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Episode #62: Interview with Bob Burg on the Five Secrets of Genuine Influence

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 38:30


If you want to become a better influencer, listen to this interview with Bob Burg, the co-author of The-Giver series of books.Bob will share the Five Secrets of Genuine Influence, which were presented in his latest book "The Go-Giver Influencer." The 5 secrets are:Master Your Emotions.Step into the Other Person's ShoesSet the Frame. Communicate with Tact and Empathy.Let Go of Having to be Right.  If you want to know more about Bob Burg, visit his website at:www.burg.comWant to schedule a consultation call with Percy Cannon?https://calendly.com/percy-cannon/30minWant to learn more about Percy Cannon and his partners at Grupo Azimuth?https://www.grupoazimuth.com

Episode #61: How to Be a Better Leader in 2023 by Listening More and Speaking Less

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2023 6:50 Transcription Available


Today I share three concrete actions you can start working on in 2023 to help you become a better leader by listening more and speaking less. 

Episode #60: How to Become a Better Leader by Influencing Others

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2022 7:06 Transcription Available


Today, I will provide tips that can help you become a better leader by influencing others. This time I will build on the content from The Go-Giver Influencer book, written by my friend Bob Burg and John David Mann, as well as my nearly four decades of international corporate experience.

Episode #59: Three Capabilities That Can Distinguish You From Other Leaders

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2022 7:28


Today, I want to talk about three responsibilities that a leader should master. I will base them on the excellent book I recently read on this topic, CEO Excellence, written by Carolyn Dewar, Scott Keller and Vikram Malhotra, all senior partners at McKinsey & Company. 

How to Develop Teamwork Capabilities in Your Organization

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2022 7:58 Transcription Available


Today I will provide three tips on how to develop teamwork capabilities in your organization in 2022.I will also announce a new program that will help grow your employees' capabilities, and your own, across different skill sets to become more effective at work. Contact us: TalentDevelopment@grupoazimuth.com Learn more about Azimuth Talent Development ProgramConnect with Percy on LinkedIn

Episode #57: Is it Aptitude, Attitude, or Both?

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 9:44


Today I will answer the following question: Should you expect the right Aptitude, the right Attitude, or both, from your employees? Download Meta-Analysis 2022Schedule a free mentoring call with PercyConnect with Percy on LinkedIn

Episode #56: Three Trends That May Impact Your Organization In 2022

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2022 12:51


Today I will share three trends that will test your leadership, teamwork and culture skills. They are a subset of the key trends for 2022 and beyond recently gathered by my consulting partners from Grupo Azimuth and I, from more than 30 articles and studies.We discuss these trends and our sources in a report titled “2022 Meta-Analysis,” which I invite you to download here.Feel free to reach out if you have questions or if you want to discuss a particular trend or insight with potential repercussions for your organization. Download Meta-Analysis 2022Schedule a free mentoring call with PercyConnect with Percy on LinkedIn

Episode #55: What Should Your Role Be During the Transition from Remote to Hybrid or In-person Work Arrangements?

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2021 7:22


In today's podcast I pose the question: What should your role be during the transition from remote to hybrid or in-person work arrangements?Useful links:Schedule a free mentoring call with Percy:https://cannon.consulting/contact/Resources mentionedManaging TransitionsTranscript for this podcast:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-55-Final-1.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #54: How to Generate Empathy During Pandemic-related Transitions

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2021 8:14


In today's podcast I pose the question: How can you generate empathy during pandemic-related transitions?Useful links:Schedule a free mentoring call with Percy:https://cannon.consulting/contact/Resources mentionedManaging TransitionsTranscript for this podcast:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-54-Final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #53: Does Your Organization Value Profit AND People?

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2021 9:21


Today I want to pose this question: How does your organization value profit and people?Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percy:https://cannon.consulting/contact/Resources mentionedThe Hero FactorTranscript for this podcast:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-53-Final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #52: Are You Strengthening or Weakening Your Organization's Culture?

