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Rob Brodo, Jim Brodo, and Joseph Gekoski founded Advantexe Learning Solutions in 2006 to improve the business acumen of client organizations. Rob says, "I am unfortunately startled by the lack of business acumen and leadership acumen of people who work for large companies: the fact that they don’t understand their own strategy and that they don’t understand how their own performance is measured." Learn how Rob and Advantexe are changing the future of #education. https://bit.ly/3xwIfSe

My entrepreneurial odyssey began not with a sudden revelation, but within the empowering community of Junior Chamber International (JCI). This was more than an introduction to leadership and training; it was an awakening to the potential of making a local impact and the power of uniting with others who shared a vision of positive change. This experience laid the foundation for a belief that has since guided my path: the transformative potential of mastermind alliances. Embracing this principle, I became dedicated to not just joining, but creating mastermind groups. This wasn’t merely about personal or professional gain; it was about contributing to a larger ecosystem of innovation, support, and societal benefit. A true mastermind alliance, I realized, thrives on mutual growth, diverse perspectives, and a commitment to each other’s success. Incorporating these lessons, ThriveXL 360’s coaching program is designed to endow each client with a mastermind group that is not just aligned with their industry but also primed for maximum growth, development, and leadership. This process isn’t unilateral; it involves the active engagement of the client to ensure that the group not only matches their current industry focus but also harbors the potential for expansive growth beyond their initial entrepreneurial aspirations. Here are the pillars that make such a mastermind group effective: Diversity and Innovation: We ensure that the group’s composition is diverse, combining various backgrounds to foster a rich bed of innovation and insight. Structured Engagement: Regular, structured meetings form the backbone of interaction, ensuring continuous momentum and development. Rules, Respect, and Reciprocity: Clear guidelines govern interactions, establishing a balanced exchange of value and a culture of mutual respect. Leadership and Commitment: Strong leadership and unwavering commitment from each member create a resilient and dynamic group environment. Confidentiality and Purpose: A focus on confidentiality and a clear, growth-oriented agenda guide every meeting, aligning individual contributions towards collective goals. ThriveXL 360’s approach goes beyond traditional coaching. By carefully crafting industry-focused mastermind groups with our clients, we ensure a foundation that not only solidifies their business’s success but also enhances their sense of ownership and autonomy. As we reflect on the power of collaborative success, I invite you to consider: What would your ideal mastermind group look like, and what aspirations would you bring to it? How do you envision such a collaboration fueling your growth and expanding your entrepreneurial horizon? Share your thoughts and let’s explore the infinite possibilities of collective ambition. #ThriveXL360 #EntrepreneurialJourney #MastermindSuccess

On this Teachers' Day, I want to thank someone who shared with us the most valuable gift – his time. 🙏 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞. A couple of weeks ago, my ASCENT Trust Group had the privilege of a Boardroom session with Mr. Harsh Mariwala. He handpicked four businesses from the group and brainstormed growth ideas, helped us see through our limitations, and addressed key challenges. His insights reminded me that learning doesn’t stop in the classroom – it’s an ongoing journey, and leaders like Mr. Mariwala continue to inspire us with their wisdom. Mr. Mariwala’s generosity with his time and advice has left a lasting impact on us. While I cannot share specifics (discussions in every Ascent Trust Group are safe and confidential), I'd like to share 𝐬𝐢𝐱 𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 that have already begun shaping our approach to business and leadership: 1. 𝐊𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 The entrepreneur is the fire that fuels new ideas. Delegation is key, but the flame of passion and vision must never dim. 2. 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐬 Always know why you are winning. Identify your strengths and continuously improve on them. Hire the right talent or bring in consultants to address weaknesses and keep progressing. 3. 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 Reserve a percentage of profits for growth, and stay disciplined about it. Growth needs a plan, not excuses. 4. 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐔𝐒𝐏 Once you've nailed your unique selling proposition, ensure your clients know exactly why you stand out. Don’t let your value remain a secret. 5. 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤, 𝐑𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐭 Change is the only constant. The market evolves, and so must you. Sometimes that means building a new team capable of navigating disruption and embracing new technologies. 6. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐭𝐲𝐩𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 Before scaling a new idea, test it thoroughly. Prototyping helps to nail down the details and avoid scaling mistakes. Mr. Mariwala, thank you once again for being our guide in this journey. Your time, insights, and teachings will continue to drive us forward. With Sahil Shah Vignesh SK Jinesh Bhayani Shreekunj Chandak Roshiel Zaveri Rachit Shah Mehul Vajir

