Rick Houcek https://soarwitheagles.com Soar With Eagles Thu, 08 Sep 2016 18:03:46 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.7.11 Soar With Eagles Rick Houcek Soar With Eagles Rick Houcek https://soarwitheagles.com/wp-content/plugins/powerpress/rss_default.jpg https://soarwitheagles.com Do You Have A Personal Board Of Directors? https://soarwitheagles.com/do-you-have-a-personal-board-of-directors/ https://soarwitheagles.com/do-you-have-a-personal-board-of-directors/#respond Tue, 11 Oct 2016 13:00:28 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1334 ]]> Amassing a team of smart, reliable, skilled experts at your beck and call can help you live the full, vibrant life you want and deserve.  Listen in – Rick explains how.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/do-you-have-a-personal-board-of-directors/feed/ 0 Amassing a team of smart, reliable, skilled experts at your beck and call can help you live the full, vibrant life you want and deserve.  Listen in – Rick explains … Amassing a team of smart, reliable, skilled experts at your beck and call can help you live the full, vibrant life you want and deserve.  Listen in – Rick explains … Rick Houcek 2:58
Good News! You Are Your Own Worst Enemy! https://soarwitheagles.com/good-news-you-are-your-own-worst-enemy/ https://soarwitheagles.com/good-news-you-are-your-own-worst-enemy/#respond Thu, 06 Oct 2016 13:00:21 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1331 If that sounds like anything but good news, then listen in.  Rick explains why it can be your ticket to success… and can blaze your trail to high achievement.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/good-news-you-are-your-own-worst-enemy/feed/ 0 If that sounds like anything but good news, then listen in.  Rick explains why it can be your ticket to success… and can blaze your trail to high achievement. If that sounds like anything but good news, then listen in.  Rick explains why it can be your ticket to success… and can blaze your trail to high achievement. Rick Houcek 3:58
Biggest Dangers Of Emails, Memos, And Letters https://soarwitheagles.com/biggest-dangers-of-emails-memos-and-letters/ https://soarwitheagles.com/biggest-dangers-of-emails-memos-and-letters/#comments Tue, 04 Oct 2016 13:00:37 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1328 Written messages are a fact of life. Texts, memos, notes, emails. But a hidden danger can get you in deep trouble. Rick shares how to stay out of hot water.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/biggest-dangers-of-emails-memos-and-letters/feed/ 1 Written messages are a fact of life. Texts, memos, notes, emails. But a hidden danger can get you in deep trouble. Rick shares how to stay out of hot water. Written messages are a fact of life. Texts, memos, notes, emails. But a hidden danger can get you in deep trouble. Rick shares how to stay out of hot water. Rick Houcek 4:13
Better To Beg Forgiveness Than Ask Permission https://soarwitheagles.com/better-to-beg-forgiveness-than-ask-permission/ https://soarwitheagles.com/better-to-beg-forgiveness-than-ask-permission/#respond Thu, 29 Sep 2016 13:00:36 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1325 Want to get ahead? Be highly thought of? Earn a promotion? Rick says: Stop waiting for the green light. Stop asking permission. Just get moving and do it.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/better-to-beg-forgiveness-than-ask-permission/feed/ 0 Want to get ahead? Be highly thought of? Earn a promotion? Rick says: Stop waiting for the green light. Stop asking permission. Just get moving and do it. Want to get ahead? Be highly thought of? Earn a promotion? Rick says: Stop waiting for the green light. Stop asking permission. Just get moving and do it. Rick Houcek 4:28
14 Tips For More Effective Appointments https://soarwitheagles.com/14-tips-for-more-effective-appointments/ https://soarwitheagles.com/14-tips-for-more-effective-appointments/#respond Tue, 27 Sep 2016 13:00:50 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1318 Do you hate meetings that start late, run long, get off-track, accomplish little, and have no follow-up. Rick shares 14 ideas to make your appointments rock!

