Chris Lock

Unlock Business Growth with ‘The Scale Model’ Book. As you navigate the complexities of scaling your business, ‘The Scale Model’ book emerges as an indispensable resource. 📈 With your Strategic Plan as your compass, identify the bottlenecks that are hindering your progress. Tackle them head-on by addressing the most critical one first. 🚀 Simply flip to the relevant chapter in ‘The Scale Model,’ and you’ll find tailored strategies and insights to guide you through the resolution process. Embark on your journey to scaling with confidence. #ScaleCoach #BusinessGrowth #StrategicPlanning #TheScaleModel

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‘Carlsberg. Probably the best beer in the world.’ If you’re of a certain age, you’ll probably remember the adverts for Carlsberg beer and the slogan above. When working for another consultancy around five years ago, I received feedback from a client through my boss at the time. To paraphrase, they said; “Ben is fantastic, and he needs to stop being so humble.” It really stuck with me. But five years later, with even more experience, study, and self-reflection under my belt in my particular niche, I feel confident about sharing this post. If you’re looking for a hands-on leadership programme that inspires mid-to-senior leaders to be the best they can be….my programmes are probably the best leadership training courses in the world. If you’re looking for a leadership training provider, you’ll find a few people out there delivering courses that deliver the same impact. I don’t think you’ll find better, though. So please do get in touch if you need support. I’ve space for one more programme in 2024. Yours (humbly), Ben #LeadershipTraining #CorporateLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #PersonalDevelopment

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‘Carlsberg. Probably the best beer in the world.’ If you’re of a certain age, you’ll probably remember the adverts for Carlsberg beer and the slogan above. When working for another consultancy around five years ago, I received feedback from a client through my boss at the time. To paraphrase, they said; “Ben is fantastic, and he needs to stop being so humble.” It really stuck with me. But five years later, with even more experience, study, and self-reflection under my belt in my particular niche, I feel confident about sharing this post. If you’re looking for a hands-on leadership programme that inspires mid-to-senior leaders to be the best they can be….my programmes are probably the best leadership training courses in the world. If you’re looking for a leadership training provider, you’ll find a few people out there delivering courses that deliver the same impact. I don’t think you’ll find better, though. So please do get in touch if you need support. I’ve space for one more programme in 2024. Yours (humbly), Ben #LeadershipTraining #CorporateLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #LeadershipCoach

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‘Carlsberg. Probably the best beer in the world.’ If you’re of a certain age, you’ll probably remember the adverts for Carlsberg beer and the slogan above. When working for another consultancy around five years ago, I received feedback from a client through my boss at the time. To paraphrase, they said; “Ben is fantastic, and he needs to stop being so humble.” It really stuck with me. But five years later, with even more experience, study, and self-reflection under my belt in my particular niche, I feel confident about sharing this post. If you’re looking for a hands-on leadership programme that inspires mid-to-senior leaders to be the best they can be….my programmes are probably the best leadership training courses in the world. If you’re looking for a leadership training provider, you’ll find a few people out there delivering courses that deliver the same impact. I don’t think you’ll find better, though. So please do get in touch if you need support. I’ve space for one more programme in 2024. Yours (humbly), Ben #LeadershipTraining #CorporateLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #LeadershipCoach

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Just hopped off a brilliant Masterclass I deliver for EnterprisingYou - The Growth Company always so inspiring working with New Business Start Ups, great to meet you all today. #business #businessowner #growth #mindset #lovelife

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🏆⚽ Is winning on your agenda? Who is on the team and what role are they playing? Fancy exploring a way to shape and structure your marketing process so that it is lined up for optimum performance? If marketing is a process that includes how you manage customer service and how that connects across a business then setting out with a game plan makes heaps of sense. It is just like a football match - the manager puts the right talent in the right place (hopefully!) and is able to be agile in making changes and responding. Your marketing process needs to do the same so you don't need to rewrite the plan when markets fluctuate or outside influences impact your business/sector. Let's keep marketing moving, visible and the connecting process in your business. Come and discover more and its fully funded! WOWZA! This session is ideal for those in a business who have responsibility for coordinating marketing as it offers a visual you can take back to the workplace and use to further strengthen the sales and marketing culture in the business. #newcastle #gateshead #northumberland #tyneside https://lnkd.in/eDDN-h4F Neil Henry MInstR Graham Sleep Glyn Selway Karen Berry

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Facilitating a strategy retreat for a team responsible for a $3.3bn portfolio of global household brands, I realised... Something obvious but often not always actioned This week we’re tasked with bringing together a new leadership team and setting a fresh strategy as part of a huge organisation restructure. They are moving a juggernaut. A lot of effort to change. But one of the key messages shared by the team leader yesterday was: “A journey of a thousand miles starts with a small step.” got me thinking. Being smaller should make us more nimble 𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐝𝐨 𝐰𝐞 𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞, 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜? As self-employed consultant & facilitators, we support bigger entities set strategies. And aren't strategies for our businesses Here's a reminder: 1️⃣ Break Down Goals Set a clear vision for the future But break it down into deliverables Makes it less daunting & more achievable 2️⃣ Prioritise Immediate Wins Identify the quick wins Providing immediate value Helps build momentum and boost morale. 3️⃣ Meet regularly (even if it's just you) Set up intentional structures to monitor progress against the strateguy Ensures we're on track & could pivot quickly None of this is rocket science. We do this for other. But ask yourself, honestly. How often are you being reactive? And when was the last time you do this for your own business? ~~ ♻️ Reshare if this hits homeca ✍️ What small step will you take today towards your big dream? Share your thoughts below.

