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Welcome to "One World in a New World," a podcast hosted by Zen Benefiel, where we navigate the intricate layers of our personal and collective journeys. Today, we're honored to have James Kerr as our special guest. James, a seasoned author and international leadership coach on the cusp of releasing his seventh book, dives deep into the heart of his writing process, sharing how it's more than just a task—it's a transformative journey. Throughout this episode, James transports us back to his formative years, recollecting profound philosophical discussions with his father, which not only nurtured his intrinsic curiosity but also grounded him in the principles of hard work, self-initiation, and authenticity. With vivid recollections, he paints the story of his first book, detailing how he defied the skepticism of peers, took a leap of faith, and witnessed the rewarding culmination of his efforts. Beyond the tales of professional success, this episode is rich with reflections on self-awareness, the courage to stand apart, and the serendipities that life presents when one is aligned with their inner truth and outer activity. If you're seeking stories of resilience, introspective insights, or simply a beacon of inspiration, today's episode with James Kerr is just the ticket. James M. Kerr, founder at Indispensable Consulting, is a long-time management consultant, vision maker and leadership coach. For nearly 30 years, he has helped his clients re-imagine the way work is organized and performed. His latest book, Indispensable: Build And Lead A Company Customers Can't Live Without is his 6th business title. Kerr is an expert in leadership, strategy, organizational design and cultural transformation. James Kerr is an opinion columnist for the CEOWORLD magazine. Follow him on Twitter or connect on LinkedIn. Join us on this intimate journey as we unearth lessons, discover passions, and celebrate the unending quest for knowledge and connection. #OneWorldNewWorld #JamesKerr #ZenBenefiel #Leadership #authorjourney Connect with James: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmkerr1/ Check out James' books: https://amzn.to/46QC0FH Visit: https://indispensable-consulting.com/ __________ One World in a New World Compilation (Year 1): https://amzn.to/3p2RaXM Web Services: https://shop.unitedwestandproductions... _______ Connect with Zen: https://linkedin.com/zenbenefiel Zen's books: https://amazon.com/author/zendor Zen's Coaching: https://BeTheDream.com Zen's CV et al: https://zenbenefiel.com The Octopus Movement (non-linear thinkers): https://theoctopusmovement.org Live and Let Live Global Peace Movement: https://liveandletlive.org
In this episode, Professor Leanne Hodson from the University of Oxford joins us to talk about her career journey from New Zealand to leading a lab researching metabolic physiology. Tune in to find out about Leanne's approach to team science, the importance of valuing people in a research group, setting expectations early in a research relationship and what sports teams can teach us about leadership. More good stuff: https://www.rdm.ox.ac.uk/people/leanne-hodson Legacy (Book) by James M Kerr - https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/18890191-legacy Jingle by Brandon Davis Artwork by Jo Dertili (@jodertili)
Our today's guest, Mr. James M Kerr helps the business leaders to do exactly the same. Let's listen to him about what does it take to become indispensable. Mr. Kerr believes in the power of being indispensable as it comes out vividly from his company name “Indispensable Consulting” and the book, “Indispensable: Build and lead a company customers can't live without.” He helps the businesses to do so by assisting in their vision statement which they try to turn into a compelling story so that the stakeholders and customers can visualize it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tbcy/support
Our newest guest today, "James (Jim) M. Kerr" is a long-time management consultant, speaker and leadership coach. For nearly 30 years, he has helped his clients re-imagine the way work is done. He is an expert in leadership, culture change and strategic execution. Written 6 books Published over 500 articles in such publications as Inc, Forbes and CEOWorld. In this episode we discuss: - His journey into becoming a leadership coach. - Some people have natural characteristics and capabilities, they are born with these skills and you can also train some people on skills they can practice and develop to improve how they gain followership. - The most important aspect of strong leadership is the desire to be a great leader. - If you want to be great at something, you put in the effort and do the work so that you become better. - There typically comes a time when an entrepreneur hangovers the reigns of her business to a professional manager. - "I think you need to be able to put yourself at some point into someone's shoes in order to be able to give them what they need to be… - There are people that take advantage of other people and the business setting is no different from anything else in life. - Empathy does not necessarily mean you can't set boundaries, it doesn't mean you can't set expectations and manage people to meet those expectations. - Coaching is an important thing for entrepreneurs. - The best leaders keep it real. - You build your thought leadership reputation through hard work. - Seek out mentors and accept their coaching. - There are four parts to resiliency: the mind part, the body part, the soul part and the community part. To get in contact with James M. Kerr find him at: https://indispensable-consulting.com/ ------------------------------------------------------ ABOUT THE HOST: I am your host Kajal Khurana - KK, Author of best selling book on Amazon, Mindset & Health Coach, Nutritionist and a Reiki Healer. I am very passionate about helping entrepreneurs achieve their desired goals faster by using tools and techniques which will help them stay energized, focused so they can feel good with their body and mind and make better business decisions. If you enjoyed the episode, if it helped you in any way, or if you had ONE aha moment, please let me know, hit the subscribe button, rate the show and leave me a review. You will make my day :). My new book is launched on amazon here is the link please grab your copy http://mybook.to/whymefirst Get the 5 hacks to escape burnouts, including free weekly planner and a bonus of free 30 minutes consultation call with me, all inside the ebook: https://bit.ly/2yfhjIH Let me know what topics you want me to cover in my future episodes at info@bodymindsolution.com Or visit my website: https://bodymindsolution.com
James M. Kerr, founder of Indispensable Consulting and author of Indispensable: Build and Lead a Company Customers Can’t Live Without, specializes in supporting inspired leaders achieve their vision for the future. He does this by co-creating solutions with them and their team of experts that enables his clients to become the company customers can't live without. The post #086 – Jim Kerr on Writing a Business Fable Book first appeared on Write Your Book in a Flash Podcast with Dan Janal.
