Twins Talk it Up Podcast

Episode 250: Lead Like a Giraffe

Great leaders are those who demonstrate a passion for learning and growing. If the appetite is there, significant lessons can be found from numerous places and sources, including from other leaders, books and nature itself. Author and Leadership Trainer Rosemarie Downer discusses her book, Leaders Are Like Giraffes: Leadership Lessons from a Most Unlikely Teacher.Highlights include:Insight into how the giraffe serves as a powerful metaphor for leadership, emphasizing key traits such as vision, resilience, and adaptability.19 characteristics of the giraffe.Effective leaders must be able to stand tall in the face of adversity, remain steady amid uncertainty, and lead with clarity and conviction.Leaders must be willing to “stick their necks out,” taking calculated risks and embracing change while also fostering strong connections with their teams.Great leaders focus on influence rather than manipulation, mentor others toward independence, and lead with authenticity rather than seeking constant validation.She also touches on the importance of continuous growth, mentorship, and maintaining integrity.Stand tall in your own leadership journey. Resources including a workbook and a downloadable PDF are available. Visit booksbyrosemarie.com to learn more. --- more ---If you want to master the art of audience engagement while learning how to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, this is the program for you. Twins Talk It Up is hosted by identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown, who share leadership communication strategies designed to help professionals embrace the power of their authentic voice.Together, we’ll explore tips and tools to unlock the full potential of your voice, dominate every stage you step onto, and elevate your influence and value. Along the way, we’ll crush goals and share plenty of laughs.Book a Free 15-minute discovery call: dsbleadershipgroup.com/schedule-a-call/Website: appmeetup.com/twinstalkitup/Community: facebook.com/groups/publicspeakingpointsPatreon: patreon.com/twinstalkitup

Episode 249: Deliver Best Customer Outcomes

The journey of delivering the best customer outcome begins with having the necessary discussions—conversations with end-users as well as with strategic partners. With the future of DaaS expanding beyond device management to holistic IT services, Lenovo continues to drive and deliver innovative, customer-centric solutions.Sukh Dhillon, Worldwide Director of Lenovo TruScale for Device as a Service (DaaS) Channel & SMB shares how Lenovo TruScale is transforming the way businesses and channel partners operate in today’s dynamic landscape.Highlights include:His leadership journey and insights into Lenovo’s growth as a channel centric organization.Evolution toward a subscription-based service model, offering businesses a flexible, scalable, and cost-effective way to manage IT needs.With SMBs facing challenges such as limited IT resources, tighter budgets, and the demand for rapid scalability, Lenovo TruScale provides a comprehensive solution that includes lifecycle management and IT support, allowing businesses to focus on their core operations.Supporting partners with resources and managed service opportunities that drive recurring revenue and deeper client relationships.The growing role of AI in predictive management and security, as well as the increasing importance of sustainability in IT solutions.Follow Sukh on LinkedIn and visit Lenovo.com to learn more about the community and upcoming Road Shows. --- more ---If you want to master the art of audience engagement while learning how to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, this is the program for you. Twins Talk It Up is hosted by identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown, who share leadership communication strategies designed to help professionals embrace the power of their authentic voice.Together, we’ll explore tips and tools to unlock the full potential of your voice, dominate every stage you step onto, and elevate your influence and value. Along the way, we’ll crush goals and share plenty of laughs.Book a Free 15-minute discovery call: dsbleadershipgroup.com/schedule-a-call/Website: appmeetup.com/twinstalkitup/Community: facebook.com/groups/publicspeakingpointsPatreon: patreon.com/twinstalkitup

Episode 248: Orchestrate Successful Channel Partnerships

There is an art to orchestrating successful channel partnership. The conductor masterfully unifies an orchestra to create a symphony; a harmonious masterpiece, with each note and nuance resonating together in perfect unison.Jane Ashworth, Director of Global Strategic Channel Alliances at Lenovo shares what can be expected when an organization is magnificently aligned with its partners and consumers. Let’s dive into delivering innovative and value-driven solutions with both the partner and customer in mind.Highlights include:Her inspiring leadership journey.Leadership emphasized by collaboration, trust, and a joint value proposition that empowers partners to thrive in an evolving tech landscape.Her unique ability to foster collaboration and develop high-performing teams.Lenovo 360 and their ongoing commitment to innovation, education, and empowering its partners.Reclaiming the ‘M Word’Diversity of voice, women representation and need for male leaders to sponsorFollow Jane on LinkedIn and visit lenovo.com --- more ---If you want to master the art of audience engagement while learning how to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, this is the program for you. Twins Talk It Up is hosted by identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown, who share leadership communication strategies designed to help professionals embrace the power of their authentic voice.Together, we’ll explore tips and tools to unlock the full potential of your voice, dominate every stage you step onto, and elevate your influence and value. Along the way, we’ll crush goals and share plenty of laughs.Book a Free 15-minute discovery call: dsbleadershipgroup.com/schedule-a-call/Website: appmeetup.com/twinstalkitup/Community: facebook.com/groups/publicspeakingpointsPatreon: patreon.com/twinstalkitup