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https://soarwitheagles.com/14-tips-for-more-effective-appointments/feed/ 0 Do you hate meetings that start late, run long, get off-track, accomplish little, and have no follow-up. Rick shares 14 ideas to make your appointments rock! Do you hate meetings that start late, run long, get off-track, accomplish little, and have no follow-up. Rick shares 14 ideas to make your appointments rock! Rick Houcek 6:12
5 Tips For Young Couples Starting Out https://soarwitheagles.com/5-tips-for-young-couples-starting-out/ https://soarwitheagles.com/5-tips-for-young-couples-starting-out/#respond Thu, 22 Sep 2016 13:00:59 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1291 Romantic relationships are no cake walk.  The high divorce rate proves it.  Rick shares vital ways new couples can ensure success, vitality, and longevity.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/5-tips-for-young-couples-starting-out/feed/ 0 Romantic relationships are no cake walk.  The high divorce rate proves it.  Rick shares vital ways new couples can ensure success, vitality, and longevity. Romantic relationships are no cake walk.  The high divorce rate proves it.  Rick shares vital ways new couples can ensure success, vitality, and longevity. Rick Houcek 5:18
Speed, Speed, Speed – Why It’s Necessary https://soarwitheagles.com/speed-speed-speed-why-its-necessary/ https://soarwitheagles.com/speed-speed-speed-why-its-necessary/#respond Tue, 20 Sep 2016 13:00:58 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1288 ]]> It used to be in business, the big ate the small.  But today, the fast eat the slow.  Speed is the new currency of winners. Are you built for speed?  Listen in.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/speed-speed-speed-why-its-necessary/feed/ 0 It used to be in business, the big ate the small.  But today, the fast eat the slow.  Speed is the new currency of winners. Are you built for speed?  … It used to be in business, the big ate the small.  But today, the fast eat the slow.  Speed is the new currency of winners. Are you built for speed?  … Rick Houcek 4:14
Why Is ‘Time Blocking’ So Effective? https://soarwitheagles.com/why-is-time-blocking-so-effective/ https://soarwitheagles.com/why-is-time-blocking-so-effective/#respond Thu, 15 Sep 2016 13:00:39 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1285 Want to get more done in a day?  What high achiever doesn’t?  Here’s a tool that can turn you into a productivity dynamo.  Rick outlines how to use it.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/why-is-time-blocking-so-effective/feed/ 0 Want to get more done in a day?  What high achiever doesn’t?  Here’s a tool that can turn you into a productivity dynamo.  Rick outlines how to use it. Want to get more done in a day?  What high achiever doesn’t?  Here’s a tool that can turn you into a productivity dynamo.  Rick outlines how to use it. Rick Houcek 3:23
How A Common Enemy Galvanizes Teams https://soarwitheagles.com/how-a-common-enemy-galvanizes-teams/ https://soarwitheagles.com/how-a-common-enemy-galvanizes-teams/#respond Tue, 13 Sep 2016 13:00:31 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1282 An often-overlooked tool for stimulating team unity is the concept of creating a ‘common enemy’.  Listen in as Rick reveals how to inspire your squad.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/how-a-common-enemy-galvanizes-teams/feed/ 0 An often-overlooked tool for stimulating team unity is the concept of creating a ‘common enemy’.  Listen in as Rick reveals how to inspire your squad. An often-overlooked tool for stimulating team unity is the concept of creating a ‘common enemy’.  Listen in as Rick reveals how to inspire your squad. Rick Houcek 3:03
The Value Of A Shared Fate To Build Teams https://soarwitheagles.com/the-value-of-a-shared-fate-to-build-teams/ https://soarwitheagles.com/the-value-of-a-shared-fate-to-build-teams/#respond Thu, 08 Sep 2016 13:00:08 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1279 If you don’t have a strong, tough-as-nails, make-it-happen team, you’re failing as a leader.  Hear how a ‘shared fate’ can turn your crew into a raging ball of fire.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/the-value-of-a-shared-fate-to-build-teams/feed/ 0 If you don’t have a strong, tough-as-nails, make-it-happen team, you’re failing as a leader.  Hear how a ‘shared fate’ can turn your crew into a raging ball of fire. If you don’t have a strong, tough-as-nails, make-it-happen team, you’re failing as a leader.  Hear how a ‘shared fate’ can turn your crew into a raging ball of fire. Rick Houcek 3:03
A Vital Leader Tool To Drive Culture https://soarwitheagles.com/a-vital-leader-tool-to-drive-culture/ https://soarwitheagles.com/a-vital-leader-tool-to-drive-culture/#respond Tue, 06 Sep 2016 13:00:11 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1272 Do you have a stump speech in your hip pocket?  Or better yet, several?  As a leader, you should!  Listen up – Rick explains the what, why, and how.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/a-vital-leader-tool-to-drive-culture/feed/ 0 Do you have a stump speech in your hip pocket?  Or better yet, several?  As a leader, you should!  Listen up – Rick explains the what, why, and how. Do you have a stump speech in your hip pocket?  Or better yet, several?  As a leader, you should!  Listen up – Rick explains the what, why, and how. Rick Houcek 3:13
3 Rules For Team Leaders https://soarwitheagles.com/3-rules-for-team-leaders/ https://soarwitheagles.com/3-rules-for-team-leaders/#respond Thu, 01 Sep 2016 13:00:24 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1254 Rick reveals 3 simple rules to get the most out of your team every day – at work, with friends, in your family too.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/3-rules-for-team-leaders/feed/ 0 Rick reveals 3 simple rules to get the most out of your team every day – at work, with friends, in your family too. Rick reveals 3 simple rules to get the most out of your team every day – at work, with friends, in your family too. Rick Houcek 2:01
Kick-Start Your Week With A Jolt Of Adrenaline! https://soarwitheagles.com/kick-start-your-week-with-a-jolt-of-adrenaline/ https://soarwitheagles.com/kick-start-your-week-with-a-jolt-of-adrenaline/#respond Wed, 31 Aug 2016 21:07:27 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1305 ]]> Subjects deal with business growth, leadership and manager effectiveness, personal improvement, winner behavior, self-motivation, and life transformation… and can be read in a couple minutes. Action points are identified and can be put into play immediately. It’s emailed to you every Monday.

