2 Minute Takeaway Podcast
The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your performance and productivity at work. Motivational keynote speaker, Ken Okel, engages audiences with actionable and creative solutions. Your audience will enjoy Ken's relatable approach to improving your performance at work. For more, visit www.KenOkel.com Ken Okel learned the value of high performance and productivity, when failure was not an option, during careers in TV News, hurricane relief, and professional ballet. Let Ken’s customized presentations and original stories fill your meeting with memorable and clever takeaways. Today, as a motivational keynote speaker, audiences enjoy his creative solutions to their problems. Ken is the author of the the books, Stuck on Yellow and Get Better, hosts The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast, and has marketed everything from global brands to a three legged kitten. Today people know about Ken Okel for his leadership presentations to companies and associations. Audiences are engaged and entertained as they learn from his experiences and gain the tools necessary to transform their professional lives. Ken continues to use his broadcasting skills in interviews, as a Master of Ceremonies, and in webinars. He also appears on-camera in his weekly productivity tips. Ken is a Past President and two time Member of the Year of the Florida Speakers Association and a 20 year member of the National Speakers Association. You'll also enjoy Ken's insights on his YouTube channel.
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How To Communicate With an Email Skimmer
04/25/2025
How To Communicate With an Email Skimmer
In a world of increasing workloads and shrinking attention spans, it's important to know how to communicate with email skimmers. These are the people who quickly scan your messages but don't read them in their entirety. This practice can lead to recipients missing key details, miscommunication, and delayed responses. Let's help you compose messages that will be fully read in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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Did You Miss the Artificial Intelligence Honeymoon?
04/18/2025
Did You Miss the Artificial Intelligence Honeymoon?
If technology is not your area of expertise, then you may feel like you've missed the Artificial Intelligence honeymoon. The bad news is that you're likely behind a lot of your competition in this area. The good news is that, with a focused and strategic approach, you can start to embrace Artificial Intelligence in your business. Find out in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast how creating an AI Ambassador can offer you an on-ramp to this new technology. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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How to Unlock the Potential of Others
04/11/2025
How to Unlock the Potential of Others
In this jumbo edition of the podcast, you will learn how to unlock the potential of others. This is important because at some time, you may need the members of your team to raise their game, in order to meet an unexpected challenge. Join me as we go into a busy airport, where a group of strangers did something that many would say was impossible. It's all part of a section of one of my keynote presentations that you get to enjoy in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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Prevent Mistakes at Work
04/04/2025
Prevent Mistakes at Work
Some focused review of your policies and procedures can prevent mistakes at work. These are the problems that cost you valuable time and money. Why should you do this? Sometimes your great plans have an unexpected flaw. You'll hear a funny example of how this can happen in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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Do You Have a Delegation Problem?
03/28/2025
Do You Have a Delegation Problem?
As a leader, do you have a delegation problem? It can be very easy to think that you have to perform every task. And you may like doing everything because you know it will all be done right. The downside to this level of control is that you're likely on the road to burnout. And the employees who don't have a chance to help out may become disengaged. Let's solve your delegation problem in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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How to Achieve Your Goals in a Busy World
03/21/2025
How to Achieve Your Goals in a Busy World
It can be a challenge to figure out how to achieve your goals in a busy world. You start with good intentions but become derailed by unexpected realities. It's understandable if frustration sets in and makes you resistant to setting future goals. What if we could better your odds by improving your goal-setting process? Learn some easy tips that can help you get started in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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Finding Patience in a Busy World
03/14/2025
Finding Patience in a Busy World
Has finding patience in a busy world become a greater challenge for you? It's easy to expect instant satisfaction from every moment of our personal and professional lives. But the world doesn't always work that way, which can be frustrating. What if our lack of patience was hurting us because we're seeing our time through an unreasonable perspective? Let's refocus and get rid of some of this time management stress in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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How To Unlock Your Self-Improvement
03/07/2025
How To Unlock Your Self-Improvement
Understanding how to unlock your self-improvement should no longer be a mystery. There's nothing magical about getting better at the things you do. It's a process that can be accessed by all. What you need is an understanding that, know how, may not be enough to help you improve. Instead, you need to embrace a know better, philosophy. Find out how to get started in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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How To Maintain High Standards
02/28/2025
How To Maintain High Standards
Successful businesses need to understand how to maintain high standards. If you're not careful, over time, they might start to change in a bad way. Suddenly, years of work are becoming undone. In these moments, leaders need to refocus their teams and make sure excellence is being embraced at all levels. Let's talk about staying committed to being your best in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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How to Prepare For Your Big Moments at Work
02/21/2025
How to Prepare For Your Big Moments at Work
