Co-Founder @ The Creator Accelerator. Head of Content @ Chris Donnelly LTD. I talk about AI, Marketing & The Creator Economy

Yo,After 5+ years within the personal branding space. I've helped build and scale personal brands of all sizes from varying industries.Currently, I'm helping Chris Donnelly become the most recognised entrepreneur on the planet.2 years in, we've:- Grown on LinkedIn by 1 million followers (180k - 1.1 million)- Have achieved 400m+ views on LinkedIn - Grown on TikTok by 500,000 (200k - 750k+) - Grown on Instagram by 780,000 (0-780k+)- Have achieved 1 Bn Views across platformsAnd I'm also running the Creator Accelerator with him, so if you're looking to do something similar, join the Creator Accelerator ! Here's a bit of proof to help convince ya ;) Yinka generated over $400,000 in revenue directly attributable to LinkedIn and the TCA systems.Jeff sold $80,000 worth of his offers within the first few weeks of joining the cohort. He also generated 840 new leads and grew his profile by 273%.Christine made $52,000 in course revenue from LinkedIn in under two months, while growing from 6,000 to nearly 11,000 followers. She's now at 42,000.Jon told us he'd made "three absolutely huge sales this week for ongoing work that more than doubles my annual revenue and has easily paid for the course, many multiples of times over."Nimrita had an investor reach out after reading her content. Within three weeks of connecting, that investor wrote a cheque for 50% of her funding round.Farhoon launched a paid community and hit $10,000 MRR in just three weeks. 145 paying members with only 5 churns.Julia landed a $250,000 contract and was flown to NYC for high-value networking opportunitiesIf you want to know more... go here: https://thecreatoraccelerator.co.uk/Oh, and also I almost forgot, I do posting on LinkedIn too and have worked with some of my dream brands (woo), so if you're looking to collab, drop me a DM :DPeaceee 

Josh S.

Forget a £90,000 uni degree. 

Learn from these people instead: 

As we are now in 2026, it's time you refresh your feed! 

Here are 54 incredible creators
Who share genuinely insightful and actionable content. 

Drop them a follow here: 

Self Development:

Thomas Pearce
Dan Go
Mark Hyman, MD
Dr. Carolyn Frost
Dr. Neetu Johnson M.D.🧠🩺
Priyamvada S

Business Building:

Chris Donnelly
Matt Gray
Alex Hormozi
Leila Hormozi
Codie A. Sanchez
Dan Martell

Leadership:

Jen Blandos
Dora Vanourek
Mike Leber
Jill Avey
Eric Partaker
George Stern

Artificial Intelligence:

Greg Isenberg
Charlie Lass
Axelle Malek
Anisha Jain
Anna York
Adam Biddlecombe

Marketing:

Elfried Samba
Tom Pestridge
Timothy Armoo
Brianna Doe
Jo Bird ✨
Will McTighe

Career Progression:

Ashley Couto
Ford Coleman
Alec Rickard
Angela Lau
Natalia Cano
Linda Le🌻

📌 Reached the mention capacity
Check out the other creators I tagged in the comments !  

Now it's your turn...
Who's your fav creator on here?? 

Tag them in the comments below :) 

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This is the only cheat sheet you need for 2026... 

Here's how to steal it and achieve huge success: 

A masterclass of content from the main man Chris Donnelly 

The LinkedIn algorithm has evolved each year.

2024: The algorithm rewarded reach.
One strong post could land 1m views and 5K new followers.

2025: The game shifted.
Viral reach dipped and niche authority started winning.

2026: Growth is slower but more meaningful.
1,000 buyers > a million passive followers.

LinkedIn is still the best place to build and monetise an audience.

But the playbook has changed once again.

Here’s how to win on LinkedIn in 2026:

1. Get Clear on Your North Star

Why are you posting in the first place?
Example: More leads, higher revenue, less time spent selling.

2. Understand Your ICP

Who exactly are you here to serve?
List their biggest pain points—and how you solve them.

3. Lock In Your Content Pillars

Pick 5–7 topics you can post about often.
It sharpens your message and builds real authority.

4. Turn Your Profile Into a Sales Page

Your profile must turn views into action.
From the headline to the featured links—every detail matters.

5. Engage & Build Relationships

List 10–20 people in your niche.
Comment, support, and build real connections.

6. Map Your Content Funnel

Guide your audience from awareness to buying.

7. Generate Strong Content Ideas

→ Use tools like SayWhat to spot keyword trends
→ Track top creators for inspiration
→ Source ideas from Instagram, X, Pinterest

8. Nail the Writing & Visuals

Pair sharp scanable copy writing, 
With visuals that stop the scroll 

The most important thing is to keep adapting. 

Do not write about subjects, just to go viral...
Instead, experiment, measure and adjust the way you format. 

Because there's no point pushing water up a hill :D 

What differences have you noticed on LinekdIn in 2026? 
Let me know below ! 

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How to Claim What You’re Worth

A hard truth about life:
Most people aren’t getting what they’re worth

The answer?
Negotiating for what you’re worth.

Those who learn to negotiate effectively:

↳ Earn more respect and recognition
↳ Secure better-paid opportunities
↳ Move forward faster in life

Start building your negotiation skills today
Download this cheatsheet now! 

Harvard's 6 Principles for Agreement:

1. Separate people from the issue
2. Focus on interests, not positions
3. Learn to manage emotions
4. Show genuine appreciation
5. Present your message positively
6. Step out of the action and reaction loop

Know which aspects of communication
To work on most:

↳ 7 percent is the words you say
↳ 38 percent is tone and pace
↳ 55 percent is body language

Identify the Zone of Possible Agreement
And start negotiating from there

Plus 6 extra tips to boost your skills! 

