In this inspiring episode, we speak with Jason Stapleton, an entrepreneur and business coach, who shares his insights on creating a mobile business that allows for true freedom. If you've ever dreamed of working from anywhere in the world, Jason’s strategies for increasing human capital and controlling income will motivate you to make that dream a reality.

The Power of Income Mobility:

Discussion on what it means to create income mobility and how it can transform your life.

Insights into managing a business from anywhere and the benefits of a mobile work environment.

Jason’s Entrepreneurial Journey:

Overview of Jason’s success with his first company, Trade Empowered, which became a leading trading education brand.

Transition to hosting The Jason Stapleton Program, a podcast that covers economics and current events.

Bridging the Gap:

Jason’s mission to help aspiring entrepreneurs transition from traditional employment to a life of freedom.

Strategies for established entrepreneurs to enhance their market influence, maximize profits, and cultivate a fulfilling lifestyle.

Increasing Your Human Capital:

Emphasis on the importance of continually developing your skills and knowledge.

Practical tips on how to invest in yourself for personal and professional growth.

Creating a Rewarding Life:

Insights into building a business that not only generates income but also aligns with your passions and values.

The importance of defining success on your own terms.

Join us as Jason Stapleton shares his invaluable wisdom on entrepreneurship, income mobility, and living life on your own terms. Whether you're just starting out or looking to elevate your current business, Jason’s advice will inspire you to take action toward a more abundant and rewarding life.

Jason’s social media handles

Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/thejasonstapleton/
Twitter- https://twitter.com/jason_stapleton
YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6CIAhTIE-mvGDpj3FEDUvw
Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/theliveshowtv/
LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonstapleton/
Show YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7A4PnuRpNzJr8UMcZ1UBZA
Parler- https://parler.com/profile/JasonStapleton/posts

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Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purrfectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/aboutfred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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Today, we’re tackling how to bridge the gap between understanding expectations and delivering results effectively. We'll explore the difference between following a roadmap and using real time navigation, and provide practical tips for enhancing your communication and project management skills.

Roadmaps vs. Navigation Systems

Roadmap:

Description: A static, flat guide showing general routes from one point to another.

Limitation: Provides a fixed view without accounting for obstacles or changes in conditions.

Navigation System:

Description: A dynamic tool that adapts to real time conditions, such as traffic, roadblocks, or unexpected events.

Advantage: Offers real time updates and suggestions, helping you adapt and navigate around challenges.

Just as navigation systems adjust routes based on current conditions, effective communication and adaptability in your role are crucial for navigating career challenges and meeting expectations.

The Importance of Effective Communication

When given a project or responsibility:

Understand: Don’t just follow the roadmap; engage with the task as it evolves.

Communicate: Regularly check in, seek feedback, and adapt as necessary.

Avoid: Relying solely on initial instructions without adjusting to real-time feedback or changes.

Reflect on Your Current Responsibilities

Exercise:

Identify a Large Project: Write down a significant current objective or goal.
List Concerns: Note three things that make you nervous or uncertain about delivering this project.
Visualize Success: Consider how you’ll feel once you successfully accomplish the goal.

Purpose: This exercise helps clarify your concerns and motivations, setting a foundation for effective communication and project management.

Top Ten Tips for Managing Assignments and Objectives

Tip 1: Take Notes

Action: When assigned a new task or objective, pause, breathe, and listen carefully.

Why: Taking notes ensures you capture important details and reduces the likelihood of misunderstandings.

Tip 2: Clarify Expectations

Action: Ask clarifying questions to ensure you understand the desired outcomes and any specific requirements.

Why: Clear understanding helps you align your efforts with the expectations of your leader.

Tip 3: Set Milestones

Action: Break down the project into smaller, manageable tasks with clear deadlines.

Why: This helps track progress and ensures you stay on track.

Tip 4: Prioritize Tasks

Action: Identify and focus on high priority tasks that have the most significant impact.

Why: Effective prioritization ensures that critical aspects of the project are completed first.

Tip 5: Regular Check-ins

Action: Schedule regular updates or meetings with your leader or team.

Why: Regular communication helps address issues early and keeps everyone aligned.

Tip 6: Adapt to Feedback

Action: Be open to feedback and willing to make adjustments as needed.

Why: Adapting based on feedback improves the quality of your work and aligns it more closely with expectations.

Tip 7: Manage Your Time

Action: Use time management techniques like the Pomodoro Technique or time blocking.

Why: Efficient time management helps you stay productive and meet deadlines.

Tip 8: Stay Organized

Action: Use tools like task lists, project management software, or calendars to stay organized.

Why: Organization reduces stress and helps ensure that all aspects of the project are addressed.

Tip 9: Address Challenges Early

Action: Identify potential obstacles and address them before they escalate.

Why: Proactively managing challenges prevents delays and keeps the project on track.

Tip 10: Reflect on Outcomes

Action: After completing a project, take time to reflect on what went well and what could be improved.

Why: Reflection helps you learn from each experience and improve your approach for future tasks.

Join the Conversation! How do you navigate challenges in your role? Share your strategies or insights with us. info@shockyourpotential.com

Subscribe to The Shock your Potential Podcast for more tips on effective communication, project management, and career development.

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Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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In this insightful episode, we chat with Melissa Kirk, founder of Melissa Kirk Consulting, about the importance of aligning your passion with your work. Melissa emphasizes that when you pursue your authentic self, success and financial reward are likely to follow.

Aligning Passion and Work:

Melissa discusses how aligning your work with your passion can lead to greater fulfillment and success.

The importance of starting from a place of authenticity and self-belief in the pursuit of your goals.

Melissa Kirk Consulting:

Founded in 2008, Melissa Kirk Consulting has grown significantly, serving a diverse clientele each year.

Overview of the comprehensive capabilities offered, addressing complex personal and professional challenges.

Transformative Results:

Clients hire Melissa for her unique approach to achieving results in various aspects of life, including career, relationships, and health.

Melissa’s expertise in helping clients find and purchase their dream homes, attract ideal clients, and systemize their businesses.

Empowering Mindset Shifts:

Discussion on the importance of mindset in achieving personal and professional goals.

Melissa’s strategies for helping clients overcome obstacles and empower themselves to create the lifestyle they desire.

Realigning with Dreams:

Insights on how to identify and address the root issues preventing clients from reaching their aspirations.

Encouragement to pursue dreams and create actionable steps toward achieving them.

Join us as Melissa Kirk shares her expertise on aligning passion with purpose and creating a fulfilling life. Whether you’re seeking to improve your career, relationships, or overall wellbeing, Melissa’s insights will inspire you to take meaningful action toward your dreams.

Connect with Melissa:

https://www.melissakirk.com/
https://facebook.com/melissakirkconsulting/
https://instagram.com/melissakirk_/

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purrfectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/aboutfred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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In this episode, we explore the intricate balance between productivity and efficiency, and how to harness both to truly build opportunities and avoid burnout. We dive deep into self-reflection and practical steps to ensure that increased productivity leads to meaningful results rather than just more work.

The Power of Self-Reflection

Before striving to be more productive, ask yourself: Do I really, really want to be more productive? It’s crucial to differentiate between what you think you should want and what you genuinely desire. True productivity starts with understanding your motivations and ensuring that your efforts align with your actual goals.

Balancing Workload and Wellbeing

There’s a fine line between being highly productive and overwhelming yourself. The goal isn’t to simply pile on more work but to find a balance that allows for efficiency without compromising your health. Avoid the trap of becoming the go-to person for every task, which can lead to burnout and diminished wellbeing.

Define What Productivity Means for You

Consider what being more productive will actually achieve. For business owners, it might mean more clients or expanded opportunities. For employees, it could mean better job performance, increased chances of promotion, or enhanced work satisfaction. Clearly defining these outcomes helps focus efforts on meaningful productivity.

Avoid the Pitfalls of Excessive Work

Productivity should not just translate into more work or higher stress. Be wary of scenarios where increased productivity results in additional burdens without real benefits. For instance, being assigned more responsibilities due to high productivity might not always be positive. Ensure that your productivity is creating opportunities rather than just accumulating tasks.

Strategic Job Search Productivity

If you’re job hunting, productivity doesn’t mean sending out as many resumes as possible. Instead, focus on quality over quantity. Research potential employers thoroughly, tailor your applications, and build meaningful connections. Effective productivity in a job search involves targeted efforts that align with your career goals, not just casting a wide net.

Join the conversation! Reflect on your productivity goals and how they align with your true desires. Share your thoughts and experiences with us on how you manage the balance between efficiency and wellbeing.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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In this enlightening episode, we chat with Andrea Fairweather, founder of Fairweather Faces and a trailblazer in the mobile beauty industry. Andrea shares her expertise in color and makeup, revealing how she helps individuals discover their best looks tailored to their unique tones.

The Best Color:

Andrea emphasizes that the best color is the one that complements you, highlighting her passion for creating personalized color combinations.

Career Highlights:

Overview of Andrea's impressive journey in the beauty industry, working across television, music videos, dance, film, and commercials.

Founder of Fairweather Faces, known for providing celebrity makeup brushes used by some of Hollywood's leading ladies.

Celebrity Makeup Artist:

Trusted by numerous celebrities and media icons, Andrea's work is featured on major networks like ASPIRE, Disney, CNN, and Entertainment Tonight.

Insights into her experience and the unique challenges of working in the fast-paced entertainment environment.

Innovative Beauty Solutions:

Introduction to Fairweather Faces’ Patented Color-Coded Beauty™ makeup system, designed to simplify beauty routines for women.

Andrea’s mission to help women overcome the common obstacles of time and money in their beauty regimens.

On Camera Tips:

Practical advice for both men and women on how to look their best when appearing on camera.

Tips on makeup application, color selection, and enhancing natural beauty.

Join us as Andrea Fairweather pulls back the curtain on the world of beauty, sharing her invaluable insights on color, makeup, and looking great on camera. Discover how to elevate your beauty routine and gain confidence in your appearance.

Social Media Handles:

Website: https://www.summitmediacorp.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/val-nicholas-0aa15515/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curtcomedia/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/curtcomedia
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/CurtCoMedia/?_rdc=1&_rdr

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purrfectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/aboutfred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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In this episode, Michael Sherlock shares the emotional journey of navigating the relationship between Fred, a stray cat, and Penelope, her pet, unfolds, highlighting themes of misunderstanding, connection, and the power of hunger.

Failed Capture Attempts:

Michael reflects on the aftermath of a second failed attempt to capture Fred.

Concern grows as Fred shows signs of distress, including a new wound and refusal to eat.

The Revelation:

A surprising encounter reveals that Fred and Penelope are already familiar with each other.

Michael’s assumptions about keeping them separate for safety are challenged.

The Power of the Belly:

Hunger drives Fred to return, seeking food in a new way by approaching the front porch.

The dynamics of food and companionship play a significant role in their relationship.

Shifting Perspectives:

Mama's Viewpoint:

Michael realizes he may have overlooked the bond between Fred and Penelope.

Her initial plans of separation might need to change, leading to new considerations about their relationship.

Fred's Perspective:

Fred expresses her discomfort with the confined spaces of the kennel and hints at her desire for companionship, particularly with Penelope.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purrfectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/aboutfred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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Today, we're exploring the concept of fresh starts and how your first day in a new role can significantly impact your entire career. Whether you're starting a new job or looking to reinvent yourself in your current role, understanding the importance of these initial moments can set the tone for future success. Here are some takeaways from this episode:

Embrace the Fresh Start

Just like the crisp, transformative feeling of autumn signifies a new beginning, your first day at a new job offers a chance for a fresh start. Reflect on how this opportunity can allow you to redefine yourself and approach your role with renewed enthusiasm and possibilities.

The Symbolism of the First Day

Think of your first day in a new job as akin to the first day of school—a chance to reinvent yourself and set a positive tone for the future. The excitement and optimism you feel can translate into a strong first impression and set the stage for a successful career trajectory.

The Impact of First Impressions

While the saying "you only get one chance to make a first impression" can feel limiting, it's also an opportunity to showcase your best self. Recognize that this initial period is crucial for establishing relationships and demonstrating your capabilities. Use it as a platform to present your strengths and enthusiasm.

Continuous Fresh Starts

You don’t have to wait for a new job to experience a fresh start. Each day presents a chance to show up differently or refine how you present yourself. Whether it’s adjusting your approach or embracing new strategies, daily opportunities exist to improve and evolve in your role.

Celebrating Your Uniqueness

Incorporate what makes you special into your daily work life. Celebrate and highlight the qualities that set you apart. Whether it’s through your unique skills, perspectives, or work ethic, ensure that these attributes are visible and contribute positively to your career growth.

Join the conversation! Reflect on your own experiences with fresh starts and first impressions. How have these moments shaped your career, and what strategies have you used to make the most of them?

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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In this episode, we speak with Val Nicholas, a seasoned media professional with nearly 25 years at NBC News and a wealth of experience in creative direction and production. Val emphasizes the critical importance of effective networking and how meaningful connections can open doors to personal and professional success.

The Value of Connections:

Val discusses how networking serves as a resource for advancement and new opportunities.

Insights on building and maintaining meaningful relationships in various professional landscapes.

Career Highlights:

Overview of Val’s impressive career, including 24 Emmy nominations and seven wins.

Current role as SVP/Creative Director at Summit Media Corporation and involvement in multiple projects.

Production Ventures:

Co-Owner of “Eyes on Target Productions,” which has produced the documentary 10 Weeks, now airing on Roku.

Founder of “Second Thought Productions” and Strategy Executive with Curtco, working on the upcoming immersive sci-fi podcast Solar, featuring stars like Helen Hunt and Alan Cumming.

Commitment to Community:

Val serves on the boards of several nonprofit organizations, emphasizing the importance of giving back and supporting critical causes.

Personal Interests:

Discussion of Val’s passions, including music, outdoor athletics, and Tae Kwon Do, in which he holds a black belt.

A glimpse into Val’s life in California with his wife, Anne.

Join us as Val shares his insights on the power of networking and how meaningful connections can shape your career and personal growth. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your network, Val’s advice is invaluable.

Social Media Handles:

Website: https://www.summitmediacorp.com/

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Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purrfectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/aboutfred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
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YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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In this chapter, Michael Sherlock shares her emotional rollercoaster following the first failed attempt to capture Fred, a stray cat. This episode delves into the frustrations, realizations, and strategies as Michael navigates the challenges of building trust with Fred while ensuring Penelope's safety.

Emotional Aftermath of the First Attempt:

Michael struggles with feelings of worthlessness and frustration after the failed capture.

Replay of the incident in her mind, fearing Fred may have been hurt and might not return.

Fred's Unexpected Return:

Fred appears at the back door the next morning, bringing a rush of relief and happiness to Michael.

Michael realizes the importance of remaining calm and adapting her approach.

New Strategies:

After reassessing, Michael orders a larger cage and implements calming probiotics for Fred.

Attempts to make the environment inviting, including using a new fancy cat dish.

Building Trust:

Michael leaves treats in the cage, gradually encouraging Fred to associate it with positive experiences.

He places wet food at the back of the carrying case to coax Fred inside, showcasing a mix of creativity and determination.

Second Capture Attempt:

Michael sets up a more secure kennel with a full metal door, feeling prepared for the next attempt.

Despite her efforts, Fred evades capture yet again, prompting feelings of annoyance rather than despair this time.

Mindset Shift:

Michael writes an open letter to himself, emphasizing the need to view setbacks as learning opportunities.

She recognizes the importance of understanding Fred’s perspective and the realities of her situation.

Advice from Friends:

A friend suggests simply inviting Fred in, but Michael remains focused on ensuring Penelope’s safety first.

Balancing the desire for a quick resolution with the need for patience and understanding becomes a key theme.

Shifting Perspectives:

Mama's Viewpoint:

Michael reflects on her frustrations and the ticking clock as their trip approaches, feeling pressure to capture Fred.

Fred's Perspective:

Fred senses Michael’s stress and remains puzzled by the constant changes on the porch.

He enjoys the food and presence but questions why Michael can’t just relax and let things be.

Michael’s journey reflects the complexities of human-animal relationships, emphasizing the need for patience, empathy, and adaptability. Tune in to see how these dynamics evolve in future chapters.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purrfectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/aboutfred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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Today, we're diving into the challenge of procrastination—understanding its impact on our careers and exploring practical strategies to overcome it. Whether you're a leader, an employee, or just looking to get more organized, this episode is packed with insights to help you manage procrastination and enhance productivity.

Understanding Procrastination

Procrastination isn't just about delaying tasks; it can significantly affect your career. It manifests in various ways and can hinder your progress both as a leader and an employee. The goal is to recognize these patterns and understand how they impact your work life.

The Role of Reflection

Self-reflection is crucial in tackling procrastination. Before diving into solutions, take a moment to reflect on your procrastination habits. Reflecting doesn't mean beating yourself up—it's about understanding what steps to take and when.

Identifying Procrastination Triggers

Common Triggers:

Dislike for Tasks: Tasks you find unpleasant, like dusting or difficult conversations, often lead to procrastination.
Overwhelm: Feeling overwhelmed by a large project can lead to putting off starting it.
Busy Work: Focusing on small, easy tasks instead of tackling bigger, more critical ones.

Actionable Tip: List out tasks you tend to procrastinate on and analyze why you avoid them. Is it because you find them boring, challenging, or because you're simply unsure where to start?

Reflecting on Your Procrastination

Steps to Reflection:

Awareness: Recognize when you're procrastinating and note the context. Are you avoiding a task because it's daunting or because you're distracted?
Questioning: Ask yourself why you're procrastinating. Is it a matter of disliking the task, feeling overwhelmed, or just needing a break?
Objectivity: Look at your procrastination habits without judgment. Understand that everyone procrastinates sometimes, and the goal is to improve, not to criticize.
Strategies to Overcome Procrastination

Step by Step Approach:

Prioritize Tasks: Use a priority matrix to determine what needs immediate attention versus what can wait.
Break Down Projects: Divide larger tasks into smaller, manageable steps to make them less intimidating.
Set Deadlines: Create self-imposed deadlines to encourage timely completion of tasks.
Create a Routine: Establish a daily routine that incorporates regular breaks and focused work periods to enhance productivity.
Embrace Improvement, Not Perfection

Focus on progress rather than perfection. Recognize that overcoming procrastination is a journey, not an overnight change. Celebrate small victories and incremental improvements in your productivity.

How do you deal with procrastination in your work? Share your strategies or experiences with us.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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In this poignant episode, we delve into the harrowing realities of the opioid epidemic through the eyes of Dawn Trout, a mother who has faced the unimaginable loss of a son to addiction. Dawn’s story sheds light on the profound impact of opioid addiction and the urgent need for awareness and understanding.

Understanding the Epidemic:

The opioid crisis has become a national health emergency, affecting nearly 100,000 lives each year.

Dawn reflects on her initial perceptions of addiction and how they changed after her personal experience.

A Mother’s Story:

Dawn shares her journey as a parent of two sons, highlighting the challenges and heartbreak she faced.

Insight into her son's struggles with addiction and the impact on their family dynamics.

The Nature of Addiction:

Discussion on the powerful grip of opioids and the complexities of addiction as a disease.

Dawn emphasizes the importance of understanding addiction beyond stereotypes and stigmas.

Raising Awareness:

The need for open conversations about addiction to combat the silence surrounding it.

Dawn encourages listeners to educate themselves and others about the realities of opioid use and addiction.

Hope and Healing:

Despite the tragedy, Dawn shares her commitment to spreading awareness and helping others through her experience.

Encouragement to find strength in community and resources available for recovery.

Finding Support:

If you or someone you know needs help, call 1-800-662-HELP or visit https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline today.

The importance of seeking help and support for individuals and families dealing with addiction.

Join us as we listen to Dawn’s powerful story and learn how information can be our greatest weapon against the opioid crisis. Together, we can foster understanding, empathy, and action in our communities.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purrfectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/aboutfred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
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In this chapter of Operation Fred, Michael Sherlock recounts her ambitious yet tumultuous attempt to capture Fred, the outdoor cat. This episode dives into the emotional and logistical challenges of trying to bring Fred into a safer environment.

Preparation for Capture:

Michael meticulously sets up for Fred's capture with a cage, calming collars, and a designated space for him.

He reflects on the emotional journey of connecting with Fred, emphasizing the importance of trust and patience.

The Big Day:

On July 17, Michael feels ready to execute the plan, now dubbed Operation Fred.

Despite her preparations, the plan quickly goes awry. Fred, who is too large for the cage, gets startled and escapes, leading to a moment of panic and guilt for Michael.

Lessons Learned:

Michael acknowledges her mistakes: rushing the process and altering the established routine without considering Fred's comfort.

The emotional toll of the situation is palpable, highlighting the bond he has formed with Fred.

A Glimmer of Hope:

After a restless night worrying about Fred's safety, he finds Fred back at the door, providing a much-needed sense of relief.

This leads to a renewed determination to try capturing Fred again, with a focus on doing it right this time.

Fred’s Perspective:

The narrative shifts to Fred's thoughts, revealing his confusion and apprehension about the sudden change in routine.

His instinct to flee from the trap illustrates the challenge of acclimating a once feral cat to a new environment.

Reflections

Patience and Trust: The chapter emphasizes the need for patience when dealing with animals and building trust over time.
Learning from Mistakes: Michael’s experience serves as a reminder that even well-laid plans can go awry, but resilience is key.
Understanding Animal Behavior: Michael sheds light on how animals react to unfamiliar situations and the importance of recognizing their feelings.

Michael's journey with Fred is filled with ups and downs, underscoring the emotional complexity of caring for a pet and the commitment it entails. As he prepares for another attempt to capture Fred, the experience serves as a testament to the bond that can form between humans and animals, even amid challenges.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purrfectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/aboutfred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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In today’s episode, we dive into the uncomfortable yet essential aspects of personal and professional growth. Our conversation focuses on how embracing discomfort can lead to significant advancements and address the phenomenon of quiet quitting. Here are key takeaways from this episode:

Growth Requires Discomfort

Personal and professional development often involves stepping out of your comfort zone. Just like building physical endurance requires challenging workouts that stretch and break down your muscles, growing in your career or personal life involves moments of discomfort. These moments are essential for building resilience and strength.

Avoid the Marathon Trap

Jumping into a significant challenge without proper preparation can be detrimental. For instance, deciding to run a marathon without training can lead to serious consequences. Instead, gradually build your endurance and skills. In your career, don’t overextend yourself but find manageable ways to stretch your capabilities.

Understanding Quiet Quitting

Quiet quitting isn't about leaving a job; it's about doing the bare minimum required. Leaders are often aware of who these quiet quitters are. If you're in a position of quiet quitting, recognize that you are being observed, and your minimal effort is noted. Consider how you can incrementally increase your effort rather than making drastic changes.

Incremental Improvement Over Time

If you're currently putting in 60% effort, challenge yourself to move to 70%, then 80%, and so on. Small, steady increases in effort can lead to significant growth without overwhelming yourself. This approach helps manage discomfort while progressively enhancing your performance.

Confronting Self-Doubt

Self-doubt often stems from not giving your best effort. If you feel like you might get fired or aren’t progressing, it’s crucial to assess whether you're fully committing to your role. Instead of resigning to self-doubt, recognize areas where you can improve and take actionable steps to address them. Growth comes from facing setbacks and pushing through them with a renewed focus.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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Do you have a desire to write a book? Why? Our guest today will definitely want to know WHY you want to write one if she is going to consider taking you on as a client.

Jyotsna Ramachandran is a best-selling author, book publisher, TEDx speaker, and is an international Author Success Coach who has helped more than 400 coaches, trainers, speakers and experts from 35 different countries to build a super-profitable author funnel with the help of their book.

In this interview we discuss the importance of being clear about why you want to write a book, taking the Author’s Pledge, and preparing for the impact it will have you personally and professionally.

Listen in!

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Instagram: http://instagram.com/jyotsna.ramachandran/

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Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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In this episode, we explore the evolving relationship between Michael and Fred, from surprising dinner visits to clever strategies for building trust, we share heartfelt moments and reflections on companionship and love. Join us as we navigate the complexities of welcoming a new family member while balancing the dynamics with Penelope, the existing pet.

First Dinner Surprise: Just days after their first breakfast, Fred surprises Michael by showing up for dinner. The joy and hope this brings, despite it not becoming a regular occurrence.
Building Connection: Michael creatively adjusts their treat tossing game, bringing Fred closer physically and emotionally. The evolution from tossing treats to Fred touching them with his leg marks a significant milestone in their bond.
Penelope's Jealousy: Penelope, Michael’s other pet, begins to show signs of jealousy through minor naughtiness, prompting reflections on attention and affection.
Introducing Jeff: The morning routine now includes Jeff Michael’s husband, adding a humorous element as he navigates around Fred during his morning routine.
Planning for Fred's Future:
Michael's proactive steps towards getting Fred neutered and vaccinated highlight a deepening commitment to his wellbeing.
The checklist approach reveals both excitement and naivety about the challenges of caring for a feral cat.
Naive Expectations: Michael candidly reflects on their initial belief that trapping Fred would be straightforward, revealing a humorous disconnect between their expectations and reality.
Fred's Perspective: A whimsical insight into Fred's thoughts—his desire for food, affection, and understanding of Michael's affection.

Lessons Learned

Connection and Trust: The gradual building of trust between human and feral cat.
Family Dynamics: The complexities of pet relationships and feelings of jealousy.
Expectations vs. Reality: Michael's journey illustrates the gap between planning and the unpredictable nature of pet care.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
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In this episode, Michael Sherlock provides actionable advice on how to identify and overcome obstacles that may be hindering your progress towards your goals. By examining four key areas—time and organization, external factors, support systems, and personal actions—Michael helps listeners gain clarity and make effective changes to achieve their objectives.

Time and Organization:

Assess whether you are dedicating sufficient time and effort to your goals. Ensure your actions are well-organized and purposeful. If you’re not sure, use the early part of the quarter to make adjustments. Effective time management and organization are crucial to achieving success.

Impact of Others:

Determine if others are affecting your ability to reach your goals. Consider whether you rely on others to complete certain tasks or require their buy-in for your success. Evaluate if you’re receiving the necessary support or if there’s a need to address gaps in collaboration or communication.

Support Systems:

Recognize the importance of external support in achieving your objectives. Reflect on whether you have sought advice or assistance from colleagues, mentors, or peers. Consider how reaching out for guidance could benefit your progress and whether fear or hesitation is holding you back.

Personal Actions:

Analyze what actions you are personally taking or not taking that might be hindering your success. This might include selfcare practices like meditation, seeking mentorship, further training, or improving personal organization. Self-reflection and awareness are essential first steps in addressing and overcoming personal barriers.

Quotes:

“Ask yourself, ‘What’s really in my way?’ and evaluate it through the lenses of time, others, support, and personal actions.”

“Self-reflection is the first step toward overcoming obstacles and achieving success.”

Reflect on your current goals and assess these four areas: time and organization, the impact of others, the support you have or need, and your personal actions. Identify any obstacles and make a plan to address them. Share your insights or seek advice if needed to stay on track with your objectives.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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Comedy is a unique form of art that thrives on originality, and today’s guest, Tom Kelly, epitomizes this with his fresh and engaging approach. Tom has a knack for sparking laughter and insight through his stand-up routines, blending humor with a touch of truth that challenges our perspectives.

Tom Kelly is a stand-up comedian renowned for his work as a warm-up comic on shows like Good Morning America, The View, $100,000 Pyramid, and America’s Got Talent. His humor isn’t just about making people laugh; it's about encouraging them to step out of their comfort zones in environments where they might not usually take risks. Known for his sharp wit, Tom balances humor with kindness and self-deprecation, ensuring his comedy resonates deeply with audiences.

Beyond his stand-up career, Tom hosts The Tom Kelly Show podcast, where he explores the intersection of comedy and introspection. His podcast delves into how people have transformed challenges into opportunities, especially following the upheavals of 2020. Tom is also a regular contributor to ABC World News Now and currently works with the Tamron Hall Show. Whether it’s acting, stand-up, warm-up gigs, hosting, or even officiating weddings, Tom’s versatility shines through.

In this episode, Tom shares his personal experiences with COVID-19 and its impact on his craft. He opens up about the journey to recover from its effects and how it has influenced his work.

Tune in to hear Tom’s candid insights and enjoy a dose of laughter and inspiration!

Contacts

https://tomkellyshow.com/

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
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In this episode, we dive into the evolving relationship between Michael and a feral cat named Fred. As Michael shares her journey of fostering trust with Fred, we explore themes of patience, urgency, and the emotional complexity of caring for an animal in need.

New Beginnings: Michael reflects on the significance of July 4, when she and her husbadn Jeff decided to help Fred by trapping him, getting him neutered, and possibly adopting him. Despite Penelope's hesitations, they felt hopeful.
Introduction to Fred: A heartfelt Facebook post captures Fred’s introduction to the world. Michael describes how she gradually earned Fred's trust through regular meals and gentle interactions, highlighting the importance of patience in building relationships.
Challenges of Timing: With an upcoming trip in a month, Michael feels urgency to complete Fred’s care before leaving. This sense of urgency contrasts with the slower pace of building trust with Fred.
Daily Rituals and Bonding: As Fred becomes more comfortable, Michael introduces new comforts, such as catnip and a cozy pillow. Their daily interactions become a cherished ritual, illustrating the joy and frustration of nurturing trust.
Reflections on Urgency and Relationships: Michael contemplates her intense desire for quick progress with Fred and the reality that relationships take time. She shares a personal motto about the mismatch between her sense of urgency and that of others, whether at work or in personal endeavors.

Lessons Learned

Patience is Key: Building trust with any relationship, human or animal, requires time and consistency.
Emotional Investment: Caring for Fred has become a significant emotional commitment, leading to both joy and exhaustion for Michael.
Adaptability: Just as Fred adapts to his new environment, Michael learns to adjust her expectations and approaches.

The journey with Fred is a reminder of the beauty of connection and the challenges of nurturing trust. It encourages listeners to reflect on their own relationships and the patience required to cultivate them.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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In this episode, Michael Sherlock guides listeners through a reflective exercise to clearly define and understand their goals for the upcoming quarter. By examining personal motivations, business benefits, and broader impacts, Michael helps you align your objectives with both personal satisfaction and professional success.

Define Your Goal for the Next Three Months:

Take a moment to clearly articulate what you want to achieve by the end of the quarter. Whether it’s a major milestone or a segment of a larger goal, writing it down and reading it out loud can help solidify your focus.

Reflect on Your Motivations:

Question 1: Why is this goal important to you?

Understand why achieving this goal matters to you personally. Is it tied to career advancement, financial gain, or personal fulfillment? Clearly define the importance of the goal in your context.

Question 2: What is your personal, selfish reason for accomplishing this?

Explore your personal motivations behind the goal. It’s okay to acknowledge personal benefits and desires, such as increased income, recognition, or personal growth. Recognizing these reasons can help you stay motivated.

Identify the Business Benefits:

Question 3: What are the business benefits to achieving this goal?

Determine how your goal aligns with business objectives or contributes to organizational success. Whether it’s improving sales, enhancing company performance, or contributing to a nonprofit’s mission, clarify how achieving this goal impacts the business or organization.

Consider the Altruistic Impact:

Question 4: What is the altruistic or broader benefit of achieving this goal?

Reflect on how your goal contributes to the greater good or benefits others. This could involve improving your industry, helping your community, or making a positive impact on society.

Quotes:

“Be very clear on why you need to accomplish this objective in the next three months. It’s not just about the end goal but the process and purpose behind it.”

“Everyone has a personal, selfish reason for their goals. Acknowledge these reasons—they are valid and can be a powerful source of motivation.”

Take a few minutes to write down your goal for the next quarter. Reflect on the four questions outlined: Why is this goal important to you? What are your personal motivations? What are the business benefits? And how does achieving this goal contribute to the greater good? Use these reflections to guide your actions and stay focused on achieving your objectives.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
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In this episode of the podcast, Michael Sherlock interviews financial expert Eric Brotman, CFP, AEP, CPWA is the CEO of BFG Financial Advisors, who redefines retirement as "graduation." They discuss the evolving landscape of financial literacy and the importance of strategic planning for a fulfilling life beyond traditional work. Brotman shares insights from his journey, including his belief that accessible financial education is crucial, as highlighted in his book, Don't Retire, Graduate.

Throughout the conversation, Brotman emphasizes key wealth-building principles, such as avoiding adverse debt, implementing risk management strategies like life insurance, and the importance of paying oneself first. He also explains the advantages of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) over Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), showcasing how HSAs can serve as effective long-term savings tools.

The duo reflects on personal growth, highlighting the value of diverse perspectives and teamwork in fostering innovation. Brotman advises entrepreneurs on the necessity of self-care and mindfulness to prevent burnout, advocating for work-life integration rather than the elusive balance. Their engaging dialogue combines practical financial tips with personal anecdotes, leaving listeners inspired to take charge of their financial journeys.

Eric’s Books:

Don’t Retire…Graduate! Building a Path to Financial Freedom and Retirement at Any Age https://amzn.to/3jbFUAl

Retire Wealthy: The Tools You Need to Help to Build Lasting Wealth – On Your Own or With Your Financial Advisor https://amzn.to/30fkT0h

Learn More:

Free Resources: www.brotmanmedia.com

Website: http://www.bfgfa.com/

Email: ebrotman@bfgfa.com

Phone: 410-252-4555

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

Retire Wealthy: The Tools You Need to Help Build Lasting Wealth - On Your Own or With Your Financial Advisor

Don't Retire... Graduate!: Building a Path to Financial Freedom and Retirement at Any Age

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In this episode, Michael Sherlock delves into Chapter Four of the Operation Fred series, titled "Mama Turns the Table." Join us as Michael recounts her evolving relationship with Fred, the neighborhood stray cat, and the emotional journey that unfolds as she attempts to win Fred's trust.

Morning Rituals and Evolving Emotions:

Michael eagerly anticipates Fred’s daily breakfast visits, feeling like a kid on Christmas morning. Penelope joins the excitement, signaling Fred's arrival with her meows. Michael’s growing frustration stems from Fred’s apparent lack of reciprocal affection, leading her to anthropomorphize Fred, desiring more than just Fred’s reliance on the food.

Master Plan Unfolds:

On July 4, Michael decides to test Fred's trust by changing the routine. Instead of immediately bringing out Fred's food, Michael prepares a special setup: a cushion, coffee, and treats, placing Fred’s food farther away from the door to force him to come closer. Michael’s goal is to get Fred accustomed to her presence and potentially form a bond.

Fred’s Hesitant Progress:

Fred initially reacts with confusion and caution. As Michael remains calm and patient, Fred gradually overcomes his fear, approaching the food despite the unusual setup. Fred’s hunger drives him to tolerate Michael’s presence, and he eventually begins to eat while Michael sips coffee and moves slowly.

The strategy works—Fred eventually moves closer, cautiously eating while Michael stays still and calm. Michael’s patience pays off as Fred starts to feel more secure, and even begins to relax on the porch.

Building Trust and Bonding:

As Fred becomes more comfortable, he starts to eat more slowly and even relaxes on the porch, demonstrating a newfound trust. Michael engages Fred in a game of tossing treats, further strengthening their connection. Despite mosquitoes and discomfort, Michael persists, deeply moved by the experience and feeling a profound connection with Fred. This moment becomes emotionally significant for Michael, who draws parallels to her previous experiences with handfeeding dolphins in Australia.

Plans for Integration and Internal Conflict:

Michael reflects on the success of the morning and plans to integrate Fred into their home. However, she faces internal conflict, fearing that changes might drive Fred away, reminiscent of past difficulties with her son. Despite Jeff’s reassurances, Michael feels the pressure of ensuring Fred’s safety and wellbeing, given upcoming work trips.

Key Takeaways:

Building trust with a wary animal takes patience, creativity, and consistency.

Emotional connections can form in unexpected ways, deepening our understanding of both ourselves and the animals we interact with.

The experience of caring for an animal can evoke powerful, reflective moments akin to other profound life experiences.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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In this episode, Michael Sherlock delves into the metaphor of navigating through life's challenges by drawing parallels with the frigate birds' ability to fly above hurricanes. Michael reflects on personal experiences, including a recent flight from Antigua to Houston, to explore how we can manage stress and find perspective during turbulent times.

Frigate Birds' Remarkable Ability: Frigate birds can fly for up to a month without eating or sleeping and have an internal radar that allows them to soar above hurricanes. This ability to rise above danger provides a clear view and safer environment, offering valuable lessons for dealing with our own challenges.
Rising Above Challenges: Just like frigate birds fly above storms, finding a higher perspective in our personal and professional lives can help us gain clarity and distance from our problems. This approach allows us to view situations more objectively and make better decisions.
Personal Anecdote: Michael recounts a flight experience from Antigua to Houston where the plane had to navigate through thunderstorms. Despite the initial panic, Michael learns that she can control her reactions and anxiety, even if she cannot control external factors like weather or flight delays.
Managing Stress: In stressful situations, such as turbulent flights or professional challenges, focusing on what we can control—our reactions and mindset—can help us cope better. Recognizing that we have the power to manage our responses can reduce anxiety and improve our overall well-being.
Perspective and Control: Gaining perspective by metaphorically "rising above" our difficulties can help us make more informed decisions. Additionally, controlling our reaction to stress can influence our ability to handle situations more effectively.

Quotes:

“Just like frigate birds rise above hurricanes, we need to find ways to rise above our challenges and view them from a higher perspective.”
“You are in control of your anxiety. You can choose how you react to stress, even if you can’t control the external circumstances.”

Reflect on a current challenge you're facing. How might you gain a higher perspective on the situation? Consider what aspects you can control, especially in terms of your reaction and mindset. Share your experiences or thoughts on finding perspective and managing stress with us.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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In today’s episode, we’re delighted to have Tatiana Tsoir, a distinguished business and finance expert, join us. With a robust career spanning over 18 years, Tatiana has empowered numerous businesses to achieve financial stability and growth through her expertise in tax planning, price psychology, and operational strategy.

Tatiana Tsoir, CPA, MBA, a Certified Life Coach, author, and speaker, delves into the essence of building a successful business. She explains why luck alone isn’t enough and how a solid foundation is essential for long-term success. Early and strategic planning, according to Tatiana, is the key to transforming a business idea into a stable and productive enterprise.

In her signature mastermind program, “Something That’s Yours,” she supports women in learning to color outside of the lines and go after their bold dreams so that they can be their own boss and make money doing what they love.

She has a new project “The Bookkeeper Project”, a mission-driven initiative offering free bookkeeping training to underserved groups including teens, moms, first-generation immigrants, and abuse survivors. By providing these individuals with valuable financial skills, the project aims to foster independence and stability while addressing a critical talent shortage in the accounting industry. The program not only equips participants with fundamental accounting knowledge but also supports the broader industry by creating a pipeline of skilled, motivated professionals. Personal stories and industry challenges highlight the project's impact and the need for support from both individuals and corporate sponsors.

Tatiana is a frequent speaker at conferences, is the author of "Dream Bold, Start Smart: Be Your Own Boss & Make Money Doing What You Love" and host of the podcast Talk to Tatiana in which she has conversations with world experts about their entrepreneurial journey. Tatiana has been featured in Forbes, US News & Report, Business Insider, GoBankingRates, Bankrate, CBS, The List, The Daily CPA, NTD, Thrive Insider, and National Speaker Association.

In this episode, Tatiana talks about the importance of starting a business with the right guidance, and how she helps businesses get their numbers right.

Connect with Tatiana:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatiana-tsoir/
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Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
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Today, we dive into Chapter 3 " titled “May I Have This Dance?” In this chapter, Michael shares the evolving relationship with Fred, the stray cat who turned their daily routine into a dance of patience and persistence.

Initial Encounters and Naming Fred:

Michael shares how Fred, a stray cat, initially appeared on the other side of the glass door, sparking a cautious “dance” of trust. Despite Fred's uncertain gender, the name "Fred" was chosen and stuck. Michael reflects on the significance of naming and how it created a bond.

The cat's unpredictable visits and the challenge of getting Fred to eat were just the start of their unique relationship.

Feeding Challenges and Building Trust:

Michael’s first attempts to feed Fred while she was also on the porch were met with hesitation and quick escapes. Over time, Fred began to trust the presence of Michael, which gradually helped him accept meals and this showed signs of improvement in their relationship.

Michael adapted the feeding strategy to build trust, leaving smaller portions to encourage Fred to stay longer. Fred’s behavior started to change; he began to lounge and groom on the deck, indicating growing comfort.

Emotional Rollercoaster:

The anxiety of missing Fred on some mornings was palpable.

Michael’s relief and joy upon Fred’s return, particularly after he went missing for a few days, highlighted the emotional investment in this evolving relationship.

Health and Integration Plans:

Despite Fred’s growing strength, he continued to avoid drinking from the water bowl, raising concerns about his health and habits.

Michael, with help from TNR (trap neuter return) expert Joyce, planned to capture and care for Fred, aiming to integrate him into their home.

Fred’s Perspective and Future Steps:

From Fred’s viewpoint, the transition from scavenging to receiving regular meals improved his strength and confidence. Michael is now focused on capturing Fred for further care and potentially making him a permanent part of their lives.

The ongoing challenge of balancing the needs of Fred and Penelope, the resident cat.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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In this episode, Michael Sherlock explores the critical difference between goals and systems, and how focusing on the process can lead to sustained success and fulfillment. Here’s a summary of the key points in this podcast:

Focus on Results, Not Just Goals:

Goals are about the results you want to achieve, but it’s the systems—the processes and routines—that lead to those results. Instead of just setting goals, consider what results you genuinely want to accomplish and how you can create effective systems to reach them.

Goals Alone Don't Differentiate Success:

Achieving goals is not what sets winners apart from losers. Everyone from Olympians to job candidates has the same fundamental goals (like winning a gold medal or landing a job). The real difference lies in the systems and processes they use to achieve those goals.

Momentary Changes vs. Lasting Transformation:

Reaching a goal results in a momentary change rather than a lasting transformation. The real impact comes from developing and refining systems that produce results over time. Achieving a goal changes your life momentarily, but sustainable success requires ongoing process improvements.

Fall in Love with the Process:

Instead of focusing solely on the outcome or the end goal, learn to appreciate and enjoy the process. When you are invested in the journey and the systems that drive results, you don’t need to wait for a goal to be achieved to find happiness. The process itself can provide fulfillment and satisfaction.

Replicate What Works:

The key to long-term success is identifying and replicating the systems and processes that work well for you. Instead of chasing after goals for the sake of achieving them, focus on creating repeatable processes that lead to continuous improvement and sustainable results.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to welcome the amazing Haley Walters, also known as Coach Haley, from Orange Theory Fitness in Houston, TX. Haley shares her inspiring journey from the corporate world to the vibrant corridors of fitness and health. Discover how her transition led to a transformative shift in self-perception, thanks in part to the profound impact of Yoga.

Haley delves into her unwavering commitment to fitness, revealing how it's more than just a routine—it’s a lifestyle. She discusses the significance of workout dynamics and the motivation behind personal goals, illustrating how these elements contribute to overall well-being.

At Orange Theory Fitness, the community is more than just a space to work out; it’s a supportive family that celebrates and motivates each member on their path to a healthier life. Tune in to learn about the positive changes and lasting impact Orange Theory Fitness can have on your fitness journey and personal growth.

Don’t miss out on your chance to experience it for yourself—try your first class for free! Sign up here.

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Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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Today, in Chapter Two titled "Princess Penelope Gets a Taste of Her Own Medicine", we dive into a heartfelt story that underscores the golden rule: treat others the way you wish to be treated. This episode features the tale of Penelope, a n amazing cat who teaches us about compassion, understanding, and the joys of adopting a pet.

Cat vs. Dog People:

The episode starts with a reflection on whether people are more inclined to be cat people or dog people. While it's common for people to love both, Michael gives us her own blend and lets us know her personal preference for cats.

The Legacy of Bob:

Before Penelope, there was Bob, a gray kitten with a blend of Russian Blue and Siamese ancestry. Bob’s 18 years of companionship left a significant void when he passed away.

A New Beginning During a Pandemic:

The global pandemic led to unexpected opportunities. A call from a friend involved with a local cat rescue prompted the hosts to foster Penelope, leading to an immediate and heartfelt decision to adopt her by Michae and her husband.

Penelope’s Adjustment:

Penelope’s transition from a life outside to a cozy indoor home was initially smooth. However, her curiosity and previous outdoor experiences led her to explore the neighborhood, much to the chagrin of other local cats.

Penelope’s Neighborhood Antics:

Penelope enjoyed taunting neighborhood cats, especially a particular cat named Sunday. Michael share amusing anecdotes of Penelope’s escapades, including her knack for upsetting other felines with her visits.

Encounter with a New Cat:

The episode takes a poignant turn when a new, scruffy cat shows up at Michael’s new home’s door, looking lost and hungry. Michael and her husbands’ sympathy for this stray cat evokes reflections on their past experiences and Penelope's own behavior.

The Stray Cat’s Perspective:

We hear from Fred’s point of view, revealing his life under a house, his longing for food, and his encounters with Penelope. His narrative adds depth to the understanding of life on the streets and the emotional impact of Penelope’s actions.

A Lesson in Empathy:

The episode wraps up with a reflection on the importance of empathy and understanding, drawing from both Penelope’s experiences and Fred’s perspective.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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In this episode, Michael Sherlock delves into the importance of effective routines and the value of understanding processes, using a personal anecdote about cooking to illustrate her points. Whether you're tackling work tasks, personal projects, or everyday activities, these insights can help you streamline your approach and achieve better results.

Establish Pleasant Routines:

Routines play a significant role in our daily lives, whether they're related to work, rest, or hobbies. Crafting routines that are enjoyable and efficient can enhance productivity and overall well-being. Consistent, pleasant routines help manage expectations and reduce stress.

Understand the Process:

Success often hinges on understanding and mastering the process behind an activity. Michael shares her experience with a Mediterranean cookbook, emphasizing how knowing why a recipe works—based on trial and error—can lead to better outcomes. Applying this mindset to any task helps improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Plan and Prep Ahead:

Effective planning and preparation are key to avoiding frustration and achieving success. Michael’s story about cooking a complex dish highlights the importance of pre-preparing ingredients and organizing steps in advance. This approach can significantly cut down on time and make complex tasks more manageable.

Learn from Experience:

Every experience, whether successful or challenging, offers valuable lessons. Michael’s initial struggle with a recipe turned into a learning opportunity, leading to a more streamlined and enjoyable cooking process. Embrace the learning curve and use it to refine your approach for future success.

Apply Systems and Organization:

Adopting a systematic approach to tasks can greatly enhance your efficiency. Whether it's cooking a dish or managing a project, breaking down the process into organized steps helps achieve a smoother workflow. Systems and organization are essential for replicating success and improving outcomes.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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In this episode, Michael Sherlock explores the true nature of success, emphasizing that it's not just about reaching a single destination, but about the journey, including the small steps and adjustments we make along the way. Using a personal anecdote from a recent catamaran trip, Michael illustrates how repeated missteps can be opportunities for course correction and learning.

Success as a Journey: Success should be viewed as a series of incremental steps and adjustments rather than a single endpoint. It's about continuously navigating and refining our path towards our larger goals.
The Importance of Course Corrections: Just like navigating a boat, success involves making minor corrections and adjustments based on our experiences and observations. The way we handle these adjustments can greatly impact our progress.
Personal Anecdote: Michael shares her experience on a catamaran, where she kept running into a metal life preserver. Despite multiple injuries, she failed to change her approach until she analyzed the situation and realized a more effective path. This story serves as a metaphor for how we sometimes persistently make the same mistakes in our pursuit of success.
Learning from Mistakes: Repeated errors can be opportunities for learning. By stepping back and evaluating our approach, we can make smarter decisions and improve our strategies.
Evaluating Success: It's crucial to periodically assess whether our actions are leading us towards success and to be willing to adjust our methods if necessary. This flexibility helps us avoid unnecessary struggles and achieve our goals more effectively.

Quotes:

“Success is not a destination point; it’s the minor adjustments and course corrections we make along the way.”
“Sometimes we think we’re taking the right steps, but we keep running into obstacles. The key is to stop and ask ourselves why we’re struggling.”

Call to Action:

If this episode resonated with you, consider reflecting on your own path to success. Are there areas where you’re repeatedly encountering obstacles? How might you adjust your approach to better navigate your journey? Share your thoughts with us or take a moment to evaluate your own course corrections.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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In today's episode, Michael Sherlock is joined by her friend Eddie Luisi, a man of impressive talents. Eddie has been the Stage Manager at Good Morning America for nearly 49 years, and he's also an accomplished musician, a dedicated mentor, and genuinely one of the kindest people you'll ever meet. To find out more about Eddie Luisi and his project "Friends in the Spirit 111," check out his Facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsInTheSpirit111.

Now for our Flash-Back with Monika Kelly!

Ever wondered how to make your media pitch stand out in a crowded field? In this episode, we delve into the art of crafting pitches that capture media attention and increase your chances of getting covered.

Monika Kelly, a seasoned media professional, shares her insights on the essential elements of a successful pitch. With a career that spans various radio genres—from urban to country and classic rock—Monika knows exactly what works and what doesn’t. Currently, she’s the On-Air personality and news reporter for KLOVE, a leading Christian radio station, and brings a wealth of experience to the table.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Key strategies for making your pitch stand out
Common pitfalls to avoid
Tips for tailoring your pitch to different media outlets
How Monika’s diverse background has shaped her understanding of effective pitching

Outside of her media career, Monika enjoys sipping homemade lattes, exploring San Francisco, and basking in sunny days. She resides in Northern California with her family.

Tune in to gain valuable insights and tips on presenting a pitch that could make your story the next big feature in your favorite media outlet!

Connect with Monica through her social handles;

Website: https://www.klove.com/djs/monika-kelly
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monika-kelly-3a419647/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/monikakelly?lang=en

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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In this heartfelt episode, Michael Sherlock recounts a poignant and mysterious experience that unfolded shortly after her move from Philadelphia to Houston. The story revolves around the haunting cries of a cat and the unexpected lessons that came from this unsettling encounter.

Key Points:

The First Encounter:

Date & Setting: Mid-April, Michael and his husband are adjusting to their new Houston home.

The Cry: They hear a distressing and mournful sound, which they believe to be a hurt or lost cat.

Search Efforts: Despite thorough searching under their house and around the property, they cannot locate the source of the cry.

Emotional Impact:

Initial Reaction: Michael feels deep frustration and guilt for not being able to help what she assumes might be an injured cat.

Ongoing Cries: The cat’s cries continue sporadically over the following weeks, shifting from an urgent emergency to a sorrowful, almost artistic expression of distress.

The Surprise Revelation:

Encounter with the Cat: On May 1st, Michael sees a beautiful tabby cat on her front porch, which she suspects to be the source of the cries.

Swift Departure: The cat quickly flees as Michael approaches, leaving her amazed by its sudden disappearance.

Reflections and Insights:

Assumptions and Realizations: Michael reflects on the initial assumptions about the cat’s situation and the lessons learned from the ongoing mystery.

Personal Growth: The experience with the cat, which Michael names Fred, brings about significant insights into life, love, and leadership.

Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released in 2025.

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Follow us today to know more about Fred:

Website: https://thefredchronicles.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operation.fred.2024/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/operationfred/

To connect with Michael follow her on:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
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In this episode, Michael Sherlock shares valuable insights on leadership and personal development, drawing from her recent consulting experience. Whether you're a leader looking to improve your team's performance or an individual seeking personal growth, these five tips will help guide your journey.

Embrace Uncomfortable Conversations:

Leadership often requires having tough, frank conversations with team members. Don’t shy away from discussing performance issues or setting clear expectations. Addressing these topics head-on is crucial for fostering growth and accountability.

Recognize and Support Development:

Effective leaders need to actively support their team's development. Identify and nurture the hidden talents of your employees. Regular feedback and constructive criticism can help employees grow and excel in their roles.

Take Ownership of Your Growth:

Both leaders and employees must take responsibility for their own development. If you're in a role where you feel stagnant or unchallenged, it's up to you to seek out new opportunities and push beyond your comfort zone.

Prepare for the Uncomfortable:

Just like Tracy Chapman faced her nerves at the Grammys, personal and professional growth often involves stepping into uncomfortable situations. Whether it's asking for a promotion or pitching a larger funding request, being prepared and facing these challenges is key to making a significant impact.

Reflect and Choose Your Comeback:

Self-reflection is vital for personal growth. Assess your current situation, acknowledge areas for improvement, and make a plan for a comeback. Whether you're seeking a new challenge, a promotion, or expanding your impact in a nonprofit, taking proactive steps will set you up for success.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Enlightened Leader Podcast!

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
- FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
- YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purr-fectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

Curious about what Fred has to share? Dive into Chapter One and Lesson One, now available on our website. Link: https://thefredchronicles.com/about-fred/

Get ready to be whisked away into a world where business smarts meet cat charm!

Learn more: https://thefredchronicles.com/

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At different times in our professional life, believe it or not we are sometimes good, sometimes bad and in some cases very rotten. Sometimes we can even transfer this to our personal lives as well.

Listen in!!

Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://enlightened-workplaceacademy.com/

Join The Enlightened Workplace Here! https://bit.ly/3HcnVHm

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
- FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
- YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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Our guest today is the incredible Haley Walters, better known as Coach Haley, from Orange Theory Fitness in Houston, TX. Haley takes us on a journey from the corporate world’s doors to the corridors of fitness and health, sharing the profound impact it has had on her life. We learn how Yoga helped her shift perception, from what people thought about her, to how she felt about herself.

Haley paints us a picture of her commitment to excellence in the fitness realm, emphasizing that it's not just about a routine; it's a lifestyle. She shares the importance of workout dynamics and the power of personal goals.

The Orange Theory Fitness community is a transformative space that goes beyond workouts. It's a family – your personal cheerleaders who not only share a passion for fitness but also engage and support each other on the journey to healthier lifestyles. Experience firsthand the positive changes that Orange Theory Fitness brings to lives and the lasting impact on both fitness routines and personal well-being. Try your first class for free! https://bit.ly/3S3cZCq

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Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://enlightened-workplaceacademy.com

Join The Enlightened Workplace Here! https://bit.ly/3HcnVHm

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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When you fall out of your usual patterns, do you feel rundown or like you're out of your zone of excellence?

There are moments when having a routine might seem a bit boring, but one thing we often overlook is that when we're juggling various tasks at once without a clear pattern, we end up losing track of things along the way.

In this episode, we're reminded of the importance of having a planning process and why it's crucial for us to have a list of things to check off. We explore the value of maintaining a routine and how it can positively impact our productivity and well-being.

Listen in!!

Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-career-potential-subscription.html

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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When we reflect back to being new in your job/career, you operated differently. In the beginning, you work hard to make a good impression. So why do we tend to change over time?

When we’ve been in a job for a while, we tend to get familiar with our work and have patterns and tendencies that define who we are. What are you known for?

In this episode, we challenge you to truly assess what you are known for, and to identify what might need to be changed.

Listen in!

Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-career-potential-subscription.html

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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Have you ever taken time to ask yourself how your day is unfolding?

Taking time to ask yourself what is going well in your day so far gives you a sense of completion. With the same energy, writing down what isn’t going on so well, shows your awareness of yourself and the tasks that you want to get off your desk.

When you reflect and see the good and the bad of your work so far, what does it accomplish? What do you feel you could do differently if you change the tactics of what didn’t work well in the morning?

In this episode we will show you how a simple Mid-Day Assessment can have a powerful impact on your career.

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We would like to thank Heather Dominick: https://shockyourpotential.com/highly-sensitive-entrepreneurs-heather-dominick/ for the concept of the Mid-Day Assessment.

Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://enlightened-workplaceacademy.com

Join The Enlightened Workplace Here! https://bit.ly/3HcnVHm

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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Are you weighed down by things that happened to you yesterday or today?

We sometimes find ourselves starting the day with the baggage of what happened yesterday. This can take the shape of receiving feedback that throws us off balance, having an argument with a colleague, missing a deadline, or anything that makes us doubt our abilities.

Discover how starting each day afresh is key to how you deliver day to day expectations.

In this episode find out what you prioritize and focus on, how what you focus on tells a story about you, and how it impacts your career.

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Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-career-potential-subscription.html

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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Do you remember about your first interview?

Were you nervous, scared, or anxious, or were you calm and collected?

For most people, interviews tend to be very stressful, whether you are interviewing for a position or interviewing others for the position.

In this episode we discuss how to best prepare for an interview whether as an interviewer or an interviewee and ensure that the process supports your career objectives.

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Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-career-potential-subscription.html

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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Do you really only get one chance to make a first impression?

What job in your past or your present has really excited you? What kind of feelings did you have on the first day?

Excitement? Happiness? Anxiety? Gratitude?

Do you still feel those things?

Over time in a job, we can lose the spark and energy of those first days. We forget what made it all exciting in the first place.

In this episode, rediscover how you can enjoy each day of your career like it’s the first day, all over again.

Listen in!

Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-career-potential-subscription.html

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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What Would One Extra Hour a Day Mean to You?

Would you really get more done if you had one more hour in your day, or do you need to engage in better planning? It’s hard to be productive when you aren’t even sure if you want to be productive, or if you just want to tick off boxes on a to-do list.

What will being more productive actually do for you? Get you more sales? Get you more work? Make your boss happier? Give you opportunities for promotion?

Listen in!

Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-career-potential-subscription.html

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
FB: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelSherlockSpeaks/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shockyourpotential/
YouTube: https://bit.ly/2E1TcA8

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Have you ever reached the end of your workday and realized that you didn't get anything done?

Planning your day is only one part of the solution to time management. Knowing what you need to do, when you need to do it, and holding yourself accountable for results makes all the difference in whether you are seen as a valuable team member.

Is Time in my Workday My Enemy, or My Friend?

Listen in!

Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-career-potential-subscription.html

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

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What do you like about your organization?

Find something that you like about your organization because this will help you better connect with your organization. In finding out how your values are reflected in the company you work in; this will help you have a sense of ownership.

If you find no joy in the work that you do, then you may be hurting the organization. In the long run you may also be hurting your own career path.

Listen in!

Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-career-potential-subscription.html

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

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Have you ever asked; how do I show up?

Mindfulness means real awareness of where you are at every moment of the day and your own reaction to the stimuli of the day. It’s a reflection of how you handle your tasks, how you are contributing to your environment and asking if there is something better.

Stress at work is part of learning and growing but our own awareness of how this affect our output at work is what we need to find out. Am I just there for the pay-check? Can I improve the work environment I am at? Self-reflection is key to develop yourself.

Listen in!

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There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-career-potential-subscription.html

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

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Do you believe in your brand or do you feel like it’s an ideal what if?

Living your statement every day begins by reading your brand statement every morning. Reminding yourself of what your expectations of yourself are, makes you more aware of areas that you are ding great and areas that need to be improved.

Having a brand statement is key to being aware of the adjustments that you need to make in your day to day. Are you ready for living your brand statement?

Listen in!

Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-career-potential-subscription.html

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
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What defines you as a person; personally, or professionally?

Do you ever sit down and ask yourself, what do people say about me when I am in the room. What do they say about me when I am not in the room. Better yet how would I like to be described or talked about.

Write down words that you feel describe you. Do you have the courage and confidence to ask others to describe you. Are these words what you expected?

Having a brand is your identity, what describes you and stands out about you. Are you ready to find out?

Listen in!

Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-career-potential-subscription.html

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
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Am I ready to receive feedback?

As you navigate your career, there are instances receiving feedback makes you uncomfortable. We are never ready to face what that discomfort means to us and most of the time we tend to want to avoid it as much as possible.

Discomfort gives you a glimpse of areas you need to improve. If you are ready to face those discomfort areas, then you find ways to change and improve. Sometimes you can do it on your own but other times you may need to ask for help.

Listen in!

Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-career-potential-subscription.html

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
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Have you lately asked yourself, the reason why you ask or not ask for feedback?

We all need to hear back from our supervisors/ leaders and sometimes it’s hard to hear what they have to say. You may end up asking for feedback in the wrong way. Sometimes we may end up not asking for it because we don’t want to show our weaknesses.

We want transformation, but we never want to change. We sometimes want to receive feedback from our leaders but not in the areas that we know that we are failing.

Listen in!

Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-career-potential-subscription.html

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelasherlock/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelSSpeaks
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
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Have you ever asked yourself; if you are using the Roadmap or Navigation at work?

