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When I first heard the term conative, I was surprised I hadn't come across it before. After all, I live in the productivity space. But after my conversation with David Kolbe, it became clear just how crucial it is to understand this third part of the mind—especially if we want to work more naturally and avoid burnout.David is the CEO of Kolbe Corp and co-author of the book Do More, More Naturally: Empowering Effortless Success and the Freedom to Be Yourself. In this episode, we dive into how understanding your instinctive strengths—the way you naturally take action—can dramatically shift your productivity, your teamwork, and your overall approach to work and time.Six Discussion PointsWhat “conative” means and why it's a vital (and often overlooked) aspect of how we get things doneThe three parts of the mind—cognitive, affective, and conative—and how each plays a role in productivityHow to stop following one-size-fits-all productivity advice and instead lean into your natural strengthsWhat organizations can do to allow employees to operate more naturally without sacrificing excellenceWhy balance isn't about 50/50—it's about harmony and nuancePractical steps for realigning with your natural way of working when feeling stuck or exhaustedThree Connection PointsDavid's WebsiteDo More More Naturally: Empowering Effortless Success and the Freedom to Be YourselfReason plays a role in this. Give this a read if you want reason on your side.David's insights are a refreshing reminder that productivity isn't just about what we do—it's about how we instinctively do it. I walked away from this conversation with a new appreciation for nuance, individuality, and the value of building systems that work with our natural tendencies rather than against them. If you've ever felt like you're working hard but still not in flow, this episode might be just what you need.I'm trying something new with A Productive Conversation...Starting in May 2025, you'll be able to support the podcast directly—and help keep it focused, ad-free, and sustainable. Just visit https://aproductiveconversation.transistor.fm/support-apc and help shape what's next.
Send us a textWhat if peak productivity wasn't about learning new ways to do more, but about working in alignment with your natural strengths? In this episode, David Kolbe shares how to harness your innate abilities to improve performance, boost efficiency, and create lasting success in business and lifeWhat's Covered in This Episode? The surprising reason why hard work isn't always the answer to peak performance. How understanding your strengths can transform the way you work and lead. The role of the Kolbe Index in identifying your natural problem-solving style. Why productivity struggles often stem from working against your instincts—and how to fix it. How entrepreneurs and leaders can create high-performing teams by leveraging individual strengths.David Kolbe is transforming how the world understands human performance. He comes from a lineage of psychometric pioneers and is the CEO of Kolbe Corp, the leader in helping people leverage their instinctive strengths to achieve what they care about most. David helped develop the original algorithm for the Kolbe A™ Index - the only proven tool to unlock conative strengths. David's book:
What if the key to unlocking your law firm's full potential wasn't in the resumes you review but in understanding how your team is instinctively wired to take action? In this episode of The Game Changing Attorney Podcast, Michael Mogill is joined by David Kolbe, CEO of Kolbe Corp and a thought leader in conative assessments. David shares his journey from the legal field to becoming an influential figure in helping organizations understand and harness instinctive strengths through the Kolbe assessment. The discussion dives into his insights on team dynamics, revealing the potential of both professional success and personal satisfaction by understanding one's inherent strengths. Here's what you'll learn: How understanding conative strengths through the Kolbe assessment can lead to increased productivity and job satisfaction Why aligning team roles with natural inclinations reduces burnout and enhances overall firm efficiency and growth How leveraging Kolbe insights can improve both professional relationships and personal dynamics, leading to more harmonious and effective interactions This episode holds the game plan for building a cohesive, motivated, and insanely effective team — the kind of team that doesn't just help you grow, but helps you dominate your market. Want to learn more about Kolbe? Email coach@crisp.co to learn more! ---- Show Notes: 00:00 – Introduction 02:26 – David Kolbe's Journey from Lawyer to CEO 04:52 – Understanding Kolbe and the Three Parts of the Mind 09:56 – Are Your Strengths Innate or Learned? 12:48 – How Kolbe Transforms Hiring and Team Building 18:14 – Using Kolbe to Strengthen Personal Relationships 25:03 – Avoiding Burnout by Aligning Work with Your Strengths 31:33 – Leveraging Kolbe to Drive Firm Growth 46:22 – Final Thoughts and What It Means to Be a Game Changer ---- Links & Resources: Kolbe Myers-Briggs (MBTI) DiSC Predictive Index LSAT SAT EOS Florencе Mykonos AI ChatGPT ---- Listening to this episode but want to watch it? Check it out on Spotify. Do you love this podcast and want to see more game changing content? Subscribe to our YouTube channel. ---- Past guests on The Game Changing Attorney Podcast include David Goggins, John Morgan, Alex Hormozi, Randi McGinn, Kim Scott, Chris Voss, Kevin O'Leary, Laura Wasser, John Maxwell, Mark Lanier, Robert Greene, and many more. ---- If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like: 328. Sherry Stewart Deutschmann — Transform Your Business with Bold, People-First Leadership 251. Alex Hormozi — The Power of Humility in Achieving Entrepreneurial Success 279. AMMA — Building Trust Through Authentic Leadership
What happens when family dynamics intersect with business strategy? David Kolbe, CEO of Kolbe Corp, shares the highs and hurdles of taking the reins in a family business. With roots in his grandfather's Wonderlic Test and his mother's Kolbe Index, David explains how understanding instincts and strengths has shaped his leadership, his family relationships, and the way he keeps fresh ideas flowing. KEY TOPICS What happens when your boss is also your parent (or you're the parent). The real impact of job titles and why your team might care more than you think. Knowing when to pass the torch as a business founder. How to balance creative freedom with practical strategy in a family business. CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro: Defeating Bad Decision-Making in Life and Business 05:29 David Kolbe on Growing Up in a Family Business 07:51 Wonderlic Test: Its NFL Legacy and Origins 10:16 From Law to Leadership: Why David Joined Kolbe Corp 12:30 Working with Family: Lessons from the Trenches 14:54 Navigating Family Dynamics in Business Decisions 17:16 When Family Disagreements Rattle the Workplace 19:40 How Kolbe Corp Helps Leaders Leverage Strengths 22:04 When Quick Start Leaders Meet High Follow-Through Teams 24:26 Strategic Vision vs. Tactical Execution in Leadership 26:50 Why Most Businesses Aren't Built for Innovation 29:08 The Key to Selling a Business Worth Buying 31:32 Structuring Teams for Growth Without Chaos 33:52 Letting Go: How Founders Transition Leadership 36:17 When the Visionary Isn't the Business Owner 38:38 Avoiding Cultural Stagnation in Family Businesses 40:53 Building Innovation Departments That Last 43:16 When Tradition Holds a Business Back 45:37 Empowering Quick Start Talent Without Losing Control 47:59 Why Accurate Job Titles Matter for Teams 50:14 The Risk of Over-Titling Employees 52:39 Creating a Fun and Caring Workplace Culture 55:00 What “Mandatory Fun” Teaches About Leadership 57:17 David Kolbe's Decision-Making Tip for Business Owners 59:10 Key Takeaways 1:01:00 Message from the Producer CONNECT WITH US www.decidedlypodcast.com Watch this episode on YouTube Subscribe on YouTube Join us on Instagram: @decidedlypodcast Join us on Facebook Shawn's Instagram: @shawn_d_smith Sanger's Instagram: @sangersmith Thank you to Shelby Peterson of Transcend Media for editing and post-production of the Decidedly podcast. SANGER'S BOOK: A Life Rich with Significance: Transforming Your Wealth to Meaningful Impact SHAWN'S BOOK: Plateau Jumping: What to Change When Change Is What You Want MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION? At Decidedly Wealth Management, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy. LEARN MORE: www.decidedlywealth.com SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER CONNECT WITH DAVID KOLBE Website: https://www.kolbe.com/ Book “Do More More Naturally: Empowering Effortless Success and the Freedom to Be Yourself”: https://a.co/d/h8he2iG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kolbecorp TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@poweredbyinstinct Kolbe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kolbe-corp/ David's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-kolbe-b352a99/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KolbeCorp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KolbeCorp X: https://x.com/Kolbe_Corp As CEO of Kolbe Corp, David Kolbe is committed to helping people use their natural instincts to thrive. The Kolbe A™ Index helps people understand their instinctive strengths and how to use them to tackle challenges. David's all about making our instincts work for us, not against us—turning what comes naturally into real-world results that drive success at home and in business.