Remember this: 

Closed mouths rarely get fed
Ask for what you truly deserve.

What’s your number one tip for negotiating?
Share it in the comments below! 

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I joined Chris at 180k followers. We're now at 1.1 million. 

Here's the blueprint for what you need to know: 

Just comment "2026" and I'll personally send it to you ! 

These are the same foundational principles 
That in 2 years helped us: 

- Grow by 800k+ followers 
- Drive $10M revenue to our creator business 
- Help 600+ founders drive millions in revenue 
- Guide some of the fastest growing creators on the platform 
- Drive 100,000s of leads and attention to multiple businesses

It is the perfect resource for founders in 2026. 

If you're curious, here's a sneek peak: 

- The 4 post templates that consistently generate leads
- How to set your 2026 "why" and tie content to business goals
- How to find your ICP and what content actually lands with them
- The deplatforming strategy that keeps you safe from algorithm shifts
- Lead magnet to email flows that guide people towards your offer

You don't need a team or years of figuring it out.
You need the right positioning, post strategy, and engagement system.

AND when you grab The 2026 LinkedIn Bible...

You'll also get an invite to Lead Generation Live. 

Which imo will be one of the best events to join this year!  

It's a free 4-hour masterclass with some seriously respected entrepreneurs:

Daniel Priestley (Entrepreneur and author of "Key Person of Influence")
Nathan Barry (Founder of Kit)
Sara Davies MBE (Founder of Crafter's Companion and Dragon's Den investor)
Eric Partaker (CEO Coach of the Year with 1.1M LinkedIn followers)

Remember for all of this, you just have to comment "2026" 
And I'll ping you a link in the comments. 

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In 2026 LinkedIn has changed... again. 

And those who don't keep up will get left behind. 

Awesome algo summary from Chris Donnelly here 🔥

After analysing 329,504 LinkedIn posts, they've got the answers. 

(Let's face it is the closest we'll get to a generalised algo answer) 

If you want to see attention, you must know what's changed.
And LinkedIn users are craving value and substance... a lot.

Here’s how to win on LinkedIn in 2026:

1. Building a brand
2025: Go broad to grow fast.
2026: Go deep to build trust.

2. Writing hooks
2025: Contrarian for the sake of it.
2026: Proof, stories, and results win.

3. Comments that convert
2025: “More comments = better.”
2026: Comments from respected voices matter most.

4. Going viral
2025: Top 1% posts explode reach.
2026: Viral posts get 80% less reach than last year.

(But you can still grow your business and following...)

5. Carousels still crush
2025: Teach to educate.
2026: Tell stories to connect.

6. Emojis
2025: Screams AI.
2026: Used to break up heavy text 

7. Lead magnets
2025: Playbooks and PDFs.
2026: GPTs are outperforming.

8. Ending with questions
2025: Every post must end with one.
2026: Only ask if you care about the answer.

9. Video
2025: Used for reach.
2026: Best for trust and product clarity.

10. Single images
2025: Motivational fluff.
2026: Use ones that surprise or show authority.

11 Hashtags
Still useless XD

You can still grow fast on LinkedIn.
In fact, top creators are still adding 1,000+ followers per week.

But you need to play the new game.

Also if you want more depth on this, 
Chris Donnelly and Will McTighe will be running a whole webinar to show you everything. 

Sign yourself up here: https://bit.ly/4jtwmkd

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2025 LinkedIn vs 2026 LinkedIn 

95% of creators struggle to grow on LinkedIn. 

The reason? Not understanding psychology. 

After growing from 5 to 115k in 14 months. 
I've become accustomed to what works. 

Most posts don't lack the value.
But they are not written for impact. 

The truth is:

Your content is competing for attention.
And the right psychology can make all the difference.

Here’s what works:

Cut the fat → Simplicity beats complexity.
Start with the negative → Urgency makes people take notice.
Stand out with numbers → The right figures disrupt the scroll.
Sell with transformation → Show the journey, not just the result.

And that’s just the start.

There are also 12 bonus growth hacks in here.
That can help you get more engagement today.

Remember: 

You are writing for humans. 
Not for robots. 
(yet) 

What's one other psychological principle you use in your writing? 

If you're interested in learning more. 
Chris Donnelly will be covering something very similar tomorrow ! 

It's Lead Generation Live :D

4 hours with incredible guests like:

1. Eric Partaker 
2. Sara Davies MBE
3. Daniel Priestley 
4. Nathan Barry

If you're a founder, it will be one of the best things you can watch...
To drive significant traffic and leads in 2026. 

Grab your spot here: https://bit.ly/3LyY0zu

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Big personal announcement... 

I recorded my first podcast :o 

Buzzing to announce I went on The Creator Playbook by Callum Mcdonnell 

If you want to check it out, go here: https://lnkd.in/eBTGp5Fy

For those looking for a sneak peak...

Here's what I run over: 

- The Power of LinkedIn for Business Growth
- Setting Clear Goals and Content Pillars
- Optimising Your LinkedIn Profile
- Engaging with Your Network and Building Relationships
- Creating High-Impact Content
- Analysing and Adapting Content Strategies
- Leveraging Lead Magnet Posts for Engagement
- Driving Conversations and Engagement on LinkedIn
- Crafting Effective Hooks and Content Structure
- The Science Behind High-Performing LinkedIn Posts
- Tracking Performance Metrics on LinkedIn

+ much more 👀 

I've always been a big fan of the Creator Playbook interviews, 
So to come on and share my journey was awesome.

Should I do more podcasts?? 

I've been avoiding them for so long, but this was so much fun ! 

Let me know what you think down below !

Yesterday was insane... 5k+ people on call

AND some of the best entrepreneures in the world. 

If you didn't catch it, yesterday we ran our first big online event: 
Lead Generation Live. 

