In this edition, I look at what has been termed an emerging market for business avation, India.Af Paul Pennington

In this, the first episode of the second series of my aviation interviews, I'm joined by Yves Le Marquand, Editor of Revolution Aero to discuss the future of flight - eVTols, hydrogen powered aircraft and sustainable air travel.Af Paul Pennington

In this episode I catch up with former Senior Vice President for Sales at Bombardier Business Aircraft, Bob Horner.Af Paul Pennington

In this, the third of my initial series of business aviation podcasts, I talk to Khader Matta, Managing Director of the IC Group.Af Paul Pennington

In this episode, Paul Pennington talks to seasoned business aviation professional and author, David Dixon, President of Jetcraft Asia.Af Paul Pennington

In this, the first episode of my initial series of interviews, I catch up with the Vice President of Transactions at leading International Business Aviation Solutions Provider ACASS and, former Chair of the International Aircraft Dealers Association, Zipporah Marmor.Af Paul Pennington

“In every company, differentiation is never more important than it is in times of trouble, and that’s the time when everyone tends to go to the well and equalize rather than differentiate.” - Jack Welch, CEO of General Electric. Tune in to learn more!Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

Life is what happens while you are busy making other plans. - John Lennon. It is the greatest freedom to be able to focus on one thing completely without feeling that you should be doing something else. In this episode learn to be intentional with your work and rest time. Tune in to learn more!Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

“Whatever you do, do it well. Do it so well that when people see you do it, they will want to come back and see you do it again, and they will want to bring others and show them how well you do what you do.” - Walt Disney. Some people are naturally gifted with customer service talents, but for the majority of us, we have to be intentional. Tune in …

In this second installment of a two-part series about improving our goal execution, let us talk about a process of measuring the impact of the goal or project to help gain more clarity and confidence in the goal you are hoping to accomplish. Tune in to take your life and your goal execution to a higher level.…

“People are working harder than ever, but because they lack clarity and vision, they aren’t getting very far. They, in essence, are pushing a rope with all of their might.” — Dr. Stephen R. Covey. In this two-part episode, learn to take your business and your life to a higher altitude by being a person who develops a strategy around planning the ex…

The aviation insurance market has been riding kind of a harder insurance market since early to mid-2018, which has been marked by increasing rates and stricter underwriting guidelines. As you may have noted in our updates in 2020 and 21, we saw that there were several factors creating this hardening of the market and extremely low and unsustainable…

"Momentum begets momentum, and the best way to start is to start." - Gil Penchina. In this episode of the Aviation Business Podcast, let us talk about building and maintaining a healthy momentum in your life/business.Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

"Birds of the same feather flock together." As we are still in that fresh start feeling, it is important we examine our flock so we are surrounded with the group of people who can provide wise counsel. In this episode of the Aviation Business Podcast, let us revisit an adage and a proverb that are relevant to the New Year season we are in today.…

It is that time of the year when we celebrate and review all that has happened this year and as well as plan for the coming year. In this episode of the Aviation Business Podcast let us get into some guide questions that would help you review this year and plan for 2022.Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

Too often, especially business leaders, we are always focused on things we have not done and are constantly unhappy of not being where we want to be because we have not stopped and celebrated small wins that draws us closer to our goal. In this episode of the Aviation Business Podcast, let us talk about how to live in the gain not in the gap.…

"Great achievement is usually born of great sacrifice and is never the result of selfishness." - Napoleon Hill. In this episode of the Aviation Business Podcast, let us revisit some more old adages that are relevant today. Listen or watch here: https://aerisinsurance.com/aviation-business-podcast-episode-166-old-adages-relevant-today-pt2…

Henry Ford said "If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself." In this episode of the Aviation Business Podcast, let us revisit some old adages that are relevant today.Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

According to a study done in 2018 (JUNIPER Research), small businesses invest less than $500 per year in cybersecurity products, which makes them an obvious target for cybercriminals. Many small and medium-sized businesses overlook or under-consider technology risks. In this episode of the Aviation Business Podcast let's talk about Cyber Liability …

“The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” – George Bernard Shaw. In episode 163 of the Aviation Business Podcast let us talk about how to clearly communicate, provide clear expectations and grows through effective communication.Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

“Goals without routines are wishes; routines without goals are aimless. The most successful business leaders have a clear vision and the disciplines (routines) to make it a reality.” - Verne Harnish. In episode 162 of the Aviation Business Podcast let us talk about how to gain clarity in your business and implementing your organizational operating …

"It is amazing what you can accomplish if you do not care who gets the credit." Harry S Truman. In episode 161 of the Aviation Business Podcast learn to become a leader who knows when to use the words We and I.Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

"Coaching is releasing a person's potential to maximize their own performance. It is helping them to learn rather than teaching them." In this episode of the Aviation Business Podcast learn to become a leader who coaches others.Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

The ultimate vision of the Aviation Business Podcast is to help aviation businesses achieve a higher altitude. In this episode, we are capping off the month-long celebration of the third-year anniversary of producing this podcast. Let’s listen in to the exciting things that are coming for the Aviation Business Podcast and more!…

“A vision without a plan is a pipe dream.” Brian P. Moran. In this episode of the Aviation Business Podcast learn how making 12-week plans each quarter will increase your ability to accomplish your goals and fulfill your vision.Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

Greek philosopher Plato said that “The first and best victory is to conquer self. ” If you can’t lead yourself, you won’t be able to lead others. In episode 157 of the Aviation Business Podcast learn how you can better lead yourself to become a better leader.Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

Most business track key performance indicators in their businesses to determine their success. In order to improve results, and execute goals, it is highly beneficial to establish Lead Indicators. Lead Indicators are daily and weekly habits, actions, and activities that if done consistently lead to the desired results. Hear more about this in episo…