Who's your mentor? My first mentors were two physicists at Intel, Ravi and Terry, it was my first tech job and they helped form my relationship with work and technology. Even though they weren't technically entrepreneurs they also inspired my entrepreneurial spirit, I will forever be grateful to them. Even now I have mentors in three different areas of my work, and bring mentorship into my coaching/advising with many clients. Having a personal mentor is invaluable when we wish to gain or maintain mastery in a subject, skill, or practice. Whom can you ask? 🤔 If you have a mentor, when was the last time you acknowledged how they contribute to your life? __________________________________________________ 👋 I'm Dave, an advisor and credentialed coach covering all things business acceleration and leadership. Owners hire me to break through the glass ceiling, so that they can double their profits in less than a year. If you are ready for change reach out for my personal masterclass. __________________________________________________

Investing in people is the true path to sustainable success. Every leader should embrace the ethos of continuous development and nurturing talent within their teams. It's the people, not just the strategies, that drive our businesses forward through coaching and mentoring.

Did you know less than 5% of businesses in the US achieve over $1M in annual revenue? Whether you are a startup, scaling up or a well-established business, a mentor's experience can be your greatest asset. A business mentor accelerates growth by: ✅ Providing Expertise: They offer industry-specific knowledge and insights that can help you avoid common mistakes and make informed decisions. ✅ Objective Perspective: Coaches provide an unbiased view of your business, helping you identify blind spots and areas for improvement. ✅ Goal Setting and Accountability: They assist in setting clear, actionable goals and hold you accountable, ensuring steady progress. ✅ Skill Development: Coaches help enhance leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills, crucial for business growth. ✅ Network Access: They often have extensive networks, which can open doors to new opportunities, partnerships, and resources. ✅ Time Management: By streamlining processes and prioritizing tasks, coaches help you use your time more effectively. ✅ Motivation and Confidence: They provide encouragement and boost your confidence, helping you stay motivated and focused on your growth objectives. These factors combined lead to faster and more sustainable business growth. Visit my website to learn more: https://bit.ly/44szt2E #BusinessMentor #ScaleUp #GrowthMinded #Vistage

Join us this Wednesday, 1 May 2024, from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM for our weekly online CEO SkillShare Programme. This session features an enlightening presentation by Prof HB Klopper, Executive Dean of Teaching, Learning and Research at The DaVinci Business School for Technology Management. Prof. Klopper brings a wealth of experience in higher education and leadership, having played a pivotal role in academic strategic planning, research development, and community engagement. His comprehensive background ensures a deep understanding of the dynamics for navigating future business strategies in a globalised and technologically evolving landscape. Event Details: 🌟 Speaker: Prof. HB Klopper 🌟 Topic: "Navigating Tomorrow: Cultivating a Competitive Mindset for Future Business Strategies" 🌟 Date: Wednesday Evening, 1 May 2024 🌟 Time: 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM SAST 🌟 Platform: Zoom (https://lnkd.in/d7R6bwZP) About Prof. HB Klopper: Prof. Klopper is renowned for his significant contributions to higher education, particularly in strategic leadership and innovation. As a committed educator and researcher, he has dedicated over 25 years to empowering and developing individuals through transformative education and practical application of complexity thinking, evolutionary economics, and innovation systems. His commitment to enhancing organisational adaptability and leadership capabilities makes him an authoritative voice in the discourse on future business strategies. What You Will Learn: ✅ Strategies to cultivate a competitive mindset essential for the future of business. ✅ Insights into the latest trends in change, globalisation, innovation, and technology affecting business strategies. ✅ Practical approaches to apply complexity thinking and innovation systems in daily business operations. ✅ Ways to enhance organisational resilience and adaptability in a volatile market. Why You Should Attend: This session is necessary for any business leader aiming to transform their approach and secure a competitive edge in today's volatile market. Gain actionable insights from a leading expert, network with like-minded professionals, and set your business on a path to substantial growth and success. 📌 RSVP Now: Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with the CEO Business Club community. Register here to secure your spot! We welcome you to a night of transformative insights and strategic foresight. See you there! #ceobusinessclub #businessgrowth #entrepreneurship

