Mark is recognized globally as an expert on leadership, customer service and organizational performance.
A member of the National Speakers Association Speaker Hall of Fame, he is the author of 8 books including the international bestseller, The Fred Factor: How Passion in Your Work and Life Can Turn the Ordinary
Into the Extraordinary.
Mark teaches his clients to BE EXTRAORDINARY™.
Leadership isn’t just about what we do; it’s also about what we choose not to do. Success comes from doing new things, improving existing practices, and stopping the wrong behaviors. If you want to lead better this year, here are five things worth quitting.
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Whenever I think about time, I’m reminded of this guiding principle: Fear nothing but to waste the present moment. Moments are the building blocks of time, and when we treat each one with care, we’re not just making better use of our hours—we’re creating a life of purpose and fulfillment.
Of the 25 powerful things you can do to make 2025 extraordinary, here is one: Prioritize Thinking Time: Schedule uninterrupted periods to reflect and strategize, enhancing decision-making and leadership effectiveness.
William of Ockham, a 14th-century English Franciscan friar, philosopher, and theologian, holds a remarkable place in intellectual history. Known for his sharp and insightful thinking, Ockham’s contributions to logic, metaphysics, and epistemology continue to shape our understanding of the world. His commitment to clarity and simplicity is perhaps best captured in his most enduring legacy: Ockham’s Razor.
What if we approached the holidays not as something to endure, but an experience to savor and enjoy? This year, I’ve decided to adopt a different approach: Instead of getting through the holidays, I’m getting into them.
As someone who has spent countless hours on both sides of a microphone, I’ve realized something profound: there isn’t a speaker out there who doesn’t have something to teach me. Yet, the paradox is that I haven’t learned from every speaker I’ve heard. Here’s why…
Extraordinary leaders go beyond conventional expectations, taking bold actions that often challenge the status quo. Here are five of the most outrageous yet powerful acts. Caution: they aren’t for everyone.
Leaders are good thinkers; great leaders are great thinkers. Here are six simple yet powerful suggestions to help you think more effectively and reap the rewards that better thinking brings.
Fall is here and this is (as all times are) a good opportunity to tune up your business and your life. Here’s a list of ideas you can use improve every area of your personal and professional life.