A roadmap is what you interact with but you never interact with it. Navigation on the other hand give you a direct interaction with the work and you can better understand the task that has been given it you.

Always know there are lots of ways to do the same thing but in order for you to know the challenges that you are to face, you need to interact with the challenges that you are facing. Remember to communicate with your leader and get your ideas rolling. Listen in!

Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-career-potential-subscription.html

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
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Have you ever thought about the give and take with your employer when you need to deliver expectations?

We might always want to get things done as asked by your leader, however without the proper understand of what is expected of you then you may end up delivering different expectations.

Getting things done is very important but getting them done the way you are expected bring in the Wow factor and this is found through dialogue. Ask yourself today, what can I ask that can bring me clarity? Listen in!

Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-career-potential-subscription.html

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
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What is the first thing you do when you get to your desk?

We might pick up right from where we left things the day before. Maybe we just take things as they come. Maybe we don’t really know where to start, so we start with the first thing in front of us.

Getting things done is very important but getting them done in order of importance and urgency is equally important. What can we do to be more effective in our day? Listen in!

Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-career-potential-subscription.html

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
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How many of us have ever looked at our to-do list and said, “I accomplished everything on it”? Or better yet, how many of us even have a to-do list?

It’s very easy to flow with the day, to take it as it comes. Planning, however, ensures that you are doing the right thing at the right time, in the right way. Knowing what you will be doing at certain times of the day, gives you an awareness of;

When you are most effective.
What is the next most important and urgent task in front of you.
How to adjust accordingly, and more.

Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-career-potential-subscription.html

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
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How does procrastination impact us, in the short and the long-term? When we procrastinate, we build up high levels of anxiety, and that anxiety throws us into fight or flight mode. Stay in that mode too long, and you are headed for trouble.

No one wants to procrastinate, yet it happens to us all. So how to we turn procrastination into action?

We take one simple step at a time.

Are you ready to do the one thing?

Are you ready to join our Enlightened Workplace Movement? An Enlightened Workplace is one where we move fully away from the old stereotypes of how work is done. We create something better, where...

There is a foundation of open and honest communication.
Employees and leaders alike value collaboration.
Every person is committed to continual growth and development, both personally and professionally.
Mental health is prioritized as a company asset.
Physical health is of prime importance.
Getting things done takes on all new energy.

Learn more about our Enlightened Workplace Community where we mix real-world skills training with e-coaching, mentorship, and interactive opportunities to take charge of your career.

The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

Learn More: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-career-potential-subscription.html

Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

Follow us today for even more great content to support your career!

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shockyourpotential/
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/SYP_Leadership
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What do you do, when you get stuck? How do you get yourself out of your own head?

Sometimes it’s hard to know where to begin, but when we want to get several things done at the same time, in our hurry, this may end up blocking you more than helping you get things accomplished.

You may start out doing something for all the right reasons but if you are putting off things that need to be done, then there lies the problem. Most of the time we don’t actively, even know that we are procrastinating and when we realize that you are, this is a good time to pause and to self-reflect and ask yourself when do you do it and how do you do it.

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Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

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When we say we want to be successful in our careers, the most important first question to ask is, “What does success me to me?”

Success comes in all forms and shapes, and may mean different things to different people.

Listen in to narrow down what is most important to you.

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The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

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Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

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We all face challenges in our careers but having the mindset to not only navigate these challenges but to see the opportunities hidden in them, moves you from an “either/or” mindset and to “both/and” mindset.

You may have begun in a certain career or maybe gone to school to go into a specific career and now you are feeling that it doesn’t give you the thrill anymore. Do you stay? Do you leave? Where we come from should not define where we are heading. Detours get you out of your comfort zone and into growth space because they are different.

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The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

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Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

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We often grow in times of comfort and ease, but real growth happens when we face difficulties, discomfort, and resistance. These challenges push us to stretch beyond our limits and help us discover the strength and resilience we didn’t know we had.

Growth = Discomfort: Just like the pain that follows a tough workout, work muscles are built by stretching yourself. It won't always be easy or comfortable, but it will make you stand out in a world of quiet quitters.

Quiet quitting doesn't actually refer to quitting a job—it means completing one's minimum work requirements without going above and beyond or bringing work home after hours. If self-doubt is keeping you from stretching yourself, you will very quickly look like everyone else. Everyone else who doesn’t really care. And that will hurt your career in the short, and the long term.

Caring takes extra work, of course, but it also requires that you take action that isn’t always easy or comfortable.

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The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

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Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

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When we ASK something, we often feel vulnerable. And vulnerability brings discomfort and fear. So to protect ourself from discomfort and fear, many of us find ourselves trying to solve all problems ourselves. But without the benefits derived from actually communicating, we can begin to make decisions and take actions that may be far removed from the actual goals. And thus, our fear of communication actually harms us.

Questions Win Over Quiet - Every Time: It is easy to think that asking questions for clarification or admitting that you don't know how to do something may make you look like you can't handle the job. But from a manager's perspective, you could not be more wrong.

Questions not only lead to clarity, they lead to collaboration.

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The Enlightened Workplace Community is changing the way we work, and the way we excel, in the workplace.

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Who Is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time. Michael has been quoted in Yahoo Finance, and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Finally, as the host of the “Shock Your Potential Podcast,” Michael has had the great honor of interviewing more than 500 guests, including some notable names like Joan Lunden, Tom Bergeron, Spencer Christian, and more. Her focus is on creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces.

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To be happy one needs to, not only look at their strengths but also their weaknesses. In today’s episode Michael Sherlock dives into how one needs to look into the positive as well as the negative to shock your own potential.

Michael is recognized as a lead expert in leadership, sales training and customer service. She has over 25 years’ experience and is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals, and businesses unlock their ultimate potential. Before launching her global training company: Shock Your Potential, Michael was the Vice President of Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time.

How you portray yourself and talk about yourself. What do people say about you behind your back when you're not listening? What you want to be known for? What are your weaknesses? What do you feel about yourself?

Michael as she takes us through how self-evaluation affects your output. And how executive presence can impact your brand.

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Shock Your Sales Potential group coaching community, works with sales professionals who are committed to professional development and who want to improve their sales results. Some of these people are naturally comfortable with sales and like to get to and stay at the top, and some are not as comfortable, but have chosen a career in sales and want to be the best they can be.

Through our weekly live coaching session, followed by open Q & A, Shock Your Sales Potential, will guide them through proven strategies that are aligned to their individual personalities and strengths, and as a result of our time together, they achieve sales results with greater ease and more success.

To learn more of the upcoming topics, click the link below: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-sales-potential2.html

Join them every Tuesday from 12 - 1pm Eastern (New York) time, beginning September 13, 2022.

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As a brand, who are you? What do you represent? In today’s episode Michael Sherlock talks about having an executive presence in your brand.

Michael is recognized as a lead expert in leadership, sales training and customer service. She has over 25 years’ experience and is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals, and businesses unlock their ultimate potential. Before launching her global training company: Shock Your Potential, Michael was the Vice President of Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time.

As a brand what do people see when they see you. What do you post in your social media handles? How do you present yourself physically? Michael as she takes us through how self-evaluation affects your output.

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Shock Your Sales Potential group coaching community, works with sales professionals who are committed to professional development and who want to improve their sales results. Some of these people are naturally comfortable with sales and like to get to and stay at the top, and some are not as comfortable, but have chosen a career in sales and want to be the best they can be.

Through our weekly live coaching session, followed by open Q & A, Shock Your Sales Potential, will guide them through proven strategies that are aligned to their individual personalities and strengths, and as a result of our time together, they achieve sales results with greater ease and more success.

To learn more of the upcoming topics, click the link below: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-sales-potential2.html

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Sales and especially lead generation is about the journey and not the destination of the process. In today’s episode, Michael Sherlock dives into the lead generation journey.

Michael is recognized as a lead expert in leadership, sales training and customer service. She has over 25 years’ experience and is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals, and businesses unlock their ultimate potential. Before launching her global training company: Shock Your Potential, Michael was the Vice President of Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time.

Giving practical examples on the walks of life and a glimpse into gardening and the beauty of both sides. Some things may remain the same over a couple of years but some have amazing growth, transformations and dynamics. Depending on the cap you wear, both sides of the coin can be appealing.

In this interview, Michael talks about her diverse experiences in sales and how a step at a time in lead generation will take you further than, living in the future mentality of sales.

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Shock Your Sales Potential group coaching community, works with sales professionals who are committed to professional development and who want to improve their sales results. Some of these people are naturally comfortable with sales and like to get to and stay at the top, and some are not as comfortable, but have chosen a career in sales and want to be the best they can be.

Through our weekly live coaching session, followed by open Q & A, Shock Your Sales Potential, will guide them through proven strategies that are aligned to their individual personalities and strengths, and as a result of our time together, they achieve sales results with greater ease and more success.

To learn more of the upcoming topics, click the link below: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-sales-potential2.html

Join them every Tuesday from 12 - 1pm Eastern (New York) time, beginning September 13, 2022.

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Can we be successful in sales? In today’s episode, Michael Sherlock dives into the sales mentality.

Michael is recognized as a lead expert in leadership, sales training and customer service. She has over 25 years’ experience and is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals, and businesses unlock their ultimate potential. Before launching her global training company: Shock Your Potential, Michael was the Vice President of Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time.

One of the major challenges that salespeople face is failing to ask the right questions. It’s mostly about our product and what we can get out of it and not about creating meaningful relationships that may lead to collaboration. In this short episode she gives helpful advice about the importance of qualifying leads by asking the right questions, and how perception is key when it comes to sales. Michael talks about this and so much more in her book: Sales Mixology: Why the Most Potent Sales and Customer Experiences Follow a Recipe for Success https://amzn.to/2YEpHZm.

In this interview, Michael talks about her diverse experiences in sales and how perception is key when it comes to sales.

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Shock Your Sales Potential group coaching community, works with sales professionals who are committed to professional development and who want to improve their sales results. Some of these people are naturally comfortable with sales and like to get to and stay at the top, and some are not as comfortable, but have chosen a career in sales and want to be the best they can be.

Through our weekly live coaching session, followed by open Q & A, Shock Your Sales Potential, will guide them through proven strategies that are aligned to their individual personalities and strengths, and as a result of our time together, they achieve sales results with greater ease and more success.

To learn more of the upcoming topics, click the link below: https://keap.page/hvz507/shock-your-sales-potential2.html

Join them every Tuesday from 12 - 1pm Eastern (New York) time, beginning September 13, 2022.

For more information email Michael: Michael@shockyourpotential.com

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“Brand is nothing more than the endeavor to humanize a corporate entity.” Bryan Adams

How do you cultivate a powerful employer brand that attracts and retain top talent?

Every company has an employer brand regardless of whether there is deliberate effort towards it or not. This is according to our guest today, Bryan Adams, who also notes that by deliberately building an employer brand to be proud of, a company gets to control and positively change the dialogue surrounding the company, ultimately ensuring higher talent acquisition and retention.

Bryan is the CEO and founder of Ph.Creative, recognized as one of the leading employer brand agencies in the world. Ph. specializes in building world-class employer brand, EVP and talent engagement strategy for companies such as Apple, American Airlines, British Telecom and Virgin.

Bryan is a specialist speaker and a 2x best-selling author of ‘Getting Goosebumps’ (2015) and ‘Give & Get Employer Branding’(2020). He is considered a prominent employer brand thought leader and his creative, unconventional, and even controversial methodologies are said to regularly change the way people think about employer branding and EVP.

In today’s episode, Bryan talks about the importance of employer branding, especially considering the changes that continue to be witnessed in talent pool.

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Books:

Getting Goosebumps: A pragmatic guide to Effective Inbound Marketing and Talent Attraction

Give & Get Employer Branding: Repel the Many and Compel the Few with Impact, Purpose and Belonging

We're specialist employer brand agency, and are calibrated to work with large global brands with complex talent audiences.
It could be argued that people are the only competitive advantage left in business, everything else can be commoditized or automated.
In this day and age, there's a significant correlation between how organizations treat their people and brand sentiment across the board.
We go into organizations, help them define and better articulate their employee experience and shape a reputation as an employer, that's going to help their organization move forward.
We’re yet to go into an organization and not find that thing that makes them unique.
A good employer brand should repel more people than it compels.
Often, the difference between why you join an organization and why you stay is significant, and a lot of the time, that's because the expectations aren't appropriately set right from the outset.
Often when applying for jobs, the percentage of valued applicants and the percentage of valued candidates is usually pretty low, because you have candidates applying for roles that don’t match.
Everybody wins if organizations get confidence to lean into the harsh realities of the roles because it reduces the volume of applicants.
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Organizations that make business decisions every day based on their values and guiding principles are fantastic to work with.
In organizations where employees find purpose and meaning in their work, it bleeds into their social life and who they are as a person.
The secret sauce is finding something that resonates and fits into what already exists.
The best marketing dollars have been invested in telling stories about the people behind the brand, and as a result, we're seeing a shift in power where smart marketing is starting to harness employer brand.
Brand is nothing more than the endeavor to humanize a corporate entity.
The quickest way to find the source of passion and pride in your own career, or inside an organization is to talk about how a team was pushed to solve a problem or a challenge.
By having the conviction to polarize your audience based on what you believe, you clearly communicate who you are and what you believe in, as well as the value gained by identifying with that brand.
Employer brand doesn't have to be sophisticated or expensive, it just needs to be clear and thought through.
Small business owners need to think about employer brand and intentionally design the culture they want because it's much easier to scale something you want than change something that you don't much later down the line.

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Are you a coach or Consultant? Do you want to get premium value clients using speaking, and create a lifestyle of freedom and impact? Then the dial in your destiny challenge is for you.

Over the last seven years, Moira has been learning everything she could about speaking and what it takes to make offers that people take action on fast. Moira invites coaches and consultants to learn how they can use speaking to fill their business with clients and create an amazing lifestyle.

Moira will share with you the exact same strategies that she used to make multiple six figures. There are two ways you can join this challenge as well, not just one. The first one is free, and the second is the VIP experience, and you will be able to walk away from this challenge with strategies that you can start implementing in your business right away.

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“The fusion of the personal and the professional brand is more conducive to business and personal success than the separation of the two.” Shaan Rais

Cultivating a strong personal brand means your customers get to recognize you and associate you with your company in a positive way. This according to our guest today Shaan Rais, who also notes that having a strong personal brand is part of marketing and business development for entrepreneurs.

Leadership Development Expert and Industrial and Organizational Psychologist, Shaan Rais is a Professional Speaker and Branding Strategist with a Master’s Degree in Evidence-Based Coaching and another Master's Degree in Organizational Development and Change.

His passion and purpose are to take the world by storm with his time-tested leadership principles, evidence-based content, and high–voltage presentations. His challenging keynotes continue to motivate leaders to take ownership of their own development and revolutionize their persona in the organization, and outside in their personal lives. Through a significant social media presence, record-breaking online course, and Leadership Leverage Executive Coaching Community of Professional Entrepreneurs Shaan Rais has begun to Change the Face of Leadership and Business!

As CEO of his leadership development consulting firm, OmniSolutions Consultation, LLC, Shaan Rais is positioned to streamline the ascent of the accomplished organizational professional to success, help to strengthen and build teams, and assist in the personal and professional development of leaders, key executives, and strategic partnerships.

In today’s episode, Shaan talks about the cornerstones of leadership and personal branding, and the importance of being authentic when dealing with people as a business person.

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Books:

The Phenomenal Leader: Learn 31 Styles of Leadership in 31 Days

The 7 Prerequisites to Success: Pathways to Paramount Performance

In my youth, it was embedded in me to give back and to help people, strengthen their resilience and build people.
I chose leadership development and to reach back and help people because I understand a human and heart centered perspective when it comes to leadership and developing individuals.
The development of individuals evolved for me into the development of organizations and professionals.
Everybody is creating a brand all the time and that is exemplified by what they do every single day.
Because your life and every response that you get from people in the world is a result and a reaction or response to your personal brand, or lack thereof.
Self-awareness, self-regulation, emotional intelligence, and authenticity, are the four cornerstones of leadership development and personal branding.
I teach people to create their ideal life and then create the ideal business around that.
We use a framework called CSA that is an acronym for Clarify, Simplifying and Amplify.
If you want things to change, you have to change some things about you, and the way the world looks at you changes.
The entire world has changed, and if we don't change ourselves, then we can't keep up.
I teach that strategy happens above the shoulders, and tactics take place below the shoulders.
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You have to bring your whole self to any situation and be authentic, because when you're being authentic with yourself, all ships rise when the tides come in.
We live right now in a dynamic that is ever shifting and evolving from one that was brick and mortar to click an order, as well as from on location to remote.
Remote leadership and remote work has uncovered that people actually work better outside of a compliance setting.
The fusion of the personal and the professional brand is more conducive to business and personal success than the separation of the two.
The key to open the door to massive impact and meaningfulness and world change is the personal brand being heart centered and human.
Authenticity marketing is the best way to get your message out there, because if you can't come to grips with your own self, then no one else will be able to come to grips with you.

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Thank you to our August Sponsor: Dial in Your Destiny Challenge or Moira Ní Ghallachóir

Are you a coach or Consultant? Do you want to get premium value clients using speaking, and create a lifestyle of freedom and impact? Then the dial in your destiny challenge is for you.

Over the last seven years, Moira has been learning everything she could about speaking and what it takes to make offers that people take action on fast. Moira invites coaches and consultants to learn how they can use speaking to fill their business with clients and create an amazing lifestyle, in the dial in your destiny challenge.

Moira will share with you the exact same strategies that she used to make multiple six figures. There are two ways you can join this challenge as well, not just one. The first one is free, and the second is the VIP experience, and you will be able to walk away from this challenge with strategies that you can start implementing in your business right away.

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“If you build something that people want, you're going to get paid for it.” Jeremy Parker

There is no straight path to success, especially not in entrepreneurship. And as he navigated through the entrepreneurial path, Jeremy Parker discovered something else of importance— that success follows action which is focused on bringing value to people.

Jeremy is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and serial entrepreneur. He is the Co-founder and CEO of Swag.com (Acquired by Custom Ink, Nov 2021). Swag.com is the best place for companies to buy and distribute quality promotional products that you'll actually want to keep. They work with 5,000+ companies including Facebook, Google, Amazon, Apple, Netflix, Spotify and Tik Tok. Swag.com was listed as the #218 on the Inc 500 (2020) and #368 (2021) - fastest-growing private companies. Jeremy was also named by CrainsNY as one of the 40Under40

In today’s episode, Jeremy talks about his journey in entrepreneurship, and why it is important to embrace failure as a part of the entrepreneurial journey.

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https://swag.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyianparker/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/swag.com/

I went to Boston University, and became a documentary filmmaker, and I thought that that might be my passion.
I was always fascinated and interested in business, and started a T Shirt Company which helped me learn all the different aspects of business through that.
When the recession hit, we lost our customers because they had to close up shop, and I ended up writing an article to Mark Cuban that was shred on his blog for inspiration.
I met the CEO of NV sport, we became friends and we hit it off, and ultimately ended up starting a business underneath in the sport umbrella called Vote For Art.
I was always so interested in the promotional product space still, and realized that the industry was only getting bigger.
We went ahead and built the right platform for today's buyer who are millennials, understood the customer and made it the right experience for them.
We have sold over 30 million this year, and are on track to over 60 million, doing over 100% growth since we launched.
We're just really trying to help companies make the experience of buying quality swag, and then allowing them to actually distribute the swag to all customers.
We hold the inventory for them, manage it and give them the experience to connect.
I started swag because I had this love of promotional products from my early career, plus this new knowledge of how to build something in the right way that I thought was sustainable.
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I am motivated internally to build things, and I think if you do a really good job of giving value to your customers, you'll ultimately get there.
If you build something that people want, you're going to get paid for it.
When the pandemic hit, we put all of our attention to building up the most robust platform for individualized distribution which allowed us to not only survive but to thrive.
As an entrepreneur, you have to be okay with failure because that's a constant when you're building a business.
When somebody doesn't want to work with you, it is a stepping point and a way for you to get better.
When I thought of swag and I started the business, it was all about offering stuff that people actually wanted to keep.
It's powerful when you get someone picks up a high quality product that has your logo in it, and have them get those impressions every single day.
A lot entrepreneurs starting off have a vision which makes them obsessed with the details of the product, and get the fear of launching it because it's not perfect.
With swag, I didn't build anything until I really understood the customer, why they're buying, why we were different and how we positioned ourselves.
We then started building the right platform and it made it such a better experience because we were focusing on the right buyer and we had the right solution for them.

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“You have to be brave enough to walk away when it's not right, and to also tell clients when it's not right for them.” April Martini

Cultivating honest and meaningful relationships in business is something that our guest today takes seriously. In her line of work, April Martini has seen the benefits of networking and what it means for the success of any business, and believes that for a relationship to have meaning, it has to be intentional and respectful.

April spent the first 15 years of her career exploring all the ins and outs of agency life. A firm believer that learning never stops and that experience is what equips us to face life’s many challenges, April built her broad and varied career accordingly. With a design and MBA foundation, followed by years at agencies focused on everything including branding, design, CPG, advertising and production, April spent her days doing much more than the work. She knows how to deal with tension, manage people and personalities, and how to choose the right work for the right clients, which is what really matters in business.

She brings her expertise to help others do it even better, especially when it comes to building new capabilities and the teams to support them. April believes that intentional and quality networking is fundamental to success in business, because building and maintaining strong relationships is what opens doors and moves businesses forward.

In this episode, April talks about how her company helps businesses get ahead through marketing and branding.

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Media Handles

https://www.forthright-people.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/april-martini-3197644/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/forthright-people/

https://www.instagram.com/forthrightpeople/?igshid=YzAyZWRlMzg%3D

https://www.facebook.com/forthrightpeople.marketingagency/

Podcast Link: https://www.forthright-people.com/podcast

Throughout my career, I learned early on never to burn a bridge.
My initial model was born out of the desire to focus on what was meaningful to the client's business, and give them the best of the best when it came to talent.
At Forthright people, it is about making sure that we take care of our clients, and building respectful relationships.
With regards to intentionality, I always encourage people to go tap for the next thing.
We have clients that we're supporting to build whatever marketing function that they are in need of.
We also have the training piece where we do a combination of support and training as well as doing the traditional marketing agency work for the business.
Our very first conversation with clients revolves around peeling back the layers to understand where they are and their why.
We have seen too many businesses struggle by just doing the marketing things, instead of really finding partners that can help them achieve goals through marketing as a support function.
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Initial conversations help us get to know the fundamentals of who they are and where they're coming from, as well as ascertain whether or not they're ready for the opportunity.
You have to be brave enough to walk away when it's not right, or to tell clients that it's not right for them at this point in time.
We work with clients to educate them and help them understand their business, as well as bring them out of the weeds of their business, so that they can see the bigger horizon.
Always take your vacation and take time for yourself.

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Thank you to our August Sponsor: Dial in Your Destiny Challenge or Moira Ní Ghallachóir

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Moira will share with you the exact same strategies that she used to make multiple six figures. There are two ways you can join this challenge as well, not just one. The first one is free, and the second is the VIP experience, and you will be able to walk away from this challenge with strategies that you can start implementing in your business right away.

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“Brand love, in essence is all about creating those emotional connections that transcend your basic product offering.” Anne Candido

Until the world is run by robots, there will always be a person on the other side of the sale. Which means a brand’s ability to transform life in order to create an authentic relationship that they alone own will continue to be paramount for growth. This, according to our guest today, Anne Candido, is Brand-Love, and it helps companies create tangible value that makes customers stick with them.

Anne grew up at P&G - but don’t let that fool you - her path was anything but traditional. She spent her first decade in R&D and Product Development and her second in Brand Marketing and Communications. Through this, Anne learned (sometimes the hard way) the imperative role brand building plays to cultivate successful individuals and businesses.

Anne’s mission is to help all businesses and the individuals within them realize their Brand-Love potential. Because it doesn’t matter the size of your business, how long you have been around, the number of people you have or the amount of money you make, forming Brand-Love connections is possible and should be a focus at EVERY STEP on the business journey. It is how commodities become brands and brands become franchises.

Media Handles

https://www.forthright-people.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-candido-5156929/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/forthright-people/

https://www.instagram.com/forthrightpeople/?igshid=YzAyZWRlMzg%3D

https://www.facebook.com/forthrightpeople.marketingagency/

Podcast Link: https://www.forthright-people.com/podcast

Book: The Super- Highway of Relevancy: Getting More People to Choose Your Brand, More Often, Indefinitely

As I progressed through my career, I decided I wanted to get close to the decision making process, which led me into brand communications and marketing.
I got my education on branding and marketing through a lot of experience and understanding how everything works.
The idea of brand love is a fundamental way to really grow brands.
You have to build an emotional connection to your brand in different ways, in order to continue to grow your brand.
What we now do as part of forthright people, is to help small and medium sized businesses understand what their potential is in order to scale and grow their business and brands.
Branding and marketing is about consistency and a philosophy which is about putting brand first, thinking about your business from a standpoint of it being a tangible thing.
When your brand has life, it starts to take on these emotional connections with people and helps it to mean something to people beyond just the thing that you're selling.
The thing that you're actually selling is an emotional connection that people are going to take away from the experience that they're having either through your product, service or through you.
We see our personal brand in three different ways which include your characteristics, your appearance, and your behaviors and actions.
Making that switch of cultivating your personal brand outside your corporate environment, is the biggest transition you're going to have to make as an entrepreneur.
You have to put yourself in the perception and mindset of other people that are going to be a potential targets and start to re-calibrate based on that.
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Brand love, in essence is all about creating those emotional connections that transcend your basic product offering.
It's those emotional connections that create that tangible value, which without it, you're basically just a commodity competing on price.
A brand answers three questions including; who am I? how am I different? and why do you want me?
What we really appreciate about human interaction and human relationship, and what we believe is fundamentally needed in marketing and branding is the truth.
Our whole way, our brand character, the way that we behave, and the way that we interact with others is to always be forthright, but respectful.
A lot of times we develop the product that we want, and then try to make it fit somewhere versus thinking about it from the lens of who we actually want to like us.
Embrace the fact that your stories and your personal brand are unique.

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Thank you to our August Sponsor: Dial in Your Destiny Challenge or Moira Ní Ghallachóir

Are you a coach or Consultant? Do you want to get premium value clients using speaking, and create a lifestyle of freedom and impact? Then the Dial In Your Destiny Challenge is for you.

Over the last seven years, Moira has been learning everything she could about speaking and what it takes to make offers that people take action on fast. Moira invites coaches and consultants to learn how they can use speaking to fill their business with clients and create an amazing lifestyle.

Moira will share with you the exact same strategies that she used to make multiple six figures. There are two ways you can join this challenge as well, not just one. The first one is free, and the second is the VIP experience, and you will be able to walk away from this challenge with strategies that you can start implementing in your business right away.

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“Marketing and branding isn't magic, but a great brand is magnetic.” Pete Sena

In this era of technology, business continue to look for ways to draw on rich customer insights in order to enhance their products and services. Similarly, the business environment continues to become more competitive pushing businesses to find ways in which they can remain sustainable and thrive. Pete sena helps businesses translate their marketing plans into action, and highlights the importance of data when planning for marketing.

Pete is a design-led entrepreneur who loves to partner with future-forward founders, entrepreneurs, and business leaders to unlock new possibilities and growth. Pete co-founded Digital Surgeons, a forward-obsessed brand experience consultancy. He is a dedicated collaborator who uses creativity to mix visual branding, storytelling, and user experience to deliver results-driven, future-forward growth marketing.

By combining the unique power of human creativity and curiosity with leading-edge analytics and technology, Pete empowers fellow founders and forward-thinking business leaders to uncover transformative possibilities, paving the way to unconventional paths to growth. For nearly 20 years, Pete has built and led cross-functional teams that have delivered a number of successful multi-channel programs and activations, ranging in scale from venture-backed startups to Fortune 50 organizations.

In today’s episode, Pete talks about marketing and why it is important for businesses to understand how they can tell their story to customers.

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Media Handles

pete@digitalsurgeons.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/petersena/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/digital-surgeons-llc/

https://twitter.com/petesena

https://www.instagram.com/digitalsurgeons/?hl=en

https://www.youtube.com/c/petersena

Podcast Link: https://lp.digitalsurgeons.com/forwardobsessed/

We are a demand design consultancy and we help businesses design growth.
Through branding perspective or messaging, we help clients with tactics like websites and different marketing channels that help their businesses to thrive.
One big thing that all of our most successful clients have in common is their ability to listen and take on and try new things.
We only want to work with companies that we can help to demonstrate the ROI, because we're not in the business of just making things pretty.
Data is important, and is not just necessarily looking at spreadsheets and analytics data, but qualitative as well.
We came up with this framework that we call the Four Green Lights, which are team satisfaction, customer satisfaction, driving business impact and profit.
Since we're in the people business, the talent that we're able to attract and retain is ultimately what enables us to do the best work for our clients.
I really believe that a lot of companies don't measure success the right way.
One of the first things we do when we come in is we understand how you know when you're successful.
If you're not clear with your organization about what you stand for, and what you're trying to deliver against, it's really easy to have competing commitments.
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The first thing that I always like to make sure that the leadership of my clients understand is what makes them different, and what makes them better.
When the leadership can say what makes them different and better, and then their customers say the same thing, then the overlap of that Venn diagram is where the magic happens.
The greatest way to do that is to understand how to tell your story.
Marketing and branding isn't magic, but a great brand is magnetic.

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Thank you to our August Sponsor: Dial in Your Destiny Challenge or Moira Ní Ghallachóir

Are you a coach or consultant? Do you want to get premium value clients using speaking, and create a lifestyle of freedom and impact? Then the Dial in Your Destiny Challenge is for you.

Over the last seven years, Moira has been learning everything she could about speaking and what it takes to make offers that people take action on fast. Moira invites coaches and consultants to learn how they can use speaking to fill their business with clients and create an amazing lifestyle.

Moira will share with you the exact same strategies that she used to make multiple six figures. There are two ways you can join this challenge as well, not just one. The first one is free, and the second is the VIP experience, and you will be able to walk away from this challenge with strategies that you can start implementing in your business right away.

To sign up, click this link: https://www.speakmoremakemorechallenge.com/registration

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“Find something that you're excited about and take action.” Chris Pistorius

Every business regardless of the industry it operates, needs good marketing in order to thrive and remain sustainable. Chris Pistorius has been helping businesses promote their businesses using online marketing, and says that it is important for businesses to understand their target audience before going out to do marketing.

Chris Pistorius is the founder of KickStart Dental Marketing. While Chris specializes in dental marketing, other medical professionals, marketers, entrepreneurs, and businesses can learn from his digital marketing experience of over 15 years. Chris has worked with countless local business owners in all industries across multiple facets of marketing, consulting, and coaching. Chris has been able to build his local digital marketing agency into one of the top marketing agencies in the country, as listed on UpCity, SEO For Growth, DesignRush, Expertise & AgencyVista.

He shares his expertise by giving marketing seminars across the country and hosting a weekly marketing podcast. Before starting his marketing agency in 2009, Chris worked for online marketing giants AOL, Time Warner, Dex & MapQuest. He holds several online marketing certifications and is trained by Google on how businesses can get the most out of their marketing efforts. He’s also the author of “The Ultimate Guide to Internet Marketing for Dentists.”

Chris resides in the Denver, CO area with his wife Michele, and two kids, Kaitlyn & Brody.

In today’s episode, Chris talks about his business and how he helps his clients with their online marketing. He also talks about his book and his motivation behind putting the book out.

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Social Media Handles

www.kickstartdental.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/pistorius/

https://twitter.com/KickStartDental

https://www.facebook.com/kickstartdentalmarketing

Book: The Ultimate Guide to Internet Marketing for Dentists: All You Need to Know to Effectively Market Your Dental Practice Online.

Internet marketing has stabilized over the years, but the problem now is that there's so many choices especially for local marketing, which creates such a complex marketing environment.
I started my company to try and untangle the web for local businesses, and help them understand how to promote their businesses using online marketing.
I started way back and learned a lot about what to do what not to do, and then created a company that I've owned now for 13 years, that helps dentists figure out the best way to promote their practices.
When I started the agency, at first we took on anybody that would pay us, but we later found out that it's hard to effectively market businesses that we don’t know about.
We narrowed down our focus to market for dentists and this has really helped us and quite frankly, our clients.
The first two things that you have to do to capitalize your market place, no matter what kind of business you are in, is to first identify your new customer avatar and put it on paper.
You also need to identify your unique selling proposition and what makes you different from your competition.
When you have those two things, that's when you can identify the mediums or what advertising platforms are going to work best based on who you are trying to attract.
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I felt that if I wrote a book about what I was doing, it would help make me a market expert about it.
Once I got to writing it, I realized that it was going to help a lot of people in business that were struggling and that needed a little push in the right direction.
I found that when you write a book, you have to do a lot of research, and in that process, I learned a lot of new things.
We get a lot of questions from our clients around time, fear of the unknown and money.
There are a lot of people that want the information, get excited about it, and then don't really do anything with it.
Find something that you're excited about and take action. It's okay to fail, just fail fast, learn from it and move on.

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“Sometimes something tragic can shake us all up and shock our potential to see what we're capable of.” Betsy Cerulo

Regardless of what you have gone through professionally or personally, there is always another opportunity to shake off the dust and get back on the path that leads to success. Betsy Cerulo has been guiding people to overcome adversities and believes that, it is the action that we take that leads us to the quality of life that we seek.

In 1990, Betsy Cerulo founded AdNet/AccountNet, Inc., a Baltimore based company with a powerful mission of being “Advocates for Workplace Excellence & Equality”. AdNet is a Professional Staffing & Executive Search firm focused on providing exemplary Human Capital Management services to government and corporate clients throughout the United States. AdNet places subject matter experts with Accounting/Finance, Human Resources and Legal expertise.

Since 2011, AdNet excels at identifying and managing teams of individuals who provide Equal Employment Opportunity Compliance Services, as well as Reasonable Accommodation assistants who handle administrative tasks for government and corporate employees who are blind or deaf. The company is 8a, LGBTE and WBE certified.

Betsy is the Co-Founder and Past President of the Maryland LGBT Chamber of Commerce, which successfully launched in 2017 and was awarded Rising Star Chamber in 2018 by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce. In 2021, Betsy and eight community leaders founded the Maryland LGBT Foundation, which is a 501c3/non-profit entity, working in partnership with the Maryland LGBT Chamber. Betsy serves as the Board President. The Foundation generates resources and works to activate, educate and mobilize the LGBTQ+ community to access opportunity and wealth generation. She also serves on the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce certification committee, which verifies that eligible businesses are majority owned by LGBT individuals. This certified LGBT Business Enterprise designation allows businesses to better compete for corporate contracts.

Betsy is a member of the Women’s President’s Organization, which is a global peer advisory group for female CEO’s. Betsy is a passionate activist pushing for equity and equal rights for women and all diverse groups. Betsy is the author of Shake It Off Leadership-Achieving Success Through the Eyes of our Labels and a children’s book, Miss Crabapple and Her Magical Violin, which tells a story of how the quietest child in a group can light up dreams when we ask questions. She is also a contributing author of two compilations Women Living Consciously and Keys to Conscious Business Growth.

In today’s episode, Betsy talks about how she helps people bring out the best in them and showcase their potential during interviews. She also talks about her books and the motivation behind writing them.

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Social Media Handles

www.betsycerulo.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/betsycerulo/

https://www.instagram.com/betsy_cerulo/

https://www.facebook.com/bcerulo

Books:

Shake It Off Leadership-Achieving Success Through the Eyes of our Labels

Miss Crabapple and Her Magical Violin

A lot of times when we're working with people and with companies to identify talent, we interview people in a way that's helping them bring out the best in them.
We're all taking a deeper dive into what work looks like, and discovering that we can do business differently.
There are ways that people can ask the probing questions that may not put somebody on the defensive.
It takes confidence to ask questions because if you have someone that's afraid, no matter what the venue is, they're still going to be afraid to ask some questions.
With the way the workplace is, we have to take some more risks as leaders.
It takes years and a lot of work to develop a great company culture.
It is important to handle problems as they arise otherwise they will explode.
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There needed to be more books written by women on leadership on the shelves, whatever shelf it is.
If this world is going to change, we have to give the up and coming generations the roadmap.
The world is setting itself up where the younger generations are actually at the forefront making change.
By writing this book, I wanted to share my journey and let people learn from my mistakes.
I also wanted to teach people that when they are looking for their coaches or mentors, not everyone's a good fit.
From the very beginning of my professional life, I had amazing men and women who guided me to my success.
With Covid-19 pandemic, there was an increased level of focus again with being remote and it expanded a lot of possibilities for us.
Sometimes something tragic can shake us all up and shock our potential to see what we're capable of.
Miss Crab Apples came out of a Saturday night story to my granddaughter when she was six years old.
I love to write for children because when you do that you just get to be in that incredible imagination game which is a great place to be.
By putting more books like that out there, our grandkids get to have a chance to see what a good conversation is.
Shake it off, be good to yourself, pat yourself on the back, and never ever give up.

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“The potential for creating novel brilliant solutions is not going to be found at one ivory tower or the other but in the middle, and we have to destigmatize what it looks like to be in the middle.” Annette Simmons

Working with each other, rather than against each other, is what the world needs especially in times of conflict. While competition is inherently human, it can as well be divisive and cause people to pull towards different directions instead of working towards achieving a common goal. Annette Simmons is passionate about having collaborative narratives, and believes that storytelling is a tool that can enable people to see the bigger picture.

Annette Simmons is a successful consultant and author of five books including her most recent, Drinking From a Different Well: How Women’s Stories Change What Power Means in Action

(2021)

Simmons’ solo career started in 1997 with the success of her first book Territorial Games: Understanding and Ending Turf Wars at Work (AMACOM, 1997) a deep examination of the micro-behaviors that discourage truth telling, information sharing and resource re-allocation. As a follow up Annette developed a facilitation guide called, A Safe Place for Dangerous Truths:Using Dialogue to Overcome Fear and Distrust at Work (AMACOM, 1998), full of tips for sharing truth in a safe way as well as principles and tools to shift the “truth telling” norms for one-on-one conversations and meetings. Her book about storytelling, The Story Factor (Basic Books, 3rd ed. 2019) introduced the business use of storytelling and was named one of The 100 Best Business Books of All Time (Penguin, 2009). She followed it with a workbook designed to develop a reader's “six stories” titled Whoever Tells the Best Story Wins: How to Use Your Own Stories to Communicate with Power and Impact (AMACOM, 2nd ed. 2015)

She started out with a marketing degree from Louisiana State University (1983) and a move to Australia that provided ten years of international business experience with Ericsson and J. Walter Thompson. Annette returned to the USA to earn a Masters Degree in social psychology and adult education at North Carolina State University in 1994.

Annette has been featured on CNBC’s Power Lunch, NPR’s Market Watch, talk radio programs, quoted in Fortune, Working Woman, Harvard Business Review, The Chicago Tribune, Washington Post, and dozens of other respected publications. In addition to English her books have been published in Spanish, Portuguese, Turkish, Chinese, Taiwanese, Japanese, Korean, Swedish, Norwegian, German and Russian.

In today’s episode, Annette talks about the power of storytelling, and why it is important to have collaborative narratives when looking for solutions to shared problems.

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Books by Annette;

Drinking From a Different Well: How Women’s Stories Change What Power Means in Action
Territorial Games: Understanding and Ending Turf Wars at Work
A Safe Place for Dangerous Truths:Using Dialogue to Overcome Fear and Distrust at Work
Whoever Tells the Best Story Wins: How to Use Your Own Stories to Communicate with Power and Impact

Social Media Handles

https://annettesimmons.com/

https://differentwell.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/annettesimmonsstory/

https://twitter.com/thestoryfactor?lang=en

https://www.facebook.com/Annette.Simmons.StoryFactor

At an early age, I read books that started me on this lifelong quest of believing that if you just work hard enough, you can figure it out.
I facilitated this form of dialogue, and then eventually realized that storytelling was the magic tool to help someone to see a situation through another's eyes.
When we're trying to maximize our potential, we need to be able to combine somebody else's narrative with our narrative into a bigger picture that includes us both.
If we don't learn how to tell our story, and take someone on a little field trip about what we've seen, they can't see it.
I help people learn how to create collaborative narratives, and work together and find opportunities that they just can't see when they're in silos.
As long as people are arguing from these polar opposites, they are wasting the time that they could be creating solutions.
The potential for creating novel brilliant solutions is not going to be found at one ivory tower or the other but in the middle, and we have to destigmatize what it looks like to be in the middle.
We've optimized this idea that you can solve metrically, and therefore have scored badly in solving the things that just can't be measured.
Creating potential is almost always a function of building collaborative relationships with other people.
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The first four books that I wrote were really kind of power with strategies instead of power over strategies.
One of the things that I'm finding is that people with the collaborative narrative don't just want to win, but they want to protect.
One of the problems with a strictly competitive is that it makes us think that harm is just the cost of doing business.
This particular book takes you through the stories that women tell that men don't, and takes you through the idea that moral wins actually undercut competitive wins.
We need to do is we need to re-define harm avoidance, as something other than risk avoidance.
We've got to learn how to redesign the way we keep track of who we are, and how successful we are, and women have a talent for it.
It is time to redesign what power means in terms of the logistical design of systems so that women will be more attracted to these top jobs.
Companies are going to have to provide the opportunity to do good as well as to do well, if they're going to attract women.
My hope for this new book is I want women to not feel like they have to suck up to the guys in charge, but to feel like they have an opportunity to educate the guys in charge.
Women have to start believing that they can see things that are invisible from a competitive narrative.
Start trusting yourself, and start taking people on a field trip about what you know is true.

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com

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“There are many things you can do and it is your job to identify what they are, and how you would pursue them.” Mark Shaiken

Regardless of the profession, people have their own unique stories to put out into the world. When embraced and done rightly, writing can be a powerful tool that any person can use to tell their story. Mark Shaiken shifted his career to become an author and it all started with identifying the things that he could do that brought meaning to his life, and pursuing them.

Mark Shaiken is the author of the legal thriller (print and audio book), "Fresh Start." He's also written "And . . . Just Like That – Essays on a Life Before, During and After the Law" and “Automatic Stay (3J Mystery),” a legal thriller as well. He's an Indie Author learning the ways of publishing and self-marketing and regularly shares tips and mistakes to avoid as an author.

In today’s episode, Mark talks about his journey being an attorney and how he transitioned into being an author. He also gives a sneak peek into his book series and what is to come.

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Books:

Automatic Stay (3J Mystery)
Fresh Start (3J Mystery)
.. Just Like That: Essays on a Life Before, During and After The Law

Social Media Handles

markshaikenauthor.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/markshaikenauthor/

https://twitter.com/MarkShaiken

While in law school I worked as a clerk for a local bankruptcy judge, and 38 years later, I'm still working in that field.
I had always wanted to write, and I always figured that I’d circle back to that dream.
I struggled with the question of who I was for some time, but ultimately, I put together a plan that I would exit the practice of law and move into other things that I had passion for.
Considering what I am doing now, I like that I can get to measure a little bit better for the next phase of my life when I'm giving.
When I left the practice of law in 2019, I learnt a lot about myself and I am getting better at writing, which is a good thing.
I've been doing book clubs and I really am enjoying the discussions with these different groups.
The first book after retiring from practice was titled A Memoir of a Not Famous Lawyer, and it detailed my path into, during and then out of the law practice.
The book traces my journey in a whole bunch of essays about different aspects of my background, getting into law school, practicing bankruptcy, and then what the exit was like.
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The book series is a bankruptcy, legal thriller and all three of the titles come from bankruptcy code; Fresh Start, Automatic Stay and Unfair Discrimination.
I wanted to make it approachable and not too legal where the only people who would read it would be lawyers.
I like to have some historical aspect in the books as well.
It was important to have as much diversity as I could in the books and capture the trials and tribulations of making it through a large law firm as a black woman.
Don't let anyone convince you that there's only one thing you can do, because there's many things you can do and it is your job to identify what they are, and how you would pursue them.

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com

And... Just Like That: Essays on a life before, during and after the law

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“The spoken word is wonderful, but the written word just has the staying power that is hard to beat.” Cathy Fyock

Do you have a gut feeling that you should write a book but do not know where to begin?

Whatever reasons you may have to want to write a book, it is important that you get to do it right as it could be life changing not only to you, but to your audience as well. According to our guest today, Cathy Fyock, anyone can learn to write a book, and is one way in which people can use to leave a mark in their respective spaces.

Cathy Fyock, CSP, SPHR, SHRM-SCP is The Business Book Strategist and works with professionals and thought leaders who want to write a book as a business development strategy. She is the author of eleven books, including—On Your Mark: From First Word to First Draft in Six Weeks, Blog2Book: Repurposing Content to Discover the Book You’ve Already Written, and with coauthor Lois Creamer, The Speaker Author: Sell More Books and Book More Speeches. Her book, Authority, is an anthology about the power of authorship and was a Wall Street Journal bestseller. Her newest book is My New Book: The Upcoming Message that will Change the World.

Since beginning her business in 2014, she has helped over 200 professionals become published authors. She believes that we all have a purpose, and that our stories are the way in which we share our truth with others. She is certain that authors can and do change the world, one word at a time.

In today’s episode, Cathy talks about her passion for helping people who want to be authors go through the process seamlessly. She also talks about her guide book for authors and the motivation behind writing it.

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Social Media Handles

https://www.cathyfyock.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathy-fyock-973b735/

https://twitter.com/cathyfyock

https://www.facebook.com/TheBusinessBookStrategist/

Books

My New Book: The Upcoming Message That Will Change The World
Blog2Book: Repurposing Content to Discover The Book You’ve Already Written
Authority: Strategic Conceptes from 15 International Thought Leaders to Create Influence, Credibility and a Competitive edge for you and your Business
The Speaker Author: Sell More Books and Book More Speeches
On Your Mark: From First Word to First Draft in Six Weeks
Humans@Work
Compassion@Work: Creating Work Places That Engage the Human Spirit
Hallellujah!: An Anthem For Purposeful Work
You@Work: Unlocking Human Potential in the Workplace
I’m a big believer in the power of a book.
Writing a book is hard and a lot of work because it means distilling all of your thought leadership into something that's cohesive, focused and really sharp.
When I started as an HR consultant, speaker and trainer, I wrote to establish my thought leadership and differentiate myself from the pack to grow my business.
A book can absolutely move you into new territory, help you claim your thought leadership in an area that you hadn't been able to claim before.
I have a group coaching component which gives people writing exercises, the camaraderie and community.
I also have a one on one coaching program that goes for six months which guides folks through the process of writing.
I also have writing retreats, which is a great way for super busy people to have dedicated writing time, and has community elements, direction and guidance.
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I've learned is that there are going to be people out there who all they need is the book, but there are others who will need extra level of guidance after reading my book.
I work with the people that need to work with me, and then the rest can find the secret sauce in my book.
I believe that the process of writing actually changes you and that you become a different person where you step into more of who you were meant to be.
As a book coach I don't just write books randomly and just hope that they do something for the business, I always have to be very strategic.
I use my work book now with my new coaching clients, and has therefore become an integral part of my business.
The spoken word is wonderful, but the written word just has the staying power that is hard to beat.
Go out there and make your mark, I really believe that you will make your mark when you write your book.

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com

Hallelujah!: An Anthem for Purposeful Work

Blog2Book: Repurposing Content to Discover the Book You've Already Written

You@Work: Unlocking Human Potential in the Workplace (The @Work Series)

The Speaker Author: Sell More Books and Book More Speeches

On Your Mark: From First Word to First Draft in Six Weeks

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“Figure out what makes you different, and embrace that knowing that the right people will be attracted to your energy.” Laura Beauparlant

Regardless of the path you choose as an entrepreneur, it is important to find out your goal and always align it with who you are as a person. Laura Beauparlant helps clients get clarity on why they do what they do, and says that it is important for entrepreneurs to step into their authentic selves for them to attract the right clients.

Laura Beauparlant is the founder of Lab Creative, the author of Brand Chemistry: How to Attract the Right Clients and Keep Them, and the creator of Brand Camp. She is also an award-winning international speaker.

An entrepreneur for the past 18 years, Laura leverages her creativity, experience and unique process to help ambitious, growth-minded entrepreneurs understand – and embrace – their magic. The results are aligned brands that stand out from the crowd, magnetize the right clients and produce explosive results.

In today’s episode, Laura talks about transitioning to branding and how she helps her clients create businesses that connect with their clients. She also talks about her book and her motivation to write it.

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Social Media Handles

https://www.labcreative.ca/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-beauparlant-4304381/

https://www.instagram.com/LabCreativeInc/

https://www.facebook.com/labcreativeinc/

https://www.youtube.com/c/LabCreativeInc

Book: Brand Chemistry: How to Attract the Right Clients and Keep Them

I created Lab Creative and reinvented myself with this new business where I stepped into a new version of myself.
I allow people to see their magic and create chemistry with their audience as well as create a business and brand that aligns with them.
My mission is to create a world filled with ambitious, fulfilled, prosperous and happy entrepreneurs.
I help my clients to step into their genius by leveraging my magic to find their magic and then bring it to the world so everyone can see it.
When working with my clients at brand camp, we do the deep work first that entails thinking, and then we design.
I often tell my clients that I'm designing and creating a brand for their business for the future.
Brand camp is my methodology, and is the process I take all of our clients through before we design anything.
It is really about all of the messaging and really understanding how your brand show up in the world, and how you are going to distinguish yourself from everybody else in your space.
I've combined my background and design with these newer skills, which I had to embrace and step into.
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My book is based on brand camp, and it walks you through the entire process of creating your brand.
I wrote the book because I knew that I could only help us a certain amount of people through working with me one on one.
I saw my book to be a great way to elevate my personal brand, bring more business into my business, and to get me more speaking engagements.
For me getting really clear on why I was writing a book made me find my unique factor which was having a design background.
When you get to fully step into who you are, and get crystal clear on that, the right people will be drawn to you like a magnet, and that's what brand chemistry is all about.

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com

Brand Chemistry: How to Attract the Right Clients and Keep Them

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“When you pour into other people without expectation, things just come back to you so much easier.” Laura Templeton

How can leaders create and maintain lasting and genuine relationships?

Effective communication is crucial when networking and passing information. The ability to explain and clarify important information should be nurtured by all leaders who aspire to make these connections. Laura Templeton has been working with leaders and notes that it is important to be present and engaging when networking.

Laura Templeton is the Founder and Chief Instigator at 30 Second Success, a company helping coaches, consultants, and service providers make better connections and obtain more business in 30 seconds or less.

As a Global Speaker, Author of 30 Second Success: Ditch the pitch and start connecting! and Brand Communications Consultant, Laura educates in-person and virtual audiences on value-based communications that take your creativity to the next level and help you step into owning and sharing your brilliance with confidence.

An enthusiast for the written word, Laura is currently working on the next book in the 30 Second Success series. In her spare time, she enjoys exploring her new home state of Florida, spending time with family, friends, and Knox (her co-working dog), and teaching Archery to anyone interested in learning.

In today’s episode, Laura talks about the 30 Second Success formula, and how she helps people become better at what they do. She also talks about her book and the motivation behind writing it.

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Social Media Links

https://30secondsuccess.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/30secondsuccess/

https://mobile.twitter.com/30secondsuccess

https://www.instagram.com/30secondsuccess/

https://www.facebook.com/30SecondSuccess/

http://bit.ly/YouTube-30SecondSuccess

Book: 30 Second Success: Ditch the pitch and start connecting!

I launched 30 Second Success business about seven years ago.
I teach people a simple formula that that I use for myself on how to do the 30 second message.
There's a lot of work that goes into the deep understanding of what it is that you're meant to do and who you're meant to connect with, and figure out how to put that into 30 Seconds or Less.
The value comes in from helping people just figure out how they can live into what they're designed to do and really understand it.
When we start positioning ourselves well as taking care of other people, we start serving other people, and it's not about what we get out of the relationship but rather what we give into the relationship.
When you pour into other people without expectation, things just come back to you so much easier.
You have to be willing to accept that you're not always the solution, and know that there's an opportunity for you to listen.
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I do believe that there's always the right time for someone to finally sit down and write a book, and I did.
The real value in my book is not just how to write your message, but how to create connections and networking as part of your marketing strategy.
Networking is one of the most beautiful relationship models I've ever seen in my life.
The book is designed to help people understand how to become a more effective networkers and get out of their own way, and how that will then transform their business.
The benefit of virtual has really changed in the way that it also has given me access to a global community.
My advice to people of the millennial generation is to align themselves with someone who has more experience in networking and is willing to take you under their wing.
A lot of young people really have a hard time connecting with the people that they need to help them grow their businesses.
There is value in being present and engaged with someone, and having that intention of really listening and asking them to go a little bit deeper with their answers to your questions.
Believe in your ability to create the change you want to see in this world.

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com

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“Your soul language may be very different from all those people telling you that you have to find success in a certain way.“ Lisa Dadd

How can leaders connect with their innermost self and manifest it in their daily interactions?

For years, people have been searching for ways and tools that can help them find out who they really are, and their life’s purpose. Lisa Dadd has been working with leaders to help them tap into their natural gifts, talents and abilities, through expanding their awareness and helping them understand their soul languages.

Lisa Dadd spent 15 years in the competitive industry of corporate healthcare, mastering strategic sales, marketing and management skills, from one of the world’s largest healthcare companies. In addition to the success, climbing the corporate ladder offered, was a deep sense her greatest potential was yet to be realized. With nearly a decade of independent consulting, an intense training in leadership development and facilitation of social emotional learning programs, Lisa has uncovered an innate way to access that potential.

Leveraging a diagnostic tool called Soul Language, Lisa now works with innovative leaders to integrate an awareness of who they are at their core, into the way they do business. The success of her process is particularly related to her unique approach to sales training. She believes that selling is a critical communication skill for all of us to have, because whether we are selling a product, a service, or an idea, we all need to create buy-in. Soul Sales teaches the art of creating buy-in, through the enrolling language of one’s innate energy.

In today’s episode, Lisa talks about how she uses the Soul Language as a tool to help people connect to themselves and others. She also talks about her book and why she decided to write it.

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Social Media Handles

https://www.lisadadd.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisadadd/

https://twitter.com/LisaDadd

https://www.instagram.com/lisamdadd/

Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sNqWHAhs1ew

Book: Finding Fabulous: Paving the Path Between Paycheck and Passion

Transforming from corporate to business made me realize that I needed to redefine success for myself and what that looked like.
I work with business owners and leaders in their own soul language and put that filter on the way they do business.
Sometimes the thing that is our super strength and brings us joy, may also be our kryptonite that takes energy out of us.
Put your own unique filter on things because everything either works or fails, but the question is whether it aligns with who you are.
When I came across the soul language tool, we started diving into what that was, and how we could use it.
I use it to determine how to bring personal growth and business together in a successful way.
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I always had this niggling in the back of my mind that I would write a book one day.
I started interviewing people because I wanted to hear from everyday ordinary people.
There were a lot of commonalities even though everybody followed their own way.
I realized that the summary of it all was that actually most people love, especially initially, what they're doing and what they're involved in until the environment changes unfavorably.
Sometimes it takes a bit of work to get your foundation under you as an entrepreneur.
Anyone who tells you they're an entrepreneur and they've never failed is not really one.
Entrepreneurs are willing to live a short time the way no one else will, so that they can live the rest of their lives the way no one else can.
Your soul language may be very different from all those people telling you that you have to find success in a certain way.
My book brought me on my path to create my business, which now pays me.
For most people, they’re never going to make a million dollars selling their books, but it can help with the journey towards the million dollars by helping you get very clear about you're trying to accomplish.
Life is speaking to us each and every day, the question is whether we're slowing down to listen to it.

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com

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“Do not give up the gains of the past, but rather bring them forward into the future.” Nick Jankel

How can leaders embrace the lessons of the past, as well as inspire positive change for the future in their businesses and communities?

Considering the pace at which the word continues to evolve, transformational leadership is no longer an option but a necessity, especially for organizations that want to thrive and remain sustainable. Nick Jankel works with leaders to help them take charge of their businesses and notes on the importance of learning self and having control of the body and mind.

Nick Jankel is a thought leader whose ideas, tools and research are designed to take the pain out of transformation. He also uses it to blast through the barriers that block creativity and innovation, and instead unleash conscious changes in leadership in ways that bring less suffering, and more thriving into the spaces we touch.

Nick is co-founder of Switch On. He's also the chief architect of a rigorous methodology and philosophy for transformation, the Switch On Way, which blends the latest neuroscience with timeless wisdom from great traditions. He's used the Switch On Way to lead organizations as diverse as Novartis and Nike, as well as operated himself in different roles as a coach and presenter.

His latest book is called Now Lead the Change: Repurpose Your Career, Future-Proof Your Organization and Regenerate Our Crisis-Hit World By Mastering Transformational Leadership

In today’s episode, Nick task about his coaching business and the process towards adopting transformational leadership. He also shares his motivation for writing the book on transformational leadership, and how it can be useful in leadership.

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Social Media Handles

https://switchonnow.com/

https://web.facebook.com/switchonnow/?_rdc=1&_rdr

https://soundcloud.com/switchonnow

https://twitter.com/nickjankel

https://www.instagram.com/switchonnow/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEdzCMVyPJBtqfkhwRJUUbg

Books

Spiritual Atheist: A Quest to Unite Science and Wisdom into a Radical New Life Philosophy to Thrive in the Digital Age

Now Lead the Change: Repurpose Your Career, Future-Proof Your Organization and Regenerate Our Crisis-Hit World By Mastering Transformational Leadership

Become a Transformational Organization: Galvanize Agility Without Losing Stability to Survive and Thrive in the Digital Disrupted and Damaged World

Switch On: Unleash Your Creativity and Thrive with the New Science and Spirit of Breakthrough.

My core business is called switch on, and we do innovation, leadership, coaching and some systemic change and architecture.
We also have Future makers which is a sustainability consultancy and we work with large organizations that want to be net positive.
I ran innovation training for clients which is basically creative leadership work, and that pulled me into leadership and coaching.
The entire leadership movement of the last 20 years is really a response to management technologies, which were all about control and efficiency.
The world is never going to be stable, consistent and clear and organizations need to figure out what they need to do to make sure they remain relevant.
Sales is actually where emotional intelligence lives most acutely in an organization, and so there's a lot from that world that is at the core of leadership.
What we do is called transformational leadership, which is the ability to cause lasting positive change.
I'm trying to get leaders to find a path for themselves and their organization by embracing all that makes a person human.
The dilemma therefore is how to create full spectrum workplaces where we allow people to be humans, with all their flaws and fragilities and all their potential power, and still have boundaries.
Great leaders are working out that for themselves because you can't help others if you haven't helped yourself.
We generally haven't been taught how to do boundaries, but we need to learn to create them.
The mind and body is the most complex organizing system in the universe and people should spend time mastering it.
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It seemed crazy that I would be talking about transformational leadership, and I hadn’t actually got a book about transformation.
The book looks at your own leadership, purpose, and resilience. It then looks at leading your organization, and how well you hold on your organization.
I use this book to do two things, communicate my take on transformational leadership, and also put across the seven principles of transformation.
The book is not meant to solve all the problems, but it's creates a map of the problems and where you might go for specifics within that.
Do not give up the gains of the past, but rather bring them forward into the future.

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com

Spiritual Atheist: A Quest To Unite Science And Wisdom Into A Radical New Life Philosophy to Thrive In The Digital Age

Switch On: Unleash Your Creativity and Thrive with the New Science & Spirit of Breakthrough

Now Lead The Change: Repurpose Your Career, Future-Proof Your Organization, and Regenerate Our Crisis-Hit World By Mastering Transformational Leadership

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“When you lead from a place of love, what you actually create is an environment for people to flourish.” Heather Wickman

How can leaders overcome their fears and biases and start to leading their people with love? Heather Wickman works with leaders to help them unveil their best selves and says that self-awareness and self-love is an important part of the growth process for leaders.

Heather Wickman is from Minnesota, born and raised near Walnut Grove on the family farm. She holds a PhD in Organizational Systems – Leading Transformational Change, an MA in Human Resources and Organizational Development, and a BS in Human Resource Development. Heather has worked with companies such as Optum, First Bank, Envision Healthcare, DaVita Medical Group and have led and consulted leaders in many Executive level positions at over 20 companies. Many of her clients have struggled with navigating change and uncertainty, making massive career transitions, and building highly engaged and top-performing teams. She has used our proven tools to help them overcome these challenges and come out on the top.

