The Year of Practice
 
December 2024
 
 
 
 
 
 
Reserve your virtual seat for the 2025 Annual Conference
 
 
REFUEL YOUR SKILLS, STRATEGY & VISION
 
 
The year’s almost over, and while many professionals are slowing down, you’re accelerating toward success. 2025 will bring new challenges and even greater opportunities.
 
 
The best way to prepare? Reserve your virtual seat for the 2025 Influential U Annual Conference. This isn’t just another event—it’s a transformational experience. Whether you join us in-person in Ojai, California, or virtually from anywhere in the world, you’ll refuel your skills, strategy, and vision for a powerful year ahead.
 
 
Can’t make it to Ojai? No problem. Attend online!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Elevate Your Brand at Conference
 
 
2025 ANNUAL CONFERENCE SPONSOR
 
 
Elevate your brand by showcasing it to an exclusive audience of industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers at the 2025 Annual Conference. Our sponsor pages offer a prime opportunity to connect with an ecology of influential clients who are shaping the future of their industries.
 
 
Seize a rare chance to personally connect with industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Get CEO Time
 
 
MAKE COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
 
 
Our self-paced Thrive program includes Weekly eCoaching that could become the most valuable 40 minutes of your work week. It’s one thing to study Transactional Competence. It’s another thing to practice it.
 
 
Thrive members are invited to Zoom in early and connect with the IU community before sessions. Thrive eCoaching is your weekly chance to get priceless time with CEO John Patterson backed up a rich library of professional resources.
 
 
 Join us next week!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Executive Influence: A Monthly Masterclass
 
 
ELEVATE YOUR LEADERSHIP
 
 
Our new monthly masterclass series is designed for young professionals eager to connect with high-achieving peers, develop advanced leadership strategies, and expand their influence. Each session dives into a specific aspect of Executive Influence, providing actionable strategies to elevate your leadership and decision-making.
 
 
Whether mastering high-stakes negotiations, fostering high-performance teams, or inspiring greater buy-in from stakeholders, this masterclass offers the critical skills and insights to help you excel.
 
 
Find a masterclass near you.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Dive Into the IU Curriculum
 
 
FEBRUARY COHORT 92 NOW OPEN
 
 
Foundations: Introduces core principles and practical fundamentals. This is your chance to dive into the IU curriculum, applying smart solutions to real-world challenges. Elevate your skills, transform theory into action, and navigate your career path with precision and confidence. Don't just watch opportunities pass by — seize them.
 
 
Registration deadline is 14 February 2025.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 A Powerful Identity
 
 
GUEST RON SPRENGLER
 
 
Ron Sprengeler has built a powerful corporate identity by leveraging specialized knowledge and cultivating a respected reputation among peers. In this episode, we explore fundamental principles for creating a respected identity, whether you’re a small business owner or an employee navigating a large organization or corporate merger.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
A Good Problem to Have?
 
 
GUEST WESLEY PINGELTON
 
 
Wesley Pingelton found success in financial planning but faced burnout from labor-intensive solutions. He rebuilt his business model to scale effectively and enjoy life. Co-Founder Kirkland Tibbels and I discuss how fitness is crucial to making, committing to, and fulfilling offers that truly satisfy one’s aims.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Yes, Being Critical is an Asset
 
 
GUEST JOE MCNERNY
 
 
In this episode, trial attorney Joe McNerney explores how understanding personality, including Judge and Inventor traits, enhances transactions. Co-Founder John Patterson and Vice President Drew Knowles join Kirkland Tibbels to discuss overcoming self-sufficiency by surrounding yourself with a surplus of great help for greater success.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
We Weren't Careful What We Wished For
 
 
GUESTS THE BROTHERS KOREN
 
 
Isaac and Thorald Koren (The Kin) achieved fame touring with Coldplay and Bon Jovi but found talent and passion alone didn’t guarantee satisfaction. They launched A.C.E., a method to help artists and executives unleash their unique voice. Co-Founder Kirkland Tibbels discusses the importance of knowing your aims and transacting effectively.