Episode 247: The Fearless Female Leader

Looking to elevate and exceed your organizational goals this year? Invest in your talent and empower your female leaders with Olympic level focus and confidence. We welcome back Mental Toughness and Certified High-Performance Coach Sheryl Kline to speak about her upcoming book, ‘The Fearless Female Leader.’Sheryl draws on her experiences coaching world-class athletes, Olympians, and female leaders to create a transformative guide for women aspiring to lead with confidence, authenticity, and influence. Highlights include: A proven framework built on three pillars: clarity, confidence, and influence.Actionable strategies such as 90-day goal planning, journaling for clarity, and building of your "confidence muscle" to silence self-doubt and overcome imposter syndrome.Sheryl also underscores the power of influence, emotional intelligence, strategic-based empathy, authentic communication, and surrounding oneself with an internal board of directors. The Fearless Female Leader aims to inspire not just women but also allies who believe in authentic, courageous leadership. Pre-order The Fearless Female Leadership by visiting fearlessfemaleleadershipbook.com and join the movement to empower women to lead unapologetically. --- more ---If you want to master the art of audience engagement while learning how to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, this is the program for you. Twins Talk It Up is hosted by identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown, who share leadership communication strategies designed to help professionals embrace the power of their authentic voice.Together, we’ll explore tips and tools to unlock the full potential of your voice, dominate every stage you step onto, and elevate your influence and value. Along the way, we’ll crush goals and share plenty of laughs.Book a Free 15-minute discovery call: dsbleadershipgroup.com/schedule-a-call/Website: appmeetup.com/twinstalkitup/Community: facebook.com/groups/publicspeakingpointsPatreon: patreon.com/twinstalkitup

Episode 246: Drive Meaningful Change

How can we drive meaningful change in technology? Leadership qualities such as vision, adaptability, empathy, and effective communication are pivotal in driving transformations that align with both personal and organizational goals. Allyship and technology can serve as powerful catalysts for cultivating more effective leaders.Stacey Goodman, Senior Director of North America Solution Provider Sales at Lenovo shares why it is important to empower solution providers and mentor current and future generations of leaders. Highlights include:Insights into her role, highlighting how Lenovo aligns its cutting-edge technologies with the evolving needs of channel partners to ensure their success in an ever-competitive market.Lenovo’s AI Initiative reflected in their commitment to expand their portfolio and investing in programs.Being recognized as one of CRN’s 2024 Power 100 women in the channel, underscoring Lenovo’s commitment to diversity of leadership and innovation.Stacey’s leadership philosophy, grounded in continuous learning and meaningful relationships.Being a keynote speaker at The Women of the Channel Leadership conference, delivering an inspirational message about advocacy and allyship.Follow Stacey on LinkedIn and visit Lenovo.com to learn more about their partner community. --- more ---If you are looking to learn the art of audience engagement while listening for methods to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, then this is the podcast for you.Twins Talk it Up is a podcast where identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown discuss leadership communication strategies to support professionals who believe in the power of their own authentic voice. Together, we will explore tips and tools to increase both your influence and value. Along the way, let’s crush some goals, deliver winning sales pitches, and enjoy some laughs.Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown train on speaking and presentation skills. They also share from their keynote entitled, “Identically Opposite: the Pursuit of Identity”.Support and Follow us:YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCL18KYXdzVdzEwMH8uwLf6gInstagram: @twinstalkitupInstagram: @dsbleadershipgroupTwitter: @dsbleadershipLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/twins-talk-it-up/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/dsbleadershipgroup/Facebook: facebook.com/TwinsTalkitUpFacebook: facebook.com/dsbleadership/Website: dsbleadershipgroup.com/TwinsTalkitUp

