Ferguson Values

05/18/2018

To make a positive, profitable, and persistent impact, leaders need to be BOLD.
http://fergusonvalues.com/2018/05/boldly-pick-your-purpose-by-thinking-the-unthinkable

03/13/2018

“What would make the audience say: Wow!” -- Jay Izso

Jay Izso motivates and inspires audiences by speaking on how to apply psychology to enhance both business and personal areas of life. He's known as the "Internet Doctor" and is the author of the book, "Got Social Mediology?: Using Psychology to Master Social Media for Your Business without Spendi....

03/08/2018

Speakers need to have a bank of story options. However, having your audience relate and connect to the story is almost more important than having a great story.

Meridith Elliott Powell speaks to audiences about how to succeed in business no matter what the economy does. She's the author of three books, the most recent is "Own It: Redefining Responsibility". Tips Create and participate in a community. Community makes the difference in your speaking career....

02/28/2018

Be bold!
- great tip from Robert Kennedy III, professional speaker

Robert Kennedy III helps leaders communicate more effectively with confidence, clarity, and credibility. He's the author of the book, "7 Ways To Know You Were Meant To Lead". Tips Be Bold. That's one tip Robert wished he knew when he began speaking in front of audiences. Messing up happens bec.....

02/22/2018

Listen to a unique way to calm your nerves before going on stage.

Stephen Monaco is a forward-thinking marketing strategist who speaks on innovation, strategy, marketing, and entrepreneurship. He's an IBM Futurist and author of the book, "Insightful Knowledge: An Enlightened View of Social Media Strategy and Marketing" Tips After learning all he can about the a....

02/16/2018

"Developing a key story is done on your feet and out loud" - Becky McCrary

Becky McCrary, CSP is a fun and funny motivational keynote speaker and trainer who has been called the Carol Burnett of Conventions, the Energizer Bunny in High-Heeled Shoes, a redhead Amy Poehler and Southern Sass. You'll chuckle all through this podcast! Becky is the author of "Relationship Net....

01/13/2018

Great speaking advice from Tim Moore.
"Get in early and stay late."

"Audiences will respond when you have their best interest at heart." ~ Tim Moore Tim Moore speaks with audiences about generational differences - specifically as it pertains to North America. Tips Tim Moore's podcast was filled with so many relevant and valuable tips. You'll want to take notes - ....

01/11/2018

Have you identified your top 3 values?

Posted on Jan 5, 2018 Now is the Time to Choose Your Values It’s a new year. Many focus on making the year ahead better than the last. What about you and your company? Have you identified your top 3 values? What will set you and your business apart from competitors this year? It’s time. Don’t ...

11/28/2017

Stories take your audience on a carefree ride -- Chris Daltorio

Chris Daltorio and his company New Velocity helps people become the superstar versions of themselves. He speaks to audiences on leadership and sales. In the podcast, Chris tells the story of how he moved from selling toys to starting a sales & leadership development company. Telling Stories St.....

11/27/2017

Leaders need to look critically at themselves first, at how they live the stated values. -- Bruce Clarke

Posted on Nov 24, 2017 Values in Leadership: Be Reflective of Your Best People On Their Best Day In my interview with Bruce Clarke, the president and CEO of Capital Associated Industries – or CAI as it is commonly known – he explains how the organization was formed in 1963 by a few dozen area busine...

11/22/2017

Values in Leadership: Prioritizing What’s Important
Insightful interview with Greg Woloszczuk

Posted on Nov 16, 2017 Values in Leadership: Prioritizing What’s Important Greg Woloszczuk is the co-founder and president of GWM Carolina, a management-consulting firm. He and his wife started the company in 2006. A big part of Greg’s business experience includes owning and managing three franchise...

11/08/2017

"What makes for a great story is when it's YOUR story." - Wayne Olson

Wayne Olson is an International keynote speaker, trainer, and consultant in the areas of Fundraising and Customer/Donor Relations. He's also the author of "The Disney Difference: The Complete Guide to Adding Disney-like Magic to Your Corporation or Organization". Show Vulnerability Audiences appreci...

11/01/2017

Lois Creamer says that the days of motivational speaking are over. Listen to her interview on the first podcast of Season-2 of the KEY5.

Lois Creamer works with professional/public speakers who want to get more bookings and create alternate revenue streams with their intellectual property by repurposing their content. She's the author of the book, "Book More Business: MAKE MONEY SPEAKING". What do Event Planners want from speakers? C...

10/23/2017

“Your values aren’t your values unless you’re living them.” -- Cheryl Hunter

Posted on Oct 20, 2017 Values in Leadership: Managing 3 McDonald’s Restaurants Cheryl Hunter got into the franchise business over 40 years ago, with International Dairy Queen. She then worked with the McDonald’s Corporation for 17 years, where she managed 300 restaurants and 5 departments. But after...

10/16/2017

Excited to launch new Values in Leadership series. Great interview with Mike Aman, founder of One Source Communications.

Posted on Oct 6, 2017 Values in Leadership: Interview with Mike Aman I’m pleased to present a new Business Leader Series called Values in Leadership, where I’ll share powerful insights I gleaned from interviews with successful business leaders. I welcome your comments or questions by emailing: Rober...

09/22/2017

A great reminder of what can be accomplished - even with those we dislike - when we maintain the value of .
“When you treat people with dignity and respect all the time, you can work through anything.” -- John L. Bacon

09/04/2017

Today it is possible for 5 different generations to be working in the same place at the same time, each with a different view about their work. Happy Labor Day!

Posted on Aug 30, 2017 Finding Joy In Your Work Over the past 80 years, the perception of work has shifted with each generation. Today it is possible for 5 different generations to be working in the same place at the same time, each with a different view about their work. Traditionalists or Silent G...

08/30/2017

“Safety doesn't happen by accident.” -- Author Unknown