Heather Wickman is a bestselling author and Co-Founder of Untethered, a company upending the executive coaching model by creating evidence-based change strategies that support individuals and teams to accelerate their growth by breaking through stubborn roadblocks and mastering change to create the results they most desire.

Untethered guides individuals and teams through powerful growth intensives and immersive experiences based on their proprietary Growth Formula that provides an unparalleled one-on-one opportunity to reveal the most powerful aspects of yourself and shed the limits that hold you back.

In today’s episode, Heather talks about her career path, working with leaders and overcoming obstacles the hinder people from living their purpose.

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Social Media

https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherwickmanphd/

https://twitter.com/untetheredco

https://www.instagram.com/heatherwickmanphd/?hl=en

Book Link: The Evolved Executive: The Future of Work is Love in Action

I was a high achiever al through my life and climbed the career ladder to the peak at a very young age.
The strangest thing was that as I excelled, I kept on getting more and more miserable, anxious, depressed, and unfulfilled.
I resigned my job and traveled the world with my husband for a year before we settled down and figured how to make a difference and Untethered was born.
We really exist to guide high achieving executives and entrepreneurs to overcome some of the biggest and stubborn obstacles that are in the way of what they want to create in their lives.
We combine several different coaching processes like the immunity to change with peak experiences.
Mid-career retirement gives us some time to pause to re-evaluate and understand who are we today, because it may not be who we were yesterday.
When going through the program, the first phase people get excited because they have someone to help them get through their challenge.
The next phase entails getting into the introspective space where we slow everything down to allow that emotion to just be as it is, and not to rush through it.
We usually have a peak experience which provides rapid and potent insight that allows that individual to see the pinpoint.
Once they have achieved the awareness, they begin to experiment and put the new behaviors and patterns into everyday life.
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My book is about how to put away leading from a place of fear to leading with love.
Throughout the book, there are these different distinctions around what it looks like to lead with love and action versus fear.
When you lead from a place of love, what you actually create is an environment for people to flourish.
Some of the most-high achieving execs and entrepreneurs that I come across are the ones that are looking and needing that self-love more than anyone else.
Part of the work that we do here at Untethered is creating the conditions for you to love yourself a little bit more.
Find ways to love yourself a little bit more.

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As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

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The Evolved Executive: The Future of Work Is Love in Action

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“Be the person you needed when you were younger, and if you do that, you're going to find a tremendous meaning and joy in life.” Michael S. Seaver

The workplace continues to evolve, as people become more aware of themselves and what they want. It is therefore important that the leaders of today understand the trends and align themselves accordingly. Michael S. Seaver provides coaching for leaders to help them unlock their potential and says it all goes back to finding your authentic self and being true to who you are.

Michael S. Seaver is an award-winning executive coach, leadership consultant, keynote speaker, and author. He’s on a mission to unlock human potential to help people uncover and live their purpose, and live a more meaningful and authentic life. His unique methodology has revolutionized how leaders can live authentically and how organizations engage employees. He offers no-nonsense strategies to help people find confidence in their life’s narrative, commonalities across generations working today, and ways to communicate with emotional intelligence.

Michael’s newest book, I Know, A Practical Guide For Awakening To What’s Within And Finding Work-Life Integration, is a how-to guide Michael uses with clients walking you through the three phases of personal transformation and nine processes you can complete alone or with trusted friends. The book tells Michael’s raw and authentic story, offers research-based psychological truths, and is full of real-world client examples. After reading I Know, you’ll transition from believing life’s answers come from outside yourself to knowing you can discover the answers already inside yourself.

For more than 25 years, Michael has lead teams and has coached global leaders since 2011. He’s invested thousands of hours in the “arena” managing personal and organizational change, guided others to uncover their lives’ missions, and taught leaders how to create psychological safety by inviting employee life experiences into workplace.

Featured in numerous publications such as Forbes, Authority, Medium, Thrive Global, Arizona Republic, Business Journals, Accounting Today, Financial Executives International, Best Companies USA, Michael has shared his experiences widely. He is a frequent guest on international podcasts and has served on a variety of boards of directors. Michael graduated from the Thunderbird School of Global Management with a MBA and speaks a bit of Mandarin. He is certified by TTI Success Insights to administer the DISC, 12 Driving Forces, Emotional Intelligence assessments.

In today’s episode, Michael talks about his passion for coaching, and how he unlocks people’s potential. He also talks about the motivation behind writing his book and the hurdles he had to overcome to make the book a reality.

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I worked at the Four Seasons Resort in north Scottsdale where I learned an awful lot about customer service, giving back and anticipating guests needs.
After my MBA I took a full time job at one of the nation's largest healthcare systems as the director of talent sourcing.
I always wanted to do coaching, and in February 2011, I launched my coaching practice as it is now.
I am an executive coach and I do offer team trainings, I speak publicly and serve as MC for events, and I also have online courses.
My life's mission is about how I can unlock potential and give other people hope.
I've helped a lot of folks define what their life's mission is, or define what their personal brand is, and then figure out ways that they can share them openly.
I've also really enjoyed helping people become coaches, which then creates an entire ecosystem inside of a company or organization for other coaches.
We're moving forward to a very different time in human history, where people are going to stand in their truths in ways that they never have before.
Our job as coaches and leaders is to help people believe in themselves in ways that they might not have before.
We are moving to a time where people are slowing down, and finding an objective framework on how to distribute their time into things they genuinely care about.
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We have moved to what astrologist referred to as the Age of Aquarius.
Organizations that are upscaling their people are the ones that are going to have the most engaged and productive staff.
Now is the time to create those collaborative workspaces where people can truly express themselves in a more connected environment.
In March of 2020, I got this epiphany and I reached out to a writing coach that I had known.
The summer of 2020 was an enormously challenging emotional time for me, because I was confronting a lot of my own fears to tell some of the stories that I tell in the book.
I had to challenge myself and get really deep into my own heart and soul to tell the stories that I told but it has opened up doors that I would have never ever considered.
The more niche or specific that you are, the more depth oftentimes the help that you can provide is.
I encourage everybody watching or listening to take the time to really start to share yourself more openly, because you never know who you're going to uplift.
Be the person you needed to be when you were younger, and if you do that, you're going to find a tremendous meaning and joy in life.

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around thne globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com

I Know: A Practical Guide for Awakening to What's Within and Finding Work-Life Integration

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“Explore life in whatever form it takes, be curious, leave your comfort zone, and embrace courage in small and big ways, because you have amazing answers just waiting inside you.” Helen Yu

The path towards growth and prosperity is long, and sometimes difficult. Embracing the opportunities that life presents ensures that we not only become a better version of ourselves, but also propels us towards living a life of purpose. Helen Yu has been working with entrepreneurs to help them scale their businesses, and highlights the importance finding purpose for starting and running a business.

Helen Yu is the founder and CEO of Tigon Advisory and WSJ Best Selling Author. She drives growth for tech companies from start-ups to global titans like Oracle and Adobe, and helps CEOs achieve multibillion-dollar revenue growth and record profitability. She’s a board advisor to fast-growth SaaS companies and is on the board of the Global Cybersecurity Association. She’s a top Twitter influencer with a 10M+ weekly reach and was ranked a Top 10 thought leader by Thinkers 360, and a top 10 digital transformation influencer by IBM. She’s spoken at SXSW, TiECon, DMS, and Money2020.

An avid adventurer who trekked to Mt. Everest base camp and ice-climbed glaciers, her book Ascend Your Start-up: Conquer the 5 Disconnects to Accelerate Growth won first place at the New York book festival, Firebird award and first place in Entrepreneurship & Small Businesses at American book festival in addition to achieving WSJ Best Seller. Helen’s CXO Spice Talk podcast is named as the top 70 podcast to listen to in 2022.

In today’s episode, Helen talks about her career experiences that led her to living her purpose. She also shares the motivation behind writing her book.

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I enable global players to scale through people first framework because I'm passionate about the voice of customer when it comes to digital transformation.
Growth does not happen by accident, and is not sustainable in any organizations where the culture is not a people culture.
I was a financial analyst at a manufacturing company, but later got into tech and learnt how to code and design applications for the largest financial banks and insurance companies across the globe.
The risk I took to get into tech was worth it because that was what got me to where I'm at today.
I came to the US in 1991 to pursue education, and got my first job in the mailroom at a corporation.
I got an opportunity and ended up going working for the same company as a Treasury Department.
There are random opportunities that you have to seize and be bold enough to talk to people when they walk in.
I always say network with people, when you are not in need of anything.
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My purpose in life is to tenfold other people's success, and my book is about thinking about the framework for tech startups.
It talks about the five functional fundamental growth disconnects that trap startups and keeps them from reaching the summit, and from touching the sky.
I intended to empower founders and CEOs to self-reflect and grow as they progress and scale their business.
I challenge clients and co-workers to be curious seeker, and this book helps people understand the questions to identify blind spots as they scale their business.
The book is not just about business, but also about my experience climbing Mount Everest base camp to keep a secret that I promised my grandma to spread her ash there.
When you're a founder, you need to know why you start a business, and when you stick to that mission, your success rate is much bigger.
Curiosity is a prerequisite for dreaming and is the rock of innovative thinking, and I inspire curiosity when I work with my customers.
We as leaders, we can always help people to tap into their potential by encouraging and inspiring their curiosity.
Explore life in whatever form it takes, be curious, leave your comfort zone, embrace courage in small and big ways, because you have amazing answers just waiting inside you.

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com

Ascend Your Start-Up: Conquer the 5 Disconnects to Accelerate Growth

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“Both employers and employees need to be empowered to know what their strengths and weaknesses are.” Jeff Cohen

Freedom is the dream of every entrepreneur. Developing leaders and teams with an ownership mindset is the ticket to achieve it. Jeff Cohen, founder of six businesses, now presents Count-0n-Able as the new and rapid success framework that guides CEOs to make this happen.

Jeff is a seasoned Executive with over 20 years as CEO and has worked with over 300 CEO’s, Business Owners and Executives. He is a sought-after Coach, Speaker and Mentor. He is unashamed of his many failures as they have provided the rich proving ground to accelerated success.

In today’s episode, Jeff talks about his journey being an entrepreneur, his book, and why every leader should inspire their people to be Count-On-Able

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When I moved into starting my own company, I found that tech was an interesting niche at the time.
When you take small bites, and adjust how you move along the way it improves performance, and enables you to accomplish goals on time, budget, and with all of the features people want.
During the economic recession in 2007-2008, I shut my software business down.
I started a granola bar business and we started growing it rapidly, but it was really hard work, and the margins were not what I needed them to be.
I went to work at IBM, and then did a program called the team management leadership program.
I did a self assessment like the very the first three months of the two years and I saw that I was a crappy boss.
The number one thing that happens in a company that creates failure is ineffective communication.
What makes the difference for people is when there's effective communication.
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Most leaders are not lifting people up into leadership, and the result is that they never have a business that grows with and without them.
Both employers and employees need to be empowered to know what their strengths and weaknesses are.
The most important thing a business leader can know is what they cannot count their employees for.
In a matrix environment, honesty has to start from the top.
Don’t just be accountable, be Count-On-Able!

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com

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“Today more than ever, climate is part of the frontier narrative when it comes to the geopolitical landscape or the financial regulatory landscape.”Gopal Erinjippurath

Climate change is now a fact of life on many fronts including geopolitically and in business. As the world becomes more aware of the impact of climate change, more opportunities come up to make a difference. It is however clear, that despite there being a great deal of information out there, many business are unsure about how to interpret and use it constructively. Gopal Erinjippurath has been working with businesses to help them understand better the link between their businesses and the climate.

Gopal serves as CTO and Head of Product at Sust Global, a venture focused on geospatial analytics for climate adaptation.

Most recently, he led the Analytics Engineering team at Planet Labs (NYSE:PL), an integrated aerospace and data analytics company that operates history's largest commercial fleet of earth observation satellites. Planet Analytics serves a range of customers from city planning teams in governments and the World Bank to defense and intelligence functions across the world. He is known for agile engineering execution from concept to scalable high quality products. He has been an invited speaker at global industry conferences like Google Cloud Next and leading technical conferences in the machine learning space such as ICML, CVPR and NeurIPS.

Previously Gopal managed teams working on industry-leading analytics products from early concept demonstrations to multiple customers at Captricity (Acquired by NASDAQ:SSNC) and Harvesting Inc, where he advised the CEO. Previously he led the algorithm engineering development of Dolby’s (NYSE: DLB) first imaging display product, the Emmy Award winning Dolby Professional Reference Monitor. Gopal holds an MS in Electrical Engineering from University of Southern California and completed the Ignite Program, connecting technologists with new commercial ventures, at the Stanford Graduate School of Business.

In today’s episode, Gopal about what they do as a business, and why it is important that businesses begin to seek awareness of the impact of climate change to their financial bottom line.

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I categorize myself as a scientists and primarily looking at data on geospatial data which is linked to location.
We are enabling businesses to understand the impact of the changing climate, to their holdings and their financial bottom line.
Today more than ever, climate is part of the frontier narrative when it comes to the geopolitical landscape or the financial regulatory landscape.
The access to businesses to clean valid and trusted data around the changing climate across the world has been limited.
Sust Global intends to transform that and enable the ability across the economy towards using a shared set of commonly known parameters around climate data.
I started my career in multimedia, and later got inspired to pursue a career on focusing environmental data.
Climate is a global phenomenon and the changing climate doesn't affect just one person in a specific way, rather it affects different people in different ways.
As climate becomes mainstream in the dialogue on the geopolitical as well as the regional and the Civic scales, we begin to see the desire in the public to invest in climate consciously.
When businesses need to enable the climate conscious avenues, then they seek to use climate data in new and creative ways.
Pragmatic solutions that brings into account the changing climate need to also account for the state of affairs today.
Being able to identify the conflicting demands of the present and the future are kind of what an entrepreneur has to figure out in this fast moving ecosystem.
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There's a gap between the community that understands climate, and the community that wants to use climate but doesn't understand it.
We are trying to limit that gap in the venues that we serve, but it will take a while, and so the time is now for us to get more educated and aware of what climate actually is.
Previously, the big migration angle was around opportunity, and geo arbitrage, but I believe climate is introducing a third dimension.
When it comes to opportunity around the emergence of these capabilities, there has been an unprecedented lot of awareness around discoveries and the use of data.
There is a growing awareness and people having the sense of purpose, where they start to look at what they can do with their skills to address this problem, and benefit in the process.
There is also the emergence of cross functional and interdisciplinary teams, which creates some unique opportunities.
One can pick up enough of the foundation knowledge, and create a shared understanding, and then work with others in different domains to create new opportunities.
In this connected world where we're all working remotely, it's a great time to pick up new domains because big business opportunities exist at the intersection of domains.
Inherently product development is an iterative process and being comfortable with imperfection in the early days.
Work with others who are comfortable with imperfection, so that they can be encouraging and partner with you on that journey.

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com

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“If you feel like you are behind in technology adoption, just think about why your customers choose you and get started there.” Bob Armbrister

Organizations are constantly faced with the pressure of not only delivering to their customers, but doing so in an efficient and effective manner. As technological innovation increases, businesses get to decide the tools that can help them perform optimally and achieve their goals. Bob Armbrister has been helping businesses make viable decisions around technology, and says that when adopting new technology, stakeholder involvement is key to success.

Bob Armbrister serves as the President and CEO of SPARK Business Works, a business-first team that designs and builds custom software solutions in manufacturing, construction, healthcare, and professional services. He leans on his 15 years of executive experience to implement "The SPARK Way" – an approach of practical innovation that helps business leaders build tech that gets adopted and delivers ROI quickly. SPARK specializes in custom software, strategic design, business dashboards, and data integration.

Bob was recently selected as a 40 Under 40 leader by the Grand Rapids Business Journal and SPARK was named to the Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies and Michigan 50 Companies to Watch lists. SPARK is recognized nationally for helping firms build and adopt technology solutions that result in “practical innovation”.

In today’s episode, Bob talks about his company and how they help their clients get the best out of technology. He also discusses on the importance of considering stakeholder input when introducing changes in the organization.

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At Spark, we helping clients, mostly in the small middle market, make good decisions around technology.
We also have just acquired a digital marketing agency so we can help our clients with the marketing side of their technology strategy.
We want to build something that's flexible that will enable the people in my team spend as much time with their loved ones.
Where we really thrive with our clients is on the custom side where we build technology tools for clients to help amplify their competitive advantage.
We do websites, marketing automation, ecommerce among others and all of it is business focused.
Most technology failures occur when there's a closed-door room when constructing software tools, and so we have adopted user centered design thinking approach when providing solutions.
We ask clients to tell us where they are going and why, and that's important because they need to communicate that to their stakeholders when we're trying to help with the roadmap.
We start with rolling out the minimal viable product that's going to impact the business positively, and then iterate from that.
If you can bring everyone to the table early on and make them part of the process, they're going to be promoting the project when it gets rolled out.
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When engaging clients who have multiple business units, it's really about understanding the needs of all stakeholders and how to manage those needs.
Focusing on the end result of standardization at all costs may result in loss on the culture side.
You can still have all the great standardization and the benefits of one solution, but with an interface that's specialized for the end user.
If you feel like you are behind in technology adoption, just think about why your customers choose you and get started there.

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com

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“Even if we come up with all the best ideas in the world, but they're not adopted nor used in any organization, they won't succeed.” Patrick McCreesh

Organizational alignment is the key to any successful organization. While organizations continue to establish themselves and adopt the latest technology, it also important that they pay attention on their people and how they fit in to the overall vision of the organization. Patrick McCreesh has been studying behaviors within organizations and says that technology has to be centered around people for it to work sustainably.

Patrick McCreesh provides executive leadership on strategy, analytics, and change management through consulting, facilitation, and research. He successfully leads teams to develop strategic plans, analytics programs, and guide change management on large-scale transformations. Patrick designs and executes institutions that are built to last with 18 years of consulting experience including more than a decade with consulting-leader Booz Allen Hamilton. He is a leader in the global change management community.

Patrick brings global best practices to each engagement as a Certified Change Management ProfessionalTM, a Prosci Certified Practitioner, and a Project Management Professional. He also teaches change, leadership, and team development at George Mason and Georgetown Universities, and serves on the Association of Change Management Professionals (ACMP) Global Board.

Patrick has co-authored two books titled, ‘Stuck: How to WIN at Work by Understanding LOSS’ and ‘Workplace Attachments: Managing Beneath the Surface (Routledge Research in Employment Relations).’ He completed his Ph.D. in Public Policy from George Mason University, earned a Master of Public Policy from Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government, and he holds a BA in Foreign Affairs and History from the University of Virginia.

In today’s episode, Patrick talks about technology and why it is important that organizations consider the people aspect as they adopt technology. He also talks about the motivation behind writing the book, Stuck.

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Books

Stuck: How to WIN at Work by Understanding LOSS’

Workplace Attachments: Managing Beneath the Surface (Routledge Research in Employment Relations).

Simatree is founded on the idea that that technology is really about people, and that if you get technology right, you will be able to empower your organizations the right way.
When we come in and work with organizations, we start with people by looking at what do people need in order to succeed around their technology usage.
Our motto at Simatree is exceptional people empowering exceptional people, and from the start, we've wanted to find great people that we could bring together and align with great businesses.
Everything for us is about alignment, and when you do that with your people and your technology, then powerful things happen and organizations can realize their potential.
Sometimes organizations don't quite know why they’re rolling out a technology in the first place which can lead to a total mismatch between a strategy with a technology rollout.
The goal of what we try to do in our change management work is create a more effective alignment so that people can see themselves in what's happening.
People get stuck because they're used to doing their jobs and living their lives a certain way, which is informed by what we call MEL: Memory, Emotions and Learning.
When we come in to change that, we try and make the most effective to help them understand why they need to create new memories and effective emotions that will help them get unstuck.
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My co-author Victoria Grady, and I teamed up and over a decade we have looked at about 130 organizations, pulled the data to write a book.
We hope that the book gives someone a little bit of guidance on how they can get unstuck for either something personal or something in the workplace.
Each chapter has exercises at the end to help people apply the concepts and the exercises at any level.
Research suggests that there was flexibility at the start of the pandemic because people did all go through a shared experience.
Now, organizations have a challenge around building culture due to increased flexibility and loss of human connection, yet building culture ultimately does require some connectivity.
If you're not thinking about how you're creating and teaching the next generation in this time, they are going to walk out of the door because they won't feel like they're growing.
Even if we come up with all the best ideas in the world, but they're not adopted nor used in any organization, they won't succeed.
Regardless of your position in your organization, the key to helping people when they're stuck, is to try to make sure that you understand and connect with them by being empathetic.
Make sure you leverage your memories, emotions and learning to connect with other people's memories, emotions and learning, because that's how you're going to get through to them.

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com

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“Stop doubting yourself and give yourself a chance to succeed.” Bradley Rice

As companies continue to invest in powerful tools for customer management and sales productivity, they also continue to face a challenge where the demand for technical talent far outweighs the available supply. Our guest today, Bradley Rice is an experienced tech professional and says that anyone can pursue a career in tech, and all you need is a belief in your abilities and taking a chance.

Bradley has worked in the Tech Ecosystem for over 10 years and became one of the highest-paid Tech Professionals in the world making $225,000 working just 20 hours per week. Although this incredible career positioned him to retire at 31 years old, he was determined that he wasn't done with his professional career and started Talent Stacker as a service to put others on the same path that led him to Financial Independence. He has now helped over 20,000 individuals start their tech careers with no degree, no tech background with a starting salary of over $70,000 in an average of 5 months!

In today’s episode, Bradley talks about the opportunities available in the tech space and more specifically how his company helps people build flourishing careers as Salesforce professionals.

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Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/salesforce-for-everyone-by-talent-stacker/id1613182350

What we do at talent stacker is provide resources for people who want to get into tech as a career, and we take anyone and everyone and we help them land entry level jobs.
We have helped 10s of 1000s of people through our free resources, and over 1000 people through the membership in just 12 months.
We're looking at about 9 million new jobs being created in the next four years, and so there's a lot of room for everyone.
Sales Force is a mega corporation headquartered in San Francisco, and sells its platform, Salesforce, to hundreds of 1000s of companies all over the world.
These companies need Salesforce professionals internally to help them get the most out of these tool, and that's who we work with.
At Talent stacker, we equip individuals with the technical knowledge they need to use the salesforce tool, and also all the soft skills to get jobs.
All of our members are guaranteed hands on experience by working on actual Salesforce projects on a volunteer basis.
Companies need Salesforce professionals so that they can actually benefit from the value that Salesforce brings to their companies.
We have a five day challenge that people can take at talentstacker.com/shock and once done, someone should have a pretty clear understanding of whether or not this is interesting to them.
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I've been a Salesforce professional since 2010, and I worked one year in office, but then have been working remotely since 2011.
Salesforce is cloud where programs are not stored on your computer and so you could access it from any location and don’t need to be in your office.
Our program at Talent Stacker is lifetime access and that's because we're here to help people with real lives.
The program takes five months on average, whose milestones include 3 months of getting Salesforce administrator certification, and working on the LinkedIn presence.
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“Technology does not in itself, create growth, rather it allows great companies to accelerate that growth.” Jeff Arnold

The complexity of insurance products and diversity of providers, along with the increasingly essential roles of insurance, has made it hard for individuals and even some insurers themselves, to understand the insurance industry. Jeff Arnold, has been in the industry for a long time and is now in a mission to help people understand their insurance options, by simplifying the information in a human friendly manner.

Jeff Arnold, president of RIGHTSURE, INC. has been an industry leader for nearly 30 years. He is an expert on insurance mergers and acquisitions, managing deals ranging from six figures to more than $100 million.

He has authored Four Number One Best-Selling Books on Insurance and Technology, including: “The Art of the Insurance Deal” and “How to Beat Your Insurance Company,” His writings and leadership focus on reengineering the insurance environment to be more policyholder friendly.

His latest venture is a newly created platform called Rateguard: A DONE-FOR-YOU service leveraging RIGHTSURE’S award-winning and innovative technology that intends to END INSURANCE SHOPPING as we know it and disrupt the entire insurance eco system.

In today’s episode, Jeff discusses about how his company simplifies insurance matters for their clients, and how technology plays a part in that.

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Media Links:

Websites: www.jeffarnold.com; www.rightsure.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rjefferyarnold/

Twitter https://twitter.com/jefferyarnold

Rateguard project is a passion project for me.
We have had lots of people working to find every available discount by every insurance company on our platform to help people save money.
Over the years, people have been programmed by the commercials by insurance companies to think that the only differentiator is price, and nothing could be further from the truth.
We created Rateguard, which is an insurance shopping platform, that has discount discovery infused in it and a lot of artificial intelligence behind it.
People spend a significant amount of money for insurance, so we teach people using our platform to think holistically about what you're going to spend and develop a plan.
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I looked back at the phases of my career and was able to consolidate it all into this offering now in a neat fashion.
We took two years to design the product and build it using our famously friendly humans, layering in artificial intelligence
It has taken us a long time to get here, but we're getting some exceptional growth and that's what's fun about it.
Our famously friendly humans is our hallmark and we use technology to accelerate that.
Technology does not in itself, create growth, rather it allows great companies to accelerate that growth.
When you are intentional about that user experience and the customer journey, you can wow people.
If you try to use technology just for profitability and for financial gain, it'll be short lived, so technology is part of our business, but it's infused with our humans.
There are no ordinary moments, so be in that moment and drape those moments in.

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“I want to make sure that I'm getting a lot of thought leadership out there in the industry, with the hope that more and more people will get more accustomed to automation.” Gil Mayron

Automation is here with us, and has been taking place at a global level for a while now. For businesses that have embraced automation, the results speak for themselves. Yet still, other businesses see automation as a futuristic development that is yet to change the way we do business. Being at the center of the revolution, Gil Mayron notes that automation is here to stay, and that the businesses that don’t embrace it will most likely decline in the coming future.

Gil Mayron is the Founder and CEO of Cobot Nation, Architects of Automation. Gil is a pioneer of the consumer 3D Printing industry aas the founder and CEO of Botmill 3D, which manufactured and sold the first fully assembled consumer 3D printers. Botmill was acquired by 3D Systems Corp (NYSE:DDD). Mr. Mayron continued to lead corporate development strategies for the consumer division at 3D Systems. He composed the first ever licensing deals involving 3D printing with Sony, Viacom, NBA, Dreamworks and many others.

Over the past decade plus, Mr. Mayron has molded much of the 3D printing industry as it relates to manufacturing and innovation. His expertise in the creative application of such technologies, not only led him to be a leader in capital equipment sales, but an integral influencer and driver of strategic development solutions for his customers. This includes time spent as Chief Marketing Officer for Graphene 3D Labs, in which he created their first collaborative conductive material agreements with Lego, Bosch, and LocalMotors, and as Director of 3D at AIS

As a recognized leader in the early adoption of hardware manufacturing technologies, Mr. Mayron currently sits on the Board of Directors for the UNLV School of Engineering. He's previously held a Board position with Mosaic Manufacturing, a 3D Printer Hardware Co. He is a current contributor and retired faculty member at the Adelson Educational Campus in Las Vegas, NV, where he facilitated their state-of-the-art technology incubator, helping students ideate and execute startups.

Gil Mayron currently resides in Las Vegas, NV with his wife and two children.

In today’s episode, Gil talks about his journey that led him into venture in to cobots. He also explains why automation is inevitable, especially where businesses efficiency and consistency is is crucial for success.

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Media Links;

https://cobotnation.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gilmayron/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/cobot-nation/

https://twitter.com/cobotnation

https://www.instagram.com/cobotnation/

I got into 3D printing in 2008, and our company rapidly grew which led us to sell the company, but handled all the corporate development for the consumer division.
I later started to look into all the automation stuff and found that it was very similar to 3d printing and started Cobot Nation.
At Cobot Nation we do Cobots which are collaborative robotics that can work with or without a human.
All the solutions we make work with humans, and we are the only US manufacturer of automation solutions that goes direct to the customer.
3d printing is inherently slow, and we are always trying to find a way to speed it up and so automation is one of the areas that saves time.
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I want to make sure that I'm getting a lot of thought leadership out there in the industry with the hope that more and more people will get more accustomed to automation.
Automation allows for consistency and increased margins, and after COVID, we're seeing a massive increase in automation;
Right now I'm on a mission to get automation out there and define Cobots, as well as scale very, fast.
The legacy brands which may still be strong now, may not survive when a startup comes out with a better and cheaper way of doing things.
For entrepreneurs, enjoy the grind as it lasts, and life will get easier at the end if you do it right.

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"We can all gain more insights and improve the world around us." Darshan Mehta

Regardless of the kind of business you are involved in, information is always essential for the decisions that you make. Research helps businesses gain better insights about their markets as well as provide answers to various business problems. Darshan Mehta has a passion for finding solutions for problems, and says that it all starts with having conversations that reveal insights.

Darshan Mehta is the Founder of iResearch.com – an insights platform to quickly and affordably extract insights from consumers worldwide, and ConnectQik.com – an app for instant connections and engaging interactions. In 2021, he plans to launch Big Mango Startup Hub in collaboration with King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi in Bangkok, Thailand.

In addition to his roles at iResearch and ConnectQik, Mr. Mehta has taught at The George Washington University in Washington D.C., at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden, at Thammasat University in Thailand, at Sciences Po in France and the Franklin University in Switzerland.

Darshan’s book, Getting to Aha! -- Why Today’s Insights are Tomorrow’s Facts -- explores the nature of insights: what they are, how to uncover them, and how to use them to drive innovation and audience engagement.

In today’s episode, Darshan talks about the benefits of research and especially focus groups, as well as how his companies are helping people become more insightful.

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Media Handles

Websites: https://www.iresearch.com/ ; https://www.connectqik.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darshan--mehta/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ahainsights

Podcast: https://podcasts.bcast.fm/getting-to-aha

Book link: https://amzn.to/38I8tWb

I like identifying the problem, because once you know the problem, then you can start working on the solution.
My love for solutions eventually led me to management consulting, and I've been doing it for over 20 years.
Research is structured curiosity and involves delving deeper into learning about what's really going on or what's driving something.
Of the two ways to do research which are either surveys or focus groups, I found that there is really great value in the latter.
There's insights all around us, and if you can tap into it before your competitors you get to have an advantage and a leg up to differentiate and be successful.
Business is all about making strategic business decisions that minimize risk, and businesses really exist as long as your customers value what you're offering and are willing to pay for it.
There's so many ways to differentiate, and that's the benefit of having these kind of conversations with your customers.
If a brand builds brand equity through other means other than at the point of purchase, then that will differentiate from the pricing and even the positioning.
One of the expensive things in research is focus groups because it's time consuming and expensive.
The aim of iResearch.com is make it focus group research more affordable, easy and powerful by doing it online, anytime, anywhere, and in any language.
ConnectQik allows you to create your own personalized QR code which people can scan it and get your customized contact instead of issuing business cards.
It has three different profiles in your contacts which includes business, personal and custom, and this enables you to decide, based on who you're meeting, which profile you want to share.
Once you're in connection with your contacts, if you update your contact information, it will automatically be updated on their phone as long as they're ConnectQik.
It really is more about the input of the information and not necessarily giving it.
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In my book, I talk about trends giving lots of examples on what businesses have done well, and not so well, and what people can learn from them.
The book is about trying to get you to think a little bit differently, and to pursue having more conversations with your customers and staff.
Companies that are constantly seeking insights and innovating on a regular basis, as well as meeting the needs of their customers, have their employees more energized, and engaged.
If you can get your frontline people to be closer to customers, you will gain more insights, and it becomes a loop that kind of feeds itself.
In my podcast, I invite guests on and try to have an aha moment with them in our conversations that we can share with the audience.
Insights help people understand the underlying motivator or trigger that's really driving a need, and once they understand that, they're going to be in a better position to meet those needs.
We can all gain more insights and improve the world around us

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Getting to Aha!: Why Today’s Insights Are Tomorrow’s Facts

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“You have to get the process in place before you think about automating it, and also give people a non- judgmental and collaborative space to see the truth for themselves.” Slater Victoroff

Unstructured data accounts for the largest part of the total data that businesses see and deal with on a daily basis. This therefore means that businesses must find ways and tools to process this data efficiently and with the least cost, and also reap some business advantages. This is according to Slater Victoroff, who also insists on the importance of having working processes in the organization.

Slater Victoroff is the Founder and CTO of Indico, an enterprise AI solution for unstructured content that emphasizes document understanding.

Slater has been building machine learning solutions for startups, governments, and Fortune 100 companies for the past seven years and is a frequent speaker at AI conferences. Indico’s framework requires 1000x less data than traditional machine learning techniques, and they regularly beat the likes of AWS, Google, Microsoft, and IBM in head-to-head bake-offs. Indico recently announced a $22 million Series B raise.

Slater has educated hundreds of business users on successfully implementing deep learning through a simple framework that helps executives rapidly accelerate the adoption of technology in their businesses. Slater attended Olin College of Engineering before pursuing Indico full-time after its acceptance into the Techstars Boston Program.

In today’s episode, Slater talks about the importance of simplifying processes and how his company is helping businesses do that, specifically with regards to processing unstructured data.

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Media Handles:

https://indicodata.ai/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/slatervictoroff/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/indico-data-solutions/

https://twitter.com/sl8rv

I describe Indico today as the bionic arm for the modern knowledge worker, and we focus on unstructured content.
Bionic arms are not cyborgs, and at Indico, we champion this idea of the bionic arm because every action is in the person's control.
From a business perspective, you get to have one consistent way of performing processes that is represented in code.
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A huge part of our philosophy is having to meet people where they're at and at least helping then work in that world.
Making enterprise technology usable, and understanding how it actually plugs into the broader ecosystem can be really challenging, yet often that is where the value is.
One of the core reasons as to why it's got to be a bionic arm, is because we have to position the technology in a way that it empowers the subject matter expert.
You have to get the process in place before you think about automating it, and also give people a non- judgmental and collaborative space to see the truth for themselves.
The biggest thing that I have learned leading Indico over the years, and even more specifically with the kind of work that we do, is the power of process.
The process is so often the key to taking things up to the next level, so walk into it with open eyes and recognize that it is a real challenge in its own right and not one to be taken lightly.

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“Success and especially significance, follows the path of the depth and the breadth of relationships.” Rick West

The ability to tap into real time data, and to collect it in an effective and efficient manner is vital in the current business environment. The need to know and understand what is happening in real time can provide useful insights that businesses and individuals can use to make meaningful and impactful decisions. Rick West provides unique tools that make it possible for people to access real time data wherever they are, and says that part of it is in understanding the power of the voice of the crowd, and leveraging on it to solve problems.

Rick West is the CEO and Co-Founder of Field Agent, a global Work-On-Demand Platform. Prior to starting Field Agent, Rick worked 16 years with Procter & Gamble in various assignments in the United States, Hong Kong and Bangkok. Since leaving P&G, he has been a start-up Entrepreneur for 19 years.

Rick has co-founded multiple start-ups, including the Northstar Partnering Group, CORE4 Research, JOYN, and most recently Field Agent. He is a mentor and speaker within the entrepreneurial community and an active board member. He is also a member of the global Endeavor Entrepreneur network. Rick is an 8 wing 7 and has a BBA in Personnel and Industrial Relations with a minor in Economics from the University of Kentucky.

Rick is the husband of one, father of 3, grandfather of two and a friend to many. Rick and his wife Kim live in Fayetteville Arkansas and they attend Harvest Fayetteville church where rick is currently serving as an elder. They both attended the University of Kentucky and are college basketball fans.

In today’s episode, Rick talks about the importance of real time data and how his technology helps both users and business owners achieve their goals.

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Social Media Handles

https://www.fieldagent.net/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickwest01/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/field-agent/

What I realized early on in my career is that solving problems was a really good thing.
In April 2010, we launched the first app in iTunes that paid cash, that used geolocation and metadata to provide real time data to masses.
In an effort to solve a problem for me, I realized that everyone had the same problem and therefore saw an opportunity to scale it.
Part of what we started to learn on the user side, is that we were helping people that were down on their luck, which felt good.
For entrepreneurs, they were able to know within a short time and minimum cost, whether customers liked their products or not.
The best advice I was ever given to me as an entrepreneur was that you are only as good as you invoice and collect, and that the Holy Grail is if the customer buys it again.
If strangers are willing to pay you for your product, and they renew, go drive it by all means because it means that the market has spoken positively.
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We realized early on from a user base standpoint that we needed to have advocates that were not being paid by field agent, but were just passionate about the product.
The second thing was understanding the power of the voice of our crowd and knowing how to leverage on it to solve the problem.
If you've got a great product, word of mouth really is a thing and that goes back to the advocacy.
You cannot keep asking friends and family if your baby is cute, you've got to go find strangers because they will tell you the truth.
Even if you're not a technology person, our app is not that intimidating and is pretty basic.
Relationships matter, and success and especially significance really follows the path of the depth and the breadth of relationships.

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”The physical is exemplifying what's happening in the mental, and when we don't live from our soul’s purpose, it has an effect on our body both mentally and physically.” Mary Welp

If left uncontrolled, many of the unhelpful human states such as stress and anxiety can take over and become a source of pain. By enhancing mind-body control, people are able to exert more control over their thoughts and perceptions, thus improve the quality of life lived. This is according to Mary Welp, who also notes that such healing affects a whole generation and not only the individual.

Mary Welp is a certified hypnotherapist specializing in Hypnotic Meditation. After 20 years of private practice as a Craniosacral therapist and 14 years as a certified hypnotherapist, she launched RISE Hypnotic Meditation to teach others how to bring meaningful, positive changes to their lives. She teaches a direct, easy, adaptable practice in 4 steps: Relax, Imagine, Suggest, and Empower.

Mary helps those who are interested in self-improvement or anyone would like to get rid of a bad habit, fear, or imprint. She works within the following areas but not limited to: boundaries, social anxiety, sports performance, self-confidence, fear of rejection, optimism, procrastination, letting go of anger, guilt, improving sleep, grief and loss, and relationships. Her practice allows anyone to turn their attention inward to make a shift for the better in order to become a healthier, happier person.

Since the pandemic, Mary has shifted her practice from one-on-one sessions to teaching. She now travels and teaches a three-hour workshop across the country which she likes to refer to as a marriage of meditation and self-hypnosis. Her mission is to spread this self-healing therapy to as many people as possible.

Mary loves being a grandmother and lives in Louisville, Kentucky with her husband Jim. Aside from publishing her first book, RISE, Mary has also co-authored the book “The Ultimate Guide to Self-Healing Vol 5”, currently #1 on Amazon in Spirituality, Journaling, Holistic Medicine and Mind-Body connection.

In today’s episode, Mary talks about how she uses hypnotic meditation to help her clients improve themselves and live a life of purpose.

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Social Media Links

https://www.risehypnoticmeditation.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-welp-25581840/

https://twitter.com/marycwelp

https://www.instagram.com/risehypnoticmeditation/

I've been doing private practice for a long time, and I started with bodywork then later got my hypnotherapy license and I started marrying the two therapies together.
For the last year and three months, I've been traveling and teaching RISE as a three-hour workshop, teaching the steps and talking about why and how it works.
I realized the diversity and definitiveness of self-hypnosis, and it does shift and change things giving your subconscious the opportunity to reprogram a little bit.
As we grow, learn and we change, we get to have a more stable emotional, grounding way of life.
A lot of people get stuck and get themselves in a hole, because of what life expects of us which normally isn't who we are.
The physical is exemplifying what's happening in the mental, and when we don't live from our soul’s purpose, it has an effect mentally and physically on our body.
It's really about giving us the opportunity to live our highest goals and dreams.
We have this opportunity to, not just have meaningful lives for ourselves, but also for those that follow us.
When we do effect change in ourselves, it definitely has a ripple effect.
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I've written the rise hypnotic meditation book so that people can pick it up, read it, and know and how and why it works.
When we're given that opportunity to sit and look at ourselves and our part in it, that opens up the door for change.
When we have that intention to identify something that we need to change in ourselves, it shifts it.
Tension is who you think you should be, and relaxation is who you are.
If you scan your body now and then and connect with where you feel tension in your body, and breathe into that, you're going to be more authentically yourself.

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As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

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“You can create this program inside you, that the external world responds to automatically.” Glenn Harrold

Considering the unending uncertainties and challenges that are presently experienced in the world, people are constantly looking for ways in which they can cope with the resulting discomforts in their life. Glenn Harrold has been helping people to tap into their potential for years by guiding them to tap into their unconscious and deal with their pain points through hypnotherapy and meditation.

Glenn Harrold is an author, musician and experienced clinical hypnotherapist who has helped thousands of clients over a wide range of stress related problems. His unique and highly effective series of professional hypnosis and meditation recordings have sold over 10 million and are one of the world best-selling self-help audio ranges.

Glenn has written 7 self-help books for Orion in the UK and McGraw Hill in the USA and has produced 100 hypnosis and meditation audios for BBC audiobooks, Orion and his own company Diviniti Publishing Ltd. Orion re-issued Glenn’s first four books in January 2019.

Glenn has 20 years’ experience as a clinical hypnotherapist in one to one therapy sessions, and in recent years he has worked with many high profile and celebrity clients. In May 2011 he was made a fellow of the British School of Clinical Hypnosis for his achievements in the world of hypnotherapy. Prior to this Glenn’s best-selling hypnosis CD Complete Relaxation was awarded a gold disc by Nielsen book Data for sales of over £250,000. He is the only self-help author ever to receive this prestigious award.

In recent years, Glenn’s Relax & Sleep Well App has become one of the world’s biggest grossing self-help Apps and has been downloaded over 3 million times. It has been number one in the lifestyle chart in over 50 countries and reached number 5 in the USA. On the Meditation App, Insight Timer, Glenn is the fourth most popular author out of thousands and his meditations have been listened to over 6 million times.

Glenn has appeared on BBC TV, BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio Five Live, Sky Sports, Channel 4 and in many British newspapers and magazine articles. He now happily resides in Portugal with his family and primarily uses Skype to work with clients and record interviews.

In today’s episode, Glenn talks about his journey to becoming a hypnotherapist, and how he helps his people find purpose and growth in life.

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Social Media Handles;

https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenn-harrold-14756512/?originalSubdomain=pt

https://www.linkedin.com/company/diviniti-publishing-ltd/about/

https://twitter.com/GlennHarrold

https://www.instagram.com/glenn_harrold

https://www.facebook.com/glennharrold.fanpage

httpshttps://www.youtube.com/user/doctorofthemind

https://soundcloud.com/glennharrold#

I learnt to take people down the path of relaxation from seeing so many clients one to one.
The first thing you do in hypnotherapy setting is to build rapport, which makes people feel comfortable, and therefore respond to the hypnosis much better.
I use affirmations which I deliver at a certain point in the recording, and also use sound frequencies to make the recordings enjoyable to listen to, and experiential.
I've made the recordings over a 20-year period and they've changed over time, and now I generalize the recordings and make them work for the majority.
There are times I've re-recorded an old recording, and then people write in and ask for the original because they feel connected with it.
When I make recordings, I totally believe in what I'm saying and what I'm delivering.
You just have to be right for this job, because if you're in the right place, you get that ability to be able to help others.
I saw a stage hypnotist doing his thing and I saw something in it in that moment, and that's what sparked my interest then went off and learned the therapeutic side.
I never intentionally started to make recordings for any kind of business plan. I did it for a client who asked me for a recorded session.
I started recording more tapes and sold them off to stores and it took off very quickly.
I was meditating and doing affirmations about being in the right place at the right time, and my unconscious mind my conscious mind, were working in perfect synergy.
I got a call from Nielsen book data and they said that I could have a gold disc for my title, because I had sold a quarter of a million pounds’ worth, and I got a gold disc.
I then realized I could use that as leverage promotional thing and I put that out there on all social media which led to BBC offering me a deal for all of my recordings.
All the time I was working on my unconscious to clear away any negative failure programming because without doing that, it would have been much harder and I wouldn't have got this far.
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You can create this program inside you, that the external world responds to automatically.
If you take on board these affirmations and these beliefs on a deep level, the world responds to you and is incredible.
This life is an amazing opportunity to grow and heal our Karma and awaken, and naturally, looking inside and meditation is the way to find that.
A lot of my work is about helping people who are stuck, to move forward and work on themselves and go for the delayed gratification instead of the short term pleasure.
Look at the influences in your life and do not be afraid to cut ties when people are holding you back or lowering your energy.
Focus on creating your own safe place through a daily meditative practice and nurture yourself.

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“So much is learned at the feet of more experienced people and it is so important that no matter what career or job or opportunity you pursue; you seek out people who've done it already.” Francisco Ramos Jr.

Networking is about establishing, building and nurturing long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with the people you meet. Francisco Ramos Jr. believes that networking goes beyond just the exchange of information, and can help individuals and businesses stay on top of their game and foster growth and success.

Frank is a partner at Clarke Silverglate, where he practices in the areas of commercial litigation, drug & medical device, products, and catastrophic personal injury. He is listed in Best Lawyers in America for his defense work in product liability matters. In 2020, Best Lawyers recognized him as Lawyer of the Year in Product Liability Defense Litigation. He has tried personal injury, medical malpractice, product liability, 1983, and inverse condemnation cases to verdict.

Francisco has written over 20 books and 400 articles for lawyers and professionals. You can read most of his books for free on his website www.miamimentor.com, where you can also download (for free) his instructional videos, forms, and podcast interviews. He speaks extensively on leadership, management, social media, diversity, mentoring, pretrial and trial skills, and a host of other topics and is available to speak to your organization, company, or firm for free.

In today’s episode, Francisco talks about the importance of apprenticeship in career and in business, and why it is important to reach out and connect with people to develop meaningful relationships.

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I've been practicing for about a quarter of a century in Miami and also do a lot of writing and speaking in the areas leadership management, and mentoring.
I think the biggest takeaway from what I've been doing, is that it's very fulfilling, but it also has certain opportunities that allow for growth.
Each of us has something to offer that we can all learn from.
Most of my books or writings, and the website is directed toward younger professionals as a whole.
When I want to learn more about something I sit down and write a book about it.
The way we conduct business has changed fundamentally, because traditionally, there was always an apprenticeship model.
So much is learned at the feet of more experienced people and it is so important that no matter what career or job or opportunity you pursue, you seek out people who've done it already.
Most teams these days are multi-generational and understanding what the needs of each generation is important.
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We overlook how important personal relationships are, because we're so stuck on doing work and meeting certain deadlines.
You can find a way to look outward and focus on other people’s needs, which can draw you away from sadness and despair that sometimes follows us.
I recommend people to sit down with their contact lists that they have and reach out to people often.
If you're just sitting at your desk and not doing much else, it's hard to develop relationships that can grow your business.
Keep in mind that we are now in sort of a new paradigm, and we have to be very cognizant of the habits we created both good and bad keep the good ones and try to change the not so good ones.

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“Trust your gut even when you are not so sure.” Dr. Serena Goldstein

Interpreting and understanding the body requires high levels of awareness, which can take time and practice to master. Dr. Serena Goldstein helps people identify underlying issues by asking more questions and digging deeper in order to get more clarity.

Dr. Serena Goldstein is a Naturopathic Doctor who helps guide patients to trust and understand the signs and signals their body is communicating for both health concerns and in their life through natural & conventional medicine modalities, as well as spiritual & ancient philosophy based practices to bring to light another view of what your symptoms may be trying to say.

Dr. Serena is primary care trained, and works with a variety of concerns like stress, hormones, anxiety, gut health, thyroid issues, and poor sleep, where she brings in her background of psychology to see the big picture, help decipher what the body is saying beyond the physical concern, and work with you in creating a plan for long-term health where you can learn more than ever about your body.

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When I was in medical school, I always knew that my strength was in seeing the big picture.
We can let so many stereotypes get in our way and take so long before we're even at the place to embrace our true gifts.
When I had my practice specializing in weight and hormones back then, I realized that the questions that were facing my clients were on a deeper level.
There will always be a bit of that unknown, and we need to cultivate the curiosity to explore beyond what we can see.
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In my journey I had to learn boundaries, and how to not manipulate energies.
We know that the clearer we are, the more success and alignment we gain, which also means releasing of what was.
When it comes to my patients, I always do these amazing combination of homeopathic, but also leave them with a couple of questions.
We know, sign or not, that there is something more, but the challenge is how we work with that inner child into really thinking about what is next.
The other kind of asterisk I always give to this is to make sure we check the macros and do the labs, but also the work on the mindset, because there is such a strong Mind Body Soul connection.
We are correct with the moon, because we are part of nature, which means that it may hit our organs in a certain way, and cause firing issues.
Using the charts, I find that we can learn more about ourselves by looking into the past to help us get an idea of not just for the future, but also the present.
Trust your gut even when you are not so sure.

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“When you start to shift your mindset and choose how you feel despite the current reality, you are going to be inspired to do actions that you were not inspired to take before.” Christine Coen

One of the most powerful tools to achieve your personal best in awareness. By being mindful of your health and fitness, you are bound to build both your mental and physical attributes that will enable you to live and be your best self. Christine Coen helps people become wholesomely fit and says that it all starts when you shift your mindset and choose how you feel despite your current reality.

Christine Coen is a NYC based Registered Dietitian and Fitness Specialist. Through helping people learn how to train their bodies in the gym to become physically strong she helps empower them to become mentally and emotionally strong to impact any area of their life. Through seminars, personal training, online coaching, nutrition coaching, accountability training, body fat and metabolic seminars, she is interested in providing value and helping people meet the best version of themselves.

In today’s episode, Christine talks about understanding and partnering with our bodies, to facilitate healing and empowerment.

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I call myself a mental health dietitian because I guide people to healing the physiological root causes that are negatively impacting our mental health.
Fitness plays a major role in your mental health.
Food can be the greatest medicine or a lowest form of poison for our bodies and our minds.
I do not encourage people to go on diets for weight loss or for a desire to change their aesthetics, because it just continues to perpetuate diet culture and lead you back to the same place.
There are powerful things that you can do and shift inside of what you're putting into your body when it comes to nutrition.
I help people discover for themselves, what is helping them feel better, and what is contributing to them feeling worse.
When it comes to the practice of functional medicine, we look at the whole person and I have my clients fill out a lot of questionnaires to gather that information.
We do all have an innate ability to heal, and it's about ultimately about learning to come back to our bodies and learning to understand, trust and partner with our bodies.
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Our thoughts and our beliefs have been indoctrinated into us and they lead us to make all these choices which don’t give us what we truly want.
When you start to shift your mindset and choose how you feel despite the current reality, you are going to be inspired to do actions that you were not inspired to take before.
I help people to really tap into the power of movement on their mental health, because the truth is that exercise actually creates an antidepressant effect in our brain and body.
Wake up your warrior podcast was born out of a need of hearing other people's stories, and seeing that it's possible to do something that you didn't think was possible, especially in mental health.
I also bring on experts where we talk more about the science, the latest research and what's going on in the mental health world when it comes to functional medicine and neuroscience.
Listening to the messages that your body is sending you whether a whisper or scream, and learning to interpret that language is one of the great things that we can learn and connect with ourselves.

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“When you ignore your intuition, you incur twice the cost.” Sunil Godse

In today’s increasingly complex business environment, the biggest challenge that leaders face is decision making. The constant need to make quick and wise decisions means that leaders have to find resources beyond cognitive processing, that will help them make sound decisions. According to Sunil Godse , intuition plays a central role when making decisions, and can be a great tool for leaders when making business decisions.

Sunil Godse helps those running businesses create a trusted brand by implementing a process he developed called intuitive branding that helps them unleash the power of intuition to make decisions that earns the trust of their employees and customers in under 14 seconds. When that happens, highly talented employees only want to work for them and fiercely loyal customers only prefer buying from them, stripping them away from other brands, which is exactly how they are able to eliminate their competition.

With his experience doing the same as an entrepreneur, it led to over $20 million in revenues, before moving on to helping a significant number of businesses collectively earn millions in revenues, including major brands such as Citibank, SAP, Rogers Wireless, and Western Digital. His advice simply works.

In this episode, Sunil talks about intuition and why is important to understand the role it plays in decision making, especially for business leaders.

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The journey of trying to get a good understanding of intuition came after I wrote my first book called Fail Fast, Succeed Faster.
When I thought back to intuition, what we often do is we think back to a time when we ignored it, because that's when intuition was sort of the limelight in our lives.
As an engineer, I needed more of a balance between the art and the science, and so I researched and found that we're actually born with intuition.
The way that intuition works when it comes to trust is that it starts to develop an idea of trust by looking at you and you looking at me and body language tone in as little as 33 milliseconds.
From a business context, if you do things the right way by tapping into your intuition, you earn the trust of your employees and customers within 14 seconds.
From an intuitive perspective, there's four types of intuition that actually inform signals.
First type of intuition is called experiential intuition and is developed from everyday experiences.
The second one is situational intuition and the third of the four is called relational intuition.
The fourth type is called Creative intuition which entails creative creativity and how people make risky decisions.
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When you understand that your success is tied to how your intuition speaks to you in terms of the four types and your intuitive signals, then you understand how the intuition of others is going to work.
When you shift from looking at managing positions to managing people in positions, you start to filter people into your business, and allow them to be more productive by using their four types of intuition.
Change your messaging and your sales tactics by simply using your intuition to tap into your customers’ intuition.
When you ignore your intuition, it is twice the cost.
Every decision that you want to make has to flow through the four types of intuition, and in that way, you will be able to make the right decision in every situation that you face.

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“The mindset is what you think, which becomes what you speak, and your words become your actions, and your actions become your reality.” Michael Anthony

Everyone hopes for the best life has to offer. Unfortunately, not many people get through life unscathed, and these experiences can end up causing long lasting effects and great suffering, especially if left unresolved. Michael Anthony was able to successfully overcome his trauma and says it’s all about discovering and creating your own identity.

Michael Anthony is an advocate for adult survivors of child abuse, international speaker, and author. Michael has been called the "Tony Robbins of Trauma" and spends his time helping other survivors get out of The Vortex to become the hero of their own story and take their live back. Michael hosts both The Michael Unbroken and Think Unbroken Podcasts and blogs weekly at www.ThinkUnbroken.com

In today’s episode, Michael talks about his journey to discovering himself, and how he helps others in the path towards healing and building the life of their dreams.

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Many people have had some darkness happen in their childhood, and that held true for me at four years old.
I spent the majority of my childhood deeply impoverished and homeless, lived with over 30 different families between eight to 12 years old.
I was adopted by my racist grandmother when I was 12 years, got high for the first time at 12, drunk when I was 13 years and by the time I was 15 years, I was expelled from school for selling drugs.
I eventually got a high school diploma and went to work but got fired and started to think to myself what the solution for poverty, homelessness and abuse was.
I made a declaration of myself that by the time I was 21, I wanted to make $100,000 a year, legally.
I landed a job with a fortune 10 company, and started making six figures, but my life became a disaster.
I decided that I was going to stop negotiating with myself and work for results, no excuses.
Trauma is not about the abuse but the theft of identity that we carry with us.
The brain's only real true function is to make sure you survive.
In the three years after I decided to heal, I came to the realization that the truth about healing trauma is discovering and creating your identity.
My goal at Think Unbroken is very simple, end generational trauma in my lifetime through education and information by any means necessary.
The number one thing that I try to do when people come in, is teach them practical skills, but also the foundational understandings of causation and correlation.
You have got to get to that place to build the confidence in yourself, and be willing to have the courage to step through the threshold of the unknown, and find out whether who you think you are, is true or not.
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The mindset is what you think, which becomes what you speak, and your words become your actions and your actions become your reality.
I teach people when they come into coaching with me to be kind to themselves.
When you understand the truth about your mindset, and how you've been set up for failure from the jump, that you have to make conscientious decisions and choices to build the life that you want.
Authenticity is such a big part of the human experience and those who have suffered trauma, learn how to be inauthentic because they have to.
The best part about this is recognizing the truth that who you are today does not have to be who you are tomorrow.
The truth about life is that everything that you want is all possible, but you have to be willing to do everything possible to get results, no excuses.

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“You advocate for yourself, once you have an understanding of your gifts, and then you make choices, specifically to champion and respect your integrity.” Alexandria Thibodeaux

Being a highly sensitive person, it takes tremendous strength to navigate the world and the people in it. Despite their nature, high sensitive persons can still live a more fulfilling and comfortable life. This is according to Alexandria Thibodeaux, who notes that by learning to step back and practicing self-awareness, as well as embracing mindfulness of thoughts, feelings and reactions, highly sensitive people can be able to handle whatever comes their way.

Alexandria Thibodeaux is a highly sensitive self-relationship coach, educator, speaker and writer. She helps highly sensitive persons (HSPs) and survivors of narcissistic abuse navigate life from a place of self-acceptance and operate via fierce intuition, unwavering self-respect, and complete authenticity. As an experienced coach, self-relationship subject matter expert, and survivor of narcissistic abuse, she's gained and continues to acquire detailed knowledge on how to help people protect their peace and nurture and maintain self-reverence in lieu of the world’s expectations and personal trauma.

As an experienced coach, self-relationship subject matter expert, and survivor of narcissistic abuse, she's gained and continues to acquire detailed knowledge on how to help people protect their peace and nurture and maintain self-reverence in lieu of the world’s expectations and personal trauma. Alexandria believes in a world where each human being honors a deep respect and admiration for themselves. It is her mission and movement to champion people into developing and maintaining self-reverence.

In today’s episode, Alexandria talks about what it means to a highly sensitive person, and how she helps people become aware and develop confidence in being who they are.

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I discovered that I am a highly sensitive person through my hellacious corporate career.
I felt so empowered and emboldened in my temperament, once I learned what it was, and that it contains a myriad of innate superpower.
A lot of people who are highly sensitive don't know it, and so they don't take pride in their temperament.
When I learned this of myself, I could not help but choose to further a movement of spreading HSP awareness and championing HSPs to thrive in a world that does not cater to our temperament.
What has really been a huge advantage to me and running my business successfully is hiring an aligned team.
Let your inner compass guide you in ways that are going to help you run your business in a way that's in alignment with your integrity.
I consider myself as a self-advocacy authority, because we are the authorities of our own lives, minds and bodies.
Listening to our intuition and choosing to take action to support it is a form of self-advocacy, and it's powerful.
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We all need adequate sleep as human beings, and with that everything is double for HSPs.
Whether the clients that come to me are fully aware that they're HSP, or not, they're all excited to learn, which is a joy.
I consider myself an interpersonal communication and relationship strategist because relationships are all about effective communication.
When we learn about, and understand ourselves, it is easier for us to self-advocate, which is by effectively communicating to others in our relationships.
You advocate for yourself, once you have an understanding of your gifts, and then you make choices, specifically to champion and respect your integrity.
The foundation of my practice is self-reverence, which means having deep respect and admiration for yourself.
Abundance is your birthright, claim it.

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“831B is just a toolbox for business owners and for the right business owner, it's potentially a game changer.” Van Carlson

Risk management has always been an important tool in running any business, particularly when a market experiences turbulent times. Understanding the types of risks that face your business and the mitigation tools available will help you be more strategic with how you cushion yourself and your business against adversity. This is according to Van Carlson, who has been helping business owners to manage risks by simplifying the 831b program.

As Founder & CEO of SRA 831(b), Van is an innovator, developing products for a variety of industries that can take advantage of adding additional revenues while mitigating risk at the same time. By delivering institutional-type ideas to small-and-mid-sized business owners, SRA positions its clients at the forefront of their industry, allowing them to weather any storm.

Van Carlson has an extensive background in Risk Management with more than 24 years in the industry. Prior to founding SRA, Van ran his own property and casualty firm for 15 years. With many commercial business owners as his clients, he saw the Great Recession of 2008 hit hard, and just like them, he was also affected by the sharp downturn in our economy. During this time, he realized there must be a better way to manage risk overall. From that desire to improve business operations for both himself and his clients, along with his extensive background in insurance, risk management, and finance, SRA was formed.

Since its start in 2008, several changes in US Government regulations have allowed the business to thrive – substantiating what Van already believed in: businesses needed a better solution to mitigate risk and create a war chest for the future. In 2013, increases in domiciles allowed the company’s success to skyrocket – with double-digit growth year over year

In today’s episode, Van provides insights on what code 831b is all about, and how businesses can benefit from the program.