On this week's episode of the Beyond the Money podcast, Jackie Campbell has a great conversation with author Amy Bruske of Kolbe Corp. They discuss the importance of understanding one's unique strengths through the Kolbe Index, the significance of clarity in decision-making, and how to collaborate effectively with different personality types. Amy emphasizes that achieving goals doesn't have to be hard and that finding joy in work is essential. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced by family businesses and offers actionable steps for improvement. For more information about Amy Bruske and Kolbe Corp, please visit www.kolbe.com! For more information about Jackie Campbell or to schedule a consultation, call 352-251-1015 or visit www.mycampbellandco.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kathy Kolbe is an acclaimed theorist, best-selling author and pioneer, Kathy Kolbe was the first to prove the existence of the conative mental faculty, which causes us to act, react and interact. She has spent over 40 years collecting and analyzing conative traits to help us be ourselves. She founded Kolbe Corp, was CEO for 30 Years, and is now its Chairman Emerita. Nicole Loucks is the Vice President of Youth and Education Programs and Director of Training at Kolbe Corp, Nicole has the privilege of working directly with business leaders, educators, and students alike to help them understand their innate strengths and how to utilize them in the ways they care about most. Nicole is passionate about educational advocacy and helping children. Show Highlights Take a powerful personal assessment tool to give purpose to your leadership. Schools don't meet the needs of students with diverse learning styles. Most teachers lead with Fact Finder or Follow Through modes. Building on strengths is crucial for better employee performance and relationships. Conation vs cognition in schools. Student Aptitude Quiz provides tips and tricks for using strengths productively. Educators and parents play crucial roles in giving purpose to youth. Communication possibilities for cognitive conflicts “‘We're going to change everything.' That's super stressful for a lot of people to hear in the education field. It's all about how to communicate and deliver work collaboratively together with those differences so that you are able to reach that purpose. I don't know any educator who's gone past the first year principal or teacher or assistant who's not there because their purpose is to help kids, but you have to understand their approaches to help. Bottom line, to educators, if your purpose is to help kids learn, I think the first thing they have to help is how they learn. They need to understand themselves and how they learn best. And by helping students learn how they learn and the joy of learning, then they become purposeful in their learning. And then the teacher feels I've accomplished a goal.” -Kathy Kolbe Get the episode transcript here! Kathy Kolbe and Nicole Loucks's Resources & Contact Info: Kolbe A Assessment Student Aptitude Quiz Kids and Parenting Solutions | Kolbe.com The History of Kolbe Corp Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership. Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders. 100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills. Apply to the mastermind today! 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If you're a parent, a grandparent, a caregiver, or even a kid yourself, we've got a very important message for you! In this very special episode of Powered by Instinct, we'll share a game-changing webinar with guidance on how to empower your kids with the freedom to be themselves. You'll join Nicole Loucks, VP of Education and Youth Programs at Kolbe Corp, as she breaks down how to: 1. Help kids be more successful by leaning into their natural strengths 2. Empower youth to be creative, even when their creative approaches are different from yours…or their friends 3. Guide students through the pitfalls of school and into rewarding careers Our goal is to equip students with the knowledge they need to become productive problem solvers. This is an important message, so please pass this podcast episode on to anyone in your life who has at least one kid they care about…it can make a huge difference.
What's the number one thing keeping entrepreneurs up at night? People problems. So, we asked the President and Integrator of the company helping hundreds of thousands of entrepreneurial companies around the world how to turn their worst personnel nightmares into a dream scenario. In this conversation, you'll hear Kelly Knight of EOS Worldwide and Amy Bruske, President/Integrator of Kolbe Corp dive into the best ways to solve your biggest people issues and ensure maximum productivity from your team. You'll learn about the importance of Right People Right Seats, how building an intentional is everything, and even the power of love (yes, love) in leading your team. Stop staying up late worrying and start building the culture your people need and deserve. The path begins with this episode of Powered by Instinct! Host: Amy Bruske (3583) Guest-at-a-Glance
Everyone has natural ways in which they take action. These are measured in four areas — Fact Finder, Follow Thru, Quick Start, and Implementor — called Kolbe Action Modes®. In this episode, Kolbe experts Stephanie Clergé, Eric Herrera, and Nicole Loucks break down the Fact Finder Action Mode and discuss the different strengths within it, such as specifying, simplifying, and explaining. They provide coaching tips for each strength and address common misconceptions. They also explore how different Fact Finder strengths can work together in a workplace setting and how you can maximize your Fact Finder strength for more productivity, better communication, and improved collaboration. Join three Kolbe experts as they delve deep (and also provide an overview and essential facts) into the Fact Finder Action Mode and learn how different people naturally gather and share information. Hosts:
Knowing and leveraging your natural, innate strengths leads to greater success in work and life!Join Amy Bruske, the president of Kolbe Corp, and I as we discuss the importance of personal wiring for success. The interview provides insights into different personality assessment tools, with a focus on the Kolbe Index. Amy explains the distinct benefits of the Kolbe system and its unique approach to understanding cognitive strengths and the conative part of the mind. She also shares her personal career journey and how understanding her own Kolbe results changed her career. The conversation highlights how understanding one's personal wiring can aid in career decisions and how using systems like Kolbe can improve not only personal performance but also team dynamics and longevity in a role or career. - Joe @TitanCoach Support the show
How do you ensure you're equipped to grow as a business leader? As a family member? As a trusted member of your community? And how can you help others do the same? In this episode, Stephanie Clergé, VP of People and Product Development at Kolbe Corp, and Rob Castaneda, Founder and CEO of ServiceRocket, discuss how to infuse Kolbe Wisdom™ into a business in in ways that will empower team members and clients alike. Rob shares his experience with taking the Kolbe A™ Index and how it has helped him understand himself and others better. Learn how ServiceRocket has integrated Kolbe into their hiring process and the use of technology to support their people operations, how they have fostered a diversity of strengths on their teams, and the value empowering “Rocketeers” to learn and grow has added for everyone involved. Guest-at-a-Glance
Kolbe Corp annually honors the organizations that display exceptional creativity and leadership when it comes to the use of conation and Kolbe Wisdom™. The award honoring organizational leadership in building conative excellence, called the Kolbe Enterprise Award, is our way of signaling that a strengths-based business is doing incredible work using their knowledge of instinctive strengths and application of that knowledge. In this episode of Powered by Instinct, host Toby Phillips engages with Kolbe Certified™ Consultants representing two of the finalists for the Kolbe Enterprise Award and dives into the integration of the Kolbe System™ within their organizations. The episode features insightful conversations with Shara Wokal and Clare Willson from Riff Creative, along with Hillary Snyder from Riverstone Communities. They all discuss their experiences and strategies in implementing the Kolbe principles for organizational development and team building, the impact Kolbe has had within throughout their organization and for their clients, and where they see their future with Kolbe. If you're interested in learning what Kolbe can do for your organization and how you can be a part of it, this episode is an invaluable resource with a ton of practical ideas to help take your business to the next level. Guest-at-a-Glance
Every year, Kolbe Corp honors the individuals who display exceptional creativity and leadership when it comes to the use of conation and Kolbe Wisdom™. The award honoring individual leadership in building conative excellence, called the Kolbe Professional Award, is always hotly contested due to the wealth of incredible Kolbe Certified™ Consultants doing incredible work. In this episode of Powered by Instinct, host Toby Phillips engages with the three finalists for the Kolbe Professional Award. Sarah Gillet Couto shares her transformative journey from banking to coaching, highlighting how Kolbe's theory reshaped her career and personal understanding. Morgan Hutchings and Shawn Gulyas contribute their expertise, discussing the impact of conative theory in team productivity and leadership. They dive into the nuances of conative stress and its management, offering insights into workplace dynamics and personal growth. Listeners will gain a deeper appreciation for the Kolbe theory's practical applications, as each guest reveals how it empowers individuals and teams to harness their innate strengths while sharing the insights that got them recognized for their excellence. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone looking to enhance their work with Kolbe, as well as for those who just want to learn more about the power of understanding their instincts.