The goal? 
Provide as much value as physically possible to founders. 

And we had some incredible guests to help us do that, such as: 

Daniel Priestley
Nathan Barry
Sara Davies MBE
Eric Partaker

To be honest I was bricking it with this many people coming on live. 
But the team smashed it out the park and it ran so smooth :o 

(s/out Jacob H. and Megan Robinson - the best in the gameee) 

My favourite part was hearing the feedback from people. 
Some said it's been the best live webinar they've ever been to (like whatt) 

Genuinely made my week. 

We even sold all our discounted seats for The Creator Accelerator by Chris Donnelly
Which was not expected at all ! 

Due to this, we only have limited seats left for the new founders edition cohort. 

As a reminder, in the TCA you’ll learn how to:

✅ Understand how to create outsized financial return
✅ Drive business revenue and generate leads consistently
✅ Rapidly grow your audience & build systems to automate growth

It's basically everything on how we built Chris audience to 3M+, 
All whilst he ran multiple businesses, turning over $10M ARR. 

We’ll cover everything:

💡 Week 0: The big picture: mindset, leverage, systems
💡 Week 1-5: Profile optimisation, content writing/design, and using AI
💡 Week 6-10: Email, lead gen, monetisation, and social selling 
💡 Bonus modules: Video, webinars, monetising your audience at scale

And you'll get access to: 

- Live coaching 4x a week.
- Guest masterclasses 
- A thriving community
- 100+ templates
- The best tools with discounts and tutorials 
- Intimate coach-led clinics

As well as a brand new bonus stack which is: 

✅ Creator OS ($99): The system for managing your content
✅ Digital Business Blueprint ($999): 10-week program on building a high-leverage digital business with 10 modules and actionable assignments
✅ All our GPTs ($297): Every GPT we use daily
✅ Chris Coach AI ($999): An AI coach trained on all of my knowledge

If you'd like to secure your spot
Check the link below: https://bit.ly/3YsY4Uz

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I took 1 week off posting on LinkedIn 

And you'll never guess what happened... 

Nothing. Nothing Happened XD 

It's so easy to feel consistent pressure to post on here.
In fact, we deeply encourage people to post daily. 

However, it's all down to how it relates to your goals. 

If the goal is to rapidly grow and scale your brand... 
Post daily. 

For me, I want to keep up consistency throughout the year
Whilst building the best educational business possible with Chris 

This is typically very high in intensive work. 
So I need the odd week off to refresh and recover ! 

And I just came off of a promotion period for the The Creator Accelerator by Chris Donnelly 
I had worked harder than ever before. 

Here are the stats for those interested hehe

In 60 days we managed to: 

- Generate 20,000+ leads
- Rack up 10M+ Views across platforms 
- Have our largest ever online event (5,000 +) 
- Sell out the cohort with 136 incredible founders 

All whilst keeping Chris' brand integrity
And allowing consistent awareness & lead flow for Searchable

But after some sheer grinding, I needed some time off screens. 

So I went to the beautiful Slovenia with my gf Lola. 

We explored the Postojna caves, Lake Bled and Ljubljana Castle
(Whilst not dying driving on the right hand side up mountains 😂)

It was exactly what I needed. 

So if you're burning low... 
Remember you should only continue posting if it aligns with your goals. 

This is a long game people ! 

What did I miss over the last week??

In 10 days time we go live with The Creator Accelerator by Chris Donnelly

And this entirely different... 

18 months ago myself and Chris Donnelly made a critical decision. 
To show the actual methods for growing a highly profitable personal brand. 

At the time, we had grown Chris' account from 180k to 650k in just 6 months. 
And this growth drove monumental opportunity for us. 

Our goal was simple, find the formats that led to outsized distribution 
Whilst keeping positioning strong and a true founder brand. 

We also partnered with saywhat.ai ensuring that strategy was backed by data.
And LeverBrands who are always on top of what's working ! 

This resulted in: 

- Some of the fastest growing creators world wide on LinkedIn
- Millions of revenue generated
- A community of incredible people sharing wins daily (makes me so happy) 

But we've made one big change going into 2026...

We are focussing purely on founders. 
Placing all emphasis on lead generation and driving outsized business returns. 

Why? 

Reach on LinkedIn has dropped significantly. 
But it is still one of the best platforms for marketing your business 

(Through your personal brand of course). 

We've seen this primarily in the last 30 days. 
Driving 35,000+ leads with carefully designed lead magnets. 

So we've gone all in. 

We've restructured our entire educational modules. 
Included brand new ones on funnel optimisation and social selling. 

And have created our best bonus stack yet...

Those who buy this time round get access to: 

- A Free Creator OS ($99) - The system for managing your content
- A Free Digital Business Blueprint ($999) - 10 week course on how to build a digital business
- All our GPTS ($297) - All of the GPTs we use on a daily basis
- The first ever Chris Coach AI ($999) 

We start in 10 days and I am so excited ! 

There are already some incredible founders in the wait space already :) 

If you're looking to drive more attention to your business,
Secure your spot here: https://bit.ly/3YsY4Uz

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These GPTs contain 1000+ hours of LinkedIn knowledge. 

And I'm giving you them for FREE:

Comment CUSTOM, and I will personally send them all to you.

Most people use GPT as a chat bot...
But GPTs can be far more effective when it comes to: 

- Strategy
- Ideas 
- Feedback

Especially if it's had the right training 👀

Ours have been trained across 300,000+ posts across all different industries. 

They have helped us drive 100M+ views. 
And supported us driving significant revenue. 