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I'm born to be an entrepreneur, and I love interacting with people.
It took effort to get to where our company was able to be successful, and we're blessed in a lot of different ways from that standpoint.
Mitigating risk is an important aspect of the business, because when running your own business, there are many unforeseen events that come your way.
The 831B tax code, is the one we utilize for our clients, and it provides an incentive for you to manage risk that you either can't transfer to traditional carriers, or it's limited in scope.
In instances where there is risk that you can’t insure against, the 831B comes in to help mitigate the risk more effectively.
The biggest worry for businesses is whether or not they can keep the cash flow they have, and keep it rolling forward to grow their business, and that is where the code comes in.
We are an 831 B administrator, where we admin or clients’ plans, make sure they stay compliant and that they're doing things they're supposed to be doing and enjoying the benefits.
The greatest compliment we get from all of our clients is that they are more at peace knowing that they have signed into the program.
We now have about 180 advisors around the country representing our product and present in all 50 states.
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When I sit down with business owners today, they all know that they got to change and stop doing the same thing over and over again.
There's a ton of unfunded risks that you can't transfer to traditional insurance companies and we bring a simple turnkey approach to it, and make sure that we're not complicating our business owners lives.
831B is just a toolbox for business owners and for the right business owner, it's potentially a game changer.
Making profit is not easy in business, and when you do, you've got to recognize the risks you took to get there and know to mitigate that risk going forward.

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“If you have anxiety about personal finance, there's no time like the present, but you don't know until you sit down and take a real wholehearted look at it.” Tony King

The ability to efficiently and effectively manage your finances and investments by making smart decisions is key to personal and entrepreneurial success. Tony King helps people manage their money by developing and following personal financial plan, and says that it all starts with adopting a system that enables people to be aware of their cash flows.

Tony King founded Personal Financial Strategy to help people optimize their personal money management. Tony is passionate about managing money well, and he’s done it for over 40 years. His professional experience includes senior executive leadership of multi-million dollar health care sales teams, managing insurance sales teams, and owning his own financial consulting businesses. On a personal level, he has managed 7-figure personal assets, eliminated 5-figure personal debt and leveraged his cash flow to make great investments.

In today’s episode, Tony talks about his personal finance, and also gives tips on how to manage personal finances.

Media Links; https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-king-6563585/

I've been a corporate guy for most of my life working as a project manager, but all the while at home, I have been a personal finance nerd.
I started bringing little project management techniques into my personal money management, and before long I had a little system put together that sped that whole process up.
I left the corporate world in 2020 and decided to try and take some of these techniques that I had developed, and turn them into a business to help people with their finances.
I partnered with a guy who was developing a finance professional software called Lifestyle plan, which became the backbone of my business.
The beauty of our system is that it sorts out your entire financial life and pulls it together in one place.
The system records the data and then we develop a cash flow map for the last 90 days of expenses and analyze them.
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We coach people to approach expenses with a cash flow mindset.
If you have anxiety about personal finance, there's no time like the present, but you don't know until you sit down and take a real wholehearted look at it.

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“When it comes to money, numbers and taxes, face it and face it early so that you give yourself the best chance of success. “ Tatiana Tsoir

Long-term business success is not coincidental or based on luck. To increase the odds of success, a business has to be established within strong foundational structures. Tatiana Tsoir has been working with businesses to help them grow and thrive, and notes that the earlier the process begins, the sooner the business will become stable and productive.

Tatiana Tsoir, CPA, MBA, is a Transformative Business & Finance Expert, Certified Life Coach, Author, Speaker, and Podcast Host. A fervent believer that the key to freedom lies in entrepreneurship, Tatiana specializes in helping individuals prepare and transition from the antiquated 9-5, to starting and running their own companies.

Over the last 16+ years, Tatiana has used her expertise in tax planning and price psychology to help hundreds of businesses become more profitable, stabilize cash flow, and pay less in taxes through a combination of tax strategies, operational planning, and commitment to excellence.

In her signature mastermind program, “Something That’s Yours,” she supports women in learning to color outside of the lines and go after their bold dreams so that they can be their own boss and make money doing what they love.

Tatiana is a frequent speaker at conferences, is the author of "Dream Bold, Start Smart: Be Your Own Boss & Make Money Doing What You Love" and host of the podcast Talk to Tatiana in which she has conversations with world experts about their entrepreneurial journey. Tatiana has been featured in Forbes, US News & Report, Business Insider, GoBankingRates, Bankrate, CBS, The List, The Daily CPA, NTD, Thrive Insider, and National Speaker Association.

In this episode, Tatiana talks about the importance of starting a business with the right guidance, and how she helps businesses get their numbers right.

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I focus on working primarily with the small businesses and small business owners, because I think business is personal.
I work with entrepreneurs in a number of ways including identifying the gaps in their management and their mindset, so that they can build businesses that are profitable.
I also advise them on different systems, and *9how to organize the operations of the company so that it's efficient and also yields the best results.
Tax planning comes as part of all of the advisory and coaching that I do with clients because it's an integral part of having a profitable business.
I have noticed that I can only work with a very limited number of clients so that I can have impact.
By writing my book, I realized that I can transform the lives of many more people than just working directly as an accountant.
Covid -19 hit everybody differently, but the response to that is what made a difference for everyone.
The sooner you realize that crises happen and passes, the more proactive you become in handling the situation, and that makes a difference.
With the crisis response curve, the idea is to know that with every crisis, you need an approach that will get you through the shock and desperate phase as quickly as possible.
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The book process has been extremely involving, but also very rewarding, and my approach was to look at who the ideal reader is and the core message to them.
The book is for someone who has a business idea, and cannot afford to fail, and therefore needs that roadmap in plain English, on money, numbers and taxes.
Businesses do start with a vision, however, the problem is that some fail to make it over five years because their vision is not supported by numbers.
Part two of the book, I present specific steps to take when creating and pricing your product, and managing your cash flows.
When it comes to money, numbers and taxes, face it and face it early so that you give yourself the best chance of success

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“There's so many ways that you can leverage and use your money to create more and better types of returns.” Chris Miles

To enjoy a comfortable future, investing is absolutely essential for most people. While there are many investment options that are available to choose from, it is important that one considers the features of each of the options and how they align with personal financial goals. This is according to Chris Miles, who notes that with the right information, people can make better investment decisions that will push them closer towards their financial goals.

Chris Miles, the “Cash Flow Expert,” is a leading authority on how to quickly create cash flow and lasting wealth for thousands of his clients, entrepreneurs, and others internationally! He has been featured in US News, CNN Money, Bankrate.com, and has a high reputation for getting his clients life-altering financial results in his company, Money Ripples.

After working as a traditional financial advisor and stock coach for several years, Chris came to a stark realization that the financial advising industry was not showing anyone how to quickly and safely become financially prosperous today.

After leaving that industry, Chris was able to retire when he was 28, and has since worked to teach his effective, unique strategies, for companies like Freedom Fast Track and Garrett Gunderson, and now Money Ripples, while exposing the popular myths around money that have kept so many from enjoying financial freedom and peace of mind.

Chris consistently practices and teaches small business owners how to do what no other financial advisers can or will – achieve financial prosperity, now and in the future, spending time doing what they love most.

In this episode, Chris talks about some of the investment options that have attractive returns, and also highlights on the importance of information when making investment decisions.

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We help people strategize and do things that are outside the Wall Street and more in the alternative space like real estate investing
We have been taught and trained to be savers, and never really taught to be wise stewards or investors.
One thing I noticed 20 years ago when I was a financial advisor is that most of my colleagues and clients were not financially free.
That opened my eyes and I started to see this whole new world that I was never taught as a financial advisor.
I realized that it wasn't about accumulating money, but was about cash flow.
Everyone talks about financial future but nobody talks about the financial present, yet if we can adjust the present now and create an actual present for you today, that will take care of the future for itself.
There's so many ways that you can leverage and use your money to create more and better types of returns.
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We help people create a plan and connect them with actual vetted investments, which doesn't mean that they're risk free.
We also do have a wealth accelerator academy which is an online interactive training program that gives you all the education you need to improve your cash flow.
There never just one strategy that's going to get you to a financially secure future.
Infinite banking is a specific strategy that you can use to create this tax free, supercharged savings account.
Most people don’t have hope because they are ignorant to the possibilities that are available for them to invest in.
Look at the evidence that shows financial freedom and go with it.

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“If you want to sell your business in future, focus on getting the business to have consistent cash flow, and having it to operate on autopilot.” Bharat Kanodia.

Understanding the business, and having an accurate valuation is essential for every business owner. This is especially true when they are assessing business opportunities and costs. In order to effectively plan for the growth and eventual transition of your businesses, you need to focus on the important factors, and valuation is at the heart of it all. This is according to Bharat Kanodia, who also notes that when it comes to valuation, getting accurate information is important for effective decision making.

Bharat Kanodia has valued over 4000 companies and assets worth $2.6 trillion. He has appraised unique assets including the Golden Gate Bridge, Atlanta Airport, Uber, Airbnb, Yahoo!, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the Mirage Casino Las Vegas, among many others. Bharat is the Founder of Veristrat, a company that advises startup founders and venture capitalists on valuations.

Bharat lives in the San Francisco Bay area with his family and enjoys sailing, golfing, skiing, and horseback riding

In today’s episode, Bharat talks about the unique role he plays in valuing assets. He also talks about some of the key things that are required to successfully sell out your business.

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All large assets like the Golden Gate Bridge or Atlanta airport or Empire State Building are insured by somebody.
After 9/11 happened, my company at that time, American appraisal, got a contract from Lloyds of London and their brokers to appraise a list of 200 assets around the world
I got some assets to appraise and it was a learning experience for me and my colleagues and my company also gained a lot of money.
I've since done many interesting projects and been privy to some very unique assets, and when other appraisers don't know how to do it, I get called to step in.
If you want to sell your business in future, you got to focus on two things which are first, that buyers of businesses are looking to buy businesses with consistent cash flow.
Second thing is that buyers or businesses don't want to do anything to enjoy that cash flow and therefore want a business that perform on autopilot to a great extent.
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Strategy session is really where you're mixing practicality of what's happening on the ground with your higher level of thinking
At this point I get to pick the clients that I want to work with, and for me good clients are people who are open to listening.
Believe in the power of affirmation and meditations.

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“Find ways to plug additional value into your offers rather than discounting.” Marco Torres

While price is a primary consideration when customers make purchases, cutting prices may not always be the best strategy for your clients, and ultimately for your business to stay competitive. On the contrary, value addition can help you attract customers which will make you stay ahead of other businesses and remain competitive. Marco Torres is in the business of marketing and encourages businesses to embrace value addition as a way to increase your client base and grow revenue.

Marco Torres is the Founder of MarketingBoost.com. He has helped thousands of business owners worldwide boost sales and scale their businesses by as much as 5-fold through the use of incentive-based marketing. He teaches entrepreneurs how to soar sales & marketing through the use of “Value-Add-Incentives” instead of discounts.

Marco Torres has been an entrepreneur since age 9 when he started his first business as a paperboy. By the age of 12, he had the biggest paper route in San Juan Puerto Rico where he grew up, and was featured on the front page of the newspaper for his accomplishment. Born in San Antonio Texas from Mexican heritage, Marco inherited the spirit of adventure from his parents. His dad Charlie was transferred with General Electric GECC , to San Juan Puerto Rico to take over the Caribbean market. His parents packed up and left their home and family to move across the sea to the small island of Puerto Rico in the 1960s. That set the stage for Marco to grow up with the spirit of adventure and entrepreneurship.

Marco aka “Capt. Marco” (the avid sailor) now spends most of his working time helping small and medium-sized businesses boost sales, and improve conversion rates without spending more money with the use of the Travel incentives his firm provides with a low-cost subscription model starting at only $37 a month.

He and his partners have revolutionized the incentive industry by making complimentary hotel stay certificates from 3 to 7 nights in over 125 worldwide destinations, plus hotel savings cards, and restaurant vouchers incredibly affordable, allowing the small business to stand out from the crowd and compete with the big boys.

In today’s episode, Marco talks about the importance of adding value to products and services as opposed to discounting, as well as how marketing boost can be an ideal option for businesses to offer greater value to their clients.

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One of the early lessons I learned from very early on is finding relationships with people better than I am and form partnerships.
By the time I was 23 years, partnering my older brother and my mother, we owned five restaurants and I owned a nightclub with another partner.
In my entire career, I've probably generated over a billion dollars in sales in one form or another for myself and my clients.
I've got a little bit of an idea on how to make those calls to action be a little more effective and generate more sales.
When we first launched marketing boost, it came about as an offshoot from another business of ours in the travel space.
We faced the challenge of having negative reviews in our travel site and started to look for ways to overcome this challenge.
To solicit positive reviews, we came up with an idea to generate positive video testimonials from our clients which we promised to reward with a complimentary hotel stay.
Today we have over 30,000 video testimonials for that one website alone, which we've leveraged into.
When we had to pay for the complimentary tours, we went back to our hotel partners, and we built what we have today, which is a win win win.
When we decided to do this, we decided we were going to revolutionize the travel incentive business.
We made our travel incentives super easy to use and made it super affordable for anybody to join our subscription program, and have access to these incentives.
Peak seasons and weekends record less availability, but we average about 32 weeks out of 52 weeks of availability at each of the destinations.
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You join marketing boost for $37 and any business owner can do that.
One reason to avoid giving discounts is clients start to wait for you to offer your next promo cycle before they get involved in whatever your next sales cycle is.
Instead of discounting, you could add more value since psychological studies have proven that consumers are more likely to take action with an added value as opposed to discounts.
Business owners can use our travel incentives as added value to attract more interactions and action from clients.
When you pay $37 a month, that gives you access to give away an unlimited amount of all three of these incentives that we offer.
For the complimentary hotel stays, someone's has to pay the activation fee, and most of our members let the client pay for that.
Hotel savings cards are like a gift card, but they don't cover the entire room cost but essentially save between 10 and 50% off of the rooms.
You have to you have to use the incentives appropriately, otherwise, they may sound too good to be true and they won't help you at all.
Marketing boost is not the magic bullet that's going to solve everything especially if you don't already have a good business, product and service.
Find ways to plug additional value into your offers rather than discount and marketing boost can do that.

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“When looking at success in whichever capacities, begin with the end in mind, and by doing that you can focus on making the best possible choice.” Joseph Templin

Every day you make decisions that either moves you forward or sets you back financially. Your beliefs about money, yourself and the world will inform every aspect of how you deal with money, and therefore is important to fully understand these held convictions. This is according to Joseph Templin, who helps his clients to understand why they make choices that they do around money matters, and why it is important to consider the bigger picture.

Reformed physicist, financial planner, startup founder and autodidactic polymath best described as a Swiss Army Knife, Joseph Templin, often referred to as Joe, has invested the past two and a half plus decades to helping others reach their financial potential as a planner, trainer, mentor and creator.

Joe has served as a member of NAIFA (the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors) on the local, state, and national level, and including three terms on the NAIFA National Young Advisors Team (YAT) Subcommittee and was honored as one of the 2011 Four Under 40. He is a graduate of the Leadership in Life Institute of NAIFA as well as Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and is an alum of Johns Hopkins University.

Joe served as the President of the Castle Alpha Tau Foundation for Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity and as the Chapter Advisor, and is currently a Vice President of The Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region. He has been a member of The Ancient Order of Hibernians for over 20 years, and is the Lieutenant of the Honor Guard.

Joe is the Managing Director of the Unique Minds Consulting Group, LLC, and is the author of “Every Day Excellence”, the Kindle #1 New Release in Professional Development. Joe also co-authored “Do You Want To Make MDRT, Or Not?” with Dr. John Stolk as well as “Choices: Creating a Financial Services Career”.

Joe is a Co-Founder and President of The Intro Machine, Inc. an organization dedicated to teaching professionals in a variety of fields how to build an Introduction Based Business. He has spoken all across the US and Canada on ethical business development.

In his free time, Joe enjoys running Ragnars (200 ish mile team relay races), ultramarathons, and is a 4th Dan from the Kukkiwon in Seoul, Korea and former International Champion. He lives in Gansevoort, New York, with his hooligan boys Danny, Liam, and Colin. They are huge Yankees fans.

On today’s episode, Joe talks to me about setting money philosophies and how to plan for finances in advance.

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I went to grad school for physics and my MBA, and I was working full time as a college intern with Northwestern Mutual.
After I graduated I maintained my student lifestyle because I knew that deferred compensation was the best model.
I never let my lifestyle grow as fast as my income which gave me a lot of flexibility long range.
One of the big differences among the financial classes in the United States is people who are truly rich buy tremendous value for things that can last for decades as opposed to the quick fix.
People don't realize that if you can save on one area, that allows you to have more output because you dedicate it to things that actually pay dividends.
One of the things is you can tell what class somebody is by their philosophy and attitude around money.
If you can trade time for money, that's work, and if you can change money for time, that's leisure.
Our understanding about money and our philosophies on money are carried forth and reflected in our decisions.
One of the questions that I ask my clients is to tell me about their earliest and or strongest memory of money from growing up, and how that has influenced you.
It is important to invest the time essentially on financial counseling to understand why you and your significant other make financial choices and come up with a unified family philosophy.
Having a unified philosophy is important and ensuring that it can pass on down to the next generation.
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If you really understand why you want to do something, it makes the discussions around it a lot easier, because you're clear about what your value and concern is.
When you're looking at your financial philosophies, you want to make sure that your loved ones are inheriting the mindset around money that you desire.
When looking at success in whichever capacities, begin with the end in mind, and by doing that you can focus on making the best possible choice.

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Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

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“When you think about your finances, stop predicting, start planning and stay mindful.” Jonathan DeYoe

Most people have free-floating anxiety about anything to do with money. However, embracing mindfulness in financial planning allows us to include personal experiences, emotions and thoughts when making financial decisions. This is according to Jonathan DeYoe, who notes that life can be less stressful when we stop trying to solve problems that have not happened yet, and focus on what presently have.

Jonathan DeYoe is a Lutheran Seminarian turned Buddhist academic turned financial advisor. He has been an investor for over 40 years and an advisor for almost 30. In 2021, he merged his wealth management practice into EP Wealth – a national fiduciary firm where he continues to work with his clients.

After losing his only sibling in 2021, he wanted to return to a vision that he and his brother shared. In 2006, they had cofounded a company, Worker’s Financial, to bring education, financial coaching, and tools to people who were either struggling to get started or recovering from some form of financial ruin.

Jonathan speaks and writes about personal finance, wealth & culture, and behavioral wealth for news outlets like businessinsider.com and MindBodyGreen.com. He is the author of the Amazon Bestseller Mindful Money: Simple Practices for Realizing Your Financial Goals and Increasing Your Happiness Dividend. He has been featured in the N.Y. Times and the Wall Street Journal and he speaks locally and nationally on the intersection of money and mindfulness.

Today, his company, Mindful Money, offers low-cost financial education, a DIY personal financial planning course, and group financial coaching that can enable people to put their money lives into the larger context of their total lives and build “True Wealth.” Jonathan is passionate about spreading a goal-focused and planning-driven approach to money that helps people enjoy better financial outcomes AND live happier lives.

In today’s episode, Jonathan speaks about the concept of mindfulness in financial planning and how he helps his clients contextualize their plans.

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I bring together non-judgmental awareness of the way things are, and knowledge about finance.
The happiness factors that determine well-being, are not unique to people with the money.
You can judge the choice of an expense, given the lack you see in other places, but you have to admit that you have no idea.
I have this background where I meditate a lot, and I really think about the meaning of life and what makes people happy.
I entered the financial world where I was an advisor and a broker on Wall Street and I realized that everyone was predicting things that are not predictable.
The concept of the application of mindfulness, the non-judgmental awareness of the present moment to finance sort of became natural.
I was scared and second guess myself but over time I became convinced and so it took me until I think 2019 to rename my firm Mindful Money.
The reality is, you can have better financial outcomes and happiness dividends if you do this the right way, which is separating it all out and focusing on the long term.
People are not capable of planning for a future that they can't imagine, and so it is important to get people out of their current self and get them thinking about a lifetime.
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Majority of people who come to me are looking for wisdom around the retirement plan.
The difference between us and most advisors is we tell clients right up front that because we can’t predict the future, we have to make decisions around different timeframes.
With regards to how or when mindfulness does come into play, we talk about ideas of mindfulness without naming mindfulness in the very beginning.
The value an advisor can provide is just how people can contextualize issues in a life that's complex and has lots of moving pieces.
When you think about your finances, stop predicting, start planning and stay mindful.

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

Mindful Money: Simple Practices for Reaching Your Financial Goals and Increasing Your Happiness Dividend

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“Aim high, keep it specific enough to give you direction, but open enough to make sure you're exploring and not pigeon holing yourself to where you will have regrets.” Alan Lazaros

In order to be more self-aware and get to maximize your potential, it is important to slow down and reflect on the substantial changes that happen to your life. This is according to Alan Lazaros, who notes that productivity and fulfillment are a byproduct of self-development, contribution to a larger cause, and living in the present.

Alan Lazaros is the Founder & Host of Next Level University, a Global Top 100 Self-Improvement podcast with more than 900 episodes reaching over half a million people in more than 100 countries. Alan believes in a heart-driven but NO BS approach to inspiring, motivating & educating others on what it really takes to get to the next level.

At age 2, Alan’s father passed away in a car accident. At age 26, getting into a nearly fatal car accident himself, he began to question everything, including who he was and the choices he was making. Now it's his mission to help others maximize their potential & design lives & businesses they love on their own terms.

In this episode, Alan talks about how people can achieve better life outcomes that are fulfilling to them and the people around them.

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I was raised by two women, my mother and my older sister who was three years older than me.
My mom sat me down when I was seven years old she gave me the best lesson I've ever heard which was to aim high, and I'll have choices.
Fast forward, I got into my dream school and became an electrical and computer engineering graduate with distinction.
I went back for my MBA and then I did a bunch of job hopping and eventually landed a company called Cognex.
I got into an accident that left me mentally, emotionally and spiritually messed up and I started questioning everything about my life.
Now I've got this North Star that I wear around my neck which is my guide.
As I reflected on my life, I saw two stars I'd never seen before, Tony Robbins’ TED Talk and Bronnie Ware’s book called ‘The Top Five Regrets of the Dying.’
Now I have a podcast, Next Level University and we have reached out to 120 plus countries, coaching people all over the world.
Learning about these individuals, I go to learn that we don't shine as bright as we could, because we're afraid of what people will think about us.
We try to stay small due to the insecurities of others, and it doesn't help the world the way that we need to help the world.
People say life is about the journey which I agree, but one thing that is important is that the destination you choose in advance dictates the journey.
I think life is a dance between exploration and refocus where you go out and you explore and you double down on the things you do like, and you eliminate the things you don't,
Regret is the soul's recognition of misalignment with its highest calling.
Aim high, keep it specific enough to give you direction, but open enough to make sure you're exploring and not pigeon holing yourself to where you're will have regrets.
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I always check in with my clients with a simple maximization triad which is a simple triangle with three sides.
Number one is maximizing one's own unique potential, number two is how one is maximizing one's own unique greatest level of contribution
Number three is about money and profitability and is how one is maximizing their own unique quality of life.
Money should not be number one, in my opinion but it shouldn't be number five, either.
Life improves when we improve and when we improve we get better.
If you are a wonderful, good intentioned human being, who truly wants to improve the quality of their life, what is best for you should be best for others.
The world needs more fulfilled human beings, because hurt people, hurt people.
Ignorance and apathy are the two root causes of all human suffering, and knowledge and care is the cure.

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As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

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“Start to take saving and investing particularly seriously, and as early as possible.” Simon Brady

We know that we need to invest in our financial future, but tackling it can be so daunting and downright overwhelming. It however doesn’t have to be that hard, especially for young people who still have the time and potential to accomplish their financial goals. Simon Brady helps people to plan their personal finances, and insists that the only person in charge of taking care of your financial future is yourself.

Simon Brady grew up in London but came to Wall Street in the late 1980s as a trader. He worked there for over 20 years in both currencies and equities before turning to personal financial planning and setting up his own fee-only firm, Anglia Advisors, which is a personal finance and investment consultant that specializes in working with younger individuals, couples and families looking to secure their financial futures.

In today’s episode, Simon talks about his practice and why it is important that people start to take investment matters seriously.

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https://www.angliaadvisors.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonbradyny/

https://www.instagram.com/angliaadvisors/

I originally grew up in London and came over here in a trading capacity in the late 1980s.
I got qualified as a certified financial planner and set up my own firm, Anglia advisors.
My compensation method is completely different where I work per hour basis and with that model, I was able to work with younger people who have a lot going on and need a lot of hand-holding.
I love it when people come to me at an early stage because there's so much we can do if you give me 40 years of time horizon.
The transactional commission based financial advisors are not really incentivized to talk to you about that they can't monetize.
I get paid the same regardless of what we are talking about, so I can have a very wide range of conversation topics with people.
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When someone reaches out to me, I always want to try and establish in that first discussion why they are reaching out.
I establish what kind of agenda we're going to put together, and it really is up to the client to put the agenda together.
The pandemic reminded quite a few people about their mortality which sort of reinforced that very unexpected things can happen.
There has been an increase in the general awareness that you can plan your life out in the way that you want to.
Some people that come to me do so because they've got a plan and they want me to come back and endorse what they're doing.
The delegators outsource everything about their finances to me, and my model permits me to work with all these people.
The best time to start saving and investing is during your first week at your first job, the second best time is now.
Start to take saving and investing particularly seriously, as early as possible.

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As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

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“Applied knowledge is power, so take what you learn and do something about it.” Mark Willis

Financial literacy is important when it comes to our relationship with money. However, being financially literate is not enough to unlock generational financial success. As Mark Willis notes, applying the financial knowledge and skills effectively when making financial decisions is the key to growing wealth and achieving financial success.

Mark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future. After graduating with six figures of student loan debt and discovering a way to turn his debt into real wealth as he watched everybody lose their retirement savings and home equity in 2008, he knew that he needed to find a more predictable way to meet his financial objectives and those of his clients.

Mark is a Certified Financial Planner™, a three time #1 Best Selling Author, the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois and co-host of the Not Your Average Financial Podcast™. Over the years, he has helped hundreds of his clients take back control of their financial future and build their businesses with proven, tax-efficient financial solutions unknown to most financial gurus. He has become known as “Not Your Average Financial Planner!”

In today’s episode, mark talks about some of the strategies to use to protect yourself against financial losses, and get to live a financially secure life.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/marklakegrowth/

https://twitter.com/LakeGrowth

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https://www.facebook.com/lakegrowth

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The inflation conversation has quickly become a prevailing discussion that I have with my clients.
The mandate of the Federal Reserve has always been to keep inflation at about 2% to ensure that there is price stability and low unemployment.
They do that through a number of different tools, the most famous one being quantitative easing or money printing.
There are some strategies that you can use to help you get the wind of inflation at your back, rather than it being a headwind.
The wind is at your back if you've got strategies that actually do better in a higher inflation environment.
If we can help folks think like a bank, that helps them break free to a smart and stable financial future.
Our lives change when we start thinking categorically different and start to have a different conversation.
The lower your interest rate, the cheaper the money is to get access to, and the more stuff you can buy, and vice versa.
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In the concept ‘Buy Borrow Die,’ the first step is to buy assets that go up in value.
The key here is you got to buy an asset that generally doesn't kick off any income because if you have no income, you pay no income tax.
The next step is to borrow against all those major inflated assets since loans are not considered income by the IRS.
The third and final step is to die, which means that when a billionaire passes away, their assets will get a step up in basis.
One of the challenges of buying stocks is that if the interest rate rises too high and there is too much inflation, the stock valuations go down.
Life insurance as a financial vehicle is a way to adopt the ‘Buy Borrow Die,’ strategy without the risk of going broke.
Applied knowledge is power, so take what you learn and do something about it.

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As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

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“It's that authenticity of stepping into who you really are that is attractive to everyone else, and which creates the easiest path of success.” Melissa Kirk

In order to achieve your desired purpose, it is important that you align your passion with your work. By following your passion, there is a greater likelihood that money and success will follow automatically. This is according to Melissa Kirk, who also notes that starting from a place of authenticity, and believing in yourself, really matters when pursuing success.

Melissa Kirk Consulting offers the comprehensive capabilities and deep industry knowledge necessary to help you solve the most complex issues of your inner blueprint. Since they opened their doors in 2008, each year they have had a bigger list of returning and new clients.

People hire Melissa Kirk, to get results they have sought after, explore her out of the box ideas, use her expertise to find and align with their passion and purpose, shift their mindset to be empowered and create the lifestyle they desire. She helps them find and purchase their dream home, attract the clients they want to work with, improve their relationships, systemize and grow their business, and improve their health. She helps them to get to the root of the issues going on in their lives and turn things around to match their dreams, goals and aspirations.

In today’s episode, Melissa talks about her consulting business and how she helps people align with their greatest purpose.

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https://www.melissakirk.com/

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My journey has been about finding my place and my purpose, and helping awaken people and get them aligned with who they are.
When I'm working with my clients, it's about teaching them what they love to do, and who they are on a soul level so that they can just have that money come to them.
Everyone over the last couple years has really had to think about things differently, and find new ways of reinventing themselves.
One of the things for me was finding ways of working less and making more.
The point is to figure out how to set and maintain the level of income that I want going forward, and that's usually a mindset ceiling.
When we get so stressed out about money, our body releases cortisol which makes it not work right.
One thing that I've noticed is that when I start to get stressed about money, I pay attention and I head it off before it gets full blown.
The biggest problem that I find when I'm working with people is that they recognize there's a problem, but don't really have any idea or solution of how to get out of it.
The worst thing that we do to ourselves, is compare ourselves to other people.
One thing that I learned and help my clients with is, it doesn't matter what someone else is doing, we all have a unique proposition and a way that we help.
One thing that sometimes people miss is not realizing who they are is their formula, and they start to complicate it to be more.
It's that authenticity of stepping into who you really are that is attractive to everyone else, and which creates the easiest path of success.
A lot of times, it's just giving my client the permission by laying it all out for them and telling them that they can walk into this.
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The key is doing the things that I'm good at because there's a big clarity and understanding why you're doing it.
One thing I realized when I was in my law of attraction coaching program was to really go with the flow of life.
Acceptance, and finding the natural way that you're designed to operate is very key in getting rid of the struggle and getting into our own bliss in the search for pleasure.
Get help for whatever hurdle you are working through it, because nobody out there that is successful did it on their own.
Live your life in authenticity and understanding your why on doing it.

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As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

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What makes a great television interview? Consider it a performance!

Behind every performance, there are thousands of tiny details that hold a show together, and scenic lighting is one of the key pillars when it comes to the power of visibility. Knowing how and when to put these pieces of aesthetics together, so that they can create the needed effect, is an art form in itself. This is according to Alan Blacher, who’s love for lighting was evident from a young age, and has over the years turned numerous media projects from mundane to vibrant.

Alan has spent decades as the go-to guru for lighting design on major talk shows and media performances. Alan’s love of lighting was kindled in high school, where stage productions led him eventually to Broadway, along the way learning lighting for theatre, dance, and eventually television. With his experience, he also found the opportunity to create innovation in lighting and use it to the advance of many of the elements of live television that we take for granted today.

Today Alan oversees a team of specialists who continue to provide excellence in lighting, even when the world of in-person studio taping has been hard-hit by the pandemic. He stays as motivated as ever to make sure the on-camera futures are bight.

In this snippet from the full-length interview, Alan talks about his diverse experiences as a lighting designer and the effects especially for performing arts and television.

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As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference that will be happening soon.

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How do you maximize your content to reach more people?

In any media initiative, content must be at the core. It is the main substance in any digital campaign which attracts audiences to connect with your brand. However, creating and publishing content is not enough to generate significant awareness and engagement. Promoting the content to ensure that it reaches as many people as possible is equally important. This is according to Hassan Younes, who also notes that it all starts with identifying the relevant platforms and learning on how to use them to promote your content.

Dr. Hassan Younes is an international speaker, #1 Best-Selling author and a successful entrepreneur. He has a background in aerospace engineering, Business Administration, organizational change, and business management across multiple diverse industries, with over two decades in the education and training sector.

Throughout his professional career, Hassan has utilized his skills and experience in business management to build a successful vocational training organization, multiple travel agencies, build an international education facility in the Philippines and managed investment and property development projects.

In this snippet from the full-length interview, Hassan talks about how he uses YouTube as platform to reach more people with his content.

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Social Media Handles

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hassan-younes/

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/official.hassanyounes?_rdc=1&_rdr

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEcorEWR4UhrdPHbLWShqCg

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As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference that will be happening soon.

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How do you cut through all the noise in media and get your voice to be heard far and wide?

In a world with endless channels of information, having a powerful message is not enough to drive growth. In order to have a positive impact, coupling this message with cutting edge tools and technology can accelerate the process of getting it in front of the right audience. This is according to Ragne Sinikas, who also notes that to stand out, you have to do things differently.

Ragne Sinikas is a global marketer focused on helping brands go from presence to profit. It is her mission to help every person realize and unlock their true potential, and she believes that everyone has a powerful message that can help impact the world.

Ragne is passionate about helping brands:

Get their message in front of millions of people around the world
Tap into a multi-billion-dollar market
Add new income streams to their business portfolios
Be on the cutting-edge of technology
Take advantage of the power of TV

Through Starpreneurs.TV, Ragne helps businesses create their own TV shows and on to leading streaming TV platforms.

In this snippet from the from the full-length interview, Ragne talks about her focus on television as a means to get access to people and putting your message out there.

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Clubhouse: RagneSinikas

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As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference that will be happening soon.

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How do you showcase your expertise in a media interview?

When it comes to media interviews, there is no substitute for preparation. And as Eddie Bailey notes, getting your scripts in order is important. However it is important to that the participants do not robotically follow the scripts, but learn to just let the conversation to flow.

Eddie Bailey discovered his knack for storytelling during his formative years. Early on, Bailey relocated to Atlanta and found himself stepping into the next Southern music mecca - a development that would pique his interest in media. Seeking to build on this interest, Bailey entered the prestigious Howard University as a film studies major.

Upon graduation, Bailey made the next logical step and set his sights on opportunities to grow as a media maker and storyteller in New York City’s film and television community. Bailey soon became an in-demand production assistant with multiple networks effortlessly ascending the ranks. With his incomparable reputation in tow, it wasn’t long before Bailey was able to transition from production assistant to story producer. He excelled in his new role on various episodes of television series.

Following a confluence of events, including the 2007 writers’ strike and the 2008 recession, Bailey was inspired to construct his own lane by laying the foundation for his new production company: The Savoy Media Group. Ultimately, Bailey’s goal with The Savoy Media Group reaches far beyond just creating compelling stories. He is convinced that it’s his mission to imbue his passion with a deeper sense of purpose at such a critical time in history.

In this snippet from his full-length interview, Eddie talks about how to prepare for and conduct a media interview successfully.

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http://www.thesavoymediagroup.com/

https://www.facebook.com/TheSavoyMediaGroup/

https://twitter.com/savoymediagroup

https://vimeo.com/eddiesavoybailey

https://www.instagram.com/savoymediagroup/

https://www.instagram.com/MemphisMajic/

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Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

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How do you make it in media?

Preparation is key when it comes to delivering memorable media interviews. However, Laurie Gilbert, notes that the ability to work collaboratively rather than competing, as well as asking for help whenever necessary, can be really helpful in propelling people to succeed.

Laurie Gilbertson is a dynamic, passionate and poised communicator, whether in the courtroom, the classroom or on television. After a successful legal career encompassing criminal prosecution, government service, media appearances and non-profit work, Laurie formed Tribeca Blue Consulting to bring her unique brand of enthusiasm, dedication and skill to teaching people how to use powerful and creative presentations, public speaking and on-camera appearances to connect with their clients and their audiences.

Laurie studied Government and English at Cornell University, where she wrote features for the Cornell Daily Sun and honed her public speaking by delivering hourly news updates on the campus radio station. She is licensed to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court and the bars of the States of New York, Colorado and Maryland.

In this snippet from her full-length interview, Laurie talks about how she transitioned from being the district attorney to being an on-camera legal analyst. She also talks about the importance of embracing a collaborative attitude.

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Social Media Handles

https://www.tribecablueconsulting.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriegilbertson/

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Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

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How do you create an unbeatable connection with your audience?

Being in media can be overwhelming, especially when you consider the number of people listening to you. However, Tom Bergeron believes that making great connections with your audience starts with the desire to connect with a single person, which can then be built from there.

Tom Bergeron is an Emmy-award winning television host. You probably know him from America's Funniest Home Videos (2001-2015) and Dancing with the Stars (2005-2019).

His first job in broadcasting was as a disc jockey at local radio station WHAV, in his home town of Haverhill, Massachusetts. Tom has since become an on-air personality where he has hosted multiple show in different media stations, and has contributed his views on Evening Magazine.

In this snippet from his full-length interview, Tom talks about how his career came together through unexpected opportunities. He also gives insights on why it is important to consider how your message impacts people.

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Social Media Handles

https://tombergeron.com/

https://www.instagram.com/tombergeron/?hl=en

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-bergeron-1861b899/

https://twitter.com/Tom_Bergeron

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Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st.

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What makes a great media interview?

Your message is certainly important. However, when it comes to live TV, there are a lot more factors that play a crucial role to ensuring that your message successfully reaches your audience. These basics, as Tom Wisnosky notes, say a lot about you and the brand that you are representing.

As a producer and director, Tom Wisnosky thinks of himself as a storyteller first and a juggler second. Whether he’s directing a “cast of thousands” during the live 6-hour Countdown to Super Bowl XLVIII or producing a Wynton Marsalis concert, Tom succeeds because telling the story well means keeping several creative, albeit metaphorical, balls in the air.

In addition to telling stories for BuzzFeed’s Profile and ABC’s Good Morning America Weekend, Tom has directed live, live-to-tape and prerecorded programming for ABC, PBS, Discovery, Buzzfeed, Tribune Media, and private clients. He collaborated with Peabody and Emmy award-winning journalist Bob Woodruff on Focus Earth with Bob Woodruff for Discovery’s Planet Green Channel.

Tom has also directed popular events, hundreds of celebrity interviews, pregame shows, and also adapted and produced live televised scenes from Broadway’s 42nd Street, Stomp, Rent, Hairspray and Little Shop of Horrors. As session trumpet player, Tom’s love for music shines when he produces live performances for multiple top musicians. In addition to his busy career as a director, Tom served as Mayor of the small town he calls home.

In this snippet from his full-length interview, Tom talks about the challenges of directing and managing live TV, as well as some of the qualities that have propelled him to succeed in media.

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Social Media Handles

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-wisnosky-05411613/

Website: https://tomwisnosky.wordpress.com/

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

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Are you looking for tips on how to get your hair camera-ready?

Gregg Giannillo is an expert at making his clients look effortlessly polished, both on and off camera.

With almost 20 years of experience in the beauty industry, Gregg Giannillo is undoubtedly one of the most influential magnates in the beauty business today.

He has coiffed the manes of countless celebrities – Venessa Williams, Lara Spencer, Raquel Zimmerman, Beyoncé, Kathie Lee Gifford and Olivia Palermo, just to name a few. He’s been a staple on every major red carpet – The Oscars, Grammy’s, CFDA Fashion Awards, Emmy’s, People’s Choice, Golden Globes and SAG Awards – plus blockbuster movie premieres, press Junkets and more.

The incomparable precision of Gregg Giannillo’s haircuts have attained a “cult-like” following. Recognized as a true expert in his field, Giannillo has served as beauty expert on the nationally syndicated television show, Better, for over 5 years, and has lent his expertise to ABC’s Good Morning America, AlloyTV, OKTV, and BeautyBoss in numerous make-over and ‘how -to’ segments

In this snippet from the full-length interview, Giannillo talks about the ups and downs of supporting his clients on live TV, as well as how to fix a quick look that is presentable.

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Social Media Handles

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregg-giannillo-b6b669b/

https://web.facebook.com/giannillo?_rdc=1&_rdr

https://twitter.com/giannillo

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

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Who is in your list of contacts?

Val Nicholas knows the power and importance of effective networking. According to Val, your connections are a resource that can provide possibilities for advancement and opportunities that increase your chances of personal and professional success.

Val spent nearly 25 years with NBC News as well as a short stint with ABC’s Creative Department. A recipient of 24 Emmy nominations and winner of seven, Val Nicholas has had an incredibly impressive career. He is currently the SVP/Creative Director with Summit Media Corporation, but he has several other projects in motion.

As Co-Owner of “Eyes on Target Productions,” the company has produced a documentary called 10 Weeks, airing now on Roku. Val is a Founder and Principal in “Second Thought Productions,” and a Strategy Executive with Curtco, a podcast company which is about to launch an immersive, Dolby-surround sci-fi scripted podcast called Solar, with stars like Helen Hunt and Alan Cumming headlining the all-star case. Always eager to serve critical causes, he also sits on the Boards of several non-profit organizations

Val’s interests include music, outdoor athletics and Tae Kwon Do, in which he holds a black belt. Val happily reside in California with his wife, Anne.

In this snippet from our full-length interview, Val talks about the critical importance of meaningful connections.

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Social Media Handles:

Website: https://www.summitmediacorp.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/val-nicholas-0aa15515/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/curtcomedia/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/curtcomedia

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/CurtCoMedia/?_rdc=1&_rdr

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

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Which is the best color in the world?

It is said that the best color is the one that looks good on you, and everyday Andrea Fairweather enjoys the opportunity to play with, and create color combinations that fit each person’s unique tone.

Andrea Fairweather is the founder of Fairweather Faces and a pioneer in the mobile beauty business. She has also worked her makeup and beauty magic in multiple entertainment genres, including television, music videos, dance, film, and commercials. Fairweather Faces is home to the most coveted Celebrity brushes used by leading ladies in Hollywood, and Andrea Fairweather is the woman behind the flawless faces of some of the most beautiful women on television.

She is the trusted makeup artist to multiple celebrities and media icons, women and men alike. Andrea’s work can be seen on ASPIRE, Disney, Disney Junior, The Insider, Entertainment Tonight, Good Morning America, 20/20, Nightline, Nickelodeon, Law and Order, The History Channel, CNN, ESPN, VH1, and BET, just to name a few. Her advice has graced the pages of O Magazine, People Magazine, Real Simple, Allure, The New York Times, and many more top national publications!

Andrea knows that time and money are two of the biggest factors when it comes to a woman’s beauty routine, and that women have special cosmetic needs that are often overlooked. She created Fairweather Faces’ revolutionary (Patented) Color Coded Beauty™ makeup system to help women sort through the clutter and learn the tricks of the trade. Everyone deserves the luxury of a professional makeup artist and now women can apply flawless makeup in a few simple steps.

In this snippet from her full-length episode on Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, Andrea pulls back the curtain on how men and women can look their best when going on-camera.

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Social Media Handles:

https://fairweatherfaces.com/

https://www.facebook.com/fairweatherfaces/

https://twitter.com/FairweatherFace

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEKRpdPv9P3bIPh1HxOTZjQ/f

https://www.pinterest.com/fairweatherface/_created/

https://www.instagram.com/fairweatherfacestbk/?r=nametag

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

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What makes a story newsworthy? Our guest today receives thousands of story pitches every week, and today she shares her top tips for making sure your story stands out.

Christine Bowley is the Assistant News Director at 6abc Action News in Philadelphia. In her role, she’s helped to recruit and grow talent, as well as shift the news room towards today’s new digital streaming goals and platforms. For a story to be considered newsworthy, it has to be appealing to the media as well as the public. But she also discusses the critical importance of understanding who to approach, and the right time to engage them.

Christine started her career in Washington DC after graduating from the University of Maryland with a Broadcast Journalism and Economics Double Major. Since then, she has produced news casts in Raleigh, North Carolina, where she won 2 regional Emmys and also earned her MBA. She led news rooms in Jacksonville and Tampa, Florida before returning to the North East.

In this short snippet from her full-length interview, Christine talks about what people can do to gain the attention of the News Directors like her.

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Social Media Handles:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-bowley-1296827/

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

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As with every opportunity, broadcasting comes with its commensurable challenges. However, with the right preparation and approach, anyone can effectively communicate and deliver messages succinctly and clearly. As the longest running female host ever on early morning television, Joan Lunden has always stood out, and she highlights enthusiasm as a key ingredient to becoming the best on air.

Joan Lunden is an award-winning journalist, best-selling author, television host and a motivational speaker. She has been a trusted voice in American homes for more than forty years. For nearly two decades, Lunden greeted viewers each morning in Good Morning America, making her the longest running female host ever on early morning television.

In this snippet from her full-length interview, Lunden taps into her extensive experience and shares phenomenal insights with people who want more news interview.

Social Media Handles

Website: https://www.joanlunden.com/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/JoanLunden

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/joanlunden/_saved/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joanlunden/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanlunden/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/JoanLunden

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/JoanLunden?_rdc=1&_rdr

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

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The technical aspects in media production can influence a story as well as the perspective of the audience. While it is important to consider the context when choosing the technical tools to use, Paul Glaser believes that keeping everything simple is the best way to go for individuals who are broadcasting remotely.

With 12 Emmy Nominations, 1 Emmy Award, and a DuPont Columbia Award under his belt, Paul Glaser is one of the most innovative, experienced and respected Broadcast Sound Engineers in the business. In May this year, Paul marks 45 years at the American Broadcasting Company in New York. He has had multiple roles from mixer to the technical planning of large special television events, working in the White House, and his contributions have helped put new shows on the air from their inception. Paul’s strengths include technical engineering, management of manpower and making the complexities simple.

Paul is constantly responding to unprecedented challenges helping the network inform viewers around the world. He currently mixes more live Television at ABC than almost any other sound person working in TV today.

In this snippet from his full-length interview, Paul talks about the importance of getting the technical aspects of media right.

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Social media handles;

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulhglaser/

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

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Preparation is the single most important part of making and having successful media interviews. This is according to Craig Syracusa, who believes that by avoiding short cuts, and dedicating as much time as possible preparing, an interviewer is able to communicate with others and connect with the audience constructively.

Craig Syracusa has been in the entertainment business for the last 25 years. He is a four-time Emmy-nominated executive producer and director. He is also the creator and host of the nationally syndicated talk show, ‘Walk in Faith.’

In this snippet from his full-length episode, Craig shares insights on how to put your best foot forward as an interviewee or an interviewer.

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Social Media Handles;

Website: https://godsplanproductions.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-syracusa-5a52795/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/syracusa61

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

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Many people have a story to tell. However, Hope Horwitz advices that it is important to understand what to pitch and what not to pitch to a journalist. By knowing what the journalist wants, one is able to provide relevant and consistent pitches that have higher chances of being responded to positively.

Hope Horwitz knows that a great story is everything, and that the stories she tells help boost opportunities for her clients and ratings for her media partners. She has had an illustrious career in PR and has directed some fun and rewarding PR campaigns.

In this snippet from her full-length episode, on Shock Your Potential Virtual Conference, Hope shares some insights on what makes a story to be considered newsworthy.

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Hope’s Social Media Handles

Website: https://www.fhpublicrelations.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hopehorwitz/

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st.

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

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Do you ever wonder what it takes to be a good guest on live television?

Being on live television as a guest can be nerve wrecking for many people. However, understanding some of the things you can do as you engage with your audience and the media team, will help you make the most out of your time on air. Nydia Han has first hand experience on what it takes to be a guest on life television, and she comes with a lot of tips and insights on being a great guest.

Nydia Han co-anchors six ABC Action News Sundays in Philadelphia. She's also the station's consumer investigative reporter and in that role, she gets real results for Action News viewers by troubleshooting issues and exposing scams as well as dangerous products. Nydia is also committed to using our platform to uplift empower, and give voice to traditionally underrepresented marginalized groups. She's the recipient of multiple awards, including the Pearl S. Buck International Woman of Influence Award, the NAAAP Inspire Award, and the global Voice Award from the World Women's Summit. She was also named ‘Outstanding Ally’ of diversity and inclusion by The Philadelphia Inquirer.

Listen in as Nydia shares her tips on how to show up and making the most of media appearances.

Social Media Handles;

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nydiahan/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/nydia_han

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nydiahan/

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is a one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As a part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professionals to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of the launch celebration, you can participate for free in the Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st .

To learn more about the platform and conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com

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How do you make sure that your media pitch maximizes your chances of getting coverage?

Often, people in media are flooded with many issues that need their time and attention. Knowing what to include in your pitch will increase the chances of it getting the attention it deserves, and even getting your story covered by your favorite media outlet. Having had a long career working in the media, Monika Kelly knows too well the dos and don’ts to consider when making a pitch.

Monika Kelly started her career in radio in her late 20s as an intern with a popular urban radio morning show. Despite this not being what she had intended for her career, she’s over the years worked in many different genres, like country, classic rock, adult hits, and more. Today, Monika is the On-Air personality and news reporter at a nationwide Christian radio station called KLOVE.

Monika loves a great homemade latte, trips to San Francisco and beautiful sunny days. She currently lives in Northern California with her family.

Listen in and be enlightened on how to present a winning media pitch.

Monica’s Social Media Handles;

https://www.klove.com/djs/monika-kelly

https://www.linkedin.com/in/monika-kelly-3a419647/

https://twitter.com/monikakelly?lang=en

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is one a of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As a part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professional to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of the launch celebration, you can participate for free in the Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st .

To learn more about the platform and conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com

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Jamie Hess has genuine love for health and wellness. She is a TV personality and co-creator of the popular Instagram account, @NYCfitfam with her husband George. After getting engaged on a treadmill at Barry’s Bootcamp, the duo began documenting their adventures as a fit couple, and now a fit family, on social media. Today, they share tips on fitness, nutrition, mindfulness, and parenting and have been named one of the "7 Fittest Couples on Instagram."

Jamie contributes on-air wellness advice & lifestyle tips to hundreds of shows including, Dr. Oz, TODAY, Good Morning America, and more. She is the face of Zuda Activewear on QVC, and co-host of Off the Gram podcast (one of the The 40 Best Podcasts to Listen to in 2020 So Far by Good Housekeeping). She is the creator of a breakthrough program called The Big Ask, through which she coaches hundreds of women each year towards achieving their goals.

In 2020, Jamie & George moved from the heart of New York City to the suburbs of Pennsylvania where they now happily reside with their two boys, Mason and Asher.

Jamie’s Social Media Handles;

Website: https://www.nycfitfam.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nycfitfam/?hl=en

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/NYCfitfam?_rdc=1&_rdr

You tube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6eWu8IVbR0

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is one a of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

As a part of the launch of the platform, CEO Michael Sherlock, along with co-host Eddie Luisi, stage manager for Good Morning America, have interviewed 25 media personalities and professional to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of their guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of the launch celebration, you can participate for free in the Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st.

To learn more about the platform and conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com

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Publicity is very important especially for people who intend to take their businesses to the next level. By leveraging the power of media, entrepreneurs get to boost their credibility and visibility exponentially. Christina Daves breaks down the elephant that is PR into simple actionable tips to guide business people effectively manage their publicity.

Christina is a PR strategist and the best-selling author of a book called PR For Anyone: 100 PLUS Affordable Ways To Easily Create Buzz For Your Business. She is also the author of the number one best-selling book, The DIY Guide to Free Publicity. In this book, she shares her journey of landing exposure for a product she invented. Having no resources for advertising or hiring a PR firm when she first got started, she taught herself everything she could about generating her own publicity. In the first year of business, she ended up appearing in over 50 media outlets.

She's since appeared in over 1000 local and national media outlets and is a regular contributor on Good Morning Washington. Christina, together with her clients, has over 1 billion views and has generated over 100 million in sales from free publicity.

Listen in to learn more!

Christina Social Media Handles:

Website: https://christinadaves.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinadaves/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/prforanyone

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Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

Shock Your Media Potential is one a of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

We have interviewed 25 media personalities and professional to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of our guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st, together with my co-host, Eddie Luisi

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

PR for Anyone: 100+ Affordable Ways to Easily Create Buzz for Your Business

The DIY Guide to FREE Publicity: 100+ Things You Can Do to Get Media Coverage for Your Business Now

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Spencer Christian still finds joy in his career fifty years later. He has long been known to be the energetic and ever smiling media personality.

Spencer has held many positions in media ranging from news reporting, weather forecasting, sportscaster and talk show hosting among many others. Through all his time in media, Spencer has travelled the world, interviewed six presidents, reported on numerous national and international events and many more. Spencer is also the author of the best selling book titled, You Bet Your Life: How I Survived Jim Crow Racism, Hurricane Chasing, and Gambling.

Expect to be inspired as you listen to Spencer talk about his journey, the challenges he has faced, as well as the highlights of his career.

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Shock Your Media Potential is one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

We have interviewed 25 media personalities and professional to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of our guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st, together with my co-host, Eddie Luisi

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

You Bet Your Life: How I Survived Jim Crow Racism, Hurricane Chasing, and Gambling

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What can people who want more time in front of a news camera do in order to become news worthy?

Having had significant media experience from a tender age of 11, Pavlina Osta has a ton of insights to share for anyone who wishes to stand out in media.

In the course of her life, Pavlina Osta has accomplished the unimaginable. She is an award-winning multimedia personality and she's a best-selling author of 20 Things Every Motivated 20-Somethings Should Know. She's a content creator, producer, host, serial entrepreneur among others. She's constantly interviewed about pop culture and at age 11, she hosted her first radio talk show.

In her media journalism career, Pavlina has interviewed over 600 notable celebrities, and has in the process earned herself a Guinness World Record for the most radio interviews conducted in a 24 hour period, which was 347.

Now today, at age 24, this groundbreaking Gen Z commentator continues to make waves and impact in the media industry, especially in her new position as news anchor for TV 6 in Marquette, Michigan.

Listen and find out what you can learn.

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Shock Your Media Potential is one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

We have interviewed 25 media personalities and professional to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of our guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st, together with my co-host, Eddie Luisi

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

20 Things Every Motivated 20-Something Should Know

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“Getting your content and your message out there is so powerful, and video is the best way to do it.” Howard Zales

As times change, we experience new ways that we can use to reach out to the world and tell our stories. With the development of technology, more and more possibilities continue to be unveiled and with them, come both positives and challenges. Our guest today Howard Zales, has experienced both sides of the divide and says that video broadcasting is the way to go especially in the current age.

Howard Zales is an Emmy Award winning Camera Operator who turned his passion for television broadcasting into several entrepreneurial endeavors. Howie created HJZ Productions, Inc in the year 2000 to address the need for professional level sports crewing/staffing in the New York market. Under his leadership, HJZ Productions grew to a multi-million-dollar nationwide provider of top talent in the broadcasting field.

In 2019, Howie and his team founded Viridity Entertainment Services, Inc. (VES) which initially focused on staffing in non-union markets. With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020, they quickly pivoted to offering best in class, broadcast quality livestreams of professional sports shows and interviews, corporate interviews and meetings, and religious services. In addition, Howie took his love of the television production business and created The TV Sports Course, a hands-on training boot camp for the next generation of television crew professionals.

Howie is a graduate of the State University of New York at Plattsburgh’s Mass Communication program.

In today’s episode, Howie will talk more about how he was able to identify and pursue business opportunities in the media space. He will also provide insights into what having the best production tools, equipment, and spaces is all about.

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Social Media Handles

LinkedIn Self: https://www.linkedin.com/in/howardzales/

LinkedIn Business: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hjzproductions/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/hjzprodinc

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hjzprod/?hl=en

I started off my career as a camera operator, and worked for NBC Sports and the World Wrestling Entertainment for 25 years.
It is important to me to kind of give back and help others, so I'm all about training the younger generation of people to coach and help them get into the business.
I started HJZ Productions after I realized that there was a business opportunity in staffing sports and entertainment events, and we turned the business into a multimillion-dollar enterprise.
The changes in the TV industry provided another opportunity for us to where we started a business to serve our clients, both with their remote crews and their and their local crews.
Up until COVID, I was still shooting camera and our business HJZ Productions and Viridity Entertainment Services were going strong.
I keep up on the industry and I educate myself a lot as an entrepreneur, because then if you stay stagnant, you're not going to grow.
In June, our first company HJZ Productions was hired by West Point to produce the graduation for the cadets and their families because their families can come because of COVID.
My education started with the live streaming and I found ways to monetize the knowledge I had acquired through my business.
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When I was shooting camera, I met a lot of people and heard a ton of inspiring stories, and the live stream has just brought in a whole new horizon of what we're capable of doing.
In live streaming, you need to invest in fast speed and reliable internet.
You also want to invest in a good microphone such as Yeti blues.
Your cameras are also important, and you want to be able to control the focus rather than having the autofocus on.
Good lighting is also important, making sure that you have light on either side of you, and one above the head from the back side.
Be sure to turn your Wi Fi off when using Ethernet because your computer will use Wi fi first if it is set on position
Getting your content and your message out there is so powerful, and video is the best way to do it.

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Thank you to our March Sponsor! Shock Your Media Potential is one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock your media potential is here for you.

We have interviewed 25 media personalities and professional to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of our guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st, together with my co-host, Eddie Luisi

To learn more about our platform and our conference today, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

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“You have to think of ways that are creative and outside the box in order to grab people’s attention.” Andrea Nicholson

Growing a successful career takes hard work. This is true even when granted with opportunities that have potential to propel us to greater heights, such as media exposure. Our guest today Andrea Nicholson, was thrust into the limelight early on in her career, and says that it takes hard work to become the best, the media only amplifies who you really are.

Since the early age of thirteen, Andrea has been consumed by the art of food. She is a creator, teacher and connoisseur.

Andrea is a Red Seal certified chef who received her culinary training at George Brown College in Toronto. Her professional experience includes positions in respected Toronto restaurants and culinary institutes such as Luce, Via Allegro, The Fifth, Humber College, George Brown College, 35 Elm, Trattoria Nervosa, and Partner/Culinary Director of Great Cooks, as well as traveling the culinary globe and working with internationally acclaimed chefs and the world renowned 6 star luxury liner Regent Seven Seas.

Andrea also trained in New York City under Roberto Caporuscio and holds a diploma from the A.P.N. of Naples, Italy, distinguishing her as a certified Pizzaiuoli.

Andrea’s passion for food is evident in her masterful creations, which celebrate the purity of local and seasonal ingredients. Supporting sustainability, Canadian farmers, purveyors and Ocean Wise is the central tenet of her cuisine. Through this love of local and seasonal produce, Andrea created her own artisan product line called Killer Condiments which is available across Canada.

Andrea’s Food Network stardom originated when she appeared as a contestant on Season 1 of Top Chef Canada. She has been a host on The Marilyn Denis Show, Restaurant Takeover and is currently a judge on Food Network’s and Cooking Channels Fire Masters.

Andrea currently owns the wildly popular Butchie’s Restaurant. She is also the owner of the product line Killer Condiments and a great mama to Elliott.

In today’s episode, Andrea talks to us about her journey to becoming one of the most prominent and recognized chef not only in Canada, but around the world as well.

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Social Media Handles:

LinkedIn Self: linkedin.com/in/andrea-nicholson-56121a32

Twitter self: https://twitter.com/Andrea_N

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefandreanicholson/?hl=en

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/chefandreanicholson

I'm on my 20th year now in the restaurant business.
I started off as a young, aspiring chef and food was always at the forefront of my life, and I credit a lot of my passion for food to my grandmother, my dad and my mom.
I got my first kitchen job when I was 13, worked at the best restaurants in Toronto moving and learning as much as I could.
I went to culinary school and at 19, I went to work on the cruise ship, because there was nothing left in Toronto to offer.
I came back to Toronto and I started running a couple kitchens.
I applied for Top Chef and became a contestant on the first season of Top Chef Canada, which was a interesting experience and a stepping stone that opened up so many different possibilities.
I later had my son and became jobless, but focused on and expanded my condiments business.
I then went to host Restaurant Takeover, which was amazing, because it brought me back into the restaurant world again.
I had set a goal for myself that by the time I was 30, I would own my own restaurant independent of any partners or angel investors.
I went back and did Top Chef All Stars and I came in fourth position, which again opened up so many doors for me.
Now I'm judge on Fire Masters , which is such an amazing show.
For someone who owns a barbecue and restaurants, being a judge on a barbecue show, has really helped out a lot.
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A big takeaway from doing Restaurant Takeover was that I ended up opening up Butchies which is a Meat + Three restaurant.
Kitchens are a place where you want to have to be there, otherwise you will produce crappy food with no love.
In my restaurant, I tried my best to have people who love what they do and who want to see growth, and this has really helped to keep the turnover low.
We have an inclusive and diverse workforce that is 96% female, because I enjoy surrounding myself with women due to our abilities.
Often times I struggle with questions of how to stay relevant and to how to keep going, and I find that it is all about networking.
It is important to find the right people and being proactive to reach them, as well as understanding that in order to make money, you have to invest in yourself and believe in your abilities.
You have to think of ways that are creative and outside the box to grab people’s attention.

