The E-Impact Blog
Bob’s thoughts on being a generous leader and making a positive impact in the world.
Constraint Inspires Creativity
Creativity doesn’t mean complexity. Sometimes we have to put some parameters on our efforts to really feel free.
How to Out-Love Your Competition
There are a lot of things you can do to outdo your opponents but perhaps the greatest is love. Practice loving better to be more effective.
Is it Your Fault or a Problem?
You won’t always be right. Acknowledge that it was your fault is necessary for good leadership.
"Tell Me Something New"
You must ask people meaningful questions if you want to maintain a relationship. It’s the little conversations, not the big events that cement a bond.
The Greatest Thing We Can Give Someone is Attention
Attention is something you are consistently giving.
Is it something you are intentionally giving?
Grit is More Important Than Talent
Grit is underrated these days. It’s not the only part of success but guarantees you’ll exhaust every opportunity.
Your Calendar is Your Time Budget
Time is infinitely valuable. So, why don’t we budget it it better?
Belief • Emotions • Actions • Results
The acronym B.E.A.R. is a great way to explain how to be successful in the positive impact space.
The Individual is More Relatable Than the Institution
You have a brand whether you realize it or not. Being unique is good and it’s best to share your story.
Successful People Say “No”
You have to learn to say “no”. Otherwise, your definition of success will be skewed.
The First Step to the Top of the Mountain
Your biggest challenges should be the ones you desire. Taking the first step is the hardest part.
Watch Your Behavior
The way you behave is a way of communicating with others. But, did you know it’s also a way to “speak” with yourself?
How to Be an Expert Architect
An architect needs to attention to detail to be successful. They also need a great memory. The work you have done to build your network is no different. Pay attention to the finer points that people share with you and come back to them.
Credibility is Power
Credibility is hard to build and hard to measure. It’s more like power than strength.
People Buy What They’re Told
We make buying decisions every day, whether with money or not. However, we love to be told what buy and today’s technology feeds us what we want to hear.
How to Listen to People Who Believe in You
The people who believe you don’t often question your actions. But, those are the people who actually should - and you should listen. There is an active process in which you need to participate to gather their feedback.
How to Avoid a Reactive Morning
Mornings are terrible for overstimulation. The brain needs to “wake up” too. Interestingly, it’s a time for action, not reaction. Planning a morning is something that will help productivity for then and the rest of the day.
Author(ity)
Writing is a tremendous habit. It helps you form thoughts, contemplate deeper, develop critical thinking skills, and perhaps most valuable of all, generate authority.