On this episode of Talent Talk, we welcome guest Karen Robinson, VP of HR at Exemplis, about virtual work trends; and guest, James M. Kerr, Management Consultant, Author, Coach and Founder of Indispensable Consulting on building resilient culture. Tune in as Karen Robinson discusses the effectiveness of telecommuting and other aspects of a success virtual workforce. From successful personalities to being personally successful, we discuss virtual work trends and direction. Stay for the next half of the show where we discuss authenticity and resilience in leadership with James M. Kerr. Leadership is a choice and we focus on culture transformation and design within that choice. Join the talk about trust-building as a cultural dynamic. Where does trust fit into today’s corporate cultures? Let this executive enriched podcast inspire you to evaluate and grow with real stories about how real leaders are leading.
In this episode of the Iron Sharpens Iron Movement, Jim Hotaling interviews Jim Kerr, a true thought leader, he writes columns for Management-Issues and Inc. He has just completed work on his 6th book. It is called Indispensable and it provides a framework for how to become the business your customers can’t live without. Visit http://ironsharpensiron.fm for show notes and more exclusive content.
Denise Griffitts Interviews James M. Kerr A rapidly shifting and complex economy is ushering in a global restructuring of the business world. In order to keep their organizations vital for the future, executives must respond to this new commercial age by re-imaging their organizations' structures, enhancing product and service offerings, and leveraging emerging technological capabilities. Today I am speaking with James Kerr. He is is a management consultant, organizational behaviorist and partner at BlumShapiro. He specializes in strategic planning, corporate transformation, and project and program development. Consulting with many Fortune 100 firms, he has worked with diverse organizations as The Home Depot, JP Morgan Chase, Mitsui Sumitomo, IBM, and the Joint Chiefs of Staff. James is the author of The Executive Checklist (Palgrave Macmillan, 2014) as well as three other business texts. In The Executive Checklist: A Guide for Setting Direction and Managing Change, James provides a primer for how to set direction and manage change within the 21st century enterprise and he is here to share examples of new organizational concepts being implemented in businesses today and how it's helping them to be better and stay better. Today, James is going to share some great stories about his work with companies that we all know, love or loathe. Why Cigna made a critical error by letting go of its customer service employees when trying to innovateHow Dominos, Microsoft, and Nike are using gamificationPIXAR as the first office built to foster collaborationWhole Foods re-envisioning corporate culture through capped executive pay and holacracyHow Costco and Trader Joe's taking business away from Walmart
Communication Strategist and Keynote Speaker Michele Price brings you weekly access to the top minds to Master the Inner and Outer Game of business. Breakthrough Radio is a global business radio show that delivers high impact & pioneering knowledge for leaders in business. Entrepreneurs, startups, sales/marketing/IT professionals join us every Monday. THE EXECUTIVE CHECKLIST: A Guide for Setting Direction and Managing Change, James M. Kerr is our feature guest. Andrea Waltz, author Go For No and keynote speaker-Challenging your fears and commitment. Owl Spark - Rice University & Red Labs - University of Houston shares what is Bayou Startup Showcase. Follow us with hashtag #BBSradio for the up to the minute news. Ask your questions via twitter using #BBSradio. We love rewarding engagement. You are invited to visit radio show blog at www.WhoIsMichelePrice.com 6 Critical Leadership Moments
"James M. Kerr is a management consultant, organizational behaviorist and Inc.com columnist. He specializes in strategic planning, corporate transformation and project & program development. For more than 20 years, Jim has forged a different type of consulting practice – one that does its engagements “with” its clients, instead of “to” them. Whether helping larger organizations, like The Home Depot re-imagine its store operations, or advising smaller firms, like specialty insurer Jewelers Mutual open up new markets, Jim has a reputation of making a difference. A recognized thought leader, Jim continues to provide cutting edge solutions to his clients through a strong dedication to research and study. The Executive Checklist (Palgrave Macmillan, 2014) is Jim's fourth business strategy book and is available in stores, now. It is a testament to his commitment to helping leaders improve the ways in which they guide and shape their organizations.. A graduate of Bentley University located in Waltham, Massachusetts, Jim earned an M.S. degree in Management Science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute -- where he continues to teach graduate-level Strategic Planning courses in its Lally School of Management. Specialties: Strategic Planning, Organizational Engagement, Corporate Visioning, Vision Socialization, Branding, Scenario Planning, Marketing Planning, Merger Integration Oversight, Business Process Redesign, Corporate Reorganization, IT Architecture / Planning, PMO Design / Implementation, Vendor Selection / Management, Interim COO. CMO and CIO Services." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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