Achieving What You Want in 2010

Happy New Year! Here we are beginning a new year and a new decade. As a result, you – like so many other people – probably decided on resolutions to reach higher heights in some area of life that matters. For instance, you might have chosen to improve your health, increase your wealth, better your relationships, or sharpen your skills.  No matter what area you picked, I wonder if you...

25 Of The Most Powerful & Influential Women in Social Media 2009

It’s time to celebrate! Please congratulate 25 of the Most Powerful & Influential Women in Social Media that were hand-picked by folks on twitter. Yes, 25! I decided to shorten this year’s list because of time constraints. Congratulations ladies and thank you for all that you do! 1. Orli Yakuel | http://www.go2web20.net/ Alexa Rank 8,579 | Linking in 1,538 2. Ann Handley |...

Ethical Influence

Back in May 2008, I interviewed E. J. “Jay” Williams, Jr., the President and Chief Executive Officer of The Jay Williams Group (TJWG), an international marketing and management consulting firm which provides services to broadcasting, media, film, corporate, government and faith-based clients. Jay has worked with clients in France, Canada, England, The Bahamas, Japan and throughout the...

Subconscious Tools of Influence

Listen to David Lorenzo, partner at the Gallup Organization and I as we discuss scientifically proven tools of influence that move people to make decisions in their best interest and yours. Enjoy! Warmly, Ron    Subconscious Tools of Influence [15:19m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (310) Enjoy it? Share it!

100 Million Dollar Negotiation and Influence Skills

video platformvideo managementvideo solutionsfree video player Last year, Mark Jankowski, Co-Founder of the Shapiro Negotiations Institute (SNI) joined me on my radio show. Mark has trained tens of thousands of people throughout the world in negotiation and influencing skills. He regularly consults clients on deals ranging above the 100 million dollar mark. He’s also the best selling author...

How Leaders Successfully Influence Subordinates Without Intimidation

Back in April of this year, I had the privilege of interviewing Mark Altman, author of “Leadership for All The Mountains You Climb While Loving the View.” During that interview I became more bonded to Mark because of his viewpoint about effective leadership. Why? He epitomes the heart of a servant leader! On Monday, I listened to that interview again and felt compelled to share it with...

Social Influence Gone Bad

After watching the video, did you say to yourself, “I would’ve stood my ground and continued giving the correct answer.” If you said that to yourself, or something similar, I’m not surprised. I’ve heard similar statements from others that have seen or heard me describe the scenario in the video. I certainly told myself with absolute certainty that’s what I would...