I’ve been fortunate to learn from the best teachers. But my biggest lessons haven’t come from classrooms or textbooks. With Teacher's Day approaching, I’ve been reflecting on the lessons that have shaped me the most. My three greatest unconventional teachers are: My Team, My Customers & My Mistakes. 𝟏. 𝐌𝐲 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦: My team is my backbone. Each member brings unique strengths and perspectives, and if you listen closely, you'll find that they can teach you more than any business course ever could. The most important lesson my team has taught me? Humility. In leadership, the best ideas often come from the collective, not the top. Leadership isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about empowering others to bring their best ideas forward. When you create an environment where everyone feels valued, your company becomes more innovative, resilient, and successful. 𝟐. 𝐌𝐲 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬: If you want to know how well you’re doing, ask your customers. They’re the ultimate judges of your product and your business. Over the years, I’ve realized that customers aren’t just buyers—they’re partners in the journey. It's not about getting defensive when customers point out flaws. It’s about being open to their experiences and using their insights to make your product better. Listening to your customers and acting on their feedback isn’t just good business—it’s essential for growth. 𝟑. 𝐌𝐲 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬: Mistakes are often seen as failures. But in reality, they’re some of the most powerful teachers. The lessons you learn from mistakes stick with you because they come with a healthy dose of humility and introspection. When I first started, I was terrified of making mistakes. But as time went on, I realized that mistakes aren’t just inevitable—they’re necessary. Each mistake is an opportunity to learn and grow stronger. Mistakes teach you what success often can’t. ----- As I celebrate Teacher's Day, I’m grateful for these unconventional educators who’ve shaped me into the founder I am today. P.S. I’d love to know who your greatest teacher is. Share in the comments below! #teachersday #leadership #customer #growthmindset #entrepreneur

𝑮𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝒅𝒐𝒏'𝒕 𝒋𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒃𝒖𝒊𝒍𝒅 𝒃𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒔; 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒚 𝒃𝒖𝒊𝒍𝒅 𝒑𝒆𝒐𝒑𝒍𝒆 𝒘𝒉𝒐 𝒃𝒖𝒊𝒍𝒅 𝒃𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒔. Mentorship and coaching have been the cornerstones of my journey as an entrepreneur and investor. Over the years, I have realised that the true value in business isn't just about numbers and profits—it's about people. When you invest time and resources into developing your team, you create a foundation that can scale and sustain success. Starting from my early days at Alexander Mann, working out of a small office, I learned that the right mentorship can transform potential into performance. This belief carried through to my time on Dragons' Den, where backing passionate individuals with innovative ideas was as rewarding as it was strategic. 𝘾𝙤𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙨𝙣'𝙩 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙙𝙞𝙘𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙢𝙨; 𝙞𝙩'𝙨 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙜𝙪𝙞𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜, 𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙫𝙞𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙤𝙤𝙡𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙚𝙣𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙚𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙡 𝙥𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙖𝙡. As markets evolve, so must our approaches. Training and development aren't one-time events but ongoing processes. Embracing this philosophy has allowed me to build and lead teams that not only adapt but thrive amid change. Whether it's through my work with the Recruitment Entrepreneur platform or my various speaking engagements, my message remains consistent: nurture talent, invest in your people, and cultivate a culture of continuous learning. This is the bedrock of enduring success and true value creation in any business. #recruitment #business #coaching #mentor #investing

We were thrilled to welcome Mr. Rishabh Nag Sir , founder of humanli. Ai , to our jecrc university. Mr. Rishab Nag Sir shared his experience and valuable insights with us during Entrepreneurship Development Program (EDP) session. He talks about the team building . 🚀 Unlocking Team Potential in Entrepreneurship Development 🚀 In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, building and managing a cohesive team is crucial for success. Our recent Entrepreneurship Development Program focused on this very aspect, providing valuable insights and practical strategies. 🔍 Key Highlights: Team Building Essentials: We explored techniques to foster trust, enhance communication, and align team goals. Understanding each member's strengths and weaknesses helps in creating a balanced team that can tackle challenges effectively. Leadership Skills: Emphasizing leadership styles that inspire and motivate, our sessions covered how to lead with empathy, set clear expectations, and encourage continuous growth within the team. Conflict Resolution: We tackled strategies for addressing conflicts constructively, turning potential disputes into opportunities for team strengthening and innovation. Goal Alignment: Ensuring that every team member is on the same page and working towards a common vision is vital. Our program provided frameworks for setting and achieving shared goals. Practical Exercises: Hands-on activities and real-world scenarios allowed participants to practice and refine their team management skills. Building a strong, motivated team can make all the difference in transforming entrepreneurial visions into reality. 🌟 Thanks to jercrc incubation centre for organising such a great event. #Entrepreneurship #TeamBuilding #Leadership #Management #EntrepreneurshipDevelopment