PHIL BRISTOL
LEADING THE WAY AS AN ASTUTE LEADER IN EXECUTIVE
COACHING AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT CEO | Projectivity
Credibility- leaders who lead by example.
Respect- where everyone is valued for who they are.
Fairness- treating everyone equally and recognizing their contributions.
Pride- a sense of ownership and belief in your company's mission.
Belonging- a culture where everyone fits in and feels valued.
Leadership- inspiring and motivating others to achieve their best.
Values- shared beliefs that guide your company's decisions.
Innovation- creating an environment where ideas flow freely and creativity thrives.
Consultant Advisors
Gary Yea s Principal
Franck Ramaroson Principal
Dr. John Buckholz Principal
Phil Bristol President
Bruce Lazarus Marke ng
Adrienne Raymond Web Master
Administra on
Makinano Web Design
Bud Seith Finance
Web Design
Bud Clarke Legal
Barbara Vossmera
Noeme
Zerabelle Pabalate
Administra on
TakingaStepBack
Whenaskedabouthispinnaclemoment,Phil sharedaninspiringstory.Thestorygoeslike:
Oneofhisclients,PalmerElectric(name changed),amultigenerationalconstructionfirm withthreedepartmentsand150employees,was underaleadershipgridlock.Ithadsuccessfully builtmulti-residentialhousingandlitairport runways.Butsincethelastbusiness managementmeetingthreequartersago,the moralewaslowasconflictshadbegunamong teammembers.Revenuestagnationwas witnessedat$15M.
DuringrealignmentwiththeCEO,trust betweenstaffandleadershipemergedasakey challenge.Byintegratingcommunicationand emotionalintelligencetools,leadersbegan valuingdifferencesandbuildingtrust.Thisled tothedevelopmentofthecompany'sfirst strategicplan,outliningfivegrowthpriorities anddefiningitsvision,mission,andvalues.
Phil says,” Have a master calendar and block time for a predictable framework. Be clear on the top 5 results you deliver, the priority, and the time allocated. Leave 20% of your time open to contingencies.”
Initialresistancetocollaborationshiftedas leadersadoptedaconditionaltrustapproach, observingteamdynamics.Conflictresolutionand anoutwardmindsetreshapedmanagerialroles andperformanceexpectations.
PalmerElectric,nowa$575millionregional business,conductsquarterlyperformancereviews andoperateswithacultureoftrust,clarity,and accountability.Everyteammemberfollowsa KPI-basedactionplanalignedwithcompany goals.
OntheOutside
ProjectivitySolutions'brandstrategyfocuseson drivingorganizationaltransformationthroughan outwardmindset,prioritizingothers'needsto buildtrust,strengthenrelationships,andenhance
businessoutcomes.Byguidingleadersand teamsfromaninwardtoapeople-centric approach,thefirmhelpsunlockworkforce potential,improveengagement,reduce turnover,andboostteamcohesion.
AuthenticityBuildsCredibility
Thequarterlyperformancereview conversationintheorganizationisan interactionofeachposition'sperformance aspects,whilepointingoutpositive outcomesandareasofimprovement.The biannualritualoverseestheeffectivenessof existingoperationsandintegrateschangesas needed.
Inmonthlyreviews,ProjectivitySolutions includesashortstorysessiontofoster continuityofkeyinsights.Eachteam membersharesabrief,relatablestorywitha factualstartandcoreperceptions.
Phil says,” Ask Questions for Which I Have No Answers. I learned this essential lesson from the Arbinger Institute, the Creating We Institute, and Target Training International, significantly improving my leadership and communication styles.”
PearlsofWisdom
Clarityinpersonalandbusinessfoundationsis essential.Theprocessbeginsbychartingkeylifehighs andlowstoidentifylessonslearned,basedonSteve Pavlina's Life Purpose and Values blog (Dec2010). Next,fivecorevaluesaredefinedwithsynonyms, behaviorstatements,andactionstoavoidwhennot alignedwiththosevalues.Thefinalstepinvolves craftingmissionstatementsforboththeindividualand thebusiness.
StrategicAims
InJanuary,ProjectivitySolutionsconductedathorough reviewoftheservices,staff,andclientbase.Itis dedicatedtocateringtoorganizationswith500 employeesorfewer.Itwillbetoenhanceunmatched operationalexcellence,whilenurturingacollaborative environment.Furthermore,theorganizationaimsto widenitsoperationalhorizonintotheEuropeanand Indianregionswithconsistentlyelevatingplanningand leadershipdevelopment.Arefineddata-driven approachandhigherclientengagementistheultimate goals.Lookingaheadto2025and2026,Projectivity Solutionsplanstoenhanceitsstrategicplanning services,expandintoEuropeandIndia,launchThe BusinessMechanics℠podcast,andestablishamentor advisoryteam,strengtheningitsclientservice capabilitiesandindustryreputation.
MEME STOCKS
A SMART INVESTMENT OR RISKY BET?
d. Beboth,patient&aware:
Thesestockscandropdrasticallyorsurgeupincessantlyresultinginabitofagreedtokeepinvesting. Still,bediligentinmonitoring&avoidmakinghastydecisions.
Characteristics:
a. Instability:Pricescansoarupordescendastonishingly,maybeonthesamedaytoo.
b. Greatdigitalpresence:Havehighreach&engagementonsocialmedia&internet.
c. Noconnectionwiththebasics:Thepriceofthestock&thecompany'sperformancemayhighly mismatch.
d. Coveringfrenzypotential:Manystockshaveahighershortinterestthatcanleadtodramatic priceincreases.
e. Darkhorsestory:AlotofstocksareperceivedasunderdogsbattlingagainstWallStreet.ina.