The 4 GPTs are:

📊 The LinkedIn Algorithm Expert
💡 The Viral LinkedIn Idea Generator
🪝 The Scroll Stopping Hook Generator
💰 The High-Converting Lead Gen Generator

With all of these, you can essentially:

1. Ensure every single post is optimised for the latest algorithm updates.
2. Come up with viral post ideas in seconds. 
3. Generate hooks that stop the scroll.
4. Generate dozens of leads per post.

You basically have a full LinkedIn content team at your disposal. 

Again, I repeat, for free.

Start using them, I promise you won't regret it.

As a bonus, everyone who grabs the GPTs will get a seat for the incredible lead gen live !

Which is a 4 hour lead gen masterclass by Chris Donnelly + incredible guests! 

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Since going through The Creator Accelerator by Chris Donnelly

Michael Lovegrove made an astonishing $200,000.

And most of that came from LinkedIn.

Michael runs Snowballn', where he helps people build powerful sales engines.

He joined TCA wanting to grow on LinkedIn
But had no clear plan on how to get there.

A few weeks in, everything changed.

✅ Landed his first brand deal
✅ Scored multiple paid speaking gigs
✅ Doubled his follower count
✅ Grew his newsletter to 1,000+
✅ Launched his first digital product and started earning

But here's the real win:
He learned how to run a proper accelerator.

That alone helped him 10x the price of his own sales program.

(Always good to be used as a success story.)

Then he launched Sollo, a lead-gen CRM for solopreneurs.
Built a 100-person waitlist before it even went live.

And all of it?
Driven by his LinkedIn content and email list.

In Michael’s words:
"This is far more than just a LinkedIn course. It's probably the best investment you can make outside of starting your own business."

And this means a lot because it's exactly what we aim for. 

The TCA is about building a content-led business that runs across platforms
And brings in real, long-term revenue.

Michael didn’t just learn how to post better.
He learned how to turn attention into income.

If you're a founder who wants to use LinkedIn as a growth engine,
Cohort 6 starts in just ONE DAY. 

We are down to the last few seats now. 
So if you’re serious, now’s the time to act.

600+ people have already built thriving businesses from what we teach.
This could be the moment things shift for you in 2026.

Secure your spot hereee: https://bit.ly/3YsY4Uz

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300km ran in 30 days, with £1285 raised! 

The end of 2025 was brutal... 

But it changed my mind on one main thing. 
That relates to a lot of areas in life. 

There mental barriers we attach to ourselves on a faily basis. 
Are often compeltely wrong. 

When I first started this challenge, I wasn't sure if it was possible for me. 
I was frightened of injuries as I'd never ran a back to back 10k. 

But I knew deep down I had to finish it. 

So I prioritied mobility and simply put the reps in. 
And surprisingly my body adapted (even got a PB on the last day) 

So now my goal for 2026? 
Really question if that barrier I've built up is actually there. 

You are often capable of so much more than you think ! 

So next time you're: 

- Doubting your beliefs on a project 
- Worried to apply for a job your not as qulaified for
- Holding off starting that business you've always wanted
 
I encourage you to truly question of that belief of:
"I'm not good enough". 

Because most of the time, that's the thing that stops people. 

Happy new year legends !

Very excited for the year ahead :)

We've helped 100s of founders make millions in TCA.

This is exactly what to expect from the program: 

Cohort 6 officially starts in just 2 days, 
And the response has blown us away. 

We’ve already helped over 600+ people across 5 cohorts, 
And have over 100 on board for TCA 6. 

If you’ve been wavering, this is your sign to act. 

In the 10-week program, you’ll learn how to:

✅ Rapidly grow your audience & build systems to automate growth
✅ Drive business revenue and generate leads consistently
✅ Understand how to create outsized financial return

It’s the exact system we used to scale Chris audience to 3M+, 
All whilst running multiple businesses, turning over $10M ARR. 

We’ll cover everything:

💡 Week 0: The big picture: mindset, leverage, systems
💡 Week 1-5: Profile optimisation, content writing/design, and using AI
💡 Week 6-10: Email, lead gen, monetisation, and social selling 
💡 Bonus modules: Video, webinars, monetising your audience at scale

And you'll get access to: 

- Live coaching 4x a week.
- Guest masterclasses 
- A thriving community
- 100+ templates
- The best tools with discounts and tutorials 
- Intimate coach-led clinics

+ a whole lot more ! 

I could go on and on about how valuable this program is, 
But I think it's better if you hear it from the alumni themselves. 

The carousel is packed with feedback and testimonials, 
But you can also reach out to our students with questions ! 

When it comes to cost, this is not a casual commitment. 
You get what you pay for, and we're delivering real value here. 

The investment from your side is: 

A $5,850 one-time payment

OR 

3 monthly payments of $2,166.67 

It's an investment, but one that will hold you accountable. 
Plus, we can't reasonably offer this much value at a lower price. 

You'll have live webinars with some of the world's top entrepreneurs, 
And learn a system that can literally earn you millions in revenue. 

(If you ask our students, I think they'll agree it's worth it.)  

TCA has been such an important part of our lives in the last year. 
But it didn't turn out exactly as we expected... 

We assumed the knowledge would be the most important part. 

But it’s become a community that holds each other to a high standard, 
And pushes each other to build and learn at a rigorous pace. 

And, because everyone is bringing their A-game, 
We see business partnerships and friendships form in every cohort. 

Building a personal brand is the best source of leverage for any founder. 

But it's the network you'll have access to that will be life-changing. 

If you're a founder who's ready to transform your life for good...
We go live in just 2 days (January 19). 

We've never had a cohort fill up this fast, so I advise you to act quickly. 

Apply now before it’s too late 👇

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What you'll learn in TCA 6 - Chris Donnelly

Just weeks into joining The Creator Accelerator by Chris Donnelly...

Hayden Swerling closed a £165K consulting deal.

