Boost Your Salesforce Projects: The Ultimate Guide to Partner Strategies
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Boost Your Salesforce Projects: The Ultimate Guide to Partner Strategies

As a professional who has spent over a decade immersed in the Salesforce ecosystem, frequently asked questions about strategies from customers are part and parcel of my daily routine. Whether it’s during a casual chat at a conference or in a formal consultation, the inquiry often boils down to: “What is the best strategy for…

The Emotional Power of Giving Thanks in Business
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The Emotional Power of Giving Thanks in Business

In the fast-paced world of tech and business, we often find ourselves moving from one task to the next without taking a moment to reflect and appreciate. At Salesforce, a culture of gratitude is ingrained in our ethos, and we make it a point to say “Thank you” during our presentations and interactions. But how…

From Good to Great: The Final Push for Excellence
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From Good to Great: The Final Push for Excellence

As the football season in the UK comes to a close, there’s much to reflect upon, particularly for Arsenal fans. Mikel Arteta has taken the club on an incredible journey, transforming a team once out of European competition to one that has come agonisingly close to winning the Premier League two years in a row….

Harnessing GRIT in the Sydney Hoka Runaway Half Marathon
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Harnessing GRIT in the Sydney Hoka Runaway Half Marathon

“GRIT is that indomitable spirit that pushes you to stand up one more time than you’ve been knocked down. It’s not just about enduring but about charging forward despite the obstacles.” Dr. Jim Taylor Introduction:In a follow-up to my reflections on resilience in the worlds of marathons and business, my completion of the Sydney Hoka…

Chicken-Fried Values & Salesforce – Striking the Right Chords
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Chicken-Fried Values & Salesforce – Striking the Right Chords

Happy Friday, everyone! As the author Richard Nelson Bolles once said, “Always remember that Fridays are the golden clasp that binds the volume of the week.” For those familiar with my playlist, you know my passion for country music runs deep. Currently, “Chicken Fried” by Zac Brown Band is getting the most plays (check it…

Becoming Indispensable in Tech: 5 Lessons from Seth Godin’s Linchpin to help you succeed in the Salesforce Ecosystem
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Becoming Indispensable in Tech: 5 Lessons from Seth Godin’s Linchpin to help you succeed in the Salesforce Ecosystem

Having just finished Seth Godin’s Linchpin: Are You Indispensable?, I found myself reflecting on its insights into creativity, innovation, and emotional intelligence, and how these principles profoundly align with my experiences in the Salesforce ecosystem. Godin’s teachings, while broad and universally applicable, hold specific weight for business professionals looking to make their mark in a…

Patience Reimagined: Insights from Life and Leadership’s Labyrinth
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Patience Reimagined: Insights from Life and Leadership’s Labyrinth

It’s been almost eight years since I last blogged on patience. Back in Thailand, patiently waiting for our Australian work visas, I wrote, “Patience is keeping going, being active and productive when progress is hard and slow. It’s the capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without getting angry or upset.” This reflection,…

Bulls-Eye: Eight Business Lessons from The Last Dance
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Bulls-Eye: Eight Business Lessons from The Last Dance

In the realm of sports documentaries, the saga of the Chicago Bulls’ final championship run stands as a beacon for understanding the intricacies of team success, leadership, and the dynamics of building a winning culture. This journey, while significantly buoyed by the presence of basketball legend Michael Jordan, offers profound insights that transcend the sheer…

The Twenty-Ninth Surge: Business Breakthroughs with Leap Day
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The Twenty-Ninth Surge: Business Breakthroughs with Leap Day

Every four years, February 29 not only adds an extra day to our calendars but also presents a pivotal opportunity for businesses to pause, reflect, and strategically plan for the future. This additional day is a reminder of humanity’s ongoing quest for precision and alignment, both with the natural world and within our professional endeavours….

Nurturing Growth and Resilience: Business Lessons from the Forest
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Nurturing Growth and Resilience: Business Lessons from the Forest

In the captivating narrative of “The Hidden Life of Trees” by Peter Wohlleben, we delve into the complex and interconnected world of forests, where trees communicate, support, and sustain each other through an intricate network. This remarkable natural phenomenon provides profound insights, particularly relevant to the dynamic fields of sales, marketing, and digital ecosystems where…