Subscribe here and now to my idea-filled e-newsletter:

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How To Get More Time https://soarwitheagles.com/how-to-get-more-time/ https://soarwitheagles.com/how-to-get-more-time/#respond Tue, 30 Aug 2016 13:00:55 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1251 ]]> Feeling ‘blocked in’ by only 24 hours in a day. Not enough time to handle all you want and need? Rick explains a doable way to add a 13th month to your calendar.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/how-to-get-more-time/feed/ 0 Feeling ‘blocked in’ by only 24 hours in a day. Not enough time to handle all you want and need? Rick explains a doable way to add a 13th month … Feeling ‘blocked in’ by only 24 hours in a day. Not enough time to handle all you want and need? Rick explains a doable way to add a 13th month … Rick Houcek 2:42
The Law Of Inertia – Don’t Let It Derail You https://soarwitheagles.com/the-law-of-inertia-dont-let-it-derail-you/ https://soarwitheagles.com/the-law-of-inertia-dont-let-it-derail-you/#respond Thu, 25 Aug 2016 13:00:38 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1248 This well-known Law of Physics can work for you – or against. Do you know the difference? Listen in as Rick explains how to use it to your advantage.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/the-law-of-inertia-dont-let-it-derail-you/feed/ 0 This well-known Law of Physics can work for you – or against. Do you know the difference? Listen in as Rick explains how to use it to your advantage. This well-known Law of Physics can work for you – or against. Do you know the difference? Listen in as Rick explains how to use it to your advantage. Rick Houcek 4:21
The Difference Between Professionals And Amateurs https://soarwitheagles.com/the-difference-between-professionals-and-amateurs/ https://soarwitheagles.com/the-difference-between-professionals-and-amateurs/#respond Tue, 23 Aug 2016 13:00:56 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1245 Do you have flawless systems and procedures in place? In all areas of your business and life? Join Rick as he shares why high achievers do.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/the-difference-between-professionals-and-amateurs/feed/ 0 Do you have flawless systems and procedures in place? In all areas of your business and life? Join Rick as he shares why high achievers do. Do you have flawless systems and procedures in place? In all areas of your business and life? Join Rick as he shares why high achievers do. Rick Houcek 4:30
The Slight Edge – A New Look At Winning https://soarwitheagles.com/the-slight-edge-a-new-look-at-winning/ https://soarwitheagles.com/the-slight-edge-a-new-look-at-winning/#respond Thu, 18 Aug 2016 13:00:55 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1242 Do you really need to be massively better – on all fronts – to win? Maybe not. Rick discusses how sometimes all you need is a slight edge.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/the-slight-edge-a-new-look-at-winning/feed/ 0 Do you really need to be massively better – on all fronts – to win? Maybe not. Rick discusses how sometimes all you need is a slight edge. Do you really need to be massively better – on all fronts – to win? Maybe not. Rick discusses how sometimes all you need is a slight edge. Rick Houcek 4:00
The Power Of Now! https://soarwitheagles.com/the-power-of-now/ https://soarwitheagles.com/the-power-of-now/#respond Tue, 16 Aug 2016 13:00:39 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1239 High achievers aren’t just action-takers. They also have a relentless sense of urgency. Rick shares why it’s important to obey the impulse.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/the-power-of-now/feed/ 0 High achievers aren’t just action-takers. They also have a relentless sense of urgency. Rick shares why it’s important to obey the impulse. High achievers aren’t just action-takers. They also have a relentless sense of urgency. Rick shares why it’s important to obey the impulse. Rick Houcek 4:46
Keep All Your Eggs In One Basket! (Really??) https://soarwitheagles.com/keep-all-your-eggs-in-one-basket-really/ https://soarwitheagles.com/keep-all-your-eggs-in-one-basket-really/#respond Thu, 11 Aug 2016 13:00:52 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1229 This business wisdom made sense for many years. But not today. Listen in and take heed as Rick explains why.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/keep-all-your-eggs-in-one-basket-really/feed/ 0 This business wisdom made sense for many years. But not today. Listen in and take heed as Rick explains why. This business wisdom made sense for many years. But not today. Listen in and take heed as Rick explains why. Rick Houcek 4:40
9 Powerful Components For Building Great Teams https://soarwitheagles.com/9-powerful-components-for-building-great-teams/ https://soarwitheagles.com/9-powerful-components-for-building-great-teams/#respond Mon, 08 Aug 2016 13:50:51 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1261 ]]> This past Monday morning, very first thing, I got a frantic call from a CEO client.   She said she was troubled all weekend and needed help.

Her top team was imploding.  Even several critical departments in the organization were malfunctioning.  Customers were complaining, orders were late, and she smartly recognized that the problem was lousy team structure, poor team management, and broken down team cohesiveness.

She asked me the question, “What must I do to create team brilliance?”

And I thought that was a very astute question, and I loved her term “team brilliance.”  We had a great conversation, and I’d like to share with you here some of what I told her.

