How Resilience and Innovation Help You Lead Through Chaos with Bob Goodwin

Bob Goodwin is the President of Career Club, dedicated to helping organizations and professionals unlock their full potential. As a LinkedIn Top Voice and a member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council, he is a recognized expert in career development, leadership, and organizational performance. Bob hosts The Work Wire with SHRM CEO Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., as well as Career Club Live, where he interviews Fortune 500 executives. As an executive coach, he helps senior leaders enhance performance, increase leadership impact, and gain career clarity—transforming cultures and driving lasting success.

In today’s episode of Smashing the Plateau, you will learn how to navigate economic and political chaos, build resilience, and future-proof your business or career.

Bob and I discuss:

• How chaos and indecision impact consultants and professionals [02:20]
• Why building a robust business pipeline is essential [03:21]
• The difference between qualitative and quantitative value [04:40]
• How to communicate your value to decision-makers [05:53]
• What employers are doing in times of uncertainty [08:05]
• Strategies for thriving during volatility and ambiguity [11:16]
• Investing in the future and smart marketing strategies [13:00]
• Building corporate and personal resilience [15:16]
• The role of community in fostering innovation and support [21:09]

Learn more about Bob at https://career.club/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobgoodwincareerclub/

Thank you to our sponsor:

The Smashing the Plateau Community

Sign up now for exclusive, actionable strategy insights from our podcast—your path to success starts with just one click!