Do you ever feel like you need to improve how you prepare for your big moments at work? These are career-defining opportunities and you need to be at your best. There's no reset or do over button. Recently, I was inspired by this high level of performance while talking a group of specialized photographers. They have three seconds to do their job and it needs to be done right. Find out their keys to success in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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Why You Need Personalized Coaching in 2025
02/14/2025
Why You Need Personalized Coaching in 2025
Personalized coaching in 2025 could open the door to new opportunities and career advancement. Getting started can be intimidating and some fear any kind of negative feedback. Let's break down some of the benefits of personalized coaching. You may also learn to change your relationship with feedback. Get better in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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Making Good Decisions When You Get Bad News
02/07/2025
Making Good Decisions When You Get Bad News
How are you at making good decisions when you get bad news? Because some people will rush into a solution, as soon as they hear the bad news. This may not be a case where speed helps you. In fact, it could be limiting your options or putting too much of the decision-making process on your plate. Let's talk about a smart, bad news system in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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Fear of Costly Mistakes at Work
01/31/2025
Fear of Costly Mistakes at Work
Do you have a fear of costly mistakes at work? For some, it represents their greatest workplace fear. Take a deep breath. While you don't want to make mistakes on the job, sometimes they are inevitable due to conditions outside your control. In other cases, the problems may be easily fixed if you pump up your review process. Let's make sure mistakes at work don't cause you to lose too much sleep in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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How to Turn a Negative Into a Positive at Work
01/24/2025
How to Turn a Negative Into a Positive at Work
On the job, things will go wrong and it's important to know how to turn a negative into a positive at work. These are the moments when you don't get something, like a promotion or an opportunity to do something new and exciting. In these moments, it's understandable that you're frustrated but how long should you hold onto these negative feelings? And at some point do they start to hurt your career? Let's help you find a more positive mindset in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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Examples of Good Nonverbal Customer Service
01/17/2025
Examples of Good Nonverbal Customer Service
Don't expect good nonverbal customer service to happen by accident. Often, it is about superior training from leaders and buy-in from employees. Once the techniques are embraced, the process can become a valuable second nature. But to get there, you may need to let go of some bad habits. Let's energize your customer service in this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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Before You Sign the Contract
01/10/2025
Before You Sign the Contract
Smart leaders know that before you sign the contract, you need to think about the road ahead. Often, some are so thrilled by a new agreement that they only consider the immediate benefits and not any potential challenges that could emerge later on. That can lead to problems, lost time, and regret. Find out how you can avoid these issues with a story that's about an outdoor swimming pool on a cold winter's day. Listen in to this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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How to Improve Teamwork with Recognition Programs
01/03/2025
How to Improve Teamwork with Recognition Programs
Leaders can improve teamwork with recognition programs. But the programs may need to be adjusted from something traditional, like an employee of the month award. Instead, you want your employee recognition programs to be tied to actions and values that are all about teamwork. Find out how you can reward this kind of excellence and improve your business culture on this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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Authentic Customer Service Tip
12/27/2024
Authentic Customer Service Tip
If you've ever had a customer service experience where you felt like you were talking to a robot, then you'll appreciate this authentic customer service tip. Customers want to speak with real people and not a bunch of memorized catchphrases. It's a common problem, in the world of sales, but one that can be easily fixed. Let's make sure you're communicating with people in an enriching way on this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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More Work-Life Balance Challenges For Professionals
12/24/2024
More Work-Life Balance Challenges For Professionals
Life in 2025 will likely present more work-life balance challenges for professionals. In our last episode (#711), we talked about some of the top ones you're dealing with. Let's continue the discussion with two more common work-life balance challenges. Plus, you'll learn some actionable solutions to these common problems. Get balanced or re-balanced on this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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Top Work-Life Balance Challenges
12/13/2024
Top Work-Life Balance Challenges
Today's top work-life balance challenges impact productivity, stress, and retention. I've identified four of the most common ones for today's leaders. Today you'll learn about two of them and we'll discuss the remaining two in our next episode. Beyond just identifying these problem areas, I want to empower you with some possible solutions. Find out more on this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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A Tree Taught Me a Great Productivity Lesson
12/06/2024
A Tree Taught Me a Great Productivity Lesson
Recently I learned a great productivity lesson from a tree. At the time, the tree was being removed by a landscaping crew. Their approach to this task reminded me that doing things quickly may not always be the best way. This lesson is important for businesses that feel speedy changes are their only option. If you're not careful, going fast could create lots of new problems. Find out more on this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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Do You Have a PTO Problem?