How do you travel for 17 days across 16 states with your family of 4 in a cramped vehicle and live to tell the tale? If you're Tashyna Wingo, Director of Operations at Kolbe Corp, you survive by understanding and accounting for everyone's instinctive needs! In this episode, Tashyna recounts her 5,800 mile long “great American family road trip” in a conversation with Nicole Loucks, VP of Youth & Education Programs at Kolbe. They delve into the dynamics of a family road trip, highlighting the unique ways each family member's instinctive strengths played out during the journey and how Tashyna managed to navigate those strengths and keep everyone happy. They also cover some Kolbe resources and ideas that are helpful for families in general. If you're looking for insights into how to better support the loved ones in your life (and who isn't), this is the Powered by Instinct episode for you! Guest-at-a-Glance
Amy Bruske with Kolbe Corp and Dana Anspach with Sensible Money Kolbe Corp, a Phoenix-based company, provides consulting, software, and assessments to help people identify their instinctive talents, develop their confidence, and use their innate abilities to succeed in business and their personal lives. For more than 45 years, the Kolbe System has been used […]
Amy Bruske with Kolbe Corp and Dana Anspach with Sensible Money Kolbe Corp, a Phoenix-based company, provides consulting, software, and assessments to help people identify their instinctive talents, develop their confidence, and use their innate abilities to succeed in business and their personal lives. For more than 45 years, the Kolbe System has been used […] The post Amy Bruske with Kolbe Corp and Dana Anspach with Sensible Money appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
Action Starters are a series of shorts from the Powered by Instinct podcast. These are bite-sized clips with easily accessible knowledge for you to enjoy.This clip comes from the very first episode of Powered by Instinct, where we asked acclaimed theorist and founder of Kolbe Corp, Kathy Kolbe, a very important question:What separates successful teams from teams that struggle?Kathy shared a story about how she was able to identify which of three teams within a corporation was the most effective, simply by looking at their Kolbe results."You need a diversity of problem-solving in order to have a successful team. I think what's brilliant is to be able to measure the strengths of individuals, but then plot them in a team and to figure out who should be collaborating together. And then, as a leader, to anticipate where your team's gonna struggle." - Kathy Kolbe
If you're interested in becoming a coach, taking your consulting to the next level, becoming the Kolbe expert in your organization, or just learning everything you can about how individuals and teams naturally operate to the best of their abilities, this is a can't miss conversation. Why should you be a Kolbe Certified™ Consultant?: The answers are too numerous and varied to share in one podcast episode, but Amy Bruske and Stephanie Clergé do their best to hit as many highlights as possible in this informative and engaging episode. Learn about Stephanie's path from an ultimately unfulfilling career to an incredible coach, how she discovered Kolbe as the missing solution to client needs, and all the lessons she's learned on the way to becoming a Kolbe Expert and indispensable part of the Kolbe Corp team. Amy and Stephanie delve into the power of the Kolbe System™ and what it offers Kolbe Consultants. They also discuss innovative ways they've seen Kolbe Consultants impact the business world and individual clients alike, and how Kolbe's continuous education and on-demand learning resources provide consultants with the tools to support their clients on a deeper level. Guest-at-a-Glance
The Real Estate InvestHER Show with Elizabeth Faircloth and Andresa Guidelli
Welcome Ladies to The Real Estate InvestHER Show! On today's episode, our co-hosts Liz and Andresa are joined by Amy Bruske! Amy is Principal, President, and Integrator at Kolbe Corp. An expert in HR consulting and leadership development, she is driven by, and dedicated to, changing people's lives by helping them harness their instinctive strengths. Amy is one of only three Senior Master Consultants in the Kolbe Concept™— the authoritative theory for human instinct and performance. Amy is trusted by clients in many industries and is a sought-after speaker for Fortune 500 companies, associations, and entrepreneurial startups. She co-authored the groundbreaking family business guidebook business is Business with Kathy Kolbe, and she routinely dedicates time to mentorship in her Arizona community while serving as Chairman of the Center for Conative Abilities. Join this conversation as Amy discuss the importance of understanding one's strengths and instincts in order to build a successful real estate empire. Amy dives into her own journey of discovering her true self and how it has led to success. She provides an exercise for listeners to help them center themselves and focus their energy on where they should be focusing. They also discuss the idea of prioritizing mental energy in order to find freedom and joy in one's work. Additionally, they explore the importance of changing our mindset when it comes to balancing work and life by accepting that there is no perfect balance and taking time for ourselves. Amy's conversation encourages us to be mindful of each other's strengths and weaknesses, embrace our innate traits, get clear on what success looks like before starting any project, use our strengths as a way to reach excellence with freedom, collaborate outside our usual circle, understand our own needs first, and give ourselves grace during difficult times. Ladies, this episode will guide us through how understanding oneself can set one up for success! Quotes · “I define success as the freedom to be yourself”. (05:50 - 05:53)· “No more resolutions to try and change yourself. If there's a goal you want to achieve, that's excellent. you need to get there in a way that's most natural for you”. (15:13 - 15:22)· “There's no one right way to get things done, no good or bad results. It's just a matter of tapping into that and figuring it out”. (21:33 - 21:41)· “I think it's human nature that if you don't really know enough about things in other people, you are going and try to help people. We want everyone to be just like us, like “Here's how I've been successful, so let me help you”. (26:14 - 26:31)· “You can't find the freedom of yourself until you've got some other people that can take on some of your workloads, even if it's just helping in some decision making”. (33:09 - 33:16)· “it's not about work-life balance, it's about work-life integration. If we can all just first accept that reality. There is no balance. It's going to integrate. And sometimes one is going to get more of my energy than the other”. (34:24 - 34:38) Connect with Amy:Website: https://kolbe.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amybruskeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/a_bruske/?hl=en Resources Mentioned: · Think Again by Adam Grant· Business is Business by Amy Bruske and Kathy Kolbe How To Join the InvestHER Movement 1) InvestHER CON 2023 HOLIDAY EDITION!*Get a ticket to IC2023 and receive access to the 2022 recordings immediately!· How to spot a good deal from a bad deal? - Kim Kiyosaki + HANDOUT· Why 10x Is Easier Than 2x - Shannon Waller + HANDOUT· And much MORE! 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Welcome Ladies to The Real Estate InvestHER Show! On today's episode, our co-hosts Liz and Andresa are joined by Amy Bruske! Amy is Principal, President, and Integrator at Kolbe Corp. An expert in HR consulting and leadership development, she is driven by, and dedicated to, changing people's lives by helping them harness their instinctive strengths. Amy is one of only three Senior Master Consultants in the Kolbe Concept™— the authoritative theory for human instinct and performance. Amy is trusted by clients in many industries and is a sought-after speaker for Fortune 500 companies, associations, and entrepreneurial startups. She co-authored the groundbreaking family business guidebook business is Business with Kathy Kolbe, and she routinely dedicates time to mentorship in her Arizona community while serving as Chairman of the Center for Conative Abilities. Join this conversation as Amy discuss the importance of understanding one's strengths and instincts in order to build a successful real estate empire. Amy dives into her own journey of discovering her true self and how it has led to success. She provides an exercise for listeners to help them center themselves and focus their energy on where they should be focusing. They also discuss the idea of prioritizing mental energy in order to find freedom and joy in one's work. Additionally, they explore the importance of changing our mindset when it comes to balancing work and life by accepting that there is no perfect balance and taking time for ourselves. Amy's conversation encourages us to be mindful of each other's strengths and weaknesses, embrace our innate traits, get clear on what success looks like before starting any project, use our strengths as a way to reach excellence with freedom, collaborate outside our usual circle, understand our own needs first, and give ourselves grace during difficult times. Ladies, this episode will guide us through how understanding oneself can set one up for success! Quotes · “I define success as the freedom to be yourself”. (05:50 - 05:53) · “No more resolutions to try and change yourself. If there's a goal you want to achieve, that's excellent. you need to get there in a way that's most natural for you”. (15:13 - 15:22) · “There's no one right way to get things done, no good or bad results. It's just a matter of tapping into that and figuring it out”. (21:33 - 21:41) · “I think it's human nature that if you don't really know enough about things in other people, you are going and try to help people. We want everyone to be just like us, like “Here's how I've been successful, so let me help you”. (26:14 - 26:31) · “You can't find the freedom of yourself until you've got some other people that can take on some of your workloads, even if it's just helping in some decision making”. (33:09 - 33:16) · “it's not about work-life balance, it's about work-life integration. If we can all just first accept that reality. There is no balance. It's going to integrate. And sometimes one is going to get more of my energy than the other”. (34:24 - 34:38) Connect with Amy: Website: https://kolbe.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amybruske Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a_bruske/?hl=en Resources Mentioned: · Think Again by Adam Grant · Business is Business by Amy Bruske and Kathy Kolbe How To Join the InvestHER Movement 1) InvestHER CON 2023 HOLIDAY EDITION!* Get a ticket to IC2023 and receive access to the 2022 recordings immediately! · How to spot a good deal from a bad deal? - Kim Kiyosaki + HANDOUT · Why 10x Is Easier Than 2x - Shannon Waller + HANDOUT · And much MORE! 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The Kolbe A™ Index is the only assessment that measure how you instinctively take action. When find out your MO and first see your 4 numbers and colorful bar chart, it's normal to focus almost entirely on that result. But there's so much more to it. In this episode of Powered by Instinct, Kolbe Corp's Stephanie Clergé and Eric Herrera go through their Kolbe A Index results and customized 18-page report, discussing tips, insights, and resources available throughout. It's a great resource to learn more about your instinctive strengths and how to utilize them. So join us as we break down the many benefits available in your Kolbe A Index report. Guests-at-a-Glance
Join us for a special episode that will give you TANGIBLE and CONCISE DECISION-MAKING TIPS to help you enter 2023 with CLARITY! This episode combines advice from our skilled guests, pulled from 2022's episodes. See the timestamps below to find links to each full episode. 01:08-3:45 – Ep.19 I Dr. Celeste Holbrook, Sex Therapist: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/48257562/download.mp3 03:50-05:47 - Ep.20 I Dr. Emily Oster, Professor of Economics at Brown University: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/48357122/download.mp3 05:51-07:18 - Ep.21 I The Truth Sisters I Lena Sisco & Elly Johnson, Body Language Experts: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/48445769/download.mp3 07:23-11:28 - Ep.24 I Ryan Goulart, Neuroscience Expert from Think2Perform: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/48749050/download.mp3 11:32-13:53 - Ep.29 I Fotini Iconomopoulos, Negotiator: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/49159015/download.mp3 13:58-15:42 - Ep.37 I Dr. James Langabeer, Decision Scientist: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/49836464/download.mp3 15:46-18:25 - Ep.38 I Jen Clinehens, Behavioral Science Expert: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/49927485/download.mp3 18:29-21:54 - Ep.40 I Col. Martha McSally, First Female Fighter Pilot: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/50111005/download.mp3 21:59-23:13 - Ep.48 I Prof. Wendy Wood, Behavioral Scientist: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/50796238/download.mp3 23:17-25:07 - Ep.50 I Emily Sanders, Psychotherapist: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/50909350/download.mp3 25:11-27:02 - Ep.53 I Aaron Bare, Strategic Leadership Facilitator: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/51132574/download.mp3 27:07-28:44 - Ep.54 I Dandapani, Hindu Priest and Former Monk: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/51234904/download.mp3 28:48-32:19 - Ep.63 I Dr. Nika Kabiri, Decision Scientist: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/51768117/download.mp3 32:24-34:34 - Ep.66 I Rich Diviney, Retired Navy SEAL: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/52089767/download.mp3 34:38-36:05 - Ep.68 I Amy Bruske, President of Kolbe Corp.: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/52214150/download.mp3 CONNECT WITH UShttps://decidedlypodcast.com/Instagram: @decidedlypodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decidedlypodcastShawn's Instagram: @shawn_d_smith Sanger's Instagram: @sangersmith MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION?At Decidedly Wealth Management, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy.LEARN MORE: www.decidedlywealth.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/decidedlywealth/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DecidedlyWealth/ Subscribe to our newsletter for weekly decision-making tips: https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001aeU_pPBHJPNJWJBdVbaci6bjGIuEJurH12xHBWDEVT_NxyCadMd7wLSZjcEZglkSjDjehuIbTHD8nABOIdV69ctfYpSzg24RCIytetBUrlIPPKgaGzjGZ8DkM0Wp1LMjbErcYUur7PbZGjeVo4gyXlz821AoJGZR Join us every Wednesday for more strategies to DEFEAT bad decision-making - one episode at a time!