Episode 245: Solving End-User Problems with Feedback

By actively listening to end-users and strategic partners, businesses can identify pain points, address gaps in their products or services, and implement solutions that enhance satisfaction and usability. Feedback also fosters a collaborative environment where both trust and loyalty increases, providing direct insights into experiences, challenges, needs and sets up all parties involved for better outcomes. Dana Ryan, General Manager of Lenovo North America’s Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG) shares insights into the value of feedback, partnerships and allies. Highlights include:Experience from a decade-long journey at Lenovo, highlighting their focus on innovation, AI capabilities, and sustainable solutions.Importance of a customer-centric approach, commitment to fostering diversity, and its inclusion in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index.Emphasis on the importance of feedback, open solutions, and flexible financial options to meet client needs.Reflected on her leadership philosophy, advocacy for women in tech, and exciting partnerships with F1 and FIFA that showcase Lenovo’s emphasis on speed and precision.Follow Dana on LinkedIn and visit Lenovo.com to learn more about their continued impact in the partnership community.--- more ---If you are looking to learn the art of audience engagement while listening for methods to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, then this is the podcast for you.Twins Talk it Up is a podcast where identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown discuss leadership communication strategies to support professionals who believe in the power of their own authentic voice. Together, we will explore tips and tools to increase both your influence and value. Along the way, let’s crush some goals, deliver winning sales pitches, and enjoy some laughs.Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown train on speaking and presentation skills. They also share from their keynote entitled, “Identically Opposite: the Pursuit of Identity”.Support and Follow us:YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCL18KYXdzVdzEwMH8uwLf6gInstagram: @twinstalkitupInstagram: @dsbleadershipgroupTwitter: @dsbleadershipLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/twins-talk-it-up/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/dsbleadershipgroup/Facebook: facebook.com/TwinsTalkitUpFacebook: facebook.com/dsbleadership/Website: dsbleadershipgroup.com/TwinsTalkitUp

Episode 244: Impact of Learning & Development Programs

Learning journeys are designed around formal and informal training programs that support growth initiatives, ingrain new knowledge, build existing skills and boost professional development. AppMeetup Executive Coach and VP Partner Growth Jennifer Brown makes a special appearance to help host the program as we welcome Sabine Leuthner, Director of Global Sales Learning & Development for the Infrastructure Solutions Group at Lenovo.Highlights include:Sabine’s leadership philosophy centered on empowerment, inclusivity, and fostering collaboration.Meeting the learner where they are means being able to create engaging, accessible, and adaptable learning programs that align with organizational goals and cultural contexts.Engagement strategies include leveraging AI to personalize and enhance learning while maintaining the critical human connection.Measuring the effectiveness of programs, including a framework for KPIs, as well studying quantitative and qualitative feedback.The evolving role of leaders in learning and development, and the need to support women in leadership.Her passion for curiosity and growth inspires listeners to invest in their development and leadership journeys.Follow Sabine on LinkedIn and visit lenovo.com for more information about programs and resources supporting the community. --- more ---If you are looking to learn the art of audience engagement while listening for methods to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, then this is the podcast for you.Twins Talk it Up is a podcast where identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown discuss leadership communication strategies to support professionals who believe in the power of their own authentic voice. Together, we will explore tips and tools to increase both your influence and value. Along the way, let’s crush some goals, deliver winning sales pitches, and enjoy some laughs.Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown train on speaking and presentation skills. They also share from their keynote entitled, “Identically Opposite: the Pursuit of Identity”.Support and Follow us:YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCL18KYXdzVdzEwMH8uwLf6gInstagram: @twinstalkitupInstagram: @dsbleadershipgroupTwitter: @dsbleadershipLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/twins-talk-it-up/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/dsbleadershipgroup/Facebook: facebook.com/TwinsTalkitUpFacebook: facebook.com/dsbleadership/Website: dsbleadershipgroup.com/TwinsTalkitUp

Episode 243: Be a Go-Giver

Is it possible to think that you can find greater fulfillment and success when you focus more on providing value? Renowned speaker and coauthor of the international bestseller The Go-Giver, Bob Burg shares how you can find that gratifying and rewarding result when you shift your focus from getting to that of giving. The Go-Giver is an international best seller with over 1 Million copies sold and translated into 30 languages. Let’s become Go-Givers!Highlights include:Define value and discover what others need or want and solve their problems.5 Laws of Stratospheric Success - Value, Compensation, Influence, Authenticity, and Receptivity.The opposite of a 'Go-Giver is not a Go-Getter. The opposite is a Go-TakerFoster meaningful connections, and stand out in competitive environments.Reflecting on Bob’s speaking journey, his relationship with ConnectWise, and his commitment to inspiring a Go-Giver culture.Follow Bob on LinkedIn and visit Burg.com to learn more about the Go-Giver way. --- more ---If you are looking to learn the art of audience engagement while listening for methods to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, then this is the podcast for you.Twins Talk it Up is a podcast where identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown discuss leadership communication strategies to support professionals who believe in the power of their own authentic voice. Together, we will explore tips and tools to increase both your influence and value. Along the way, let’s crush some goals, deliver winning sales pitches, and enjoy some laughs.Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown train on speaking and presentation skills. They also share from their keynote entitled, “Identically Opposite: the Pursuit of Identity”.Support and Follow us:YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCL18KYXdzVdzEwMH8uwLf6gInstagram: @twinstalkitupInstagram: @dsbleadershipgroupTwitter: @dsbleadershipLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/twins-talk-it-up/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/dsbleadershipgroup/Facebook: facebook.com/TwinsTalkitUpFacebook: facebook.com/dsbleadership/Website: dsbleadershipgroup.com/TwinsTalkitUp

