of my career. The Backstory My relationship with Dr. Robert Cialdini goes back more than 20 years. I was introduced to his work when a coworker, Nancy Edwards, gave a video to me and my boss, John Petrucci. It was Cialdini presenting at Stanford’s Breakfast Briefings. I […]
Remembering Tim Kight: A Legacy of Influence and Integrity
This weekend, I learned the sad news about the passing of Tim Kight, a person who had a big impact in my professional and personal journey. Tim, the founder of Focus 3, lost his battle to cancer, leaving behind a legacy that touched countless lives, including mine. His son Brian shared on social media, “My […]
Embrace Humility to Turn Perceived Weakness into Strength
I’ve always been a fan of Adam Grant, soaking up his wisdom through his books and eagerly reading his newsletters. This week, one piece resonated deeply with me, underscoring a lesson I’ve emphasized in my role as a Cialdini trainer for years. In his piece on job interviews—In a Job Interview, This Is How to […]
That was Awkward: A Story about Reserving Judgment
A few weeks ago, I made my way to The Governor’s Cigar Lounge for our monthly gathering—whisky, cigars, and deep conversations with a couple of close friends. This tradition has become one of my favorite times of the month, a chance to connect over family, careers, aspirations, and to encourage each other’s growth. However, this […]
We’re All Marginalized and Marginalizers
In a world that often feels increasingly fragmented, I’ve been thinking about a simple, yet profound truth: we’re all marginalized, albeit in vastly different ways and to varying degrees. Every day, our news feeds are inundated with stories of division and the targeting of various communities and individuals. Aside from the blatant conscious choices, a […]
