The Science Behind Structuring Roles
David reveals some of the science behind the extensive research he has done over the past couple decades to develop a key part of his Total Business Review. Blair asks him to explain the three roles principals cannot let go of, along with the three roles they should give up first if they want their firms to really thrive.
18 Okt 201733min
The Business of Expertise - Part 2
Blair revisits David's new book, interviewing him on the two chapters that cover the important topic of positioning: "Distinguishing Between Vertical and Horizontal Expertise," and "Principles for the Less Exchangeable Positioning of Expertise."
4 Okt 201734min
Seven Words You Can't Say in Business Development
David and Blair discuss a list of words Blair came up with that you should avoid to keep you out of trouble and in control of the buy-sell relationship.
20 Sep 201732min
Paid Time Off or Earned Time On
Blair needs a vacation. And David is blown away by how little time principals take off.
6 Sep 201726min
An Introduction to Blair Enns
David asks Blair to describe his work and his passion for the creative entrepreneurial community, and they discuss how where he lives has such a huge impact on what he does.
23 Aug 201718min
How to Drive Your Employees Bat Sh*t Crazy
The issue of how principals manage their employees continues to pop up for David year after year, and Blair is worried that he might have this problem in his own firm.
9 Aug 201728min
Being Like Everyone Else
Blair restrains himself from going off on a rant about who his clients choose to learn from.
26 Jul 201730min
An Introduction to David C. Baker
Blair interviews David about who he is and why people should pay attention to what he has to say - if they should at all...
12 Jul 201719min
