What David Bowie taught David Edelman
Bill Gallagher
Scaling and growth expert, CEO, Serial Entrepreneur, Advisor, Keynote Speaker, Podcast Host, Strategic Planning, Business Coach
“If the Core Values are the soul of the organization, the core Purpose (some call it “mission”) gives it heart.”
- Verne Harnish
“Tomorrow belongs to those who can hear it coming”
- David Bowie
Hi friends,
A recent podcast guest of mine, David Edelman, mentioned the following during our chat:
David Bowie is an artist I've admired in terms of all the different phases he went through and the way he surrounded himself with incredibly talented people. Depending on what he was trying to do, he found people who would really push his ideas—and that's something I find so important in business.
I play saxophone in a jazz combo, and I always want to play music with people who are going to push me.
Both of those Davids figured out the following:
Growth comes from evolution.
Greatness is rarely achieved alone.
Check out my David Edelman conversation below. Plus this week I had a great chat with Rennie Colelli about his inspiring journey from a teenage DJ to leading a top-tier AV production company.
Remember, scaling doesn’t have to be hard.
— Bill
It's important to have a coach at every stage of your business - A Solocast
In this mini-episode, Bill tells the story of helping a friend step away from the CEO role in a growing business and the lessons learned along the way.
From implementing a functional accountability chart to redefining team dynamics, Bill explores how accountability can transform an organization.
No matter what stage of life you're at, you always need a coach!
Meaningful Personalization with David Edelman
How can businesses personalize their customer experience at scale?
This episode explores the power of personalization in the age of AI and how businesses can leverage data to create a delightful customer experience. David Edelman discusses the challenges and benefits of personalization, and provides examples of companies that are doing personalization well, such as Cisco, Marriott, and Aetna.
David Edelman is a personalization guru who's been shaking things up in the business world with his innovative ideas. He’s also the co-author (with Mark Abraham) of Personalized: Customer Strategy In The Age of AI.
Key topics in this episode:
Finding your Goldilocks in Business: The Just-Right Fit! - A Solocast
Goldilocks isn’t just for kids—it’s a masterclass in business strategy!
In this mini-episode, Bill talks about the just-right principle and how it applies to finding the perfect partners, employees, and vendors as your business scales. From accounting firms that are too big to care to marketing hires that are just the right mix of brilliance and drive, discover why the Goldilocks principle is essential for businesses navigating growth—and how what’s “just right” today might need a shake-up tomorrow.
The High-Stakes World of Event Production with Rennie Colelli
Why is creating memorable experiences more crucial than ever in today’s event industry?
In this episode, Rennie shares how he scaled his business twice, first in social events and later in corporate, emphasizing the importance of trust, innovation, and strategic reinvention. The discussion offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs looking to navigate growth, overcome challenges, and deliver world-class experiences.
Rennie Colelli is a dynamic entrepreneur who turned his passion for music and live entertainment into a thriving event production business, bb Blanc.
Key topics in this episode:
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Why Do So Many Entrepreneurs Underprice Their Products & Services? (Article)
In a recent episode of my podcast, my guest explained a fascinating situation. Here it is: sellers can sometimes be led to believe—by customers—that what they’re selling is extremely expensive.
When in fact, what they’re selling really isn't that expensive when compared to the market.
My guest was Casey Brown, a pricing expert, speaker, author, and founder of Boost Pricing, which helps companies generate more profit by empowering entrepreneurs and sellers to command the prices they deserve.
Schedule Your Free Growth Assessment
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More about Bill Gallagher
Hey there! I'm Bill Gallagher, your friendly Scaling Coach, keynote speaker, and serial entrepreneur.
I've walked in your shoes as a founder, CEO, and executive leader. Over the past 15+ years, I’ve coached and trained countless leaders just like you to grow their businesses successfully and profitably. But here’s the kicker: I've also helped them reclaim their time and sanity! My secret sauce? Making the growth journey easier, faster, and way more fun.
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2wIt's a question all CEOs and leaders should ask. "Who is pushing you to think bigger?" Along with, "Who is enabling you to act bigger?"