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Thank you to our March Sponsor! Shock Your Media Potential is one of a kind platform that connects vetted experts with news professionals around the globe.

Do you want to be a go to expert that news reporters, anchors and media producers turn to? Are you a media professional looking for credible, reliable and timely guests? Shock Your Media Potential is here for you.

We have interviewed 25 media personalities and professional to ask them the questions you need to know the answers to in order to become more newsworthy, pitch your story better, and get invited back again and again, and much more. Some of our guests are household names, with exceptional on-camera careers. Others are award-winning directors, producers, camera operators, audio engineers, celebrity hair and makeup professionals, and so much more.

As a part of our launch celebration, you can participate for free in our Shock Your Media Potential virtual conference, running March 28th through April 1st, together with my co-host, Eddie Luisi

To learn more about our platform and our conference, go to https://www.shockyourmediapotential.com.

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Looking back on some of our top favorite guests of all time has been a great exercise, and one filled with gratitude. Not only because guests like Margy Feldhuhn inspire us, but also because they have had an impact on our company. We have been honored to receive numerous excellent guests from the company she operates alongside the founder Jessica Rhodes, Interview Connections.

We also want to thank Thomas J who left us a nice review of the Shock Your Potential Podcast, along with a 5-star rating on iTunes!

Meet Margy Feldhuhn, the co- owner and CEO of Interview Connections, which is a podcast booking agency that offers clients a high-touch, concierge-level experience while getting you booked to guest on podcasts. Margy and her business partner Jessica lead an in-house staff of over 20 full time employees in their (now Virtual) Rhode Island office, and have successfully scaled the agency to 7 figures.

Margy joined the company in 2016 as a contractor, becoming the first employee in 2017 and equal co-owner by 2018. She has helped to quickly scale the business by designing and implementing systems to increase revenue, streamline operations and achieve the highest quality client experience. She has taken on a creative role in the agency as well, co-hosting and producing podcast and video content for the podcast We Get It, Your Dad Died.

In 2021, Margy won First Prize in the Best Podcast category at the Rhode Island International Film Festival for her podcast We Get It, Your Dad Died. Being a podcaster herself and a client in her own business, Margy uses Interview Connections to get booked on other podcasts.

When she’s not busy recording her own shows or running the business, Margy is active in animal rescue, organizing a yearly fundraiser called Art for Animals. In 2019, she was recognized for her efforts with a "Humane Heroes" award. She is owned by her 19-year-old cat and 10-year-old toothless Yorkipoo

Social Media Contacts:

Interviewconnections.com

https://www.instagram.com/heymargy/

https://web.facebook.com/margy.feldhuhn

https://www.linkedin.com/company/interviewconnections/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/margy-feldhuhn-832b30117/

https://www.margywithahardg.com/

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What a great time to flash-back and reflect on how this guest was such an inspiration to the founding of KukuaBiz, as it's very first client. And besides that, he is simply an all-around great person!

Eric M. Twiggs is a founding partner and president of The What Now Movement. His mission is to build high performing entrepreneurs, authors, and career professionals, who are prepared for life’s unexpected curve balls.

He is author of The Discipline of Now: 12 Practical Principles to Overcome Procrastination. The Discipline of Now has been recognized as a Global Top Ten Finalist for the 2020 Author Elite Awards in the category of Best Self Help Book. This recognition was based on the combination of the following criteria: cover design, content, popularity, and social contribution.

Eric is also the host of a weekly inspirational podcast titled "The 30 Minute Hour."

As a Certified Life & Business Coach, Eric has conducted over 28,000 coaching sessions, helping executive leaders and entrepreneurs who have moved from feeling frustrated, to finding fulfillment.

He has also led organizations of 500 or more people in corporate America, and shared his message with corporations, associations, and congregations across the country.

By reading The Discipline of Now, you will receive a proven blueprint to beat procrastination, so that you make more money, get more done, and feel more confident.

Social media links

http://www.linkedin.com/in/erictwiggs

https://twitter.com/EricMTwiggs

https://web.facebook.com/Thedisciplineofnow

https://www.instagram.com/ericmtwiggs/

Link to Eric's book: https://amzn.to/3saC7HW

The Discipline Of Now: 12 Practical Principles To Overcome Procrastination

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Today's episode is about flashing back to one of our most thought-provoking guests who will prompt you to think about the ways you can fast-forward your life towards more enjoyment. Matt Javit truly knows how to Shock His Potential!

A trip of a lifetime...and More!

That is how you can describe the 800-day journey Matt Javit and his wife took, that saw them visit 35 countries in five different continents. The countless adventures and personal connections made with strangers who became friends, make for the unforgettable experiences.

Having taken a career break (aka Mid-Career Retirement) to pursue the dream of traveling the world in early 2017, Matt began what would become an exciting and adventurous phase of his life.

Matt continues to experience the beauty of the world while at the same time documenting his journey, providing tips and hacks to help other travelers have even better experiences.

Along with his wife Nikki, Matt now manages many projects including a blog where they share travel tips and advice from around the world; a weekly podcast focusing on travel stories; World Barber Shop Adventures which is a docuseries that showcases the experiences in different barber shops around the world, and more.

Matt also showcases the different police officers that he encountered in 60+ cities as he journeyed around the world. Matt's book, POLICE: Brotherhood in Uniform Around the World is not only fun and captivating, but is inspiring as well.

To learn more on what Matt is up to, and to follow his adventures, subscribe to his YouTube channel

Social media handles and links;

https://passportjoy.com/

https://passportjoy.com/topics/podcast/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjavit/

https://twitter.com/PalmTreeHunter

https://www.instagram.com/mattjavit/

https://www.youtube.com/c/mattjavit

POLICE: Brotherhood in Uniform Around the World

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Welcome to a special month-long series called Flash-Back and Fast-Forward! Our host Michael Sherlock reaches back into the vault of our nearly 450 episodes to reflect on the guests who have had the most impact on her personally, and for her companies.

We kick off with Eddie Luisi, fondly referred to as the Stage Manager to the Stars! Not only does Eddie bring his own story and mission to life in these flashback segments, but he also plays a critical role in a new program that Shock Your Potential launches this Spring. Shock Your Media Potential will be the premiere location for expert guests and media professionals will connect.

The program officially launches March, 2022 with a Virtual Conference where Eddie Luisi and Michael Sherlock will showcase their more than 20 interviews with "Those in the know" in media. To learn more about the FREE virtual conference, or how to become a part of this exciting community, reach out to info@shockyourpotential.com and include "Shock Your Media Potential Inquiry" in the subject line.

Now for our Flash-Back to Eddie!

Eddie Luisi is a man of many talents. Stage Manager at Good Morning America for most of the show's nearly 47 years. Accomplished Musician, Mentor, and truly the nicest man on the planet.

Eddie and I sat down to discuss his career as well as his passion for infusing positivity. Eddie’s latest calling comes in the form of a weekly online ministry called Friends in the Spirit 111. Even if you don’t consider yourself a spiritual person, Eddie will motivate you with universal messages of love, friendship and perseverance.

Eddie's messages also give us excellent leadership and life lessons, from managing your business and team like a stage manager to remembering to bless others, especially those who are hardest in your life (or day) to bless.

Learn more about Eddie Luisi and “Friends in the Spirit 111” via his Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsInTheSpirit111

And next time you watch Good Morning America and hear an infectious laugh from somewhere beyond the lights and cameras, that will be Eddie. A smile so bright, a laugh so genuine, and a spirit of blessings.

Social Media Handles;

Eddie Luisi Via LinkedIn

Friends in the Spirit 111 via Facebook

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“Always follow your passion because it will never lead you to anywhere except the road for success.” LeTonya Moore

Many entrepreneurs struggle to actualize their dreams of seeing their products hit the shelves of big retail chain stores. There are legal challenges and risks that come with putting out a product, which if not addressed, can prove to be a pit hole for the business. Our guest today LeTonya Moore, has extensive knowledge and experience in this field, and says that it is all about having the right information and guidance.

LeTonya F. Moore, JD is a business growth strategist and attorney with twenty years of experience building successful enterprises who has spent the last decade developing her own methodology for helping clients overcome regulatory, financial, and legal barriers so they can achieve an unparalleled advantage in the market.

As a former federal government regulatory attorney, LeTonya has turned to teaching entrepreneurs within emerging industries, how to navigate regulatory systems and get their products to market. LeTonya recently launched the Retail Accelerator Program, a launchpad for product-based entrepreneurs to take their business from Big Idea to Big Bucks, to Big Box stores.

In today’s episode, LeTonya talks about her journey that led her to what she does today. She also expounds on the nature of her work and some of the key lessons she has learnt in the course of running her businesses.

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Social Media Handles:

IG @legalproofmaven

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iprotectyourbrand

https://www.facebook.com/groups/360brandprotection

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/letonyamoore

Clubhouse: @legalproofmaven

website: letonyamoore.com.

Growing up, I've always been around entrepreneurs. [3:09]
Up until last year 2020, I had my law firm but then I felt that I needed to transition from law and follow my passion full time. [4:11]
I've been doing my coaching for four years, but now it's going to be the main thing which I feel is the next phase of what I'm going to be known for. [5:18]
When you take that step, and say that you are ten toes down to my passion, there's just nothing like it. [5:34]
There are so many areas that are now encroaching into the legal field. [7:04]
The other thing that I've started to see is that even at universities that are offering experts in certain fields to be able to represent clients. [7:35]
I take everything that I have learned in my journey and bring to my clients that can't afford to have an on staff General Counsel. [8:34]
This is my passion because here is where I can do the most good and I can help the most people. [9:04]
My interest in this area is very personal which stems from a disappointment of seeing other people do what I wanted my family to do. [11:03]
I had an epiphany about it and people started reaching out to me asking about how to protect their products. [13:28]
I realized that there are a lot of people working with service-based industries, with no one working with them. [14:07]
I have that information and expertise to help people be confident that they have everything in order to get to that big box retail store. [14:52]
I've had people ask why I chose this direction when stores were closing because people are choosing to be online. [15:17]
I always try to tell people not to be concerned with what's happening today because what's happening today is a result of a decision that was made in the past. [17:14]
I encourage people to be ahead of the curve, so that when the shift happens, they're not trying to get back in. [17:16]
I always encourage the people that I work with research to look at what's not being reported, or look at something in a different perspective. [17:28]
Commercial break. [18:38]
The biggest lesson that that I've learned, is that you cannot do it yourself. [22:47]
You need to have people that have gone before you where you're sort of following on their footprints because wisdom is so valuable. [23:00]
The compliance aspect is so huge as well as understanding how to build your capacity to the point that you can meet the demand. [25:32]
We like to say that we assist you in becoming the obvious choice in your industry. [27:54]
Always follow your passion because it will never lead you to anywhere except the road for success. [29:02]

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Thank you to our January Sponsor: www.businessmiracles.com or Heather Dominick

Are you a highly sensitive individual? You can learn to be in charge of yourself physically, spiritually and financially in a way that honors your highly sensitive self.

Heather Dominic is the founder of Business miracles.com. and she's been training highly sensitive entrepreneurs and leaders since 2010.

Whether you've been in business for years, or just starting out, learn how to be comfortable in your highly sensitive skin, to create your work and life to match who you truly are, so you can work less while making more impact and income.

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“Know your worth and start demanding people treat you the way that you believe you're worthy.” Lauren Kennedy

Automation of functions can be a game changer not only for the businesses, but for clients as well. Understanding how those systems can work optimally for your business is key to the growth of the business. Even more important is taking into consideration the people aspect while automating our businesses. This is according to our guest today, Lauren Kennedy.

Lauren Kennedy is the founder of Coastal Consulting, a people-first marketing automation agency focused on HubSpot and Salesforce. She is an innovative leader, not only in the service her team provides but also in the delivery and ecosystem surrounding it. She embodies the people-first approach and takes every opportunity to grow, nurture, and develop those around her.

Lauren is a mission-driven woman on a trajectory to change the way business is done, both for employees and customers. Underneath all of that, a leader worth following. She has created an agency environment that focuses on the person behind the solution, both for the team and the client.

In today’s episode, Lauren talks about how her company helps businesses to solve their pain points. She also highlights on how having a people centered approach has been the greatest asset in driving growth for her business.

Listen in!

Social Handles:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurennkennedy/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/cmncoastal

Company Site: https://www.coastalconsulting.co/

https://www.facebook.com/coastalconsultingmktg

https://www.linkedin.com/company/coastal-consulting/

I left corporate America in March of 2021, and started coastal consulting and have really grown as a leader and a marketing automation expert this year. [2:40]
I have grown to help my clients shock their potential by making HubSpot and Salesforce understandable, approachable and easier. [3:08]
My team helps your systems do work for you instead of the other way around. [3:35]
It is great to be able to touch many companies and help them take control of their systems, make them work for them and get some return. [4:39]
Salesforce is the leading CRM on the market where all the interactions you have with your customer are stored. [5:17]
Salesforce at its core lacks marketing automation tool, and so what HubSpot does is, it adds the automation layer to Salesforce. [5:25]
From my experience, HubSpot is the most user-friendly platform which has grown to not just being a marketing automation tool, but also a CRM. [6:21]
The integration connects all your teams and aligns them around your customer data so that they can actually act on that. [6:38]
A lot of companies who are smaller have a ton of systems that they use for all these different things. [8:48]
HubSpot integrates all these functions and grows with you as you grow, and you pay more to get to the next level of the subscription. [9:13]
Most of our clients are looking to migrate from a different tool to HubSpot, and are not really sure what they don't know about the system to make sure they're using it fully. [10:27]
Our clients hand to us their pain points and their goals, and then we go to make their systems work for them. [12:33]
Commercial break. [12:52]
A big thing that I've learned through starting a business, is how strong I am and that I'm a lot more resilient that I give myself credit for. [16:05]
The relationship that I've built with myself through this process of believing in my own abilities, and having confidence in me to figure it out, has been a huge personal development. [16:26]
Something that I've learned that I didn't really expect, was my passion for leadership, and during that process, I found that I derive so much more joy from impacting my team's lives. [16:38]
It is no secret that hiring right now is a challenge, and there are a lot of people that are looking for a place that just understands them. [18:27]
Our job posts are focused on the individual, and explains how we got to where we are and where we're going, and the reasons why we need them. [19:59]
It is really powerful to me to be creating a space where people want to be a part of it and have an environment where there's dedicated time and a budget specifically for people to learn. [21:24]
Know your worth and start demanding people treat you the way that you believe you're worthy. [24:26]

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Thank you to our January Sponsor: www.businessmiracles.com or Heather Dominick

Are you a highly sensitive individual? You can learn to be in charge of yourself physically, spiritually and financially in a way that honors your highly sensitive self.

Heather Dominic is the founder of Business miracles.com. and she's been training highly sensitive entrepreneurs and leaders since 2010.

Whether you've been in business for years, or just starting out, learn how to be comfortable in your highly sensitive skin, to create your work and life to match who you truly are, so you can work less while making more impact and income.

You are welcome to take the HSE quiz by clicking the link: https://energyrich.isrefer.com/go/quiz/SYP/

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“I have learnt to become a leader and not a boss, and how to get others just as invested in my vision, as I am.” Ashleigh Wilson

A key trait of successful entrepreneurs is self-awareness. It is only after they have had an understanding of their strengths and weaknesses, that they can be able to identify the opportunities and the necessary conditions to thrive. Our guest today Ashleigh Wilson, followed a path not commonly taken in business, and due to her persistence, she was able to create a product that is not only unique, but fulfilling to her as well.

Ashleigh is a San Francisco based entrepreneur who opened and sold multiple small businesses by the age of twenty until ultimately landing in the elevator business. She excelled in the industry but decided to leave the corporate world to build her own (ethical) path where she founded AuditMate, the first-ever elevator and escalator auditing and management software.

In today’s episode, Ashleigh talks about her journey that led to the founding her business. She also talks about some of the things that she has learnt in the course of her journey.

Listen in!

Social Media:

LinkedIn Self: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleigh-wilson-she-her-01131285/

LinkedIn Business: https://www.linkedin.com/company/audimate/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuditMate_US

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/auditmate/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNF7hizfEdRNljvG-ITVF7A

I was raised in the elevator industry and I've always had an entrepreneurial spirit. [3:14]
I joined the elevator industry in my early 20s, and I thought that I would surely be the first woman CEO of Schindler elevator. [4:10]
I realized that people didn't understand their contracts, and the salespeople didn't understand how to explain to people what they were getting because it didn't make sense. [4:30]
AuditMate was born out of a passion of believing that clients don't need to be elevated or experts, they just need honest and transparent information. [5:26]
AuditMate monitors all aspects of clients’ elevator service contracts and we audit on over 200 data points to ensure contract compliance. [6:12]
What we do to help people is really just trying to be fair, and doing our best to be as honest and transparent as possible. [7:02]
On top of our software, we also have a product line called Safe, which is our specifications and field evaluations. [10:44]
When an elevator company writes an elevator contract, they write it to protect them, not to protect you. [11:02]
We write elevator contracts to protect the owners, and it's the only truly enforceable elevator service contract in the market. [11:11]
It is so important to me that we discuss networking as women in business and any minority group. [13:35]
I am a firm believer in owning my I don't knows and not glossing them when I am not sure. [20:02]
Commercial break. [21:00]
Never stop learning because as you're growing into being an entrepreneur, there's a lot of learning and unlearning. [24:35]
The biggest lesson I have had, is that nobody knows what they're doing, and that's given me a lot of solace. [25:34]
A big solid other learning is owning that this journey is mine, but I can never get AuditMate to the place that I want to get to by myself. [26:43]
I have learnt to become a leader and not a boss, and how to get others just as invested in my vision, as I am. [27:17]
It is going to be scary, but do it anyway. [31:40]

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Thank you to our January Sponsor: www.businessmiracles.com or Heather Dominick

Are you a highly sensitive individual? You can learn to be in charge of yourself physically, spiritually and financially in a way that honors your highly sensitive self.

Heather Dominic is the founder of Business miracles.com. and she's been training highly sensitive entrepreneurs and leaders since 2010.

Whether you've been in business for years, or just starting out, learn how to be comfortable in your highly sensitive skin, to create your work and life to match who you truly are, so you can work less while making more impact and income.

You are welcome to take the HSE quiz by clicking the link: https://energyrich.isrefer.com/go/quiz/SYP/

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“You can be the most phenomenal entrepreneur, but if you are not selling all the time, then you don't have a business.” Amy Anderson

The entrepreneurial journey is unique for everyone, and this includes whatever it is that motivate people to get into entrepreneurship and stick despite the challenges. This is especially true for our guest today Amy Anderson, who despite her love for corporate, found herself on the path of starting and running a marketing business, and ultimately becoming the best at it.

Amy Anderson is a widely respected and creative industry leader who sees the unique opportunity to leverage creativity to transform both brands and entire organizations across multiple sectors. She has a track record of driving value for clients through brand and growth strategies, designing teams and innovative marketing strategies. Her work at Wild Coffee is focused on transforming businesses through a diverse set of disciplines and tailor-made teams that span brand strategy, digital marketing, PR, and marketing consulting.

Amy has more than 25 years of experience at brands such as Calvin Klein and The New York Times Digital and drives strategy, creative and implementation across Wild Coffee’s diverse client roster that includes e-commerce, manufacturing, healthcare, financial services and technology clients.

In today’s episode, Amy talks about how her business came to be, and her experiences going through the entrepreneurial journey.

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Social Media

LinkedIn Business: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wild-coffee-marketing/

Twitter Business: https://twitter.com/wildcoffeemktg/

I'm celebrating my 30th year in marketing since I graduated from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with English and art history double major. [3:01]
I got a job with Calvin Klein in the broadcast division and was made the head of what they used to call new media which was online media and digital. [3:17]
I went into pure.com and was the head of promotion at Village in New York, which was the first website for women. [4:18]
When I was ready to start my own firm and to become a consultant, I was really armed with a lot of experience that I can bring multiple viewpoints to my clients. [4:58]
It can be overwhelming as a marketer to have so much data that you don't know how to make it actionable. [6:22]
We try to keep it simple and look at five key performance indicators per engagement and that helps us to focus. [6:35]
Most people don't focus on the whys and all the nuances of their journey and their experience. [7:47]
Looking at how your customer experiences you at every stage of the funnel, and focusing at being good and delivering at every point of the journeys is really important. [7:57]
We are industry agnostic and our clients benefit from our being in multiple industries at any given time. [9:47]
For a lot of these franchisors, having multi-unit operators gives them a level of sophistication versus an owner operator. [14:06]
When you buy a franchise, it is about the level of ongoing support available. [14:57]
People are working so hard, but just taking care of your team and yourself and being a little bit more focused on that is critical. [16:31]
Commercial break. [16:52]
I started small doing whatever I could get my hands on, and after my partner joined me four years ago, we worked together and started scaling the company. [20:21]
The biggest lesson as an entrepreneur was that you can be the most phenomenal entrepreneur, but if you are not selling all the time, then you don't have a business. [22:06]
I started doing it more over the last two years, and now I'm very comfortable negotiating. [22:42]
If you look at different conversations since Covid, we're having an authentic conversation with potential targets about what we do and we're telling you in a really real way. [24:28]
We don't establish trust through talking, but by deeply sitting still, and trying to understand what the other person is saying. [25:36]
If you can live a life where someone feels better after leaving your presence than they did when they entered it, you have lived a life well lived. [26:16]
When I was writing my business plan almost six years ago, the wild coffee plant was growing outside the window. [27:00]
It was a vibrant plant that I would have to cut back because it grew so well, and had some energy and I thought that would be the perfect metaphor for this company. [27:27]
It's a little tough for everybody right and we're all faced with a lot but we have to keep going right now. [29:04]

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“One of the things I firmly believe is that as long as we're always learning, we're always going to be growing.” Susan Kiamba

Transitioning from a corporate job to entrepreneurship is never easy, but it is definitely doable. The fulfilment that comes from putting into practice what once appeared impossible is unmatched. Our guest today Susan Kiamba, has experienced both worlds, and at some point had to overcome the dilemma of not knowing what to do to move forward. According to Susan, everything always adds up, it is all about self-discovery and taking courage to take that first step.

Susan is the Founder and CEO of Blue Elite LLP, a career coaching and training consulting firm. She is also a respected corporate trainer and career coach. Using her expertise in designing learning and career coaching, Susan is the creator of Unlock Your Career Growth Bootcamp, 4 Keys to Unlock Your Career Growth Training and Unbank Your Career for Banking Professionals. All these online programs are designed to help professionals get unstuck in their careers, gain career clarity, direction and confidence in their next steps.

Susan Kiamba began her career in banking, gaining unparalleled experience in the industry, while also establishing herself as a reputable corporate trainer. Susan is widely known for her expertise in coaching banking professionals who need career clarity..

In todays’ episode, Susan talks about how she was able to leverage her experiences to create a thriving business. She also highlights some of the lessons she has picked up through her entrepreneurial journey.

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Many people have this dream of one day starting out a business and being free from the shackles of corporate and the nine to five grind.
My business started out started out from a time when I had not thought I was going to go into business.
I had no idea how to make that transition from corporate to business but I created a framework around it and guided people so that they could replicate the same results that I had seen.
We all try to minimize our amazing cells into a certain mold, and unfortunately, the corporate world sometimes doesn't like our uniqueness so much.
I've been guiding people for the last couple of years through different transitions in their career.
Self-discovery is deep work that takes time it takes energy takes effort.
Many times, we don't give ourselves permission to actually be our best and always having a reason why we justify our unhappiness for a really long time.
No two journeys are ever the same and where you started out, at some point, you're going to diverge.
It is always amazing just listening to people's stories and how they found their place and how they have found themselves and how they're evolving.
One of the things I firmly believe is that as long as we're always learning, we're always going to be growing.
Sometimes I find that, women especially, will tend to half-heartedly put out an salary offer which they don’t negotiate and then have regrets later.
Commercial break.
One of the things I learned about myself in the process is that my greatest tool is actually my mindset.
My career coaching business grew in the pandemic because I quickly shifted from corporate and went into working with individuals.
Being able to make those changes as and when it is needed, and not having this fixed idea of what's going to work out and what's not absolutely going to work out.
As an entrepreneur, I've had to think of what to do for my businesses to survive.
Everything adds up, you just need to be more creative in your collective experiences.
Sit down and do a skills inventory to find out the capabilities you have and how you can leverage those skills to help you be best at what you do.

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“We have the power to create the environment, create the space and get curious about what's really going on.” Nina Cruz

Practicing mindfulness while making parenting decisions, can go along way in ensuring better connections and relationships between parents and their children. Our guest today Nina Cruz, has been helping parents understand and cope better with parenting challenges, and says it is all about focusing on learning self rather than being fixated on molding the child your way.

Nina Cruz is a certified Conscious Parent Coach, Social Worker (BSW), and Meditation Teacher who’s made it her mission to support parents through shifting archaic parental paradigms, many of which contribute to increased stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and feelings of disconnection for themselves, their partners, and their children. Her approach to coaching revolves around trauma-informed care that puts others at-ease, providing a safe space for everyone to facilitate their individual healing and growth.

Nina knows that when a parent's inner world shifts, the whole family shifts with them in extraordinary ways, changing parent-child dynamics that foster relationships of love, harmony, and genuine familial connection. Families that gain a new sense of awareness through knowledge and understanding of their own narratives effectively create a new blueprint for themselves—this is why one of Nina’s many passions is encouraging parents to do their own Inner Work so they can experience more freedom and joy while balancing everything life has to throw at them.

In addition to incorporating meditation and mindfulness practices into her work, Nina also organizes online and in-person parent networking events, where parents of all walks of life share and revel in their successes, failures, and self-improvement journeys. Nina leads these events so her attendees can become Creators of their lives and attract more of what they desire by aligning with Universal Laws.

In today’s episode, Nina discusses the concept of conscious parenting and why it is important not only to children and parents, but the society as a whole.

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I coach parents and support them to find and build more connections with their children by helping them to look at their own patterns and paradigms. [3:42]
Behavior is the tip of the iceberg, what goes on beneath the surface is something different and a lot of this stems from childhood. [4:14]
It is very hard to look in the mirror and so I support parents to do that in a real comforting way. [5:53]
By shifting, you change your legacy, the trajectory of your children's children, and it basically changes the world. [6:50]
A lot of the times we're parenting out of ego but basically no one wins, because you meet your child with resistance and they’ve got resistance too because of ego. [10:04]
It is learning, unlearning and a new way of looking at your child as your teacher and that the child before you is actually growing you up. [10:17]
By looking at parenting through the lens of my child is teaching me, it no longer becomes about blaming and shaming the child, but taking your power back as a parent. [10:30]
Parenting is about growing you up, and not the child before you. [12:24]
The child is perfect and we need to step back and get out of the way and not try and mold and shape them into who they need to become. [12:27]
It is a whole different way of experiencing and looking at parenting, and that's why it's so transformational. [12:50]
Our children are amazing at showing us where we are out of alignment. [13:30]
When you have parents that are very strict, and there's fear-based parenting, children go under and hide things. [18:34]
We have the power to create the environment and create the space and get curious about what's really going on. [18:55]
Commercial break. [19:58]
Your child is going to do what you do because they're picking up your energy. [23:24]
We all have our mess ups but we need to learn from it. [25:47]
The first great lesson I have learnt in my entrepreneurial journey is to trust the process and trusting myself. [27:06]
It is incredible when you come from that intention of what you're wanting to create and not from a strategy that you told to do. [28:33]
In terms of manifesting what you want in your life, our subconscious mind is what triggers the law of attraction, and manifestation, and we need to be in the vibration of what we're trying to create. [29:12]
If you want to create, you need to step into the energy of what you're creating, and that opens up ideas and synchronicities. [30:28]
The more you can get into that vibration and takeaction from that space, the result would be different. [31:28]
If you are a parent, get your priorities set and don’t sweat the small stuff. [31:13]
You are the director and curator of your own movie, and don’t be an extra in your movie but rather get in the driver’s seat. [34:47]

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“Your business cannot grow until you shift you inside, because leveraging your business starts in your mindset.” Fabienne Fredrickson

As you lead your business to exponential growth, you have to grow as well and shift your mindset to align with the reality of where you want your company to be. Otherwise, you become the bottleneck for your business to thrive. This is according to our guest today Fabienne Frederickson, who says that it all starts by getting structured for your nature.

Fabienne Fredrickson is a powerful mentor for solo business owners who seek to make the greatest impact they can in their work, all while creating certainty in their business. Fabienne believes that when women who are really going to tie into their heart core, make their own money and lots of it, they experience a profound feeling of safety.

She's the founder of the leveragebusiness.com and boldheart.com and she's been a mentor to women business owners for over 20 years. Her predictable process, taught in the leverage business program practically guarantees that a business owner will multiply their results with more downtime once fully implemented.

She is recognized by so many sources in the media, including some big names like Inc Magazine, Fast Company, Forbes, Entrepreneur, American Express Forum and the New York Times. She is the author of multiple books including, The Leveraged Business and Embrace Your Magnificence.

In today’s episode, Fabienne talks about how she took her business to the next level of performance. She also discusses her most recent book that guides entrepreneurs to make greater impact with their business.

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In my late 20s, I realized that working for someone else was not going to make my life feel meaningful. [3:31]
I left corporate and opened up my own holistic nutrition practice out of my teeny tiny apartment in Manhattan. [3:51]
At some point I needed to figure out how to get clients and I created the client attraction system which I became known for. [4:31]
I learned that what gets you to six figures a month consistently in your business will never get you to a million, and to get there, you actually need to work less. [5:58]
Once I understood the concept of leverage in business, I began to leverage every aspect of my business, which eventually got me to seven figures. [6:20]
Once you apply the eight leverage activators, which are all featured in the book, ‘The Leveraged Business,’ it will take you to multiple figures every year. [7:12]
Getting your business to earning multiple figures has nothing to do with the money, but rather about who you become, and how many lives you've impacted. [8:59]
I've been teaching the program for more than 10 years, and I put it all into a book. [10:22]
It starts with leveraging a team because you need people to help you simply because you cannot do it all on your own. [10:30]
There are four things that you're looking for when hiring including the skill set, experience, wiring, and culture fit. [11:26]
Next is to leverage your systems whereby anything that's done more than once in your business needs a system and a procedure around it. [11:48]
The other is to leverage your time which is about having the visionary getting into their unique zone of genius and that is where you exponentially grow your business. [12:37]
The fourth activator is called leverage your business model where you need to change your mindset around how to deliver your work in the world. [13:38]
Every time you pull yourself out of the day to day of your business a little bit more, there is a part of you that's required to create the system to give guidance to the team. [16:11]
Once you've got your leverage your team, systems, time and business model, the nest step is to leverage your marketing. [17:15]
Leveraging your marketing is about becoming omnipresent. [17:35]
This then leads us to leverage your accountability where we have everyone know that they are responsible for growing the business. [18:01]
The seventh activator is differentiation where you look to never have to compete with anyone. [20:05]
Activator number eight is leverage your lifestyle which is about starting to live your ideal life now rather than later. [21:49]
Most entrepreneurs believe that the person who founded the business should be running the business, and that could not be further from the truth. [23:11]
Hiring a person that you can trust, who is wired opposite from how you're wired is how you can let go of the white knuckling around your business. [23:22]
Commercial break. [25:03]
Your business cannot grow until you shift you inside, because leveraging your business starts in your mindset. [29:04]
When leveraging your team, there is a mindset shifts that need to happen for you to hire a rock star team. [30:16]
A lot of people try to do it on their own and wondering why it's not working, and the reason is because true transformation happens when we are witnessed. [32:21]
Most of the time you know you are supposed to do better, but you're not doing it, and that is because isolation breeds self-doubt. [33:09]
When you are surrounded by mentors, you start to believe in yourself and there is no way you cannot succeed. [34:15]
If you understand how you are wired, and instead of beating yourself up, you get structured for your nature, there is nothing you can’t do. [37:23]
Understand that there has never been anybody like you, and your song needs to be heard far and wide. [39:24]

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“We can only lead at the level of our own development.” Sherri McManus

Personal development is a lifelong process. It gives you the opportunity to assess your life and upskill in order to fulfill your purpose more effectively. Our guest today Sherri McManus, provides coaching for leaders to help them achieve better outcomes for themselves and their businesses, and says that it is all about working on the mindset, and retraining it everyday to be aligned with the bigger purpose.

Sherri has Master's degree in Organizational Management, and 19 years in management, training, teaching, and coaching. She has skilled and seasoned experience with personal and professional development.

Sherri is a certified Leadership Coach and Trainer and is instrumental in connecting The Lou Everett Group to you and your personal and professional needs. She is also a Certified Trainer in the DISC method of human behavior analysis.

One of Sherri’s passions is telling her personal and inspirational near-death story on the result of poor leadership in hopes of positively impacting the Leadership landscape.

Sherri's passion is seeing that 'ah-ha' moment in the eyes of those she trains and coaches - truly Transforming Lives!

In today’s episode, Sherri talks about her passion for coaching, and why investing in one self through personal development is important for leaders who want to impact and influence their people at a higher level.

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LinkedIn self: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherri-mcmanus/

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Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/theloueverettgroup/

My husband and I are the Lou Everett Group, and we are business and executive leadership coaches and corporate trainers. [3:12]
What we really love and focus on is helping businesses and entrepreneurs to achieve over 500% growth in their business and professional lives, through our proprietary coaching system. [3:21]
The most important message that we send is that leadership is not a title, rather leadership is influence for the greater good. [5:49]
We talk to ourselves more frequently, either out loud or in our heads, more than to anybody else during the day. [7:46]
We have to be so intentional of what we put in our minds. [8:05]
We need to be around people that are not only happy, but we also need to have up lifters, to tell us the truth. [8:35]
I learned from my mentor that we need to do a mental floss where we retrain our thoughts and what we're doing. [12:16]
If we keep doing the same things over and over again, and it's not giving us the results, that we have to be honest with ourselves and look at changes that need to be made. [12:31]
Something really important that I have learned in the entrepreneurship journey is that obviously it's not a straight line and that you do have to enjoy the journey of it. [13:21]
I really strongly encourage people to do a reflection every day. [13:47]
Commercial break. [14:42]
The biggest thing that I learned is the difference between having the mindset of being a business owner versus an employee. [19:50]
Do not look at your business as your baby, rather look at it as a machine that you're building as you're going. [20:05]
With this understanding, then you can do what you need to do to achieve your business goal. [20:28]
At some point, especially as you're going through the entrepreneurship journey, you have to look at personal development, or even growth as an ongoing journey. [25:39]
We can only lead at the level of our own development, and you can’t tell others to invest in you, when you can't invest in yourself. [25:48]
Human beings are the only ones in the world that limit themselves and we got to change that through our level of awareness.
I suggest that when finding a coach, go through a couple of them by having a conversation with them, because every personality is going to be a little different.
You have to step out of the picture so you can see the whole and that's another great mindset.
I can’t stress enough on investing in yourself by personal development. [31:22]

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Thank you to our January Sponsor: www.businessmiracles.com or Heather Dominick

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“Do not expect things to get easier, but rather expect yourself to become better every day.” Moira Ní Ghallachóir

Everyone has expertise that they can leverage to get on stages and talk to make an impact on people’s lives. This is according to our guest today Moira Ní Ghallachóir, who works with people to help them become better public speakers.

Moira shows entrepreneurs a powerful pathway to enrolling more clients, making way more money and having a globetrotting lifestyle, all without the complicated strategies. She does this so that people can finally enjoy the success and the freedom they started their business for in the first place.

She went from being a youth worker living in London making 30k a year to a business mentor and speaking, building a multiple 6 figure revenue in less than 3 years. She has captivated audiences worldwide with her powerful presentations, her retreats in Paris and New York as well as her newest venture - stylish secret supper style gatherings for big thinking entrepreneurs to get their message out in a big way anywhere in the world.

In today’s episode, Moira talks about how people can tap into their expertise to create a better life for themselves through public speaking.

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To book Moira to speak, find her at: https://moiranighallachoir.as.me/SpeaktoMoira

I work with mostly entrepreneurs, showing them how to build a top to your income from speaking. [3:59]
In employment, I used to make 30,000 a year, but when I stumbled upon speaking, I was able to create that in like 30 minutes. [4:22]
What I love about speaking is that everybody can do it and you just have to want to do it. [5:16]
The most essential thing is that you're on a mission to help the people that need to hear a message, end of story. [5:47]
If you have that passion, and that energy that will get you on stages, it will help you impact the world, and that will create financial freedom for you. [5:53]
I find that entrepreneurs struggle even when they want it because they want to help so many people and not picking lanes. [7:05]
The worst thing you can do is to sit at home and try and come up with the ultimate message. [7:52]
Getting on stage, and practicing seeing your message, your best stuff will come out in a moment of feeling a connection with an audience. [8:27]
It is so okay to have those conversations with a few people before you decide on your marketing message. [14:14]
If you enter into the entrepreneurial space, there's something in you that believes that you've got something big to get out into the world. [17:57]
Nobody goes to market wanting to be average, so don't look at other people's average services and position yourself against them. [18:08]
Commercial break [18:33]
If you want something you ask for it, and if you're not good at asking, get better at it. [23:32]
Like with anything, if you ask enough times, you get so confident with asking that you start expecting to get a yes. [23:45]
In business, your lifestyle can really lead you to exactly where you want to go and people. [24:58]
Another lesson I learned very early on and one that was told to me by one of my mentors is that your business will only get as big as your life. [26:41]
For virtual stages, pervading your audience with an experience, not just you sitting in front of a computer is key. [28:53]
Do not expect things to get easier, but rather expect yourself to become better everyday. [32:07]

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Thank you to our January Sponsor: www.businessmiracles.com or Heather Dominick

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“If you want a passionate and dynamic relationship where you feel cherished and self-expressed, then uncompromising intimacy is the way to go.” Alexandra Stockwell

Relationships do not thrive by chance, and neither does compromise lead to long term relationship success. This is according to our guest today Alexandra Stockwell, who believes that spouses should not let their partners’ needs become more important than their own. Rather, she encourages vulnerability and honesty in communicating each others’ wants and desires.

Alexandra Stockwell, MD is known as “The Intimacy Doctor.” She is an Intimate Marriage Expert who specializes in coaching couples to build beautiful, long-lasting, passionate relationships.

She is the bestselling author of “Uncompromising Intimacy” and host of The Intimate Marriage Podcast. First as a Family Medicine doctor and now as a coach, for over 20 years Alexandra has shown men and women how to bring pleasure and purpose into all aspects of life-- from the daily grind of running a household to clear and intimate communication (and ecstatic experiences in the bedroom).

A wife of 25 years and a mother of 4, Alexandra believes the key to passion and fulfillment, intimacy and success, isn’t compromise--it’s being unwilling to compromise. Because when both people feel free to be themselves, the relationship becomes juicy, nourishing, and deeply satisfying.

Alexandra has been featured in the Huffington Post, Rolling Stone, USAToday, Cosmopolitan, Business Insider, thriveglobal, mindbodygreen, FOX NEWS NYC, and Disruptors Magazine recently named her one of “30 Inspiring Women to Watch in 2022.”

In today’s episode, Alexandra will discuss about her journey to becoming an intimacy coach. She will also shade light on how she helps her clients have more intimate and fulfilled relationships.

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I was practicing medicine and love being a doctor. [3:53]
I found that while I did love practicing medicine, I didn't have that sense of being glad that I was working this hard. [4:03]
At the level of a whisper, I knew that it hadn’t landed in the way that I expected would be motivating for me. [4:58]
The other thing is that I prioritized my patients over my family and my family over myself. [5:11]
I knew that something was off, and I wanted to make it right, and it took a lot of courage. [6:15]
I arranged a sabbatical and for the first time in my life in my mid-30s, I gave myself permission to slow down in a way that is very unfamiliar for highly competent women. [6:31]
One thing led to another and I got to the point where I really wanted to focus on sensuality and sexuality for myself and for my marriage. [7:53]
I took a deep dive into a beautiful confronting training, and it doubled as a relationship and intimacy coach training. [8:26]
When I went into that teaching lab, I got a feeling that I yearned for, which I didn't have in medicine, but I can still do so many of the things that I really loved about medicine. [9:36]
Even in the intensity of my life at the time, it was a priority to me to notice the whispers. [12:37]
I think that the more competent and accomplished we are, that can sometimes mean losing touch with listening to the whispers. [12:48]
It is very possible to listen to the whispers without losing your momentum in life. [13:03]
Sometimes people hear the word mindfulness and they think of meditating on a mountain top or having a life with tremendous peace. [14:56]
Mindful awareness can be brought to any moment and it doesn't take more time to just expand our inner horizon and see what's there. [15:11]
In compromising, we are taught to deprioritize what we want, and instead prioritize what we think will be more comfortable for our partner. [16:23]
If you want a passionate and dynamic relationship where you feel cherished and self-expressed, then uncompromising intimacy is the way to go. [17:15]
The way that I'm using the word uncompromising is that you prioritize your own experience instead of deprioritizing it in favor of what you think your partner will respond to. [17:47]
If what you want is really to feel alive, vibrant and passionate in your relationship, you have to bring all of who you are and be willing to share it. [18:52]
Commercial break. [20:24]
For most couples, it takes a crisis to turn attention to this and one of the reasons it does is because people don't realize how much is possible. [24:37
I have a very particular part of my heart devoted to couples who reach out when everything looks great but they can see that there's just a lot more possible. [25:17]
Most of us spend a lot of time on doing the not important things and we end up creating lives where we are putting way too much of our attention on things which are urgent. [30:55]
Wherever you are, don’t wait until your relationship is in the urgent category which it will be if you are not honoring it while it is in the important category. [32:07]
We don’t choose our desires but we are always in relationship with them, the essential action step is to give yourself the inner space to become aware of what you desire. [38:19]

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“I learned a long time ago that if I don't see and own my value, no one else around me will.” Jessica Yarbrough

Finding the balance between what you believe your offering is worth, and what you think your clients are willing to pay for, can be daunting. Understanding pricing dynamics and strategies, then going ahead to implementing it will enable you earn more, all the while creating value for your clients. Our guest today Jessica Yarbrough, helps entrepreneurs command higher prices and says that seeing and owning one’s value is key to moving to the higher levels.

Jessica Yarbrough has quickly developed a reputation of being one of the best business strategists for coaches and consultants who want to sell and scale ultra-high-end services. Her background is in international business and she has built multiple companies.

Jessica is a genius at showing entrepreneurs how to build an expert platform, rapidly raise their value, build their credibility online and attract high paying clients. She travels the world teaching and inspiring entrepreneurs and helping them grow their influence and make the income and impact they desire.

In today’s episode, Jessica talks about how she helps entrepreneurs to become of high value in their respective markets. She also shades insights on why it is important for entrepreneurs to have a coach to guide them through their transformation.

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I am a business consultant and strategist and entrepreneurs come to me when they want to sell ultra-high value. [3:14]
You have to be able to step into your worth and into the value that you bring to the table and position that in the marketplace. [7:36]
We teach people our value because no one's ever going to volunteer and ask if they can pay you more money. [8:41]
Many people come to me with decades of experience and yet they're struggling still with that imposter syndrome. [8:54]
They need someone who can shine the light on what's possible to them, give them a strategy that works, and give them the confidence to go after it. [9:19]
There's an internal confidence that comes and once you sell the first one, you can ride that momentum. [13:18]
We work with our clients and free up your time so that you're staying in your zone of genius. [14:36]
There's such a ripple effect from a mindset to the business strategy and capabilities into what you're actually doing with your life. [14:52]
Commercial break. [16:39]
The program is called expert accelerator, and that's exactly what we help you do which is to accelerate your expertise online so you can command those high prices. [18:55]
The top lessons I can highlight is one, hold the vision trust the process. [19:54]
Whatever is being sold, it's going to take determination, grit, and at times getting knocked down and pulling yourself up by your bootstraps. [21:06]
If you can play the long-term game and hold that vision, you can get to your goals. [21:15]
The second one is stepping up and owning your worth. [22:54]
I learned a long time ago that if I don't see and own my value, no one else around me will. [23:02]
If I could go back and fast forward, I would try my best to really ramp up finances to be able to invest in next level mentorship that could have catapulted me into my goals much faster. [23:36]
I cannot stress the importance of having someone in your corner that really knows what they're talking about to illuminate the path to success for you. [24:03]
It is great to have that information, but information without guidance is like trying to find your way out of a forest without a compass. [25:21]
Momentum and taking action is key, so get help sooner, both with the coach and hiring a team when you're ready. [27:16]
If you feel you need to start on something, lean and trust that intuition and make sure that you take a massive action towards that. [29:36]
Don't fall prey to the law of diminishing intent, which says the longer that you wait to do something you know you should do, the less likely you are to do it. [29:51]

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“My biggest lesson so far from entrepreneurship is that if you can't find it, make it for yourself.” Laurie Gilbertson

Communication is an essential component of life both professionally and personal. Good communication skills allows for accurate and quicker understanding of information. This is according to our guest today Laurie Gilbertson, who further says that it is about preparing and mastering the confidence to pass and receive information.

Laurie Gilbertson is a former New York City sex crimes, organized crime, and homicide prosecutor, television legal analyst, educator, and entrepreneur. As the owner of Tribeca Blue Consulting, she helps professionals communicate with clarity, confidence, and creativity in their public speaking, presentations, trial work, and media appearances.

In todays episode, Laurie talks about her passion for entrepreneurship and how she is helping people use communication tools to get better outcomes.

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I am the founder of Tribeca Blue Consulting where I work with executives, entrepreneurs and trial lawyers to develop and hone their communications and public speaking skills. [2:17]
Good communication is an essential leadership skill, and the great thing is that it can be learned. [2:31]
There are so many easy and practical ways to make communication clear, engaging, and persuasive and that's exactly what I help my clients with. [2:48]
People need to be prepared to get not just their message across, but really who they are and who their company is. [3:30]
The bottom line is it leads to more profits for businesses and happier clients. [3:44]
I do it with group trainings and interactive workshops, both online and one-on-one coaching as well. [4:23]
The idea of presenting something in that succinct think and coherent way is that you are thinking not of all the things you can say but of how you can make it easy for your audience. [9:30]
The second part of that is listening which is a huge part of communication. [9:54]
By just asking questions and listening, you learn so much, and it helps so much for when you are going to open your mouth and talk. [11:02]
Commercial break. [11:20]
I never expected to be an entrepreneur so I call myself the reluctant entrepreneur. [14:38]
Probably my biggest lesson so far from entrepreneurship is that if you can't find it, make it for yourself. [16:20]
There are so many opportunities that people have to really do work that is important to them, that provides value to people. [16:29]
If people need a big change, just start thinking about what changes you can make in your mindset. [21:00]
My first rule for everyone is that it is about being yourself and not about fitting into some mold. [22:34]
I do tell clients, to be really proud of themselves for taking them that step to know that they are stepping out of a comfort zone in some way. [25:14]
Like with all great communication, it's not about you but the value that you are bringing that no one else is. [25:56]
One of my favorite quotes from Howard Thurman, says “don't ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself, What makes you come alive, then go do that, because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” [27:51]

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“Be kind to yourself by starting with little baby steps and it will build overtime.” Jen Hope

By being empathetic and being kind to self, leaders gain the ability to demonstrate similar empathy towards other people. This is according to our guest today, Jen Hope, who says that leaders need to take the much needed pauses to reflect on their actions and what it means to their productivity and performance.

Jen Hope is a Business and Executive Leadership Coach who leans on more than 20 years of executive experience, business acumen, and empathy to create a safe coaching environment where leaders can grow and thrive.

Before launching her executive coaching practice in 2013, Jen held marketing leadership roles at B2C tech companies. As Head of Marketing, she led the Cheezburger humor network through stages of rapid growth. At Trover, a lifestyle travel app, Jen was Vice President of Marketing and engineered the rise of the brand from startup to acquisition by Expedia in 2015. Jen has a degree in Marketing from Arizona State University and is a GXCP USA Executive and Leadership Coach.

Jen partners with leaders responsible for scaling organizations and has a wealth of experience in growing start-up companies. Her business acumen and hands-on executive experience allow her to create a culture of courage in high-performance environments, hone leadership skills and empower the next generation of leaders to maximize business outcomes.

Jen has experience in growth marketing and is an expert at scaling businesses. She keeps coaching clients and teams moving forward with clarity, focus, humor and structure built on trust and positivity. Her clients include leaders and managers from Amazon, Trupanion, and Simple Bank. In addition to coaching, she is a workshop facilitator and speaker for organizations like Microsoft, F5, Moss Adams and Infoblox, as well as conferences like Seattle Startup Week and the Women in Tech Regatta.

In today’s episode, Jen will be discussing the importance of business leaders balancing work and their personal lives. She will also highlight the factors that have enabled her to grow and achieve her business success.

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My business is one that started from wanting to live in a world where we had more kindness and then understanding that it starts from self. [3:28]
One of the outcomes of our work is empathy. [3:53]
I come from the world of digital marketing with a experience of 20 years as a marketing leader. [4:06]
The other thing that I talk about a lot, and what is at the center of my business is skill building that we can all use to be more effective and more aware. [7:22]
We can create that kindness for ourselves by taking care and managing ourselves. [8:08]
How do we get to the place where we can pause and move on to do something that's more effective. [13:05]
We need to identify the planning that we can do around the pauses so as to be able to have some more flow in that versus this kind of jerky stop-start. [14:55]
Commercial break. [18:06]
One of the biggest things I have learnt is managing my expectations, and even being aware of them. [21:27]
Coming from the world of being a marketer working with many parts of organizations, as well as having lots of resources, managing my expectations aided me when I became my own entrepreneur. [22:08]
I called myself a recovering perfectionist because I really had to reset my expectations and embrace some of the challenge. [23:15]
To help my clients, I use some data such as assessments that have been used studying human behavior for hundreds of years. [25:55]
Because we start with behavior, it makes it easy to get comfortable with some of the vulnerability of looking inward. [26:25]
It's never about getting in and poking holes or jabbing, but rather about holding up the mirror and observing with tiny bits of tenderness. [28:00]
Judging ourselves into behavior change never really works. [28:42]
Be kind to yourself by starting with little baby steps and it will build overtime. [30:29]

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Thank you to our January Sponsor: www.businessmiracles.com or Heather Dominick

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“I truly believe anybody and everybody can be successful in sales conversations.” Nikki Rausch

Entrepreneurs need to master communication approaches that will propel them into business discussions that are productive and meaningful. Considering that every entrepreneur is unique, finding the right coach to provide training and guidance as per the individual need is key. Our guest today, Nikki Rausch helps entrepreneurs improve their sales communication skills, and believes that everyone can be successful in sales.

CEO of Sales Maven, Nikki Rausch has the unique ability to transform the misunderstood process of “selling”. With 25+ years of experience selling to prestigious organizations like The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and NASA, Nikki shattered sales records and received “top producer” awards along the way. Today, entrepreneurs and small business owners hire Nikki to show them how to sell successfully and authentically. An engaging speaker, she shares the secrets of her sales success through keynote speeches and business-changing workshops. Her robust Sales Maven Society ignites game-changing outcomes for clients. Nikki has written three books, all available on Amazon, and she has a podcast called Sales Maven which you can find on your favorite podcast platform.

In today’s episode, Nikki talks about how to be strategic in sales communication. She also shades some light on the source of success in her coaching business.

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I started my business back in 2013 after meeting amazing entrepreneurs who were really struggling to have sales conversations. [3:21]
I am a practitioner and Master Practitioner of neuro linguistic programming which is the study of communication. [3:44]
I combined my NLP background, with my sales background and started helping some of these women that were struggling to make sales. [3:54]
The thing that I teach people is that, sales is something you do when you can start having conversations where you're no longer trying to talk at people but you're talking with them. [4:37]
I truly believe anybody and everybody can be successful in sales conversations, you just have to be more strategic and understand what is going on right now. [5:14]
Not everybody's going to be a client, and your job is to help identify quickly whether or not you are talking to a potential client. [6:34]
I also believe that you should be asking for permission along the way and not just going into sales mode. [6:48]
Instead of trying to chase everybody, pay attention because people give you buying signals. [8:28]
When you build strong connections, they will become really great ambassadors out in the work marketplace for you. [11:25]
I do private coaching which is tailored specifically to each person, run a group coaching program called sales Maven society and also train master classes. [12:48]
For my corporate clients, they hire me to come in and do specific trainings for their sales teams. [14:17]
My focus is I love working with women entrepreneurs and teaching them how to be more strategic in their sales conversations. [14:22]
You can take these skills, and apply them to any conversation in any relationship to increase and improve the success there. [15:41]
Commercial break. [17:15]
My secret sauce was really revealed by m clients asking how I knew how to do the things I was doing. [20:34
I always tell my clients that now, you don't really know what your business will be, or what it can become, until you start. [20:55]
If you have an offer that you want to put out into the marketplace, but are skeptical about whether or not people will buy it, go ahead and test it. [21:05]
My secret sauce is this language piece which is my monthly coaching program. [21:43]
I see things that not everybody sees in their messaging and I can tailor a message so that it lands softly to the reader. [22:27]
Whatever it is that you want to do, do it and let people give you feedback on it. [22:53]
What people love about my masterclasses is that I teach a concept and ask them to go and work on the concept that I just taught. [23:43]
I still teach every one of my master classes live because I want feedback from the audience. [24:36]
People need and want what it is that you offer so never ever be afraid to ask somebody how you can earn their business. [31:53]

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“Change capable probably is the single most important thing that each of us have to do now to be able to thrive in this new era of nonstop change.” Erika Andersen

Over the past two years— as we’ve battled a changing pandemic, hastily reinvented our businesses, and grudgingly reshaped our personal lives—who hasn’t thought, “When can we get back to normal?” says our guest today, Erika Andersen. However, according to Erika, our days will be much less stressful if we stopped viewing these changes as difficult, costly, and weird, and instead embraced them as doable, rewarding, and normal.

ERIKA ANDERSEN is the founding partner of Proteus International, a coaching, consulting, and training firm that focuses on leader readiness. For over three decades, she’s served as a consultant and advisor to top executives at today’s leading organizations, including Amazon, Spotify, Charter/Spectrum, and the Yale School of Public Health. She’s the author of four bestselling books, including Growing Great Employees and Be Bad First; is a popular leadership blogger at Forbes.com; and is the host of The Proteus Leader Show, a business and leadership podcast globally ranked in the top 10%. Her newest book is Change from the Inside Out: Making You, Your Team, and Your Organization Change-Capable (Berrett-Koehler Publishers; October 26, 2021).

In today’s episode, Erika shares how we can rewire our relationship with change and become more change capable. She also sheds some light on some simple ways to managing change faster, easier, and less painful.

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I started Proteus International in 1990 that was focused on coaching and training skills that would enable companies to be successful. [3:22]
The mission was and still is to help our clients clarify and move toward their hope for a future and that's what we've been trying to do for the last 30 plus years. [4:59]
When I write a book, it's because I've gotten curious about something, and I want to crack some kind of a code that I think will be helpful to people. [8:14]
When I started thinking in 2018, about writing book about change, there was some codes that I wanted to crack. [8:32]
I had two questions that I thought if I can find answers to, will make our change practice much more effective. [8:53]
I started to think about change relative to our history as human beings and we have handled change over the years. [9:52]
We really need to rewire ourselves so that we can become change capable. [12:16]
I did a lot of observation and thinking and research and came up with the change arc. [12:43]
Next, I noticed that when people are starting to gather this information, we start with a mindset that the change that's coming is going to be difficult, costly, and weird. [14:20]
I kept observing and I noticed that people shifted their mindset to thinking that the change could be easy, rewarding, and normal. [15:40]
We noticed that it's only when a critical mass of people are thinking that the change could be easy, rewarding and normal, that they start being willing to actually adopt the change. [17:11]
This was so exciting because this is movable and you can help people through that arc when you know what it is. [17:25]
It was so helpful to us to have this arc in our own company because were able to pivot really quickly to doing everything we do virtually after the pandemic hit. [19:53]
Change capable probably is the single most important thing that each of us have to do now to be able to thrive in this new era of nonstop change. [20:45]
When we teach people about the change arc, it allows them to comment any change neutrally. [21:36]
We have a five-step model, which we use in helping people do organizational change, and aligns with this change Ark. [23:17]
Our five-step model is a great way to make sure you're doing things that you need to do to make a change, and at the same time cascading people through their change arc. [23:25]
Commercial Break. [24:35]
One of the things that I know is true for me is that I have to do it first myself. [27:56]
As entrepreneurs, we are often in the position of having to help someone see something. [28:41]
I can't really help somebody see something until I see it very clearly myself, and then I can explain it in a way that's simple and compelling and meaningful. [28:57]
Authenticity is at the core of why as leaders we have to do it first ourselves. [30:57]
The silver lining of the pandemic is that we all know that we are more capable of change than we ever thought we were two years ago. [35:26]
We are all capable of making the changes we need to make, to create the life that we truly want to have. [35:42]

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“You are one ask away from greatness.” Annie P Ruggles

When done right, selling can propel your business to register exponential productivity and growth. It all starts with the honest desire to solve your clients’ problems and as our guest today, Annie Ruggles says, you have to be present and listen to the customer before prescribing a solution, and learning to ask customers to take action.

For over a decade, Annie P. Ruggles has harnessed her Hulk-like disdain for hard-sales, tacky self-promotion, and overly competitive sleaze balls as inspiration to help people find better ways to grow their small business. As the founder of The Non-Sleazy Sales Academy, she's guided hundreds of people toward making deeper connections, lasting impressions, and friendlier, more lucrative transactions and conversations. Her pride and joy is her podcast, Too Legitimate to Quit: Instantly Actionable Small Business Strategies with a Pop Culture Spin.

In today’s episode, Annie joins us to talk about her long journey to finally including herself in her success. She also provides insights on how to make sales easy and enjoyable.

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For years, I knew I am a problem solver and a people lover. [3:18]
I always worked to make sure that the people that need to be successful are getting ahead in this world, especially if they're the kind of people that are driving forward with ethics and integrity. [3:24]
I had all of these skills, but I didn't really actually do anything with that, because I was unwilling to sell. [3:44]
I was one of those people who said selling was an assortment of activities that make me feel out of integrity. [4:26]
I got stuck taking white label consulting job after white label consulting job until I realized that something's got to give. [5:06]
I watched my clients suffer, which was really embarrassing, because I realized that they were modeling me. [5:24]
I stopped everything I was doing, and I dedicated my life to figuring it out. [5:51]
Everything I learned about how to sell and sell beautifully, is so in alignment with me, and everything that was out of alignment with me was so easy to change or fix. [6:09]
How I help people shock their potential now is by showing them the beautiful, benevolent, charitable, generous, incredible, profitable badass salesperson inside these do-good entrepreneurs. [6:19]
We put so much pressure on ourselves to be authentic, transparent and consistent with how we show up and then we basically fall down in the last quarter mile of the marathon. [9:52]
Sales scripts robs sales people of originality and the most critical part of sales, which is the ability to listen to your prospect. [11:52]
By using talking points instead of a sales script, the sales calls will far and away be better, because you'll be present. [13:03]
The phrase that has made me more money than any other phrase in my life is “based on what you just told me..” [15:22]
If we have corporate sales trauma, or pit mentality, it's really easy to get onto those calls and assume that you're going to get a no. [21:27]
If you have had to sell other people's stuff in the past by their standards, don't carry that forward into selling your own stuff. [22:16]
It is important to not forget about deciders and other people in the house that may need to be consulted before making the decision. [24:27]
So often, we assign value based on our own metrics but in sales you need to get your wallet out of their brain because you don't know their financial situation. [25:47]
Commercial break. [27:07]
In my entrepreneurial journey, I have learnt that my capacity for love and care for my clients is unmatched. [30:22]
I have also learnt that my love for my clients is not going to be worth if I am unwilling to include myself in my own success. [30:30]
I started to resent the people I was helping and it wasn’t their fault but mine for not asking. [31:04]
In my mind, what I could give had to come before any idea of receiving forgetting the cliché that I could only serve my clients better when I have food on my table. [32:04]
I only changed when I started to be willing to be ambitious, successful, driven and profitable. [32:49]
Now, everything in my business has to be a ‘win-win.’ [33:55]
You are not allergic to sales, but find a way to ask that feels good because you are one ask away to greatness. [40:10]

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Thank you to our January Sponsor: www.businessmiracles.com or Heather Dominick

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“When you have an aligned community that understands what it means to be in the world creating as a highly sensitive, then it is a celebration.” Heather Dominick

For people who identify as highly sensitive, it is never easy navigating their professional as well as social worlds. However, with proper training and guidance, highly sensitive entrepreneurs have the ability to thrive and perform as good, or even better than their counterparts. This is according to our guest today, Heather Dominic. Heather specializes in helping entrepreneurs who are highly sensitive be aware about their unique strengths and how they can use that to maximize their productivity.