If you, too, struggle with what my CEO client did, here are 9 critical components of “team brilliance”:

    1. You have to determine a common purpose, preferably a higherpurpose – a worthy cause. Human beings by nature are all pack animals, we are not loners.  We prefer to be part of something bigger than ourselves.  It’s rewarding, even necessary, to have a worthy pursuit.  So, we have to build our common purpose on team success, not on individual success… something that serves the greater good.If you don’t, instead of a unified team, you’ll have a collection of independent loners acting solely for personal gain.  And that’s not what you want.
    2. They need a shared fate. In other words, if one loses, we all lose.  You have to have a ‘Three Musketeers’ mentality – one for all and all for one.
    3. You have to determine required behaviors to be in the group. I like to call these non-negotiable traits.  They are behaviors that are required.  They’re not up for debate.  Yes, we will debate them in the beginning to create them as a team… but once created, from that point on, they become non-negotiable.  They become law.Anytime you have a new member joining the team, they now must comply with the non-negotiable traits.  In fact, newly-joining members should be told upfront:  Here’s who we are, this is how we behave.  Are you okay with this?  If you’re not, it’s not a reflection on you as a person.  It just means we’re not a good fit, and you can’t become a member of the team.  We won’t extend the invitation to join.
    4. You have to be clear about the benefits you are passionate about to be on the team. You could call this compensation… just as long as you realize that compensation comes in many forms, not just money.Always know the behavior you reward is the behavior you get… so the benefits for being on the team could be… well, they could be money, but beyond that, could be recognition, could be trophies, plaques, certificates, prestige, could be a champion’s title, could be greater self-confidence, your own enhanced self-esteem, or it could just be filling an altruistic need from within you to give backJust be clear on what that is.
    5. Every team member must have a commitment to constant improvement. In my view, no one can stay on the team who doesn’t get better.  Improvement is the name of the game.  And I mean eager improvement, not reluctant, go-along improvement.I want people who are going to give their all, not people who go through the motions.  Spectacular performance is always preceded by spectacular preparation.If you look at a sports team, it means you show up for practice, and you practice like you play.  You don’t give a half-hearted effort in practice because it’s not the real thing.
    6. Great teams must have clear goals. Everybody has to know where we’re headed.  And what do we need to do to accomplish the goals.  That’s a big thing.
    7. You must have clear responsibilities for each person. I’ve got to know what I’m responsible for, what I’ll be held accountable for.  You need to know what you will be held accountable for.  In fact, we all need to know what each of us will be held accountable for.  Full transparency.Now, #8 will sound like it contradicts #7, but it doesn’t, and I’ll explain why.
    8. Team members must be willing to back each other up. This means we negate ever hearing the words, “It’s not my job.”

I hate hearing those.  I don’t want somebody on my team who uses them.

So you might argue, “Well, wait a minute, Rick.  If we have clear responsibilities for each person, but we also have to back each other up, then maybe we don’t have such clear and separate responsibilities, because it sounds like everybody does everything.”

Well, no – not true.  Everybody has clear responsibilities, yes, but there will be times when you need help.  Times when someone else is needed to step in and help you.  Same goes for me – there will be times when I’ll need help.  Maybe from you.

If you look at a baseball team, here’s the thing.  There are 9 players on defense, and anytime a ball is hit and put in play, every player – no matter where the ball is hit – has a job to do.  The ball may be hit nowhere near you, but there is something you do in that play that adds value to the team.

When you’re in business, whatever team you’re on (it doesn’t have to be sports), you have a role no matter what’s going on.  You need to know that role, and you need to back up others who need the help.

Team member help team members out.

    1. You need frequent progress checks. Everybody needs to be plugged in and kept in the loop.  Don’t keep people in the dark.Look at a football team.  What does the offense do before every single play?  They huddle.  They get their act together.  It doesn’t take long – it’s about 8 seconds and they’re done.  But when they leave, everyone knows the overarching play AND his specific assignment.  That’s beauty.But business is often different.

      Most business meetings suck.  They’re horrible!  Well, if yours suck, stop it!  Fix them.  Make sure you have an agenda.  Make sure you have a clear purpose for the meeting.  Make sure you make clear decisions.  Make sure everybody leaves the meeting knowing what they’re responsible for doing.  Then follow up to check progress and make sure everyone did what they said they would do.  These ‘meeting disciplines’ are simple to install, and vitally important to execute.

So, there you have it.  Nine powerful components of team success.

If you put all 9 of these together, relentlessly, passionately – and don’t let up! – you’re on the road to a high performance team.

Life is a team sport, so as leaders, we’ve got to get this right.

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The Biggest Reason New Products Fail https://soarwitheagles.com/the-biggest-reason-new-products-fail/ https://soarwitheagles.com/the-biggest-reason-new-products-fail/#respond Mon, 08 Aug 2016 13:47:47 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1205 Before you risk precious time, scarce resources, and hard-earned cash launching a new product or service, better be sure of this one thing first.

