Leading Blog

APRIL 16, 2020

Jack Trout on the simple approach to success: “Trying harder, believing in yourself, walking on fire, and saying, ‘yes I can’ are not steps up the ladder of success. Source: The Power of Simplicity by Jack Trout with Steve Rivkin. I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives.

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Trout Rivkin Welch Open-book 248

Harvard Business Review

APRIL 5, 2012

I am deeply indebted to Al Ries and Jack Trout for advancing branding with their classic book, Positioning: The Battle for Your Mind , in which they introduce the concept of positioning, defined as the brand perception residing in a person's mind. It is an excellent book in many ways and still relevant.

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Trout Ries Brand Retail 12

Lead on Purpose

OCTOBER 23, 2009

I had listened to a podcast and read positive reviews about the book, so I was happy to receive a copy. I say “receive&# because a friend of mine gave me the book with a personalized autograph from the author. As I began reading them it didn’t take me long to realize the power of this book. Trust is the glue.

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Succession Covey Trout Godin 154

CEO Blog

AUGUST 21, 2012

Guide books often give directions. Bass and perch are not very specific and will strike almost anything unlike trout which are picky and hard to catch. How do you know where the portages are? We used Hap Wilson's Temagami Canoe Routes. Occasionally a previous tripper has tied a ribbon on a tree or marked a tree.

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FAQ Trout Comparison Advice 113

Miles Anthony Smith

AUGUST 7, 2018

It’s why I wrote my book Why Leadership Sucks™ … to highlight the fact that servant leadership is the best way to go. What is the number #1 book you recommend for learning how to become a better leader (boss/manager or leading self)? But this post isn’t all about me and only my advice.

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Leadership Self-aware Learning-by-Doing Open-book 102

Persuasive Powerhouse

SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

Turns out he was just a normal guy who loves trout fishing. I was very nervous about the situation so I brushed up on my current events, political knowledge and business principles hoping to be able to effectively converse with the man. Sachin: September 13, 2010 at 4:10 am Mary Jo, I agree that this is crucial for supervisors.

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Blog Self-aware Trout Learning-by-Doing 172

Harvard Business Review

JULY 28, 2016

These spaces are different for everyone — quiet cafes, book clubs , trout streams, karate classes, poker nights — but they are important for maintaining our identities and our sense of peace.

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Stress Trout Hotels Survey 8