Emily Powell is the third generation owner and president of Portland, Oregon's iconic independent bookseller, Powell's Books. After having to let go of 90% of her staff in early March, Emily is focused on bringing people back and showcasing Powell's Books' unique in-store experience online. These conversations are excerpts from our How I Built Resilience ser ... Show More
May 2024
Books and Business: The Evolution of Powell’s City of Books
Powell's City of Books is no mere bookstore; it's an institution, community, and treasure for bibliophiles. This literary haven offers new, used, and rare finds that beckon readers from every corner of the globe. Store Manager Bry Hoag helped Powell's flourish into a cultural ico ... Show More
34m 48s
Aug 2020
422: Creating a Dream Boutique with Brittany Petrik
Emily talks with one of her 2020 Mastermind clients, Brittany Petrik, on her journey from teaching to boutique-ing, her unconventional brick and mortar, and her ability to pivot and serve her community during a worldwide pandemic. Brittany talks about her journey over the last ye ... Show More
53m 58s
Sep 2022
Introducing Getting Along
No one should have to put up with rude, unprofessional, or hostile behavior from a colleague. You can counteract and even preempt it by using certain tactics and phrases. Amy Gallo will teach you which ones, plus how and when to deploy them, through coaching sessions with real wo ... Show More
2m 22s
Feb 2022
214: Emily Bermes, How to thrive as a new generation executive
Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 214, an episode with CEO and executive coach, Emily Bermes. Get Emily's book here: <span data-story-id="story_d345cea144fc9a994435e18de9c0d1be" data-room-id="room_d18d25300f161c0ac482f59825c8d32d" data-timestamp="1644268206161" data-text= "<http ... Show More
37m 28s
Sep 2023
How To Design Your Day So You Can Design Your Life w/ Emily Ford
This week Dean Graziosi sits down with global entrepreneur, thought leader, speaker, podcast host, and the "IT Girl" for transformation, Emily Ford. Emily Ford went from sleeping on a mattress on the floor to running a 9-figure sales organization. She's built businesses and organ ... Show More
53m 1s
Apr 2017
Sheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant on Resilience
Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg talks about returning to work after her husband’s death, and Wharton management and psychology professor Adam Grant discusses what the research says about resilience. In this joint interview, they talk about how to build resilience in yourself, your t ... Show More
31m 33s