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2021 8:47


Today I want to challenge you to reflect on three instances where you could be potentially weakening your organization's culture.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percy:https://cannon.consulting/contact/Resources mentionedExtreme OwnershipTranscript for this podcast:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-52-final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

PODCAST #51: Interview with Maria Eugenia Gonzalez, General Manager of Citibank in Peru

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2021 20:36


Maria Eugenia Gonzalez, General Manager, Citibank Peru Today you will hear several insights gathered during an interview I recently conducted with Maria Eugenia Gonzalez, General Manager of Citibank in Peru, South America.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percy:https://cannon.consulting/contact/Resources mentioned:RelentlessConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #50: Three Tips to Accelerate Your Career Growth

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2021 10:44


Today I want to share three tips to accelerate your career growth. I will build on the excellent book, Relentless, written by Tim Grover.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percy:https://cannon.consulting/contact/Resources mentioned:The 6 Types of Working Genius assessmentRelentlessTranscript for this podcast:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-50-Final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #49: How to Improve Your Own and Your Team's Productivity

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2021 12:10


In today's podcast I suggest how you can apply “The 6 Types of Working Genius” model to your work, both as an individual and in your team.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percy:percy@cannon.consultinghttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Resources mentioned:Wiley's whitepaper: Closing the Virtual Teamwork Skills GapThe 6 Types of Working Genius assessmentTranscript for this podcast:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-49-Final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #48: Do You Want to Build a Culture of Effective Teamwork?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2021 10:05


Today I want to suggest three strategies to help you build a culture of effective teamwork in the still total or partial remote work environment you may be experiencing today and in the future. I will build on the recent whitepaper produced by Wiley titled Closing the Virtual Teamwork Skills Gap.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Resources mentioned:Closing the Virtual Teamwork Skills GapThe Five Dysfunctions of a TeamConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #47: Commemorating the First-Year Anniversary of The Career Accelerator Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2021 11:21


In today's episode I will commemorate the first-year anniversary of this podcast, summarizing the major topics covered in the last 12 months.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-47-Final.pdfBooks mentioned:The Go GiverThe Truth about Employee EngagementThe AdvantageConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #46: How Can You Apply “Deliberate Practice” to Your Work?

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2021 10:44


In today's podcast I invite you to apply the concept of “Deliberate Practice” to your work.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-46-Final.pdfBooks mentioned:The Discipline of Market LeadersTalent Is OverratedConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #45: Is Your Team Aligned Behind a Common Strategic Choice?

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2021 10:07


In today's podcast I invite you to choose from three different strategic options to steer your business toward market leadership.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-45-Final.pdfBooks mentioned:The Discipline of Market LeadersConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #44: How to Address “The Elephant in the Room”

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2021 8:33


Today I will share three tips that can help you identify and address the elephant in the room.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-44-Final.pdfBooks mentioned:The Obstacle is the WayConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #43: Can You Be a Philosopher and a Person of Action?

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 8:24


Today I will share three tips gathered from another great book I recently read: The Obstacle Is the Way, by Ryan Holiday.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-43-Final.pdfBooks mentioned:The Obstacle is the WayExtreme OwnershipConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #42: Leadership Tips from Two Ex-Navy Seals

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 8:09


Today I will provide three leadership tips from the excellent book Extreme Ownership, written by two ex-Navy Seals, Jocko Willink and Leif Babin.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-42-Final.pdfBook mentioned:https://www.amazon.com/Extreme-Ownership-U-S-Navy-SEALs/dp/1250067057Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #41: Should You Try Reverse Mentoring in 2021?

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021 8:46


Today I will provide tips on how you can benefit from reverse mentoring in 2021.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-41-Final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

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Episode #40: Should You Choose Culture over Talent in 2021?

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2021 8:38


Today I want to answer the question of whether you should choose culture over talent as you assess your team members' performance in 2021.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Books mentioned:You Don't Have to Be Ruthless to WinThe 6 Types of Working Genius website:www.workinggenius.comEpisode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-40-Final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #39: Should You Focus on Your Strengths or on Your Weaknesses in 2021?

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2021 11:02


Today I will cover tips on how to thrive with your strengths and manage your weaknesses in 2021.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Books mentioned:The AdvantageThe 6 Types of Working Genius website:www.workinggenius.comwww.tablegroup.comUse code ATTHETABLE to get a promotional discount on assessmentEpisode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-39-Final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #38: How to Turn Your Organization into a Competitive Advantage in 2021, Part 3

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2021 9:54


Today I will cover the last two steps that can help you turn your organization into a competitive advantage in 2021.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Books mentioned:The AdvantageEpisode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-38-Final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #37: How to Turn Your Organization into a Competitive Advantage In 2021-part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 11:44


Today I will cover the second of the four steps that can help you turn your organization into a competitive advantage in 2021.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Books mentioned:The AdvantageStart with WhyBuilt to LastEpisode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-37-Final-1.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #36: How to Turn Your Organization Into a Competitive Advantage In 2021

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 10:14


If one of your 2021 goals is to make a positive impact in your workplace, this and the next two podcasts will help you accomplish your goal!Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Book mentioned:The AdvantageThe Business ApostolateEpisode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-36-Final-1.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #35: Tips To Make 2021 Your Best Year Yet

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2021 8:53


How prepared are you to start making 2021 your best year yet, even though we are still experiencing the effects of Covid-19?Today I will share five suggestions to not only get you started off right in 2021, but to also allow you to focus throughout the year on what YOU have defined as important in YOUR life.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Book mentioned:The AdvantageThe Business ApostolateEpisode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-35-Final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #34: How to Improve the Effectiveness of Your Staff Meetings

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2020 9:34


Today I will take a deep dive into how you can achieve intellectual clarity in your team, and how this can translate into effective staff meetings.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Book mentioned:The AdvantageEpisode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-34-Final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #33: Are Your Meetings Boring and Confusing?