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The Best Way To Understand An Opposing Point Of View https://soarwitheagles.com/the-best-way-to-understand-an-opposing-point-of-view/ https://soarwitheagles.com/the-best-way-to-understand-an-opposing-point-of-view/#respond Thu, 04 Aug 2016 13:00:20 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1202 Are you rigid in your thinking, unable to see the other side or appreciate how someone could think that way? Give this mind-expanding trick a shot.

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The 3-Step System For Problem Solving https://soarwitheagles.com/the-3-step-system-for-problem-solving/ https://soarwitheagles.com/the-3-step-system-for-problem-solving/#respond Tue, 02 Aug 2016 13:00:20 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1199 It’s so simple, yet often-ignored and seldom-used. A masterful 3-step formula for attacking complex issues and thorny problems.

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7 Ways To Beat ‘Overwhelm’ https://soarwitheagles.com/7-ways-to-beat-overwhelm/ https://soarwitheagles.com/7-ways-to-beat-overwhelm/#respond Thu, 28 Jul 2016 13:00:13 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1192 Not enough hours in the day? Don’t let the stress take you down. Rick shares 7 ways to tackle mountains of tasks and keep your sanity in check.

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The Single-Best, Most Memorable Way To Say Thanks https://soarwitheagles.com/the-single-best-most-memorable-way-to-say-thanks/ https://soarwitheagles.com/the-single-best-most-memorable-way-to-say-thanks/#respond Tue, 26 Jul 2016 13:00:03 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1188 Do you know what it is?  It’s simple to do, deeply appreciated, enduringly memorable, and proudly shared with others.  Why aren’t you doing it?

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13 Steps For Handling An Irate Customer https://soarwitheagles.com/13-steps-for-handling-an-irate-customer/ https://soarwitheagles.com/13-steps-for-handling-an-irate-customer/#respond Thu, 21 Jul 2016 13:00:47 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1185 You’re human – of course you’ll mess up and anger customers at some point.  Follow this 13-step plan for turning them around – into raving fans and advocates.

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Magic Trick For Getting The Behavior You Want https://soarwitheagles.com/magic-trick-for-getting-the-behavior-you-want/ https://soarwitheagles.com/magic-trick-for-getting-the-behavior-you-want/#respond Tue, 19 Jul 2016 13:00:35 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1182 Rick shares an often-ignored secret for getting others to conduct themselves as you’d like – and minimize bad behavior.

