Leadership

Go Slow to Go Fast

By John Lusher | April 18, 2024 |

Do you know that sometimes you have to go slow to go fast? Recently, I installed a new productivity software program. And like many of you, I figured I knew immediately what I had to do, so I didn’t bother reading the instructions. After two painful hours of trying to get the software to work…

Do you leverage your strengths to win the game of life? 

By John Lusher | February 15, 2024 |

This past Sunday, we had a great Super Bowl with an overtime win—the San Francisco 49ers against the Kansas City Chiefs. Both teams had two different styles of quarterbacks. One of the reasons both teams made it to the Super Bowl was because their head coaches leveraged each quarterback’s strengths. Coach Andy Reid, with the…

Are You Taking Yourself Out of the Game Before It Even Starts?

By John Lusher | September 14, 2023 |

This morning, when I got up, I wanted to walk four miles. Immediately, my head started questioning if I really wanted to do it. I had a meeting in two hours, and my knees and hips were hurting. Now, you have to remember I’ve had several surgeries that fused half of my back, so if…

The Power Within: How to Create Your Own Energy and Thrive

By John Lusher | September 7, 2023 |

Imagine being 14 years old, diagnosed with a condition causing immense pain and grief. That’s what happened to me when I was 14. It was a speech impediment, preventing me from pronouncing the letter “R.” It was so painful and led to a lot of ridicule in my life. In fact, they called this impediment…

Are You in Alignment with the People You Are Trying to Influence?

By John Lusher | August 31, 2023 |

Think about alignment for a second. What is the opposite word of alignment? It is resistance. And you can easily see that if you have resistance, Velocity is affected. Let’s talk about resistance. Imagine you’re on an airplane, cruising, when suddenly you encounter strong headwinds. What happens to your velocity towards the destination? It’s impeded,…

The Velocity Mindset: Change Your Mindset, Rewrite Your Story

By John Lusher | August 21, 2023 |

What would the world be like if everyone acted like a leader, not a victim of circumstances? Finally, a practical guide that conquers the minds and hearts of leaders around the world! Grab your copy of The Velocity Mindset® book on Amazon:  https://bit.ly/TheVelocityMindset #VelocityMindset #mindset #leadership #sales

What’s stopping you from doing what you really want to do?

By John Lusher | August 3, 2023 |

So what’s stopping you from doing what you really want to do? During a recent coaching call with a client, I posed the question, “Where are you in life today, and where do you see yourself in five years? What does that vision look like to you?” The person shared that he didn’t want to…

Step into the Future: Empowering Your Brand with AI Avatar Presentations

By John Lusher | July 27, 2023 |

Everyone’s buzzing about AI, and guess what? You’re experiencing its magic firsthand through this Avatar presentation! It’s fascinating that all I had to do was write a script and upload it – and here he is, bringing my words to life. You may be asking: “So how can something like this help ME?” Let’s suppose you are…

What is Your Goal for the Sales Call?

By John Lusher | July 20, 2023 |

So what is your goal for the communication you’re about to make? When I coach CEOs or sales executives, I ask them: “What’s your goal for the call?” Often, they have the wrong goal in mind, which leads them to wrong actions that don’t deliver the results that they want. More importantly, it strips them of…

From Hearing to Understanding: Mastering the Art of Listening in Market Research

By John Lusher | July 19, 2023 |

In the ever-evolving landscape of business, truly understanding our market’s needs is paramount. It’s not just about hearing what they have to say, but actively listening to their voices. But what does listening really mean? Discover the true essence of listening in this video. #MarketResearch #VelocityMindset #sales #leadership

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THE POWER OF THE PAUSE

By John Lusher / June 3, 2020 /

Did you know that you can gain Velocity by pausing more? COVID-19 forced all of us to take a pause in life. It allowed us to rethink our goals and to make sure our actions are supporting them. But in reality, pausing is an action that should be done on a daily basis. The more…

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HOW TO LEVERAGE THE COVID-19 PROBLEM SOLVING APPROACH IN YOUR LIFE AND BUSINESS

By John Lusher / May 29, 2020 /

Shhhhh Please don’t tell anybody this, but I have a true confession. I gained 12 pounds since the lockdown started, I call it the “COVID Gain”.  It’s a problem that I have to solve because I don’t want to gain any more weight and I want to lose it.  So when I was looking for…

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HOW TO CLOSE DEALS FASTER IN TODAY’S ECONOMY?

By John Lusher / May 27, 2020 /

While many businesses are just now getting introduced to virtual meetings, my clients have been using Zoom for years as a way to improve their closing ratio. By presenting their proposals via video calls, they’ve been able to increase their chances of closing deals, add velocity and close the deals faster. So what should you be…

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DO YOU TRULY UNDERSTAND THE WORLD OF THOSE WHO YOU INTERACT WITH?

By John Lusher / May 22, 2020 /

Whenever someone says or does something to you, do you automatically respond from your world? Or do you take the time to peel the curtains aside of the other person’s world and go inside to truly understand what they are dealing with? In today’s video, we learn a powerful lesson from Jerry Stiller, the iconic…

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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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5 Strategies for Dealing With the Unexpected

By John Lusher / May 14, 2020 /

Here is the interview I just completed on Fox News 26 In Houston. The topic is 5 Strategies for Dealing With the Unexpected.

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Is Velocity Mindset a Sprint or Marathon?

By John Lusher / May 13, 2020 /

Is Velocity Mindset® a Sprint or a Marathon? Today’s video is a lesson on how to live your life with the Velocity Mindset® from renowned and legendary comedian Jerry Stiller, who passed away of natural causes at the age of 92 this week.

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WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO KEEP EXISTING CLIENTS IN TODAY’S CRISIS?

By John Lusher / May 11, 2020 /

Many clients are calling asking me how do they keep their existing business when the world has shut down. My answer is simple: “Treat every existing client like they are a prospect.” In today’s video, I show how you can reformulate your value proposition to make it relevant to today’s issues. This is the best…

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