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By: Slacker Kudos and Odds and Ends : Slacker Manager - Management and Leadership Advice - How to Be a Good Manager

Fri, 22 May 2009 07:12:16 +0000

[...] Recession Proof Your Life – I was in Canada recently to share a presentation based on my first book 10 Ways to Make It Great! I shared the slides and information at my personal blog. [...]

By: Phil Gerbyshak

Phil Gerbyshak — Sat, 09 May 2009 14:18:20 +0000

Kevin – That’s great feedback! I do that in my book, but for some reason, I didn’t make the action steps crystal clear in the presentation. I’ll definitely include them in my next presentation and share the deck again. Thank you for sharing the feedback!

By: Kevin Salwen

Kevin Salwen — Fri, 08 May 2009 14:05:42 +0000

Phil…. Very smart presentation. I especially like the part about networking — getting outside the same old pond. That’s tough for people.

I’m wondering, do you have action steps that people are taking right there? Meet 3 people around them? Write out 3 steps they might take before the end of the week (and have a buddy to answer to)? What I find on these things is that folks get inspired (and they definitely would here) and then drop the ball when “life” gets back in the way, usually in about 15 minutes….

I’m sure you’ve thought of all that, but thought I’d just drop it in here.

Peace
K

By: Phil Gerbyshak

Phil Gerbyshak — Fri, 08 May 2009 12:56:27 +0000

Almost on a plane…ready to leave from Ottawa back to Milwaukee.

Imperfect action indeed. I’m going to work Gio into my presentation. Great idea!

By: Hilary

Hilary — Fri, 08 May 2009 12:53:41 +0000

Hi Phil .. great – glad you’re even happier .. perhaps you’re on a plane too?

I didn’t pick up the E .. bit .. execute the imperfect action is what Gio would say ..

Thanks – Hilary

By: Phil Gerbyshak

Phil Gerbyshak — Fri, 08 May 2009 12:44:36 +0000

Thanks George! I’m a simple guy, so putting words behind my ideas really helps me remember them and drive them home.

Take off – I like that. Thanks for the suggestion. VERY helpful!

By: George Krueger

George Krueger — Fri, 08 May 2009 12:36:13 +0000

Phil – I loved how with your final point on Execution, you turned the PLAN into a PLANE! I’m ready to take off!

By: Phil Gerbyshak

Phil Gerbyshak — Fri, 08 May 2009 12:31:25 +0000

Thanks very much Hilary! I’m so glad you liked the article and that you find it simple and relevant! What more could a guy ask!

Glad you stopped by! Always wonderful to hear from you!

By: Hilary

Hilary — Fri, 08 May 2009 07:04:54 +0000

Hi Phil .. your character comes through .. to me it does here in the UK! Lots of bounce and bubbly .. and I’m sure the actual presentation was huge fun with lots of learning points.

The presentation seems to be extremely well put together .. simple, clear and to the point – PLAN .. I loved the work part of network .. net – could be catch your fish too .. find your audience.

Re the pond .. absolutely I can see what you’re saying .. that’s why I really like working with Giovanna Garcia of Imperfect Action .. I love her approach to life, her common sense and her real love of people ..

Your networking questions are very pertinent and immediately hit home ..
- what ponds need the value you can share? – who needs your help today? – who knows what you can do and sings your praises?

Uniqueness too .. is something, I’ve learnt, is very relevant ..

Hilary Melton-Butcher
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