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13 Ways To Say No https://soarwitheagles.com/13-ways-to-say-no/ https://soarwitheagles.com/13-ways-to-say-no/#respond Thu, 14 Jul 2016 13:00:50 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1175 Do you struggle with how to say ‘no’ and preserve the relationship? Most people do. Rick shares 13 polite and respectful ways to decline with dignity.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/13-ways-to-say-no/feed/ 0 Do you struggle with how to say ‘no’ and preserve the relationship? Most people do. Rick shares 13 polite and respectful ways to decline with dignity. Do you struggle with how to say ‘no’ and preserve the relationship? Most people do. Rick shares 13 polite and respectful ways to decline with dignity. Rick Houcek 7:54
23 Killer Ideas To Avoid Eating Unhealthy Crap https://soarwitheagles.com/23-killer-ideas-to-avoid-eating-unhealthy-crap/ https://soarwitheagles.com/23-killer-ideas-to-avoid-eating-unhealthy-crap/#respond Tue, 12 Jul 2016 13:00:11 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1026 Rick shares his best tips for staying fit with healthy eating, exercise, and powerful, yet simple, lifestyle habits you can put into play today.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/23-killer-ideas-to-avoid-eating-unhealthy-crap/feed/ 0 Rick shares his best tips for staying fit with healthy eating, exercise, and powerful, yet simple, lifestyle habits you can put into play today. Rick shares his best tips for staying fit with healthy eating, exercise, and powerful, yet simple, lifestyle habits you can put into play today. Rick Houcek 10:50
12 Ways To Self-Motivate And Get Moving https://soarwitheagles.com/12-ways-to-self-motivate-and-get-moving/ https://soarwitheagles.com/12-ways-to-self-motivate-and-get-moving/#respond Thu, 07 Jul 2016 13:00:31 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1023 Rick shows you how to light your own fire and crank your own engine with these smart and effective ideas for any activity, at any time.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/12-ways-to-self-motivate-and-get-moving/feed/ 0 Rick shows you how to light your own fire and crank your own engine with these smart and effective ideas for any activity, at any time. Rick shows you how to light your own fire and crank your own engine with these smart and effective ideas for any activity, at any time. Rick Houcek 8:13
13 Ways To Overcome Idea Block https://soarwitheagles.com/13-ways-to-overcome-idea-block/ https://soarwitheagles.com/13-ways-to-overcome-idea-block/#respond Tue, 05 Jul 2016 13:00:13 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1020 Are you ever at a loss for words?  Today Rick discusses 13 ways to have a storehouse of ideas for writings, speeches, presentations, and conversations.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/13-ways-to-overcome-idea-block/feed/ 0 Are you ever at a loss for words?  Today Rick discusses 13 ways to have a storehouse of ideas for writings, speeches, presentations, and conversations. Are you ever at a loss for words?  Today Rick discusses 13 ways to have a storehouse of ideas for writings, speeches, presentations, and conversations. Rick Houcek 7:11
Why Most Millennials Will Fail In Business https://soarwitheagles.com/why-most-millennials-will-fail-in-business/ https://soarwitheagles.com/why-most-millennials-will-fail-in-business/#respond Thu, 30 Jun 2016 13:00:28 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1014 Rick explains why hard work will always be the only way to succeed in business.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/why-most-millennials-will-fail-in-business/feed/ 0 Rick explains why hard work will always be the only way to succeed in business. Rick explains why hard work will always be the only way to succeed in business. Rick Houcek 3:26
Nine Proven Techniques To Write A Compelling Ad Headline https://soarwitheagles.com/nine-proven-techniques-to-write-a-compelling-ad-headline/ https://soarwitheagles.com/nine-proven-techniques-to-write-a-compelling-ad-headline/#respond Tue, 28 Jun 2016 13:00:35 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1011 Want to write more effective headlines?  Rick shares tested, compelling and time-honored ideas that you can use.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/nine-proven-techniques-to-write-a-compelling-ad-headline/feed/ 0 Want to write more effective headlines?  Rick shares tested, compelling and time-honored ideas that you can use. Want to write more effective headlines?  Rick shares tested, compelling and time-honored ideas that you can use. Rick Houcek 6:48
13 Ways To Screw Up Your Advertising https://soarwitheagles.com/13-ways-to-screw-up-your-advertising/ https://soarwitheagles.com/13-ways-to-screw-up-your-advertising/#respond Thu, 23 Jun 2016 13:00:15 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1008 In this podcast Rick examines how to make the most of your advertising dollars.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/13-ways-to-screw-up-your-advertising/feed/ 0 In this podcast Rick examines how to make the most of your advertising dollars. In this podcast Rick examines how to make the most of your advertising dollars. Rick Houcek 6:50
The USP – Your #1 Marketing Tool https://soarwitheagles.com/the-usp-your-1-marketing-tool/ https://soarwitheagles.com/the-usp-your-1-marketing-tool/#respond Tue, 21 Jun 2016 13:00:37 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=1003 In today’s podcast Rick defines a USP; explains how to create one and shares examples of both bad and good ones.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/the-usp-your-1-marketing-tool/feed/ 0 In today’s podcast Rick defines a USP; explains how to create one and shares examples of both bad and good ones. In today’s podcast Rick defines a USP; explains how to create one and shares examples of both bad and good ones. Rick Houcek 12:32
The One On One https://soarwitheagles.com/the-one-on-one/ https://soarwitheagles.com/the-one-on-one/#respond Tue, 12 Apr 2016 13:00:32 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=967 In today’s podcast Rick examines the importance of meeting once of month with those who report to you.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/the-one-on-one/feed/ 0 In today’s podcast Rick examines the importance of meeting once of month with those who report to you. Link for the One On One Worksheet is below: Houcek-One-On-One-Supervisor-Direct-Report In today’s podcast Rick examines the importance of meeting once of month with those who report to you. Link for the One On One Worksheet is below: Houcek-One-On-One-Supervisor-Direct-Report Rick Houcek 4:09
When Things Don’t Go As Planned https://soarwitheagles.com/when-things-dont-go-as-planned/ https://soarwitheagles.com/when-things-dont-go-as-planned/#respond Thu, 07 Apr 2016 13:00:16 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=964 Today Rick shares eight tactics to employ when things go wrong – and they will!

