Two weeks ago, something unexpected happened during a coaching call with a long-time client. He said, "We spend so much time working on me, but I just realized—I don’t know your story." That one question led to a 45-minute discussion about my journey. By the end, he summed it up in a way that left me stunned: "Wait a minute—you barely got into university, landed your first job at IBM in Finance, left that to become a teacher and moved to England. Then you returned to Toronto for your MBA, almost became a management consultant, and instead joined FirstService in a Manager role. Fast-forward 10 years, and you were a named executive in your 30s?" I paused, then said, "Yes." What he said next hit me like a ton of bricks: "Let’s stop wasting time on getting me my next promotion. Teach me how to become an executive because I don’t know where to find that coaching." Then came the follow-up question that made me reflect: "Why would you leave your executive role when you were doing so well?" I told him the truth: "The years were starting to blur together, and my children were at an age where I wanted to be there for them before they grew too fast. My wife was excelling in her career, and I wanted to support her. My mind was also changing as I worked on my doctorate. And honestly, I had achieved financial success that allowed me to take a step back, explore new paths, and try something new. Basically bet on myself and starting something from scratch" His response? "Wow. You should reposition yourself to help mid-career professionals become executives like you did." That was the moment it clicked for me. Since then, I’ve been working on creating an irresistible offer for mid-career professionals who aspire to rise to the executive level. If this resonates with you and you’d like to learn more, comment below, and I’ll give you a sneak peek into what I’m building. The best is yet to come.

Last week, I posted about this idea of adding an email signature that essentially said that you do not need to respond if received outside of regular working hours. This idea went viral, no joke - almost 5 million impressions and counting. However, there was a lot of input that this approach is not a good one, and perhaps "schedule send" or "delay delivery" of email is a more appropriate approach. What do you think?

Hi Success Systems Community! We're on a mission this month to grow our community from ~300 to 1,000+ members—and we’re inviting YOU to be part of this journey! To thank you for your support, we’re offering an exclusive LinkedIn Masterclass for every member who refers at least one new member in November. 📈 Here’s why you’ll want in: In this one-hour masterclass, I’ll share the strategies that took my LinkedIn content to over 10 million impressions in 10 months and earned me a spot as one of Canada’s Top Creators. You’ll learn exactly how to: - Build a powerful LinkedIn profile that gets noticed - Craft content that attracts attention and engagement - Grow a strategic network that opens doors How It Works: 1. Invite a friend or colleague who could benefit from Success Systems. 2. Have them mention your name in the sign-up form under “Referred by.” 3. Once they join, you’re automatically eligible for the masterclass! Let’s grow the Success Systems community and unlock more opportunities for everyone. If each of us brings in just one person, we’ll reach our goal in no time! Thanks for being part of this incredible journey, and I can’t wait to see you in the LinkedIn Masterclass! Let’s make November count! 💥 Will you help drive at least 1 referral this month? PS. I am hosting a number of workshops in the coming weeks, more details to follow: Upcoming Events also include: Master Your Morning: The Key to Daily Productivity Beat the Clock: Time Management Hacks for Busy Professionals The Power of 1:1s: Transforming Conversations into Impact Resolving Conflict: Techniques for Building Stronger Teams Breaking Barriers: How to Challenge the Status Quo and Drive Culture

Week 1 of the Personal Effectiveness course has officially launched, and we’re diving right in with the tools and strategies to set you up for success! 🎉 This week focuses on building a solid foundation, starting with the Intro to Personal Effectiveness on Day 1. Here’s what’s in store for you this week: What to Expect in Week 1: Day 1 – Intro to Personal Effectiveness: We’ll start by outlining the core principles that drive personal effectiveness, ensuring you’re set to make the most of this course. Day 2 – Time Management Tools: Explore the key tools that will help you take control of your time. Day 3 – Prioritization Techniques: Learn proven methods to identify and tackle your most important tasks. Day 4 – Setting SMART Goals: Master the art of setting goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Day 5 – Building a Time Management System: Create your personalized system to manage time efficiently. Day 6 – Adapting Your System: Learn how to flex and adjust your system as your priorities evolve. Day 7 – Week 1 Review: Reflect on the progress you’ve made and get ready for Week 2! This first week is all about laying the groundwork to help you become more efficient, effective, and focused, setting you up for success in the weeks to come. Like anything, your feedback is precious, and I will strive to update portions, add more resources and listen to you. Give it a test drive. Your feedback is welcome. Roger

If you’re looking for insights to help you grow in your career, these TED Talks offer powerful lessons on motivation, perseverance, and balance. Whether you’re seeking to understand what truly drives you at work or how to achieve a better work-life balance, these talks are a must-watch. 1. What Makes Us Feel Good About Our Work? by Dan Ariely https://www.ted.com/talks/dan_ariely_what_makes_us_feel_good_about_our_work 2. The Puzzle of Motivation by Dan Pink https://www.ted.com/talks/dan_pink_the_puzzle_of_motivation 3. Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Lee Duckworth https://www.ted.com/talks/angela_lee_duckworth_grit_the_power_of_passion_and_perseverance 4. How to Make Work-Life Balance Work by Nigel Marsh https://www.ted.com/talks/nigel_marsh_how_to_make_work_life_balance_work 5. The Career Advice You Probably Didn’t Get by Susan Colantuono https://www.ted.com/talks/susan_colantuono_the_career_advice_you_probably_didn_t_get Which one did you like best? Do you have any other recommendations?