Heather Dominick is the founder of www.businessmiracles.com and has been training Highly Sensitive Entrepreneurs and Leaders to do things differently by working less and making more of a social impact and a higher income since 2010. Heather has taken everything that she learned from being self-employed since 2003, including her journey from personal bankruptcy to being the consistent steward of a 7-figure mission, and learning that she is a Highly Sensitive Person since 2010, and poured it into the comprehensive design of the Highly Sensitive Leadership Training Programs. This means that her clients have everything that they need to learn on how to excel in business and life.

One of Heather’s innate teaching abilities is to distill complicated information into bite size, doable, tangible transformational steps. She has been doing this for years whether that be teaching inner-city kids how to successfully perform Shakespeare or Highly Sensitive Entrepreneurs and Leaders how to claim their worth and increase their income. Heather continues to receive more gratitude cards and gifts over the years than she can count, and wants to share one of the more recent she received.

It is Heather’s honor to be a mentor on this incredible journey of what it means to claim Highly Sensitive Leadership for leaders and all those that they are to positively impact.

In todays episode, Heather talks about her journey that led her to discover that she is highly sensitive. She also talks about her motivation to help others like her embrace themselves and live their full potential.

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It's really valuable just to highlight the phrase highly sensitive which is a term that comes out of research that really began in the mid-1990s. [5:33]
What it means to be highly sensitive, is that your nervous system is wired to take in stimulation at a much higher degree than someone who is not highly sensitive. [6:05]
The work is really how to understand that you are highly sensitive to begin with, and then how to work with that. [7:09]
The work that I do is I step in to support those who feel called to be self employed by taking them through the highly sensitive leadership training programs. [7:18]
If you are untrained as a highly sensitive, it can feel as if you are at fault most of the time. [7:42]
Through training and learning to work with your nervous system, an entirely new world opens. [7:51]
So many who maybe know or don't know that they're officially highly sensitive, may believe that it's out of their control when in truth, you can learn to control it. [10:27]
The highly sensitive leadership training program is meant to be applied and implemented and impacting all of our relationships. [13:29]
All the teaching and trainings that I create, I am always looking to pull from various sources and various areas of study and research. [14:36]
Highly sensitives have various styles of learning, so I am always looking for avenues of teaching or training that will be supportive for all those modalities across the board. [14:52]
Research states that there are only 20% of people in the world who are highly sensitive. [17:12]
When you're unaware of what's actually happening with your nervous system, you can just feel kind of left out. [17:23]
The way the highly sensitive leadership training programs applies to business is that it helps highly sensitives to partner what's happening internally, to the actions that they taking in their businesses. [17:44]
Commercial break. [20:46]
Everything that I create in the leadership training programs comes from my own personal experiences. [24:16]
Highly sensitives tend to be quite smart because they like to study and learn but when it comes to the applying part, they need to retrain their nervous system. [24:42]
The coping mechanisms we adapt to when we are untrained in our nervous system include either pushing, hiding or combo plastering. [25:53]
The moment of what brought me to understand that I was highly sensitive, I can look back and absolutely say it was a dark night of the soul. [26:44]
I went into a space of deep inquiry of what was needed to do things differently, and that time is what led me to Dr. Aaron who led me to understand that I was highly sensitive. [28:49]
When I understood what it meant to be highly sensitive, I started to see that I need to go about doing everything differently. [29:21]
When talking about highly sensitive overwhelm, it means literally flooding the nervous system. [31:10]
It doesn’t have to be that way but it requires a process of learning how to do things differently and when you do, everything changes. [31:41]
My business miracle was my realization that in order to be successful in business, I needed to learn how to do things differently. [34:30]
If you are comparing yourself to someone who is not highly sensitive, you will always technically come up ‘short’. [36:42]
When you have an aligned community that understands what it means to be in the world creating as a highly sensitive, then there is really that celebration. [36:55]
Once the components are in place, it contributes to accelerated learning and that is why community is such a key piece to the highly sensitive leadership training program. [38:25]
If you have a sense that you or someone that you know is highly sensitive, pay attention to that glimmer because there is value in being willing to understand that people operate differently. [40:00]
The more you begin to accept and work with that as a positive and a strength, there will be more ease and more joy for everyone involved. [40:26]

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Thank you to our January Sponsor: www.businessmiracles.com or Heather Dominick

Are you a highly sensitive individual? You can learn to be in charge of yourself physically, spiritually and financially in a way that honors your highly sensitive self.

Heather Dominic is the founder of Business miracles.com. and she's been training highly sensitive entrepreneurs and leaders since 2010.

Whether you've been in business for years, or just starting out, learn how to be comfortable in your highly sensitive skin, to create your work and life to match who you truly are, so you can work less while making more impact and income.

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“The most freeing thing that you'll ever give yourself is realizing that all the answers are within you.” Nicole Laino

At any level, it is important that people learn to take responsibility for their actions and the resulting outcomes. This ensures that there is continuous improvement and the people are able to move forward towards achieving their goals. Our guest today, Nicole Laino, helps people get past their blocks to achieve more, and says it is important to start with a change of how you view self and the world as a whole.

Nicole Laino is a startup founder (Hilo CRM), brand strategist, peak performance coach, Reiki master/teacher and the host of the Limitless Entrepreneur podcast. She spent 6 years in corporate at a Fortune 100 company before leaving her career for entrepreneurship. Affectionately referring to herself as a Type – A hippie (a free spirit who can grow a business and meet a deadline), Nicole has found and understands that to be truly successful in business, you have to be both strategic and spiritual. She combines proven marketing strategies with brain-based science, and her experience as a Rapid Manifestation Method Practitioner to help her clients overcome their limiting beliefs, develop their authentic brand, and achieve massive success.

In today’s episode, Nicole will discuss her journey to becoming an entrepreneur, and the techniques she uses to help her clients tap in to their greatest potential.

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I grew up being an actor which was what I felt was my calling. [3:37]
I later got offered a position in wall street and when I didn't desire the comfort of a paycheck anymore, I left. [3:50]
I later moved into entrepreneurship by looking at how I could use all of my gifts and deciding how I fit into this world. [4:35]
Being a coach, intuitively kind of organically evolved and what I do now is exactly where I'm meant to be. [5:00]
Every step I take into expansion of that is about being more allowing, being more in tune and being more in alignment with who I truly am. [5:11]
When working with men that are not fully in their potential, there's always something that is causing them to either play small, or not fully step into their next level. [6:10]
With women, there are far more layers and it's so much more about the conditioning in place of what was acceptable and what was not. [6:28]
We think it's the world putting these pressures and responsibilities on us but we are the ones who accept them. [9:32]
Sometimes the hardest thing for us to do is to realize that we're just one question away from fixing our own problem. [11:20]
The greatest responsibility and the most freeing thing that you'll ever give yourself is realizing that all the answers are within you. [11:49]
Most people put way too much stock into getting the strategy but it's about finding the ones that are right for you. [14:45]
For the moon stuff and human design, it is really about pointing to the areas that need to be healed within ourselves. [19:47]
If our energy is all over the place and we need to rest, we give ourselves permission to do that for that finite period of time. [20:37]
Commercial break [21:24]
As far as part of my success, I know that I'm a voracious learner and I love to dive deep into subjects and take that knowledge and lead with it. [24:34]
A lot of that journey which is also a struggle and challenge is to trust that I know enough to lead with what I know. [24:51]
I realized that I communicate best when it can speak to it from either the perspective of a client where I've seen someone's journey unfold, or my own. [25:19]
I get people who are feeling like they are not living their potential that they feel called to live, and yet they're not able to walk as powerfully. [26:47]
Human Design gives us the map to show you where you are in your sheds and where you are out of alignment, as well as where you are not leaning into your power. [27:08]
People come to me with small traumas and I use a form of tapping, which is what the Rapid Relief technique is all about. [27:26]
A lot of women come to me feeling like they've burned out because they have leaned too much into the masculine energy. [28:25]
It's amazing how sometimes the answer is to do less of the right things than to do more of the wrong things, and you will make more money. [29:01]
When you are in alignment things feel good and the first stage of work is getting to that point of trusting. [33:07]
Whatever is happening to your life, the first step is looking at the challenges that you face in your life with curiosity instead of criticism. [34:28]
If you can contemplate things instead of criticizing, you will watch your world unfold so naturally and so beautifully. [34:50]

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Thank you to our January Sponsor: www.businessmiracles.com or Heather Dominic

Are you a highly sensitive individual? You can learn to be in charge of yourself physically, spiritually and financially in a way that honors your highly sensitive self.

Heather Dominic is the founder of Business miracles.com. and she's been training highly sensitive entrepreneurs and leaders since 2010.

Whether you've been in business for years, or just starting out, learn how to be comfortable in your highly sensitive skin, to create your work and life to match who you truly are, so you can work less while making more impact and income.

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“You will not find an extra ordinary entrepreneur who doesn’t know themselves.” Amira Alvarez

The awareness that nothing happens by chance helps entrepreneurs understand the relationship between action and output, thus bringing meaning to their business. However, sometimes getting that breakthrough to the next level can be elusive for a long time to majority of business people. Our guest today, Amira Alvarez helps entrepreneurs get past their blocks and says it all starts with learning to take responsibility of our actions.

Amira Alvarez is the founder and CEO of The Unstoppable Woman, a global coaching company helping entrepreneurs, empire builders, and rising stars in all fields achieve their goals and dreams faster than they ever thought possible. As someone who has made a quantum leap (going from barely making 6-figures to making $700k in one year, then onto 7-figures) and has lived to tell about it, she knows exactly what tactical strategies and mindset shifts are required to get out of your own way, live life on your own terms, and master the art of achieving any goal you set your mind to!

In today’s episode, Amira talks about her passion of helping people make the best of their strengths and talents while remaining true to themselves.

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My company is all about helping women entrepreneurs get past those invisible blocks that keep them from quantum leaping or making that income breakthrough. [2:36]
When I started my business, I was unconscious about what I was doing that had some level of competency because I was getting ahead. [3:47]
I had this moment of realization that I was working very hard and felt like there were not enough hours of the day to work. [6:06]
I started studying success and what makes people successful, and why I was having some level of success but not a major breakthrough. [6:19]
Once I had my breakthrough, I went from 138 to 700k and that was the beginning of the coaching business. [6:33]:
One of the things I had to figure out was how to use the law of cause and effect. [8:18]
I teach from a perspective of inner game and outer game because entrepreneurs need both. [10:48]
I teach a lot from the concept of universal laws that help people understand that the world is an ordered place. [13:27]
The law of compensation says you'll be compensated according to the need for what you do, your ability to do it, and the difficulty in replacing you. [13:38]
Over the years, I have become exceedingly good at getting very quick results for my clients but that was not the case when I started. (14:19]
If I don't own my value, I'm going to make myself small and suppress myself and that makes me very commoditized. [15:20]
It was a terrifying process to keep making decisions from where I wanted to be, becoming the person that I wanted to be and owning that value. [16:20]
You will not find an extra ordinary entrepreneur who doesn’t know themselves. [19:30]
Commercial break
If you are constantly grinding and you don’t learn how to use your mind to change your perspective about what you are doing, you’re always going to feel like a grind and you are going to burn out. [23:51]
The level of truth, transparency and honesty I have about what I am doing is what allows me to grow so quickly. [24:54]
For most people, when they don't get the result that they want, they will blame other people. [25:19]
As human beings we are conditioned to defend against this idea of being wrong. [25:52]
If you're so committed to not being wrong, you will never be able to look at what you're doing and make any change. [26:07]
If you learn how to take 100% personal responsibility, the world can't do anything to you. [27:11]
Once you identify the gap, you have to do something different and take massive action immediately and consistently. [28:04]
As an entrepreneur, do not be afraid of your desires, because they are causative and shows you your path. [33:26]

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Thank you to our January Sponsor: www.businessmiracles.com or Heather Dominic

Are you a highly sensitive individual? You can learn to be in charge of yourself physically, spiritually and financially in a way that honors your highly sensitive self.

Heather Dominic is the founder of Business miracles.com. and she's been training highly sensitive entrepreneurs and leaders since 2010.

Whether you've been in business for years, or just starting out, learn how to be comfortable in your highly sensitive skin, to create your work and life to match who you truly are, so you can work less while making more impact and income.

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“To have your own rules you have to be really good at what you do and have confidence in it and not give up on it.” Lee Caraher

Communication is often one of the core functions of top performing organizations. Understanding how to communicate effectively and what to say is important for the performance and sustainability of businesses. Our guest today, Lee Caraher, is a communication strategists and believes that communication is everyone’s job, and not only top management.

Lee Caraher is the CEO of Double Forte, a national independent PR/Communications agency. An acclaimed communication strategist, Lee is known for her practical solutions to big problems. She's on a mission to help small businesses break through the noise and make a big impact. Lee has a reputation for building cohesive, high producing teams who have fun together at the same time and has authored two top-selling books about positive and profitable work culture.

She is a straight talker who doesn't hold too many punches, although she does her best to be pleasant about it. Her big laugh and sense of humor have gotten her out of a lot of trouble.

Her company works with some of the top consumer lifestyle, digital life, technology and wine brands in the country. Double Forte’s “Get on The Map” service is a foundation-building program that helps small businesses and individuals build authority and visibility to drive business success. Working with Lee and her senior team, small businesses and entrepreneurs learn how to “Show Up” and “Level Up” their footprints and influence to compete and grow their businesses.

In today’s episode, Lee talks about her journey to becoming the acclaimed communication strategist she is today.

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Instagram: @leecaraher

I'm the president and founder of double forte which is a national Independent Public Relations strategic communications company. [3:41]
We help our clients achieve their business goals through communication. [3:52]
The biggest mistake companies can make is not make sure that they understand what marketing is and what it is not. [5:41]
I want to build a business on actually helping people achieve their goals. [8:20]
There's no way in between for an agency to do it without the client doing their part, and if they're unwilling to do it, no one can be successful. [9:45]
I think communication is the heart of all things, and that what you say matters. [11:03]
The thing about culture is that It's a common story among us and that the behaviors you allow in your team have to be articulated. [11:27]
The people we work with every day are the ones we spend most our time in relationship with and that's where you need to actually overemphasize communication. [11:54]
The job of communication is not just the leaders’ but everybody’s. [12:29]
My two books are about how you create a culture of transparency that is built on relationship, which therefore has communication at the heart. [12:37
You need to make sure you're all speaking the same language because if you don't, it all falls apart. [14:10]
Commercial break [14:42]
Two events that led me to start my own company but are my son having developmental disorders and my mom being diagnosed with stage four cancer. [17:28]
I advise everybody to not define yourself by what you don't want but rather define yourself with what you do want. [21:18]
I think you do so much better work when you're interested in what is around you. [22:50]
I have learned that to have your own rules you have to be really good at what you do and have confidence in it and not give up on it. [23:45]
My belief is that we should keep people with us as long as we possibly can if they are the right people. [27:47]
The rules I put on who we work with apply to how we treat our people and that is transformational for my house. [28:58]
The advice I would give my younger self would be, just do it yourself because you are good enough. [30:40]
You can do something bigger than you think and you a bigger story to share with the world. [33:10]

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Thank you to our January Sponsor: www.businessmiracles.com or Heather Dominic

Are you a highly sensitive individual? You can learn to be in charge of yourself physically, spiritually and financially in a way that honors your highly sensitive self.

Heather Dominic is the founder of Business miracles.com. and she's been training highly sensitive entrepreneurs and leaders since 2010.

Whether you've been in business for years, or just starting out, learn how to be comfortable in your highly sensitive skin, to create your work and life to match who you truly are, so you can work less while making more impact and income.

Learn more: https://energyrich.isrefer.com/go/HSCC/SYP/

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“The older we get the more roadblocks we put in our own way and that definitely can stop us from doing our best work or getting it to where we want to go.” Pavlina Osta

Embracing an entrepreneurial journey at a young age is never easy. The pressure to keep up with the changing business world and the industry can be daunting especially when not well grounded to values. Our guest today, Pavlina Osta has been in the limelight for as long as she can remember and says that it is all about being yourself and not letting other people get into your head.

Pavlina Osta is an award-winning multimedia personality and the best-selling author of 20 Things Every Motivated 20-Something Should Know. Currently based in New York City, Pavlina implements her dynamic talents daily as a content creator, producer, host, and serial entrepreneur.

Pavlina has strong roots in speaking to pop culture. At the age of 11, she hosted her first radio talk show, which won her five Gracie Awards between 2014 and 2017, a TELLY Award, a Communicator Award, and a Rising Star Award. As she continued her media journalism career, Pavlina interviewed over 600 notable celebrities and later on earned herself a Guinness World Record for the Most Radio Interviews Conducted in 24 Hours – 347 interviews.

Today, at age twenty-four, this groundbreaking Gen Z commentator continues to make waves in the media industry. With her newest book (20 Things Every Motivated 20-Something Should Know) and her podcast (The Greatness Blueprint), Pavlina is changing the way Millennials and Gen Zs view success, take care of themselves, and unlock their potential.

In today’s episode, Pavlina will be talking about her journey to what she does today.

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Podcast: https://www.pavlinaosta.com/if-god-had-a-podcast

I started my radio show when I was 11 years old. [3:13]
As I got older, I started doing the millennial Gen Z commentating on different talk shows because I was fascinated with my generation. [3:39]
I always felt very thankful for finding out what I wanted to do so early and that really motivated me in my journey and what I do now. [4:06]
I quit my corporate job in July to really focus on myself and my brand which is now into wellness and self-development. [4:28]
I want to be able to interview and educate the people that are able to help millennials and Gen Z with what it is that they're going through. [5:03]
I was fascinated and learnt to play the steel drums when I was in fifth grade and afterwards my parents got me my own steel drums made by Tommy Reynolds [5:33].
I started getting those performances done in different places and ended up getting my first radio interview which I ended up liking it a lot and the rest happened. [9:24]
The older we get the more roadblocks we put in our own way and that definitely can stop us from doing our best work or getting it to where we want to go. [13:42]
I came up with my book during COVID which I am proud of the fact that it's a bestseller on Amazon and I want to continue to work on promoting the book. [14:32]
It is a guide and a blueprint for young people to succeed not only in their careers, but also in their lives. [14:53]
I feel like there's so much noise and false information and I try to sort of cut through that with a tough love and a sprinkle of celebrity advice that I got throughout the years in my book. [15:06]
I just finished the whole process of rebranding and I am focusing on my podcast which is basically going to be a branch of the book. [16:04]
I really want to go into every single issue that I know I have, or that I know peers of mine have to sort of help on that self-development journey. [16:13]
I am so thankful that we talk about mental illness and mental health. [17:40]
It is important that we talk about mental health because it is part of who we are and it makes people a lot more compassionate. [19:03]
I feel like being able to talk about that and being open with each other enough to do that does bring in more of the human connection side that we seem to lose when everything is digital. [19:35]
Commercial break. [19:57]
I have faced different obstacles at different times from dealing with not really getting a lot of support from different people to turning my student life on and off. [23:09]
It was a very complicated dynamic and so I just had to sort of adjust all the time. [24:16]
It was challenging for me while I was in college and while I was trying to climb the corporate ladder, because I didn’t really understand timelines with things. [25:30]
It took a minute to learn that being an entrepreneur, you're going to have ups and downs, and that the lows are when you learn and actually are growing and it is how you have the wins. [26:10]
I'm trying to reverse and go back to how I used to think when I was young where loss was a learning experience and not failure. [26:39]
Who you're around really does affect your mental state, how you think, what you believe and how you perceive things. [27:15]
It's so important to do the things that keeps you whole and I think that communications everything. [30:14]
My greatest strength is that I am extremely resourceful and I believe is the most important tool for all entrepreneurs. [32:10]
The mentality of always wanting to make it perfect will stop you in your tracks and nothing will get done thus hindering your progress. [34:03]
The advice I would give my younger self is to own what you are and don’t let other people get in your head. [35:40]
No matter what it is you are going, it gets better so keep going. [37:46]

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Thank you to our January Sponsor: www.businessmiracles.com or Heather Dominic

Are you a highly sensitive individual? You can learn to be in charge of yourself physically, spiritually and financially in a way that honors your highly sensitive self.

Heather Dominic is the founder of Business miracles.com. and she's been training highly sensitive entrepreneurs and leaders since 2010.

Whether you've been in business for years, or just starting out, learn how to be comfortable in your highly sensitive skin, to create your work and life to match who you truly are, so you can work less while making more impact and income.

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“Whatever you're doing, the sooner you get started on it, the sooner you can reach your goals and dreams.” Mike Ross

When it comes to financial literacy, the earlier one gets to learn about it the better placed they will be to make good financial decisions. This is according to our guest today, Mike Ross, who has been in the business of educating young people to understand about money usage from an early age.

Mike Gross is a dynamic speaker, facilitator, entrepreneur coach, and youth development professional. He has spent more than 10 years creating, designing, & facilitating programs for tomorrow’s leaders and those that serve them. Spreading a message emphasizing entrepreneurship, motivation, leadership, and changing the paradigm on young people of color. He is also the founder of the WesGold Fellows Summer Internship (www.wesgoldfellows.com), co-founder of educational app startup Kiddie Kredit (www.kiddiekredit.com ) and the author of the youth entrepreneurship book, ‘You Can, You Should, You’re P.A.I.D., a Guide to the Successful Entrepreneur Mindset,” which can be found on Amazon or directly on his website.

In today’s episode, Mike will talk about his business and some of the factors that have greatly contributed to the success of his business.

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Website: www.mikegrossonline.com

I feel like I have always been in a position to help others and I always thought that whatever the career I got into it was going to be helping others to reach their potential. [2:12]
The business that we've created is called kitty credit which is a mobile chore tracking app designed to prepare families for the risks of using credit. [2:26]
In advance of you ever having to actually use credit, we want you to understand both how it works, and how it impacts your life moving forward. [3:31]
We know that credit is one of the most important wealth building tools that America has to offer. [3:39]
Our goal is to start at a much younger age to ensure that you know how to use it effectively. [3:55]
When it comes to your finances, it's often a really emotionally charged topic and families look at it in different ways. [8:32]
If I can get you from that foundational level to understand that money and credit are tools that you can use effectively for your future, then we're in a better position. [9:37]
Commercial break. [11:47]
What have I learned about myself is, first that I love starting things. [13:05]
One of the most important things that I've learned is, you cannot do this effectively without a good team. [13:31]
The strengths that I have that helped me to succeed in business being able to envision the final endgame of what we're trying to get to. [14:07]
There are so many people who help you achieve whatever it is that you're getting to. [16:13]
You're standing on the shoulders of giants who have already come before you and laid the foundation to be able to build the business you want after that. [16:19]
There are a good number of people who are excited to support the mission and vision when you clearly lay it out. [19:11]
Once we have something to get behind, we can build together and leverage the skills, abilities and time of other people. [19:24]
There is no reason you can't start today, whatever the idea or business goal. [20:57]
Whatever you're doing, the sooner you get started on it, the sooner you can reach your goals and dreams. [21:13]
It is not always about the money, there has to be a bigger goal in mind for what you are accomplishing which can push you through those really difficult times. [21:44]
Take measured intentional steps to reach whatever the goals that you have for yourself. [22:54]

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“I inspire and motivate them to get back up off the canvas, re-engage in that competitive game of life, and give it another shot.” Jeff Martinovich

Sometimes life throws us carved balls which may seem too hard to take. Yet it is during those moments when your mindset has to remain optimistic and tough in order to work through the hardships. Our guest today, Jeff Martinovich, has made through some of the toughest times and says that it is about taking deliberate actions to remain strong not only mentally, but physically and spiritually as well.

Jeffrey A. Martinovich is a First Gulf War Veteran, MBA, and CEO of JAM Accelerator, LLC, a business consulting and incubation firm. Previously, Jeff was Founder and CEO of MICG Investment Management, a billion-dollar wealth management firm. After the 2008 Financial Crisis, Jeff rejected three government plea offers, resulting in a 14-year prison sentence. Yet the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed twice, two U.S. District Court Judges were removed, and after nearly 7 years, he was released to home confinement in May 2020 to begin rebuilding his life. His book is Just One More: The Wisdom of Bob Vukovich.

In this episode, Jeff talks more about his life as he went through the most difficult moments of his life and the motivation to rebuild after his released.

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It was a very traumatic challenge to one day be running a billion-dollar organization, and the next day be in the throes of defending everybody. [3:02]
We all have these pivotal points in our life, where all of our training and experiences comes into play. [3:16]
I was sentenced to 14 years in prison and I went to a pretty higher security violent prison. [4:41]
I went into the Law Library and started to teach myself federal criminal law. [4:59]
I was incredibly lucky to reverse my case twice, removed two federal judges, and get back home after seven years. [5:15]
I decide that every day I was going to get up and be stronger physically, intellectually and emotionally and I worked in these three areas every day. [7:49]
When you have had a lot of leadership positions, the key is to fix it situations. [8:11]
Now I'm working day and night to rebuild the world and I'm helping a lot of the people in organizations that were hurt through this with me. [8:24]
I am also trying to help a ton of other people, not let what happened to me happen to them. [8:48]
Most people, especially entrepreneurs don't realize that the more successful you get, the more visible you are. [9:01]
At the Academy in the military, we always say that if you're not scared, you're stupid but courage is what you do when you're scared. [10:53]
Jam accelerator is a combination consulting and coaching business that we have where we help business owners do better. [13:05]
I love to help business owners and we do it in a consulting or in a coaching model and we do in the defense industry as well as a pretty broad array of commercial business. [13:35]
I really like mostly getting immersed with our clients and we try to take on projects where we could have Uber dramatic impact on the organization. [15:31]
Commercial Break. [16:02]
I've made more mistakes than anyone who could possibly be listening to this show right now. [17:42]
My secret sauce is culture because I believe everybody wants to be part of something that inspires them. [18:05]
To do that, we have to be different and be better in everything that we do because that is what separates us from everybody. [18:58]
I get scared every day because I still feel these things hanging over me, but I slap myself and keep moving. [24:56]
Through all these occurrences and tragedy, I definitely cemented that theory that the more people we help, it comes back to us 100,000 times over. [25:20]
I'm just trying every day to lead the best life that I can lead physically, intellectually and emotionally, spiritually, believing that tomorrow will be a better day. [25:33]
Everybody goes through these terrible times and you never know what's going on with the person next to you. [26:30]
I just want to try to inspire and motivate people to get back up off the canvas, reengage in that competitive game of life, and give it another shot. [26:52]
We pray in our time and God answers in his time so it never happens when we think it will but eventually it does. [27:10]

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“I am a huge believer in teaching and more importantly, apprenticeship in business.” Sean Campell

Information is one of the fundamental aspects that drive organizational success. Getting the right data and communicating it to inform decisions is the goal of marketing research. Our guest today, Sean Campbell, has been helping businesses learn and navigate their environment and stresses on the importance of continuous learning and apprenticeship in organizations.

Sean has been training, mentoring, and educating all his life. An exceptionally well regarded conference speaker and author, Sean has delivered talks for Fortune 50 companies and top tier conferences. He has also been the author of several books on technical as well as business topics. Sean has also been a professional services firm owner for over 20 years. His professional services work has spanned consulting engagements with the Fortune 50 and startups you’ve heard of, the sale of his first professional services company, and the growth of delivery, sales, marketing, and operational practices inside professional services firms. In short, Sean brings a wealth of knowledge when it comes to surviving and thriving as a service firm owner or the leader of a practice area inside a larger services firm.

In today’s episode, Sean talks about the importance of market research for firms and the work his company does to help companies get out of the valleys they are in.

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Twitter Handle https://twitter.com/sean_campbell

The word cascade is knowledge that just keeps going on and bumping into other knowledge and growing. [3:31]
Predominantly, we're a market research firm and we go help our clients learn more about the market which they can use in ways that they find advantageous and we also do a lot of marketing activation. [3:38]
We get hire for two reasons, either pain that is a company is experiencing or opportunity they want to gain from. [3:51]
One of our more popular blog posts for years was how good people deliver bad news. [9:58]
One of the interesting thing about our client base, is that they really need us to tell them bad things. [10:54]
We don't have the ability to control the message all the way forward and back but I do feel like we're truth tellers. [12:28]
We very much watch that we bring in people in who have enough empathy that they can marry that with being truth tellers. 13:58]
What we're trying to do with clients all the time is trying to get them to understand the valley they're in, but let them see what's shining on the other side that they can get to. [15:00]
One of the things that's led us to be really successful is honestly how much we've said no. [15:40]
I would say once you are making some amount of money, you need to learn how to say no. [16:04]
Commercial Break. [17:38]
The thing that's been the biggest driver for my successes, is that I love to learn. [19:39]
Very few people read things that conflicts with what they already believe and business owners do this too. [21:03]
It takes real effort to go find things you disagree with and from a business standpoint, you need that kind of input. [21:19]
I am a huge believer in teaching and more importantly, apprenticeship in business. [22:17]
In the line of work that we do, knowledge workers collaborating is usually a good thing. [24:09]
I realized that by saying apprenticeship it creates a bit of a power dynamic where it forces the idea that someone is more knowledgeable than you. [25:22]
Apprenticeship requires the idea that someone else in the company has more knowledge than you. [25:43]
I think that it is weird to make everybody feel somewhat equivalent in the organization because the gap has to exist for apprenticeship to work. [25:53]

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“It's good not to just be focusing on you and always your growth and profitability, but also about how you can bring up others with you on your way up.” Natalie Sisson

One of the greatest aspirations for entrepreneurs is for their business to positively impact the community. Our guest today Natalie Sisson, has built her business around helping people and says that the benefits of giving back in business are numerous key among them being strong relationships.

Natalie Sisson is a New Zealand entrepreneur, three times bestselling author, speaker, host of the ‘Untapped’ podcast and handstand lover. After ditching a successful corporate career and co-founding a technology company, Natalie decided to monetize her humble, 6-month old blog, The Suitcase Entrepreneur, into a multiple-six figure online education platform back in 2010.

In her efforts to continuously innovate, Natalie, the OG of digital nomads, turned that content and knowledge into 8 different revenue streams including digital products, courses, workshops, international retreats, and coaching.

These days, she’s passionate about helping women tap into their potential and get paid to be them, so they make an income and impact, simply by being them. Her mission is to help 1,000 women earn $10K per month and contribute at least 1% of their revenue to causes they care about that help lift girls and women up, to create a ripple effect in each other’s lives.

Her most treasured role is as Queen Bee to the Queens of the $10K Club, an international posse of women who support each other through trials and success, all while being coached and mentored by Natalie. Natalie is a two-time Amazon No #1 bestselling author, a sought-after speaker and named as one of Huffington Post’s 50 Must-Follow Women Entrepreneurs in 2017.

In 2021 she was listed on Cashflow Podcasting’s Top 13 Women’s Business Coaches Today. She’s a contributor to Thrive, Forbes and Lifehack, and has featured on many other publications and media outlets including 60 Minutes, Yahoo Finance, Huffington Post, Guardian, Daily Mail, Sydney Herald, Mashable and more.

Her book titles include “Suck It Up Princess: Real life strategies to be the heroine you already are and have the money, success and life you deserve,” and “The Suitcase Entrepreneur: Create Freedom in Business and Adventure in Life Paperback.”

In today’s episode, Natalie shades more light on her entrepreneurial journey and her passion of helping women entrepreneurs reach their maximum potential.

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Instagram: http://instagram.com/nataliesisson/

Twitter: http://twitter.com/nataliesisson/

Something I really love about being an entrepreneur is looking for those opportunities for your own personal and professional growth. [4:15]
The Suitcase Entrepreneur was a love affair for 7 years where I was traveling the world living out of a suitcase showing people how to build an online business from anywhere in the world. [4:21]
I went back home and took a sabbatical and later felt like something new was bubbling but not throwing everything away. [4:52]
My business today is still similar, but it's under my own brand name and has switched to helping women. [5:57]
It became clear to me that my sort of superpower is about seeing potential and others and showing them how to get paid to do the work that they love by being themselves. [6:30]
The business is pretty much about education, teaching, but with just a far more specific aspect of helping women entrepreneurs. [6:49]
Freedom has always been one of my highest values and the way that I have built my business. [8:41]
More entrepreneurs need to actually be able to step away and recharge their batteries rather than pay lip service. [10:51]
We are in charge of our own boundaries and limitations and where our energy is best suited to that and we all need to take charge of that. [11:56]
When I had a Suitcase Entrepreneur, it was primarily startup at the beginning of the journey. [12:40]
These days, my favorite audience, are people who do come to me are action takers, who are already further along in their business. [13:59]
When you give, you get so much back, and you should never give with the sake of the camera. [15:36]
There's so many proven benefits to giving in terms of your own feel good factor, how it helps others and the long term relationships. [16:06]
It's good not to just be focusing on you and always your growth and profitability but also, about how you can bring up others with you on your way up. [16:42]
Commercial break. [17:40]
I love when communities come together and strive for better things and realize that they got the ability to be responsible and make great decisions. [18:52]
The 10k club came about during COVID after I got clarity on what is it that I know I can bring and help people with. [19:07]
I saw this as a goal for so many and I thought that's something I knew I can help people with. [19:35]
I distilled down all my years of business experience into the things that had allowed me to succeed and what those pillars were, which came down to three pillars. [19:59]
I really want to help people see their potential, and then from there, they can leapfrog into whatever they need. [20:42]
It's the consistent part and definitely moving those women from a space of always being a service provider mode into spending less time but being more impactful. [22:00]
It is a bit of a mindset shift for some of them who have always been sort of trading time for money, and looking at the way in which you can leverage online business to do that. [22:19]
It is good to think about building a business that can be run without you, it's a smart move. [25:16]
I love it when people decide to go all in and take action versus saying I'll try. [27:56]
It breaks my heart when I hear the word trial, because it usually is not intentional and there's nothing behind it. [28:02]

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“Just because something goes wrong, it doesn't mean that you're a failure.” Polly Alexandre

For entrepreneurs, the call to taking responsibility and living your purpose is sometimes not crystal clear. The journey to discovering your purpose can be long and filled with challenges and self-doubt. Our guest today, Polly Alexander has gone through a long entrepreneurial journey towards finding and living her purpose and says that flexibility to learn and pivoting when necessary is key.

Polly Alexandre is a certified Master Coach, an Intuitive Healer & holds a BA (Hons) in Psychology. She blends her extensive transformational coaching experience & intuitive healing abilities with 15 years’ experience as an entrepreneur.

As the founder of Money Beautifully™ & Thrive Beautifully™, Polly helps spiritual entrepreneurs, change makers, visionary creatives and inspirational leaders fulfill their soul’s purpose and use their gifts to change the world.

In today’s episode, Polly will talk about her journey that led her into what she does today. She will also let us in to some of the secrets that have contributed to her success.

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Website: www.pollyalexandre.com

I've been an entrepreneur for a long time and originally it came from the desire to get out of the corporate world. [3:53]
Unplanned, I went back to university, studied, tried a few things and then became a photographer. [4:19]
Partway through my business journey I learned you could learn from others and that made it a lot easier because then I realized I could learn from the people who are further ahead. [4:35]
In my late 30s, I had a period in my life when everything started to fall apart and this led to me having to rework my own life. [4:46]
That is when my personal development journey began in earnest which actually led to a whole new career path that was not planned. [5:16]
I eventually acknowledged that there was something in the coaching and I just started taking clients who shared the life changing results. [5:55]
I started helping others, and obviously brought my own entrepreneurial experience in. [6:07]
The universe led me into learning intuitive healing and on that journey, I was clearing my own blocks and releasing my own limiting beliefs while at the same time learning how to help others do that. [6:31]
I help people basically release their money blocks but it's about so much more than money and more about realizing potential. [7:14]
It led me on a path that was so much broader, beautiful and more interesting than I ever expected. [8:22]
When our belief system has gotten the opposite to what we're trying to create, our belief system always wins. [9:14]
Kinesiology is a tool for testing our beliefs that are held in our body and it kind of bypasses the conscious mind, and tells us the truth of what's going on. [10:13]
As a trained healer, you see blockages in the body, and areas of disharmony in your clients who have blockages. [11:50]
If our belief system is not congruent with the wealth we're looking to create, we'll find a way to self-sabotage to destroy it. [14:31]
As you scale your business, you want to be scaling your belief system as it relates to money so that you can then hold that wealth. [14:46]
Your intuition is your wisest guide when you're choosing someone to work with or support your business. [17:23]
Commercial Break. [18:22]
The first part of my journey was not entrepreneurial accidentally as I was following my passion for photography and then figuring out how to make money. [20:14]
The second one was really about directly helping others and that involved learning everything about running an online business as well. [20:23]
I was doing that fully before the pandemic and that's been an absolute blessing and God sent but I had to learn everything tech wise. [20:32]
I learned emotional resilience and learning to handle my emotions, so that I get off that emotional roller coaster in my business. [21:17]
Sometimes when things don't work, it's because you're supposed to be doing something slightly different. [23:20]
We think we know the way something has to work out but we don't know that all the different possibilities nor the long term consequence of that. [25:24]
When you're an entrepreneur, you need to be flexible, you need to pivot constantly. [25:37]
Some of the Secrets to my success is first is being connected to source or God, whatever you call that higher power and that's closely linked to listening to your intuition. [26:00]
Second thing is your energy is everything and when it starts to drop, make it a priority by investing in a lot in good food and in rest. [27:14]
Third one is taking big risks and that's linked to not allowing your fears to hold you back. [29:35]
Fourth one is creating a powerful brand and that has been powerful right from the start. [31:56]
The fifth thing is resilience where knowing that miracles happen when you put yourself out there. [35:10]
The sixth thing is the ability to invest in my own personal development and transformation is a priority. [37:55]
Number seven is kindness and really caring about your clients because people resonate with authenticity and kindness more. [39:39]
The eight is getting support and being able to learn what business is about is a game changer. [40:18]
The last one is fun, where if I am not having fun, I don’t want to do it. [40:45]
It can be hard running your own business and it is really important to remember that you are here for a reason. [44:26]
Part of that journey is figuring out how to share and deliver your gifts and who needs them. [44:45]

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“You have to put yourself out there and be willing to fail.” Mike Williston

In the entrepreneurial journey, very little actually turns out exactly how it was initially expected to. That is why patience is key for survival and success in entrepreneurship. This is according to our guest today, Mike Williston, who also believes that every experience in entrepreneurship leads to something bigger.

Mike Williston is both a co-founder and the CEO of Satellite Displays. He is a results-driven entrepreneur who thrives in early-stage startups. As CEO, he is responsible for taking an idea to reality in his quest to transform the way we communicate. Satellite Displays' created Badger, the world's first closed captioning smart badge that converts speech-to-text and translations in real-time. Badger can also translate in 50+ languages. His vision for the company is what excites his team to elevate to the next level.

Mike’s entrepreneurial journey started at a young age. In high school, Mike launched his first business venture, MGW Contracting, which he ran and operated throughout his undergrad at Monmouth University where he received a double major in Business Marketing and Management. At Monmouth, he was accepted into the accelerated MBA program and worked as a graduate assistant. After completing his MBA from Monmouth University, he jumped right into the start-up world at Compliance Wave. Here he was the first employee part of the Founding Team and Director of Lead Generation.

After launching, Mike and his team rapidly grew the business which resulted in a successful acquisition in 4 years. Next Mike grew interested in manufacturing and began working with Orient Corporation of America, a 100+ year old Japanese manufacturer of dyes and pigment dispersions. While working for Orient, Mike began developing Badger. In August 2019, Mike left Orient to pursue Badger full time and his former employer, Orient, became one of the first early investors in his company Satellite Displays.

Developing, creating and executing ideas is what gets Mike up in the morning, and if you’re in the room with him, you’ll want to learn more and participate in the journey. He makes problem solving fun for those who work with him. He enjoys building exceptional teams while helping everyone hit their personal goals. His family means everything to him, and their dinner conversations range from life goals to sports to business. He developed his competitive edge from playing sports growing up. Outside of work, you can still find him staying active in the gym or playing competitive basketball. And if it’s a windy day, you can find him in the ocean kitesurfing… his favourite type of “board meeting.”

In today’s episode, Mike will elaborate on his passion for kite surfing as well as his entrepreneurial journey towards developing a tool that impact lives for the better.

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Personal IG: @mgw31

Business IG: @hey.badger

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelwilliston/

Business LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/satellite-displays

Start Engine Page: https://www.startengine.com/satellite-displays

Facebook: @heybadger

I've been kite surfing for about five years now and it's a really tight knit community of entrepreneurs. [2:52]
Kite surfing because teaches you how to be patient which is a huge thing when it comes to being an entrepreneur. [3:53]
We created a company called satellite displays and a created badge, which is the world's first closed captioning smart badge that translates or convert speech to text in real time. [5:05]
It works just like a television where you can put closed captions on people in real time which is amazing because communications is really what's going to keep the world spinning. [7:16]
A lot of businesses are formed when tragic things happen or there's a problem where we were building the badger when all of a sudden, the pandemic hit. [8:30]
Due to wearing masks, all of a sudden people that had good hearing were now experiencing what it's like to not have good he [8:56]
Using closed captioning is engaging to the person listening and watching so we're kind of trying to bring that into the real world. [10:57]
There are so many stories where badger could have helped such as where translators are needed or when visiting a foreign country and there is language barrier. [11:54]
It is all about the patience where you have to be willing to show up for the win and not be scared to fail. [14:37]
Commercial break. [15:24]
My secret for success is just constantly being confident and knowing that what I am doing is going to make a difference. [17:19]
You have to put yourself out there and be willing to fail and to be critiqued while going out there and expressing your passion for what you're building. [17:42]
Every experience that you have leads to something else and without that I couldn't have done badger and satellite di [19:55]
I kept the relationships open with all of you and now, everything that I worked on back in 2011, is now coming to fruition in 2021, with badger and satellite displays. [20:05]
If you have an idea, get it to market as fast as possible because without that feedback, you can't improve, innovate, or keep [22:40]
Communication is a two way street where there's the person that is speaking and the person that is listening, and badger helps both. [24:44]
Trust yourself, and keep going on with the journey because if you can stick this out, this is a hell of a ride and it's a lot of fun. [26:05]

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“It doesn't matter where you come from or what you did, you can step into who you were put on this earth to be. “ L. Y. Marlow

Breaking historical patterns doesn’t happen easily. This is especially true when it runs across multiple generations. It requires a strong will power and commitment to break off and out of such circumstances and that is what our guest today L. Y. Marlow, did. Marlow went through years of hard work and persistence to be a different story as well as to enable multiple generations tell their story and change it for the better.

L.Y. Marlow is an award-winning author and sought-after empowerment advocate and influencer whose life journey took her from a legacy of domestic violence to the opulence of corporate America and now to a life devoted to inspiring other women. L.Y.’s story would be notable enough given her tenacity to shatter the status quo, but it would be her courageous decision to step down from a progressive and stellar 20+ year corporate career to pursue her passion and write her award-winning Color Me Butterfly—the compelling and heart wrenching story behind the national organization she founded Saving Promise—inspired by five generations of mothers and daughters in her family that survived more than sixty years of domestic violence, including her granddaughter, a little girl named Promise.

This heartfelt and captivating story of tragedy to triumph inspired her memoir Don’t Look at the Monster: One Woman’s Journey to Embrace a Purposeful Life and MonsteRise—a women empowerment brand to inspire women to confront their fears and embrace their passion, purpose and power!

In today’s episode, Marlow will talk about her life journey and the events that led her to the business she does today.

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Clubhouse: @lymarlow

My journey started nearly fifty years ago, when I was in corporate America and I was at the top of my game. [4:27]
I grew up in poverty and in one of the most crime infested projects in Philadelphia. [4:40]
I was the first in my family to eventually leave Wilson Park and go to school for 16 years at night to earn three degrees. [4:58]
I had my daughter when I was 17 and was in an abusive relationship and I made a decision I was going to get up out of there. [5:20]
It would be 20 years into my career, that I got a call that my daughter had almost been killed through domestic violence which ultimately changed the shift of my life. [5:50]
I had published my first book called “Colour Me Butterfly,” about four generations that were trapped, suffered and survived 60 plus years of domestic violence. [6:03]
I wrote a letter to Oprah, about how my daughter was strangled and nearly killed for the second time and how, as a mother, was in pain. [6:50]
The words eventually led me to launch a national organization called Save me promise. [7:38]
I walked away from corporate America and had no idea how to do that or what my potential was because I was going through a tough time. [7:53]
No matter what I was coming against, I knew my life was purposeful and I was going to not only step up out of that, but pay it forward to help other women. [8:58]
Whatever you want in your life is 80% of mindset and 20% of strategy. [10:46]
My breakthrough in my mindset came when talking to a friend and I said that everything is a gift, a lesson or a blessing. [10:54]
Now even when I get annoyed I try to look for the gift, the lesson or the blessing in the situation. [12:45]
I now have come to acknowledge in these last few years that Oprah did me a favor by saying no. [13:29]
I had to go on and figure out how to build this organization on my own and step into it in a way that I not only believe in it, but it is me. [13:59]
I took my mission, my vision for Saving Promise and I launched a second company called Master rise. [16:16]
I teach women how to launch their business where I have a three-day intense mastermind and by the end of that third day you have a blueprint and on a path to launching your business in 90 days. [16:30]
I'm so good at helping women to strategize and to step outside of their lives and see a different perspective and how to get from point A to point B. [16:54]
Commercial break. [18:18]
I have learnt to be resilient and I didn't understand it until I was looking back at those times when I struggled where despite of the situation I always come out on the other end of it with resilience. [19:56]
I've learned to be vulnerable and stopped trying to put up a face that everything is perfect and also learned to accept help. [20:45]
Everything in your life is a gift, a lesson or a blessing and remember it is not always bow wrapped. [26:24]

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“Your inner world has to change in order for the external world to change. “

Often our experiences shape our mindsets and behaviors as well as determine how we respond to situations. Sometimes these experiences may not be the most ideal and end up leaving us with damaging energies that do not serve our best interests. It is therefore important to be self-aware and according to our guest today, Gull Khan, it all starts with acknowledging your inner self and have the willingness to work to be better.

Gull Khan is an International #1 best-selling author, international speaker, podcaster, Barrister, Attorney, Solicitor, Intuitive Life Coach, an EFT expert, an Energy healer, a Money Mindset expert, and a Mother.

Gull is a former Banking and Finance Lawyer, who left her corporate job to pursue her passion and become a Money Mindset Expert and Healer. She helps Entrepreneurs break free from their limiting beliefs about money so that they can live a life of unlimited abundance.

Gull successfully overcame her battle with dyslexia and then completed her Law Degree at Queen Mary, University of London. She then went on to become a Barrister with Middle Temple (UK), Attorney with the New York Bar and a fully qualified Solicitor with the Law Society of England and Wales in the UK. As a lawyer, she has worked for some of the top international law firms, such as Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, and Herbert Smith as well as international companies, such as Shell Inc.

Gull is a trained Intuitive Life Coach and a certified Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) expert, with a special focus on money in each discipline. Gull has helped hundreds of men and women to heal their money stories and to manifest between $2000 to $830,000 within 8 weeks.

Gull lives with her two children, two cats in London and has two passions, money and Bollywood.

In this episode, Gull will talk about her experiences growing up and how these experiences led her to what she does today.

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Everything I teach is something that I've experienced firsthand in my own life and I've sort of come to an awareness around it. [5:08]
I didn’t succeed very well as a child but I was dyslexic. [5:28]
I was raised by a single mother and worked hard to complete my studies and became a barrister and an attorney at the same time and later on qualified as a solicitor as well. [6:02]
I set myself a target to become a millionaire before 30 and come 27 I hit that target. [6:34]
I went through similar events my mother went through and I never realized until my aunt pointed out to me. [6:54]
The realization was pivotal because instead of going into the victim mode, I decided I had to deal with my own energy and spiritual situations. [8:52]
My mastermind is based on the 10 core principles which I had to do myself. [10:14]
I had to experience and had to learn how to let go and forgive myself, as well as everyone else who played a part in creating the life of mine. [10:37]
Now when somebody else comes to me, I give them a step by step methodology, which changes their life beyond recognition. [10:51]
This stuff works because you have to experience it spiritually and move emotionally as well as go through the pain of removing the energy to get the transformation. [11:47]
One of the best things that I learned after forgiveness was early money paradigm and that scenario drummed into me how important our earliest money paradigms are. [13:04]
Zero to seven years of age is the primary age for your subconscious programming where people learn about everything. [13:19]
I realized I had to change the energetic imprint in me because even though I didn't consciously agree with the belief system, subconsciously I did which were reflected and reinforced. [14:01]
Your inner world has to change in order for the external world to change. [14:55]
We are too quick to judge ourselves and other people around us based on our external reality, and we don't want to take the personal responsibility for what shows up in our world. [15:02]
Most of the times we go into previous habits and those habits come from our normal way of thinking which in turn comes from our subconscious programming. [19:40]
Commercial break. [23:47]
What I found with my clients, and myself was all these excuses that we come up about what we don’t have. [26:02]
The self image is a major factor where we often get stuck in our own stories and focus more on our shortfalls. [27:01]
Entrepreneurial journey is a roller coaster and you have to take both the highs and lows with a pinch of salt. [27:15]
If you have issues with money, it will reflect in your business so you need to work more on your mindset. [27:47]
If you are not ready to fail, you are not ready for success as an entrepreneur. [28:38]
All entrepreneur I have met say the same thing and that is that they failed more often than they [28:45]
If you haven't done the inner work, the first sign of failure and even subsequent ones will make you give up. [29:13]
The third important thing is defining reasons why you want to be an entrepreneur and once you do, failure will not an option. [29:23]
You are only a failure if you stop trying and so by keeping on in the face of failure, you learn lessons which will give you the biggest boost. [33:51]
Every situation has an equal weight in goodness as it has the opposite, it just depends which way you look at it. [34:39]
Constantly have the attitude that you can do anything and when you do that you find that you win regardless of what is thrown at you. [35:50]
The one thing that you are supposed to be doing with money is becoming best friends with money and treat it with dignity and respect that it deserves. [39:40]

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“Consistency is the key to pretty much anything you do in life.” Maria Carras

Entrepreneurial opportunities often avail themselves to people in the most unconventional way. Having that wit and passion is what is required to identify and grab these opportunities and work towards scaling them up into thriving businesses. Our guest today, Maria Carras, was able to do just that and says it’s all about consistency and persistence.

Maria Carras is the CEO & Founder of Maria Carras | Creative Virtual Assistance -- a training membership for virtual assistants and matchmaking service for business owners seeking marketing & admin support.

After running her own successful virtual assistance agency for 7 years, Maria now coaches & mentors new and established virtual assistants through her Inner Circle membership, her coaching programs, courses, and free Facebook community of over 1,700+ passion-driven women, the Start, Market & Grow Your Virtual Assistant Business community. She has helped hundreds of women launch as location-independent virtual assistants and has helped over 200 business owners create freedom in their business by matching them with their right-fit virtual assistant.

In today’s episode, Maria will talk about her business and what motivated her to get into entrepreneurship as well as the success factors that have led her business to thrive.

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I have the big passion to help women sort of create a similar path that I did for my own business. [2:59]
I became an entrepreneur about 2011, but I kind of followed a very traditional path and I went to university and thought I'd get a corporate job, climb the ladder and later retire. [3:08]
All of a sudden, I kind of fell into entrepreneurship by becoming sort of a virtual assistant when I moved from London to Greece. [3:30]
When I started, I got more clients than I could handle myself and I started to build a team where I subcontracted work to them. [4:41]
I thought that I needed to let more people know about this, especially the women who were finding it really hard to either go back to work or find jobs. [5:06]
Now, the demand is never going to go down for virtual assistants because we're living in this world where mostly everyone is working remotely. [5:33]
A lot of people are turning to side hustles, or getting laid off from their jobs, and they're looking for other opportunities, and building their own businesses. [5:45]
The demand for virtual assistants is really going up and it's a great time to kind of explore this opportunity. [5:54]
You get people to shock their potential by getting them to focus on their zone of genius and handing off everything that isn't within their zone of genius. [7:20]
Virtual assistants give you your time back where you can focus on what brings you revenue and grow your business. [7:38]
I hope to help entrepreneurs by making them realize that, even though they’re feeling like they're not ready to hire a virtual assistant. [7:57]
The time that we're living in, so many brick and mortar businesses are having to turn to digital means of reaching their customers and many are not familiar. [11:44]
That's where VA could really come in and guide you and help you do that. [11:58]
We've matched about 200 virtual assistants in the past year, which is incredible. [13:24]
This gives our VAs that confidence and that momentum to build a life of freedom and flexibility and a career that they love. [13:33]
It also gives the business owners that gift of time and the ability to scale their business with a team. [13:44]
Commercial break. [14:05]
I learned that I'm a lot more persistent and resourceful than I thought I could be. [15:27]
I love being challenged in that way and I kind of became obsessed with the online space and digital marketing. [15:58]
My secret is consistency and I have shown up every single day in one form or another for the past 10 years. [16:30]
I started building a community from the very beginning of my virtual assistant journey by building a list. [16:51]
I wanted to coach others because I got so much fulfillment from empowering other women. [18:02]
As a VA, I kind of specialized in working with coaches, and course creators because I wanted to learn from them. [18:18]
I was obviously inspired by what they were doing and what worked for them and I was able to take that knowledge and apply it to my own business. [18:31]
I tell my virtual assistants to work with people that they can learn from especially if being a VA isn't the end goal. [20:34]
Hire virtual assistant to give yourself time and freedom. [21:55]

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“Organizations that are successful globally, sometimes have to be culturally agile enough to recognize the cultural difference.” Paula Caligiuri

With the increased globalization of markets, businesses are finding it necessary to develop the competencies that would enable them thrive in cross-cultural contexts. Our guest today, Paula Caligiuri, has specialized in the area of cultural agility and says it involves awareness and the ability to put into practice skills that enhance cultural adaptation.

Paula Caligiuri is a D’Amore-McKim School of Business Distinguished Professor of International Business and Strategy at Northeastern University. Researching and consulting in the areas of global leadership, cultural agility development, and global mobility, Paula has authored or co-authored several articles and books – including her most recent, Build Your Cultural Agility. She was named a semi-finalist for the 2021 Forbes “50 over 50” for co-founding a public benefit corporation, Skiilify, to help foster cultural understanding. Skiilify offers a free tool (www.myGiide.com) to build awareness and develop cultural agility. Paula holds a Ph.D. from Penn State University in Industrial and Organizational Psychology.

In today’s episode, Paula shades light on cultural agility and why it is important for businesses that operate in a multicultural context to adapt to being culturally sensitive.

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I studied abroad in Rome, Italy, in 1987 and unfortunately for me, the market crashed while I was in Italy. [3:30]
I ended up doing my PhD in psychology which is around what makes people effective living and working internationally, and how they change from deep developmental cross cultural experiences. [4:21]
I've just been blessed with a much wider audience now to talk about how we become effective living and working in different countries. [4:47]
When humans are under any position of stress or any sense of anxiety, we tend to cling to what is familiar. [6:42]
There is cultural agility which comes in two ways and that is first, awareness of proper etiquette norms and values and second, the competencies needed in order to be successful. [8:07]
I always encourage people to certainly build that awareness not only of the superficial things, but of the much deeper values, and then also concurrently build those competencies. [9:26]
We have to remember that culture is socialized, we're not we're not born with culture. [10:18]
We all know that when we go into another organization, we have to realize that that organization has its own set of norms and values and behaviors. [10:47]
With tech, what's happening is because we're doing it so quickly, and with such ease, we're forgetting that we need to attend to a lot of the cultural cues just like we would if we were in person. [12:00]
This is kind of masking the need for cultural agility, because we're doing it at such a fast pace. [12:43]
I've watched countless meetings where individuals from different cultures misinterpret their colleague’s body language due to perceptual differences. [12:49]
Organizations that are successful globally, sometimes have to be culturally agile enough to recognize the cultural difference. [16:00]
Professionals know when to adapt, but they also know when to integrate to create something completely new that is unique. [16:41]
Commercial break. [17:00]
I wish companies would really spend more time thinking about building cultural agility as opposed to just offering this training because everyone else is doing it. [20:18]
We build cultural agility by finding similarities with people who we don't know because we bond with people around similarities, and the only way we go there is through authentic conversations. [21:13]
The last thing companies should be doing is setting up anything structurally that keeps people from having natural conversations. [21:30]
My initial research was on what made people successful internationally and the product turned into consulting which later turned into keynoting. [22:23]
We recently formed a company called Skiilify where we provide a tool which people can use to assess your own values and competencies and learn how to build them. [22:52]
Humans form trust in different ways depending on how they've been socialized, but underlying it all is seeing someone as authentic, real and similar. [26:09]
Having those conversations that enable us to get to similarities is the easiest way to build trust and skill that will never be run. 26:20]

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“Brands that are succeeding today are those that can take ordinary customers and turn them into evangelists for their brand.” Wayne Mullins

The journey of entrepreneurship is filled with ups and downs which can sometimes be overwhelming. Learning how to deal with different situations and being less reactive to events happening around helps to balance leaders to focus on being productive. This is according to our guest today, Wayne Mullins, who continues influence entrepreneurs around the word.

Wayne Mullins is the founder and CEO of Ugly Mug Marketing. Over the past 20 years, he has scaled multiple companies and helped hundreds of entrepreneurs do the same with their companies. Ugly Mug Marketing has won the praises of some of the leading influencers in the business world, such as Chris Voss (New York Times Best Selling Author of Never Split the Difference), Neil Patel (Founder of QuickSprout & Kissmetrics), and Ari Weinzweig (Co-Founder of Zingerman’s).

Wayne’s work directly influences more than one hundred thousand entrepreneurs annually through his blog, books, and training programs. Wayne has personally worked with clients in over 100 industries - from every corner of the globe. And through his books and training programs, Wayne directly influences more than a quarter million entrepreneurs each year.

In this episode, Wayne talks about his business and why it is important for entrepreneurs to focus on incremental improvements especially when they are facing difficult times.

