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David Brownlee🎤 shared thisHappy Holidays! Thank you for the opportunity to serve you and your team this year. I hope you and your family have an amazing time together. Looking forward to seeing you next year! www.DavidBrownlee.com
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David Brownlee🎤 shared thisAlways take care of the people that take care of you Whether you’re the company or the client. Raushike Michaels
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David Brownlee🎤 shared thisImagine how you feel about going to work each day. 85% of employees are disengaged with their work. Millions of workers in the US are suffering from burn out and stress on the job. What if there was a way to feel engaged in your career and hopeful for the future? We are told to seek “happiness” in life and business. I call it "The Happiness Hoax." We are NOT taught to seek what we truly desire…fulfillment and meaning in our work or life. When you experience a sense of purpose, fulfillment and meaning in your life or work, that is the mark of true success. But how do you do it? What do you need in order to have that experience? After over 7500 one-on-one coaching sessions with team members, executives and business owners, I have found that there are 5 things that must be taken care of first. You need all 5 and in a specific order: 1. Define Your Purpose ↳ Make it clear so that decisions in the company always refers back to it ↳ Mission, Vision, Values that your employees and customers can relate to 2. Implement Your Passion ↳ Insert passion into your product and service from the top down ↳ Your clients and customers will recognize the passion your put into it - or not. 3. Choose the Right People ↳ Carefully select the “A”Players that you put into your organization ↳ Attract team members and clients that share in your purpose and passion in the business ↳ Your business should clearly represent your purpose and what you are passionate about 4. Increase Your Productivity ↳ Create clear metrics for each department ↳ Establish regular check-ins to maintain alignment ↳ Celebrate small wins that move the needle 5. Enhance Your Performance ↳ Create massive accountability within your organizations ↳ Meticulously track and measure the results you are getting ↳ Adjust your strategy to continually maximize and optimize your results I shared this framework as part of "The Fulfillment Equation - The P5 Formula to purpose and profits in your business” at the IMEX Conference last week at the Mandalay Bay Hotel along with 15k event industry professionals. What an honor to present at this magical event, with these incredible people. Thank you IMEX for the invitation! What works for you to find purpose, passion and people in your life or work?
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David Brownlee🎤 shared thisIMEX Update! Attention business leaders attending the IMEX America Conference in Vegas: Have you experienced challenges this year to get your team to hit their goals? Have you noticed it's difficult to compete for your employee engagement? You're not alone... The last 12 years I have been helping leaders just like you overcome the challenges in motivating and inspiring their teams to get results. From small businesses to Fortune 500 Companies, it all starts with communication. Communicating to your team, your customers, your partners and even yourself. That way, you can bring fulfillment and meaning to your business and keep your team engaged, productive and successful. I will be sharing my P5 Formula with 15k of you at the IMEX America Conference at the Mandalay Bay Hotel in Las Vegas next week. I’ll be on the Inspiration Hub Stage, on October 7th, at 2:30pm. I’ll have a P5 Formula Action Guide for you and a few gift surprises. See you there! ♻️ Repost to your network for anyone looking to be more successful this year than they were last year!
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David Brownlee🎤 shared thisJoin me in Vegas next week? Some of my most memorable keynotes have been in Vegas. Amazing venues, exaordinary audiences and unforgettable experiences. I’m passionate about speaking and sharing stories, tools and strategies to help give my audiences what they need and crave. …and do it all with purpose, passion, enthusiasm and fun. Join me at IMEX Tuesday, October 7th at 2:30pm PST. Live, in-person at The Inspiration Hub at The Mandalay Bay Hotel. (Link below) I’ll be sharing myP5Formula to help you and your teams experience more fulfillment and meaning in your work. …so you can hit your targets in a sustainable way that builds culture, loyalty and relationships. Looking forward to seeing you there! PS - Can’t make Vegas? I’m happy to come speak at your next event. DM me and we’ll talk! What makes a world-class speaker in your opinion?
