Saturday, March 30, 2013

Strengths and a World Class Cup of Coffee

I believe everyone can be "World Class" at something. James Freeman founded Blue Bottle Coffee Company with the ideal of creating an insanely great cup of coffee. Check out the trailer for his new book, "The Blue Bottle Craft of Coffee". And if you're in San Francisco or New York City, drop by for a cup...and plan on waiting in line.

Tuesday, March 19, 2013

This is the Essence of Strengths Oriented Management

If you have a manager, make them watch this clip every day for a month! If you are a school teacher or a parent...the same.

Be Remarkable!

Sunday, March 17, 2013

The Difference Between Fireworks and The Space Shuttle

Our friends over at African Mosaic of put up a great clip that causes us to think about 2 approaches to Strengths Discovery. In the first approach, Discovery is the end. In the second and much more valuable approach, Discovery is only a beginning that leads to Development and Delivery.

How are you approaching Strengths?

Sunday, March 10, 2013

World's Greatest - Tom Black

I love to ask people the question, "What Are You Insanely Great At?" And usually a follow up question, "What could you be great at, if you developed it?"

Tom Black is an insanely great Yo Yo Artist. He displays his skills here at new TED venue devoted to talent search.

Saturday, March 9, 2013

Two Questions That Can Change Your Life - Daniel Pink

As a coach, I'm a collector of questions that can change a life. My collection has grown to somewhere well over 100. Daniel Pink has two questions here that I will add to my list.


Coaching, Class, and Collaborator Comments

The Purpose of this letter is to describe the benefits I enjoyed from my coaching experience with Dale Cobb. I had a very specific issue, which I needed help getting over the hump with. Our conversations were very helpful in keeping me on track and getting me to the finish line. I believe that Dale is a keen observer of the human condition and has the ability to reflect back an individuals thoughts and goals as one strives for success. I found the services offered by Dale to be timely and effective. In the future, I am sure I will be presented with challenges that require outside assistance. When that time comes, I will not hesitate to call on Dale for his fresh bright and insightful guidance.

Joe Sexton, Managing Partner, CFR Executive Search, Chicago, Illinois

“Working with Dale has always been rewarding. Dale has always been on the leading edge developing new ways of marketing his products and services. Always willing to try new approaches and follow through... Always convincing.”

Fred Friday, Junk King Franchise Owner, Chattanooga, Tennessee

"Dale has always impressed me with his integrity, marketing insights, compassion and follow through. He thinks outside the box, asks the questions that others fail to ask and has a real heart for training others to be the best they can be. You can count on Dale."

Tim Turner, Owner Turner Strategic, Atlanta, Georgia

“Dale is always the most prepared person in the room. He has the ability to listen and clarify the issue at hand. He is a creative, caring leader. He has always been a joy to work with.”

Beverly Sherman, Owner Creative Connections, Lansing, Michigan

“I would like to take the opportunity to offer my recommendation for Dale Cobb. He has the remarkable ability to clearly listen to a problem, understand the issues and suggest a course of action that satisfies the needs of me and my clients. I cannot tell you how many times his advice was precisely what I needed to close a deal or carefully resolve a difficult situation. He is resourceful and creative in his teaching style. Over all he helped me to be more efficient and successful in my career.”

Michael Ward, Houston, Texas

“Dale gives attention to detail and runs one of the best team meetings I’ve ever seen. He has the keen ability to make complex things seems simple enough that anyone could understand them.”

Elwyn Henderson, Owner-Partner Mosaic Images, Gilmer, Texas

“Thank you for all your time and encouragement. With your advice and direction, I was able to get a decent job offer. They even complimented my resume.”

Ben Davidson, Visalia, CA