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"Asking for help isn't a sign of weakness, it's a sign of strength." - Barack Obama

Are you comfortable asking for help? Asking for help is not something that comes easily for most of us. We have been programmed to believe that asking for help is a sign of weakness. However, asking for help is actually a sign of strength and maturity.

Leaders are expected to have all the answers and to be the go-to person for everything. However, this expectation can be unrealistic and lead to burnout and stre…

"As an entrepreneur, the experience of abundance and scarcity is like being inside an accordion."

The accordion, with its bellows and keys, produces a distinctive melodic and rhythmic sound. But the key to its sound lies in how it is played, with the musician compressing and expanding the bellows to create the desired effect.

Similarly, as entrepreneurs, we constantly work to create the desired effect in our businesses. Sometimes we are expanding, growing, and experiencing abundance, while oth…

Live life like a masterpiece,

A work of art that never cease,

A canvas painted bright and bold,

A story that will be told.

Choose your colors, choose them well,

Each stroke of brush, each tale to tell,

Blend them with your heart and soul,

To create a life that's truly whole.

Add a touch of love and grace,

A sprinkle of kindness in every space,

Let your passions guide your hand,

And create a life that's truly grand.

Embrace the moments, big and small,

Let them inspire, let them call,…

ThriveLoud Podcast with Lou Diamond

“Inspired Purpose Coaching”

Founder & Chief Inspiration Officer

Tony and Lou talk shop in an enlightening conversation on Thrive LouD.

Tony Martignetti is a trusted advisor, coach, experience creator, author, podcast host, and speaker. He brings together over 25 years of business and management experience, formal training, and extreme curiosity to elevate leaders and equip them with the tools to navigate through change and unlock their true potential. He l…

Anyone can be promoted into a leadership position, but not everyone is inherently a good leader. For this reason, leadership consulting is an investment most companies are willing to make. Joining the podcast today is Chuck Wisner, author of the book The Art of Conscious Conversations. Chuck talks with Tony Martignetti about his book and his principles in training a new breed of leaders. Also, Chuck shares his journey from architecture to leadership consulting. Tune in to find out how he pivot…

In a world where conformity and fitting in often seem to be the norm, embracing our uniqueness and accepting ourselves for who we truly are can be challenging. However, the truth is that our individuality is what makes us truly special and sets us apart from everyone else.

Inspired by the new U2 album, Songs of Surrender, I have been going through some of their classic songs and came across the unique guitar riff from the song “Numb.”

I started thinking about the strange lyrics, which touch on…

Motivating people at work can be challenging, but it is essential to building a positive and productive workplace. There are two main types of motivation: intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. Understanding these two types of motivation can help you develop strategies to encourage and support your employees.

The best way to understand extrinsic motivation and intrinsic motivation is the difference between being pulled by a rope and being pushed by a sail.

Extrinsic motivation is like being pulle…

"A man is not idle because he is absorbed in thought. There is visible labor and there is invisible labor." – Victor Hugo

In 1880, the sculptor August Rodin was commissioned to create a set of massive bronze doors for the Decorative Arts Museum (Paris), which became a piece that is now known as, The Gates of Hell. This piece took 37 years to complete, and ultimately, it never reached its intended destination. However, it is now on display at Musée Rodin, a worthwhile stop the next time you are …

"I do one thing at a time, I do it well, and then I move on." – Major Charles Emerson Winchester

Do you constantly get distracted by new ideas, projects, or opportunities? Do you often struggle to stay focused on one thing for a sustained period of time? If so, you may be suffering from what's commonly called "shiny object syndrome."

While curiosity is a valuable trait to have, it can also be a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it drives us to explore new ideas, learn new skills, and discov…

Sometimes, it takes others to help us see ourselves and coax the true brilliance within out to the world. This is where great coaches come into the picture; they are there to support and encourage us to make the most impact. In this episode, Tony Martignetti is with Stephan Thieringer, the CEO and Founder of The Human Innovation Garage, a leading coaching and advisory firm that serves and supports mission-driven entrepreneurs, executives, and high potentials. Stephan shares with us the flashpo…