Crisis Management

LESSON LEARNED FROM COVID-19

By John Lusher | April 10, 2020 |

Can you name at least one good lesson that came out of the Coronavirus pandemic? As our worlds and sense of normal have been turned upside down, it’s amazing how we have all learned to adapt and change to meet the current reality. Today’s video highlights a huge learning point that this crisis has provided…

WHO IS YOUR SOURCE OF INSPIRATION TODAY?

By John Lusher | April 8, 2020 |

Anyone who achieves the pinnacle of success will tell you they did NOT do it on their own. Their success is the sum total of all the inspiration that came their way to help push them through. In today’s video, I share who my source of inspiration is during this difficult time. He inspires me…

Leading Through COVID-19 Crisis: There’s No Vaccine for Fear

By John Lusher | April 7, 2020 |

As we are facing one of the worst health and economic crises in human history, taking care of our emotional wellbeing can be just as important as maintaining social distancing and washing hands. Stress, fear and negative thoughts have been documented to cause physical ailments that can be devastating. In today’s message, I share how…

A Video Honoring COVID-19 Heroes

By John Lusher | April 3, 2020 |

Our Health Care Workers and First Responders are doing an amazing job in helping all of us in difficult times.  Please watch and share this video as we honor these heroes. #Covid19 #HealthecareFirstResponderHeroes  #VelocityMindset

Leading Through COVID-19 Crisis: Come On Up For The Rising

By John Lusher | April 2, 2020 |

Today’s message is very special and personal to me. I had to dig deep and do the heavy mindset work to come up with and share it. I was debating whether I should go this far, but  my team urged me it was the message that had to be shared for the benefit of others,…

Leading Through COVID-19 Crisis: Are You A Perfectionist

By John Lusher | April 1, 2020 |

Are you a perfectionist? In yesterday’s video, I spoke about the importance of expressing empathy towards others. But what’s even more critical, especially during a crisis like Coronavirus, is to have empathy towards oneself. Let me quote a follower who left the following comment under yesterday’s post: “Empathy can only truly be felt for another…

Leading Through COVID-19 Crisis: How Emphatic Are You?

By John Lusher | March 31, 2020 |

How empathetic are you in times of stress? When stress hits, it is common to become less sensitive to other people’s feelings, to be more on edge, and to be less vigilant about the things we might say that may have negative impacts on others.  As the influencers in the world during this highly stressful…

Leading Through COVID-19 Crisis: Why The Right Mindset is Critical

By John Lusher | March 30, 2020 |

Having the right mindset is critical to all of our success, especially during a crisis, like Coronavirus. In today’s video, I’d like to introduce you to Michael Rubin, CEO of Fanatics, who overnight converted his Major League Baseball uniforms manufacturing factory to produce masks and gowns that our medical workers desperately need to combat the…

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WHY CYBERSECURITY IS A BUSINESS DECISION

By John Lusher / August 19, 2021 /

The rapidly growing need to keep a business secure while fueling its growth is the essence of why cybersecurity has become a business decision. Statistics show it’s typically under six months that a business will be able to stay open after a major data breach. So what cybersecurity strategies can you adopt to protect your…

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HOW TO GET OUT OF THE CRISIS OF CONFIDENCE AND REGAIN VELOCITY

By John Lusher / June 10, 2021 /

We all get into moments when we have a crisis of confidence. Whether you lost a big deal or have a problem with an employee, you start questioning whether you are the right person for the job. The problem is it’s impossible to think clearly when you are in that negative state. So what can…

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Why Shortcuts Can Impedge Your Velocity

By John Lusher / March 18, 2021 /

Have you ever thought about what your life would be like without challenges? Where would you be and who would you become if you never had to get through crisis, face decease or fail in any way? Today’s video was inspired by the recent interview with a young boy who was suffering from sickle cell…

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How To Turn Empty Seats Into Revenue

By John Lusher / March 4, 2021 /

In March of 2020, stadiums and arenas all over the world suddenly lost a ton of revenue from their seats going empty because of the pandemic lockdown. That forced them to find alternate solutions, so they could still generate revenue from one of their major inventory assets – seats. In today’s video, I share how…

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ARE YOU IN ALIGNMENT WITH THE PEOPLE YOU ARE TRYING TO INFLUENCE?

By John Lusher / August 31, 2020 /

Alignment is a key piece to Velocity. Lack of alignment will create resistance and impede your success. So how do you gain an alignment with the people you are trying to influence? Find out in today’s video. #VelocityMindset #alignment #leadership #influence

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HOW DO YOU FIGHT A WORLD WAR WITH VELOCITY?

By John Lusher / July 17, 2020 /

Today, we are fighting World War Three when it comes to the Coronavirus. It is different than the first two world wars, because this time the enemy is invisible. But there is one key strategy we can borrow from the previous two wars to defeat COVID-19. #VelocityMindset #DefeatCOVID19    

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WHAT DO FREEDOM AND SUCCESS HAVE IN COMMON?

By John Lusher / July 1, 2020 /

When I think about FREEDOM and SUCCESS, the one thing that comes to mind is that you can’t achieve either of them without sacrifice. So as the fireworks go up this 4th of July weekend, ask yourself what are you willing to sacrifice and do differently to help everyone come together and be united to…

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HOW TO MOVE A DEAL FORWARD WHEN YOU ARE STUCK IN DISAGREEMENT?

By John Lusher / May 20, 2020 /

In today’s video, I share a simple solution I offered to @UPS back in 1997, when it was losing business to @FedEx following its first and only strike. It’s the same solution that you can use today to move a deal forward whenever you are on the other side, stuck on an issue you both…

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What is Your Goal?

By John Lusher / May 18, 2020 /

When I’m coaching CEOs or sales executives, I ask them: “What is your goal for the call?”  Often, they have the wrong goal in mind, which leads them to different actions that don’t deliver the results that they want. More importantly, it is stripping them of Velocity and makes them waste a lot of time.…

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How Well Do You Deal with Temptation?

By John Lusher / May 15, 2020 /

As we deal with these difficult times of being isolated alone, there is temptation around us each and every minute of the day. Before you give in, think about what you really want to accomplish and ask yourself: “Is this really going to help me get there?” If it is not, don’t do it. If…

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