So many creators give up way too soon.
They post without direction, then quit when the likes don’t land.

Hayden did the opposite... and it worked.
(Feel free to message him yourself.)

🎨 He shared value-packed content (great writing + design)
✍️ Tailored every post with his ideal client in mind
📈 Fine-tuned everything for max visibility

And the payoff?

✅ 87% growth in 10 weeks
✅ £165,000 consulting deal signed
✅ 5 sponsored content pieces with an HR firm

This is what we teach inside The Creator Accelerator:

– How to write content that attracts high-ticket leads
– How to build a brand that pulls clients in daily
– How to streamline your content with smart systems

Cohort 6 kicks off in 4 days!! 
And this is the final chance to jump in.

We’ve already got 80+ brilliant founders onboard
Working through the pre-cohort materials right now.

But let’s be clear: this isn’t a plug-and-play solution.
It’s built for founders who aren’t afraid of putting in the work.

You’ll be pushed.
It’ll challenge you massively.

But if you show up like Hayden did,
This is the kind of outcome you can expect.

And the community inside will raise your game as well ! 

For those who join this week, we’ve added our best early bonus stack yet:

✅ Creator OS ($99): The full content management system
✅ Digital Business Blueprint ($999): Our flagship 10-week business builder
✅ All our GPTs ($297): Every GPT we use daily
✅ Chris Coach AI ($999): AI mentor trained on my own knowledge

All completely free...

That’s over $2,500 of extra resources, just for early action takers.

This is the 6th time we’re running this.
And it’s shaping up to be the most popular cohort so far.

If you want in secure your place: https://bit.ly/3YsY4Uz

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Entrepreneur, speaker, author. Ex-CEO, McKinsey, Harvard Law, elected official. Volunteer firefighter. ✅Follow for daily tips to thrive at work AND in life.

Day job: Buying, selling, investing in, and growing small businesses. 
Side hustle: Helping YOU and your organization thrive.

In my full-time job as Founder of G&P LLC, I lead a team that acquires, manages, and grows businesses.

Outside of that work, I share personal and professional growth tips with hundreds of thousands of people through my newsletter and social media, and deliver keynote speeches and intimate presentations on leadership and growth to organizations across the world.

And I'd love to help you!
1) For free access to all of my leadership infographics, as well as a weekly newsletter with practical tips to thrive at work and in life: https://www.leadershipgs.com/newsletter
2) To book me as a speaker for your organization, simply send a DM.

And for more on my background, read on...

Now: 
+Founder and CEO at G&P LLC - acquiring, managing, and growing small businesses
+Writer and speaker for leaders and organizations across the globe

Previously: 
+McKinsey consultant: advised top Fortune 500 business leaders on critical decisions
+Harvard Law School, Magna Cum Laude: focused on business AND public policy
+Turnaround CEO of an online services company, growing EBITDA from -20% to 55% in 7
months
+Elected official: led large agency, winning four national innovation awards, 40 under 40, and getting featured on 60 Minutes, CNN, and dozens of other programs

Throughout:
+Volunteer firefighter, responding to 911 calls on everything from structure fires to car crashes, cardiac arrests, and mountain rescues; rookie firefighter of the year 2017 (this is what my kids have always thought my job is!)

George Stern

We're told successful people never quit.

Truth is, they walk away all the time.

Staying committed matters,
Sometimes it's necessary to build something meaningful -

But you can't win while stuck in a role that's breaking you down.

Here are 13 signs it might be time to go -
Before you wait too long:

1) You despise Mondays
↳You start worrying about work before the weekend even ends

2) You're always exhausted
↳It's not just physical - your mental energy and motivation are gone

3) You don't trust the leaders
↳You've lost faith in your leaders to make the right decisions

4) You'd caution a friend
↳If someone you cared about got an offer here, you'd say "stay away"

5) There's no visible growth
↳You're not gaining skills, moving forward, or being challenged anymore

6) You can't be authentic
↳You're constantly filtering or hiding your real personality

7) You feel unseen
↳Your work is amazing, but goes unnoticed or unappreciated

8) You're burning out
↳You're handling the work of multiple people without support

9) Your values conflict
↳What matters to you doesn't match what matters to the company

10) Your health is declining
↳Stress, burnout, or overwork is hurting your health

11) The culture is unhealthy
↳The atmosphere is exhausting, and nothing improves

12) You're afraid to leave
↳You're not excited about the role, you're just afraid to leave

13) Your gut knows it's time
↳You already know the answer, you just need to move


Life's too short to stay stuck in the wrong place -
Especially when it costs your health, peace, or confidence.

If any of this sounds familiar,

It might be time to plan your next step.

Have you ever had to make the hard choice to walk away?

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15 mindsets every high performer has,

And anyone can learn:

1. Ownership: "The result is on me"
↳They skip excuses and finger-pointing - they take charge and repair what's broken

2. Growth: "Effort makes me better"
↳They see ability as built over time and treat mistakes as training, not proof of failure

3. Perspective: "Work has limits"
↳They know when to step back, protect their health, and keep ambition aligned with life

4. Humility: "I don't have it all figured out"
↳They stay open to input, invite correction, and own their missteps quickly

5. Resourcefulness: "I'll find a way"
↳They don't stall waiting for clarity - they test, adjust, and move forward

6. Boldness: "I play bigger than fear"
↳They take calculated chances, speak up early, and act without waiting for approval

7. Gratitude: "I notice what's already here"
↳They stay grounded by valuing what they have while still pushing for more

8. Discipline: "Consistency beats mood"
↳They keep their commitments even when energy or motivation dips

9. Resilience: "I bounce back"
↳They recover quickly from setbacks and continue when others stop

10. Focus: "I protect attention"
↳They defend their calendar and energy, choosing real work over constant noise

11. Initiative: "I act without being told to"
↳They see gaps and close them before someone has to ask

12. Future Focus: "I think long-term"
↳They resist short-term comfort and invest now for later payoff

13. Adaptability: "I respond fast"
↳They release rigid plans and adjust smoothly as conditions change

14. Curiosity: "I stay inquisitive"
↳They avoid assumptions, keep learning, and ask better questions over time

15. Abundance: "Success isn't scarce"
↳They support others openly, trusting that generosity creates more opportunity


You don't need to lock in all 15 right away.

