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Newsletter: What Success Makes Possible

This time of year always makes me a little more reflective. Today marks 17 years since I founded Mountaintop Consulting, and I’ve found myself thinking about the impact of our work. Since inception, we’ve helped professionals earn promotions, step into executive roles, and build stronger teams. But one client conversation stands out. He had recently…

Newsletter: If everything is a priority, nothing is

Pri·or·i·ty (\prī-ˈȯr-ə-tē) n. Something that is more important than other things and that needs to be done or dealt with first. Several years back, in a busy week, one of my top priorities was to write a blog post about priorities. Priorities were on my mind because they’re always on our clients’ minds. A common denominator…

August 2025 Quote Inspiration: Schedule Your Priorities

Is your calendar booked solid? This tip from author Stephen Covey is a helpful way to ensure you’re being intentional with a costly, non-renewable resource – your time. Quote inspiration this month: “The key is not to prioritize what’s on your schedule but to schedule your priorities.” – Stephen R. Covey

FAQ Video: How Can I Put My Best Foot Forward When Most Of My Work Is Done By Email?

How can professionals put their best foot forward when most work is done by email? Hear Executive Coach Robert Friedland’s advice in this video excerpt from our communication skills course. Hear this and more tips like it in our online course “Communication Skills In A Virtual World.“ Learn more about our live communication skills workshop…

July 2025 Quote Inspiration: Seek first to understand

This quote from author Stephen Covey is a great reminder that, as managers, we’re often most effective when we lead by listening. Quote inspiration this month: “Seek first to understand, then to be understood.” – Stephen R. Covey

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