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Ken Schmidt, Former Executive at Harley-Davidson and Consultant at KenSpeaks,com
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- Nov 19, 2024
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Summary
Ken Schmidt, the visionary who revolutionized Harley-Davidson's brand image is Dr. Bill Dorfman's special guest on this week's episode. Dive into a captivating conversation about how passion and strategic thinking can redefine success for any business or individual. Key Takeaways: - Learn the three pivotal questions that redefined Harley-Davidson’s market strategy. - Uncover why being interested is more powerful than being interesting in building connections. - Explore how visible passion and delight create lasting impressions and loyalty. ABOUT THE GUEST Ken Schmidt’s career in the motorcycle industry began in 1985 as a specialist in corporate positioning and media relations for the then-struggling Harley-Davidson. He was tasked with helping the company restore its image, improve its competitiveness,and create demand for its motorcycles. Within a few short years, sales of Harley-Davidson motorcycles skyrocketed, and the company returned to prominence as one of the most respected, profitable, and frequently reported-on companies in the world. In 1990, Ken became director of Harley-Davidson’s corporate and financial communications, serving as its primary spokesperson to the media and the financial communities. He frequently appeared in mainstream and business media to offer insights on nontraditional communications, customer attraction, and brand-building. His expertise and success at Harley- Davidson ultimately led to consulting assignments and speaking invitations from all over the world. In addition to speaking and consulting, Ken is co-founder of Torque Sessions Leadership Training. Through a combination of hands-on training and interactive workshops, these sessions help individuals and organizations re-position themselves to become dominant competitors, maximize le…