Even top performers drift on some of these now and then.

Start with one or two.

Work on them daily.

Over time, the mindset stacks - and results follow.

Which one feels strongest for you right now?

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15 Mindsets of High Performers by George Stern

12 habits that make people want to work with you:


1. Closing the Loop
↳Reliability isn't about perfection - it's about follow-through
↳A quick "Got it, I'll reply by Thursday" goes a long way

2. Showing Up Prepared
↳Trust builds fast when you know the context
↳Read the doc and open the call with a clear point of view

3. Giving Clear Options
↳People want help deciding, not more to think about
↳Share 2 paths and say which one you recommend

4. Respecting Time
↳How you handle time signals how you value people
↳Start on time, end with next steps

5. Being Honest About Capacity
↳Clarity beats optimism every time
↳Say "I can do X by Friday" instead of "I'll try"

6. Listening Actively
↳Feeling heard changes the whole dynamic
↳Take notes and reflect them back in writing

7. Giving Credit Publicly
↳Recognition multiplies goodwill
↳Praise people in the group thread, not just 1:1

8. Being Calm and Direct
↳Avoidance creates more tension than truth
↳Address issues early, without heat

9. Keeping Your Word
↳Reputation is built quietly, over time
↳Deliver when you said you would - or flag early

10. Showing Progress
↳Momentum reduces anxiety
↳Share a simple "Here's what moved this week" update

11. Following Up Thoughtfully
↳The work isn't done when the task ends
↳Ask: "Did this land the way you expected?"

12. Leaving People Better
↳People remember how it felt to work with you
↳Aim to leave them clearer, calmer, or more confident


None of this is flashy.

But it's why people come back.

Which habit do you see missing most often?

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12 Habits That Make People Want to Work With You By George Stern

Dear Managers,

You can't expect a 22-year-old to have 5 years of experience for an entry-level role.

Hire for attitude, and give them a shot.

Everyone begins their career with no experience.

For an entry-level position, prioritize:
↳A positive mindset
↳A desire to improve
↳Receptiveness to feedback
↳Emotional resilience
↳A strong work drive
↳The ability to adapt

If they bring these qualities,
They can learn just about anything.

And it's your responsibility to develop them.

Stop filtering people out with impossible standards.

That inexperienced applicant could become your best hire ever.

But only if you give them a fair chance.

Value potential over resumes.

You will not regret it.
And they will not forget it.

Agree?

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Managers: You can't expect a 22-year0old to have 5 years of relevant work experience for an entry-level job. Hire based on attitude, and give them a chance. George Stern

If you want to earn real respect as a leader:

Don't control people. Support them.

It runs against what many first-time leaders expect,
But loyalty isn't created through authority or demands.

Trust and respect are built when your team feels prioritized,
Not managed from above.

When that happens, you naturally:
↳See stronger performance
↳Lose fewer good people
↳Build deeper engagement

Here's what servant leadership looks like in practice:

1. Create Space for Others
↳Give people room to step up and grow
↳Action: Let a team member lead the client conversation

2. Remove Friction
↳Take obstacles off your team's plate
↳Action: Step in on problems they can't resolve alone

3. Invite Perspectives
↳Make input welcome at every level
↳Action: Run a session where every idea is heard

4. Give Credit Out Loud
↳Make appreciation visible, not private
↳Action: Call out wins in team-wide meetings

5. Empower Ownership
↳Allow people to shape their goals
↳Action: Ask "What do you want to develop this year?"

6. Listen Before Responding
↳Focus on understanding, not defending
↳Action: Repeat their point back before sharing yours

7. Lead by Example
↳Demonstrate healthy boundaries through actions
↳Action: Don't send late-night emails

8. Grow Your People
↳Actively support professional development
↳Action: Assign stretch work aligned with their interests

9. Stay Approachable
↳Lower the barrier to reach you
↳Action: Keep your calendar or door open

10. Extend Trust Early
↳Believe in people before they earn it
↳Action: Encourage new hires to take smart risks

11. Recognize Progress
↳Value improvement, not just results
↳Action: Acknowledge learning, not only wins

12. Keep Your Word
↳Reliability builds credibility
↳Action: Follow through on every commitment


Servant leadership isn't soft.

Setting ego aside and putting others first requires real discipline and confidence.

And the return is enormous.

Have you worked for a leader like this?

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Servant leadership - increase performance by putting employees first. By George Stern

If you are starting a new role, don't try to impress.

Do this instead:

Try to remove friction - 
For yourself and everyone around you.

Here is a checklist for the first 90 days that high performers actually use:

1. List what you can decide without permission
↳Then ask what needs a heads-up or approval

2. Pay attention to who gets looped in
↳Those names matter more than titles

3. Ask what has already been tried
↳"What did not work before?" saves you from repeating mistakes

4. Ask questions that surface problems early
↳"Where do new hires usually struggle?"

5. Share a simple 30-60-90 day outline by Week 2
↳One page using bullets - invite edits

6. Notice what gets positive feedback
↳That is your real bar, not the job description

7. Deliver one useful thing fast
↳A fix, a doc, a summary, a clean-up

8. Book short 1:1s before you need help
↳Relationships are easier before urgency

9. Ask how your manager likes updates
↳Slack vs. email, short vs. detailed, often vs. weekly

10. Say no to meetings that do not need you
↳Use the time to make visible progress

11. Treat onboarding like setup, not survival
↳The habits you build now stick

12. Write down what doing well means - then confirm it
↳Ask your manager: "If 90 days went perfectly, what would I have done?"


