Complete Leader Articles
The Complete Guide on How to Receive Feedback
Receiving critical feedback is one of the most difficult aspects of leadership.
For years, I’ve been working to become a better receiver of feedback. Even after hundreds of tough conversations, I still cringe when someone starts sharing a tough message with me.
My heart rate still races. My first impulse is still to defend myself.
I’m... read more
Looking Back on 15 Years of Price Associates
This year Price Associates celebrated 15 years of serving customers and helping leaders grow and change their worlds. Founded by Ron Price in 2004, the company has grown and evolved as seasoned advisors joined the team—and brought their expertise to clients.
We sat down with Ron to talk about the early years and some of his favorite memories... read more
Dr. Jeremy Graves Joins Price Associates Team
And talks to us about rock stars, hockey, and generations in the workplace
Price Associates is pleased to announce that Dr. Jeremy Graves has joined the team at its Boise office.
Jeremy is a generational strategist, professor, author, speaker, and leadership coach. He believes that encouraging leaders to feel comfortable in their own skin... read more
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
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