Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue No. 47 Giving Pause for Thanks Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue No. 47

Nov272013

This week’s reflection point: Traveling very long distances can be draining and tiring. But arriving at your destination after hours of flying is also exhilarating with anticipation of what lies ahead. I spent this past week in Hong Kong with Alan Weiss, PhD, and a handful of wonderful colleagues from all over the world. Together this exceptional community spent 4 days in think tank sessions that overflowed with new and innovate ideas for our businesses and clients. Add to this...

Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue No. 46 Beyond Technology Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue No. 46

Nov202013

This week’s reflection point: I am here in Hong Kong with eight successful global consultants, attending Alan Weiss’s yearly Million Dollar Club gathering. Among the many great topics we have explored, the one that resonated most with me at the conclusion of the first day was the need for us to create trends. In order to create new trends it is critical to identify key shifts or movements, combine them, and develop a substantial new direction for your clients to...

Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue No. 45 Missed Opportunities Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue No. 45

Nov132013

This week’s reflection point: A prospective client I recently talked with acknowledge that she wanted to move forward but then changed her mind suggesting her priorities have change. Upon a quick review of my discussion notes with her, I noticed her top three objectives as stated by her: Increase her client base and the remarkable value they receive from her. Dramatically strengthen her thought leadership. Many opportunities have been lost and doing nothing is not an option. She needs a...

Chad Barr Interviews Andrew Miller

Nov122013

Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue No. 44 Developing Your Launch Blueprint Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue No. 44

Nov62013

This week’s reflection point: Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock and ignoring the news, you must have heard about the failure of the Obamacare web site launch. Although tempted, I am going to keep my political viewpoints out of this article and focus on what we can learn from this. Running a technology company that specializes in Internet strategies and has been involved in the implementation of hundreds of successful web site launches, here are the top 10 points...

Our New Web Site Sneak Preview

Nov52013

I am delighted to share with you this video that showcases a sneak preview of our new and upcoming web site. Scheduled to release by 4/1/14 or sooner, which will also feature the latest and greatest of our work and ideas on how to leverage your web presence and Internet strategy for great success.

Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue No. 43 It Takes Two To Tango Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue No. 43

Oct302013

This week’s reflection point: Here is a question I often pose to my clients: “If your clients were to follow your recommendations and do exactly as you recommend they do, would that guarantee their success?” The answer I hear is always, “Absolutely yes!” So why aren’t all of our clients as successful as they should and could be? Though some of you may think that I am shifting responsibilities, I am here to suggest that it is because the client...

Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue No. 42 Are You Asking The Right Questions? Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue No. 42

Oct232013

This week’s reflection point: I am here at the Breakers, West Palm Beach, participating in Alan Weiss’s Thought Leadership Symposium, surrounded by 20 of some of the smartest and most successful minds in the world. Yesterday’s special guest was Randy Gage who successfully provoked us into thinking differently by his unique presentation style and today’s presenter is Daniel Pink, which should be just outstanding. One of the statements made by Randy Gage that caught my attention was: “If you ask...

Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue No. 41 Components of Remarkable Content Raising the Barr Weekly Memo: Issue No. 41

Oct162013

This week’s reflection point: When you consume content such as an article, a video, an audio podcast or an eBook, what seems to grab your attention? Well, I am glad you ask. Let me share with you my top 10 key components to consider when creating remarkable content: Make it conversational, which then reveals your true voice, makes you unique and your content easier to consume. Incorporate provocative and contrarian thinking to challenge basic premises. Get audience to say: “I...

Things I’ve Realized or Learned Recently

Oct152013

You can get great last minute seats to any show you desire to see on Broadway. All you need to do is find a good concierge and be willing to pay the price. “Where are you from?” usually start great conversations with the cab drivers in New York city. The other is: “Would you share a great story that took place in your cab that you rarely share?” When you ask the wrong question the answer does not matter and it’s irrelevant....