Glenn Daniels II

Touch Stone Publishers

Chief Operating Officer

Touchstone Publications

The Science of Goal Setting
Why Smart Goal Setting is Dumb
●   Ted Talk
●   Personal Development Seminar
●   Management and Leadership Development


http://touchstonepublishers.com
http://glenndaniels2.com

Author and Speaker

Optum

●   Helping employees cultivate their skills and knowledge
●   Providing skills, techniques and resources in ways that motivate employees

Operational Effectiveness Team

Experiential Keynote Speaker & Engaging Content Creator for Senior Level Leaders | Empowering Leadership Excellence for Your Organization

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The resignation didn't happen in a dramatic boardroom showdown. It happened via a Slack message at 9:14 PM on a Tuesday.

"I'm out. Sent the formal letter to HR."

This was my Lead Architect. The person holding the keys to our AI integration. I called him immediately. 

"It's not the money," he said, his voice flat. "It's the latency. I spent six months waiting for approval to refactor the core loop because the annual objectives were locked in January. By the time we got permission, the market had moved. I can't work in a museum."

We hadn't failed him on compensation. We failed him on clock speed.

We were managing him against a compliance rubric while he was trying to manage an exponential technology. The friction between our static governance and his dynamic reality ground him down until he simply disconnected.

High-velocity talent will not tolerate low-velocity infrastructure. We lost our best asset because we insisted on measuring him by last year's calendar.

We isolated the specific metrics for Learning Velocity in the 'Learning Velocity Architecture'. It is a triage kit for your HR stack.

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Empowering Senior Executives With Curated Intelligence | From Data to Decision—Leadership Growth, Clarity, and Results | Touch Stone Publishers

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Most organizations are currently incinerating capital on what I call 'Innovation Pantomime.'

We analyzed 40 recent enterprise 'AI implementations.' The pattern is stark. 70% represent zero functional utility—they are merely legacy workflows with a generative interface slapped on top. This is the Capability Gap disguised as progress.

The math doesn't hold. If you deploy a tool that saves 15 minutes per employee per day, but requires 20 minutes of prompt engineering and verification to function reliably, you have not innovated. You have introduced structural friction.

The 2nd-order consequence is more dangerous: Organizational Cynicism. When leadership celebrates tools that do not actually work, high-performers disengage. They smell the theater.

Strategic leaders must pivot from 'adoption metrics' (how many logins?) to 'utility metrics' (what distinct economic value was created?).

If the output requires more human verification than the original task took to execute, kill the pilot. The goal isn't AI everywhere. It is leverage where it matters.

We have codified the framework for distinguishing high-value leverage from digital noise. Equip your leadership team: For the Quick Reference Guide check here: https://lnkd.in/g8Rn9jtr

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The AI Theater Detector: Separating Hype from Utility

The demo was flawless. The interface was sleek, 'Cobalt Blue' accents glowing on the 85-inch screen. The vendor promised us a revolution in our supply chain logistics.

Then the CFO, a woman who has navigated three market crashes and built this company from a garage, asked a single question.

"Walk me through the error reconciliation process when the model hallucinates an inventory shortage."

The room went quiet. The vendor clicked to a backup slide. "Well, the human in the loop would..."

And there it was. The gap. The shiny tool wasn't replacing the work; it was hiding the complexity. We weren't buying leverage; we were buying a subscription to a new kind of headache.

Real value is rarely cinematic. It looks like dirty data being cleaned, boring governance protocols being established, and your best people quietly getting 10x faster at the hard stuff.

Don't fall for the glow. Look for the gears.

We have codified the framework for distinguishing high-value leverage from digital noise. Equip your leadership team: For the Quick Reference Guide check here: The AI Theater Detector: Separating Hype from Utility - Touch Stone Publishers LTD

Stop celebrating 'AI Adoption'. It is a vanity metric.

I see leaders patting themselves on the back because 80% of their staff have ChatGPT accounts. This isn't a strategy; it's a license for chaos.

Here is the uncomfortable truth: Most of what passes for 'AI Strategy' in the C-Suite right now is just fear of missing out, dressed up in a slide deck.