WANT THE FULL EPISODE? Check out yesterday's episode, or download it directly using this link: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/52214150/download.mp3You don't have to change who you are to make great decisions. Operate in your own strengths! Amy Bruske, President of Kolbe Corp., joins Decidedly to discuss conation – how people take action based on their innate instincts. KEY TOPICSRecognizing how you define successCapitalizing on your strengthsKnowing the reasons for your actionsTeaching people how to interact with youCONNECT WITH UShttps://decidedlypodcast.com/Instagram: @decidedlypodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decidedlypodcastShawn's Instagram: @shawn_d_smith Sanger's Instagram: @sangersmith MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION?At Decidedly Wealth Management, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy.LEARN MORE: www.decidedlywealth.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/decidedlywealth/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DecidedlyWealth/ Subscribe to our newsletter for weekly decision-making tips: https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001aeU_pPBHJPNJWJBdVbaci6bjGIuEJurH12xHBWDEVT_NxyCadMd7wLSZjcEZglkSjDjehuIbTHD8nABOIdV69ctfYpSzg24RCIytetBUrlIPPKgaGzjGZ8DkM0Wp1LMjbErcYUur7PbZGjeVo4gyXlz821AoJGZR Join us every Wednesday for more strategies to DEFEAT bad decision-making - one episode at a time! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEKathy Kolbe's books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kathy-Kolbe/author/B01MUH3GG1?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueThe Wonderlic Test: https://www.wonderlictestprep.com/what-is-the-wonderlic-test CONNECT WITH AMY BRUSKEThe Powered by Instinct podcast: https://poweredbyinstinct.com/Website: https://www.kolbe.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KolbeCorpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amybruske/ Amy Bruske is a sought-after speaker for Fortune 500 companies, associations, and entrepreneurial organizations in a variety of industries, and a Principal and President of Kolbe Corp. Specializing in HR consulting and leadership development, she is one of the company's three Senior Master Consultants and is also in demand for executive coaching and team building for a wide range of businesses around the world. Currently, Amy is publishing a book on successful family owned businesses.Amy was named the Small Business Owner of the year by the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), Phoenix Chapter in 2012. Amy is also Chairman of the Board for Kolbe's non-profit arm, The Center for Conative Abilities which focuses on research for health and education initiatives. She is a committee chair for the Board of Directors for NAWBO, and a member of the Women Presidents' Organization, the International Women's Forum (Arizona chapter), and the Strategic Coach Program.Amy has mentored countless business leaders over the years. She is currently focused on formal mentorship programs for women business owners and is a community panel member for the Young Entrepreneurs' Academy.Before coming to Kolbe, Amy was a senior leader at Jenny Craig Inc., where she coached and trained franchise owners. She also was the East Coast Divisional Supervisor of Sales Training and an operations specialist. Her early career included assisting major advertising clients with conducting focus groups.Although born in Argentina, Amy considers herself an Arizona native. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Loyola Marymount University. She is married to Jim Bruske, a retired professional baseball player now working in real estate, and has two very active children to keep her busy away from the office. Amy is an avid reader and enjoys keeping fit and dedicating time to children's causes.
You don't have to change who you are to make great decisions. Operate in your own strengths! Amy Bruske, President of Kolbe Corp., joins Decidedly to discuss conation – how people take action based on their innate instincts. KEY TOPICSRecognizing how you define successCapitalizing on your strengthsKnowing the reasons for your actionsTeaching people how to interact with youDON'T HAVE TIME FOR THE FULL EPISODE? Check out tomorrow's episode for the 15-minute highlights of this conversation. Or, use this link to download it directly: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/52249114/download.mp3 CONNECT WITH UShttps://decidedlypodcast.com/Instagram: @decidedlypodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decidedlypodcastShawn's Instagram: @shawn_d_smith Sanger's Instagram: @sangersmith MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION?At Decidedly Wealth Management, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy.LEARN MORE: www.decidedlywealth.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/decidedlywealth/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DecidedlyWealth/ Subscribe to our newsletter for weekly decision-making tips: https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001aeU_pPBHJPNJWJBdVbaci6bjGIuEJurH12xHBWDEVT_NxyCadMd7wLSZjcEZglkSjDjehuIbTHD8nABOIdV69ctfYpSzg24RCIytetBUrlIPPKgaGzjGZ8DkM0Wp1LMjbErcYUur7PbZGjeVo4gyXlz821AoJGZR Join us every Wednesday for more strategies to DEFEAT bad decision-making - one episode at a time! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEKathy Kolbe's books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kathy-Kolbe/author/B01MUH3GG1?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueThe Wonderlic Test: https://www.wonderlictestprep.com/what-is-the-wonderlic-test CONNECT WITH AMY BRUSKEThe Powered by Instinct podcast: https://poweredbyinstinct.com/Website: https://www.kolbe.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KolbeCorpLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amybruske/ Amy Bruske is a sought-after speaker for Fortune 500 companies, associations, and entrepreneurial organizations in a variety of industries, and a Principal and President of Kolbe Corp. Specializing in HR consulting and leadership development, she is one of the company's three Senior Master Consultants and is also in demand for executive coaching and team building for a wide range of businesses around the world. Currently, Amy is publishing a book on successful family owned businesses.Amy was named the Small Business Owner of the year by the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), Phoenix Chapter in 2012. Amy is also Chairman of the Board for Kolbe's non-profit arm, The Center for Conative Abilities which focuses on research for health and education initiatives. She is a committee chair for the Board of Directors for NAWBO, and a member of the Women Presidents' Organization, the International Women's Forum (Arizona chapter), and the Strategic Coach Program.Amy has mentored countless business leaders over the years. She is currently focused on formal mentorship programs for women business owners and is a community panel member for the Young Entrepreneurs' Academy.Before coming to Kolbe, Amy was a senior leader at Jenny Craig Inc., where she coached and trained franchise owners. She also was the East Coast Divisional Supervisor of Sales Training and an operations specialist. Her early career included assisting major advertising clients with conducting focus groups.Although born in Argentina, Amy considers herself an Arizona native. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Loyola Marymount University. She is married to Jim Bruske, a retired professional baseball player now working in real estate, and has two very active children to keep her busy away from the office. Amy is an avid reader and enjoys keeping fit and dedicating time to children's causes.
In this episode of Powered by Instinct, Amy Bruske and David Kolbe, the President and CEO of Kolbe Corp, respectively, discuss what it means to be an effective leader in modern times. They do so by asking questions every manager should ask themselves: Do you spend the majority of my time working in ways that energize you versus on tasks that drain you? Do you impose my way of doing things on others? Do you know how each person on your team solves problems? Do you know how to strategically group people together to solve problems and get desired results? Do you effectively help each member of your team minimize stress in their position? As your company grows, are you confident in your ability to create or redesign roles for the future? Follow along to see how your answers these essential challenges compare with Amy and David's experiences, and to learn how you can grow as a strengths-based leader! Hosts-at-a-Glance Names: David Kolbe and Amy Bruske What they do: David is the CEO of Kolbe Corp and Amy is the President of Kolbe Corp. Company: Kolbe Corp Noteworthy: Amy is one of Kolbe Corp's three senior master consultants. She is a sought-after speaker for Fortune 500 companies, associations, and entrepreneurial organizations in various industries. David works to empower individuals, businesses, and non-profits to use conative strengths in the ways they care about most. His combined experiences as a Legislative Director, lawyer, and CEO, while being a husband and father of four, bring an unusually interesting perspective to his work and presentations. Where to find Amy: LinkedIn Where to find David: LinkedIn Podcast Insights
David Kolbe and Amy Bruske of Kolbe Corp dive into the details of building a complementary Visionary/Integrator™ Duo.
