Author: Don Yaeger

Jill Billhorn, CDW’s Senior Vice President of Corporate Sales, asks: In a world where distraction is at an all-time high, can you keep someone engaged?

Written on March 8, 2021.

Jill Billhorn CDW’s Senior Vice President of Corporate Sales, asks: In a world where distraction is at an all-time high, can you keep someone engaged? Corporate Competitor Podcast Episode 13 [chevron-down] Search Episodes Search by name, company or episode number. Generic...

What A Tech CEO, Luka And An Iceberg Can Teach You About Success

Written on March 3, 2021.

We’ve all worked somewhere where the walls are adorned by those inspirational posters of a majestic iceberg peacefully towering above blue waters representing “success.” Then below the surface, the glacier’s bigger, bulkier mass symbolizes all the hidden challenges endured. Be advised, the poster reminds us, that the leaders who are willing to go through that bigger, bulkier phase of their journey soon find themselves...

After Failure, Here Are 2 Indicators For Future Success Learned From NBA Champs

Written on February 24, 2021.

Whether you’re a leader at a Fortune 500 company or a seasoned veteran on a team ripe with young talent, there are moments that “cross the line,” and how you respond truly showcases your capacity for greatness. This week, I watched the NBA’s Golden State Warriors suffer an embarrassing defeat and then counter it with two steps that truly indicate success is in their near future. Two habits...

Sean Kerins, COO of Arrow Electronics, Says: The further you go, the less you know

Written on February 22, 2021.

Sean Kerins COO of Arrow Electronics, Says: The further you go, the less you know Corporate Competitor Podcast Episode 33 [chevron-down] Search Episodes Search by name, company or episode number. Generic...

Keith Hoskins, Navy Federal Credit Union’s executive Vice President Branch Operations, asks: Can You remain Calm when Your Senses hit Overload?

Written on February 17, 2021.

Keith Hoskins Navy Federal Credit Union’s Executive Vice President Branch Operations, Asks: Can You Remain Calm When Your Senses Hit Overload? Corporate Competitor Podcast Episode 32 [chevron-down] Search Episodes Search by name, company or episode number. Generic...

Why Quitting Duke Basketball Strokes The Wrong Key For Top NBA Prospect

Written on February 17, 2021.

College basketball’s most concerning headline this week is far deeper than the one-and-done conversation that typically is generated when the NCAA’s best players spend a little more than one semester as a full-fledged student-athlete. That topic has already been debated ad nauseam, so I won’t address the elephant in that room. Instead, my concern is with the piano in the corner of the room. We all have either owned...

Kyle Carpenter, Medal of Honor Recipient, says: You Are Worth It

Written on February 16, 2021.

Kyle Carpenter Medal of Honor Recipient, says: You Are Worth It Corporate Competitor Podcast Episode 31 [chevron-down] Search Episodes Search by name, company or episode number. Generic selectors Exact...

Besides Brady, These 2 Keys Fueled Tampa Bay To Super Bowl Success

Written on February 11, 2021.

Gallons of ink have already spilled out about 7-time Super Bowl Champion quarterback Tom Brady leading the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to their first Lombardi Trophy in 18 seasons. National media outlets had already hit send on hundreds of tributes to TB-12 as he and his teammates set sail around the City of Tampa’s riverfront for their celebratory parade. Brady has won more Super Bowl titles than any NFL franchise, but...

Gen. Maryanne Miller, United States Air Force, asks: If duty calls, will you be ready?

Written on February 9, 2021.

Gen. Maryanne Miller United States Air Force, asks: If duty calls, will you be ready? Corporate Competitor Podcast Episode 30 [chevron-down] Search Episodes Search by name, company or episode number. Generic...