(Image credit: Pexels image/SmartBrief illustration)Weaving Influence is a full-service digital marketing agency. Since launching 10 years ago, Weaving Influence has helped clients launch more than 150 books, carving its niche in working with authors, thought leaders,...

(Image credit: SmartBrief illustration)For decades, I’ve advised CEOs about advisory boards, from whether to create one to why they ultimately work. Truth be told, most don’t, not because they can’t be valuable, but because most CEOs fail to proactively identify,...

(Image credit: Greg Gjerdingen/Flickr)Madison Square Garden in July 1928 was buzzing with motor car enthusiasts, press and curious spectators, as a major industry event was unfolding. The site amplified the fanfare surrounding the introduction of a new automobile...

(Image credit: SmartBrief illustration)Most of us have no idea of what to do with our lives. Even after school. We expect our careers to lead us down the road to happiness. Even after we get paychecks. We’ve seen the slick advertisements that promise that money can...

(Image credit: Pexels)It’s easy to think that burnout is an individual’s responsibility to “solve.” That cutting back hours or putting boundaries in place will reduce burnout. Or perhaps that time management and productivity hacks are a panacea for getting more done...

(Image credit: Pixabay)Strong emotions can derail even the most stable leader, given the right timing and circumstances. When we feel we’re at the mercy of our rage, anger or resentment, we react swiftly, only to have regrets later. We stay on the hamster wheel of...

Almost every aspect of effective communication is about finding the common ground between you and the person you’re trying to reach. We all have our own personalities and preferred communication styles. We also tend to gravitate toward people whose style resonates...

(Image credit: SmartBrief illustration)“Avoid hybrid meetings at all costs!” That was the common advice many a meeting consultant and communication expert gave prior to the pandemic. Why? Hybrid meetings can be hard. With attendees being able to join in person, via...

(Image credit: SmartBrief illustration)In previous productivity steps, we planned our work (Step 1), put systems into place to keep our people informed and in sync (Step 2) and rolled up our sleeves to get work done (Step 3). This post goes deeper on Step 4,...