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Summary In this episode of Service Evolution, host Jim Robinson is joined by Lori Prust, owner and coach at SOAR Clarity, a company on a mission to help women recognize their worth, live in their strengths, and recognize their blind spots, leading to more joyful and focused lives. SOAR’s vision is to foster a new… Continue reading From Employee to Entrepreneur: Coaching Full-Time and Loving It – Part 1
Summary In this episode of Service Evolution, host Jim Robinson explores the dynamic world of facility management, emphasizing the significant role technology has played in transforming the industry. Jim shares his journey in the space, highlighting how the shift from manually handwritten work orders to more sophisticated AI-driven processes has revolutionized efficiency and client satisfaction.… Continue reading Mastering Facility Management: Best Practices for Today’s Leaders
Summary In this episode of Service Evolution, host Jim Robinson explores the importance of authenticity and integrity in leadership, particularly in the context of hiring and team development. Jim emphasizes selecting team members who not only excel in their roles but also embody genuine service and a commitment to helping others. Additionally, he underscores his… Continue reading Leading with Integrity: Setting Expectations and Building Authentic Teams
Summary In this episode of Service Evolution, Shawn Black and Jim Robinson are joined by Joshua Witte, the Director of ESG Sustainability and Energy at Dollar Tree. The interview explores Dollar Tree’s ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) program and its progress over the past three years. Joshua shares that Dollar Tree has set ambitious goals… Continue reading Dollar Tree’s ESG Journey – Three Years Later
Summary In this episode of Service Evolution, Shawn Black and Jim Robinson dive deep into the service industry’s current economic challenges, offering a wealth of advice for business leaders navigating recessionary fears. The conversation spans several critical topics, including customer retention, revenue diversification, and cost management, stressing the importance of understanding financial realities in business. … Continue reading Economic Outlook and Recessionary Fears in the Service Industry
Summary Join us for this episode of Service Evolution as hosts Shawn Black and Jim Robinson discuss team dynamics and managing the team during tough times. They explore the signs of underperforming or distrustful employees and the importance of addressing these issues. Furthermore, they analyze the need for continuous growth and the challenges of managing… Continue reading Navigating Tough Times: Managing Team Dynamics When the Going Gets Tough
Summary Join us for this episode of Service Evolution as hosts Shawn Black and Jim Robinson delve into the intricate world of team dynamics and effective leadership. Jim starts off by describing the dire consequences of a weak link in a chain, emphasizing the necessity of identifying and addressing weaknesses within a team to prevent… Continue reading Together We Thrive: Balancing Team Performance in the Workplace
Summary Join host Shawn Black on Service Evolution as he engages in a dynamic conversation with business strategist and service industry veteran, Jim Robinson. Shawn and Jim delve into the nuances of team performance across various levels—high, middle, and low—within the service industry. Additionally, they explore what distinguishes these performance tiers, the unique challenges of… Continue reading Mastering Management: Leading Across Performance Levels in the Service Industry
Summary Join hosts Shawn Black and Jim Robinson for an enlightening discussion on the critical role of social and emotional intelligence in the service industry. In this episode, they dive deep into the interplay of these vital skills and how they shape interactions and leadership within service-oriented businesses. Shawn, with his dynamic background in company… Continue reading Mastering Social & Emotional Intelligence in the Service Industry
Summary In this engaging and informative episode of the Service Evolution Podcast, Shawn Black co-hosts a dynamic discussion on the art of attracting top talent and mastering talent magnetism with Jim Robinson and special guest Clifton Savage. Clifton, founder and CEO of Service Leaders Society, has fifteen years of experience and a deep understanding of… Continue reading Mastering Talent Magnetism with Clifton Savage
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