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In Ugly Mug marketing, we are coming up on our 13th year in business and it has been an entrepreneurial roller coaster. [3:12]
One thing that has remained consistent is our desire as a company and as an organization to continually get better. [3:30]
Sometimes when we're enduring the great highs and the terrible lows, it's easy to lose sight of the incremental improvements. [4:15]
If things are terrible right now in your business, make a commitment to yourself to find out how you can make whatever it is you're trying a little bit better tomorrow. [4:34]
A big part of it is learning to kind of ignore what appears to be going on around us. [6:31]
The name ugly mug marketing is actually a play on a phrase from a gentleman of the name, David Ogilvy who was the co founder of Ogilvy and Mather marketing agency in the world. [7:27]
In marketing advertising, it's very easy to get caught up and get distracted by pursuing design awards or pursuing clever marketing campaign awards. [7:58]
For us, what matters is, no matter what we're doing, our clients’ best interests are the things that we should be aiming for. [8:10]
To entrepreneurs, the comparison trap is an extremely dangerous one for us. [10:02]
Sometimes we will spend so much time wishing ourselves into other environments, not really understanding or grasping that problems don't problems disappear. [12:33]
Commercial break. [13:04]
We work in three buckets, which include web development, social media marketing and conduct results-based marketing where we completely come in and take over all of a client’s [14:04]
One of the things that makes us a little bit different than a lot of our competitors is the way that we try to stand out. 15:46]
We define marketing to be your ability to attract and to keep a customer. [15:57]
When we look around the brands that are succeeding today are those that can take ordinary customers in turn them into evangelist for their brand. [16:20]
I'm the founder and leader of this company which means that its state is a reflection of me as a leader. [18:19]
How you do anything, is how you do everything and as entrepreneurs we need to be the example before we come in and start demanding other people to live up to their full potential. [19:52]
We do have to give ourselves grace and understand that entrepreneurship is a journey and a process. [21:44]
I realized I have to work on myself and learn to embrace the challenge and hardships as much as I love to embrace the good. [22:56]
Empathy is the ultimate marketing secret. [24:33]
There is a difference between acknowledging someone else's pain, desires or their goals, versus acknowledging them and actually having the ability to feel what they feel. [25:04]
When a client truly has empathy for the people they serve, everything changes for them and so I think would be the magic word for marketing. [25:15]

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“The quality of your relationships is it has a direct correlation to the results that you end up seeing.” Tim Fitzpatrick

The journey of entrepreneurship primarily entails building strong and meaningful relationships with different stakeholders. Among all the different factors that interplay to ensure success, strong relationships in business remain central to building a sustainable business. This is according to our guest today Tim Fitzpatrick, who further reiterates the importance of taking time to understand and laydown foundational principles that are necessary for businesses to achieve long-term success.

Tim is an entrepreneur/business owner with expertise in marketing and business growth. He has 20+ years of entrepreneurial experience with a passion for developing and growing businesses. That passion served him well in operating and managing a wholesale distribution company he co-owned for nine years. The company grew an average of 60% a year before being acquired in 2005.

Since then, he’s had failures and successes that have been valuable learning experiences. He started Rialto Marketing in 2013 and has been helping service businesses simplify marketing so they can grow with less stress. Tim believes that most people overcomplicate marketing yet doesn't have to be that way.

In today’s episode, Tim talks about how he got into entrepreneurship, relationships in business and why facing the uncomfortable challenges fearlessly is the key to growth in business.

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I grew up in Northern California in the Bay Area and my wife and I moved to the Denver area in 2008. [2:34]
From a business standpoint, realtor marketing is my current business. [2:51]
When I initially started that business, we were actually focused specifically on selling mobile applications into the K12 education space. [2:57]
My entrepreneurial journey has not been a straight path where I have had multiple shifts due to changes in the app market. [3:07]
What we're doing today is working primarily with service based businesses so they can grow with less stress. [3:28]
We help them create an implemented plan to communicate the right message to the right people. [3:39]
Many people are just battling information overload when it comes to marketing due to the many different channels, and tactics within those channels. [3:51]
I think the reason we overcomplicate marketing is because we skip the fundamentals and that's what we help people really get in place. [6:38]
When I communicate what the fundamentals are and why they're so important, most people understand it. [7:04]
I fell into entrepreneurship after I graduated from college and went to help my father manage his distribution company on a day to day basis. [7:40]
The biggest driver in our success in that business was the quality of the relationships that we had which a lot of those relationships my dad had been building for years. [9:11]
The quality of your relationships has a direct correlation to the results that you end up seeing. [9:42]
With long term thinking, you don't build relationships overnight but have to have that patience, and discipline to what you need to do to build those relationships. [10:36]
I've gotten to a place from a sales standpoint where I look to understand the problem you have first before taking that next step. [12:31]
Commercial break [13:20]
I transitioned into residential real estate for about three years ago and one of the things that real estate really pushed me to do was get outside of my comfort zone on a daily basis. [14:39]
If you are going to be successful long term, you have to be comfortable getting outside your comfort zone because it helps you to continue to grow and embrace change. [15:31]
I feel fortunate that I've never really shied away from change all that much but rather I tend to embrace it. [17:05]
The information you need to be successful is already there and you do not need to start from ground zero, you just need to know where to go to get that information. [19:06]
Entrepreneurs need to focus on the next measurable step and break the larger things down into the small steps that they can really focus on. [22:52]

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"If we don't have the competency to actually be able to serve folks with different experiences, then it can actually be more harmful than closing the door to somebody.” Alison Tedford

Everyone, regardless of their differences and abilities, desire to feel welcome and valued wherever they go. By creating a positive work environment that is inclusive, businesses position themselves for greater success. Our guest today, Alison Tedford, helps business be more inclusive and says that it is all about cultivating empathy and matching what businesses communicate with their actions.

Alison Tedford is an author, business consultant in inclusive communications and Indigenous mother from Abbotsford, BC, Canada. She has written five books and advocates on issues of disability and Indigenous rights.

In today’s episode, Alison talks about her career journey and how it prepared her for the work she currently does of helping business be more inclusive and cohesive.

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I started my career working for the Canadian federal government where I worked on indigenous issues within residential school claims, and then moving into the prison system. [2:20]
I moved into the private sector and moved that big government experience into the private sector to help small businesses. [3:08]
Diversity is about cultivating empathy and creating experiences where people feel welcome and valued. [4:38]
A lot of people tend to shy away from having those conversations because they feel they don’t want to get political. [5:22]
The ultimate message is about letting people know that I care about what they're going through and what happens to them. [5:35]
Politics will influence things and the decisions that are made impact different people in different ways. [6:25]
It is just understanding that people are all having different experiences, and things are impacting them on different levels. [6:40]
Often people come to me because they want to make a statement about something that's happened. [7:25]
We always want to make it clear that we care about what's happening and that we're an inclusive business welcoming all sorts of people. [7:35]
We have to look at how we make the experience match with what's in our hearts and what we want to say. [8:04]
It's really about creating checks and balances so that your message is cohesive. [8:26]
I don't have the same budget like Amazon or Google to implement some big initiative, but we can start from where we are instead and look at what we can do with the budget we have. [9:52]
I try to encourage folks that it's okay to focus on an area that you're passionate about. [10:49]
Just because you care about things doesn't mean you have to care about all the things all the time, you still have to leave room for yourself and to serve your clients. [11:15]
The reality is that we need to welcome people that we're ready to serve. [11:35]
If we don't have the competency to actually be able to serve folks with different experiences, then it can actually be more harmful than closing the door to somebody. [11:42]
We don't have to be everything for everybody but we want to be intentional about having respect, care and concern for all people. [12:28]
Commercial break [14:10]
I try to keep things as simple as possible where I create systems that enable me do things consistently. [14:42
I try to make sure that I'm taking time to take care of myself as much as possible. [17:52]
If you're going to spend the time and the energy and take the risks, it should be for something that means something to you. [18:14]
I really make sure that what I do matters to me, and it's something that I feel like is consistent with what I want to see in the world. [18:50]
I took a lot of time to experiment and find what I liked and finding the best environments. [20:39]
There's so much abundance of opportunity and we really have to be judicious about what we decide to invest in. [21:02]
If you're looking to make your business more inclusive, but you're feeling inadequate, remember Brene Brown’s quote that say ‘Daring leaders are never silent about hard things. [21:52]
If you're a business owner, you're daring leader meaning you're already qualified to speak on hard things. [22:09]
You innovate every single day, and so you can innovate the way you work with people too. [22:18]

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“What I've learned is everything happens in life to help us become better versions of ourselves.” John C. Morley

The entrepreneurial journey is filled with numerous learning opportunities that are sometimes pleasant and most of the time difficult and unpleasant. The attitude towards these learning opportunities is often central to how successful entrepreneurs turn out to be. Our guest today, John Morley has been through many of such instances and attributes his success to persistence and having an attitude of gratitude.

John C. Morley started his first company just about 30 years ago and as a passionate serial entrepreneur, he didn't stop there. He later went on to build his own marketing and full print publication production center. Today he gets people more quality connections on LinkedIn by telling their stories in a unique way.

John is a serial entrepreneur, engineer and marketing expert with a personality that you will want on your show. His diverse experience from serving small business to enterprise environments make him someone that just doesn't understand technology but lives it. Two of our world's largest international banks have chosen John's company because they know that he is the mastermind of the company's operations.

Since the inception of John's tech company, he had one of NY's largest marketing and advertiser companies working for him. Several years ago he realized they were not making the progress they should. So he decided to fire them; John knew that no-one would know his company as well as he did. He researched the concept of starting his own full in-house digital and print production company. The first few years John made lots of mistakes but quickly realized how to reach his clients and the right way to do so. Later on, he concluded that there was a void in the market place and that he knew how to market companies to get their message out to the world. Thus John trademarked the phrase "We Give your Business a Voice"™.John Morley

John’s Specialties include : CEO, Technology leader, Innovator, Thought Leader, Engineer & Marketer

In today’s episode, John recounts his journey to becoming an entrepreneur as well as the events that led him to starting his company.

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The company started off when I was in college around 1993 so the company is about 32 years young. [2:42]
When I was in college, and I still am today, I liked to help other people and being a first responder. [3:22]
While in college, I knew that there was a void in the technology market and people weren't doing the right things which led me to start a company. [3:57]
I learned you could make a certain amount of money before you had to get formal. [4:43]
I went through a lot of accounting programs, and I found a lot of them out there which were very expensive and left you indebted to them. [8:29]
I had this marketing advertising company who gave us a discount at the time but my business was not going anywhere. [8:53]
After college I went back and got my certification, Hypnosis, NLP neuro linguistic programming and also I got my Reiki level two certification. [9:56]
I remember creating my first mp3 and I was so happy I made my first subliminal hypnosis program, and I would listen to it every night. [10:20]
I got a loan from the bank and started a print business where we struggled for the first couple years and then after that, we build a full print production graphic, medium Digital Design Center. [11:38]
I then decided to go for my lungs and build a new center with a video production center, a photo center and next year, we'll be launching our own green screen studio. [17:54]
A lot of these superstores have the equipment but not the greatest equipment, and they don't have the right knowledge. [18:31]
I have the knowledge of better equipment and we've been doing videos religiously for over a year. [18:37]
I run an internship school where I have about five interns now working with me. [19:37]
My biggest thing is teaching people how to network where it is usually all about you. [20:08]
I'm also the leading host of the J Moore tech talk show a national talk show and we just became a TV show about seven months ago in Princeton. [20:47]
I just love to have conversations with people and understand what their challenges are. [21:59]
The agenda that I have is to help everyone become better versions of themselves. [22:15]
What I've learned is everything happens in life to help us become better versions of ourselves. [24:03]
Commercial break. [24:50]
If everybody likes you in this world, then you're not bringing your A game. [28:22]
Another lesson I've learned in the entrepreneurial world is that you can be or have anything you want but you have to realize that your inner voice runs your subconscious. [28:50]
Look at the things you're doing and realize that no one in life has the right to make you feel inferior about yourself, except one person. [28:29]
You have to know when to say no. [30:13]
When we change the way we look at things, the things we look at change. [32:07]
My advice to you is to document appropriately with whatever authority wherever you have to document things, because people will try to rain on your parade every single day. [32:29]
Realize that your inner team is the one you want with you while you keep other people outside your circle. [33:49]
If you have a vision, and it's clear in your head, be very descriptive and make sure you know every little detail about it. [34:51]
The universe will unfold that to you, if you are persistent and have a good attitude, and make sure that you maintain an attitude of gratitude. [35:08]

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“Music can actually act as a bridge between a complete different upbringing or a whole complete difference mindset of people.” Richard Lynch

The opportunity for entrepreneurs to use their abilities and talents to build a business that gives back to the society is phenomenal. This was a chance of a life time for our guest today, Richard Lynch, who was able to build a foundation through his talent of writing and singing country music, thus expressing his love and passion for country and veterans.

Upholding the traditions set forth by artists like Haggard, Strait, Jackson, Jennings and other legends, Richard Lynch has been flying the flag for this brand of country music for the past 30+ years. Residing in Waynesville, OH, Lynch not only sings about country music, he lives it. As the owner of Keepin’ It Country Farm with his wife, Donna, Richard knows the meaning of a day’s hard work.

As the co-founder of the Love Tattoo Foundation, which assists with veteran programs, Lynch understands the sacrifices of our service men and women and the importance of giving back to your community. In fact, his farm plays host to fundraising benefits for the organization featuring some of the biggest names in traditional country music. Richard also cherishes his love and respect for God, family, and his fellow hard-working Americans. The words of his songs speak to his values, values that his fans and lovers of country music everywhere hold dear.

Over the past 3 decades, Richard Lynch has compiled a long list of country hits and chart-toppers on both domestic and international sales and radio airplay charts, including two #1 iTunes chart singles, multiple #1 New Music Weekly radio songs, #1 IndieWorld and Roots Music Report chart tracks and a Christian Music Weekly Top 20 single. Richard has been in Billboard Magazine, Taste Of Country, The Boot, CCM Magazine, Country Music People, and countless others. He has also appeared on WSM Radio Nashville, RFD TV, Fox TV and more. He has recorded popular duets with legendary artists like Ronnie McDowell and Leona Williams, as well as Grammy Winner, Rhonda Vincent. Richard Lynch is a proud member of the Ohio Country Music Hall of Fame and the Independent Country Music Hall of Fame.

On February 12th, 2021, Richard Lynch released his brand new album, “My Guitar Drips Country” featuring 12 songs written or co-written by Richard, including his touching tribute to the late Doug Supernaw.

In today’s episode, Richard will talk about his love for country music and living, and the motivation to start the Love Tattoo Foundation that caters for veterans.

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Social Media and Contacts

https://www.reverbnation.com/richardlynchband

https://www.facebook.com/RichardLynchBand

http://www.twittyoutuer.com/richardlynchbnd

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Lynch_(musician)

michael@mtsmanagementgroup.com

I was born into country music and my dad was an incredible singer entertainer. [3:11]
At the ripe old age of eight years old, I got to watch my dad perform for the first time with this guy that we watched on television every Saturday night. [4:03]
He called me to perform with him on stage where I did an old buck on the song ‘I've got a tiger by the tail’ and I was bit right then and there by the Country Music bug. [4:29]
I want to make sure that everybody felt comfortable because the music is one thing, but when you make that connection with people, it doesn't matter what you do. [6:04]
Country music can be relevant for all forms of life and if I wrote it from the heart, and it connects with that person, I have fulfilled what I need to be doing. [7:17]
Sometimes I'll write a song with a thought or a direction in mind, and someone will come to me with a completely different take on how I wrote it, but it fits their life completely. [10:00]
The older I get, the more I realize we're all in this old world together and we are never all going to totally agree, but there's a whole lot more room for agreeing and disagreeing. [10:12]
Music can actually act as a bridge between a complete different upbringing or a whole complete difference mindset of people. [10:26]
I love the music but I also love my country upbringing. [11:32]
I learned to accept life as it comes especially when we had the COVID-19 which restricted our music so much. [12:19]
I missed and the camaraderie with people but on the other hand, it gave me an opportunity to really dive in and write some good music. [12:34]
A lot of times I realize that you make your life by your own decisions and hopefully you make the right decision. [13:19]
I am thankful that I'm fortunate enough to be in a situation where I can do what I want and make a living with what I want. [13:39]
Commercial break. [14:03]
The love tattoo Foundation was started by me and my wife, and we both have a huge appreciation and admiration for men and women who have served our country. [15:26]
I was sent a poem from a gentleman who really liked my music and I was absolutely blown away and we came up with the song from the poem. [15:39]
We decided right then and there that if there was a nickel or a million dollars to be made off of this particular song, we're going to give it all to a foundation. [16:46]
We found this place in northern Michigan called the whirlwind Lodge which is a place for these folks to get away. [16:54]
We want to make all the awareness we can for our guys and girls who serve our country to where there is help. [17:22]
Surround yourself with people that believe in you because you can waste an awful lot of time with people that don't necessarily want to see you succeed. [20:12]
If you surround yourself with people that believe in you and genuinely want you to have a successful career, it's amazing how fast you'll get there. [20:26]
Keep it country. [22:13]

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“There are all these Win-Win situations, if you're intentional about looking for them and building that into your culture and operating philosophy.” Jeff Morill

The most successful and sustainable business often have their strengths anchored in the fundamental values rather than products. These values dictate how these business relate with both their employees and customers. This is according to our guest today, Jeff Morill, who believes that once established and entrenched in the business culture, positive values will remain alive and serve your business a great deal.

Jeff Morill’s first business was Planet Subaru, perhaps the world’s first ethical car dealership. He co-founded Planet Subaru, “your undealership,” in 1998, and built it into one of the most successful privately-held car dealerships in the United States. He later started other businesses in automotive retail, real estate, telecommunications, and insurance that generate over $100,000,000 in annual revenue. His achievements in building profitable and ethical companies have been featured in a variety of national media including USA Today, Entrepreneur Magazine, Automotive News, The Boston Globe, and others.

After Jeff nearly killed himself in an accident, he wrote a book to pass along the unusual things he had learned about how to sell a lot without selling out your integrity. The book comes out February 28th and is titled ‘Profit Wise: How to Make More Money in Business by Doing the Right Thing.’ Learn more at www.jeffmorrill.com (I’m donating all author royalties to charity.)

Jeff reveals things about the car business, but prefers to speak thoughtfully about personal development and entrepreneurship. For example, He developed a straightforward hiring process that makes a lot more sense than what most businesses are using (if they have any process at all).

In today’s episode, Jeff discusses how he was able to form a highly profitable company based that was anchored on ethical practices and superior customer experiences.

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Social media handles:

https://www.jeffmorrill.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC59FdefHNgM1pxwNSipQOqw

When we opened our business, we saw an opportunity to differentiate ourselves from the terrible state of the showroom experience. [3:03]
My brother who is the co- founder business partner, and I grew up under very modest conditions. [3:42]
We knew from the beginning that we wanted our lives to be about a lot more than just moving iron and making profits. [4:16]
Other businesses that we've bought have put us in a position to do some pretty neat things in terms of giving back and serving the community. [4:26]
I think it's important to understand that with all the success we've had, we've had some struggles too. [5:32]
I guess I look at it like a garden, that is growing and it has its own energy and we have to go in and make sure that we're providing it with all the resources it needs. [6:19]
It's a ton of focus on making sure that the stated values that you started the company with are actually alive in it every day. [6:44]
One of the things that has really made us successful relative to competition is our ability to hire people. [7:29]
A lot of businesses though, if you lose the interest in making those investments, the withdrawals happen sort of automatically. [10:13]
What I want to do is articulate this vision and hopefully inspire other entrepreneurs to think about it the way I do. [11:38]
One of the things I'm really proud of at the Subaru dealership, we've hired many female technicians which supports their families and their communities. [12:18]
There are all these Win-Win situations, if you're intentional about looking for them and building that into your culture and operating philosophy. [13:56]
The most conspicuous thing we see from having more women in our team is that the men felt like they needed to act a little more professionally. [15:48]
Commercial break [18:05]
I think I have a very high pain threshold, which has served me very well and another thing that I'm really proud of is my communication ability [19:48]
I was very scared for many years that we were going to lose it all because we're very lightly capitalized, highly leveraged. [23:55]
If I could write myself a letter back to when I was starting a business, I would tell myself to make sure I enjoy it along the way and that it was going to turn out fine. [24:22]
One of the things I did do well is I started the business with love in the model. [24:54]
Human institutions ultimately need to be there for the benefit of people, and to serve others and to benefit the earth in some way. [26:06]
If all your business does is pad your pockets, you've failed regardless of how rich you are, that's where I'm coming from. [26:20]
If you're going to succeed in business, just make sure that you're doing it for the right reasons and that you're taking care of people. [26:26]

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“I have finally realized, to be happy I don’t need to change myself, I just need to be myself.” -Steve Friedman

Being authentic is the best strategy to approach life with, both personally and professionally. This is because authenticity enables people to bring out their best and unique capabilities with the least effort. This is according to our guest today, Steve Fried man, who says that it all starts with learning and understanding our personalities, then accepting ourselves for who we really are.

When he wrote his memoir, In Search of Courage, Steve realized that the common thread of introversion which he thought was a curse all his life was actually a blessing. For years, Steve wore a mask at work and coped with my stress by acting the role at work and over drinking at business trips and socials. Now he embraces his own introversion as a path to become a happier version of himself.

Steve believes that his purpose is to help other introverts to accelerate their own journey to discover their strengths and how to apply them at home and at work to overcome past obstacles and find joy, pride, and confidence in life.

Steve is retired from corporate America and enjoys sharing articles, books, quizzes, and resources through his website, BeyondIntroversion.com. He is excited to share his new leadership book, The Corporate Introvert: How to Lead and Thrive with Confidence, due out the fall of 2021.

In today’s episode, Steve will talk about his journey towards the discovery the different phases of being introvert. He will also provide insights on how people can embody the best version of themselves through self -discovery.

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Social Media

Twitter: https://twitter.com/SteveFr25166808

Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/steve-friedman-1295a5a2

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeyondIntroversion

I have found that introversion is not a state of being, it's a journey. [3:09]
In the course of my life, I realized that in my first 20 years of life, I was in the first of the stages that introversion presents which I call unaware. [3:55]
In my early 20s it led into the second stage, which I call uninformed where I heard the term introversion that sounded like me, but I didn't really learn a lot about it. [4:31]
It was in my mid-career that I moved to the third phase, which I call enlightenment which happened after primarily reading Susan Kane's book quiet. [5:44]
It really changed things around and it started to make me realize that everybody is different in the world. [6:07]
It started me on the path of learning and that realized it's not all gloom and doom, but there's exciting opportunities for us to do well. [6:23]
The fourth phase is contentment which entails getting our head around that and being happy with who you are. [6:52]
The fifth phase, which some introverts don't approach and others do is what I call flourishing. [7:10]
That journey has helped me and is what drives me today to do what I'm doing. [7:46]
If through my books and in my discussions, I can help people accelerate their journey to find their true peace and ambitions at a much earlier age, then that's just a blessing for me. [8:08]
We all have our challenges but part of it is learning about ourselves, and then it's also sharing them with others. [12:22]
One of the things I talk about in the book is to gain confidence in who you are and to learn about it. [12:30]
My introversion and my sense of discomfort and low self-esteem started when I was a little kid and even if personalities are formed in formative years, it doesn't mean that it can't be changed. [12:56]
I think introversion is part of the diversity and inclusion wave where we are part of that diverse mindset at work. [13:35]
We need to be around the meeting tables and the board rooms and things like that to help companies and teams develop well thought out and balanced approaches. [13:42]
It is harder for extroverted leaders to connect with introverts, and oftentimes, they might just not even feel comfortable to engage with them to create a strong bond and a strong team. [16:00]
Sometimes it is just incumbent upon ourselves as introverts to raise that issue and have conversations with the relevant. [16:25]
Commercial break. [17:35]
I spent 30 years in corporate America and had great experience as well as difficult challenges. [18:42]
It's not about changing ourselves but about being ourselves. [19:37]
I realized that I was able to change the way I managed people and the way I led teams and motivated them by the way I connected with them. [19:41]
When I had the opportunity to start writing this book, I felt like it was an opportunity to share my experience and also experiences for many other people. [19:59]
It starts first and foremost with learning about ourselves and being confident in who we are authentically. [20:25]
I'm finding the audience of the book to be people who are veterans of corporate America but they've struggled with stereotypes and cultures that they worked in for decades. [21:12]
Others are new leaders, or aspiring leaders, or college graduates that know that they're an introvert and concerned about coming into the corporate workforce, and how they can remain authentic. [21:24]
I came a long way when I was in corporate America, but when I left, and started writing, and working on a website to connect with other people, I found that it's a completely different world. [23:25]
Connecting one on one with people was very new for me so I was able to lean on the learnings that I had later in my work career which has really helped me. [23:51]
If I've learned anything over the last period of time, it is that I need to do it my way, or else I'm going down the same path that I went down when I was in corporate America. [25:09]
I was going to do things that I felt comfortable with, and that I felt developed the relationship I wanted to have with readers and the people online. [25:30]
It is a balance of being confident in who we are, and also stretching a little bit to try new things. [27:12]
Part of all of our journey is just to continue to stretch, but give ourselves permission to kind of redefine where we're comfortable. [27:52]
Introverts can do all anything, they just need to help themselves along on a journey to learn. [29:17]
We're all learning and growing as we go through life, and this is a great opportunity to change some of our perspective. [29:22]
There's a continuum of introverts and extroverts and we float along that based on certain circumstances that people are in various different spots. [30:42]
We all have at least a tinge of introversion and extraversion and once we understand that, and accept that it gives us another opportunity to learn more. [31:05]
Think about your energy level and plan and make preparations on how you can use your strengths to do engage in productive activities. [31:27]

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“It's easy to always come up with excuses or roadblocks but everything literally is possible and so whatever you're thinking about trying, you should just do it.” Kizzy Parks

As people act their way into the life that they desire, often they find that they get more clarity of what their passions and strengths are. This is no different from what our guest today, Kizzy Parks, experienced in the course of her studies. According to Parks, you gain more clarity of purpose once you stop thinking and start acting.

As a kid, Kizzy would clean golf balls located in an alley behind her friend's house and resell them through a fence to golfers. She used the money to buy FUNYUNS® and Nutty Bars. Kizzy always knew that she would become an entrepreneur and earn an advanced degree in psychology. Her entrepreneurial spirit meshed well with her inquisitive nature as an adopted child who always wanted to, and then met, her birth family. Driven to be the successful business owner she always knew she would be, she went on to earn a Ph.D. and establish KPC over a decade ago.

Today, Kizzy owns and operates multiple businesses and have over $50 million in government contract awards. Through GovCon Winners, she helps service-based small business owners learn HOW to win profitable federal government contracts through the powerful CTC technique to grow their bottom line.

In today’s episode, Kizzy will talk about how her journey towards earning PhD led her to becoming the entrepreneur that she is today.

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Social Media Handles-

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kizzy/

https://www.instagram.com/kizzymparks/?hl=en

When I was younger, I knew I was going to get a PhD and I knew I was going to be an entrepreneur, it was just something that I felt. [3:02]
When I was in graduate school, to earn extra money, I would provide different services by consulting for companies. [3:21]
I thought to myself that once I earned my PhD, I would go on to work for a company, and then start a business later on in life or maybe teach for a university and consult on the side. [3:47]
There was a graduate research fellowship available at now Patrick Space Force which I took it up. [4:24]
At the end of my dissertation journey, the director of research said that he would like for me to stay on as a contractor. [5:07]
That is what started Kay parks consulting, my first of three government contracting companies and it all just started out from that graduate research fellowship, and my desire to be an entrepreneur. [5:55]
We provide a variety of services primarily to the federal government. [6:06]
My desire wasn't just any 40-hour position but was something I really was passionate about. [6:23]
I had no idea about government contracting or how to run a business and so I found people to help me and they broke it down which was really helpful. [8:19]
I've always been super creative and inquisitive and that's what led me to doing different things. [10:38]
Commercial break. [11:39]
On the government side we help our clients just with that shot to get to their potential through making their life easier. [12:42]
What is important is by someone saying that they need help and need someone who's dependable, and who is going to really understand us. [13:04]
It helps them because then they're able to focus on their jobs or their positions in the military. [13:50]
When I first got started I had no idea and I spent so much time just even trying to figure out how to understand an RFP. [15:47]
Everything is possible and It's easy to always come up with excuses or roadblocks but everything literally is possible and so whatever you're thinking about trying, you should just do it. [19:55]

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“Whatever affects one directly affects all indirectly and I could not agree more with that.” Nydia Hahn

Sharing experiences and information goes along way into humanizing people, and is effective when it comes to sensitizing people on social injustices. This is according to Nydia Hahn, who after going through racism took up the role to inform and educate others against social injustice.

Nydia Han is an Emmy award winning television journalist, TEDx speaker, and creator of #ThisIsAmerica, a provocative three-part documentary series about racism and the diverse American experience. Nydia co-anchors 6abc Action News Sundays and is the station’s consumer investigative reporter. She gets real results for Action News viewers by troubleshooting issues and exposing scams as well as dangerous products.

Nydia is also committed to using her platform to uplift, empower, and give voice to traditionally underrepresented, marginalized groups. She is the recipient of the Pearl S. Buck International Woman of Influence award, NAAAP Inspire Award, and Global Voice Award from the World Woman Summit. She was also named "Outstanding Ally" of Diversity and Inclusion by the Philadelphia Inquirer.

She graduated from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University and her career has taken her to television stations in Idaho, Oklahoma City, and Texas. Nydia is on the community advisory board for the Asian American Women’s Coalition. She is also passionate about raising awareness and desperately needed funds for lung cancer research in memory of her mother. She enjoys good food, wine, and most of all a good laugh. And she is trying really, really hard to teach her two young children to speak Korean.

In today’s episode, Nydia will talk about her journey to becoming who she is today. She is also discusses on the importance of moving in to share in other people’s experiences.

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Social media

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nydiahan/

Three factors really compelled me to pursue journalism and first, I've always loved to write. [3:40]
My parents instilled in me the importance of a life of service, and I believe strongly that we as journalists really serve our communities. [3:47]
Number three, I've always been passionate about justice and particularly racial justice. [3:53]
I originally wanted to write long form magazine pieces but then I did an internship at a television station and ended up catching the TV bug. [4:22]
I was mesmerized by the power of moving pictures and sound and the immediacy of television news, because this was at a time when you had to wait overnight to get your news and print. [4:31]
I was in Pocatello in south eastern Idaho and it was a great learning experience where those things that I learned have really stuck with me and helped me become the journalist that I am today. [5:26]
When I'm writing, I am thinking about the pictures that we have, how our editor will be able to piece this together and cover what I'm saying. [7:44]
People have no idea how much happens behind the scenes and I have great respect for our producers, editors or photographers. [8:56]
Commercial break. [10:12]
I have always been a proud Asian American so my mission is to amplify our experience and share what it means to be an Asian American. [12:01]
When I was a little girl, very few people looked like me in my neighborhood and I was proud to share the culture and traditions and foods of my ancestors with my friends and people I knew. [12:13]
As I got older, I started noticing discrimination and I became able to identify and label racism for what it was. [13:06]
My desire to amplify the Asian American experience and change the AAPI stereotype and the ways in which we are very much wrongly perceived really grew. [13:15]
My professional work to combat anti Asian hate began when a driver yelled “this is America at me”, and I responded to her in a live Facebook video that went viral. [13:25]
That sent me on a path to really speak out and stand up for Asian Americans where I really just wanted to tell stories in the hopes that we can be seen for who we are. [13:53]
The anti Asian hate we've seen amid the pandemic has made it crystal clear to the wider public how important this work is. [14:19]
This is not just about Asian Americans, it is about how we as humans default to hate anytime we're afraid or uncertain and that really hurts our entire society. [14:31]
I think that my response to her taught me something about myself where I also realized that I have some of my own work to do. [15:41]
If I'm going to challenge people to look at themselves, I needed to sort of confront some of the biases that I myself have. [15:40]
I am so happy with all of the shows and movies and podcasts that are coming out that help us all move in. [18:23]
The more we can do to move in to get to know each other’s experiences so that we don’t see people as generalizations or stereotypes but just as individual human beings. [18:39]
This not just about being Asian American, I really try to do this for every group that I think is traditionally unknown or misunderstood. [18:54]
A lot of people are familiar with that Martin Luther King Jr. Quote, injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. [19:11]
In this age we have all these ways to connect yet we seem more disconnected than ever before. [20:40]
I just ask people to share their knowledge and share who they are to help others move in. [20:48]

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“You start to inspire people by them relating to what they can see in themselves from what you've experienced.” Keith Renninson

The most rewarding times in life are those that challenge us the most. Those that force us get deep inside ourselves and discover some of the strengths that we never knew existed within. Our guest today, Keith Renninson, went through such an experience when he got lost while in a hiking trip and it ended up changing his life for the better.

Keith is a Colorado native obtaining his CFP from the College for Financial Planning in 1989. His education was spread out over several decades with two years in the Army with a tour in the Vietnam War.

His new award-winning book “Tenacity: You Don’t Have to Get Lost in Nepal to Find Yourself, But it Helps!” is based on the second trip when he traveled alone and got lost for a few days in the Himalayas. He developed his TRIP Technique System from his book and has been giving in-person, virtual & hybrid meetings to excited audiences since. Recently, Keith developed his TRIP Technique Assessment which scores individuals on their strengths and weaknesses at tenacity, resilience, imagination, and purpose (TRIP)

Keith has been well known for his car & bike racing, love of skiing and as an amateur photographer. He began his speaking career in 2013 in Toastmasters, then joined his local chapter of the National Speaking Association where he served as the Secretary/ VP of Operations for four years.

In today’s episode, Keith will talk about his journey in the military and how one hiking trip changed his life forever.

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Contacts

www.thetriptechnique.com

I was drafted in 1969 and I went to basic training in Fort Lewis Washington, where I took a whole battery of tests like everybody does to figure out what your military occupation is going to be. [3:24]
I was posted to Fort Hood, Texas to work on civilian made weapons which I did testing in the prairies of Texas, before they actually released them out into the military. [3:37]
I ended up going to Vietnam after about seven months and once again in the top secret clearance facility where I was gathering information. [4:54]
My two years in the service taught me a multitude of things which included working within a team and rising to leadership. [5:30]
Once I got out of the army, I wanted to be a leader with whatever I did, which was sometimes pushy and sometimes it was fun. [5:56]
The army also taught me really good communication skills, because you've got to be very accurate in what you talk about in the military. [6:11]
I was an insurance agent and a financial planner for 42 years and that's where I guess I gained all of that tenacity to be an independent person and have my own business. [6:27]
I got my trekking permit in Katmandu canceled due to unfavorable weather and I had to redesign the trip. [8:46]
I ended up going into an area that I had not researched and within about four or five hours of starting that trek, my equipment stopped working and I got lost. [9:08]
I meditated and journaled each day and I started to looking at my life and writing what I wanted to do when I got home. [9:34]
After I retired, I started to do what I wrote down I'm now doing exactly what I wrote down in my journal while I was lost, which was become an author and a public speaker. [9:52]
I love telling stories and I can see them going through my head as I'm telling them and reliving them and the excitement builds back up inside of me. [11:35]
I probably exude that from the stage and it's just one of those things where you start to inspire people by them relating to what they can see in themselves from what you've experienced. [11:43]
I researched and came up with how I could take my speaking to the next level and what I could do that was different. [14:19]
Trip technique assessment helps people learn their strengths and weaknesses in tenacity, resilience, imagination and purpose. [14:47]
Commercial Break. [15:34]
The military teaches you discipline, having a hierarchy and understanding how the ranks work and how you could work with them. [17:07]
I came home in the 1971 and the hippie era was still going on and I ended up for a while being a disc jockey at night and a discotheque. [17:50]
It was a lot of fun to be able to work during the day as a banker during the daytime and a disc jockey at night. [18:05]
I wanted to be able to be disciplined enough to have those areas of my life very distinctly purposed, and do them on purpose so that I could really come out with what I wanted on the other end. [18:25]
Both jobs ironically prepared me for what I doing now. [18:36]
It was a tough time to come back from Vietnam because we were not liked as soldiers in those days. [20:22]
We were proud of our service and what we had accomplished and so it was something I came home with and felt good about it but I couldn't feel good about it publicly. [20:41]
I had my own kind of problems that came out of it and I had a long battle with hyperventilating whenever I got in a stressful situation and I actually went sought some help out. [22:07]
Be kind to your soldiers as they come home and as they suffer now a little bit because of the feelings left after Afghanistan. [23:59]
We need to recognize that that tour of duty that they all did and the results that we all were blessed with. [24:16]

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“Every good leader is a good follower and every good leader listens to their people.” Adam Bird

Often people are faced with circumstances where they have to make tough decisions that have profound effect on their lives and the lives of those around them. As our guest today, Adam Bird says, such decisions are never easy to make, having been faced with the question of whether to stay working in the military or leave to be a dad to his son. According to Adam, the ability to identify the right decision within a given time and it’s outcomes in the long term is very important not only career wise, but also in business.

Adam Bird, founder and CEO of Heroes Media Group LLC, is a seasoned, serial entrepreneur and leader in building companies, educating, training and mentoring and empowering teams to success. Bird's career has been centered around serving America's Community Heroes for more than a decade, including Military, Veterans, Firefighters, First Responders, Law Enforcement, Educators, Medical Professionals, and Clergy.

While he has primarily focused his attention on HMG's media platforms, he saw an opportunity to expand into the beverage market this year. For the past two years HMG had a coffee blend called Heroes United. When he saw an opportunity to leverage these products as a way to give back, he took that opportunity to launch an entirely new business venture. HMG Beverage LLC launched in November 2020, the week of Thanksgiving. He started with five blends, and soon will be offering other beverage options, with a portion of every purchase donated to charity.

In today’s episode, Adam will talk about his journey being in the military and how his experiences have helped him in his entrepreneurial journey.

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I started in the military where I joined the Army National Guard out of high school. [2:17]
I did join the National Guard and did that for about nine years and had several jobs in between that I was primarily a truck driver. [2:30]
In 2003 my unit got deployed for the initial push into Iraq and I spent some time overseas and got out of the military in 2007. [3:03]
It was it was a hard decision but the best decision I made and I absolutely loved my time with the military. [3:41]
The things that I learned gave me confidence that I could really do anything I put my mind to. [3:57]
Being in the National Guard opened up a lot of other opportunities for me where I worked with the guard for several years and also got to see the world. [5:46]
For me, being in the guard meant I got to enjoy the best of both world and nothing like the fulltime active duty. [6:32]
I'm a serial entrepreneur where I got to have my hands on a lot of different things. [7:29]
I started a company called Heroes Media Group which we are celebrating our six years under this brand. [7:44]
Prior to that I had another business that was focusing just on vets and from the response, I decided to create a company that focused on veterans. [7:52]
Three and a half years later, we decided go our separate ways and I created what is now Heroes Media Group. [8:34]
It wasn't just focusing on Veterans, but I wanted to create a thing for community heroes as a whole and now we help people start their podcasts as well as manage for them. [8:41]
We started a publishing arm a couple years ago and so now we also do audio books and we help people publish their manuscripts into self published books as well. [9:06]
We have a transcription department that we work with a lot of clients across the country as well. [9:19]
Last year, I decided to start a beverage company because that just seemed like a really good idea at the time. [9:33]
I had a coffee blend for many years with a roaster who was good friend of mine who called me up and asked if I wanted to expand my line and now we have six different blends. [10:05]
We have also expanded into the alcohol business and now have three spirits, two Bourbons, a gin, and then we're working on a couple other that I cannot mention right now. [10:46]
Commercial break. [11:33]
I think the biggest thing that service helped me is with my confidence and leadership as well as how to work with people from all different backgrounds. [12:41]
More importantly, it has taught me that I don't have to be the one to get me to where I want to go, I can put people in those places that do it better than me. [13:34]
Every good leader is a good follower and every good leader listens to their people. [15:01]
As I was growing my companies I didn't go out and get sponsors because I kind of wanted to do this on my own and for the longest time my pride did get in the way. [15:08]
I'm growing something that I want to last and I want to find the people that want to see the vision and want to be a part of that and eventually take over my job. [15:30]
I wanted to do an old prohibition brandy and we're still working on that maybe someday. [18:49]
We just started the gin line this past January in we've already sold out our first 160 bottles of gin that we had and we got another 1200 that are getting ready to be bottled. [19:44]
We had a straight bourbon whiskey that we only do 100 bottles a year, very limited edition and then we have a bourbon blend that's getting ready to come out [19:59]
Those of you that are out there that have thought about doing something and creating your own business and for some reason haven’t, take that first step. [21:14]
You're going to fall and get hurt, bumps and bruises, but you will be happy that you took that first step. [21:33]

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“One of my foundations is the commitment to do the right thing, even when no one's looking.” Kadena Tate

As we go through the different phases of our lives, we find that most of our previous experiences prepare us for our future. One of the most crucial attribute in this journey as it turns out, is flexibility. This allows you to know what is working and what is not, and how to align yourself to fit with your current circumstances. Our guest today, Kadena Tate, has been through the experience of unlearning in order to grow and says it needs a commitment to continuously change, learn and adapt.

Kadena Tate helps authors, business coaches and speakers suffering from burnout, over-giving and under-earning leverage their expertise by creating an online course, membership program, mastermind and/or ecommerce store. Kadena is the author of “Cultivating Courage: The Path to Reclaiming Your Power” (release December 2021) and contributing author of the NY Times Bestseller “Business Model You”, published by Wiley Press.

Kadena’s father served in the Marines for 4 years then Air Force for 28 years. She is named after Kadena AFB in Okinawa, Japan because he was stationed there during Vietnam. Kadena served in the Air Force for 4 years. She believes that authenticity has no competition and that no one craves the ordinary. She also believes that by owning all of who we are - the gifts, talents, strengths, abilities and lessons that we've learned from our life experiences - we can contribute in delicious and delightful ways to the healing and growth of humanity.

In today’s episode, Kadena will talk about how the being in the military shaped her for a career in business, and how she had to unlearn things that were not serving her business well in order to grow.

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My dad was a marine first, and then he switched to the Air Force. [3:30]
For the entire time he was in the Air Force, he was in recruiting where he became the military entrance processing officer at the station in New Orleans. [3:48]
I watched my father as a child and what impressed me was the fact that if he told you, he was going to do something, he did it. [4:02]
When I graduated from high school, I went into the air force to follow in his footsteps because I couldn't afford to go to college. [4:44]
I went into the Air Force as an X ray tech which not my personality but for me, it was more so about shared values, ethics, morals, and how that is aligned to the way that you live your life. [4:52]
The way we see our parents as a child is one thing as an adult as another thing and as I got older, I just appreciated him being honest about what he felt were shortcomings. [7:46]
I have a very strong work ethic which helps me to get so much stuff done. [8:38]
For many years, I got confused about excellence versus perfection and I would be spinning into over giving and under earning. [9:03]
In the military, I learnt the idea that I had to be bigger than life which on one side of the coin which has served me well while on the other side, it introduced me to what I call failing forward. [9:38]
I had to unlearn certain things because the same thing that's a gift can also be absolutely a curse. [10:22]
One of my foundations is the commitment to do the right thing, even when no one's looking, because it's about legacy. [12:01]
I really think that is formed inside the military and it is common of service people no matter what their jobs are, service before self. [12:21]
I feel like a lot of people don't understand what service really means nor do they understand what freedom really means. [13:07]
Service and freedom are huge themes that people have these idealistic views about, but they're not necessarily living them. [13:18]
Commercial break. [15:00]
I'm a revenue strategist and there are three foundations to it. [16:25]
First, I'm a woman and as women, we have been socialized to serve, but not be compensated. [16:32]
So when you start your business, you don't necessarily know how to price the value of what you do and that's where the revenue strategy came into play. [16:39]
I'm fascinated by people's gifts and how they present them to the world and that's how I became a marketing strategist. [17:24]
After the military, I started working for British Airways where I worked for 20 years in customer service where I used the skills I leant as a child growing up in a military home. [18:39]
I did not realize that those were the foundations of what was growing my business and because I had all the perfectionist drama, I literally started studying all these different things. [19:17]
The biggest struggle that my people have had is the gold standard because I believe I need to give them my very best which goes back to the military and its foundational values. [19:43]
When I first started, women told me that they did not want to lead but I told them that if they were going to be with me, they had to learn how to lead as business owners. [21:09]
My ideal client is a female entrepreneur who has been in business at least three years and she's in burnout, she's been stained into over giving and gross under earning. [22:02]
What I do is I help them build a business around their expertise and their natural gifts because I don't believe in a one size fits all formula. [22:29]
Look within and know that you're worthy and deserving of health, wealth, loving, harmonious relationships and the freedom of creative self-expression. [23:13]
At the end of the day, your business is designed to help other people live fuller, richer and more rewarding lives, so believe in yourself. [23:22]

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“One person can't do all of it, but one person can do something to make it a little bit better.” Michael Harris

The aging process can be challenging especially for veterans due to their experiences while they were in service. The need for personalized care where each senior is treated with a degree of sensitivity and respect is therefore needed. Our guest today, Michael Harris together with his wife, have been providing care and assisting these senior veterans together with their families to find the care that they need in order to live a dignified life.

Michael Harris and his wife, Elizabeth are the proud parents of four very intelligent children and grandparents of four incredibly beautiful grandchildren. To them, God and family are the two most important things in their lives. Michael is a retired veteran that served five years in combat and his wife held the most challenging position of holding everything together while he was away. Now Michael supports her while she is obtaining a master's degree.

The two of them have owned and operated several small businesses from bail bonds to clothing stores but nothing compares to the gratification of helping others. As Pastors in a small community, they have learned the best gift a human being can give another, is love.

Michael's parents were married for 68 years and are both disabled needing 24 Hour ADL's /home care service. The parent's health decline was an unplanned event that took place and put the family in an unfamiliar situation. Therefore, they took on the responsibility as caregivers and cared for their loved ones. This inspired them to start "Never Forget WE CARE LLC''. They wanted seniors, handicap, and physically challenged individuals to know that they were never forgotten. In the year 2020, they partner with Compassionate Helpers Franchise to gain knowledge, learn the business model and help care for more seniors during pandemics. Couples own and operate franchise units located in Houston, TX

In this episode, Michael will be discussing about his time in the military and his passion of providing care to the senior and handicapped veterans.

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I graduated high school and I enlisted as a private in the military because I just wanted to get away and try and learn about life and grow up. [3:11]
While I was serving, I really started to enjoy the military and I began to work hard and be committed to the military. [3:34]
I was actually promoted up to an officer and got an opportunity to actually get out of the military, go back to college and obtain my Bachelor's degree. [3:50]
Upon graduation, I re-entered the military as an officer and going from a private to an officer was a big [3:56]
While serving, my wife and I just realized that there was something bigger than us out there. [4:19]
I was deployed for five years and I really enjoyed living a purposeful life and I'm thankful for my wife that she supported me throughout all those years by making sure that home was okay. [4:43]
When I retired out of the military, I came back home and my parents were seniors and needed assistance which kind of caught my family as a surprise, because planned for it. [5:21]
I began to realize that I knew my dad was a veteran and I knew that he had some benefits but I wasn't quite sure what those benefits were. [6:38]
We began to research and found that he did qualify for a veteran program that would actually allow a caregiver in the home. [6:48]
While we were looking, I thought it'd be a good idea if we started our own business to help them but also to help others out there. [8:00]
None of my dad's or mom’s friends who were veterans even knew that there was a program out there that can assist them. [8:14]
When we started the business, it healed a lot of us and a lot of our issues that we had because we were now still serving the seniors that had served us. [8:28]
We didn't want any senior, any handicapped person either temporarily disabled or are permanently disabled or veteran to feel likeeveryone had turned their back on them. [8:47]
We named the business ‘Never Forget We C’ And set it up in Louisiana but we moved to Houston. [9:03]
We've been able to be a blessing to so many people by helping to bring in the best nurses and [9:35]
We have since partnered with compassionate helpers to help us bridge that gap with the communities with the senior veterans who want to stay in their own homes. [10:01]
I thank God for the experience with my parents, because it helped me realize that there is an area where a lot of people have just lost focus, and that's taking care of our seniors. [10:23]
My family and I are devout Christians and we believe that no one was born for themselves and that we were all created for someone else. [11:53]
I share all the information that I can because it's iron that sharpens iron. [12:52]
Commercial break. [13:15]
Military taught me several things which I apply as many as I can to my life daily. [14:49]
One person can't do all of it, but one person can do something to make it a little bit better. [14:24]
The military taught me that you can change the world, you just got to have to be willing to be motivated enough to get up and go do it. [15:33]
It also taught me that If you believe in your heart, that something is right, you never give up. [15:42]
In entrepreneurship, you're going to have some good days and bad days but you have to get up every morning with that positive attitude. [15:50]
If there's someone out there that's thinking about starting their own business, I would highly encourage you to do that. [16:42]
Take everything that you've learned from the military if you are a veteran and apply it and success is going to come. [16:50]
You get such a fulfillment, knowing that your military experience is still working through you to help someone else. [18:38]
We want to be a blessing by impacting the lives of the people and not for it to be just about business. [19:23]
When you wake up be thankful to be here and just be the best you that you can be every day. [24:41]
Remember that we were not born for ourselves but to help someone else. [24:49]

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“We won't know what is if we don't reach outside our comfort zone.” Krystalore Crews

Looking inward and developing a connection with self helps own our experiences and trust our capabilities. This is especially important when going through circumstances that require our input in order to move forward. Our guest today, Krystalore Crews, has gone through varied experiences in her military journey and says that strategic planning, goal setting, and mindset are paramount in any journey. She taps from her lessons to teach and guide others to navigate through the different hurdles they are facing in life.

Crews, MBA, ADC, is a People Strategist--Diversity & Inclusion Strategic Consultant, Certified Coach and Facilitator. Krystalore has spent the last 19+ years serving in the United States Air Force, and the last four years in strategic development and execution of diversity and inclusion programs in the US Government and Department of Defense. She has a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) with an Entrepreneurial concentration from Medaille College, and a Professional Certificate in Diversity & Inclusion from Georgetown University.

Krystal Crews uses her personal experience overcoming obstacles and 19+ years as a military leader in the Air National Guard to engage employees. Krystalore continues to serve, leading an organization of 800 employees part-time with a strategic D&I program from strategy, communications, coaching, and training. She also oversees the strategic community engagement plan for the United States consisting of 90 other Practitioners. Additionally, she mentors and supports 14 Practitioners in the Northeast Region.

She has prior diverse experiences as a Financial Advisor, Construction Project Manager, restaurant Corporate Trainer, Recruiter, Retention Manager, and Computer Engineer. Additionally, as an NFL Alumni Cheerleader, her clients will not get hours full of boring PowerPoint slides. Instead, Krystalore entertains and incorporates videos, interactive activities, team building, goal setting, and engagement to educate the audience.

Based out of Louisville,KY, Krystalore operates as a Coach and Consultant as founder of The Crews Coach. Krystalore leads individuals and teams toward improving their emotional intelligence and inclusive leadership journey. Krystalore is an athlete and marathon runner. She is the Coach of the (National) Air National Guard Marathon Team, competing annually at the Air Force Marathon. The team has won first place of 12 teams 3 out of the last 4 years. Her leadership, stamina, determination, and resilience overcoming diversity and health challenges bring a unique perspective to relate to many challenges that many people are faced with.

Krystalore spent the last 6 years organizing and leading local chapters for the National organization, Team Red, White, and Blue (RWB). The mission is to enrich the lives of Veterans through social and physical activity. Her mission as a military member and military spouse is to unite members of all services and wars to a common mission through awareness, connection, and engagement. Krystalore continues her coaching and consulting work virtually as she travels to support her husband’s active career in the Army.

Krystalore enjoys studying human behavior and engaging with people to communicate better in the workplace, but also at home with a spouse, family, friends, or children. It helps them grow not only professionally, but personally.

She also released her new book: Your Krystal Clear Life Planner: A Woman's 90 Day Action Plan to Embrace Chaos and Live a Fulfilling Life is available on Amazon: Link here: https://thecrewscoach.kartra.com/page/planner

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I joined the military right after 911 with a friend of mine initially to pay for college but also for the things that were going on in the world. [4:00]
We chose to go with the Air National Guard so that we can serve our community and go to school. [4:26]
I found out that it really provided so much experience, education, camaraderie and community that I ended up falling in love with it and staying in. [4:45]
In the last 19 years, I've had seven different positions and I just keep challenging and growing myself through those experiences. [5:01]
What we do is we serve in the community that we live in where we do domestic operations and we have a federal mission as well. [6:10]
Even though I work part time, technically, I wear that uniform inside my heart, mind and life and is very deep rooted in our core values. [8:08]
As a servant leader, an airman, as a leader, I have to consistently hold on to the call to serve others before self. [8:37]
I met my husband eight years ago and as a military spouse, I had to resign my fulltime active duty position, go part time and serve right with [9:47]
The biggest thing when I think about my service and how it connects to me, being an entrepreneur is really just learning to trust myself, and reach outside my comfort zone. [11:25]
My experience enables me to help my clients face difficult situations and really owning the trust of their experience and [12:18]
Many a times we have to drown out those negative noises and really stay true to our passion, drive and our values. [14:08]
Commercial Break. [14:55]
Both of my businesses have a foundation of emotional intelligence and personal growth. [16:04]
I think in order for us to show up in life, relationship and connect with other human beings, we have to be totally good with ourselves first. [16:15]
My career has evolved so much over time, because the more I help mostly women, the more I learn how complicated human being we are. [16:52]
What I found is that many times if people want to lose weight, it's much deeper than that and so I focus on everything about emotional intelligence and the human connection. [17:10]
We just launched the cruise beyond limits and my husband is handling all the men's personal training. [17:52]
I also found that the power of stretch, recovery, and Yoga has to be a really great part of our cross training and so I actually just brought on an affiliate cruise coach who is a yoga instructor. [18:16]
My second business is inclusion culture where I have three other business partners doing consulting work on inclusion and diversity for four years now. [20:13]
When COVID happened, we had to pivot really quickly to zoom and really learn how to facilitate group training over zoom. [20:43]
We also have a foundation of emotional intelligence where we help leaders and companies discover within themselves so that they can make deeper connections and understand themselves. [21:07]
With the new ways of working, people are getting comfortable at home and it's a whole other dynamic of what humans go through and grow through. [22:22]
Our goal is really to drive that connection, not only with themselves, but with others, regardless of the situation. [22:45]
Take each day as it comes and everyday as a blessing so live each day just your true potential and reach outside your comfort zone to see what's possible. [23:54]
Sometimes we don't have to have all the answers or always be perfect, we just have to be willing to try. [24:16]

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Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

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“If you learn how to write powerfully, it unlocks the doors to opportunities.” Carla Bass

One of the skills that can turn out to be a superior advantage in any career is effective writing. Considered to be an essential life skill, writing makes a great difference in one’s ability to convey information, a key factor that drives successful careers. Our guest today, Carla bass, found the power of writing early on in her career in the military, and says that it is the key to influencing powerful outcomes.

Carla D. Bass is a retired Air Force colonel and author of the book "Write to Influence!" which has won eight national-level awards. The ability to write powerfully was central to her success. Throughout her 45-year career (30 years in the Air Force and 15 with a federal agency), she composed products for Congress, the White House, generals, and ambassadors; hundreds of performance reviews; budget justifications; award nominations; and executive memoranda.

As a lieutenant colonel, Carla transformed her 480-person unit from the most losing in state-wide professional competitions into the one to beat. How? She developed her writing methodology and taught her troops to compose compelling nominations. So successful was her program that she taught thousands of Air Force members for the next 15 years – to rave reviews.

She now teaches workshops to clients that include government agencies, corporations, private businesses, NGOs, and academia. The second edition of "Write to Influence!" incorporates material from her highly acclaimed workshops. These include material that covers powerful writing to banish bureaucratic blather (for the workforce) to composing resumes, input for performance reviews, grant submissions, and essays for college applications.

Carla's battle cries are twofold: "Powerful writing changes lives!" and "Powerful writing is the lifeblood of effective organizations!"

In today’s episode, Carla talks about how writing opened opportunities for her and many others while she was working for the military. She will also highlight how she helps others tap into the power of good writing.

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I was the child of a military family and I decided when I was in seventh grade that I was going to join Air Force intelligence. [3:24]
My father was at that point an Air Force officer intelligence and since I couldn’t ask him what he was doing, I decided I will join it myself to find out. [3:50]
One of the proudest day of my life is when my father Colonel Sand Bass gave me the oath of office and at that point he was a veteran and had had a bad stroke. [4:58]
In my 30 years, I served in many places and Bulgaria was fascinating because I was the first female defense attache for 3 years representing all of America's military to our Bulgarian counterparts. [5:31]
When my father commissioned me, he gave three pieces of advice; stay focused on the job, always keep your sense of humor and always take care of your people, and they will take care of you. [7:19]
My becoming an entrepreneur goes back to Hawaii, when I transform the most losing unit into the one to beat and it was a pivotal point for me. [7:46]
I realized that powerful writing changes lives after I took a couple of days and developed my writing methodology which helped us transform the unit into the one to beat. [8:03]
I ended up teaching that one hour writing workshop for the next 15 years to 1000s of people. [8:50]
By the time I retired I had received so many testimonials from people who said my writing had benefited their entire federal career. [9:02]
I realized that I have something that works and It's proven and so I have to keep sharing it. [10:10]
If you learn how to write powerfully, it unlocks the doors to opportunity. [11:34]
People and organizations fail to achieve their goals because of ineffective writing. [13:23]
It is important to gain the critical edge by learning how to write products that are concise and compelling. [13:34]
Commercial break. [13:50]
I love teaching workshops and with COVID, I had to do great with webinars and I cover a multitude of programs. [15:14]
I've got one hour webinars on powerful writing for professionals or even fiction writers spend the captivating tale because every word counts. [16:07]
Every author is constrained by two things, the readers time and available space and therefore the writer who best leverages his time and space wins. [16:32]
What I teach you how to do is make every word count, and every second of the readers time play to your advantage. [17:11]
It is a two-step process involving the strategies on how you arrange the logic of your presentation of your case, and the word sculpting tools. [17:27]
The big mistake that people make in writing resumes is failing to know the audience and ensuring that every word spoken is addressing the needs of the employer. [18:26]
Two important tips when writing a proposal include adding details on the how and the what as well as the impact of what you have done. [19:52]
Another mistake people make is to think that the first draft is [21:43]
Writing is like either chess or poker because it involves strategy and once you look at it from those angles, all of a sudden it is not so intimidating. [23:59]
I have 10 word sculpting tools. One of which is verbs are your friends use them or rely on them and avoid using many words to suffocate the verb. [24:30]
By sculpting out all of those useless words and redundancies, you not only tighten up the text, but you buy yourself more strategic opportunity. [25:54]
Tool number two is called not to use words that hogs space to go from writing fat, to writing skinny. [26:56]
Word sculpting tool number ten Is revise, edit, and proofread and these are three distinct functions, each with a separate list of criteria for which you search. [29:27]
Learning to write powerfully is a life skill which need to be taught and passed down young adults because they're not getting it in school. [31:36]

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“It is okay to ask for help. It is not shameful, nor embarrassing. It's very humble, and courageous to do so.” Judy Skilling

Regardless of the level of success attained while serving in the military, transitioning to civilian life is never easy. Finding people who have successfully gone through similar experience can make the process easier and less stressful. Our guest today, Judy Skilling, taps from her experience in the military and post military to help others who are transitioning and says that it all starts with asking for help.

Judy Skilling is a Certified High Performance Coach that works with veterans to help them re-claim and excel in their work, health, and relationships by tapping into their trained military behaviors and learning how to apply it in a civilian lifestyle. As a Navy veteran, Judy understood the struggles of adjusting to the civilian life post military and with using specific high-performance principles and techniques, she is able to successfully navigate the civilian sector without feeling lost or confused on her personal life path. She now focuses on working with veterans to help them accomplish similar results: gaining a clear direction on next steps in their life after service.

Judy Skilling work has been featured in numerous publications such as Forbes, Entrepreneur, Thrive Global, Medium, and so forth. She has a book published titled, "Un-Hot The Mess You Are", a co-author of a new release book called "Dare to be Authentic Volume 6: Finding Your Purpose" and a new published journal titled "The Transitioning Veteran Journal: A Self-Guided Journal to Discovering Who You Are Post Military,” which can all be found on Amazon.

In today’s episode, Judy talks about her life in the military and the events that led her to pursue her current career. She will also highlight her current business and how she helps others have a smooth transition.