Most people wait for clarity.
High performers create it.

Which of these would you show to a new hire?

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12 Things High Performers Do In Their First 90 Days. By George Stern

Are you tired of people not listening to you carefully?

These 13 phrases change that:

1. "What matters most here is..."
↳Signals prioritization, not opinion

2. "Let me check my assumption"
↳Shows rigor before confidence

3. "The constraint we can't ignore is..."
↳Grounds the conversation in reality

4. "Here is the tradeoff"
↳Adults listen when tradeoffs are named

5. "I might be wrong - but my read is..."
↳Lowers defenses without lowering authority

6. "Before we decide, one clarification"
↳Buys focus at exactly the right moment

7. "The risk isn't obvious, but it's real"
↳Creates curiosity without drama

8. "Let me be precise"
↳Resets vague discussions instantly

9. "The simplest version is..."
↳Complexity relaxes when simplicity enters

10. "What would change my mind is..."
↳Signals openness and intellectual honesty

11. "This is a second-order effect"
↳Elevates the level of thinking in the room

12. "If we zoom out for a second..."
↳Interrupts tactical tunnel vision

13. "Here is what I'd do next"
↳Turns insight into movement


None of these are clever or complicated.
That's why they work.

Which one would improve your conversations the fastest?

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13 Phrases That Make People Listen by George Stern

To truly crush your job interview,

You need more than just good responses:

Apply these 16 interview tips to:
↳Show confidence
↳Leave a strong impression
↳And separate yourself from other candidates

1. Pause 2-3 seconds before replying
It signals thoughtfulness and composure, not doubt or nerves - rehearse this beforehand

2. Prepare 5 smart questions
You likely won't ask all of them, but having options shows curiosity and readiness

3. Bring a pen and notepad
Don't overdo it, but jotting a few things down shows engagement and helps recall details

4. Show up 10 minutes early
Arriving sooner can feel awkward; arriving late looks unprepared

5. Respect everyone you meet
Receptionists and coordinators often give feedback on how you behaved - it matters

6. Spend 1 hour researching
Check their site, LinkedIn profiles, and recent updates - it proves real interest

7. Address red flags head-on
Briefly explain gaps or mistakes with confidence, without getting defensive

8. Keep answers to 60-90 seconds
Enough detail to add value, short enough to stay clear and conversational

9. Mirror their energy and pace
Don't copy them, but don't overpower a calm interviewer with speed or volume

10. Use their name naturally
Once or twice during the conversation - personal, not awkward

11. Admit when you don't know
"Great question, I'm not sure, but here's how I'd handle it..." shows honesty and thinking skills

12. Stick to one main point per answer
This keeps responses clear and easier to remember

13. Highlight what you learned
When discussing past roles, focus on lessons gained - not failures

14. Show interest through body language
Sit upright, lean in slightly, keep hands visible, and nod occasionally

15. Stay composed and recover smoothly
If something goes wrong (tech issues, blank moment): breathe, smile, and say, "Let me rephrase that"

16. Send a customized thank-you note
Within 24 hours, email 4-6 sentences that are specific, genuine, and upbeat


None of these tips require prior experience or special interview skills.

They can all be learned with simple practice and prep.

Use them!

Any tips you'd add?

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16 Interview Tricks That Will Set You Apart. By George Stern

Most people think confidence comes from experience.

Actually, it comes from 13 daily choices:

1. Follow-through
↳Confidence grows when you keep small promises
↳Example: Finish the task you said you would before starting a new one

2. Preparation
↳Ready beats perfect every time
↳Example: Spend 10 extra minutes reviewing before a meeting

3. Conciseness
↳Overexplaining signals doubt
↳Example: Answer the question once, then stop talking

4. Silence
↳Pauses create authority
↳Example: Count to three before responding in conversations

5. Momentum
↳Progress builds self-trust
↳Example: Ship the draft instead of polishing one more hour

6. Clarifying
↳Guessing erodes confidence
↳Example: Ask one direct question instead of assuming

7. Energy
↳Your body leads your mindset
↳Example: Move for 5 minutes before opening email

8. Honesty
↳Delayed truth costs confidence
↳Example: Say the uncomfortable thing today, not next week

9. Detachment
↳Feedback is data, not identity
↳Example: Write down the note without labeling yourself

10. Boundaries
↳Long explanations weaken the no
↳Example: Say no, state your boundary and stop there

11. Initiation
↳Ready comes after action
↳Example: Start before you feel confident

12. Consistency
↳Repetition beats intensity
↳Example: Do the same small habit at the same time daily

13. Self-trust
↳Confidence compounds internally
↳Example: Decide without asking for one more opinion


Confidence isn't something you earn one day.

It's something you practice daily -
In choices so small they are easy to dismiss.

Which one seems the most underrated?

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Building confidence - 13 daily choices that compound. By George Stern

Can't take a vacation without your phone blowing up?

You haven't mastered delegation:

Most leaders think they delegate. 

In reality, they just dump tasks without the authority, context, or support needed for success.

12 delegation techniques that actually work:

1) Match the task to the person
↳Ask: "Who would benefit most from this challenge?"

2) Transfer authority, not just responsibility
↳Be explicit: "You own this now, you can make these decisions without me"

3) Define the outcome, not the process
↳Focus on: "Here's what we need to achieve" instead of "Here's how to do it"

4) Explain the why behind the what
↳Share: "Here's how this connects to our team's larger goals..."