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https://soarwitheagles.com/when-things-dont-go-as-planned/feed/ 0 Today Rick shares eight tactics to employ when things go wrong – and they will! Today Rick shares eight tactics to employ when things go wrong – and they will! Rick Houcek 3:52
Why We Complicate Things And How To Reduce Complexity https://soarwitheagles.com/why-we-complicate-things-and-how-to-reduce-complexity/ https://soarwitheagles.com/why-we-complicate-things-and-how-to-reduce-complexity/#respond Tue, 05 Apr 2016 13:00:56 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=961 Does your life feel like a mess?  Rick discusses how to identify the problem.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/why-we-complicate-things-and-how-to-reduce-complexity/feed/ 0 Does your life feel like a mess?  Rick discusses how to identify the problem. Does your life feel like a mess?  Rick discusses how to identify the problem. Rick Houcek 3:48
Tips For Making Better Decisions https://soarwitheagles.com/tips-for-making-better-decisions/ https://soarwitheagles.com/tips-for-making-better-decisions/#respond Thu, 31 Mar 2016 13:00:42 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=958 In this podcast Rick gives nine tips to help you become a more clear and confident decision maker.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/tips-for-making-better-decisions/feed/ 0 In this podcast Rick gives nine tips to help you become a more clear and confident decision maker. In this podcast Rick gives nine tips to help you become a more clear and confident decision maker. Rick Houcek 5:25
How To Manage Distractions In The Workplace https://soarwitheagles.com/how-to-manage-distractions-in-the-workplace/ https://soarwitheagles.com/how-to-manage-distractions-in-the-workplace/#respond Tue, 29 Mar 2016 13:00:59 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=953 Today Rick shares 13 quick ideas to keep you more focused and less distracted.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/how-to-manage-distractions-in-the-workplace/feed/ 0 Today Rick shares 13 quick ideas to keep you more focused and less distracted. Today Rick shares 13 quick ideas to keep you more focused and less distracted. Rick Houcek 5:24
How To Overcome Procrastination https://soarwitheagles.com/how-to-overcome-procrastination/ https://soarwitheagles.com/how-to-overcome-procrastination/#respond Thu, 24 Mar 2016 13:00:27 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=948 Rick shares nine anti-procrastination ideas to overcome this common problem.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/how-to-overcome-procrastination/feed/ 0 Rick shares nine anti-procrastination ideas to overcome this common problem. Rick shares nine anti-procrastination ideas to overcome this common problem. Rick Houcek 4:20
How To Best Use A Mastermind Group https://soarwitheagles.com/how-to-best-use-a-mastermind-group/ https://soarwitheagles.com/how-to-best-use-a-mastermind-group/#respond Tue, 22 Mar 2016 13:00:53 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=935 Rick explains how best to use an outside master mind group – an effective tool that high achievers use.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/how-to-best-use-a-mastermind-group/feed/ 0 Rick explains how best to use an outside master mind group – an effective tool that high achievers use. Rick explains how best to use an outside master mind group – an effective tool that high achievers use. Rick Houcek 4:56
Why Do Most Strategies Fail https://soarwitheagles.com/why-do-most-strategies-fail/ https://soarwitheagles.com/why-do-most-strategies-fail/#respond Thu, 17 Mar 2016 13:00:55 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=932 In this podcast Rick delivers six points to keep in mind whenever you execute new strategy.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/why-do-most-strategies-fail/feed/ 0 In this podcast Rick delivers six points to keep in mind whenever you execute new strategy. In this podcast Rick delivers six points to keep in mind whenever you execute new strategy. Rick Houcek 3:30
Conducting The Perfect Meeting https://soarwitheagles.com/conducting-the-perfect-meeting/ https://soarwitheagles.com/conducting-the-perfect-meeting/#respond Tue, 15 Mar 2016 13:00:21 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=929 Today Rick shares nine specific things you have to have in every meeting to make them flow quickly and be very productive.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/conducting-the-perfect-meeting/feed/ 0 Today Rick shares nine specific things you have to have in every meeting to make them flow quickly and be very productive. Today Rick shares nine specific things you have to have in every meeting to make them flow quickly and be very productive. Rick Houcek 4:31
Traits Of Exceptional Leaders https://soarwitheagles.com/traits-of-exceptional-leaders/ https://soarwitheagles.com/traits-of-exceptional-leaders/#respond Thu, 10 Mar 2016 13:00:52 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=926 Rick discusses four things you can do to become an exceptional leader.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/traits-of-exceptional-leaders/feed/ 0 Rick discusses four things you can do to become an exceptional leader. Rick discusses four things you can do to become an exceptional leader. Rick Houcek 3:40
Creating A Thinking Big Mindset https://soarwitheagles.com/creating-a-thinking-big-mindset/ https://soarwitheagles.com/creating-a-thinking-big-mindset/#respond Tue, 08 Mar 2016 13:00:20 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=923 In this podcast Rick examines six ways to think bigger to get bigger results.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/creating-a-thinking-big-mindset/feed/ 0 In this podcast Rick examines six ways to think bigger to get bigger results. In this podcast Rick examines six ways to think bigger to get bigger results. Rick Houcek 4:17
A Simple, Effective Time Tactic https://soarwitheagles.com/a-simple-effective-time-tactic/ https://soarwitheagles.com/a-simple-effective-time-tactic/#respond Thu, 03 Mar 2016 13:00:26 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=919 Today Rick shares a simple, effective and often unused trick for getting more done in less time.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/a-simple-effective-time-tactic/feed/ 0 Today Rick shares a simple, effective and often unused trick for getting more done in less time. Today Rick shares a simple, effective and often unused trick for getting more done in less time. Rick Houcek 5:05
How To Manage Your Boss https://soarwitheagles.com/how-to-manage-your-boss/ https://soarwitheagles.com/how-to-manage-your-boss/#respond Tue, 01 Mar 2016 13:00:58 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=915 Rick shares ideas to gain productive time with your supervisor.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/how-to-manage-your-boss/feed/ 0 Rick shares ideas to gain productive time with your supervisor. Rick shares ideas to gain productive time with your supervisor. Rick Houcek 4:20
Four Ways Leaders Self-Sabotage https://soarwitheagles.com/four-ways-leaders-self-sabotage/ https://soarwitheagles.com/four-ways-leaders-self-sabotage/#respond Thu, 25 Feb 2016 13:00:52 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=907 Today Rick discusses ways you may be self-sabotaging your team and not even know it.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/four-ways-leaders-self-sabotage/feed/ 0 Today Rick discusses ways you may be self-sabotaging your team and not even know it. Today Rick discusses ways you may be self-sabotaging your team and not even know it. Rick Houcek 8:37
Why Encourage Confrontation In The Work Place https://soarwitheagles.com/why-encourage-confrontation-in-the-work-place/ https://soarwitheagles.com/why-encourage-confrontation-in-the-work-place/#respond Tue, 23 Feb 2016 13:00:05 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=904 Rick shares six compelling reasons to encourage confrontation in your organization.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/why-encourage-confrontation-in-the-work-place/feed/ 0 Rick shares six compelling reasons to encourage confrontation in your organization. Rick shares six compelling reasons to encourage confrontation in your organization. Rick Houcek 5:49
How To Kill Relationships https://soarwitheagles.com/how-to-kill-relationships/ https://soarwitheagles.com/how-to-kill-relationships/#respond Thu, 18 Feb 2016 13:00:20 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=901 In this podcast Rick examines the importance of honest conversation in any relationship.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/how-to-kill-relationships/feed/ 0 In this podcast Rick examines the importance of honest conversation in any relationship. In this podcast Rick examines the importance of honest conversation in any relationship. Rick Houcek 6:25
The Essence Of Strategic Planning Success https://soarwitheagles.com/the-essence-of-strategic-planning-success/ https://soarwitheagles.com/the-essence-of-strategic-planning-success/#respond Fri, 22 Jan 2016 00:08:25 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=802 In this podcast Rick discusses a nine step process to give your organization a competitive strategic advantage over others.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/the-essence-of-strategic-planning-success/feed/ 0 In this podcast Rick discusses a nine step process to give your organization a competitive strategic advantage over others. In this podcast Rick discusses a nine step process to give your organization a competitive strategic advantage over others. Rick Houcek 3:55
Best Practices – Building Great Teams https://soarwitheagles.com/best-practices-building-great-teams/ https://soarwitheagles.com/best-practices-building-great-teams/#respond Fri, 22 Jan 2016 00:00:43 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=814 Today Rick shares the nine critical components of team brilliance.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/best-practices-building-great-teams/feed/ 0 Today Rick shares the nine critical components of team brilliance. Today Rick shares the nine critical components of team brilliance. Rick Houcek 7:02
Overcoming Key Challenges Faced By My Clients https://soarwitheagles.com/overcoming-key-challenges-faced-by-my-clients/ https://soarwitheagles.com/overcoming-key-challenges-faced-by-my-clients/#respond Thu, 21 Jan 2016 23:59:40 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=812 Rick discusses the top two challenges his clients face and how to overcome them