PROS&CONS
PROS
An opportunity for very high returns in a short period.
Opportunity to secure a stake in a new investment venture before it's known in the market.
The social media generation has prime investing opportunities ahead, as a lot of new avenues keep opening up. These stocks can be a prolonging component in the share market.
Slang: Stonks- A jargon for meme stocks, made popular by the internet. It highlights the playful & irreverent attitude of the community towards traditional finance.
IdentifyingaGoodMemeStock
Long-terminvestmentsareoftenforyears,not fordaysoracoupleofweeks.Herearesome pointstoconsider:
1.Surveyingthecompanywithitsfundamentals withstablegrowth,healthyprofitmargins,&a solidbalancesheet.
2.Noonecanpredictwhenanormalstockcan becomeamemestock.Ifitreachesthatstage,an individualhastobepatientenoughtolistentothe companymanagement'scommentsonhoware theyhandlingitsafreshstate.
CONS
Sometimes meme stocks do not function on the fundamentals of an organization, it can cause a backlash, having to face losses.
The demand supply curve in this case is unpredictable and can cause losses.
There are no predictions of whether or not this trend will stay in the long term.
The pump-and-dump scheme is a threat to investors as the prices are artificially inflated & sold off at a profit, but it doesn't happen with everyone. The luck factor matters too in this situation.
3.Craftaplanontheriskmanagementfactorsas tohowthesituationwillberesolvedifthings don'tgoasplanned.
Conclusion
Memestocksarethenewtrendinthestock marketwhereinonecanenjoyprofitsorsuffer losses.Socialmedia,finance,&popcultureare aninterestingintersectionforinvesting enthusiasts.Italsohasitschallenges& advantages.Evenifyouwanttoinvestinthese stocksornot,itiscrucialtograspthis phenomenoninthecurrentfncialsphere.
6.Tennis:
Tennismaynothavethesameteamdrivenloyaltyasothermajorsports,but itsindividualstars,likeSerenaWilliams, RogerFederer,andNovakDjokovic,have madeitastapleofAmericansports culture.TheUSOpen,heldannuallyin NewYork,isoneofthemostprestigious tennistournamentsintheworld.
ReasonsTennisisaFavoriteSport:
● Globalsuperstarsandintense rivalries.
● MajorGrandSlamevents attractingmillionsofviewers.
● Accessibilityforcasualand professionalplayers.
● Longevityofathletes'careers keepsfansengaged.
7.Golf:
Golfhasadedicatedfollowing, particularlyamongbusinessprofessionals andolderdemographics.EventslikeThe Masters,U.S.Open,andPGA Championshipareamongthemostwatchedtournamentsinthesport. LegendslikeTigerWoodshave significantlyboostedgolf'sappeal.The combinationofstatus&prestigeis unmatchedwhentheelitegroupwants someleisuresports.Thisisalsooneofthe mostpopularsportsintheUS.
WhyGolfRemainsPopular:
● Relaxed,yetcompetitivenature.
● Opportunitiesforamateur participation.
● Significantprizemoneyin professionaltournaments.
● Businessnetworkingandsocial aspects.
8.MixedMartialArts(MMA)andBoxing:
Combatsportshaveseenaresurgenceinpopularity, particularlywiththeriseoftheUFC(UltimateFighting Championship).Boxing,thoughnotasdominantasitonce was,stillattractslargeaudiencesformajorfightsfeaturing big-namefighters.
What
FuelsCombatSportsPopularity?
● Thrillingone-on-onecompetition.
● Crossovereventsfeaturingcelebritiesandinfluencers.
● Socialmediaandstreamingservicesboosting accessibility
● LegendaryfighterslikeConorMcGregorandCanelo Álvarezattractingworldwideattention.
9.AutoRacing:
TherearealotofcarenthusiastsintheAmericanregion.The speedthrillhasbeenassociatedformanygenerations&isso consideredonethemostpopularsportsintheUS.Auto racing,ledbyNASCARandFormula1(F1),hasadedicated fanbase,particularlyintheSouthernUS.WhileNASCAR hasseenadeclineinTVratings,Formula1hasexperienceda resurgencethankstoNetflix's“DrivetoSurvive”series.
KeyFactorsforAutoRacing'sAppeal:
● High-speedactionandunpredictableoutcomes.
● RichtraditionsinNASCARculture.
● IncreasedmediaexposureforFormula1.
● Internationalfanengagement.
10.TrackandField:OlympicGloryandMore
Trackandfieldeventsgainmassiveattentionduringthe SummerOlympics,withtheUSconsistentlyproducingtop athletesinsprinting,long-distancerunning,andfieldevents.
Why
TrackandFieldCaptivatesFans:
● PrestigiouseventsliketheOlympicsandWorld Championships.
● IconicathletessuchasUsainBoltandCarlLewis.
● College-levelcompetitionsdrawinglargecrowds.
● Growingyouthparticipationinrunningsports.
The most popular sports in the US may change constantly, influenced by cultural shifts, media coverage, and international trends. While American football remains the dominant force, sports like soccer and MMA are quickly gaining traction. With digital streaming, social media, and global connectivity, the future of American sports is more dynamic than ever. For fans and athletes alike, the US sports industry continues to provide entertainment, competition, and a sense of community. No matter the sport, the passion of American sports enthusiasts remains unmatched, ensuring that these games will thrive for generations to come.
