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Robert Glazer

Robert Glazer is an entrepreneur, leadership speaker, and bestselling author known for his work on personal growth, high-performance teams, and partnership marketing. His notable books include Elevate, Friday Forward, and Performance Partnerships, with several achieving Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestseller status. His writing and insights reach millions globally through books, podcasts, and his Friday Forward newsletter.

Biography & Author's Journey

Robert Glazer was born into an environment that fostered both entrepreneurial ambition and intellectual curiosity. Raised by a father who practiced real estate law, Glazer developed an early affinity for business and problem-solving, which was further refined by international experiences such as working in Prague during a period of economic transition. His early years saw him gravitate towards fast-growing companies, strategy consulting, and venture capital—experiences that shaped his appreciation for dynamic environments and set the stage for his career in leadership and performance marketing.

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Quotes

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You are not in competition with anybody except yourself—plan to outdo your past, not other people
-Elevate
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Being 'dead right' is still dead, and the consequences are not always physical. And most importantly, always look uphill!
-Friday Forward: Being Right Isn't Always Best For You
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None of us like to lose, but how we lose determines whether we increase our chances of turning the lessons of that loss into a greater victory
-Friday Forward: Losing Graciously
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This Pick Two Rule of the construction world underscores a basic truth: while we can have everything we may want, we typically can't have it all at once
-Friday Forward: You Can Have It All. Just Not All At Once
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The two-weeks notice method of changing jobs is an obsolete system we need to replace
-Friday Forward: Ending The Practice of Two Week's Notice
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Core values, we all have personal core values. They're different from office corporate core values. These are the non-negotiable principles that guide our behavior and decisions. They're intrinsic. They're not aspirational. They're who we've always been, not who we are
-Podcast: Fixing Your Life, Burnout, and Money Problems by Identifying Your Core Values
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You got to enjoy the climb. There's the Everest summit, but look, most of the people at Everest don't even get to summit or even in the same party. So you better make sure that the whole thing is worth it
-Podcast: Fixing Your Life, Burnout, and Money Problems by Identifying Your Core Values
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Openly acknowledging that your company might not be the best fit for everyone long-term allows you to completely change the dialogue and relationships with your team members
-TEDx Talk: It's Time To End Two Weeks Notice
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We have been seduced by distraction. We are being pulled away from paying attention to the things that enrich our lives
-Friday Forward: Look-Up, Now

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Community Voices

"Robert Glazer is a #1 Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author known for his books on leadership, personal growth, and high-performance organizations"

Digital Journal

"Robert Glazer's Friday Forward newsletter is a vital leadership resource that reaches over two hundred thousand readers worldwide"

Alan Mulally

"Robert Glazer is known for empowering individuals and companies to achieve their full potential, as highlighted in his speaking engagements"

WSB

"Performance Partnerships by Robert Glazer is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the power of creating mutually beneficial relationships"

Keith Ferrazzi

"Robert Glazer was named to Glassdoor’s list of Top CEOs for Small and Medium Companies in the U.S., ranking number two"

Next Big Idea Club

"Robert Glazer is a sought-after speaker by companies and organizations around the world, focusing on business growth, culture, and leadership"

All American Speakers

"Robert Glazer's books and podcasts have established him as a forward-thinking leader in building organizations where people thrive personally and professionally"

Arianna Huffington

"Robert Glazer is the founder and chairman of the board of Acceleration Partners, a global leader in partnership marketing"

JA Worldwide

"Robert Glazer is both a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, as well as a prominent entrepreneur and keynote speaker"

Digital Journal

"Robert Glazer’s work has been featured in outlets such as Harvard Business Review, The Today Show, Business Insider, Fast Company, Inc., Forbes, and Entrepreneur"

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