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- May 30, 2024
The Art of pARTnership: Maximizing Win/Wins (Infographic)
In this week’s blog, I discussed about ways to establish and sustain "win/win" partnerships. For more information on the topic, please refer to the blog. Otherwise, this infographic visually summarizes the blog’s content. To learn more about our…
- May 29, 2024
The Art of pARTnership: Maximizing Win/Wins
I ran across this quote while researching a book that will be released in 2025 (more on that soon). The quote credited to Mother Teresa is: Since the leaders I am writing about are exceptionally skilled at achieving success for diverse stakeholders…
- May 23, 2024
It's Not a Sprint - It's a Marathon: Balancing/Strengthening/Resting for Peak Performance (Infographic)
In this week’s blog, I discussed about maximizing purposeful rest to drive sustained high performance. For more information on the topic, please refer to the blog. Otherwise, this infographic visually summarizes the blog’s content. To learn more…
- May 22, 2024
It's Not a Sprint - It's a Marathon: Balancing/Strengthening/Resting for Peak Performance
I am currently under a deadline for a book about a major healthcare client (more on that soon). During my research, I ran across data showing a trend toward higher burnout rates across various fields, including a staggering 90% burnout rate for…
- May 16, 2024
It Isn't "Small" Talk: How to Build Rapport with Customers and Team Members (Infographic)
In this week’s blog, I discussed about building rapport with your customers and team. For more information on the topic, please refer to the blog. Otherwise, this infographic visually summarizes the blog’s content. To learn more about our team,…
- May 15, 2024
It Isn't "Small" Talk: How to Build Rapport with Customers and Team Members
In business and life, "small talk" is an essential skill that produces "big results." Mastering small talk is crucial for turning everyday interactions into deeper engagement and relationship-building opportunities. As a socially awkward teenager…
- May 9, 2024
Turning Customer Disappointments into Delight: Tips for Business Leaders (Infographic)
In this week’s blog, I discussed about anticipatory service and service recovery. For more information on the topic, please refer to the blog. Otherwise, this infographic visually summarizes the blog’s content. To learn more about our team, please…
- May 8, 2024
Turning Customer Disappointments into Delight: Tips for Business Leaders
Imagine arriving at a picturesque resort by a serene lake, eager to explore nature in a canoe. Unfortunately, the resort doesn't have enough life jackets, even though canoes are available. The difference between a disgruntled customer and a loyal…
- May 2, 2024
Driving Customer Loyalty by Zigging When Others Zag (Infographic)
In this week’s blog, I discussed about zigging when other zag. For more information on the topic, please refer to the blog. Otherwise, this infographic visually summarizes the blog’s content. To learn more about our team, please visit…
- May 1, 2024
Driving Customer Loyalty by Zigging When Others Zag
In any organization, large or small, success requires leaders to find a unique way to create value for people through people, process, and technology. Macquarie Technology Group, an Australian company that has done this masterfully, is the focus of…
- Apr 24, 2024
Cultivating a Winning Company Culture: Lessons from an Australian Trailblazer (Infographic)
In this week’s blog, I discussed about driving a customer-centric culture. For more information on the topic, please refer to the blog. Otherwise, this infographic visually summarizes the blog’s content. To learn more about our team, please visit…
- Apr 24, 2024
Cultivating a Winning Company Culture: Lessons from an Australian Trailblazer
Company culture is an invisible but powerful force that either draws people in or drives them away. For entrepreneurs, business owners, and managers, understanding how to build and maintain a thriving company culture is fundamental to attracting and…
- Apr 18, 2024
Scaling Your Business with Customer Magic - Part 2 (Infographic)
In this week’s blog, I discussed about sustaining growth through a focus on elevated customer experiences. For more information on the topic, please refer to the blog. Otherwise, this infographic visually summarizes the blog’s content. To learn more…
- Apr 17, 2024
Scaling Your Business with Customer Magic - Part 2
Let's pick-up where we left off from last week's newsletter by diving back in to lessons on entrepreneurship and business success gleaned from: Customer Magic is available in ebook and audiobook format and can be pre-ordered NOW for print release on…
- Apr 11, 2024
Scaling Your Business with Customer Magic - Part 1 (Infographic)
In this week’s blog, I discussed about creating a differentiated customer experience. For more information on the topic, please refer to the blog. Otherwise, this infographic visually summarizes the blog’s content. To learn more about our team,…
- Apr 10, 2024
Scaling Your Business with Customer Magic - Part 1
Entrepreneurship is a journey filled with challenges, a relentless pursuit of goals, and the unwavering belief that the impossible can be achieved. Drawing inspiration from the tale of David and Goliath, let's delve into the real-world story of…
- Apr 4, 2024
The Magic of Customer -Centricity: Unveiling the Secrets of a Transformative Underdog (Infographic)
In this week’s blog, I discussed about creating a magical customer experience. For more information on the topic, please refer to the blog. Otherwise, this infographic visually summarizes the blog’s content. To learn more about our team, please…
- Apr 3, 2024
The Magic of Customer -Centricity: Unveiling the Secrets of a Transformative Underdog
Let me introduce you to company that has and continues to provide customer magic - Macquarie Technology Group (or Macquarie for short.) I've worked with the CEO and the senior leadership team at Macquarie for years and watched this upstart…
- Mar 28, 2024
Navigating Growth and Innovation: Insights for Your Business (Infographic)
In this week’s blog, I discussed about navigating growth challenges for your business. For more information on the topic, please refer to the blog. Otherwise, this infographic visually summarizes the blog’s content. To learn more about our team,…
- Mar 27, 2024
Navigating Growth and Innovation: Insights for Your Business
In the quest for business growth and expansion, obstacles range from ensuring cultural consistency to maintaining excellence in new ventures. Here are a few actionable insights on overcoming growth challenges - at scale. They are gleaned from my…
Joseph Michelli
Bestselling author of twelve books on Starbucks, Ritz-Carlton, Mercedes-Benz, Zappos, Airbnb, UCLA Health, and One Medical. Top 5 Global CX Thought Leader for ten consecutive years.
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