Joshua Harris, Agency Growth Secrets Founder, Recognizes Former Army Officer For Receiving Entrepreneur of the Year Award

LARGO, Fla., Oct. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Josh Harris, founder of Agency Growth Secrets, recently recognized the leadership skills of former military member Michael Connolly. Connolly garnered attention by Ernst & Young when he received their regional award for Entrepreneur of the Year for Advertising and Marketing, in Orlando, Florida. The award followed his nomination in 2016. He was ultimately bestowed the title on June 7, 2018. Harris, Agency Growth Secrets Founder, noted that the CEO of Sonobi and recipient of the award has significant leadership qualities that were likely developed during his time in the Army.

Harris has often acknowledged that veterans are well-suited for the corporate world and entrepreneurship due to the leadership skills they develop in the service. Regarding Connolly's leadership, Harris comments, "Good leadership requires a unique skill set that blends determination, problem-solving abilities, integrity, and innovation. In business, you can't just rule over your team with an iron fist on a path of destruction. It takes a precise balance of drive, patience, and personal responsibility."

Connolly confirmed that his philosophy of leadership is based on a teamwork mindset. Upon receiving his award, Connolly stated "Business is a team sport and being selected as a winner recognizes the merit of what Sonobi has achieved so far. I'm thrilled to have received this award on behalf of the team's hard work and determination to build this company." Connolly's emphasis on collaboration within his company is likely a result of his experience leading soldiers in high-stress situations, according to Harris.

Harris takes these qualities to heart and expands on Connolly's award further, stating, "Each player has a vital role to the company's success, and it's my job to ensure that workers at every level are taking ownership of their tasks and contributing to the overall performance of the company." Harris observes the performance of soldiers like Connolly in the business sector and takes note of their ability to lead by inspiring employees and holding them accountable at every level.

In considering veteran entrepreneurs like Connolly, Harris also comments on the need to remain humble as a leader. In developing a healthy and prosperous business, entrepreneurs must be willing to take criticism from others. He states, "Remain honest and open to critique, and use it to empower your position and decision-making. Listening and taking time to understand each problem from every angle will give you an advantage in managing your team." He boils it down to a simple statement of ownership, saying "Maintain a humble spirit with an appreciation for criticism." In watching veteran leaders, Harris believes taking personal responsibility for the company is a key factor in their success.

Harris elaborates on the qualities of great leaders like Connolly, saying that success is "...all dependant on a leader who provides guidance that's firm, informative, encouraging, and honest." He says, "If you can incentivize your team, remain humble, and lead with conviction, you're sure to create growth like Michael Connolly, worthy of being recognized."

Joshua Harris is an entrepreneur who is is passionate about helping US Military Veterans become business owners. Recently, Agency Growth Secrets and Harris launched a site dedicated to supporting US Military Veteran entrepreneurs. Harris has been featured in both Forbes and Entrepreneur and is part of an elite group of entrepreneurs?the Oracles. He lives in Largo, Florida with his wife and 2 daughters.

About Agency Growth Secrets:
Agency Growth Secrets (AGS) was founded by Joshua Harris. AGS is a digital marketing firm that delivers highly qualified leads to clients by leveraging advanced technology, including artificial intelligence and machine learning. These progressive methods have allowed Agency Growth Secrets to reduce customer acquisition costs and optimize marketing campaigns for their clients. Agency Growth Secrets is located in Largo, Florida.

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