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David Brownlee🎤 shared thisWhat happens in Vegas… The glamour of "having fulfillment and meaning" in your job comes at a real price: Sleepless nights, brutal decisions, constant pressure. After conducting more than 7500 one-on-one coaching sessions with executives,I know the highs and lows too well. Here are the brutal truths you won't hear elsewhere: 1. Your company PURPOSE matters ↳ You’re A+ employees are looking for a company where they can get behind the vision/ mission. 2. Your product and service need to be driven by PASSION ↳ Your team and customers recognize authentic passion & demand it from you and your company. 3. You will not make a lot of money without the right PEOPLE ↳ Fill your business with employees and customers that relate to your purpose and passion. 4. Lack of PRODUCTIVITY will haunt you ↳ Maximize your productivity. It’s not sustainable without the right purpose, passion and people. 5. PERFORMANCE is not a dirty word ↳ But if you don't have the right purpose, passion, people and productivity, you won't get far. Whatever you do, don't neglect any of these 5 P’s – the P5Formula. Your team needs you to be sharp and ready for anything. Next week, I am coming back to Las Vegas! I’ll be at the Mandalay Bay Hotel, at the Inspiration Hub, Tuesday, October 7th at 2:30pm. Join me for the IMEX conference with 15k event planners, event coordinators and company executives. I’ll be diving deep into the P5Formula and how you can apply it to finally have fulfillment and meaning in your business to drive the consistent, desired results that you are after. Join 15K+ event professionals from around the world at my upcoming speech below: https://lnkd.in/g-XQJs5s ♻️ Repost this to help other rockstars in your network. And follow David Brownlee🎤 for more on rockstar communication training for business leaders. (Watch the video here https://lnkd.in/grNyTs3a)
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David Brownlee🎤 shared thisHow to find a career or business you genuinely love (5 rules to find meaning and fulfillment in your work that I taught to 2M+ people) 1. Find your personal and professional purpose 2. Align your passions with your work → even if you have to get creative 3. Build relationships with the right people (coaches, mentors, bosses, clients that support you) 4. Focus on productivity "take action", "execute your plan", "begin working" 5. Optimize your performance - e.g. I trained 2M+ people Bonus: Never start with performance. Build your foundation first. Purpose+Pasion+People+Productivity+Performance=Fullfillment and Meaning at work This is the whole game. (Save + Repost for others ♻️) P.S. Any other rules to find fulfillment and meaning in your work or life that you swear by?
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David Brownlee🎤 shared thisImagine the mess if every NFL coach had a different idea of what "winning" the Super Bowl meant. One coach focuses on defense, another on offense, a third on special teams - each pushing their own agenda. The result? A team pulling in different directions, despite having talented players. Yet this is exactly what happens in organizations every day. When I ask leaders about their top priority, I get as many different answers as there are people in the room. Marketing wants brand awareness, Sales pushes for revenue, HR focuses on retention, and Operations demands efficiency. This misalignment is costing you: • Wasted resources • Confused teams • Slower execution • Missed opportunities The solution? It's deceptively simple but requires courage: 1. Set ONE crystal-clear goal that unifies all directors ↳ Make it specific, measurable, and time-bound ↳ Ensure every department sees their role in achieving it 2. Make the "why" behind it undeniable ↳ Connect it to both business impact and personal growth ↳ Show how it serves customers, employees, and shareholders 3. Build a focused strategy to achieve it ↳ Create clear metrics for each department ↳ Establish regular check-ins to maintain alignment ↳ Celebrate small wins that move the needle I shared this framework as part of the Rockstar Communication philosophy at the Egypt CSR Forum - showing how aligned leadership drives sustainable success. What an honor to present in this magical country, with its rich history and incredible people. Thank you Dr . Hassan Mostafa for the invitation!
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David Brownlee🎤 liked thisDavid Brownlee🎤 liked thisTwo years ago, CEO Zones was founded on a profound belief: every Chief Executive carries a story that history has yet to recognize. In the quiet moments — between decisions, seasons, and the weight of the known versus the unknown — that story seeks to be shaped with intention. As enterprises rise, the voices that can truly connect with a leader diminish. Noise amplifies, truth becomes scarce, and legacy is built in the unseen hours. This is the essence of the Walled Garden CEO Zones sanctuary. It is not merely a community, program, or platform, but a space where a Chief Executive can hear their own thoughts, where judgment transforms into art, and where the next chapter of a legacy is crafted long before it is revealed to the world. Inside the Garden: • Time slows down, allowing wisdom to catch up with you. Your perspective broadens — not due to changes in the world, but because your