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I very much enjoy the ability to work flexibly but, as business owner and parent, I also find it really hard to protect my own time. Cue Sophie Hudson, mindset & empowerment coach. We’ve spent the morning talking about getting crystal clear on my goals so I’m feeling reinvigorated to focus on my time too! Which means, as today is my non-working day, I’m going to spend the next 60 mins reading my book and going for a walk before the school run. #goalsetting #flexibleworking #mindset

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Some good tips here on leveraging your network on LinkedIn. Simple, straightforward and NOT trying to play the algorithm. 1. Make it engaging to catch people's attention and encourage quick interaction 2. If it's engaging, people are more likely to like, comment or share 3. Then come the network effects! Good post Colour Me Social 😊 #ContentMarketing #Communities #Networks

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More inspiring, informative and encouraging views from Marketing Week Emphasis on numbers alone are not the way to align people and performance. More to be said from having clear business outcomes and deliverables that when joined up represent success. If that visual is shared and based on a way to create value, empower people, support vision, show impact and offer a space for a full team to perform then that's such a wonderful place to start. #peopleandculture #businesstransformation #processtransformation

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Just how important is it to dress for success, even when you find it challenging? This is the question that the amazing Chantelle Znideric - Award-Winning Personal Stylist and Brand Expert, will address in the upcoming webinar. I'm really looking forward to chatting with Chantelle and learning more. I understand that it's harder to dress for success when feeling tired, but I've found that wearing bright and colourful clothes makes me feel better about myself and positively influences my interactions with others. Chantelle has been a great source of inspiration for me to incorporate more colour into my wardrobe, and I'm sure you'll find her insights valuable. To join us head to https://lnkd.in/eKy-ZM3j to grab your spot or get the recording after the session. ______________________________ ⭐️Increased energy levels, focus & wellbeing for ambitious individuals 🔥The BOOST Method Programme for those with chronic illness and/or facing burnout ☎️Book a free 30-minute call to discuss how to have the energy you want https://p.bttr.to/3G34ukD 💡Sign up for weekly tips and advice by going to https://lnkd.in/eMFFYiuD

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If you are in a business where teamwork is the engine that fuels your products and services and engage your customers - September is under the powerful vibration of 33, a number of significant influence, representing double threes and triple elevens. This suggests that September will be a highly transformative month, particularly in the realms of community, group dynamics, and the collective consciousness. https://lnkd.in/gDQwjZVX

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Interested to see the latest from Hive's Engagement Index - might things be starting to look up? 👀 Hive’s Engagement Index is made up of the responses to 3 core questions measuring Pride, Advocacy and Loyalty across an organisation (measured on a scale of 0 to 10 with a result of 7 and above indicating a positive score).
 Their dataset is huge - getting results each quarter from over 500K employees across various industries. The Engagement Index for Q2 2024 remains stable at 7.1, suggesting consistent efforts to enhance employee engagement are effective. Pride sees a slight uptick to 7.6, reflecting increased satisfaction and pride in work and organisation. Loyalty metrics remain steady around the mid-6 range, indicating ongoing employee commitment. Advocacy stays strong at 7.3, showcasing employees’ willingness to speak positively about their organisation. Overall, these metrics underscore a positive workplace culture with room for continuous improvement in fostering employee satisfaction and engagement. Do you sense that things are improving? 🙌 Image: Stats that read: yellow block - 7.1 engagement index April - June 2024 (Q2 2024) Grey block - 0.0 No Change Q2 2024 Vs Q1 2024 Purple block - Loyalty 6.3 Red block - Advocacy 7.3 Green block - Pride 7.6

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Feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone. Many CEOs are feeling the pressure more than ever, leading to burnout. It's not just the workload; it’s the isolation, constant decision-making, and unpredictable environment that push leaders to the edge. The warning signs? You’re reacting more than thinking - You’ve lost sight of strategy - Delegating? Forget it. But it doesn't have to be this way. Here are 6 proven strategies that successful CEOs use to combat burnout: ➡️ Maintain good habits: No back-to-back meetings. Prioritise rest and exercise. ➡️ Seek peer support: You need people around you who get it. ➡️ Allocate time for strategy: Don’t just work in the business, work on it. ➡️ Be direct: Clear, open communication with your team is key. ➡️ Make the tough decisions: Don’t put them off. ➡️ Focus on others: Stop the martyr complex, and reconnect with people. Want to dive deeper? Read the full article here on Vistage to find out how these steps can transform your leadership journey: https://lnkd.in/e5g8ZXYe.

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Giving back is one of my personal values, and something I weave into all of my businesses. I usually sit down at the beginning of each month to work out where our profits are and what we can give. If this is something you have been meaning to do or think about, please do check out B1G1 They connect with projects all over the world and have aligned them with the United Nations Sustainability and Development Goals (SDGs) If you'd love to know more, I'd happily have a virtual coffee date with you on this. If all you have is a spare £5 a month, honestly, there is a project in their long international list that would deeply benefit from that. I can't tell you the joy it gives me, my team and the clients that buy through us, that this is possible each month. Also, do you head up a project that could do with funding? Perhaps a conversation with Jack Blenkinsopp the UK partnerships manager for B1G1 might be in order? I'd love to hear whether giving is part of your personal and business growth plan, and if so, how do you 'manage' it? Simon Levell Matt Parfitt Charlie Walker Tim Thorlby Martin Lawson Catherine Pearson #SDG #Giving #GivingBack #BusinessForGood #1PercentClub

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Thank you Inky Thinking for my wonderful gift I would have written a review without knowing there was something in it for me, but it’s a lovely touch none the less. In B2B marketing customer reviews and case studies are so important. It’s one of our biggest realisations since starting LockSmith . Credibility and proof points for when potential buyers enter the market - which isn’t all that often in a B2B purchasing cycle - are critical. How do you canvass customer feedback?

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