5) Set clear boundaries
↳Be specific: "You have $2000 and 3 weeks - quality cannot be compromised"

6) Create checkpoints, not checkups
↳Try: "Let's review progress on Friday" not "How's it going?" three times daily

7) Accept imperfect execution
↳Practice: Let them complete it their way unless it's truly off track, not just different from yours

8) Build a delegation ladder
↳Think: "What slightly bigger challenge could they handle next?"

9) Provide a safety net, not a safety harness
↳Offer: "I'm here if you get stuck, but I trust you to figure this out"

10) Debrief the learning, not just the result
↳Ask: "What did you learn that will help you tackle bigger challenges?"

11) Document decisions and give credit publicly
↳Share: "Sarah made the call to pivot our approach, and it paid off"

12) Resist the urge to reverse-delegate
↳Respond with: "What do you think we should do?" not "I'll handle it from here"


True delegation isn't about clearing your plate.

It's about developing your people while creating space for the strategic work only you can do.

The most productive leaders I know don't do more.

They delegate better.

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Most people think failure is a bad thing -

It usually is the opposite:

Because real failure is invisible.

It looks like never shipping, 
Never asking, 
Never risking being wrong.

When you think you failed, 
It means you actually tried.

Here is what "failure" looks like in real life - 

And why each one still moves you forward:

1. You launched and nobody cared
↳You finally got real feedback instead of guesses
↳Next step: change one variable and relaunch within 14 days

2. You posted consistently and growth stalled
↳Effort was there - distribution was the missing piece
↳Next step: study your top 3 posts and remake them from a new angle

3. You pitched and got a no
↳Now you know what didn't land instead of wondering why
↳Next step: ask one follow-up question and refine the next pitch

4. You built something people didn't use
↳The prototype did its job by revealing what wasn't valuable
↳Next step: interview 3 users and rebuild using their words

5. You took the role and it didn't work out
↳You expanded your range and learned faster than if you stayed safe
↳Next step: extract the skill you gained and apply it somewhere new

6. You shared an opinion and got pushback
↳You stopped blending in and started being specific
↳Next step: clarify your stance instead of sanding it down

7. You tried to lead and made mistakes
↳This is how leadership actually gets learned - in public
↳Next step: name the miss, fix it once, move forward

8. You aimed higher and missed
↳That miss showed you where the real edge is
↳Next step: reset the target slightly, not dramatically


Failure is not the opposite of success -

It's the admission ticket.

Have you had a recent "failure" that was still worth it?

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If you failed, good. That's proof you played the game. Most people stay on the sidelines.

Leadership isn't defined by personality.

It's these 12 choices:

1. Clarity over complexity
↳Make the work easier to execute, not harder to explain

2. Responsibility over excuses
↳Own outcomes - even when variables exist

3. Standards over comfort
↳Raise the bar before the room asks you to

4. Listening over reacting
↳Pause long enough to actually hear the signal

5. Decisiveness over consensus
↳Gather input - then decide

6. Candor over harmony
↳Tell the truth early, not politely late

7. Long-term over short-term
↳Optimize for trust, not quick gain

8. Coaching over controlling
↳Build capability instead of dependency

9. Focus over busyness
↳Fewer priorities, ruthlessly protected

10. Composure over volatility
↳Your nervous system sets the pace

11. Learning over defending
↳Curiosity beats ego every time

12. Service over status
↳Power is a responsibility, not a reward


None of these are dramatic.

That's the point.

Leadership is decided in the ordinary moments you repeat.

Which of these feels most uncomfortable right now?

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These 9 mental resets will change how you work:


1. "More effort will fix this" ➡️ "A smarter approach will fix this"
↳Small structural changes outperform sustained overexertion

2. "Everything is important" ➡️ "A few things drive most results"
↳Disproportion is normal - treat it that way

3. "I should keep my options open" ➡️ "Progress requires choosing"
↳Progress requires closing doors, not standing in hallways

4. "This is how it's always done" ➡️ "What's the best approach in this instance?"
↳Most rules survive from habit, not usefulness

5. "I need the right answer" ➡️ "I need a workable answer"
↳Eliminating obvious failure beats chasing perfect strategy

6. "I can keep it all in my head" ➡️ "My brain needs fewer decisions"
↳Cognitive load quietly taxes quality and speed

7. "This works for now" ➡️ "Will this still work later?"
↳Second-order effects shape outcomes long after the first win

8. "Clear goals are enough" ➡️ "Daily systems decide results"
↳What you repeat matters more than what you intend

9. "Maximum efficiency is the goal" ➡️ "Sustainable pace wins"
↳Buffers protect progress when reality intervenes


Mental models are leverage.

They sit upstream of every decision, every habit, every system you build.

Change the model and the behavior often updates on its own.

Which one of these seems most powerful?

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9 Mental Models That Change How You Work

7 visuals that will shift your mindset
(Number 4 is my favorite!)

All are by the talented Roberto Ferraro. 

1. Mastery is built by alternating
↳Learning without doing stays theoretical
↳Doing without learning eventually plateaus

2. Your peer group sets your ceiling
↳Being the best in the room feels good
↳Learning from better people makes you better

3. You never see the full picture
↳You see highlights, not the whole emotional range
↳Be careful who you compare your behind-the-scenes to

4. Most learning doesn't come from theory
↳Books give you knowledge
↳Practice and mistakes give you depth

5. Burnout has more than one look
↳It doesn't always look like collapse
↳Sometimes it looks like slowly becoming less yourself

6. Choice requires constraint
↳You can open many doors, but you can't walk through all of them
↳Progress comes from committing, not keeping options open

7. Failure isn't missing shots
↳Trying and adjusting is part of the process
↳Not taking the shot at all is what actually stalls growth


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