Cold calls make everyone cringe.They’re awkward to make.And no one enjoys receiving them. But if you’re trying to grow your practice,the alternative can feel unclear. So you stay stuck. You want to build relationships… But you don’t want to be: ❌ Pushy.❌ Salesy.❌ Transactional. Here’s the good news: You don’t need cold outreach to growyourContinue reading “Cold Outreach”
Author Archives: Kenrick Vaz
8 Hard Realities Leaders Face
Let’s get real for a moment. Being a leader is tough. Especially when you’re running a large team. Here are 8 hard realities leaders faceand how to stay on top of them: 1. Wearing too many hats:↳ Delegate tasks.↳ Build a strong team. 2. Imposter syndrome:↳ Set realistic goals.↳ Celebrate your wins. 3. Constant pressureContinue reading “8 Hard Realities Leaders Face”
When the Storm Doesn’t Stop
Sometimes the waves don’t quiet down. The winds don’t ease. The chaos doesn’t settle. You pray for peace, and instead of changing your surroundings, God changes you. We often want the storm to stop. We want clarity, calm, and control. But sometimes, God lets the storm rage while whispering peace into our hearts. Because theContinue reading “When the Storm Doesn’t Stop”
The Perfect Pitch
Most people forget facts.But they’re 22x more likely to remember a story. In high-stakes moments like pitching to investors,or winning over clients… Storytelling is everything. After years in rooms where dreams meet decisions,I’ve learned the perfect pitch isn’t about impressingthe whole room. It’s about making one person lean in and think,“I need to be partContinue reading “The Perfect Pitch”
Leadership Tensions
Leadership is never a straight line. It’s a constant balancing act between competing forces. These 10 leadership tensions might be the most valuable framework you’ll see this year: 1. Speaking Up vs. Listening↳ Know when to voice your opinion and when to create space for others.↳ Teams thrive when everyone feels heard, not just theContinue reading “Leadership Tensions”
The Cycle of Critical Thinking
Most people believe they’re great thinkers. (But studies show only 1 in 10 actually are.) Critical thinking isn’t about being smart. It’s about using a smarter process. So what is critical thinking? It’s how you: ➟ Examine information from all angles➟ Question what you read and hear➟ Find the truth (not just any answer) WhyContinue reading “The Cycle of Critical Thinking”
When You Don’t Know What to Do, Listen to What God Says
We’ve all been there—staring at life, wondering what on earth we’re supposed to do next. The plans we made fall apart, the path we thought was clear suddenly turns foggy, and we’re left whispering, “God, I don’t know what to do.” And in that quiet moment, before panic takes over, He whispers back, “I’ll directContinue reading “When You Don’t Know What to Do, Listen to What God Says”
The Other Kind of Hurt People
They said, “Hurt people hurt people.” And for a long time, I believed that. It sounded true. Pain does have a way of spilling over, touching everything it shouldn’t. It hardens hearts, builds walls, and makes us cautious, even cold. But somewhere along the way, I realized there’s another side to that story—one we don’tContinue reading “The Other Kind of Hurt People”
12 signs you’re actually ready to lead
Not all top performers make great managers. 12 signs you’re actually ready to lead: People who are strong individual contributors often get promoted quickly into management. The problem:Being good at your job doesn’t mean you’ll be good at managing. On the flip side: Too many people hold themselves back,Or get held back, Thinking they aren’tContinue reading “12 signs you’re actually ready to lead”
Build Trust
Business is 100% about relationships.Relationships are 100% about trust. 12 ways to build trust with others: 1. Show up on timeRespect others’ time. It shows you value them. 2. Tell the truthHonesty lays the foundation for trust. 3. Be realAuthenticity invites others to do the same. 4. Show empathyUnderstanding others builds deeper connections. 5. StayContinue reading “Build Trust”
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