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🌟A Personal Journey with Groove Management: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐎𝐜𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝-𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 & 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬 As we look forward to celebrating Groove Management's 10th anniversary in 2024, I'm reminded of my own journey that began with Brian Formato and the Groove team back in the fall of 2016. It all started when Brian attended my workshop on negotiations at Advent Coworking, leading to several fruitful collaborations, and both of us joining a mastermind group organized by Calvin Stovall, one of Groove's clients at the time (and wonderful Monica R. Allen, PhD). Our work in this group paved the way for a closer partnership. In 2021, I embarked on my first executive coaching engagement through Groove Management. It's been an incredible journey, working with world-class leaders and teams. This experience has been challenging, humbling, and rewarding at the same time. 💎 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐞𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝-𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬 requires a different tone and pace. There's a need for more directness and a quicker approach – something that surprisingly aligns well with my Belarusian roots! 💎 Simon Sinek recently said that 𝐭𝐨𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐩 𝐮𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐮𝐬. My time with Groove has shown me that investing in your team is crucial. It's not just about saving the team or the numbers; it's about elevating both: 👉 $10𝘬 𝘮𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘣𝘦 𝘦𝘯𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘶𝘯𝘥 𝘢 𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘰𝘳 𝘢𝘥 𝘤𝘢𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘪𝘨𝘯 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘶𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘳𝘦𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘴. 𝘉𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘢𝘮𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵 𝘪𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘛𝘪𝘮𝘦-𝘖𝘶𝘵 with your 𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘮 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘣𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘴𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦. So, as we begin our 2024 journey, I encourage you to think about how you can do more with your team. And if you're looking for a partner who understands how investing in your team helps you get the numbers you want, look no further than Groove Management. #leadershipdevelopment #executivecoaching

Lucky breaks sure do look a lot like hard work and consistency. Every lucky break I’ve ever seen looked a lot more like discipline and consistency to me. It’s not that luck events don’t exist, it’s just that to recognize and be well-positioned to benefit from them, you usually need to have done some hard work consistently (often for long periods of time). In the book Great by Choice, the authors studied luck events in enduring great companies. They found that the most successful companies often had FEWER luck events than similarly positioned comparison companies. The successful companies were simply more aware, better positioned, and able to do more with the lucky breaks than the competitors. The same is true for individuals. The discipline of working hard, day after day after day, is what helps us recognize and jump on lucky opportunities. If you’re not well-positioned for the lucky break, it may as well have not even happened. I started my career at 23 as the top exec of a 60 year old organization. This post is part of my weekly series of advice to my younger self. Every day I help business owners & leaders work ON rather than in their businesses. For more of the advice I give them, follow me @caesolves

I’ve been thinking as to how I wanted to wrap up and re-cap my year here. Choices were; "Most Accomplished Human Being of the Year" post “Top 8 lessons I learned this year” post “No post” “But did I really make a difference this year” post I've been a proud member of the "I'm-so-amazing-I-need-to-remind-you" club in the past, and if that's where you find yourself today, I cheer for you. Regardless of the numbers – sales, clients, revenue – if you navigated the challenges of this tough year in our industry, BRAVO. But my reflection gravitated towards the unspoken question, "Did I really make a difference this year?" Not because I lost my ambition or drive for success, but because I've come to realize the fragility, brevity, and transience of our lives (thank you Peter) In the grand tapestry of existence, what we bought, sold, built, gained, and shared may fade into oblivion. However, one question lingers – did we make a difference? Did we contribute something meaningful to the planet, our community, our industries, the companies we work for or own, our families, and our relationships? As we wrap up 365 days of opportunity, can I honestly say that I did something, just one thing, that made a difference? This is the only measure of celebration that holds weight for me. In the end, it's not about the applause or the spotlight; it's about the silent but profound impact we have on the world around us. Here's to a year where making a difference takes center stage, where our choices resonate far beyond the confines of time, and where the true measure of success lies in the positive change we bring to the lives we touch. Happy New Year!  #Reflections #MakeADifference #BeyondSuccess #HappyNewYear #whatmattersmost