You are likely backing 'AI Theater' if:
1. The use case is 'content creation' rather than 'decision intelligence'.
2. No one can explain the data lineage.
3. The 'efficiency gains' are projected, never measured.

We need to unlearn the impulse to buy the tool before defining the problem. Real capability building hurts. It requires retraining your workforce to think probabilistically, not just handing them a text generator.

If it feels like magic, it’s probably a trick. If it feels like engineering, you’re on the right track.

We have codified the framework for distinguishing high-value leverage from digital noise. Equip your leadership team: For the Quick Reference Guide check here:

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Dennis Olympios

LinkedSuperPowers

PR Reinvented = Get Featured OR Your Money Back!

Listen up!

The era of blindly paying massive monthly retainers to PR agencies and hoping—just hoping—they land you somewhere worthwhile, is officially over!

With LinkedSuperPowers, you’re taking back control. You decide exactly where you want to be featured.

We’re talking Forbes, TechCrunch, TIME, Vogue, Entrepreneur, NASDAQ interviews, billboards in Times Square—you name it, we’ve made it happen.

And here’s the kicker: If we don’t land your story in your dream media outlet within 30 calendar days, you get every single penny back—no questions asked. ZERO risk.

Yeah, even if we’ve already poured hours into crafting your unique narrative, pitching it hard to editors and contributors, we don’t take a dime unless we deliver RESULTS.

That’s how confident we are in what we do.

Check our track record—we’ve secured features in NYSE, MSN, USA Today, Maxim, VentureBeat, INC, LA Times, Billboard in Times Square, Rolling Stone, Arabian Business, BBC, NBC, FOX, ABC, CBS, Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, Harvard Business Review, and many, many more.

Stop paying for promises. Start paying for results.

PS – By the way, tons of our clients love paying us via PayPal. Why? Because PayPal offers a 6-month payment protection guarantee—so even PayPal itself has your back, ensuring your money is safe if we don’t deliver.

Creator of PR Reinvented

𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐂𝐇
✉ Info@LinkedSuperPowers.com | ☎ 00971-42258718 (Dubai) | 🌐www.LinkedSuperPowers.com

Founder & CEO

Since the origins of business transactions, the most important key for professional growth has been the extent of one’s social interactions. The roster of business associations directly influences the volume and, therefore, the performance of one’s operation.

Though we live in an ever-changing world, this rule remains constant, adapted in accordance with the trends of the various historical periods.

And speaking of global change…. Now, enter 2020.

The already prevailing dominance of the Internet over the last decades has been dramatically bolstered during the course of the last year. The imposition of the pandemic lockdown has brought about the ultimate triumph and omnipresence of the Internet.

In less than a year, social distancing has totally transformed our daily lives and our working environments, seeing us avoid our workplaces while working remotely from home, a trend which we predict will be very hard to reverse once we return to normality.

In fact, despite—or rather because of those limitations to physical social gatherings, the gradually yet steadily increasing online community has expanded during the months of the pandemic quarantine at a frenetic pace. As of October 2020, 4.66 billion people are Internet active, which is fifty-nine percent of the world’s population.

Such staggering, unprecedented figures make the transportation of one’s traditional social interactions onto the plane of social networking an act of paramount importance for any professional development, lest we run the risk of being left behind.

During these challenging times—in which people feel isolated, deprived of human contact—let’s use online networking to the maximum. Let’s create solid synergies that satisfy these cravings for connection and elevate our online business and career prospects. 

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#1 International Bestselling Author of "The Superpower of Online Networking"

Experienced Keynote Speaker in the areas of Social Media, PR, Personal / Corporate Branding & Entrepreneurship.

It’s my passion to speak at events, conferences as well as deliver workshops & corporate trainings where I share my expertise and most importantly provide practical solutions to the challenges people have on a daily basis. What makes my talks unique is that within them I provide tips and strategies that have an immediate impact to the professional success of the people in my audience.

To book me, simply contact: info@LinkedSuperPowers.com or call: 00971 - 42257818

International Keynote Speaker; Events, Conferences, Workshops & Corporate Trainings

Brainz Magazine

IT'S OFFICIAL... I'm extremely proud and excited to announce that I've been accepted as an
Executive Contributor for Brainz Magazine!!! 