Are you ready to use your natural instincts to improve your business, your team, your career and — your life?! Listen to THIS episode for pro tips that will set you up for sustained success. Welcome to the 10th episode of Powered by Instinct. In the previous nine episodes, we talked with Kolbe experts, CEOs, and entrepreneurs about hiring, onboarding, employee engagement, company culture, and how the Kolbe A™ Index helps improve these processes. You'll find answers to the following questions, and much more: What is the Kolbe A Index? What assessments should I be taking, and should I combine them with Kolbe? Why should I use Kolbe for hiring? How can Kolbe help me build and maintain an engaged culture? What has Kolbe done for other businesses and individuals, and how can it do the same for me? This episode is chock-full of information, innovation, and insight to help you take your business, your team, and your career to new levels, powered by instincts. Podcast Insights
EOS Worldwide helps entrepreneurs live their ideal life. One of the ways EOS Implementers™ and companies running on EOS accomplish this is through the use of Kolbe assessments and solutions. Likewise, Kolbe Corp proudly runs on EOS to help others use their instinctive strengths to accomplish what they care about most. So, why not get two visionaries together to help provide more insight for everyone about the people part of business? In this episode of the Powered by Instinct podcast, Kolbe Corp CEO and Visionary David Kolbe welcomes Mark O'Donnell, the CEO of and Visionary at EOS Worldwide. They talk about how the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) prepares you for tough times, why culture beats strategy, how EOS utilizes Kolbe and vice-versa, and why fun-loving teams are more productive. Guest-at-a-Glance
There is no shortage of assessments on the market, and for good reason. Team leaders know how vital understanding their people is to boosting engagement and retention. But it's not enough to use assessments; you need to use the right ones for your company's needs. You've heard of assessments like the Kolbe Index, DiSC, Predictive Index, and Clifton Strengths. But, do you have a true appreciation for how they can help your team and what other issues may still be in play afterwards? Fear not, because we're here to make sense of it all and help set your team up for sustained success. In this episode of Powered by Instinct, host Eric Herrera welcomes Stephanie Clergé, the VP of Training and Consulting at Kolbe Corp. The two discuss the three parts of the mind and the various assessments used for each. They also touch upon The Kolbe System™ and what differentiates it from other programs. Finally, they explain how organizations can use these assessments to reduce stress, improve collaboration, and increase productivity. Guest-at-a-Glance Name: Stephanie Clergé What she does: Stephanie is the VP of Training and Consulting at Kolbe Corp. Company: Kolbe Corp Noteworthy: Stephanie's areas of ease, energy and excellence: Speaking, Training, Executive and Leadership Coaching, Instructional Design, Manager and New Manager Coaching, Career Coaching, Outplacement Coaching, Leadership, and Team Training and Consulting, etc. Where to find Stephanie: LinkedIn Podcast Insights
Companies want productive and engaged employees. But not many know when and how to work on employee engagement. First, it is critical to understand that employee engagement depends on their day-to-day role. After all, those who connect with their job are more motivated to work toward the company's goals. In this episode of Powered by Instinct, Amy Bruske, the President of the Kolbe Corp, joins host Stephanie Clergé to consider what makes for an engaged culture. The two discuss why it is critical to identify employees' strengths and align them with roles within your organization and why employee engagement starts with the hiring process. Guest-at-a-Glance Name: Amy Bruske What she does: Amy is the President of Kolbe Corp. Company: Kolbe Corp Noteworthy: Amy is one of the company's three Senior Master Consultants. She is also in demand for executive coaching and team building by a wide range of businesses worldwide. Where to find Amy: LinkedIn Podcast Insights
Today, it's not enough to hire the job candidate who interviews the best. If you want a long-term answer, you need to find the best fit for your company and the best fit for the role. It helps to examine a candidate's resume (education and experience) and evaluate their personality to ensure that the company's values match the candidate's values. But there's a third piece, a dimension often overlooked but as vital as the previous two: how a candidate naturally does things, approaches tasks, analyzes, and completes assignments — the conative part of the mind. In this episode of Powered by Instinct, Amy Bruske, the President of Kolbe Corp, joins our host Eric Herrera to discuss the role Kolbe plays in successful recruitment, hiring strategies, and onboarding, and how to successfully implement the hiring cheat code to reduce the many costs of turnover. Guest-at-a-Glance Name: Amy Bruske What she does: Amy is the President of Kolbe Corp. Company: Kolbe Corp Noteworthy: Amy is one of the company's three Senior Master Consultants. She is also in demand for executive coaching and team building for a wide range of businesses worldwide. Where to find Amy: LinkedIn Podcast Insights
Episode Summary The ideal work setting involves people getting along and working towards a shared goal. But not everyone approaches tasks the same way — even people in the same roles. Many businesses succeed because their management knows that diversity is vital. You don't want to form a team of look-alikes; you want different perspectives and personalities to drive your business growth. It's often challenging, especially for employees, to collaborate with people who don't use the same work methods. But just because someone approaches a task differently than you doesn't mean their approach is wrong. It probably just means they have a different working style. In this episode of Powered by Instinct, Kolbe Corp VP of Sales Eric Herrera chats with Stephanie Clergé, the VP of Training and Consulting at Kolbe Corp. The two discuss the Kolbe Comparisons: A to A™ report and how it helps organizations understand their workforce and coworkers understand each other. This allows them to establish and compare each other's strengths and make the most out of them. Eric and Stephanie use real-life examples to illustrate this. They compare their coworkers' Kolbe A™ indexes and explain why these individuals are in their particular role, what the result says about their strengths, and how they all — despite being more or less different — work with each other successfully. Guest-at-a-Glance Name: Stephanie Clergé What she does: Stephanie is the VP of Training and Consulting at Kolbe Corp. Company: Kolbe Corp Noteworthy: Stephanie works with Kolbe Certified™ Consultants — individuals who are trained to work with Kolbe solutions. ''What I love doing and get a chance to do every day is training for some of our clients. My goal is to make sure that folks using Kolbe have the information they need to do it well and apply it to whatever they care about the most.'' Where to find Stephanie: LinkedIn Podcast Insights
Episode SummaryKathy Kolbe's vast experiences led her to believe a simple yet profound statement: Every person on this planet is unique and capable of achieving incredible things.So she developed a theory. And then, she proved it. Kathy is an acclaimed theorist, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and educator. She's also the creator of the Kolbe A™ Index, the only valid and reliable assessment tool for measuring an individual's method of operation (MO) within the conative faculty of the brain.In the first episode of the Powered by Instinct podcast, Kathy Kolbe and host Amy Bruske discuss the Kolbe A™ Index, its Action Modes, the benefits such an assessment brings to businesses and schools, and how it can improve our personal and professional lives. Take the Kolbe A Index at Kolbe.comGuest-at-a-Glance
Kathy Kolbe is the world's leading authority on human instincts. Her groundbreaking work has enabled thousands to find careers that they not only love, but excel at as well. Kolbe has been called Maslow's successor because of her work in showing how the three parts of the mind (cognitive, affective and conative) impact the creative problem solving process. She is a prolific writer and bestselling author, and is currently the CEO and Chief Creative Officer of Kolbe Corp, a publishing and consulting company she started 40 years ago. Discover where you're apt to succeed: http://www.OPgig.com Learn more about the Kolbe Index and the Instinct Test: http://www.Kolbe.com/AT This episode is sponsored by Landmark College in Putney, Vermont. It's the college of choice for students who learn differently. Learn more at http://www.lcdistraction.org. This episode was originally released in October 2018.
This week, Jamie Hopkins, together with Jessica Harrington, talks to David Kolbe, CEO of Kolbe Corp., about the impact of knowing the interplay of three parts of the mind, harnessing your instinctive strengths, and leveraging conative assessment tools in business decision-making. You can find show notes and other information at CarsonGroup.com/Framework.
How do you define success was the pivotal question that changed Amy's life. Born in Argentina, then moving to Brazil, and then landing in Arizona, Amy always felt like the odd duck for being a woman wanted to lead and have a professional career. Now, the president of Kolbe Corp., and author, speaker and trainer, Amy discovered that doing things her way and the freedom to be herself became her definition of success. Amy is passionate about helping people, especially helping youth discovering their instinctive talents. She believes that creating these ripples are what will continue to go out and better the pond!
David Kolbe is the CEO of Kolbe Corp in Phoenix, AZ, and he joins the show today to share the history, mission, and vision for Kolbe Corp and how they are empowering people to live their lives to the fullest. Breaking down the three parts of the mind, David explains how the conative—or doing—part of the mind can be traced all the way back to the ancient philosopher Plato and why everyone should know their unique natural instincts so they can approach problem-solving in the most efficient and effective way. Listen as he discusses how the Kolbe A index (the firm's flagship product) was developed, what four action modes it measures, how it is different than a personality assessment, and how you can utilize it for massive success in both your personal and professional relationships. You'll learn whether there is an ideal financial planner candidate profile, as well as how organizations can use the Kolbe tools and methodology to improve hiring, develop training and career paths, and reduce turnover. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/39l6iFl
You have probably heard of the cognitive and emotional components of the human mind, but have you ever heard about conation? It is this overlooked third component that only the Kolbe method measures. Created by Kathy Kolbe in the late 70s, it remains the most reliable measurement of people’s natural strengths in terms of the way they take action. The method quantifies these strengths in terms of four action modes through their proprietary Kolbe A Index. By getting a clear insight into how you and the people and your team operate in this conative component, you can unlock the path to greater synergy in your business and even in your personal life. Joining Alicia Couri to give a detailed explanation of this method is David Kolbe, Kathy’s son and now the CEO of Kolbe Corp. Listen in as he explains what differentiates the Kolbe A Index from other personality tests and why organizations need to use its incredible information-generating power.
David Kolbe, CEO of Kolbe Corp has made it his life's mission to create a tool for small business owners and entrepreneurs that would allow them to better understand their conative mind in order to optimize their lives, and effectively, their businesses. Today he's joining us to talk about what conation is, and how understanding yourself can save you from burning out.
We are joined by Amy Bruske, President of Kolbe Corp., and discussing how to get more out of you!So, how do you navigate life? Perhaps this is a question you've never asked yourself...or maybe you explore and analyze your natural instincts regularly.Amy joins us to talk about how the Kolbe A Index (which is NOT like any assessment you've ever done before!) helps us figure out our own method of operation."Kolbe's four Action Modes are the modern breakthrough in understanding and explaining conation. Kathy Kolbe's key insight was that everyone has a strength in how they operate in each of these Action Modes. Each person's method of operation, or “MO,” is their strength in that area.Your conative mind contains the instincts and innate attributes that define your natural method of operation (MO). When you work in your natural style, you are more productive, more comfortable and more successful. We identify people's instinctive strengths, explain them, analyze how they align with tasks and other people, and offer practical solutions for putting them into practice — from doing better in a job, to team performance, to personal relationships.*****************************************************************Want to do your own Kolbe Assessment? Follow this link to Get More From Yourself Today!: https://www.bareslate.ca/oneconversation*****************************************************************You can find Amy here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/amybruske/In this episode:0:00 Welcome1:45 Skills vs Talents2:43 Thinking, Feeling, Doing3:45 Follow or Resist?4:08 Do you know WHO you are?5:36 What is the Kolbe Assessment8:00 What happens when you know?9:48 Why we hire people "just like us"11:28 When good advice is irrelevant13:08 What works for you?14:59 Is there a 'right' way?17:14 Dealing with changeSubscribe to our weekly newsletter:
On this show, we talked about how we think, feel and do things, how achieving greater understanding of these can help people truly be themselves, and the personal and business benefits of this knowledge with David Kolbe, CEO of Kolbe Corp. Listen to learn how gaining a better understanding of how you like to get things done could unlock a new level of productivity and happiness! For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 20:34! You can learn more about David at Kolbe.com, Twitter, YouTube, Facebook and LinkedIn. George is honored to be included on Investopedia's list of the Top 100 Financial Advisors for 2019! You can learn more about the show at GeorgeGrombacher.com, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook or contact George at Contact@GeorgeGrombacher.com.