From being first hired as a list builder to Chief of Staff. It’s with great joy that I share my new role at Happen Ventures... This moment means so much to me. Not because of my promotion alone But the incredible path we've shared side by side. → TODAY, I officially take on this new challenge. →TODAY, I reflect on being the first employee & helping build this company from the ground up. →TODAY, I’m super proud of our awesome team & the initial customers we brought in together. →TODAY, I’m happy that we now work with top-tier retailers & waste management companies around the world. A huge shout out to Jessica Gonzalez, who's been right there beside me, always motivating me & putting in just as much effort. Thanks for being my rock & helping me get here.. But let's be clear..This journey isn't about me alone. Getting here was made possible by ↳ Teamwork ↳ Sleepless nights ↳ Lots of brainstorming ↳ Tons of determination ↳ Countless cups of coffee But I'm far from done. Sky's the limit.. Without the team, we wouldn't be where we are today. Kudos to all your hard work & support. P.S. Yes, I will finally admit who keeps stealing the office pens. 🤫 #happenvetures  #leadership #teamwork #businessgrowth #professionalgrowth

Four years in business—unbelievable! To mark the occasion, I splurged on (another) camera and dove right back into the mission: making radical, life-changing impacts across all systems. When I say radical, I mean making big moves that count. People often ask, "Can one person really make a difference?" They're right; I don’t do this alone, I never have. I stand shoulder-to-shoulder with passionate lived experience experts, practitioners, leaders, and organisations, all committed to empowering each other and reshaping systems—and the experiences of those who connect with them. This isn’t just about stories or numbers. It’s about giving people caught in the struggle a real shot at a better life. We're not just talking—we're taking action to build safer communities and unlock potential in those left behind. I want this collective legacy to bleed impact—a testament to a better world. As a young person, I doubted what was possible, but now, that drive fuels me. I want my sons to know the power of standing with those who stand alone. This one hits home. It blows my mind that what started as a dream — Wounds & Wisdom — is now a powerhouse training organisation and consultancy firm, shaking up multiple sectors. I look forward to my partnership with Stephane Shepherd at 16 Yards doing the same (and more). Huge thanks to everyone on this journey, for sharing their stories and knowledge. Your grit and insight drive everything we do. I can't wait to keep pushing boundaries with those who inspire me. Every day, I think of those who believed in me—some still stand with me, others have passed on. Their support is never forgotten. And to my rock, my wife and kids—you keep me grounded and fired up through every challenge. Now, let's get back to work.

Last week wrapped up our annual Meeting of The Minds here at The Mullings Group. I look forward to this time each year because we have everyone from our global offices fly in to collaborate, strategize, and to have fun (roaring 20s style). My top five lessons that I'm taking away from this time together are: 1. If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together. 2. Make competition irrelevant by creating uncontested market space. 3. Professional growth can be vertical or horizontal (either one is great). 4. Asking the stupid question is good, not asking it isn't. 5. Talking less and listening more is powerful. I'm looking forward to what these next 12 months will bring!

Throughout my career I’ve been incredibly blessed to get the opportunity to work on some incredible acquisitions that helped me grow and learn. I’ve taken risks and sought paths that others cautioned me against. But like I’ve told my peers and mentees, you have to advocate for your own career and growth opportunities. We’ve probably all heard the quote, “If a door doesn’t open, it’s not your door.” Recognizing our differences in what motivates us and knowing that “one size doesn’t fit all” provides opportunity to reflect on what truly will make you thrive and happy in a position. I realize this is difficult when working in such a structured DoD environment but it’s still possible. In our journey towards success, we encounter numerous closed doors that may leave us feeling discouraged. But remember, each closed door is simply guiding us towards the right path meant for us. If it doesn't open, it's not your door - trust that something better is in store for you! Let's stay positive, resilient, and open-minded as we navigate through life's twists and turns. The key is to keep pushing forward, staying true to ourselves, and believing that the perfect door will open at the right time. Embrace the closed doors as a chance for growth, learning, and new opportunities.

Here's Ryan's guiding advice: "As tough as setbacks can be and as time goes by, I've realized that those moments have been responsible for the largest portions of my personal/professional growth. I embrace these opportunities now!" Let's take inspiration from Ryan's approach and make it a goal to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth this year!

Labor Day is just 94 days away! As we dive into a fast-paced, demanding summer filled with professional challenges, it's crucial for organizations to maintain a clear vision. Does your team understand the what and the why behind your organization's mission? Everyone needs to know their role to achieve success by summer's end. Now is the time to create and communicate your organization's vision. And remember, reinforce it every Monday morning to keep everyone aligned and motivated. https://lnkd.in/emCHbvFx

What distinguishes our platform from others in the market? What compelling reasons make joining us the ideal choice? The question beckons: What awaits your decision to join our esteemed community? Allow us to illuminate the unique features and unparalleled opportunities that set us apart, inviting you to embark on a journey of success. The question lingers: What are you waiting for?