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2020 7:01


How do you rate your team meetings? Are you happy with the way they are run? Are they boring? Confusing? Do you want to try something different?Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-33-Final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #32: Why Do You Lead?

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 9:48


In this episode I want to help you reflect on WHY you lead.Whether you lead a company, an organization, or a small number of entry level employees, is it because you mostly see it as a reward for your past accomplishments? Or is it because you feel a responsibility to make a positive impact on the business and on the lives of those people you lead?Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Books mentioned:Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of LessThe MotiveEpisode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-32-Final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #31: What Is Essential?

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 8:11


Do you know what the difference is between an essentialist and a non-essentialist? Today I'm going to share with you three take-aways that I think could help you, and I, thrive the most at work and in our personal life, building on the three-step method outlined by Greg McKeown in his book Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Book mentioned:Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of LessEpisode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-31-Final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #30: The 6 Types of Working Genius, Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 7:12


Today I want to share how you can apply “The 6 Types of Working Genius” model, recently developed by Patrick Lencioni, to improve your team's performance.   Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Take "The 6 Types of Working Genius" assessment. Use the code ATTHETABLE at checkout for a 50% discount:www.tablegroup.comOr email Percy:percy@cannon.consultingEpisode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-30-Final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #29: The 6 Types of Working Genius, Part 1

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2020 9:34


Today I want to share with you a new model developed by Patrick Lencioni called “The 6 Types of Working Genius,” which can help you discover the gifts you bring to work. Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Take "The 6 Types of Working Genius" assessment. Use the code ATTHETABLE at checkout for a 50% discount:www.tablegroup.comOr email Percy:percy@cannon.consultingBooks mentioned:Adversaries into AlliesEpisode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-29-Final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #28: Do You Want to Become an Ultimate Influencer?

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 6:39


Today I want to talk about the five principles of Ultimate Influence™ outlined in the book Adversaries into Allies by Bob Burg, author of the sales classic, Endless Referrals and coauthor of The Go-Giver series.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Books mentioned:Adversaries into AlliesEndless ReferralsEpisode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-28-Final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #27: What's the Worst That Can Happen?

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 7:59


Today I want to share a lesson I learned a few decades ago that, since then, hashelped-me make difficult business and personal decisions.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-27-Final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #26: The Top Three Characteristics of a Successful Manager

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2020 8:32


Today I want to talk about the top three strengths I have observed in successful managers, both during my close to three decades inside the corporate world, and throughout the last ten years as an executive and team coach.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-26-Final.pdfBook mentioned:MultipliersThe Ideal Team PlayerConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #25: Tips to Become a Multiplier

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 10:48


Today you will hear three tips on how to become a multiplier, building on the excellent book from Liz Wiseman, Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter. Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-25-Final.pdfBook mentioned:MultipliersConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #24: Tips to Improve the Engagement of Your Employees during the Covid-19 Pandemic, Part 3

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 6:49


This is the last episode of a series of three, where I have shared tips that will help you, as a manager, significantly increase your employees' engagement, especially now that most or all of them are working remotely from home and may likely be experiencing a level of isolation.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-24-Final.pdfBook mentioned:The Truth About Employee EngagementConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #23: Tips to Improve Your Employees' Engagement during the Covid-19 Pandemic, Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 8:06


Today I want to share three more tips that will help you, as a manager, significantly increase your employees' engagement, especially now that most or all of them are working remotely from home and may likely be experiencing a level of isolation.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-23-Final.pdfBook mentioned:The Truth About Employee EngagementConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #22: Tips to Improve the Engagement of Your Employees during the Covid-19 Pandemic, Part 1

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 9:05


Today I want to share three tips that will help you, as a manager, significantly increase your employees' engagement, especially now that most or all of them are working remotely from home and may likely be experiencing a level of isolation.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-22-Final.pdfBook mentioned:The Truth About Employee EngagementConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #21: Is It Difficult for You to Give and Receive Feedback Remotely?