Ron Kaufman was quoted "Exceeding expectations is where satisfaction ends and loyalty begins." In episode 155 of the Aviation Business Podcast let us revisit a key approach and mindset to exceeding customer expectations called "plussing" coined by Walt Disney himself.Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

John Maxwell wrote in his book “Achievement comes to someone when he is able to do great things for himself. Success comes when he develops leaders to do great things for him. But a legacy is only created when a person puts his organization into a position to do great things without him.” In episode 154 of the Aviation Business Podcast learn to bec…

Every business has risks, so having an understanding on how to manage or mitigate them and even having a system to do so is key especially in the aviation business. In episode 153 of the Aviation Business Podcast let us listen in to one of our previous episodes and learn to utilize, implement and review a risk management system in your organization…

Earl Nightingale said, "People with goals succeed because they know where they're going." We are into the 2nd week of celebrating our third anniversary, we continue to relive some of our greatest episodes in the past. In episode 152 of the Aviation Business Podcast learn to set and effectively execute your goals.…

Major league baseball great Roger Clemens once said “I think anything is possible if you have the mindset and the will and desire to do it and put the time in.” As we are nearing the third-year anniversary of the Aviation Business Podcast let us relive some of our greatest episodes in the past. In episode 151 of the Aviation Business Podcast let us…

Bruce Springsteen was quoted saying, “A time comes when you need to stop waiting for the man you want to become and start being the man you want to be.” In episode 150 of the Aviation Business Podcast learn to become that intentional leader who asks that big question of what do need for our business, developing that do it now mentality and shifting…

“Look yourself in the mirror and ask yourself, what do I want to do every day for the rest of my life…do that.” – Gary Vaynerchuk. In episode 149 of the Aviation Business Podcast learn to build that do it now mentality so that you actually take actions to the answers you get when asking what Gary Vaynerchuk suggested.…

"True genius resides in the capacity for evaluation of uncertain, hazardous, and conflicting information." Winston Churchill. In episode 148 of the Aviation Business Podcast learn to examine your business’/team's dangers, opportunities, and strengths to chart a new or more focused course to grow your business.…

French poet, Victor Hugo, wrote "Change your opinions, keep to your principles; change your leaves, keep intact your roots." In episode 147 of the Aviation Business Podcast let's talk about how clarifying and getting back to your roots (Mission and Vision) help in growing your business or team.Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

“People don't buy what you do; they buy why you do it. And what you do simply proves what you believe Simon Sinek, author of Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action. In episode 146 of the Aviation Business Podcast let's discuss two powerful words to transform your communication.…

NBA coach Phil Jackson said "Good teams become great ones when the members trust each other enough to surrender the me for the we." In episode 145 of the Aviation Business Podcast learn to create a culture of psychological safety in your team and business.Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

Former Cisco CEO John Chambers once said, “There are two types of companies: those that have been hacked, and those who don’t yet know they have been hacked.” Cyber attacks hit businesses every day. In episode 144 of the Aviation Business Podcast let's talk about Cyber Liability Insurance and how you can use it to protect your digital assets.…

If you’ve been in the aviation business or owned an aircraft in the past couple of years, it is no secret that the aviation insurance industry has been in a challenging market. Marked by increasing premiums, more strict underwriting, and higher training requirements, aviation insurance has been frustrating to many. In this special episode of the Av…

Poet and memoirist Maya Angelou said “At the end of the day, people won’t remember what you said or did, they will remember how you made them feel.” In episode 142 of the Aviation Business Podcast learn to become a leader or teammate who can effectively show healthy appreciation through tangible gifts and/or personal touch.…

Founding father Benjamin Franklin once said “Words may show a man's wit, but actions his meaning.” In episode 141 of the Aviation Business Podcast learn to become a leader who demonstrates appreciation appropriately through acts of service.Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

Best selling author Malcolm Gladwell said “It's not how much money we make that ultimately makes us happy between nine and five. It's whether or not our work fulfills us.” In episode 140 of the Aviation Business Podcast learn to become a leader who provides positive appreciation with the ability to spend appropriate quality time with your team memb…

One famous quote from Zig Ziglar says “You never know when a moment and a few sincere words can have an impact on a life.” In episode 139 of the Aviation Business Podcast learn to become a leader who shows appreciation and knows how to provide positive words of affirmation to your team.Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

Kevin Stirtz wrote “Every contact we have with a customer influences whether or not they’ll come back. We have to be great every time or we’ll lose them.” In episode 138 of the Aviation Business Podcast let us talk about using your business processes and technology to enhance customer interactions in order to maintain consistent customer service.…

Stephen R. Covey said "Habit is the intersection of knowledge, skill, and desire." In episode 137 of the Aviation Business Podcast let's learn how to effectively establish new habits, stop the bad ones and be consistent with executing the daily disciplines that lead to success in business and life.Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

In episode 136 of the Aviation Business Podcast let us dig in deeper on why working hard won't suffice any longer. It’s not about how long you work but with the quality of work and its impact to the business. The right mind and right attitude are needed to help you be Smart Worker.Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

“Concentrate all your thoughts upon the work in hand. The sun's rays do not burn until brought to a focus. “ Alexander Graham Bell. In episode 135 of the Aviation Business Podcast let us learn to differentiate and address tasks that are urgent versus important.Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

Martin Luther King Jr. said “We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope.” In episode 134 of the Aviation Business Podcast let us talk about how despite of all the hardships this year, there’s still room for hope.Af Timothy Bonnell Jr.

Albert Einstein, one of the greatest minds, once remarked “Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning.” In episode 133 of the Aviation Business Podcast let's talk about how to foster that child-like curiosity to unravel various gifts for your business to grow.…