Jeffrey Klubeck, Founder & CEO of Get A Klu, Inc.
- Early teaching journey & finding motivation through disappointment
- Balancing academia and industry: from public speaking professor to global coaching assignments
Podcast
Overview
In this engaging episode of The Brand Called You, host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Jeffrey Klubeck—founder & CEO of Get A Klu, Inc. and author of “The Integrity Game”—to unpack the powerful intersections of integrity, coaching, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. From Klubeck’s unconventional journey to his practical tips for solopreneurs and insights from his book, the episode offers a wealth of actionable advice and real-life stories.
Let’s break down the highlights, with important timestamps and topical takeaways:
00:01:03-How did Jeffrey Klubeck become an “unretired professor”?
- Early teaching journey & finding motivation through disappointment
- Balancing academia and industry: from public speaking professor to global coaching assignments
- Retirement, then return: What brought him back to teaching?
00:02:52-What inspired the birth of Get A Klu, Inc.?
- The humorous self-reflection behind the name
- Early entrepreneurial flair: “Get a Clue” as a high school newspaper editorial
- Transition from editorial voice to a consulting & coaching C-corp
00:04:34-What are the most powerful coaching lessons from working worldwide?
- The underestimated power of eye contact and nonverbal communication
- Overcoming cultural barriers with a clear mission and shared purpose
- Real-life anecdotes of using technology (e.g., translators) to break down language obstacles
00:06:08-What are common productivity challenges faced by solopreneurs and micro business owners?
- Wearing all the “hats”: founder isolation and accountability struggles
- Emotional & behavioral pitfalls: gravitating to easy/uncomfortable work
- Staffing mistakes and challenges with delegation
- Investment fear and difficulties in performance management
00:09:21-Which soft skills should every entrepreneur master?
- The top three skills: engagement, motivation, accountability
- Why public speaking is Klubeck’s favorite soft skill for solopreneurs
- The importance of personal branding and networking
- Overcoming fear-based resistance to networking, leadership, and change
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- Early teaching journey & finding motivation through disappointment
- Balancing academia and industry: from public speaking professor to global coaching assignments
- Retirement, then return: What brought him back to teaching?
