Challenging Your Approach to 2013

The end of the year is a time to both reflect on the lessons of the past and to look ahead to plan future improvements.

What are your proudest achievements of 2012? What’s ahead for you next year?

Allow me to lead by example.

‘Twas A Wonderful Year

Blog Highlights: Best of SMART Leadership

Based on reader and client feedback, my 2012 articles can make a real and lasting difference.

• Inside Out Communications was a day-maker for one CEO and has helped others to apply the breakthrough concepts in Start With Why.
• The 3 C’s of Success is now part of regularly reviewed motivational materials for a Pharmacy Operations Consultant.
• A packaging executive printed and posted The 7 Secrets of Highly Effective Leadership Communication on her cork board for daily review.
• That 7 Secrets article is based on my presentation to MBA students at the University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business.  >> More on the story >>.  The speaking opportunity came from a referral by a SMART Leadership subscriber.
• Forever In High School has helped several readers gain clarity and confidence to navigate difficult scenarios.
• As it does each year, Life On A Train went semi-viral as readers shared the timeless message about the importance of our relationships.
• Australia?  It’s the power of the web, I guess.  A Maestro’s Breakthrough Discovery continues to touch Aussies by the 100s.

For Chicago Executive Coaching

• We’ve added some impressive logos to the list of past and current clients.
• The conference room at my new Deerfield office has hosted some significant client breakthroughs.  It’s a great collaborative environment.
• Our website, ChicagoExecutiveCoaching.com, ranks #8 in the Executive Coaching category on Top20Sites.com
  

  2013 Initiatives

  I’m seeking and booking more speaking engagements.  The two top topics are the

  1. The 7 Secrets of Highly Effective Leadership Communication
  2. The Three C’s of Success.

  I’ve read and reread some really important business books and I’ll be sharing their insight on this site.  These include Steve Job’s biography and Daniel Pink’s Drive.

  More video creations!  Coming soon: The Law of Process.

  I’ve condensed my 2013 Strategic Plan to one piece of paper.  Less is more.  Don’t you agree?

  All blog articles will have a print icon that will enable more efficient printing.

  How Can You Help Me?

  As I pursue my vision to become the most sought after executive coach for successful Chicago’s senior leaders who want to achieve more, I can’t do it alone. To serve that vision, I am seeking to connect with HR Executives who are potential witnesses for those who I can serve.  Can you help me with introductions? Again, my contact page awaits.

  Last, but not least…

  What About You?

  What are your proudest achievements for 2012?  Why not write them down? Make a list. Check it twice.  Then make your 2013 list.

  Thanks!

  Thanks for your ongoing readership, feedback and support.  And let me know how I can help you make your 2013 more successful.  I’d be honored to connect.  My contact page awaits.

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