10/18/2024
Do You Have a PTO Problem?
If you want an engaged workforce, then you need to consider whether you have a PTO problem. PTO or paid time off, is a benefit that a growing number of employees are refusing to use. Why are people turning their backs on something that gets them out of the office and instead work more than they have to? I've uncovered some of the reasons and we'll break down how to address two of the big ones. Get A-Okay with employee PTO on this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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How to Research Your Competition
10/11/2024
How to Research Your Competition
If you can put jealousy or competitiveness aside, then you can learn a lot when you research your competition. You have to remember your business does not exist in a vacuum. By doing a little market research, you'll gain valuable insight into what's working for your competition or how those companies approach their marketing. And you may even realize things about your own business. Start snooping today on this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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How to Make Self-Care a Priority
10/04/2024
How to Make Self-Care a Priority
While many want to make self-care a priority, they're not sure how to make it a reality. In a busy world that's full of challenges, taking time to improve your physical and mental health may seem impossible. Recently, I surveyed my LinkedIn connections for their thoughts about self-care. Let's go through the surprising results and give you some action plans on this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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Do Employees Hate Your Employee Recognition Program?
09/27/2024
Do Employees Hate Your Employee Recognition Program?
If you're a leader, do you know why employees hate your employee recognition program? There's a good chance your program started off with good intentions but now has become a turnoff. The reason is that people may feel like they have no chance of ever winning the award. As a result, something that was supposed to inspire people, is now a monthly reminder of a lack of fairness. Hear a funny story of what can go wrong, on this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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How to Answer Colleague Complaints
09/20/2024
How to Answer Colleague Complaints
Learning how to answer colleague complaints is an important skill that can help you enrich your career. Keep in mind that often the other person is just confiding in you and realizes there's little you can do to solve the problem. But that doesn't mean you can't help them and silence may feel like a bad option. Find out how your fellow professionals approach this kind of situation on this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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I Need More Time at Work
09/13/2024
I Need More Time at Work
It's common for people to feel like they need more time at work to get their jobs done. In many cases, staffing has shrunk and workloads have grown. What you want to avoid is adding extra hours to your day to get everything accomplished. That can hurt your work-life balance and put you on the road to burnout. Instead, consider some of these time management strategies that are designed to make more effective use of your work hours. Take control of your time on this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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Nervous About a Merger?
08/23/2024
Nervous About a Merger?
If you work at a business that has just been acquired, then it's understandable if you're nervous about a merger. A lot of uncertainty comes when new ownership takes over. Often these deals happen in secrecy, so they come as a big surprise. What should you do next? I asked my LinkedIn connections for their advice, on this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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Solve Procrastination With Deadlines
08/16/2024
Solve Procrastination With Deadlines
A good way to get work done faster and improve your work-life balance will see you solve procrastination with deadlines. In many cases, wanting to do a good job with projects is important. But are you spending too much time on certain things, in the pursuit of perfect, where the extra effort does little to improve the work? If this sounds familiar, then you need to start thinking about how you work differently. Get strategic with your time at work, on this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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Responding to an Unexpected Challenge
08/09/2024
Responding to an Unexpected Challenge
If you're a leader, then understand you will be judged on responding to an unexpected challenge. Some sort of problem will emerge, you likely will have little control over it, and yet you'll be expected to find a path out of the challenge. Do you have the skills to make this kind of fast adjustment? What can you do to make your team rally behind you? Before the unexpected arrives, get some answers, on this week's episode of The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast. Learn more about my new book, Get Better! Smart Business Advice From Unexpected Mentors with this . Motivational Keynote Speaker, Author, and Broadcaster, Ken Okel, believes in creating memorable meetings. He understands the challenge of change on the job and the need to perform at a high level, every day. He's embraced it and shares his unique career lessons and takeaways with audiences. The 2 Minute Takeaway Podcast gives you easy to implement tips that will improve your productivity, performance, and profits. For more about Ken, clips of his live speaking presentations and workshops, plus his weekly productivity tips, visit . And yes, Ken does present virtually, which sometimes makes him look a little taller. For more than a decade, TV audiences watched Ken on the news. At several stations, they saw him perform as a TV news anchor, a reporter, a weatherman, and even a talk show host. Ken then moved into the nonprofit world for several adventures. These saw him do everything from running a professional ballet company to organizing more than 100 hurricane relief volunteers. Get Ken's three part course on improving your performance on the job at: https://www.kenokel.com
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