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The CEO Coach | CEO of the Year ('19) | ex-McKinsey, Skype | Author of "The 3 Alarms" | On a mission to help 1 million CEOs scale themselves and their companies
Jul 4, 2023 16 tweets 4 min read
As Adam Grant says, exit interviews are too late to find out why people are leaving.

Conduct “stay interviews” to figure out how to keep them.

Here's how:
Jun 30, 2023 18 tweets 4 min read
Marcus Aurelius was a distinguished Roman Emperor and Stoic philosopher.

He wrote a private journal called "Meditations."

Here are 7 powerful leadership lessons from his journal (which was never supposed to be published):
Jun 29, 2023 14 tweets 5 min read
I've read 100s of books throughout my life.

Here are 10 that I recommend to reach your full potential: 1) "Atomic Habits" by @JamesClear

Simply one of the best habit books ever written.

Taught me the importance of changing my identity to change my behavior and habits.

It's filled with incredible stories, is easy to read, and packed with wisdom.
Jun 26, 2023 18 tweets 4 min read
I used to be the world’s worst procrastinator.

Then this little-known habit changed everything…

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Jun 9, 2023 13 tweets 3 min read
99% of leaders don't schedule these 3 meetings.

100% of leaders would hugely benefit if they did.

Here's why you need them and how to run them: Image Image
Jun 8, 2023 18 tweets 4 min read
You have a 1 in 135,000 chance to become a CEO.

This 3-minute “Harvard” test will help you get there:

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Jun 7, 2023 13 tweets 3 min read
Coaching increases team performance by over 50%.

But most leaders have no idea how to coach.

Apply the GROW model to supercharge your team's performance: Image Image
May 24, 2023 17 tweets 4 min read
40% of new CEOs fail within 18 months.

This 3-minute “McKinsey” test will help you succeed:

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May 23, 2023 18 tweets 4 min read
You will lose 10 years to distraction over your career.

These 7 Harvard tips will help you reclaim that time:

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May 22, 2023 11 tweets 2 min read
The #1 predictor of leadership success is NOT charisma, influence, or power.

Nor is it personality, attractiveness, or innovative genius.

The #1 predictor is this: "Do you positively energize those around you or do you negatively de-energize them?"

In other words, do you raise them up or make them feel down?

Here's what researchers know:
May 19, 2023 10 tweets 2 min read
Marcus Aurelius was a distinguished Roman Emperor and Stoic philosopher.

He wrote a private journal called "Meditations."

Here are 7 powerful leadership lessons from his journal (which was never supposed to be published): Image 1) “Carpe Diem” - Seize the Day

Truly live in the present moment, rather than dwelling on the past or worrying about the future.

Make the most of every opportunity, acting quickly and decisively.

Learn to meditate so you can increase your ability to focus on the task at hand.
May 17, 2023 9 tweets 2 min read
Your blind spots are sabotaging your career and company.

It took me years to find a practical solution to this.

Here's the secret tool that changed my life: Image It’s called “The Live 360.”

Here’s the simple 3-step process behind it:

1) Get Your Team Together

Start with the most senior person in the room and have everyone write down their answers to these two powerful questions:
Apr 17, 2023 9 tweets 3 min read
"The CEO Test" is a Harvard Business Review book that shares 7 tests to help people become more effective leaders.

It's based on 600+ interviews from Fortune 100 CEOs to startup CEOs.

Here are 7 tests that will help you level up as a leader: Image Test #1: Can You Develop a Simple Plan for Your Strategy?

Simplifying complexity is a leader’s superpower. Image
Apr 14, 2023 12 tweets 3 min read
10 Threads that will help you reach your full potential: 1. The 3 Alarm Strategy that will change your life:

Mar 10, 2023 12 tweets 3 min read
Here's how setting 3 alarms can change your life forever: In my book "The 3 Alarms" I share 3 simple phone alarms that have helped me to level up my health, career, and personal life.

Each alarm is labeled with a “best-self” identity that reminds me to perform better at that task.

Here's how I set mine up and how you can do the same:
Jan 26, 2023 11 tweets 2 min read
McKinsey is the most prestigious consulting firm in the world.

They hire only 1% of applicants.

Here's how I got a job there (even though I was far from qualified): I went to the University of Illinois (a good school but not an Ivy league).

One day a professor mentioned McKinsey and said they only hired Ivy league students, rocket scientists, and other high achievers.

Something clicked in me and I became determined to get a job there so...
Jan 19, 2023 14 tweets 7 min read
I've read hundreds of books throughout my life.

Here are 10 that I recommend to reach your full potential: 1) "Atomic Habits" by @JamesClear

Simply one of the best habit books ever written.

Taught me the importance of changing my identity to change my behavior and habits.

It's filled with incredible stories, is easy to read, and packed with wisdom.

amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-…
Jan 13, 2023 11 tweets 2 min read
Overcoming the work-life balance struggle is easier than you think.

All you need is 3 simple phone alarms to create the balance you seek.

Here’s how: Image In my book "The 3 Alarms" I share 3 simple phone alarms that have enabled me to show up at my best on the health, work, and home fronts.

Each area is powered by a “best-self” identity that means something to me.

Here's how it works: