Chatting with Sara Mathew, CEO of D&B

One of the most inspiring speakers at the Neuroleadership Summit in San Francisco in November was Sara Mathew, CEO of D&B, (Dun & Bradstreet). I was fortunate to spend some time with Sara later, and was further inspired by our conversation, I asked her if we could turn the camera on for a few minutes to share the insights with you here.

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I loved her comments on the journey to success – “dare to dream, dream big, never stop dreaming” and “take risks… focus on solutions” and especially “focus on being a learning leader”. This was particularly relevant as Sara had openly shared her failings, learnings and decisions that have made her the outstanding leader she is today.

Leadership development is a result of personal growth; a commitment to learning, an awareness of your thoughts, feelings, reactions and responses, and the conversations you have.

If you’re keen to develop your leadership, drop me a line!

You might have specific outcomes in mind, (if not, we’ll get to that) or you might just want what Peter’s got!

“What I’ve achieved due to coaching with Kerrie Phipps is beyond my wildest dreams. I’m now a lot more effective and organised with my time and at the peak of my game.” Peter Hamilton, Engineer

 

Early Days Interview Unearthed!

Colin Ahearn, Kerrie Phipps and Shelley Taylor-Smith at Conversations With Entrepreneurs, Perth

Isn’t it cool to stumble upon something that you had almost forgotten?!

I just discovered recently that the very first TV interview I did about entrepreneurs  is now online, having been posted just a few days before Christmas. I was in Perth, following the Western Australia book launch of Lifting The Lid On Quiet Achievers in Port Hedland, and Borders bookstore was the venue for my very first Conversations With Entrepreneurs. City of Perth TV was invited to the event, and this was the recording as they asked me about my thinking and experiences that led me to start my own business, to coach regional entrepreneurs and leaders, and why I chose to interview and write about them.

You’ll get that I’m a bit passionate about the “untapped possibilities in regional Australia”. So if you’ve got a dream buried beneath your busy-ness, get it out and go for it! If you’re just a little discouraged – focus on what’s possible and – Go For It!!

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I was reminded this week of the difference between successful businesses and struggling businesses. It’s actually not much at all. I’ve seen some business owners struggling with a lack of customers, family/time pressures, a sense of overwhelm and high stress levels, but all that’s needed is a fresh perspective, a clear plan (usually only small tweaks and consistent action needed) and a positive attitude. This is challenging however, to create on your own – and as I have worked with a coach every year I’ve been in business, I can recommend coaching in all honesty and integrity. I don’t even mind if you don’t choose me as your coach, as I only work with a small group of highly motivated leaders, but get an excellent coach (and I have a few I refer to) or contact me and see the difference a coaching relationship can make to your life and business.

Cheering you on,
Kerrie

PS. You may not currently see yourself as highly motivated, but if you know it’s in you, just buried under busyness and other ‘stuff’ (thinking) get on the journey of accountability and encouragement, and your motivation will return.

 

The Hub – Bathurst

Who loves a fabulous cafe?

We were delighted to discover The HUB Espresso Bar & Eatery in Bathurst recently, having lunched there with friends. We went back the next morning for breakfast before traveling home and were further impressed. Apart from the fact that they have the best gluten-free bread ever (fruit toast, sourced from a local bakery) all of the food was high quality, the service was prompt, the staff friendly and helpful – and the vibe! It felt like many people were regulars – I sensed that (apart from the obvious) it’s a place that’s consistently good, so many locals would make The HUB their meeting place. I certainly would if I lived in Bathurst.

I had a little chat with Ross (Owner) and I love his strategic thinking. He obviously loves what he does, and I noticed a lovely rapport between him and his customers, and staff, but it’s not enough to love what you do – strategic thinking makes an incredible difference to the outcomes you create!

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So as we step into 2012, I have two big questions for you – simple but profound -

  1. Do you love what you do?
  2. Are you strategic about what you do?

Let me know if you’d like the inspiring, significant outcomes of discovering or rediscovering your passsion, and thinking strategically about what you do, so that you can work with ease and greater impact in the areas that matter to you. A free 20 minute consult can help you clarify your thinking and and answer some questions you may have about coaching and the difference it makes.

Let’s make 2012 a year of living purposefully and making a greater difference.

Cheering you on,
Kerrie

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