Episode 242: Conference Wrap Up; Now Build

Described by an attendee as the 'Super Bowl for MSPs', IT Nation Connect did not fail to deliver. Events and communities like IT Nation are vital to ensuring you are fitted with necessary tools and resources to meet the demands for greater protection, support and growth. This is why over 7,000 attended IT Nation Evolve, Summit and Connect in-person or virtually. The week was filled with incredible workshops, activities, coaching, performances and speakers from all over the world, including Tony Hawk and Bob Burg. You've made it through an amazing conference; now what? It's time to make sure you've made the most of your conference experience. Did you hit your goals? Are your next steps clearly outlined? Gregg Lalle, SVP & GM of IT Nation shares how TSPs and leaders can build from the momentum of the week.Highlights include: Amazing growth of ConnectWise and IT Nation, including 3,500+ in-person attendees with 150+ solutions partners.Some of his key takeaways from IT Nation Evolve, Channel Summit and Connect.Benefits of joining a peer group. An unashamed recognition of others making an impact within the community. Opening Keynote as well as the handoff from Jason Magee to Manny Rivelo.3 Pillars of IT Nation: Community of Communities, Partner-Centric Ecosystem, Education First. Slogan of "Wise Together. Rise Together"The live event may be over, but you can still register for a FREE virtual pass and access 100+ on-demand sessions and 6 Keynotes through February 8th.Follow Gregg on LinkedIn and visit connectwise.com/theitnation to learn more about IT Nation. --- more ---If you are looking to learn the art of audience engagement while listening for methods to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, then this is the podcast for you.Twins Talk it Up is a podcast where identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown discuss leadership communication strategies to support professionals who believe in the power of their own authentic voice. Together, we will explore tips and tools to increase both your influence and value. Along the way, let’s crush some goals, deliver winning sales pitches, and enjoy some laughs.Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown train on speaking and presentation skills. They also share from their keynote entitled, “Identically Opposite: the Pursuit of Identity”.Support and Follow us:YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCL18KYXdzVdzEwMH8uwLf6gInstagram: @twinstalkitupInstagram: @dsbleadershipgroupTwitter: @dsbleadershipLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/twins-talk-it-up/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/dsbleadershipgroup/Facebook: facebook.com/TwinsTalkitUpFacebook: facebook.com/dsbleadership/Website: dsbleadershipgroup.com/TwinsTalkitUp

Episode 241: AI Hipsters & Computer Vision

The attack landscape continues to evolve and threat actors are going beyond the office to creatively attack where your employees and team members are. Chris Cleveland, Founder of PIXM joins us to share how organizations can prevent phishing scams and enhance threat detection with 'eyes in the browser.’Highlights include:Leadership journey and why start PIXM.Ally of AI computer vision to identify new phishing attacks, and providing added protection at the browser level.Phishing is not just an email security challenge, but an issue across all social platforms including the use of QR Codes and text messaging.Making it easy to work with the community and the impact being made in the educational market.Growing with the IT Nation Community.Follow Chris on LinkedIn and visit pixmsecurity.com/partners/signup/ to learn more about becoming a channel partner. --- more ---If you are looking to learn the art of audience engagement while listening for methods to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, then this is the podcast for you.Twins Talk it Up is a podcast where identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown discuss leadership communication strategies to support professionals who believe in the power of their own authentic voice. Together, we will explore tips and tools to increase both your influence and value. Along the way, let’s crush some goals, deliver winning sales pitches, and enjoy some laughs.Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown train on speaking and presentation skills. They also share from their keynote entitled, “Identically Opposite: the Pursuit of Identity”.Support and Follow us:YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCL18KYXdzVdzEwMH8uwLf6gInstagram: @twinstalkitupInstagram: @dsbleadershipgroupTwitter: @dsbleadershipLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/twins-talk-it-up/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/dsbleadershipgroup/Facebook: facebook.com/TwinsTalkitUpFacebook: facebook.com/dsbleadership/Website: dsbleadershipgroup.com/TwinsTalkitUp