Barbara Bruno, CPC, CTS

Your Leadership Circle is what powers your Business. Whether you know this or not, it is the silent engine that can propel your business forward or stop you in your tracks. Are you aware of who is in your Circle inside your business and who is in your Circle around your business? Are these individuals leading with you, leading for you or leading against you? These are important question to consider in this week's episode of Hungry, Humble, Human. Please share your thoughts and let's connect and create stronger Leadership Circles together.

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I'm excited to announce the launch of Covenant HR and Scout™—our game-changing recruitment technology! Most hiring teams struggle with: ⏳ Slow hiring processes that miss out on top talent 📉 Inefficient resume sorting that ignores high-potential candidates 🛑 Disconnected hiring practices that frustrate recruiters and candidates alike So, we built Scout™—AI-first recruitment that: ✅ Instantly evaluates and ranks candidates... no more resume overload ✅ Cuts time-to-hire in half... because waiting weeks is no longer an option ✅ Ensures every applicant gets reviewed... because 85% of resumes never should be ignored Recruitment should be smart, fast, and human-centric. Let’s make it happen! Read the full announcement: https://loom.ly/-zQ0YWE #CovenantHR #ScoutHR #RecruitmentInnovation #FutureOfHiring #TalentTech

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🎙️ The Talent Pieces Podcast | E14 Curious about how entrepreneurs and founders are really leveraging AI to enhance their businesses? Walter Ward III, MBA, from TiiCKER, shared some practical, real-world insights that every entrepreneur should hear. A few highlights from our conversation: ✅ Custom GPTs: Walter shared how he uses custom GPTs—"Maximus" as a powerful research assistant, and "Coach" as his own executive coach, guiding his strategic decisions. ✅ AI Verification Tools: How Tiicker is effectively using AI to verify shareholder identities and significantly reduce operational costs. ✅ Human + AI: Why judgment, creativity, and human reasoning remain irreplaceable—AI is a powerful enhancer, but not a substitute for authentic human interaction and critical decision-making. This is a must-listen if you're serious about implementing AI in your startup the right way. 🚀 Listen now—link in comments below! #TheTalentPieces #AI #Startups #Founders #Entrepreneurship #TechInnovation

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Trust and integrity never go out of style. This week, Bob Burg joins us on #TheSalesHunterPodcast to share why empathy, kindness, and authentic connection still win in sales. Discover how networking as a service and making referrals part of your daily rhythm can transform your business and your relationships. Tune in to the full episode! #GoGiver #RelationshipSelling #SalesWithIntegrity #SalesTips #TheSalesHunter

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Tips from being in the business world for over 40 years & the search business for 36. Part 1 *Never believe that you have learned it all *Keep learning by reading, networking, listening to people in & out of your business *Attend industry conferences *Travel *Follow up #whatdoesbobnow #wdbk #intentionalliving #networking #tuesday #nepa #scranton #wilkesbarre #naples #butimstillyoung

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Struggling to get referrals from your networking group? You might be skipping the most important step. In this episode, I share a simple yet powerful foundation that turns connections into real business growth. Listen to the full podcast here: https://lnkd.in/gKQwTE4N #BusinessNetworking #Referrals #EntreeResults #RelationshipMarketing

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The difference between successful and unsuccessful businesses 👀 Want to be a successful owner? Follow for tips on taking your leadership and business to the next level!  #smallbusiness #smallbusinesstips #smallbusinessowner #businesscoach #businessideas #business #businessowner #businesstips #businessgrowth #marketing #marketingtips #marketingstrategy #sales #salestips #salesstrategy #hiringtips #personalfinancetips #homeservice #businessgoals #leadgeneration

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In speaking with 100’s of Latino’s about financial literacy, I’ve found that “Financial Coaching” feels pretty scary. They feel that financial coaching is for people with more money than they need. But when you tell them coaching can knock out their biggest money problems, they’re way less scared. Progress, not perfection.

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���� Is Your Business a Selling Organization? Here’s Why It Should Be. Many entrepreneurs focus on product, branding, and operations. But if you’re not building a selling organization, you’re leaving growth on the table. On last week’s episode of Crunching Your Growth, Eric Malka, co-founder of The Art of Shaving, shared why transforming your business into a sales-driven machine is key to scaling and long-term success. 📌 Key Takeaways from Eric’s Insights: ✅ Every department—from marketing to customer service—should contribute to sales. ✅ Sales isn’t just about transactions; it’s about relationships, storytelling, and trust. ✅ Building a strong sales culture is what differentiates a business that thrives vs. one that just survives. 📺 Watch this clip where Eric breaks down how he built a selling organization and what you can do to turn your business into a revenue powerhouse. Is your company a selling organization, or does it still rely too much on passive growth? Let’s discuss in the comments! ⬇️ #SalesStrategy #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #CrunchingYourGrowth #EricMalka #philmasiello

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So… you’ve landed the client. Now what? It’s easy to focus on getting the yes but what really builds a successful VA business is what happens next. In this week’s episode of The Visionary VA Podcast, I’m diving into how to craft a client journey that doesn’t just impress - they remember it, talk about it and come back for more. Because being a great VA isn’t just about delivering the work. It’s about making your clients feel supported, confident and like they’re in safe hands from day one. We cover: # The small but mighty power of a quick, friendly first response # Why your onboarding process is your secret weapon # How to nurture relationships beyond the day-to-day tasks Whether you’re just starting out or levelling up your systems, this episode is packed with practical tips and simple tweaks that make a BIG difference. Pick one part of your client journey to improve this week. A welcome video, a check-in email, or even just automating your onboarding docs - it all adds up! Which element of your client journey has had the biggest impact for your business? 🎙️ Watch or listen to the full episode below 👇

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Too many business owners hit a ceiling and wonder why growth stalls. The truth is simple—your business reflects you. If you stop learning, stop improving, and stop stretching yourself, your business will plateau. I’ve seen this time and time again with leaders who get comfortable. Your team can’t outgrow you, because you’re the lid. If you want your company to scale, you have to scale yourself first.

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The bigger your vision, the more you will need a strong foundation. So be very intentional with what you focus on in the earliest weeks and months of your project. It's humbling to do this, but don't worry about what some casual onlooker understands or doesn't understand. Just obsess about what you need to learn. "The unit of progress in an early stage startup is not revenue or users. It is increments of validated learning." (Eric Ries) Because you can build -- and build big -- on top of that.

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