Mark Stiving, Ph.D.

Are you Humble? Are you a Beast? Can you be both, a humble beast within whatever you engage. In recent call, a to a high producing VP manager I have known for 20 years asked me if I thought they were a humble person, and I told them, "No." Let me explain. Growing up in a strict religious background, I read the entire Bible by the age of twelve. As I got older, I explored other texts like the Tanakh, Quran, Talmud, Vedas, Tripitaka, Tao-Te-Ching, and many others from all over the world. These texts offered valuable insights into what humility could look like. I realized it had nothing to do with any spiritual belief although it showed up everywhere. Humility is often defined by cultural and individual perspectives. Commonly, we see it as being kind, thinking of others, and turning the other cheek. While these are noble traits, I struggled with the idea that "the meek shall inherit the earth." It seemed there had to be more to humility and meekness, something that contained some sense of vigor or real virtue, a reward perhaps. If it was that important to be discussed by so many cultures and ethnicities from ages ago right up til today than it had to wield some great value. Akira the Don, in a #musictalkover remix, explained this way. True humility means living up to your capabilities without shame but knowing when to hold back for the greater good. It's not just about being kind; it's about knowing when your influence isn't productive or beneficial and choosing not to exert it. Imagine yourself as a person who can expertly wield a sword. You carry it everywhere you go, knowing you could use it at any time to defend yourself against what you hear, what you see, etc. Your skill is recognized, and you are revered for it. While the sword might be useful in dangerous situations, it's not appropriate for everyday interactions with people. Humility and meekness, then, is having a sword and knowing how to use it in all situations yet choosing to keep it sheathed. It's not about the ability to use the sword but the strength and resolve to refrain from using it. My friend instantly realized that they were using their sword often, and the lack of sheathing it was never seen as kindness or helpful but egotistical. If you could in your mind now, amplify yourself to be twice your size with a proportionate sword, you would be a monster. But even at your current height, you can still be a beast at what you do by knowing you have the tools to get what you want inside of you and practicing restraint and humility in how you go about it is a critical element of our growth as humans. Ask yourself – is it good for them, is it good for me? If the answer is no for either, you might want to practice humility. Want to be a monster? Want to live to your fullest capacity? Open up more of your awareness and practice humility. #reachout #at1WithNature #leadchange360 #outcomeoverego

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Unlock the secret to building trust! Congratulations Larry Levine on your new book! Everyone in sales needs to run out and grab a copy. So excited for you! Learn more at https://lnkd.in/geCcSQXk #posttrustworld

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Dead ends and bottlenecks: the enemies of efficiency. Find out why documenting dysfunctional processes could be holding your business back. https://lnkd.in/gX4RMXyz

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🤔 IF... 📈 Business Systems produce results 📈 Compter Systems produce results 📈 Economic Systems produce results 📈 Education Systems produce results 📈 Production Systems produce results 🤔 Where would you place opportunity? #Dare2BCurious and book a brainstorming session.

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Succession planning is crucial for #CEOs and other key leaders due to its potential impact on the organization. This new report from Vistage Research emphasizes four key factors that make succession planning an immediate priority for CEOs. #SmallBiz #SuccessionPlanning

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incessant (/ĭn-sĕs′ənt/) = the chitter chatter about #Partnerships, #PartnerEcosystems, and partner programs. There's a lot of loose talk and "expert commentary." (Is anyone else relieved that we seem to have moved beyond the "guru" cycle??) But it's generally meaningless if everyone uses it, and hears it in a different way. nearbound.com today turned to Franz-Josef Schrepf (FJS), the person who literally wrote the book on partnerships (August publishing date) and the host of the Partner Ship podcast. Franz has spent more time thinking about this than most, and his definition hinges on several critical factors: - value for the buyer - competitive advantage - mutual benefit I recently had a fascinating conversation with Franz which will be released on the Industrial Growth Institute Podcast in the near future. He took time from being a new dad, an evangelist and authority, and running a large partner program to talk partnerships. We dove deep into ways that #IndustrialManufacturers can extrapolate lessons from SaaS marketing and sales best practices, and appropriately apply them to their industrial world. Stay tuned! And in the meantime tune into Franz' Partner Ship podcast for periodic insights. P.S. If you've ever looked into how to stream live on LinkedIn, you probably found a help article that listed several suggested platforms. StreamYard was on that list because of Franz' successfully walking his talk.