Amy Bruske is the president of Kolbe Corp. She is also the co-author of Business is Business with her step-mother, Kathy Kolbe.Amy discusses a number of topics on the show including an overview of conative instincts, her book, and why teams get stuck.
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In this interview your host, Tony D'Angelo, interviews the legendary Kathy Kolbe. As an acclaimed theorist, best-selling author and pioneer in her field, Kathy Kolbe was the first to prove the existence of the conative mental faculty, which causes us to act, react and interact. Believing that we are all equally perfect in our own way, she has spent over 40 years collecting and analyzing conative traits to ultimately help us be ourselves. She founded Kolbe Corp and was the CEO for 30 Years, and is now its Chairman Emerita. Kolbe has been called Maslow's successor because of her work in showing how the three parts of the mind (cognitive, affective and conative) affect the creative problem-solving process. Based on this seminal work, Kolbe was able to identify the algorithm for team synergy. After decades of research with hundreds of organizations, she was also able to author a comprehensive set of programs to assist leaders in making wise decisions based on a comprehensive set of human factors involving cognitive, affective and conative levels of effort. Kathy now works to reform learning and wellness fields at every level. She has consulted with the U.S. Department of Education, individual schools (pre-K through high school), more than 50 universities and more than 200 health and medical organizations. Kathy now spends her time at her skunkworks, Dynamynd, Inc, continuing to develop leading-edge solutions for learning and wellness tied to her theory. Take Your KOLBE A Index at: www.Kolbe.com Process Your Child's FREE Kids' KOLBE at: www.KolbeQuiz.com Follow Kathy On Twitter: @KathyKolbe
Leaders must motivate people. The problem is that everybody's different, so what inspires one team member may demotivate another. It can be confusing to lead a diverse team. But personality is not an unsolvable puzzle. And we've got three powerful tools to help you put it all together. We've identified three personality assessments that give you a clear understanding of how your team members think, feel, and work. Use these in your business, and you'll never wonder how to motivate your team again. You'll gain an engaged, focused workforce that will bring their best energy to work. Here's a peek this episode: We reveal our own journey with using personality assessments. Why we use personality assessments in our business. Why it's more productive to focus on strengths than weaknesses. How it affects a team member to be free to focus on strengths. We reveal our top five strengths. How knowing a teammate's strengths helps your working relationship. A clear, concise description of the Enneagram. How knowing your direct report's profile helps you be a better leader. The best metaphor for leading a diverse team to produce results. Author Ian Cron weighs in on the mistakes leaders can make with personality assessments. Why we don't use the Enneagram in our hiring process. Amy Bruske of Kolbe Corp. answers the question “Why do smart people often have trouble getting things done?” A quick description of the four modes of the Kolbe A Index, which measures how we initiate work. How knowing a person's workstyle helps them excel. How the Kolbe A Index helps you determine whether a person will succeed in the role you're hiring. What happens when a person is not “hardwired” for the role they're in. Now that you have a handle on these personality instruments, here's what we hope you'll do. Pick one of these and take it yourself. After you become familiar with it, you'll be able to determine when and how to roll it out to your team. You're going to love this discovery process! Resources from this episode Michael Hyatt & Co. Team StrengthsFinder 2.0 The Narrative Enneagram Kolbe A Index The Road Back to You by Ian Cron and Suzanne Stabile Now, Discover Your Strengths by Marcus Buckingham and Donald O. Clifton Striving Zones How People Act when Free to be Themselves by Kathy Kolbe See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Leaders must motivate people. The problem is that everybody’s different, so what inspires one team member may demotivate another. It can be confusing to lead a diverse team. But personality is not an unsolvable puzzle. And we’ve got three powerful tools to help you put it all together. We’ve identified three personality assessments that give you a clear understanding of how your team members think, feel, and work. Use these in your business, and you’ll never wonder how to motivate your team again. You’ll gain an engaged, focused workforce that will bring their best energy to work. Here’s a peek this episode: We reveal our own journey with using personality assessments. Why we use personality assessments in our business. Why it’s more productive to focus on strengths than weaknesses. How it affects a team member to be free to focus on strengths. We reveal our top five strengths. How knowing a teammate’s strengths helps your working relationship. A clear, concise description of the Enneagram. How knowing your direct report’s profile helps you be a better leader. The best metaphor for leading a diverse team to produce results. Author Ian Cron weighs in on the mistakes leaders can make with personality assessments. Why we don’t use the Enneagram in our hiring process. Amy Bruske of Kolbe Corp. answers the question “Why do smart people often have trouble getting things done?” A quick description of the four modes of the Kolbe A Index, which measures how we initiate work. How knowing a person’s workstyle helps them excel. How the Kolbe A Index helps you determine whether a person will succeed in the role you’re hiring. What happens when a person is not “hardwired” for the role they’re in. Now that you have a handle on these personality instruments, here’s what we hope you’ll do. Pick one of these and take it yourself. After you become familiar with it, you’ll be able to determine when and how to roll it out to your team. You’re going to love this discovery process! Resources from this episode Michael Hyatt & Co. Team StrengthsFinder 2.0 The Narrative Enneagram Kolbe A Index The Road Back to You by Ian Cron and Suzanne Stabile Now, Discover Your Strengths by Marcus Buckingham and Donald O. Clifton Striving Zones How People Act when Free to be Themselves by Kathy Kolbe
This on demand audio is a part of the The Game Changer Network Series. Chicke Fitzgerald interviews Kathy Kolbe. The original live interview was 2/17/17. According to Harvard Business School professor John Davis, family-owned businesses (FOBs) account for approximately 66 percent of all businesses around the world, yet they provide 70 to 90 percent of the global GDP or productive results. They are much more productive than publicly financed corporations and they are also more likely to donate time and talent to philanthropic activities. In their new book, BUSINESS IS BUSINESS: Reality Checks for Family-Owned Companies, award-winning advisors Kathy Kolbe and Amy Bruske provide a common-sense roadmap through the complex terrain of family businesses. Kathy Kolbe is the global leader in discovering and accessing the power of human instincts. She has done the brain research to prove the relevance of her Kolbe Theory of Conation to individual and organizational success. Kolbe was the first person to connect conative behavior to instinctive drives, which she postulated as the source of the patterns of mental energy commonly known as a person's MO. Amy Bruske is the president of Kolbe Corp and leads seminars for business leaders throughout the world. She was recently named Business Owner of the Year by the Phoenix chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO).
Kathy talks with David Kolbe, CEO of Kolbe Corp. David explains the new "Takes Two" program for intimate partner relationships. They also discuss their own conative conflicts, respect, business ethics and the future of the Kolbe Theory. Show Notes: 00:00 Intro 01:00 Future of the Kolbe Theory 03:45 Takes Two for intimate partner Relationships 05:53 Our conative conflict 09:15 Can we separate business from personal? 10:00 Respect is the key 11:35 Obstinate about priorities with resistance in Follow Thru 13:40 Communication is key 15:00 Motivation 16:00 The prodigy example 16:20 Saving for my kid's education 17:30 Finances in Takes Two 18:10 Obstinately financially independent 20:21 Pulling the plug 21:25 Future of Kolbe in good hands 22:27 End
Kathy Kolbe is a fascinating individual in a class all by herself. She’s an iconoclast who’s always been ahead of her time as a female leader. In fact, she was even recognized in Time magazine’s 1985 "Man of the Year" issue for her groundbreaking accomplishments. Kathy is the founder of Kolbe Corp and is arguably best known for creating the Kolbe A™ Index, which is widely considered "the only valid and reliable assessment tool for measuring an individual’s method of operation within the conative faculty of the brain." But she’s so much more than just that — she’s also a theorist, bestselling author, entrepreneur, educator, organizational strategist, consultant, speaker and the founder of Dynamynd Inc., her latest business venture. Come along as our host Brian Burkhart gets the scoop on Kathy’s very own Kolbe Index score, the "family business" and why the current generation of America’s youth sparks so much hope.
In Season 2 Episode 12, we spoke with David Kolbe, the CEO of Kolbe Corp. If you haven’t already listened to that episode, I encourage you to do so. David was kind enough to share his thoughts on a variety of topics in short, topical episodes which we share intermittently. This week we spend a few moments with David on the topic of preventing organizational paralysis, including how success can paralyze an organization.
In Season 2 Episode 12, we spoke with David Kolbe, the CEO of Kolbe Corp. If you haven’t already listened to that episode, I encourage you to do so. This week we spend a few moments with David on the topic of empowering and engaging employees. We touch on several issues including accountability, transparency, delegation, and tolerance for failure. Also check out David's discussion about Demystifying Millennials from last season.