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Achieving Your Goals https://soarwitheagles.com/achieving-your-goals/ https://soarwitheagles.com/achieving-your-goals/#respond Thu, 21 Jan 2016 23:58:38 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=810 Rick explains the eight steps you must take to design the life you desire.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/achieving-your-goals/feed/ 0 Rick explains the eight steps you must take to design the life you desire. Rick explains the eight steps you must take to design the life you desire. Rick Houcek 7:25
Motivating Your Team https://soarwitheagles.com/motivating-your-team/ https://soarwitheagles.com/motivating-your-team/#respond Thu, 21 Jan 2016 23:58:05 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=808 Rick shares the five primary duties of a leader.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/motivating-your-team/feed/ 0 Rick shares the five primary duties of a leader. Rick shares the five primary duties of a leader. Rick Houcek 4:50
Secrets To Time Management Mastery https://soarwitheagles.com/secrets-to-time-management-mastery/ https://soarwitheagles.com/secrets-to-time-management-mastery/#respond Thu, 21 Jan 2016 23:57:20 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=806 Rick examines six time management tactics you can use to beat procrastination and up your level of productivity.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/secrets-to-time-management-mastery/feed/ 0 Rick examines six time management tactics you can use to beat procrastination and up your level of productivity. Rick examines six time management tactics you can use to beat procrastination and up your level of productivity. Rick Houcek 5:37
Road Blocks To Setting Goals https://soarwitheagles.com/road-blocks-to-setting-goals/ https://soarwitheagles.com/road-blocks-to-setting-goals/#respond Thu, 21 Jan 2016 23:56:23 +0000 http://soarwitheagles.com/?p=804 What stops people from setting goals? Today Rick shares four myths that get in the way of achieving them.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/road-blocks-to-setting-goals/feed/ 0 What stops people from setting goals? Today Rick shares four myths that get in the way of achieving them. What stops people from setting goals? Today Rick shares four myths that get in the way of achieving them. Rick Houcek 5:40
What Are The Key Attributes Of Great Leaders https://soarwitheagles.com/what-are-the-key-attributes-of-great-leaders/ https://soarwitheagles.com/what-are-the-key-attributes-of-great-leaders/#respond Tue, 05 Jan 2016 20:25:37 +0000 http://66.132.239.109/?p=334 Rick shares the eight high performance leader traits that no one ever talks about.

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https://soarwitheagles.com/what-are-the-key-attributes-of-great-leaders/feed/ 0 Rick shares the eight high performance leader traits that no one ever talks about. Rick shares the eight high performance leader traits that no one ever talks about. Rick Houcek 3:57