As launchers, we tend to think that our ideas are so great that they’ll sell themselves. We spend months perfecting the idea and then decide to brush over the communication and presentation. But a great idea with bad communication is a stalled idea. [Read more…] about The 10 Biggest Pitching Mistakes
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Why Your Elevator Pitch Isn’t Working
You pinpointed a problem and came up with an award-winning solution. Check.
You learned the importance of having an elevator pitch. Check.
You had the opportunity to put your elevator pitch to use. Check.
Unfortunately, even with all of your preparation, your pitch didn’t work. [Read more…] about Why Your Elevator Pitch Isn’t Working
The Five Stages of Design Thinking
Design Thinking is a trendy term these days, and for good reason! More and more launchers and businesses are learning about the power of this empathy-driven methodology to solve problems. [Read more…] about The Five Stages of Design Thinking
30 Powerful Things You Can Do Right Now
Sometimes goals, projects, and plans are so big and lofty that it’s hard to feel like we’re moving the needle on anything. Get your mind unstuck and refreshed with these 30 powerful things you can start and finish all in a few minutes. [Read more…] about 30 Powerful Things You Can Do Right Now
4 Ways to Prove You’re Ready for Advancement
Ah, the fresh start of a new year. Whether or not you believe in resolutions, it’s hard not to dream and plan for all the things you want to accomplish over the next 12 months. According to Inc., in 2019, 16% of people want to find a new job this year, 32% of people want to earn more money, and 26% of people want to grow their skill set.
What does this mean for you? [Read more…] about 4 Ways to Prove You’re Ready for Advancement
Empower Your Team To Solve Problems Together
When was the last time your team or company encountered a problem? Yesterday? Last week?
Chances are, it was recent.
Who solved that problem? Most likely—if it was an operational problem—your operations leader handled it. Your marketing leader probably stayed far away, because it wasn’t their problem to solve.
This is how most businesses address issues. Your department, your project, your problem. But what if there was a more efficient way to solve problems and better your culture? What if your marketing leader could have had a great solution to the operational problem? [Read more…] about Empower Your Team To Solve Problems Together