Posts by Mike Phillips

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When Seeking Out Expert Advice [Help] (The FRONT #62)

by Mike Phillips

When you are seeking out expert advice, or when asking for help – is today’s topic. Once you have made it into management or leadership, or maybe you are now considered an expert in a particular field. Sometimes it becomes difficult to ask for assistance, especially in the area you are supposed to be excellent at. […]

Three Ways To Connect In A Digital Age

by Mike Phillips

There are a lot of ways to connect today, here are three that are king! When you think about it there are so many ways to “connect” with other people today. I mean right now, today in 2018. Phones, Email, Chat, Text, Social Media… the list goes on. Of course, there are many, many more […]

The Invest Episode (The FRONT #61)

by Mike Phillips

You MUST invest in important things! So let’s first talk about what investing means. INVEST – To expend money or resources with the expectation of achieving a profit, material result and/or increase in resources by putting it into financial options, shares, or property, or by using it to develop a venture. TIME is one of […]

Fired Up Friday! (#9)

by Mike Phillips

Happy Friday Everyone! Here is a blast from my past from my previous podcast “RE-ignition.” This one is called “PACE and INTENSITY.” I love this episode. In fact, for several years after I recorded it, I have had several compliments. It is still one of my favorite episodes from this podcast series! Please TUNE IN and […]

Please Check Out THE FRONT Playlist!

by Mike Phillips

This week, instead of a new show… Please check out the entire FRONT playlist! In the words of my friend LeeLee Williams, Today, TODAY, today!!! Today, I am working on some extra setup and behind the scenes things that need to be done. It’s the little things that MUST be done, that often no one wants […]

Level Awareness (The FRONT #60)

by Mike Phillips

What is level awareness? As a leader, it is being competent in where your individual people and teams are at. As an individual, it is knowing yourself, knowing your ability and being confident to compete at that level. Competing at the highest level is not just about winning. It’s about preparation, courage, it’s the journey. You have to […]

Fired Up Friday (#8)

by Mike Phillips

Happy Friday Everyone! I read this quote earlier today and I think it is just awesome. Though I have read it before, just sometimes, things hit you differently. “When I thought I couldn’t go on, I forced myself to keep going. My success is based on persistence, not luck.” – Estee Lauder The reason I […]

Monitor and Measure When It’s Important (The FRONT #59)

by Mike Phillips

Monitor and measure all the time, yes, it’s always important. This episode is geared heavily toward the automotive space and third-party vendors. Performance measurement starts with the target and goal setting! Many people think that they should begin measuring once you have a set target. As a key leader, it is your job to begin […]

In Sales, Seeing Is Believing (The FRONT #58)

by Mike Phillips

Actually, In most anything, seeing is believing. Especially in leadership positions. The reason is because once someone can see something take place, or they see a goal get accomplished it starts to change how their perception is. Taking action is especially important for people in management and leadership roles. When those in leadership take action to show […]

Fired Up Friday (#7)

by Mike Phillips

Happy Friday Everyone! You will often be a beginner at something. Make sure you always give it all of your efforts. Over time, with practice and hard work, you will gain knowledge, experience, and sometimes, expertise. Everyone has got to start somewhere. When would, NOW, be a good time to start? #MUCHLOVE