Over the coming months, I'll be writing regular articles about Social Media, PR and Entrepreneurship for Brainz readers to enjoy - 

I'll be sure to share them with you all here too, so watch this space!

Brainz Magazine is a fast-growing global digital publication covering Business, Lifestyle, Mindset, Sustainability, and Leadership topics. 

The editorial teams have a strong understanding of what their readers are interested in, and the magazine reaches over 300,000 people every week, spanning over 65 countries!

Brainz Magazine is known for inviting top entrepreneurs, small and medium-sized companies,
scientists, and influential leaders to contribute to the magazine, which they hand-pick for their
expertise. 

As you can imagine, it's a huge honor to have the opportunity to publish my expertise online on a regular basis, and I'm delighted to be joining them!

Brainz Magazine publishes influential articles that inspire, educate, or motivate its readers - you
can take a look here: www.brainzmagazine.com

Executive Contributor

Various International Publications

Featured for my specialization as a Social Media & PR Strategist in globally recognized Publications, Blogs, Magazines, Newspapers, TV Channels such as: 
✰ Forbes
★ Fortune
✰ CNN
★ Entrepreneur
✰ HuffPost
★ Sales Hacker 
✰ Engadget
★ Buzzfeed
✰ The Great Work Insights Podcast 
★ Influencive
✰ Digital Doughnut
★ Business2Community
✰ Collective Hub
★ SheKnows
✰ Authority Magazine
★ Ethnos Newspaper
✰ Eleftheros Typos
★ Ta Nea
✰ To Vima
★ In.gr
✰ Queen.gr
★ Skai Channel
✰ ERT3 Channel
★ Astra Channel

And more.....

If you wish to interview an experienced Social Media & PR Strategist, feel free to reach out:
✉ info@LinkedSuperPowers.com

Featured as an Social Media & PR Strategist | Guest Contributor

🚀 Helping Visionary Leaders & Entrepreneurs Build Personal Brands that stand out globally.

In today’s digital world, your personal brand is your most valuable asset. As the Founder & CEO of LinkedSuperPowers, I specialize in AI-driven LinkedIn & PR strategies that elevate personal brands, generate influence, and drive business growth.

💡 Why Work With Me?
✔️ AI-Powered PR & LinkedIn Growth – We leverage cutting-edge AI to craft high-impact content and media strategies.
✔️ 5M+ Followers & Proven Influence – I’ve built a massive social presence and helped clients scale their personal brands to millions.
✔️ Exclusive, Results-Driven Approach – We work with elite entrepreneurs, executives, and thought leaders who are ready to stand out.

📢 Want to take your personal brand to the next level? Let’s connect and create an unstoppable digital presence.

𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗖𝗛
✉ Info@LinkedSuperPowers.com | 🌐 www.LinkedSuperPowers.com

Entrepreneur | Founder

LinkedSuperPowers is a global Social Media & PR agency.

We help individuals and companies accomplish their professional aspirations through most effective utilization of various Social Media Platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok & YouTube) as well as powerful PR campaigns. 

𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐎𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐒𝐀𝐘:
♦ "I have worked very closely with Dennis and I stand impressed with his level of professionalism & extreme knowledge of the ins and outs of LinkedIn! He has increased significantly our utilization of this amazing platform, while the advice and practical tips he provides are extremely valuable for any business. Without a doubt one of the best LinkedIn specialists out there and an extremely positive individual. Accompanied by his team of experts, the sky is the limit for LinkedSuperPowers!" - Vangelis Morfis | Director of Marketing and Operations at Microsoft 

♦ "Dennis has a unique mastery of social media and how to help others achieve reach and impact through platforms like Twitter and LinkedIn. He has a highly creative and responsive team and is a clear leader in his field." - Anthony Day | Blockchain Partner at IBM

𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐂𝐇
✉ Info@LinkedSuperPowers.com | ☎ 00971-42258718 (Dubai) | 🌐www.LinkedSuperPowers.com

CEO Cardio is my cheat code.

30 minutes on the treadmill of power walking (in steady pace) per day = 30 minutes of clarity.