vantage point shifts. • Identity and responsibility come into alignment. You evolve into the leader your future self will appreciate. • The external noise diminishes, transforming into clarity, enabling you to sense the path ahead before you can articulate it. As we celebrate our second anniversary, we reflect on a truth shared by every great Chief Executive: you are not remembered for the years you led, but for what your leadership made inevitable. Here’s to the next chapter — to clarity earned, courage refined, and legacies crafted with intention. High-Tech Precision. High-Touch Humanity. UNCOMPROMISED LEGACY. If you are a sitting Chief Executive ready to shape a chapter that transcends your tenure, message me for a confidential walk through the CEO Ai Legacy Suite. Visit: https://lnkd.in/etGYJc8G #CEOZones #EnterpriseLeadership #ChiefExecutive #StrategicClarity #ChiefOfStaffAi #LegacyPreservation Theodore Basil Steven J. Bowen Terry Booysen Eric A. Brooker David Brownlee🎤 Arturo Del Rio Jr. Tyler Cerny Jeff Chatterton Mike Fitzpatrick Nina Fountain Influence Catalyst-Management Consultant-Stylist Rene Godefroy Randy Gravitt Tiffany Joy Greene, MBA John Gronski, CEO, Leader Grove Chad C. Harvey Clark Howell Tracey Jones, Ph.D., MBA, CPBC, CPBL Herbert Lang Mackenzie Lee Dr. Terry Lyles Mark Matteson David Medansky, The Health Guy Mark Miller Preston Poore Dr. Jay Raines Garry Ridge Sherif Sakr Davin Salvagno Mark Sanborn Pete Schramm R. Adam Smith Modupe Taylor Pearce Joel Trammell Dee Ann Turner® Ralph Ward Bob Wood Greg Zlevor Scott Wozniak Matt Carstens
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David Brownlee🎤 liked thisDavid Brownlee🎤 liked thisIf you are attending the Gartner Digital Workplace Summit today or tomorrow stop by or reach out. Would love to connect on what you are seeing in the evolution of the digital workplace. https://lnkd.in/evmVuyZYGartner Digital Workplace Summit 2026 San Diego, CAGartner Digital Workplace Summit 2026 San Diego, CA
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David Brownlee🎤 liked thisDavid Brownlee🎤 liked thisThanks to CJ Fairfield for the time, enjoyed our converstaon! GoTo just launched the new LogMeIn Partner Network, aimed at supercharging growth for IT resellers, MSPs, and partners working with LogMeIn solutions like Resolve and Rescue. With a focus on AI-driven endpoint management, remote support, zero-trust capabilities, plus new tools, tiered incentives, co-marketing support, and resources to build recurring revenue. Read more in CRN: https://lnkd.in/e2AuwqYi Robinder Koura Nicci McKenzie Michael Wolf Brittany Larson Jason P. Soren Pareigis Liselott Maidment Nadya GaughranGoTo Launches LogMeIn Partner Network To Boost Channel MomentumGoTo Launches LogMeIn Partner Network To Boost Channel Momentum
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David Brownlee🎤 liked thisDavid Brownlee🎤 liked thisAs a Chief Executive, you have dedicated years to building a values-driven business, complete with stories, insights, and a clear mission. The question now is: how will you codify that wisdom for the next generation of leaders? Writing a book is one of the most impactful ways to cement your legacy and scale your influence. However, the journey from a blank page to a published book can seem overwhelming, especially when you are already managing a company. To support you in this endeavor, CEO Zones Publishing is hosting WRITE. PUBLISH. LAUNCH. On April 2nd, join me along with industry experts Scott Jeffrey Miller and Davin Salvagno for a live, one-hour Masterclass tailored specifically for executives. We will guide you on how to transform your ideas into a book that can change lives and enhance your leadership brand. In this power-packed hour, you will learn: • How to clarify your "why" and distill your unique insights into a compelling narrative • The crucial role books play in shaping the future of your industry • How to navigate the modern publishing landscape to find the right fit • The precise roadmap for writing, publishing, marketing, and launching your book Your legacy is already being crafted through your daily work. Let’s put it in print. Secure your spot for the live virtual session here: https://lnkd.in/eB9TN3Xf Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 2:00 PM ET Steven J. Bowen Terry Booysen Eric A. Brooker David Brownlee🎤 Tyler Cerny Jeff Chatterton Mike Fitzpatrick Nina Fountain Influence Catalyst-Management Consultant-Stylist Rene Godefroy Randy Gravitt Tiffany Joy Greene, MBA John Gronski, CEO, Leader Grove Chad C. Harvey Clark Howell Herbert Lang Mackenzie Lee Dr. Terry Lyles Mark Matteson David Medansky, The Health Guy Mark Miller Preston Poore Dr. Jay Raines Garry Ridge Sherif Sakr Davin Salvagno Pete Schramm Mark Sanborn R. Adam Smith Modupe Taylor Pearce Dee Ann Turner® Ralph Ward Bob Wood Greg Zlevor Scott Wozniak
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David Brownlee🎤 liked thisDavid Brownlee🎤 liked thisWe’re proud to share that Karl Gorman and Adrianne Branche have been recognized in the Black Leaders of Influence 2026 list. Their leadership continues to drive progress across our organization, with a clear focus on execution, innovation, and community-centered development. This recognition reflects the strength of their vision and the consistency of their impact. Congratulations to Karl and Adrianne on this well-deserved honor.
