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Think “free” is more valuable? Think again! – Pick Dave’s Brain

This week’s question comes from Ran in Montreal, Canada. He asks: Q: I’m also in the training industry, but find it hard to compete because entrepreneurs have so many free resources. What worked for you in the beginning when you were getting your start? What would you advise me to do? Click to tweet this: When the … Continue reading "Think “free” is more valuable? Think again! – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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Why time management principles trump software tools – Pick Dave’s Brain

This week’s question comes from Johnny in Redmond, Washington. He asks: Q: Hi! I’m an international student in 10th grade, and I’m looking to improve my time management habits. I watched your “Time Management Fundamentals” course on LinkedIn Learning. How can I use your method most effectively with Omnifocus? Click to tweet this: The foundation of time-management … Continue reading "Why time management principles trump software tools – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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Can you get your team to care about your business? – Pick Dave’s Brain

Are you just training your team, or are you indoctrinating them? This week’s question comes from Kenneth in Winnipeg, Canada. He asks: Q: What are current ideas that you could suggest to empower your team to promote your practice so that it grows? How can I get them more engaged in helping the business be … Continue reading "Can you get your team to care about your business? – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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How to choose a personal CRM – Pick Dave’s Brain

Are you winning the game of Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon? This week’s question comes from Aida in Saint Louis, Missouri. Q: In your Building Your Professional Network Course you recommend using CRMs. Could you recommend one basic CRM for someone like myself that could be used for personal purposes to maintain your connections? Click … Continue reading "How to choose a personal CRM – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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Here’s how to avoid a United incident at your company – SPECIAL PODCAST

Last week, I wrote an article for LinkedIn Pulse that exploded. As of this posting, the article on the United “re-accommodating” incident has received more than 250,000 views, 4100 likes, 1200 comments, and 1100 shares.  You can find that original article here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/heres-... As some of you have requested a longer, audio podcast, this article … Continue reading "Here’s how to avoid a United incident at your company – SPECIAL PODCAST"

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Roadmaps: Where are you going and when will you get there? – Pick Dave’s Brain

This week’s question comes from Aymen in Ariana, Tunisia. He asks: Q: My boss recently promoted me to manager over a team of six. The CEO asked me to prepare a roadmap for the next three years. What is a roadmap and how can I prepare one? Click to tweet this: Cut your long-term plans in … Continue reading "Roadmaps: Where are you going and when will you get there? – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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How stacking trays make for lovely homes, not gathering points – Pick Dave’s Brain

Do you have enough homes for all your stuff? This week’s question comes from Stephanie in Beaverton, Oregon. She writes: Q: I took your Time Management Fundamentals course on Lynda in LinkedIn Learning. You mentioned having six trays on hand while you’re going through the course. What are those six trays for? I can’t seem … Continue reading "How stacking trays make for lovely homes, not gathering points – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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Use these tricks to create a social media ad – Pick Dave’s Brain

Could sharing a picture of a messy office make you a Facebook millionaire? This week’s question comes from Angy in Utah. She simply asks: Q: What tips do you have for building an ad on social media? Click to tweet this: Successful online ad campaigns begin with the question, “Who?” not “How?” @DaveCrenshaw Video transcript: … Continue reading "Use these tricks to create a social media ad – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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How to find your competitive advantage – Pick Dave’s Brain

Who makes the best water purifier in Iran? This week’s question comes from Naser in Iran. Q:  In a tough market with an increasing number of low-price competitors, what are the best strategies and techniques to grow and survive profitably? Click to tweet this: Great businesses offer much more than just “great prices.” You much … Continue reading "How to find your competitive advantage – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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Why skills are overrated when hiring – Pick Dave’s Brain

Should you hire a ten-year-old to work for your business? This week’s question comes from Jason. Q: Hi Dave. Jason from Utah. I’m looking to potentially hire someone and you talked about hiring slow and firing fast. So I was just wondering what your vetting process is for hiring people out there to work in … Continue reading "Why skills are overrated when hiring – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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