No notifications. No meetings. No phones (I am actually switching off my phone here!)
 
Just my body moving and my brain untangling problems.

I walk into the gym with noise in my head.
I walk out with decisions.

Energy is a business asset.
So is oxygen.

If you’re “too busy” to sweat, you’re too busy to lead.

Your next breakthrough isn’t in another Zoom.
It’s in your pulse rising.

Move first. Decide better. Win longer.

Here's to a creative weekend to all!!

Founder & CEO of LINKEDSUPERPOWERS - Transforming Personal Brands into Icons | International Keynote Speaker | 5M+ Engaged Followers

The market has already Googled you.

They judged your energy by a 3-second scroll.

If you’re invisible, you’re losing deals you never knew existed.

Your story is your leverage.

Hit “post” before you feel ready.

Document the scars, not just the trophies.

Stop waiting to be discovered and start behaving like you’re worth discovering.

Attention is today’s real estate.

Become the name people mention in rooms you’ve never entered.

PS - just to clarify, this video was generated with AI.

Founder & CEO of LINKEDSUPERPOWERS - Transforming Personal Brands into Icons | International Keynote Speaker | 5M Engaged Followers on LinkedIn + Instagram + Twitter (X) + Facebook

The real KPI nobody’s tracking: 
Would your kids be PROUD of how you make your money?

Read that again.

It’s not revenue, followers, or exits. It’s character.

You can’t fake it at the dinner table. 

Your kids see how you talk about clients, how you treat your team, how you react when things go south, and whether you help other people become successful, too.

Build a business they’d brag about at school, not one you have to explain.

Chase clean money. Ethical money. Legacy money.

That’s the real scoreboard.

Our clients aren’t just getting “more views” on LinkedIn.

They’re landing:
- Full feature articles in Elite Publications.
- Speaking engagements.
- Interest from Investors.
- A steady flow of Leads & high-value Partnerships.

All triggered by a strategic, thought-leader level LinkedIn presence.

If you’re serious about turning LinkedIn into your opportunity engine, DM me “THOUGHT LEADER.” 🚀

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The biggest deal of your life is probably the one you almost walked past.

Read that again. 👇

You can’t win in sales
if you’re still judging people
by their shoes, their title,
their accent, or their outfit.

The receptionist.
The “junior”.
The guy in the hoodie.
The woman who says “I’m just helping out today.”

You have NO idea who:
actually controls the budget 💰
whispers in the CEO’s ear 🧠
owns 7 companies but hates flashing it 😶
is testing your character before opening doors 🚪

In business, the biggest deals often come from the least expected places.
 
Not the fancy logo.
Not the VIP badge.
Not the loudest person in the room.

It’s the quiet one you almost ignored.
 
The assistant you didn’t bother to email back.

The “small” client who becomes your #1 referral engine.

You want to win in sales? Here it is:
- Treat EVERYONE with the same respect.
- Stop guessing who’s “worth your time”.
- Start PAYING ATTENTION to humans, not appearances.

The market doesn’t just judge your offer.
It judges your energy and how you treat people who “can’t do anything for you.”

That’s your brand.
That’s your reputation.
That’s the long game.

If you feel someone needs that reminder today => Repost.

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Enjoy the holidays.

Seriously. Eat the dessert. Hug your people. Be fully there when you’re with them.

But here’s something nobody talks about…

December isn’t a slowdown — it’s the ultimate advantage window.

This is the mindset shift most people never make.

When the world hits pause, the ones who press play pull ahead.

One action taken in “holiday mode” is worth ten taken in January.

Less noise. Less competition. More clarity.

While everyone else is waiting for "January" to save them, some of us are already building the version of ourselves we want to meet in 2026.

Locked in. Urgent. Unapologetically focused.

December is where separation happens. 🔥

12 years ago, before LINKEDSUPERPOWERS existed, I had nothing but a crazy feeling in my gut:

“We’re going to make an impact. I just KNOW it.”

No office. No clients. No investors. Just mindset.

That’s the “Live Lucky” mindset:

- Believe you deserve success before there’s proof.
- Turn every setback into training.
- Show up when nobody’s clapping.

You don’t need permission. You need a decision.

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