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David Brownlee🎤 liked thisDavid Brownlee🎤 liked thisYour business is a reflection of your leadership. Period. 👊 Most business owners think they have a people problem. They don't. They have a leadership system problem. If you feel like a babysitter, it’s because your team lacks the leadership skills to own their results. This isn't a hiring fluke, it's a leadership development deficit that’s stealing your freedom and fueling business owner burnout. True leadership isn't just about the office. It's an operating system that dictates your personal discipline and the energy you bring to your home. When you lack a system, the chaos follows you into the gym and across the dinner table. The fix isn’t "hustling" harder. It’s implementing management training and elite leadership coaching that actually scales.
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David Brownlee🎤 liked thisDavid Brownlee🎤 liked thisAfter training 1000’s of people I have learned one important lesson. Teaching someone leadership without unlocking their mind and heart doesn’t work. It’s like trying to drive a car with a mud covered windshield and no working wipers. People have subconscious baggage that just blocks information from being retained. It’s why 10 years ago I created the Unlock the Leader framework and have had massive leadership transformations with it.
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David Brownlee🎤 liked thisDavid Brownlee🎤 liked thisWhat a way to wrap up Crescent Hotels & Resorts Client Appreciation Week! I had the absolute pleasure of attending Hotel Republic San Diego Client Event, and the vibes were 10/10. Between the rooftop breeze, the live DJ, and some competitive rounds of cornhole, the energy was unmatched. Want an invite to the next one or looking for the perfect venue for your next project? Connect with the wonderful team at sales@hotelrepublicsd.com #CrescentHotels #HotelRepublicSD #SanDiegoLife #ClientAppreciation #RooftopEvent #EventPlanning #HospitalityLife #EventProfessionals #CHRCAW Chris Donohue Tarise Prieto Joseph Florez Sydney Hyde McKenzie Horowitz Jessica Ferry
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As small business owners, we know how important it is to find marketing strategies that will grow our customer base. We also know how challenging it is to find those new markets and turn those new contacts into new customers. Finding new market opportunities boils down to what I call the SUCCESS strategy. This acronym can be broken down into seven easy steps to help grow and market your business. -
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David is an official LinkedIn trainer passionate about serving others. He focuses on teaching individuals and teams how to create a world-class customer service-focused experience.
His goal is to help bridge the gap between where your company is and where you want to be in terms of customer service success, which will translate into more loyal customers, referrals, 5-star online reviews, and ultimately more revenue.
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David is an official LinkedIn trainer passionate about serving others. He focuses on teaching individuals and teams how to create a world-class customer service-focused experience.
His goal is to help bridge the gap between where your company is and where you want to be in terms of customer service success, which will translate into more loyal customers, referrals, 5-star online reviews, and ultimately more revenue.
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David Brownlee is the world’s most viewed customer success expert in the world. He is a number one, best-selling author, speaker and coach. He has trained over 1 million individuals and businesses through his online courses, live events, coaching programs and consulting. His clients include from small businesses to Fortune 500 Companies across various industries. From Google and LinkedIn in the tech world, to Amazon and Walmart on the retail side, David’s passion is…DAVID BROWNLEE
David Brownlee is the world’s most viewed customer success expert in the world. He is a number one, best-selling author, speaker and coach. He has trained over 1 million individuals and businesses through his online courses, live events, coaching programs and consulting. His clients include from small businesses to Fortune 500 Companies across various industries. From Google and LinkedIn in the tech world, to Amazon and Walmart on the retail side, David’s passion is helping you and your organization succeed. He is one of the top LinkedIn Learning Instructors with over 100k students on the platform.
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Albuquerque New Mexico City Council approves funding for new film studio & warehouse - new article & KOAT news clip video: https://lnkd.in/gXTt4eGr. - Albuquerque City Council has approved funding to expand Mesa Films & build a new studio on 60 acres next to Double Eagle Airport, creating 24 full-time jobs & more than 750 production jobs in the city - plus Growing an industry: New Mexico Film Office economic impact study shows strong growth and return on investment - 2024 article: https://lnkd.in/gTPjK2Ry - There are three New Mexico film partners — Netflix Studios, NBC Universal & 828 Productions — that have made at least a 10-year deal to have a production hub in New Mexico.
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