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The practice model helps thought leaders do the work they love. At Thought Leaders Business School, we focus on the work that is important to you and brings you fulfillment. Learn more about the practice model from the Thought Leaders Practice Book. Get a copy at https://hubs.li/Q02tlN4c0

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It’s easy to feel behind with artificial intelligence. If you haven’t figured out how to integrate tools like ChatGPT into your business, read this blog to learn more! 🔗 https://ow.ly/G3tF50Sbzg3 #engagingvirtualmeetings #ai

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CEO as Coach. What makes a good coach?

"Maybe the team has not kept up in capabilities to support that level of growth, maybe the business has outgrown its process and procedures from 10-15 years ago." Margin erosion is real, but you can avoid it! Learn how you can avoid margin erosion on Ep. #43 of the #FoundersGuidePost Podcast: https://lnkd.in/dXKyMiGR #ArizonaBusiness #MergersandAcquisitions #FamilyOffice #IncreaseProfits #Operations #FamilyBusiness #BusinessAttorney #BusinessPodcast #AmericanDream #ScottsdaleFoundersForum

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Manufacturing leaders, are you equipped to tackle your industry's toughest challenges? 🏭 Our latest blog post explores how the Crestcom L.E.A.D.R. program develops essential soft skills to overcome hurdles like: ✔️ Maximizing productivity and efficiency ✔️ Attracting and retaining top talent ✔️ Driving clear communication ✔️ Leading through constant change ✔️ Building high-performing teams ✔️ Increasing business acumen Crestcom can transform your manufacturing managers into effective leaders. Explore how in our blog article below: https://lnkd.in/eKUqVF5Q #Crestcom #Manufacturing #LeadershipDevelopment #SoftSkills #ChangeManagement #TeamBuilding

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Succession planning is crucial for #CEOs and other key leaders due to its potential impact on the organization. This new report from Vistage Research emphasizes four key factors that make succession planning an immediate priority for CEOs. #SmallBiz #SuccessionPlanning

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Drive your business like you’re going to sell it. The best way to succeed in business is to drive predictable profit and cash flow, predictable sustainable revenue growth, and predictable *transferable value.* That is, “Build to Sell”—even if you never intend to sell. Because when you do, your business will get easier and more fun to run as you enjoy more profit and more revenue. One of the biggest heroes of this movement is Built to Sell author John Warrillow. So glad I got tomeet him at the #EPI #exitplanningsummit with my fellow #CEPA value growth advisors. Be sure to grab John’s latest book The Art of Selling Your Business.

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Strategic questioning is a powerful tool that can lead to business growth, innovation, and stronger relationships. Learn more about how to ask the right questions in today's blog post: https://lnkd.in/gjAiCC8T

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𝗧𝗮𝗽 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝘁𝗯𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 In this video, I reveal how my book "Chatbots to Cash: Profits and Efficiency with Conversational AI" can supercharge your leads and sales. As the Founder of Manifestools, I've developed effective chatbot design methods to move the sales needle. My book shares best practices for: - Programming conversions-focused chatbots to address any customer questions - Crafting chatbot responses carefully to avoid issues while capturing new opportunities - Integrating high-performance chatbots into your website to work 24/7. 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘁𝗯𝗼𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀: 1. Purchase "Chatbots to Cash" for the proven blueprint on chatbot setup and management. 2. Learn how to implement a chatbot on your site using the guidelines and code samples. Grab it here: https://drp.li/misKx Tap into the potential of conversational AI to multiply qualified sales connections without extra effort. Schedule a chat to discuss how chatbots can boost your profits. #contentcreatortips #creativepreneurship #contentmarketingtips #contentcreationstrategy #contentcreatorsofinstagram #digitalskills #branddevelopment #digitalbranding #branddevelopment #linkedinstrategy #digitalbrand #branding101 #creativecontentcreator #digitalbrand #contentmarketingtips #creativecontent #contentcreatortips #contentcreatorsofinstagram #contentcreationstrategy #brandstyle

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Five reasons to invest in next-generation collaboration tools https://lnkd.in/gZfd-Upp #coillaborate #collaboration #thecollaborationeffect #collaborationtools

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Entrepreneurial organizations have two types of leaders: Visionaries and Integrators. Together, the Visionary and the Integrator create Rocket Fuel, which launches businesses to higher levels of success. Take our Crystallizer Assessment to find out where you fall on the spectrum: https://lnkd.in/dVRyK3xz

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Entrepreneurial organizations have two types of leaders: Visionaries and Integrators. Together, the Visionary and the Integrator create Rocket Fuel, which launches businesses to higher levels of success. Take our Crystallizer Assessment to find out where you fall on the spectrum: https://lnkd.in/dVRyK3xz

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