Kathy Kolbe is the world's leading authority on human instincts. She solved the riddle of how all people can be both equal and different in their creative efforts by identifying the nature of universal instincts that constitute individual modus operandi. Her groundbreaking work has enabled thousands to find careers that they not only love, but excel at as well. Kolbe has been called Maslow’s successor because of her work in showing how the three parts of the mind (cognitive, affective and conative) impact the creative problem solving process. She is a prolific writer and bestselling author, and is currently the CEO and Chief Creative Officer of Kolbe Corp, a publishing and consulting company she started over 35 years ago. Discover where you're apt to succeed: http://www.OPgig.com Learn more about the Kolbe Index and the Instinct Test: http://www.Kolbe.com/AT Join Dr. Hallowell and Kathy Kolbe in Arizona for their co-led retreat next year! How to Thrive with ADHD Scottsdale, AZ Thursday, February 7th 1-9pm Friday, February 8th 8:30am-2pm Visit http://www.Dynamynd.com for more information! This episode is sponsored by Landmark College in Putney, Vermont. It's the college of choice for students who learn differently. Learn more at http://www.lcdistraction.org.
Amy Bruske is the President of Kolbe Corp and an experienced speaker and executive consultant. If you’re an entrepreneur, female executive, or family business owner, you’re probably already familiar with her awards, books, and speeches. She was named Small Business Owner of the Year by the National Association of Women Business Owners. In 2012, Amy was appointed Chairman of the Board for the Center for Conative Abilities. And in 2017, she co-authored the groundbreaking family business guidebook, Business is Business with Kathy Kolbe. Amy is trusted by clients in all industries, ranging from the Department of Defense to Hershey Foods. She’s also worked with State Farm, Samsung, and Intel. In 2017, she was selected as a feature speaker for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. She lives in Phoenix, Arizona with her husband Jim Bruske, a former Major League Baseball pitcher. Together they have two children and two dogs. In this episode, Amy discusses women in business, leadership and her experience working in the family business. She also discusses her future endeavors, including continuing to grow Kolbe Corp. Guest Offer: To discover your individual natural talent by completing the Kolbe A™ Index, please click http://www.kolbe.com/. If you are currently working in or considering being part of a family business, we encourage you to read the book I co-wrote with the Founder of Kolbe Corp and my stepmother, Kathy Kolbe, Business is Business: Reality Checks for Family-Owned Companies TWITTER: @Kolbe_Corp FACEBOOK: @KolbeCorp YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/user/higherperformance WEBSITE: Kolbe.com To watch this episode go to relentlessmentality.net Your Host Justin Bayless President & CEO, Bayless Healthcare INSTAGRAM: @JustBayless LINKEDIN: @JustinBayless YOUTUBE: Relentless Mentality
Do you ever feel like things are harder than they should be? Then today’s episode about conative productivity is for you. Mike is joined by David Kolbe, CEO of Kolbe Corp, who has lived and breathed the Kolbe Concept® since its inception. Today David joins us to talk about how making small adjustments based on […]
Do you ever feel like things are harder than they should be? Then today's episode about conative productivity is for you. Mike is joined by David Kolbe, CEO of Kolbe Corp, who has lived and breathed the Kolbe Concept® since its inception. Today David joins us to talk about how making small adjustments based on […]
Our special encore guest today is Kathy Kolbe. She is the global leader in discovering and accessing the power of human instincts. She is an acclaimed theorist, bestselling author, entrepreneur, educator, organizational strategist, consultant and speaker, and is the founder of Kolbe Corp and Dynamynd, Inc. Now...you may remember Kathy and the wisdom she shared during Episode 466. If you haven’t listened to, studied, and applied all she shared during our first interview...I highly encourage you to add Episode 466 to your list of vital priorities. What you’ll learn about in this episode: How OPgig can help guide individuals into careers suited for who they are How OPgig can show you which jobs are available in your area that are suited to you The negative consequences of working with others who work and think like we do The importance knowing who we are and valuing our own abilities The value of seeking people who have differing abilities than our own to work with The pitfalls of the narrow-minded thinking of today and why it needs to be changed Why Kathy feels the definition of success is the freedom to be yourself The need to work together through all our differences The benefits to working with others who share your values Ways to contact Kathy: Website: www.dynamynd.com Email: kkolbe@dynamynd.com Twitter: @KathyKolbe
In Season 2 Episode 12, we spoke with David Kolbe, the CEO of Kolbe Corp. If you haven’t already listened to that episode, we encourage you to do so. David was kind enough to share his thoughts on a variety of topics in short, topical episodes which we will share intermittently over the coming months. This week we spend a few moments with David on the topic of millennials and the multi-generational workforce. He shares some common-sense insights which demystify what many make out to be complex and potentially counterproductive. Reach us at contact@azoriginals.net Check out what is happening at the AZ Chamber
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work with your family members? Truth is, it can be tough. If you’ve ever worked with family, you know that it can sometimes put a strain on the relationship. However, there is hope… In today’s segment, you’ll hear from expert and bestselling author of Business is Business: Reality Checks for Family-Owned Companies Amy Bruske. Amy is a sought-after speaker for Fortune 500 companies, associations, and entrepreneurial organizations in a variety of industries, and a Principal and President of Kolbe Corp. Specializing in HR consulting and leadership development, she is one of the company's three Senior Master Consultants and is also in demand for executive coaching and team building for a wide range of businesses around the world. You’ll walk away from this episode with clear and useful advice that will empower you to make the right decisions when considering if you should bring family members into your business. Take advantage of Amy’s unique and time-tested principles so you don’t make the same mistakes countless other business leaders have made over the years when mixing family and business. There are plenty of ways to do this wrong, and a few ways to do it right. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn in this session: The biggest mistakes made from working with family members; [3:30] A helpful checklist to make sure someone is the “Right Fit” in your business; [6:30] Common issues between spouses in business together; [9:00] And more… Resources mentioned on this episode: NEVER miss an episode of Growth To Freedom click HERE to subscribe! Connect with us on Twitter: twitter.com/dan_kuschell Have a question? Send us an email: info[at]growthtofreedom.com www.growthtofreedom.com/145 www.kolbe.com ********************* Have you struggled with Hiring? Wouldn’t be great to get someone who could bring you more sales, or help you get more off your plate? According to research by Glassdoor, you are 5 times more likely to make a bad hire without a proven process or system for hiring. Bradley Smart estimates the cost of a bad hire between 7 and 24 times of someone’s annual earnings. Factor that a bad hire could cost you between $40k and over $225K, it’s no wonder many business owners shy away from hiring. It’s not your fault and you don’t have to leave it to chance. Get your copy of the Free Ultimate Hiring Blueprint Today. Go here for your copy right now. This show brought to you by Done for You Solutions. Outsourcing doesn’t have to be difficult. Whether you’re looking for customer service, optimizing your website, or a virtual assistant to help with reporting, data, or research, Done for You Solutions can help. I’ve used Done for You Solutions for years and they help simplify. Click here to learn more and let the founder Ric Thompson know that you heard about him from our show. Genius Network is the place high level entrepreneurs go for collaboration, contribution, and connections not available anywhere else. Members get strategies for exponential growth and opportunities for deal making, strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and more. Membership is by application only. Click here to learn more. I was one of the original members when Joe started it in 2007 and today I get to help grow the company in my current role. You can also learn more about the Genius Network Annual Event here – which is the one time per year the group is opened to non-members. *********************
Have you ever thought to yourself, “I really want to grow and scale my business, but I need to spend more of my time doing the things I’m good at and that I love to do?” Do you find yourself constantly looking for that partner or team member who can come in and compliment your strengths so you can use your time and energy more effectively? In today’s segment, you’ll hear from expert and bestselling author of Business is Business: Reality Checks for Family-Owned Companies, Amy Bruske. Amy is a sought-after speaker for Fortune 500 companies, associations, and entrepreneurial organizations in a variety of industries, and a Principal and President of Kolbe Corp. Specializing in HR consulting and leadership development. She is one of the company's three Senior Master Consultants and is also in demand for executive coaching and team building for a wide range of businesses around the world. You’ll walk away from this episode with key insights and tools that will equip you to use your time more effectively, play to your strengths, and build a collaborative work environment. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn in this session: The 4 quadrants of the Kolbe process; [4:00] Common benefits of using the Kolbe process; [14:00] Myths and misunderstandings around hiring; [16:30] And more… Resources mentioned on this episode: NEVER miss an episode of Growth To Freedom click HERE to subscribe! Connect with us on Twitter: twitter.com/dan_kuschell Have a question? Send us an email: info[at]growthtofreedom.com www.growthtofreedom.com/144 www.kolbe.com ********************* Want to get more clients, grow, and scale your business? We show business owners how to implement automated sales, marketing and hiring systems so you can have a bigger impact, reach, and contribution. Go here for our free video training now at: http://www.championbusinessblueprint.com Have you struggled with Hiring? Wouldn’t be great to get someone who could bring you more sales, or help you get more off your plate? According to research by Glassdoor, you are 5 times more likely to make a bad hire without a proven process or system for hiring. Bradley Smart estimates the cost of a bad hire between 7 and 24 times of someone’s annual earnings. Factor that a bad hire could cost you between $40k and over $225K, it’s no wonder many business owners shy away from hiring. It’s not your fault and you don’t have to leave it to chance. Get your copy of the Free Ultimate Hiring Blueprint Today. Go here for your copy right now. This show brought to you by Done for You Solutions. Outsourcing doesn’t have to be difficult. Whether you’re looking for customer service, optimizing your website, or a virtual assistant to help with reporting, data, or research, Done for You Solutions can help. I’ve used Done for You Solutions for years and they help simplify. Click here to learn more and let the founder Ric Thompson know that you heard about him from our show. Genius Network is the place high level entrepreneurs go for collaboration, contribution, and connections not available anywhere else. Members get strategies for exponential growth and opportunities for deal making, strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and more. Membership is by application only. Click here to learn more. I was one of the original members when Joe started it in 2007. You can also learn more about the Genius Network Annual Event here – which is the one time per year the group is opened to non-members. *********************
David Kolbe - the CEO of Kolbe Corp - shares insights into how they help individuals and companies thrive, how leveraging technology can grow your audience and simultaneously reduce costs, and how seeking feedback from users can lead to new product offerings. Additionally, David shares his story which takes him from Brophy College Prep to the Wharton School at University of Pennsylvania. After a brief stop on Capitol Hill, he returned to Arizona to attend law school at Arizona State University, practice law, and ultimately join Kolbe Corp. David’s mother, Kathy Kolbe, founded Kolbe Corp in Phoenix in 1975. Kolbe Corp helps businesses and individuals identify, understand, apply, and leverage their unique instinctive strengths so they can be more productive and more fulfilled. SELECT LINKS FROM THE PODCAST Wonderlic Personnel Test Michael Hyatt podcast where he discusses the Kolbe A Index Takes Two 5 Love Languages assessment Elvis Costello Rex Orange County Arizona Chamber of Commerce contact@azoriginals.net
Amy Bruske is an internationally renowned author, sales trainer and keynote speaker. She's the president of Kolbe Corp, a top level consulting firm that helps family owned businesses around the globe achieve optimal efficiency, increase profitability and enhance corporate and personal success. Amy rose from humble beginnings at the Jenny Craig corporation to become a divisional supervisor responsible for sales training and operations for different regions in the USA. She transitioned to Kolbe to help lead the company's sales and sales training efforts. Over the years her responsibilities and profile grew and today she serves as a key member of the executive team. She's the co-author of BUSINESS IS BUSINESS: Reality Checks for Family-Owned Companies and is a highly sought after keynote speaker helping business leaders around the world. She was recently named Business Owner of the Year by the Phoenix chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO). In this episode we discuss Amy's entrepreneurial journey, the challenges she's overcome, what it's like working in a family owned business (her step-mom, noted entrepreneur and thought leader Kathy Kolbe founded the company) and lots more.