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 8:36


Today I want to share a list of ten tips on how to give and receive constructive feedback within the remote conditions most of you and your employees are experiencing.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-21-Final.pdfConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

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Episode #20: Tips to Improve Your Virtual Team's Effectiveness, Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 8:01


Today you will hear three more suggestions on how to improve a virtual team's effectiveness. These tips are tied to Patrick Lencioni's model for “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team,” which I explained in the previous episode.Useful links:Schedule a free coaching call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-20-Final.pdfBooks and talks mentioned:The Five Dysfunctions of a TeamThe Ideal Team PlayerAre You an Ideal Team Player? TEDxUniversityofNevadaConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #19: Tips to Improve Your Virtual Team's Effectiveness, Part 1

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 9:11


Today you will hear three suggestions on how to improve a virtual team's effectiveness. This is especially timely given that many teams have transitioned to working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic. My tips will build on what I have learned from the various companies and executives I've been interacting with since the lockdowns started in March. I will also leverage several elements from Patrick Lencioni's book, “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team”, a model I have successfully used with more than a dozen teams.Useful links:Schedule a free consultation with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-19-Final.pdfBooks mentioned:The Five Dysfunctions of a TeamConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #18: Interview with Jorge Montoya, Retired President from Procter & Gamble

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 27:56


Jorge Montoya, Retired P&G PresidentToday you will hear several insights from Jorge Montoya, who spent 33 years in Procter & Gamble and retired as President of P&G Latin America and President for P&G's Global Snacks and Beverages categories.Useful links:Schedule a free consultation call with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #17: Tips to Improve your Networking Results

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 9:26


Now that Covid-19 has precluded traditional face-to-face meetings, do you find harder to network? Today, I will provide four tips that can significantly improve the quality and quantity of your networking results.  I will build on my own experience, augmented by insights from expert networkers.   Useful links:Schedule a free consultation with Percyhttps://cannon.consulting/contact/Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-17-Final.pdfBooks mentioned:The Go-GiverNever Eat AloneLinkedIn UnlockedConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #16: How to Manage Difficult Career Situations

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 6:37


Today you will hear how I managed a difficult situation in my corporate career. I will share the lessons I learned both from what I had done right, and what I should have done better.I invite you to be proactive and consider applying one or more of these lessons before you experience a potentially similar moment in your corporate career. Useful links:Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-16-Final.pdfQuestions? Suggestions? Consult with Percy?https://cannon.consulting/contact/Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #15: One More Tip on How to Deliver Results Through Your Boss

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 6:07


How proactive are you to ask for your boss' help to achieve your objectives? Do not be shy about it. Today I will share one more suggestion about how you can leverage your boss to help you deliver your business results.Useful links:Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-15-Final.pdfQuestions? Suggestions? Consult with Percy?https://cannon.consulting/contact/Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #14: Interview with Bob Burg, Co-author of The Go-Giver Book Series, on How to Accelerate your Corporate Career

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2020 29:48


Bob Burg, co-author of The Go-Giver book series Today you will hear several insights related to The Go-Giver philosophy, which can help you accelerate your career growth within the corporate world. For this we have interviewed a very special guest, Bob Burg, co-author of The Go-Giver book series.Useful links:Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-14-Final-3.pdfWebsites and books mentioned in this podcastwww.burg.comWhat Got You Here Won't Get You ThereGood To GreatPsycho-CyberneticsEverybody MattersTurn the Ship Around!Questions? Suggestions? Consult with Percy?https://cannon.consulting/contact/Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #13: Tips On How To Improve The Commitment To Team Decisions

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2020 6:53


Today you will hear how, in order to achieve commitment from coworkers, it helps to provide ample opportunity to listen to their perspectives, needs and concerns. After doing so, if you are the senior person in the process, make the final decision, even if no consensus was achieved. If needed, seek Senior Management's help to address any loose ends and gain the full buy-in from all parties. And finally, remember to address the bigger issues first and not get bogged down in the smaller ones.Useful links:Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-13-Final.pdfQuestions? Suggestions? Consult with Percy?https://cannon.consulting/contact/Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

Episode #12: Tips On How To Manage Disagreements With Your Boss

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2020 7:18


How difficult is it for you to disagree with your boss? Do you stay quiet and never disagree with your manager? Or do you challenge every decision with which you are not completely in agreement?In this episode you will hear four tips to manage disagreements with your boss. Useful links:Episode transcript:http://cannon.consulting/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/SCRIPT-FOR-PODCAST-12-Final.pdfQuestions? Suggestions? Consult with Percy?https://cannon.consulting/contact/Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/percycannon

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