Complete Leader Blog
Greatness Starts with Optimism
By Mindy Bortness
When I was working in the marketing department of The San Diego Union-Tribune, a job I loved from the moment I stepped in and sparked a love for hiring intelligence, I used to sign my name with a smiley face.
Every memo, email or handwritten thank you note, I always signed:
Thanks,
Mindy
This little act of cheer was... read more
Using Assessments to Motivate Your Sales Team
By Holly Mitchell
When I owned my small business in Boise, Idaho, I decided to run an incentive program amongst my sales team to help them be more goal oriented and to drive sales. I told them that the first person to reach sales of $25,000 for the month would be celebrated with a spa day provided by the company. I encouraged the team members... read more
Mentoring for the Future
Featuring Ron Price, In Trust Magazine, Fall 2019
"Wax on, wax off," instructs Mr. Miyagi as he instills the fundamental basics to Daniel, who would grow to be The Karate Kid. The classic movie follows the developing relationship between the martial arts master and his young student. It's a mentorship made in Hollywood heaven. But mentors... read more
Agility and Experimentation: An Innovator’s Advantage Academy Update
By Dale Dixon,
"The number-one threat to old and big brands is the lack of agility. We must react at the speed of market, or faster." Dr. Evans Baiya
Jennifer Didonna has worked at Better Business Bureau Northwest + Pacific for two months as the marketing coordinator. In mid-October, she experienced a day with the Innovator's Advantage... read more
HOLLY MITCHELL JOINS PRICE ASSOCIATES TEAM
Price Associates is pleased to announce that Holly Mitchell has joined the team at its Boise office.
Holly is a leadership coach, sales trainer, and speaker. She works to empower businesses and individuals to transform their sales strategies, leadership skills, and company cultures—and reach their highest potential. Her work focuses on training... read more
Becoming an Impactful and Influential Leader with Ron Price
Ron was recently a guest on the podcast How to Be Awesome at Your Job.
On the episode, Ron Price delivers insights on how to build your character and grow your influence to unlock your full leadership potential.
You’ll Learn:
The four keys to landing your next promotion
Two approaches to getting excellent feedback
How to get... read more
Your Body as a Decision-Making Power Tool
By Jalene Case
Plugging into our bodies’ way of communicating is like using a decision-making power tool. It quickly drills to the core. Whether we’re struggling to make tiny, seemingly inconsequential choices or gigantic, clearly life-changing decisions, our bodies know the answer first.
It’s easy to rush through life without taking time... read more
7 Questions to Ask Before Hiring an Executive Coach
by Whit Mitchell
I was recently called by a young, first-time CEO of a software company in Boston who was looking to hire an executive coach. She announced that she would interview others and me, and then make a decision. I told her that I had some questions to make sure it was the right “fit” before agreeing to work together. She had 30... read more
4 Ways Leaders Can Grow Their Influence At Work
By Ron Price & Stacy Ennis, HR.com, October 2019
Building influence and engagement through character, expertise and position
One of the long-term challenges for leaders in the workplace is how many employees feel powerless. For many years, employee surveys around the world have measured levels of engagement as high as 70% or more. What... read more
Four No-fail Selling Techniques
By Holly Mitchell
Early in my sales career, I landed a golden opportunity with a high-end customer who had already identified she needed what I had to offer. All I had to do was gain her trust and become the expert in her eyes. The only thing standing between me and sealing the deal was my ability to listen, ask the right questions, and shine... read more
