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Out-Competing - The Inside Track on Creativity in Branding on Profit from the Inside®

Denise Blasevick is a CEO and co-founder of The S3 Agency, a creative agency specializing in Brand Elevation for clients like BMW of North America, Eight O’Clock Coffee, and the National Kitchen & Bath Association. Brand Elevation is the proprietary process that sets her company apart from other marketing agencies – by helping clients uncover the power and profitability of a truly differentiated brand.

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Profit from the Inside® is Joel Block's weekly show for leaders of medium and small companies with strategies and insights to give their businesses the Inside Track. To suggest a business leader as guest on the show or to inquire about bringing Joel to your company for a keynote, or advisory services, reach out to Joel directly at [email protected].

Mental Fitness: The Inside Track on Being Ready to Win on Profit from the Inside®

Kyle Duford is an executive specializing in crafting outstanding experiences for global brands. A former magazine editor, he also spent a bunch of his career with a focus on the fashion, outdoor, and sports industries through the e-commerce and digital lens for brands such as Nike, Dr. Martens, KEEN, Lululemon, PowerBar, Ariat, Chrome Industries, Nuun, and others. Kyle’s unique blend of design, branding, and digital best practices lends itself to creating and leading some of the foremost brands.

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Profit from the Inside® is Joel Block's weekly show for leaders of medium and small companies with strategies and insights to give their businesses the Inside Track. To suggest a business leader as guest on the show or to inquire about bringing Joel to your company for a keynote, or advisory services, reach out to Joel directly at [email protected].

In this episode of Your Advantage Play®, host Joel Block interviews guest Kurt Uhlir, a renowned leader and advocate of servant leadership. Kurt shares his insights and experiences on how leaders can create a competitive advantage through effective leadership and team empowerment. The episode covers various aspects of leadership, hiring, communication, and the importance of a shared purpose.

Main Points from Kurt Uhlir:
1. Shift from Micromanagement to a Coach Approach: Kurt highlights the challenges of transitioning from micromanagement to a more empowering approach for team members. He stresses the need for leaders to strike a balance between holding individuals accountable and providing clear direction.
2. Be Mindful of Triggers and PTSD: Kurt emphasizes the significance of understanding that many individuals have had negative experiences with leaders in the past, which may result in triggers or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). He encourages open communication and empathy to avoid triggering negative responses.
3. Importance of Vulnerability and Risk-Taking: Kurt believes that being vulnerable and taking risks are crucial for building relationships and fostering trust within a team. He urges leaders to exhibit vulnerability and take risks, as it sets a positive example for their team members.
4. Traits Over Skills in the Hiring Process: Kurt emphasizes the value of focusing on traits rather than just skills when hiring team members. He suggests looking for individuals who are good at healthy confrontation, have a bias towards action, and exhibit problem-solving initiative.
5. Servant Leadership and Purpose: Kurt shares his belief in servant leadership and the importance of leaders serving their team, customers, and employees. He emphasizes the positive impact of treating people well and creating a purpose-driven work environment.

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