Afternoon Live Interview on KATU
by William F. Merck II
On Friday, February 3, 2023, I had the pleasure of appearing on KATU’s books and authors show, “Afternoon Live.” Host Kara Mack with the ABC television affiliate in Portland, Oregon, interviewed me about how leaders can sharpen their mental toolkits and build on a wide range of experiences.
You can watch the six-minute interview on KATU’s website here. Enjoy!
Bill’s book, So, You Want to Be a Leader, is available at Barnes & Noble. Read excerpts from his book and articles on leadership here.
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Meet Bill
William F. Merck has a lifetime of experiences in the working world that contributed to his success in a variety of leadership roles.
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BREADCRUMBS: Finding a Philosophy of Life
In this work, slated for publication in March 2023, the author uses stories from his life’s journey to illustrate points in time that helped form his view of the world and his place in it.
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So, You Want to Be a LEADER
Being a leader is not easy for anyone. Thankfully, this book transforms more than a half-century of leadership experiences into a practical handbook for those looking to excel in leadership roles. In candid fashion, So, You Want to Be a Leader: Secrets of a Lifetime of Success, reveals what works—along with an unvarnished examination of what doesn’t—in a myriad of work-related situations.
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BREADCRUMBS: Finding a Philosophy of Life
In Bill’s book released on March 14, 2023, the author uses stories from his life’s journey to illustrate points in time that helped form his view of the world and his place in it. From growing up in Southern Georgia in the 1940s, to becoming a military officer and a corporate leader, he discovers a nexus between early feelings and subsequent notions and beliefs.
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Donna Seebo Interview on Becoming Your Own Personal Investigator
Donna and I discuss understanding how your beliefs are formed, and why your thinking has evolved into its present place in your life.