Beyond the Comfort Zone: Why Being the Smartest in the Room Holds You Back
There’s a popular saying in leadership circles: “If you’re the smartest person in the room, you’re in the wrong room.” This simple phrase carries profound wisdom, particularly for those striving to build something greater than themselves, be it a business, a community, or a legacy. But what does it truly mean? And why does it matter?
The Rockefeller Waterfall Method: Inspiration for the Circle of Growth
Named after the famous Rockefeller family, who utilized this strategy to build and maintain their generational wealth, this approach focuses on maximizing financial benefits while minimizing legal entanglements and tax implications.
Breaking the Cycle: Understanding and Overcoming Generational Curses
Generational curses are often perceived as mystical or unavoidable, a series of misfortunes passed down from one generation to the next.
Building the Perfect CRM: A Foundation for Business Success
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) is a pivotal component of modern business strategy.
Managing Human Capital: Preventing Employee Spillage
In the world of business, the term “spillage” often conjures images of supply chain disruptions, product losses, and client attrition.
The A.B.C.s of Consulting: Building a Foundation for Success
In the world of consulting, establishing a robust and engaging framework is crucial for driving meaningful connections and fostering growth. Introducing the A.B.C.s of Consulting
Discovering Purpose: The Journey of Theodore “Teddy Bear” Schiele
We all have a purpose, and living without it is merely existing. My name, Theodore, meaning “gift of God” in Greek, might seem grand, but I’ve embraced my humble beginnings as “Teddy.” Growing up in a tough town like Ferriday, Louisiana, my friends jokingly tried to give me a tougher nickname, but “Teddy Bear” stuck.
Grace in Leadership: Understanding Behavior and Mastering Nonverbal Cues
Leadership is as much about understanding people as it is about guiding them.
Problem Solver is the Key to Growth: Redefining Leadership
Leadership is often perceived through a narrow lens, typically associated with titles, positions of power, and formal roles.
Understanding Business Success: Visionary vs. Implementer
I speak freely and openly about failing in my early attempts to start a business with Underground Noize, a record label, and Realtopea, an online social club and entertainment company.