Kathy Kolbe is an entrepreneur who founded and was the CEO of Kolbe Corp, a publishing and consulting company for 30 years, and is now its Chairman and Chief Creativity Officer. She is the global leader in discovering and accessing the power of human instincts and has done the brain research to prove the relevance of her Kolbe Theory of Conation to individual and organizational success. Kathy was the first person to connect conative behavior to instinctive drives, which she postulated as the source of the patterns of mental energy commonly known as a person’s MO. www.kolbe.com www.businessisbusinessbook.com
Does Family Business Matter?You may be surprised: According to Forbes: Family businesses generate over 50% of the US Gross National Product. On this episode we will look at Business and Family, are they two things that have to be kept separate or can they actually work together without it ending up looking like another version of “The Godfather”? If you are from the world of Family Business you have no doubt been faced with that moment of what might be “perceived” as nepotism. That moment where someone has to decide whether the family member who wants into the business is the right move for the business, for that matter if it’s the right move for the family and could it be good for one and not the other. Well our guests today don’t just have an opinion about this they have a family business and what’s more, they have the research and technology for you to find out if your sister, brother, cousin or any relative should even be allowed near your business. KATHY KOLBE is the global leader in discovering and accessing the power of human instincts. She has done the brain research to prove the relevance of her Kolbe Theory of Conation to individual and organizational success. Kathy is the creator of the world renowned Kolbe Index which validates an individual's natural talents, and instinctive method of operation (M.O.) through which you are enabled to be at your most productive. I know because I’ve done it and used the test as part of our hiring process, and it was eye opening to say the least. AMY BRUSKE is the president of Kolbe Corp and leads seminars for business leaders throughout the world. She was recently named Business Owner of the Year by the Phoenix chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO). Kathy and Amy are both award-winning consultants and advisors to over 3,000 family-owned businesses, as well as to Fortune 500 companies, and both are also sought-after speakers. As mother and daughter, working together for more than two decades, Kathy and Amy have personally experienced every situation discussed in their brand new book: Business is Business… Reality Checks for Family-Owned Companies. Find out more at: http://BusinessIsBusinessBook.com To find out more about hiring Dov Baron as a speaker or strategist for your organization: http://fullmontyleadership.com/consulting or http://fullmontyleadership.com/speaking.Remember you can now also find us on iTunes, Spotify, iHeart Radio, or wherever you tune into podcasts.And on traditional radio stations across the US every Monday and Thursday on: 99.5 FM & 1520 AM Las Vegas102.1 FM & 1640 AM Lancaster, Philadelphia87.9 FM & 810 AM Macon, Georgia 92.1 FM & 1630 AM Tampa, Florida97.7 The Villages, Florida96.3 FM Boulder, Colorado90.3 FM Milwaukee, Wisconsin 94.7 FM Pittsburg, Philadelphia87.9 FM Colorado Springs, ColoradoAnd NOW LIVE on 96.7FM WASHINGTON, DC and on 96.7FM covering THE WASHINGTON DC & QUANTICO area.Also, look for us on ROKU TV where there are 100K subscribers. If you are a regular listener, then a big thank-you to you for making us the #1 podcast globally for Fortune 500 listeners! And with a potential reach of 2.5 to 3 million listeners for every show, we’re honored and grateful to be cited in INC.com as The #1 Podcast To Make You a Better Leader See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Amy Bruske, author of BUSINESS IS BUSINESS: Reality Checks for Family-Owned Companies, is the president of Kolbe Corp and leads seminars for business leaders throughout the world. She was recently named Business Owner of the Year by the Phoenix chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO). What you’ll learn about in this episode Amy’s background and the goals of Kolbe Corp How Amy marries business with human behavior studies Why being “the smartest person in the room” doesn’t always yield productivity The definition of “conative” How the conative part of the mind can be used as a model for success Why you should focus more on the end result than the process whenever possible The recipe for “analysis paralysis” and how to avoid it Why people fail in organizational training courses How running a business is similar to parenting Amy’s prioritization techniques Why it’s important to measure mental energy rather than time When to say “no” Amy’s daily habits for achieving success and reducing stress What to aim for as an entrepreneur Why “good advice” can be harmful How to best connect with Amy: Book: “Business is Business: Reality Checks for Family-Owned Companies” Website: www.kolbe.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/AmyKBruske
You've done the tests... Myers-Brigg, DISC and many others. You know your personality type, you know your IQ and you've even started using them in your hiring process or team development. It's wonderful to have detailed information about yourself, your team or a position you'd love to fill, BUT do you know the one piece of information that could be the missing link to successfully applying the data you've harvested? How someone takes action is a primary determinant in achieving desired outcomes. Even the most intelligent, driven team member could be restricted if their tasks don't match well with how they naturally get $%&T done. Just think of all the times you've tried to launch or complete a project and found it painfully difficult or worse, impossible to gain traction. Maybe it wasn't you? Or at least not you in anyway you could modify or change. The Kolbe A Index is a powerful test that streamlines the process of identifying how people take action. On today's episode of Life By Design For Chiropractors, we interview David Kolbe, CEO of Kolbe Corp. to discuss the benefits of the Kolbe Index for the practicing Chiropractor and their business. What We Covered: The part of the mind measured by the Kolbe A Index. The 4 action taking areas the testing will give you important information about. The best way to utilize the Kolbe Index for chiropractors and their businesses. The "secret" benefit of knowing your instinctive strengths. How to best apply this "inside information" when launching your hiring process. Click below to visit the show notes page: http://lifebydesignforchiropractors.com/kolbe
In this episode, Josh speaks with David Kolbe, CEO of Kolbe Corp. They discuss the Kolbe Indices, how they work, and how you can use them to improve yourself, your team, or your company.
In this episode Josh spends time with Amy Bruske, President of Kolbe Corp. They discuss family businesses, the advantages and disadvantages of being in business with family, and some tips on how to transition a family member out of the business when the time comes.
BUSINESS IS BUSINESS: Reality Checks for Family-Owned Companies by Kathy Kolbe This on demand audio is a part of the The Game Changer Network Series. Chicke Fitzgerald interviews Kathy Kolbe. The original live interview was 2/17/17. According to Harvard Business School professor John Davis, family-owned businesses (FOBs) account for approximately 66 percent of all businesses around the world, yet they provide 70 to 90 percent of the global GDP or productive results. They are much more productive than publicly financed corporations and they are also more likely to donate time and talent to philanthropic activities. In their new book, BUSINESS IS BUSINESS: Reality Checks for Family-Owned Companies, award-winning advisors Kathy Kolbe and Amy Bruske provide a common-sense roadmap through the complex terrain of family businesses. Kathy Kolbe is the global leader in discovering and accessing the power of human instincts. She has done the brain research to prove the relevance of her Kolbe Theory of Conation to individual and organizational success. Kolbe was the first person to connect conative behavior to instinctive drives, which she postulated as the source of the patterns of mental energy commonly known as a person's MO. Amy Bruske is the president of Kolbe Corp and leads seminars for business leaders throughout the world. She was recently named Business Owner of the Year by the Phoenix chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO). Their website is http://kolbe.com/ To order the book click HERE
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