Jan 16, 2018 | Season 1
In this time of disruption in business, what do you need to know to be certain that you can reposition yourself for success? First off, know that it is MUCH tougher to reposition than to position a business or career. With that in mind, Scott McKain reveals on today’s PROJECT DISTINCT what you need to consider for successful repositioning.
Jan 15, 2018 | Season 1
Believe it or not, baseball Hall of Fame Ted Williams is one of the inspirations of billionaire Warren Buffett. In his study of hitting a baseball, Williams broke down the strike zone into 77 spots – then, analyzed where the “sweet spots” were that would give him a greater probability of getting a hit. Buffett decided to do the same to determine where his financial “sweet spots” were. On today’s PROJECT DISTINCT, Scott McKain asks you an important question about distinction: Where is YOUR “sweet spot”?
Jan 11, 2018 | Season 1
With so many changes in the marketplace — particularly in generational shifts and technology advancements — what worked for you as a manager a short while ago may not be the best approach today. Here are six steps to help you improve your management stye as you lead your team to distinction!
Jan 10, 2018 | Season 1
Virtuoso performer and speaker Mike Rayburn recently asked his followers to consider a VERY challenging question. It’s a question that will challenge you when you ask it of yourself — and one that you may not have the fortitude to pose to your customers. Yet, as we discuss on today’s PROJECT DISTINCT, it’s one that may transform your business — and, maybe, even your life.
Jan 9, 2018 | Season 1
To celebrate hitting #1 on Amazon.com’s charts for ebooks on small business, customer relations, AND marketing & sales — here’s an excerpt from the upcoming release of the audiobook version of “ALL Business is STILL Show Business! Today’s PROJECT DISTINCT covers pacing and focus — two important elements required for success in show business — and YOUR business!
Jan 8, 2018 | Season 1
Increased competition, changing product lines, shifting customer preferences, price sensitivity — sound like your business? It describes many — and it applies specifically to grocery stores. On today’s PROJECT DISTINCT, Scott McKain first speaks to the controversy from yesterday’s segment about hiriing new employees — then outlines why grocery retailers (and your business) must consider more than products to keep and grow their customer base.