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I joined the navy in 2000 and a year later 911 happened and at that time, I was actually stationed in Puerto Rico which changed the whole dynamic of being in the military. [3:14}
I was deployed during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom and so from 2002 to about 2005 I was on three different warships in the Middle East. [3:49]
I served seven years and got out and became a nurse working with emergency medicine which was a great experience. [4:35]
At that point I was about mid 20s already leaps and bounds ahead of my peers, just because of the military experience that I had. [5:17]
When you are in the military, it definitely broadens your life experience as you'll see and do things, people half your age won't even have the chance or opportunity to. [5:46]
I was married and in the year of 2013, unfortunately, my husband at the time who was also a veteran, had gotten diagnosed with cancer. [6:04]
I journeyed with my husband through that battle for five years almost. [7:03]
During that journey, it got me to think of trying some things to help supplement the income so I can be more at home. [7:09]
That's where coaching actually came into the picture and I went through a coaching program as a client and loved my transition so much that I wanted to be a coach myself. [7:38]
I realized how many veterans could use this type of guidance and their life to help them whether they're leaving the military or transitioning. [8:51]
I became certified and it changed my life and now I try to get more of what I learnt in front of these veterans. [9:05]
When I served and I was in the military everything was routine and very predictable but we also had to be flexible to adapt to any unexpected changes. [11:56]
That skill set has served me many times after leaving the military, being in the emergency room and being an entrepreneur. [13:14]
Commercial break. [14:18]
For most of the veterans that I've worked with, they still feel like they're in this funk of transitioning regardless of the period they have been out. [16:16]
They get to have a hard time getting acclimated into the civilian lifestyle because there's something special unique about a bond they have when in service. [16:26
They struggle with identity of who they are supposed to be like in this next phase of life and so that's one of the things that I help them with. [17:16]
We work on not only finding their purpose which is about what they are passionate about at that moment. [18:02]
When you are able to get clear on that, then that kind of opens up some other doors of opportunity and owning the new sense of independence which can feel a little foreign. [18:21]
I help people really embrace this new person of themselves post military and help them feel really good about who they are now. [20:10]
When I get to talk to somebody and have a conversation with them, my aim is to see if they're fit for coaching. [25:13]
I also have to determine whether or not they need help outside of coaching, like psychological help, or therapy help because coaching is not therapy. [26:00]
I also have to distinguish when they're ready and invested and need a little bit of more one on one personal guidance on how to handle some big responsibilities. [26:23]
One of the things that a lot of veterans struggle with, is confidence and so we talk about courage and not only speaking up for self but also having courageous discussions. [28:14]
One of the things that as a veteran I have seen and been involved in different veteran groups is we don't ask for help and that we can figure it out on our own. [30:18]
One of my things I'd love to leave you with is it's okay to ask for help. It is not shameful, nor embarrassing. It's very humble, and courageous to do so. [30:33]
It's always good to reach out for help whether it's working with me or with any kind of coach, or just any kind of friend, it's always okay to ask for help. [30:51]

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“One of the things that is most important is not necessarily what you can see as physical attributes, but what you can't see with regards to one's mindset.” Wyman Winbush

In order to overcome adversity and live the best and fulfilling life, developing not only the physical, but the mental and spiritual aspects as well is crucial. Our guest today, Wyman Winbush has been able to overcome a lot of adversity in the course of his career and life, and attributes his success to having a resilient attitude and a strong grounding on his spiritual values.

Wyman Winbush, is a Multi-Disciplined Problem Solver and self-professed polymath* who is known as "The Wisdom Broker." He combines 31yrs in Corporate America with 30 yrs in the US Navy , and 30 yrs in ministry to direct individuals, and corporations towards the most direct path to sustained success.

After 31 years, Wyman left full-time employment at IBM and started a consulting/training company called WRW International, LLC with his wife Rosemary. WRW International, LLC is committed to educating, empowering, and inspiring businesses and individuals to reach their maximum and divine potential. With over 40 years of combined business experience, corporate savvy, military leadership, community volunteerism, and spiritual insight, they are able to leverage their expertise to meet the needs of each client.

Wyman continues to educate and enable others as a professional speaker/trainer which includes working as a member of the DoD Yellow Ribbon Cadre of Speakers. He has also recently agreed to work in a consultant capacity as a Sales Advisor in IBM's Global Sales School.

In this episode, Wyman will discuss his time in the military and how it shaped his life post military. He will also talk about how he helps people and businesses reach their potential.

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I'm a graduate of the Naval Academy, and my journey started in the 10th grade when a teacher asked me whether I had ever heard of the Naval Academy. [4:08]
Needless to say that question change the trajectory of my life because I graduated from Naval Academy and became a helicopter Hilo pilot. [4:27]
You can't be in the military regardless of what service without knowing how to be resilient and so I applaud my brothers and sisters who served out there. [5:04]
When you get into a business situation, and you're up against the wall, there's a lot of things you can do but panic is not an option. [7:41]
I didn't have to go to business school to get that but I learnt those core precepts and principles during the military training. [7:57]
The faith element is as much part of me as any other of my physical attributes. [9:03]
One of the things that is most important is not necessarily what you can see as physical attributes, but what you can't see with regards to one's mindset. [9:10]
On my worst day, I find hope in that situation because I expect whatever this is, to work to my favor. [9:43]
A lot of times you'll find that to be true because a lot of the adversity that we encounter builds up our resilience to respond to it or similar circumstances in the future career. [10:00]
All else equal, the person that believes that someone bigger than him or her is with them, will go to the battle field more confident that they will win. [11:05]
On confidence, it's not confidence in me, but it's confidence in the God that I serve and that we're not in the boat by ourselves, God is with us. [12:11]
I believe God does his best work Monday through Friday on the battlefield and so I acknowledge his presence everywhere. [14:47]
The testimonies are birthed out of the tests on the battlefield Monday through Friday, on Saturday, and Sunday is when you testify about what he has brought you through. [15:21]
Commercial Break. [17:12]
The essence of business is you have a product or a service that your clients need. [18:31]
The sooner you have identified the true why, it is only then that you can chart a path that represents the most direct route to get there. [19:41
The purpose of college is not to obtain a diploma but rather to acquire a set of skills that allows you to bring the most value to the marketplace. [20:09]
You only get one chance to distinguish and separate yourself from the pack and if you do it correctly, you don't have to forego having fun as a freshman. [21:37]
Sometimes your clients don't know what they need and so by adopting a client centric approach you work on enabling them towards divine potential. [23:54]
Whatever your calling is, whatever your niche is there are always things you can do to maximize the value you bring to the community. [25:52]
To specifically those who have served, thank you for your service. [29:11]
One of the things that the world needs right now in the business community is people who are resilient, solid and sober thinker and so our business community and the world needs veterans. [29:29]

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“We owe it to ourselves and the people around us to be as great as we can.” Mary Kelly

The brain is a central determinant of how people perform. Consequently, people can be able to improve their quality of life by altering their thinking and eliminating the negative beliefs and perspective that limit them. Our guest today, Mary Kelly has years of experiences educating and coaching people to reach their full potential and says that constant learning and adapting is key if we are to trust our brains to guide us effectively.

Dr. Mary Kelly is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy and spent over 20 years on active duty in intelligence and logistics. She retired from the Navy as a commander. She has masters’ degrees in history and economics, and a PhD in economics. With over 20 years combined teaching experience at both the Naval Academy and at Hawaii Pacific University, she taught economics, finance, history, and management. She has extensive experience in business coaching, management, economics, finance, banking, insurance, real estate, government, organizational leadership, communication, business growth, teamwork, strategic planning, human resources, customer service, time management, and project development.

Mary has a track record for success as an organizational change agent. In her role as a human resources director, Dr. Kelly developed a business model for the computer and telecommunications organization for personnel hiring, training and retention that was adopted globally by the U. S. Navy. Managing culturally diverse teams, she orchestrated organizational changes for over 3,000 personnel for 2 military base closures. Her ability to problem-solve and provide innovative solutions enabled her to transform the Navy’s largest pay and personnel organization from the lowest in customer satisfaction to the highest in the nation in 18 months, with 23% fewer employees and a 19% budget decrease.

As an educator, Dr. Kelly created a mandatory curriculum for a college student body of 4,500 students. During her teaching career, she developed 31 university courses in the areas of business management, economics, history, management, geography, political science, human resources, and international relations. Mary taught remote course work for multiple colleges while creating 4 distance learning courses using online lectures, webinars, interactive exercises, and podcasting. In addition to standard curriculums, Dr. Kelly coached 450 students on life skills and time-management. She created and taught wealth building and personal finance to students at the United States Naval Academy, resulting in a student body educated on budgeting and retirement planning before graduation.

As a speaker and presenter, Mary Kelly pulls from her diverse experience to provide keynote presentations that are engaging and compelling, leaving the audience wanting more. With a warm and sincere style, Mary takes her vast knowledge and provides an educational presentation that holds the interest of her audience. She is a popular speaker on topics of leadership, communication, financial planning, and management. As a communicator, she has chaired academic and military panels for economics, political science and historical conferences, and she has conducted over 2,200 seminars on financial, business, management and leadership topics.

In today’s episode, Mary will talk about her experiences working in the military and how she is helping people achieve greatness through education and coaching.

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Military services is a part of my family's heritage and my siblings and we all went to the Naval Academy. [3:03]
Things that the Naval Academy taught me early on was, you get it done and you don't waste time. [3:47
Time in our life is a finite number of unknown minutes and we cannot afford to waste it on things that don't matter. [3:57]
We have to value our time and we have to get things done now. [4:22]
If you think about something and you want to get things done, you have to take some kind of action because things just don't happen and this is where I think military training really helps. [4:27]
When we're thinking about doing something, we oftentimes go to our family and our friends and and ask them what they think and I think that's ridiculous and a little dumb. [5:19]
Your family remembers may not picture you as the CEO of your organization and friends often don't push you to be your best self. [5:28]
I have to do my best potential because otherwise to not do that is kind of misusing the gifts and the opportunities that we have. [5:55]
Some days are harder than others but we still have to keep each other accountable and hold each other to a higher standard. [6:07]
What I loved about being in the military was the constant learning, changing and [7:26]
I was never that kid who knew what they wanted to be when they grow up so the military gave me all of these great job opportunities and I got to travel and see different things and meet new people. [7:38]
I got to learn about that really helped me figure out what I want to be and what I was good at. [8:02]
Working in the military helps us identify what our natural strengths are and then we can focus on what we're great at. [8:55]
I love working with numbers and being in front of people talking and you and I both know for many people, that is terrifying for many people. [9:28]
I've been writing since I was a kid and while I was in the Navy, I co authored a couple books for leadership for the Naval Academy and some other groups. [11:16]
I had four books that I was participatory in before I launched my own which became the master World Book and is doing really well. [11:33]
One of the latest books, ‘The Five Minute Leadership Guide,’ is on how to improve your leadership, focus and your priorities and de stress and calm your brain in less than five minutes a day. [11:53]
I have learned to trust my brain and part of that is also knowing when i’m wrong and acknowledging that something isn't doing what I want it to and looking for a way to make it better. [12:52]
Commercial break. [13:19]
My company is called productive leaders, because who wants an unproductive leader and yet, when we look around the workforce, we've got a lot of people who are unproductive. [14:24]
Almost 80% of our workers are not fully engaged and yet, less than half of them have any intention of leaving and this is not good. [14:52]
One of the things I try to do with my audiences is help our leaders reengage, reignite and remotivate their teams so that they stay focused. [15:05]
I get to talk to conferences and also work as a corporate and the idea is to improve all the things that are important to your employees. [15:20]
Many of us in the military go weeks and weeks and months and months and months without a day off, and nobody's that worried about work life balance. [15:58]
You know what you're doing is really important, you've got such a high sense of purpose and mission and vision, that you're not too worried about your work life balance. [16:07]
For businesses, I focus on the bottom line and as an economist, if a business is not making profitability, then they're going to be out of business. [16:13]
We've got to make sure that our businesses are taking the right steps in order to move forward and be wildly successful. [16:29]
A major problem is that people can't get their brain to focus in one area and it's really critical to have that because our brain derive satisfaction out of crossing things off our list. [18:13]
Right now, people are not getting that sense of accomplishment because they don't feel like they have as much control over their time which leads to burnout and exhaustion. [18:41]
I like to focus on how we could alter our thinking and see how well equipped we are to deal with a crisis or changes around us. [19:43]
A lot of times when people say they are overwhelmed, it is just their brain that is disorganized. [21:28]
When I started my business, I created checklists for me, and then all of a sudden I realized people could use the lists. [21:49]
So I have these things I call the five minute business success solutions that are one page put together in a 12 month planner and that is available for your people totally free. [21:57]
Some people need a little revision of their business plan and these five-minute success plans can helps people get focused, stay focused, and get things done. [22:58]
It's not easy and if it was easy, everybody would do it. [25:41]
The way to be successful in running a business is to set a schedule and figure out what you have to do in order to take that next step forward. [25:46]
Don't get distracted by the little things but rather identify the important things and stay focused on what we've got to do next. [25:59]

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“Business is not a sprint, it's a marathon, so stick with it and you'll be amazed what can happen over the years.“ Charles Read

After leaving the military, majority of servicemen and women find that all they have learnt and experienced is not valued and appreciated in the civilian world. This is according to our guest today, Charles Read, whose experienced while transitioning from the military to civilian life was not easy despite having the skills and expertise needed by majority of organizations. Charles believes that the service men and women have all they need and more to be successful in business, only if they believe in their abilities.

Charles J Read is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), U.S Tax Court Practitioner ( USTCP), member of Internal Revenue Service Advisory Council (IRSAC), and the Founder of GetPayroll. Mr. Read’s companies have provided full-service payroll services, payroll tax services, and other payroll-related services since 1991. Charles is an accomplished senior executive and entrepreneur with more than fifty years of financial leadership experience in a broad range of industries and the author of four books with the most recent one being, The Payroll Book: A Guide for Small Businesses and Startups.

In todays episode, our guest will discuss his life in the military as well as how he was able to successfully start and run his business after leaving the military. He will also talk how the military helped him become who he is today.

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I grew up in Iowa, graduated from high school at 16 and worked because I wasn't ready for college for a number of years. [3:11]
We're a military family going back several 100 years and so we have always [3:24]
I joined the Marine Corps at 17 and enlisted for four years and so I was 21 when I got [4:08]
I started as an operator and later I was transferred to Okinawa to the third FSR support group there and was sent to IBM and became a computer programmer and systems engineer. [4:27]
I got myself transferred to Vietnam and I got myself reassigned to the local infantry company that was doing interdiction and ambushes. [4:55]
After six months being in the field I came back and was stationed in Kansas City Marine Corps automated service center. [5:22]
When I got out, I found that businesses did not value my military experience and at that point I realized I had to go get the civilian credentials. [6:15]
I went up to the local junior college and then to University of North Texas and in two and a half years, I had my MBA which got me [7:56]
One thing the military teaches you is, how to accomplish things, staying focused and the discipline necessary. [8:17]
One of the things I learned in management while in the Marine Corps is mission, men then self, and that you need to accomplish the mission and in business, that same mechanism works. [9:38]
You complete the mission, you take care of your men, whether it be your employees or your clients, then you take care of yourself. [11:04]
One of the biggest things I've seen that is destructive to businesses is ego. [11:12]
You don't want to be the smartest person in the room, you want to know how to hire the smartest person in the room. [11:33]
You learn to value your men because your employees are the most important thing you have. [12:03
My job as CEO was really not to do the work anymore rather my job is to make theirs easy and make them more efficient. [12:19]
Commercial break. [13:22]
When I was 14, I started doing security analysis because I was interested in the stock market and buying and selling stocks. [15:10]
Afterwards I worked in the corporate world for 15 years and I realized I was never going to get to the top of a major corporation because I lacked the political skills. [16:03]
Marines have a have a real aversion to sucking up to anybody and that did lead to problems at times, which I learned to just keep my mouth shut. [16:30]
I started my own business and 30 years later, we're here but about 10 years ago, I sold off the accounting side, because I'd gotten kind of bored with it. [16:50]
I finally realized one of my deficiencies here a few years ago, that I can't market my way out of a paper bag. [19:41]
We're continuing to grow and bringing in clients to take care of them and enjoying the business. [20:02]
I recently wrote my fourth book which Wiley published last year. It's the payroll book guide for small businesses and startups. [20:10]
It's a comprehensive book and we think the only thing similar to it is the payroll source from the American Payroll Association. [21:10]
For your listeners, if they'd like a copy of this, they will go to the payrollbook.com on the web, and enter the discount code for the podcast and we will ship them a free book. [21:24]
There are a lot of things I don't do that I outsource and payroll is one of those things you can outsource as a small business and an entrepreneur very inexpensively and get really good care. [23:15]
A person will overestimate what they can accomplish in a year and underestimate what they can accomplish in a decade. [25:53]
Business is not a sprint, it's a marathon, so Ssick with it and you'll be amazed what can happen over the years. [26:05]

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“No matter where you are or what you're doing in life, the core values that is integrity, service before self and excellence transcends into what your life is today.” Dave Armstrong

Regardless of the circumstances that face us, we always have a choice to determine what informs our actions. Furthermore, our actions always determine the kind of rewards that come our way. Adopting strong core values to inform our actions is therefore very important since the quality of the life we live depends on the values that we adopt. Our guest today, Dave Armstrong, uses his life experience to help people better their lives and says that seeking new knowledge and being grounded on good values is key to overcoming life obstacles.

Sensei Dave Armstrong is a motivational speaker, life coach and at-risk youth expert. He grew up as a product of a broken family, foster care, youth correction facilities and a deceased, only parent at the age of 13. After overcoming all of these obstacles in life and defying his destiny, he decided to serve humanity by dedicating 20+ years towards helping people better their lives and their relationships with their children or the children they work with. After Sensei Dave retired from 24-years of Active Duty Military Service he decided to open Unlimited Potential Network Academy Life Coaching and to publish his amazing motivational autobiography, ‘Why Me, My Fight For Life’ which is available on amazon and on http://www.whyme.world.

In today’s episode, Dave will discuss his journey to finding his ‘why’, his life in the military and how it has been instrumental in shaping his life after the military.

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I'm retired in Greece after serving 24 years in the Air Force. [4:05]
I sold my martial arts schools because I thought that I didn't need to work anymore and moved to Greece. [4:13]
After about two years of that I felt that I wasn’t okay not working so I had to find a new why. [4:28]
I was lucky, I've been able to realize my why's because we're not just subject to have one. [5:12]
Early on in life I started developing myself, mind and my skill set out of necessity as I had to do that out of survival. [5:21]
After retiring from the Air force I, decided that I had to do something else and now I help parents and entrepreneurs just to crush life. [5:37]
After I retired, I wrote a book that is an auto biography where I tried to put so much knowledge and experience in there and that's doing so well. [7:15]
We all have to figure out how to overcome in our own way and it's incumbent upon you to learn how to overcome for you. [8:26]
We as biological beings like comfort but unfortunately, that doesn't work to our benefit all the time because in order to overcome you have to become uncomfortable. [9:24]
I tell my clients to seek to be uncomfortable and open up their schema just a little bit every day and seek new knowledge growth. [9:52]
I had a program where I was training women that were being battered by their spouses self-defence and I remember consistently seeing the same women repeating the same patterns. [11:25]
It is scary when you have no resources and can't see past the darkness and on the other side of that wall. [12:12]
I remember I had to move my martial arts school because I was silly enough to think that I was going to move it into a low-income neighborhood to try to give back but it did not work. [12:38
Sometimes it's really hard to see past the difficulties but you have to figure out how to look around that wall and get ready for whatever that is on the other side of that wall. [13:14]
Commercial break. [13:54]
I think everything, every failure and success one has in their life ties in to the next moment and so I use everything of my past to tie into my current and my future. [15:13]
No matter what your background is, you can always use your past knowledge and combine that with the current or whatever you're seeking. [16:00]
Consistently seek knowledge for your present, draw from your past, to secure your future so as to see that dream come to fruition. [16:55]
The Air Force prepared me to be an entrepreneur because of the core values that we have in the Air Force such as integrity, first service before self and excellence in all we do. [18:22]
That's a model that I've brought over to my current career and to everything I do but at the expense of myself. [18:36]
No matter where you are or what you're doing in life, these core values, integrity, first service before self and excellence in all we do transcends into what your life is today. [20:52]
If I could say something that creates an aha moment for someone, no matter where it is in your life, I'm so happy. [22:07]
My niche is parents of teenagers that are having some struggles with their kids where I have programs that they could buy and do one on one coaching. [22:21]
Some of these courses include goal setting and how to teach your teen how to properly set goals; cyber bullying and physical bullying and how to how to overcome. [22:42]
There are going to be times that it feels like what you're after isn't worth it and feel like you should just give up. [25:02]
If you have a thought-out dream, write a why and It's going to be hard but it's going to be worth it and you are going to seriously thank yourself for sticking to it. [25:23]

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“If you do not pay yourself first, you'll have to go do something else to sustain yourself.” Amanda Neely

When you are in the business of serving people, striking a balance between sustainability and serving is key to survival. This is according to our guest today, Amanda Neely, who having run a successful business for years, insists that business people need to get their financial status in order so as to ensure profitability and sustainability of their businesses.

Amanda Neely is a small business and financial professional. She founded and ran Overflow Coffee Bar, L3C from 2008 through 2018. Now, she shares her experiential knowledge through podcasting and through developing personalized financial strategies for individuals and couples and profitability strategies for businesses. Her goal is to work with people to take charge of their cash flow, leverage their assets, and increase their profitability in ways that would make their grandma proud.

In today’s episode, Amanda will discuss about her time in the military as well as in business. She will also talk about some of the important lessons she learnt while running her business and how she shares the wisdom with the world.

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I met my husband after he was done being in the Marine Corps so I don't have direct experience of being a spouse of someone who is actively serving. [2:40]
I wouldn't change anything about his experience with the Marines because it is what has gotten us through some of the worst times of entrepreneurship. [3:01]
The service mentality that also was part of my husband is what led us to start a business. [5:57]
I was working for a nonprofit trying to give back and make a difference when I realized that actually small businesses really change the world. [6:13]
That's what led us to start the coffee shop where we wanted to know the bean to cup story and make sure that the farmers are being paid well. [6:32]
We are a legitimate social enterprise, we are for a purpose prior to a profit and we had to always put that purpose first. [7:06]
We were a couple years into the coffee shop when we met a certified financial planner. [9:24]
We were doing documentary showings and he chose a documentary about how money really works and showed it as a documentary screening. [9:29]
When the credits rolled, I was mad that he had never told us this before and that we had put ourselves really where we were which was on the edge of bankruptcy. [9:36]
I forced him to sit down with us and a couple of years later, we'd paid off our business debt and our student debt and we had gotten the business to a stable place. [10:02]
I had also been introduced to this concept called profit first and we started instead of paying ourselves last we started paying ourselves first. [10:17]
We were able to sell the business to a nonprofit who continued that mission and were able to even add their own mission to it to be an incubator of small businesses on the Southside of Chicago. [10:43]
We decided that we had to continue being in service to others and being a voice of change. [10:59]
We decided to help people get their stories with money into a better place and help them by empowering them to make the difference they need in their financial stories. [11:17]
Commercial break. [11:41]
If you do not pay yourself first, you'll have to go do something else to sustain yourself and eventually it could come in time where you can't work because of burnout. [13:42]
We work a lot with entrepreneurs and small business owners who often get to the point where they realize the biggest risk they are taking financially is with their business. [14:08]
A lot of times in your active military you can get help with financial planning but afterwards, it's a little harder to know who to talk to. [17:30]
It is about having that connection with the military and with entrepreneurship, and trying to figure out how to manage all the different buckets to make sure you are doing what's best for you. [17:46]
Other military people have been really interested in real estate and I love to assist real estate investors to be able to figure out some of those big questions. [18:19]
To be able to have those conversations with people brings me a lot of joy and I think helps them get more clarity as well. [20:17]
When we think about grandma, we picture an old woman maybe just hanging out and doing nothing. [12:07]
I love talking about grandma when she was in the prime of her life and she had huge potential and she took advantage of it. [20:18]
If you picture the grandma how they were like when they were your age and what they were doing then, there's a lot that we can learn. [21:51]

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“Book writing is very entrepreneurial and I believe more people have books inside of them, especially veterans.” Rob Campbell

Regardless of the context and nature of change, to have persistent optimism when facing change is not very easy. Nevertheless, being adaptable is an attribute that comes with many benefits to be gained. Our guest today Rob Campbell has extensive experience on handling change both at an individual and organizational level and says that it all entails embracing flexibility and being adaptable.

Rob Campbell is a husband, father, author, and entrepreneur. Rob began a career in the Army as an infantry officer in 1990. He served in a variety of command and staff positions in a career spanning 27 years. His culminating assignment was command of an infantry brigade in the 101st Airborne Division. Rob retired in 2016, wrote a book on leadership and founded his own speaking and consulting business.

In today’s episode, Rob talks to us about his career, overcoming organizational challenges and bringing about change. His goal is to help people be optimistic and be positive about their lives.

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I joined the National Guard in 1987 and found out I liked it so I got immersed in the military and chose to go on active duty in 1990. [2:50]
The military is a great place to shock your potential because they throw you into scenarios and training and of course combats that are shocking. [3:40]
It was a tremendous career growth for me which placed me in places I would not have thrust myself and so it did me wonders. [3:57]
Everything was a team effort and so our experience doing that over 27 years and 16 moves, I believe served us well. [5:27]
My children and my wife heard me talk about leadership and how it was all about the organization and not about me. [5:56]
It is tough for the spouses and they serve just as much as veterans and I believe in them so much because they are leaders in their own right. [6:09]
They learned a lot of the same values that are infused in me and bring the same kind of things into their own core life. [6:34]
Veterans are well equipped to be entrepreneurs and we're just not doing a very good job in military transition of exposing them to that and convincing them that they are. [7:30]
The military rule really helped hone many skills for me, which I think are very critical for running successful business. [7:58]
There are some obstacles to overcome but we can adapt quickly and so that's how it really helped me to be able to step in and be an entrepreneur. [8:06]
Commercial break. [9:51]
Book writing is very entrepreneurial and I believe more people have books inside of them, especially veterans. [11:43]
I coach a lot of folks to try and take that leap and get into book writing, because that wasn't my grand plan but I have managed to write two books with a third on the way. [11:50]
When I got out, I didn't know what I wanted to do and that's what a lot of veterans experience. [12:07]
In 2016, I had my blank sheet of paper, and I decided to take some time off and I kind of stumbled into book writing and I started my entrepreneurship journey there. [12:37]
I also the Executive Director for a non-profit, which is a live virtual entrepreneurship program that is taught by entrepreneurs who have decades of experience in business. [13:07]
Part of the problem with a lot of these entrepreneurs programs out there on the veteran side is they're taught by veterans, not entrepreneurs. [13:19]
We get an audience from across the world and they realize they still need to be schooled up on how to go through the entrepreneurial journey. So that's been a great journey. [13:33]
I do a wide variety of things which include consulting, teaching, coaching and speaking and coaching and speaking of the two things that I love to do most. [14:08]
What I do in those roles across the board is shining a light on something that an individual cannot see. [14:25]
The most ROI for me, is when the light bulb comes on and somebody sees that they have the potential to do something. [14:54]
You need a coach to be able to pull that out and kind of bring you up to that next level, even at the ripe old age. [15:09]
A lot of veterans get out and they don't know what they want to do and that's what my second book is all about. [15:53]
The title of the book is called At Ease, which is a term when said calmly means that it's going to be okay and that's what I was trying to say in the book. [16:11]
There's this weird sense of we don't have that complete freedom because we were always beholden to the bigger institution of the military and we had to seek that approval. [17:04]
That is the struggle that I address in the book and share that you're at ease and that transitioning is a journey that you're traveling. [17:30
One of the things that I discovered after the book was out last year, it speaks not only to veterans, but anybody making a major transition in life. [20:43]
One of the chapters in the book is about Be careful not to drop an anchor and what I mean by that is veterans and anybody making a big transition need to remain flexible. [21:17]
Many veterans are starting to question their service specifically to Afghanistan but reflecting back on those things that we provided for them, we all did the very best we could. [25:50]
I believe many of us are a shining example of service and sacrifice and will remain so especially the fallen. [27:12]
When you thank a veteran, you're still doing the right thing and it means a lot and so they need that and a friend going forward. [27:25]
We are at a really important time in our country and we as veterans and non-veterans can really come together, form of friendship and get to know each other better. [27:33]

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“Behavioural financial wellness means you understand what makes you tick with money, how you're naturally wired, and work for a one size fits you approach.” Ted McLyman

One of the major aspirations for individuals is financial security. In order to support the efforts towards achievement this goal, experts continue to improve the population’s financial capabilities by conducting programs that enhance individual financial knowledge and financial behavior. Ted McLyman has been in involved in numerous programs that deal with financial education and says that the concept of having a money coach should be normalized.

Ted McLyman is an entrepreneur, business owner, author, speaker, trainer, Lt Col, USMC (Ret), and Ironman All World age group triathlete. Ted has over 30 years of award-winning experience, helping individuals and organizations achieve peak performance. He has al BA Social Relations from Colgate University; a MA Public Administration from Pepperdine University; and MS Instructional and Performance Technology from Boise State University.

Ted is the founder of Apexx Behavioural Financial Group, Director of Behavioural Finance, DreamSmartAcademy.com, financial advisor/agent; economics instructor, US Naval Academy; Aide to the Under Secretary of the Navy for Financial Management; Head, Marine Corp Training Management Division; Commander, USMC Financial Management School; artillery officer; Executive Office, Battle Assessment Team, Operation Desert Storm.

He has authored three books on behavioral finance and has also created Quick Scan Money Temperament Assessment. He is a technical consultant for "Behind the Money" program at Impact television and Director for Behavioral Finance, and Advisory Board Member at DreamSmartAcademy.com.

In today’s episode, Ted will talk about his career in the military and the opportunities that helped him build knowledge and skills in financial management.

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I didn't know how important and consequential it would be to become a vet until I became one. [3:05]
I grew up in upstate New York in the Finger Lakes area and after University I decided to join the military. [3:39]
I served on several assignments and then put in a letter to get out of the Marine which wasn't accepted. [4:22]
I picked up my first graduate degree at Pepperdine and my payback was to teach economics at the Naval Academy which was incredible. [[5:00]
It was an opportunity to work with some of the future leaders of the country, the best and the brightest. [5:10]
I was teaching classical economics which led me to my career on money behavior. [5:16]
I picked up another master's degree in performance technology, worked more for the military and after retirement, I opened my first financial planning practice. [5:48]
I started realizing that my job as an entrepreneur was to build my business and take care of my clients. [6:33]
I also learned that I was in the business of managing behavior, not money and that became the basis of my writing where we are right now and It has been a great experience. [6:40]
The wrong decisions I witnessed being made by young people who had joined the military was absolutely the catalyst for me getting started in this. [8:22]
The institutional side was reactive rather than proactive and held marines accountable and the programs we had were never dealing with the behavior. [9:13]
We have to understand that money is a subset of modern culture and being human our brains are designed to keep us alive and pass on our genes and not planning. [10:32]
We talk about behavior and consequences, accountability and coaching in almost everything else in our life but nobody ever talks about a money coach. [11:30]
The question I always ask myself is how do you know if you're hardwired to do the things that we are expecting you to do. [11:54]
There's a money mindset and a wealth mindset where a money mindset is to spend while the wealth mindset is to build equity, pass it on and create true wealth. [12:47]
In the modern military you're trained to be resourceful, innovative, resilient, and get the job done. [14:38]
You are encouraged to think of all the scenarios to put together plans and alternatives and so I found the transitioning to entrepreneurship not that difficult. [15:07]
I had the opportunity to do all kinds of incredible things because I raised my hand and gave it a shot. [16:27]
Delegation means as an entrepreneur you focus on what you're good at, you become an expert, a professional, and then you build your team around you to compensate. [18:11]
A successful entrepreneur has a plan and if you've got a military background, all you've got to do is think of the planning cycle you went through for your first deployment. [19:01]
Commercial break. [21:30]
I help people understand their behavior with money because behavior is unique to everyone. [23:30]
I dropped all my licenses, sold my practice, and I'm working full time as an author, speaker and a coach, trying to change the dialogue about money. [23:54]
In our culture, particularly United States, we look at money as an independent entity. [24:04]
Our brains are wired to do things very differently than society wants them to do so our biology gets in the way of our feeling brain. [24:40]
Modern society demands some accountability which tasks our thinking brain to do things that are uncomfortable and that's usually money stuff and for most people, the default is do nothin [25:04]
What I am trying to do right now is launch a movement comprising of group of motivated people that are fed up with business as usual in the financial industry. [25:33]
If you want to know what your values are, take a look at your calendar and your bank statement. [26:24]
The next thing you've got to look at is your money temperament because you've got a unique spending pattern which is a function of where you grew. [27:32]
Culture is an incredible driver in our money perspective whose influences on our brain are putting us into a spending state that we've never had to deal with before. [27:49]
I am trying to get people to understand that we need to start moving to a behavioral approach to money. [29:37]
Behavioral financial wellness means you understand what makes you tick with money, how you're naturally wired, and work for a one size fits you approach. [29:44]
For the veterans out there, you stepped out and took a risk to join the military and worked out. It's the same thing would be an entrepreneur. [35:30]
You can be an entrepreneur within an organization by starting small. Take an assessment of who you are and find out what you're good at and step out. [35:55]

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“When you learn what you have to do, and you understand how it works, the path of least resistance is laid before you to help move on.” Rob Lougee

Access to information is a primary factor to ensuring that veterans going through tough situations receive available assistance. Our guest today has been working with the disabled veterans for a long time to help them set up successful businesses and careers.

Rob E. Lougee, a service-connected disabled veteran of the Persian Gulf War, was appointed Assistant National Employment Director of the 1.3 million-member Disabled American Veterans (DAV) in March 21, 2016. From the DAV National Headquarters located in Cold Spring, Kentucky, Mr. Lougee manages special employment initiatives and works with private and public sector entities to develop and build partnerships to address joblessness and underemployment, as well as facilitate job fairs and lead efforts to connect veterans and transitioning service members to employers.

A Boston native, Mr. Lougee enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1983 and served until 1992 in the First Armored and First Calvary Divisions, attaining the rank of specialist. His awards included the Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Southwest Asia Medal with three bronze stars and the Kuwait Liberation Medal.

Mr. Lougee joined DAV’s professional staff as a National Service Officer Trainee in 1993. Three years later, he was promoted to National Service Officer Supervisor and served as a National Area Supervisor from 2002 to 2008 until an appointment to serve as Adjutant and Executive Director for the DAV Department of Colorado. Mr. Lougee returned to serving as a National Service Officer Supervisor and National Area Supervisor following more than a year in the Department of Colorado’s top post. He is a life member of DAV Chapter 19 in Cold Spring, Kentucky. Mr. Lougee studied business at Central Texas College. He lives in Hebron, Kentucky. He has a daughter named Amanda living in Colorado.

In today’s episode, Rob will talk about his work caring for disabled veterans and the various resources that they can leverage for their good.

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Most of the males in my family all served in the military and I joined the military back in 83. [12:54]
I was blessed to be able to serve in outstanding military units and came back thankfully with all my appendages. [3:18]
The military taught me so much about my ability to endure the unknown and to think strategically, to understand what commitment is, and to think on my feet. [3:38]
I've been with the DAV now professionally for 26 years and I enjoy taking care of my fellow veterans and their families. [4:28]
We give disabled vets a chance and we try to take care of them through the many programs and services that we have. [5:05]
It is my pleasure to try to engage veterans and meaningful employment opportunities and provide them the tools and the information to get it. [5:27]
I always encourage all people who have served in the military to register with the VA, regardless of whether they need the assistance or not. [7:46]
Every veteran that wore the uniform, put their lives out there for their country, whether they actually went to war or not and so deserve all the benefits that they are entitled to. [8:49]
The DAV wants to engage with any entity that is interested in hiring veterans and here many companies that have hired veterans. [10:27]
I ask veterans to keep an open mind, not just think about what they did in the military but understand their capabilities and take a chance every now and then. [11:59]
You may not always get what you want or what you think you need, but you have to start somewhere. [12:17]
Predominantly, a lot of us join the military start right after our 18th birthday and often don't know what we want to do with our lives. [13:55]
During your military journey, you realize your capabilities and the different things about yourself, and you learn to grow like everybody else does. [14:14]
The military culture is a little more stringent where people are trained very specifically to do their [14:28]
You should volunteer for every school the military is willing to send you to because at the end of the day, that's going to help you when you get out of the military. [14:46]
Commercial Break. [15:22]
The proportion of service disabled veteran owned small businesses. versus civilian businesses how that we have a greater percentage of just under 9% are veteran owned. [19:56]
We are hoping that more veterans are engaged through entities such as SBA in different levels help them set up their business. [21:00]
45% of veterans that are leaving the military are more likely to think about beginning their own small business and one out of 10 small businesses in the US is veteran owned. [22:09]
The skill set of problem solving is probably the greatest attribute that a veteran entrepreneur possesses. [22:47]
We are working diligently through several government entities to try to level the playing field and get the privileges that minority groups are entitled to. [24:08]
One of the issues that you have in small business world is that you have small businesses that fail, because they don't understand the business concept of small business. [26:38]
We have a lot of resources out there to help veterans, whether disabled or not and even women veterans. [27:14]
I want to ensure that every veteran that has an idea and wants to explore it have the information they need to go down that path to see if it is for them or not. [27:42]
Regardless of whether you are a non-profit or for profit, to be in business for 100 years is an achievement. [29:53]
We are very excited to be able to finally celebrate our centennial celebration where September 26, and 27th will be the major dates. [30:36]
You always want to make sure that you're trying to do it better than the generation before you and da v has a track record of doing it better. [31:27]
We understand that you have to evolve and so we're very proud of the fact that we've been able to stand the test of time. [31:38]
We welcome all veterans out there that may want to become a part of our group, we can help find them find something to do within their capability level. [32:19]
We live in a technological age and we have to maximize the potential of that not only for our donors sake, but for reaching out to that veteran or a service member. [33:19]
When you learn what you have to do, and you understand how it works, the path of least resistance is laid before you to help move on. [33:38]
They'll always be issues with transitioning out of the military and so we try to put that in some type of context. [34:11]
Any veteran that is thinking about getting in or starting a business, there is a bunch of different resources available to help you push forward. [36:25]
The VA has the office of small and disadvantaged business utilization; SBA has the Veterans Bennet business development. [36:38]
The OVBV has an office that guides members through all the steps and starting a business; and the Institute of Veterans and Military Families which teach veterans and their families how to start and run a business. [37:00]
There is also entrepreneurship bootcamp for veterans and patriot bootcamp who assist military members to creators, innovators and entrepreneurs. [37:52]
We also have the Women Veteran Entrepreneurship for women veterans and the GSA who have a federal surplus for personal property donation program. [38:47]
Think outside the box because you are capable of doing much more than what the military ever taught you. [41:35]

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“Learning to mitigate a caregiving crisis in one’s personal life will help you be more effective and productive in your professional life.” Nancy Poland

As the demand for family caregivers increases, one of the biggest challenges that comes up is the unawareness of what to do and when due to the lack of preparedness. Our guest today Nancy Poland, has been a caregiver and says that planning for caregiving responsibilities ahead of time can go along way into helping people get through the challenges.

Nancy Poland, owner of Nancy R Poland Connect, is a writer and speaker focusing on caregiving. As a volunteer educator for the Alzheimer’s Association, she brings her experience as a caregiver for her dad, who was diagnosed with Lewy body dementia. She published her first book, “Dancing With Lewy: A Father Daughter Dance Before and After Lewy Body Dementia Came to Live With Us”, narrating their experience. Her second book, “Remarkable Caregiving: The Care of Family and Friends” will be released in November 2021. “Remarkable Caregiving” is a collection of true stories from six caregivers thrust into unplanned circumstances as they emerge wiser and more resilient.

Nancy issues a monthly newsletter, “Caring for the Caregiver”, blogs about caregiving, and communicates to caregivers in social media and in person. She is looking forward to more group presentations as her business contacts grow, and COVID-19 subsides. A life-long resident of the Twin Cities in Minnesota, Nancy and her husband John raised two sons and continue to contribute to their communities.

Professionally Nancy is a Contracts and Compliance Manager where she utilizes her writing and negotiation skills to support the mission of a non-profit corporation. She is a trainer and mentor, both professionally, and in a volunteer capacity.

In today’s episode, Nancy will talk about her work of connecting caregivers to resources, teaching them how they can better the lives of their loved ones, as well as themselves.

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As my parents aged, they became more fragile and so we were balancing taking care of my parents, while working, travelling and raising our teenage son. [3:16]
I learned that it's really hard to be your full potential at work when you're also trying to balance all these other things. [4:36]
A lot of us don't plan for our parents aging and becoming fragile but it's really something that if we can think about ahead of time, it can help us get through those days. [4:48]
We tend as human beings to go into denial and don't want to think about our parents aging and getting fragile. [5:44]
One of my main goals is to educate future caregivers to help people face the reality that if we all live long enough, we will probably become medically fragile and therefore need to plan for it. [6:32]
I tried to provide a place in my website where I have resources for caregivers where seniors can get help to keep them safe, and to keep them functioning in those homes. [10:35]
Once my mom passed away, my dad couldn't live on his own so we moved him to a senior apartment building that had services you could buy up. [11:46]
People shouldn't feel guilty because you just have to deal with life too and also be your best at work. [12:26]
Commercial break. [13:00]
I think it's so important to be a functioning member of the community and fortunately, the work places have gotten more flexible, especially since COVID. [15:44]
If we can take care of our health and our well being, while we're taking care of our loved ones, it's just going to benefit everybody and us especially. [17:19]
There's not enough assisted living opportunities or nursing homes that take care of people, and it's hard to get some new nursing home unless you're willing to pay. [18:50]
One of the most important things I emphasize, is to get your legal paperwork in order to prevent a lot of heartache in case of anything. [19:07]
I have lots of links for caregiving resources and accounts of very practical things to do in different situations. [23:02]
One really exciting thing I have today is for the first 10 people who send me an email, I will send them a free copy an E copy of Dancing With Louie. [23:35]
Break yourself out of the denial mode and search for resources ahead of time if your parents or grandparents are starting to get frail. [25:02]
Try to plan ahead and to find resources s well as getting your legal paperwork in order. [25:33]
Take care of yourself, because that's the only way you're going to be able to take care of your loved ones, and you have to have a life after they pass away. [26:07]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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“You can see things differently depending on how you interpret things and that influences how you respond to it.” Anita Bentata

The link between healing of trauma and neuroscience is something that has received considerable attention in practice. Our guest today, Anita Bentata, has spent most of her time researching and learning about trauma and the healing process in an effort to help people overcome their past and embody a better self.

Anita Bentata is a psychotherapist, author, online group facilitator, thought leader and speaker, specializing in trauma, abuse, stress, relationships and love. Anita is based in Melbourne, Australia and is the recipient of multi-international awards and national recognition for her approach and program for women impacted by trauma, isolation and abuse. Anita has spoken at conferences about her model and theories, as well as participated in numerous interviews and being involved as a consultant and primary interviewee for a documentary about domestic violence.

Anita’s focus is showing people they can feel free, resilient and resourced, in mind and body; no matter their past, or any current situation. So, people can embody wellbeing, healthy life energy and clarity in life choices, as opposed to passivity, repetition or reactions. After nearly 3 decades in the field, including 4 years of specialist training in trauma and defense systems, Anita came to realize why people get stuck in trauma or therapy for longer than is needed. This vital framework forms The Essentials Method™, based on neuroscience and the best of whole brain body Western and Eastern science and psychology; along with countless hours spent with clients. Combined, this led Anita to realize what was missing in personal and community life skill development, and within the field of psychology. This awareness of what was missing in the field and necessary for complete trauma resolution, and to face anything in life as well as to move forward free from the past, was also informed by the personal work Anita undertook prior to her qualification.

It was her journey as a client which led Anita to change careers from accounts and book-keeping, and into psychotherapy. Undertaking therapy to resolve trauma from a childhood of abuse and neglect, and from later escaping domestic violence with her two young children. Client journeys, parenting her children through trauma, and two significant life events led Anita to understand more of what is needed to fully resolve the unbearable and the uncomfortable.

Anita created the Living in Flow online, live, group or 1:1 program consisting of a series of modules to skill people to live life from The Essentials Method™. People are not taught now to take advantage of the brilliance of the brain and body and instead are held captive by old, learnt styles of coping. Coping methods which didn’t develop, along with other life skills, has meant people tend to know what they don’t want, and what they do want, but not know how to transition from the old to the new. People end up in with limited beliefs, behaviors and habits and perceive this is ‘normal’ not realizing what could be named as ‘normal’ and possible for healthy and vibrant living and relationships. Anita’s values are joy, ease and growth. This creates a life of love, flow and creativity.

Anita believes we’re all creators and life is about creative living, and when we don’t have access to the our whole brain and body we do keep creating, but we’re re-creating old patterns and worries, going over the past, maintaining, coping or managing through the use of any skills, including wonderful trauma techniques which of their own still do not provide the full map to move on in life and can end up deepening the connections to the past when there is not enough understanding about how the brain works and what it needs from us.

In today’s episode, Anita will discuss more about listening to their emotions and feelings rather than entirely depending on reason in healing trauma. She will also highlight on the importance of working in groups when going through the healing process.

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Social media handles:

https://www.facebook.com/thewolfinasuit

https://www.facebook.com/targetingabetterwayinrelationships

https://facebook.com/groups/BigHeartedWomenCommunity/

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https://www.twitter.com/anitabentata

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https://www.anitabentata.com

https://anita-bentata.teachable.com

I've been working in the field 26 years and it's taken me on a huge journey that's highly influenced my personal life. [3:26]
I used to work in bookkeeping and accounts and I changed careers and became a therapist and did specialist studies on trauma and understanding what happens. [3:36]
I came to this work through my own personal journey and I went into therapy to make sure I didn't get into more abuse because I grew up with abuse and trauma. [4:46]
My passion is about assisting people to activate the brain and the body out of the trauma response, to be able to listen and to take action. [5:27]
My personal life experiences have given me such a gift of understanding my own journey by questioning things from a personal perspective and resonate as well as connect with my clients. [6:00]
After working many years, I started noticing patterns with people and I started creating my own theories because I felt like there wasn't adequate answers. [6:29]
My organization is all about being able to tap into the whole self, and into our life energy, to be able to make better decisions and to have greater emotional muscle to go beyond the repeat. [7:55]
I show people in my neuroscience backed program, how to have fresh thoughts and be mobilized into action that's aligned with our feelings and our thoughts so that there isn't an internal conflict. [8:38]
I'm really passionate about is teaching people about our brilliant brain, because there's nothing faulty from my perspective ever going on in our brain. [10:44]
Often people don't realize that it's feelings that changes neural pathways and so we need to find a way to be able to take care of the feeling. [11:02]
Along the way, I've discovered how people miss label things and I've created a neuroscience way of how we talk to ourselves based on how we talk to ourselves. [14:05]
The more we know how to use our own brain, the more then we can fire and wire because feelings is what activates the wiring together. [14:33]
I also found that people keep looping to what the brain does most recently and most frequently, not necessarily because of the trauma that's happened. [15:55]
People often don't have the skills on how to move forward in a genuine way that's not through willpower and not through positive thinking. [17:06]
It is a powerful thing to be able to label things so that our environment doesn't define how we are. [19:14]
You can see things differently depending on how you interpret things and that influences how you respond to it. [20:16]
Commercial break. [20:38]
The most important thing is to be able to tell yourself that there are more possibilities of how I can perceive what's going on or be able to talk to somebody that I feel like can connect with where I'm at. [23:13
Most traumas happen in relationship to people and so we get stuck more on a social or an interpersonal level. [23:51]
The most important thing is to be able to know there's always a new way of addressing something that we don't know about. [24:02]
From my perspective based on my experience, we notice things because we're conscious and we end up hooking into them and retelling the same story which loops us into those neural pathways. [25:40]
It is about how to find a way to not get hooked into those old patterns and those old stories so that our system can move on. [26:02]
We can start putting out energy and focus into firing and wiring the new map otherwise, we just keep re looping. [26:15]
A lot of my work is actually helping people to label and talk to themselves through the transition, and how to engineer things so that it gets in that optimal generative way. [28:13]
I also help people to trust the inner reality, and stop trusting the outer reality because the outer reality is just a momentum of what's been happening of the past. [28:27]
One of the most important things is, what you focus on is what keeps deepening in your system. [31:06]
It is about taking that step for ourselves and experimenting to find out whether it feels better. [31:58]
Just keep trying and following what feels better because if you keep following through the day, instead of following what you think you should be doing, everything will keep getting easier. [32:11]
Often, I find that people can create a faster change quicker when they do it in a group because they're motivated and inspired. [33:09]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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“Most of us can't choose how we're going to die but we can choose our choices then within that we can prepare for them.” Louise J. Crooks

Loss is an integral part of the existence of humanity. By understanding and acknowledging this fact, we get to have a different perception and attitude to towards grieving. Victoria Lichtman and Louise J. Crooks believe that no one deserves to die alone. They have taken the path of supporting people facing death and loss with an aim of easing their experience. They do this by creating an environment that enables sharing of the experiences of death and bereavement.

When Victoria developed a ceremony for her beloved friend that was passing…gathering all who loved him to pave his path with love while he left this world, something magical happened. People gathered from around the world on an online platform. It was an amazing experience...humbling in its beauty and an honour to be present to. Her close friend, fellow healer and marketing guru, Louise, was deeply touched and together they decided they should do this for others.

Suddenly, all Victoria’s life’s work pulled together and End of Life Ceremonies was created. Victoria has always deeply understood there are only three things we can share with people in this world; their birth, their life and all that happens in it, and their death. To her, all are sacred. She has had the privilege and honour to be with people that are entering transition, both with those passing and with the loved ones left behind.

According to Victoria, these are the moments when the pretences of life are left behind and only truth is left…the desire for identifying and delving into our spiritual beliefs, facing our emotions, asking how to let go and experiencing the truth of love and true forgiveness…which is where true healing lies. Connecting with others on such a deep level brings Victoria great joy and fulfillment and the craving to do so has been a driving force in her lifelong work in her private practice, her public speaking and her dynamic workshops on emotional awareness, forgiveness, spirituality and healing.

Victoria teaches how to feel emotion and live life to its fullest no matter what events are happening in their lives. With the gift of being able to create a safe and sacred space, she helps others on their healing path emotionally, physically and spiritually. She has been a force in the human potential movement and healing arts for more than 40 years. She is a Senior Practitioner and Presenter for the global organization, The Journey, a transformational cellular level healing modality. She has an MPS in Counseling, 2ce certified in Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP), is an International certified Life Coach, a Conscious Leadership Coach and international speaker.

For Louise Crooks, after experiencing the transitioning ceremony Victoria held for their friend, she was deeply moved. So much so, the next day they decided wholeheartedly that they needed to do this for people in a bigger way - they knew it was so needed. That was the beginning of End of Life Ceremonies. Louise and Victoria met over a decade ago through an organization called The Journey. Having learnt ways to hold space for those in need, this felt like the perfect next step.

Louise had been thinking about death and what it meant, especially during the Covid pandemic. So many people were dying alone. This was one of her greatest fears - dying alone. Her concern previously had been that she had no children - so who was going to look after her, and be at her bedside when the time came. Seeing how people transitioning could be held with love through the ceremony Victoria performed for their friend, was the spark that lit this fire. And after being at the bedside of two family members - and seeing the life spark leave their body, Louise knew that that spark couldn’t just disappear, and has a long-held belief since then that our loved ones are still with us beyond death.

Holding the space for the passing not just while they are here but into the beyond is something she believes is important - our love ‘paves the path home’. Louise Crooks has been a holistic marketing and visibility coach for the healing and coaching community for the past 15 years. She’s been on a lifelong healing journey herself and knows the importance of healing work in the world - driving the passion she has for serving her clients through her foundational marketing work and in turn helping more people heal. Her extensive marketing experience in this community lends itself well to End of Life Ceremonies and she is not only a co-founder but the Marketing Director too.

Ultimately Louise is here in this life to serve, to heal, and to be here for those going through the struggles of life and help them grow and feel supported - even in death. Louise has an Arts Degree, is a fully qualified Life Coach (ICF recognized) and Business Coach, and has immersed herself in programs such as The Journey, The Enneagram, Access Consciousness and Human Design.

In this episode, our guests will talk about the birth of their business and the importance of being present in all the events that happen in our lives. They will also discuss on why seeking support is important when experiencing loss.

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Links:

Facebook group: http://fb.me/groups/endoflifeconversations

Facebook page: http://fb.me/pavethepathhome

Website: www.endoflifeceremonies.com

(Offering) Grief Meditation webpage: www.healingthroughlossmeditation.com

I've been an entrepreneur for my whole working life and for years when someone passes on, I would take my crystal singing bowl and I would play it and sing their soul home. [3:09]
I told what I did to a friend who was such a beautiful teacher and healer and he said he wanted this for himself. [3:36]
At his passing time, people from around the world gathered and it was so engrossing where we gave him final wishes. [4:00]
I've done this for years and years and I've studied death and dying my whole life and what happens to us when we die and our belief systems. [4:40]
This was a turning point for me being able to start this and Louise called me the next day because she also loved Bodhi dearly. [
She suggested the we bring this to the world together and that's how this [5:27]
I've always known that there's only three times we can be present for another and I had been present in every one of them; birth, life and all that happens in it, and death. [5:45]
It's the moments we truly come together that we witness and connect and when we do the important transitions in our lives when present they all become sacred. [6:02]
It's such an honor for us to be able to hold the space for people going through this experience. [6:45]
So many people reached out to us sharing how wowed over they were by the experience and how deeply they felt it. [6:58]
Death happens, but in many cultures, this is avoided and it is rarely a shared experience and so we don't really give death, the same recognition and importance as other life events. [7:18]
Whether it's us in the dying process or it is the people that we're leaving behind, it's all an emotional experience, and most of the time, we suppress and try to block it [7:57]
This is an opportunity for us to really embrace the dying process and, and recognize the beauty in it. [8:11]
We have made this so that it is available for adults and children. [10:38]
It's recognizing that live spark has to energetically go somewhere and from that point of view, we really do feel that we want to sing souls home, even beyond death. [11:55]
We have three ceremonies that we do, and one of them is after they die to pave that path for them even beyond death. [12:10]
Part of what we're doing, not only with the ceremonies, but with the work that we do with individuals and in groups is to help them to let go and to have peace with the whole process. [13:02]
We were about giving people choice in how they die, and giving their loved one’s choice in how they support their loved ones. [15:45]
Most of us can't choose how we're going to die but we can choose our choices then within that we can prepare for them. [16:06]
Commercial break. [17:11]
We have the celebration of life ceremony, pave the path home ceremony and the end-of-life ceremony. [15:58]
The celebration of life ceremony before you go is about being able to connect with all your loved ones and not leave without saying goodbye. [19:22]
The pave the path home ceremony is done to support you through the experience of leaving this physical plane. [19:49]
The end of life ceremony happens after you pass and is for your loved ones to offer comfort and give you wings of love and prayer as your soul transitions on to the next plane. [20:47]
Our mission is we don't want anybody to have to be alone but to leave knowing that there are loved ones paving the path. [22:57]
I am not scared of death or what happens after death but I'm scared of dying alone which is so what happened with COVID. [23:42]
This brought up some beautiful opportunities for some beautiful ways of thinking and created for us an opportunity to do a phenomenal grief meditation. [24:09]
There are so many people that are scared of dying alone go and are asking if they can buy one of these ceremonies. [25:16]
It is our mission that we grow this business and get this out there to the world and get more people involved. [25:44]
The bereavement is part of the deeper work we do and it's about helping people to move through that grief as well and heal. [26:53]
There's so much that can be supported through this experience and we do all of that through one on one work and through our bereavement groups. [29:01]
One of the biggest things that we work with is emotion and to feel emotion in a healthy way. [30:51]
Don’t let grief to ruin your life as it hinders you from living a full life. You are not dishonoring your loved one by allowing yourself to let go. [31:00]
Vicki does a beautiful meditation helping people through that process in this grief meditation. [33:36]
No matter what is happening, be totally present in the here and now and don't miss one moment of what's happening in your life. [35:52]
Be honest about what's really in your heart, and be who you are for you are so precious. [36:08]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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“It's up to us to fully self-actualize, and one of the greatest ways to do that is to be engaged in social justice action.” Dr. Marcia Ledford

Now more than ever, a wider and deeper understanding of the church’s role in social and political life is needed. Many church leaders continue to work towards providing important platforms from which people can deal with political, social and economic matters, as well as the relations between the state and wider society. Our guest today, Rev. Dr. Marcia Ledford, has been working towards greater social justice by empowering people to act on social injustices faced by different groups.

The Rev. Dr. Marcia Ledford’s ministry is in Southwest Detroit’s Latinx population—an international port with an aggressive regional ICE director. Dr. Ledford is a civil rights attorney representing society’s most marginalized. An Episcopal priest, she holds a Master of Divinity from the Church Divinity School of the Pacific. She earned her Doctor of Ministry in political theology from Pacific School of Religion.

Dr. Ledford founded Political Theology Matters, LLC, to help the faithful develop public theology mission and broadcast messaging for greater social justice. She is trained for community organizing through the Industrial Areas Foundation and volunteers with Michigan United. PTM is a for profit company but is also an altruistic or philanthropic enterprise.

Dr. Ledford want to inspire people to do good--to shock their potential for justice. She believes that she needs to make a living ethically and via positive contributions to society. Engaging in political theology, speaking faithfully in public, for social justice, represents the culmination of her life's work and experiences.

She is passionate about achieving greater social justice in American society. Her message's foundation in progressive Christian theology intersects with the US Constitution, especially the First Amendment. She brings humor, poignant stories, and inspiration in her conversations. She sparks dynamic, vital conversations about the most important issues of our time--protecting civil rights and our beloved constitution and democracy.

In today’s episode, our guest will talk about her journey towards advocating for social injustices. She will also elaborate more about spiritual resistance and what it entails.

Social media handles:

http://www.politicaltheologymatters.com/

https://www.facebook.com/politicaltheologymatters

https://linkedin/marcialedford

https://www.instagram.com/docledford

https://www.twitter.com/docledford

I write, speak, teach and preach to help people get better equipped to be faith based advocates in the public square for social justice. [3:32]
Political theology is taking your faith formation and using that as a basis for calling out injustice and demanding greater equality across our social spectrum. [3:49]
My mission came to be after my being absolutely appalled at what our archaic immigration laws are doing to Latino families in southwest Detroit. [4:43]
We want to be sure and get our demands in with respect to pathways to citizenship. [5:45]
Spanish, like the romance languages are all inflected, meaning that nouns can have a gender assigned to them. [6:51]
The practice has been adapted to start saying Latin x, which is neutral, and is intended to include everybody. [7:07]
This has been an ongoing effort to be more inclusive when terms from this inflected language are used. [7:30]
When I was coming of age in the late 70s and early 80s, I came out as a lesbian. [10:09]
I had been very involved in my church growing up and so I had a really difficult coming out process, at least, with my own personal struggle. [10:20]
I felt like I had to choose between my faith and being who I was and this is very true even today. [10:44]
I had to navigate the society as a lesbian which means that I couldn’t access some things. [11:14]
I recognize that my white privilege affords me certain benefits and give me opportunities that I wouldn't ordinarily have as a person of color. [11:56]
I still was a second class citizen in many of the fundamental ways that we regard being an American. [12:14]
Over time, I became more sensitive to the call to ministry that I had experienced from when I was a teenager. [12:32]
I wasn't seeing women and I certainly wasn't seeing lesbians up at the pulpit in the altar but I finally agreed to go do this and be ordained and asked for help from the holy spirit. [12:44]
I became ordained in the Episcopal Church, where I serve the Latin x community. [13:06]
It was a combination of my love of the gospel, and my experience as a civil rights attorney, that really fueled this mission. [13:16]
Even though I don't know exactly what it's like to be a person of color, I decided that if we didn't do anything about the ills, it wasn’t going to stop. [14:06]
I think sometimes people think that when a law is made that it's carved into stone. [15:35]
Our Congress has the power to change those laws, and if they won't change them, then we need to put people in there who will. [16:27]
The fact that all these voter suppression bills are pending throughout the country is an indicator that elected people know that they are in danger of being voted out for not doing the will of the people. [17:18]
What I advocate for is the First Amendment which gives us a place to go where everybody can talk and not have to worry about slandering the crown. [19:03]
I wanted to create a place for us to work stuff out and that means that our best chance of doing that is when as many voices come together as possible to say their piece. [19:52]
By talking about it, we identify the problems and the issues, and we try to work out a solution that serves the majority of the people. [20:12]
Once people realize that they can do it, then we have to instill confidence and provide tools and resources to get people basically off their doffs and go advocate for justice. [20:47]
Commercial break. [21:17]
The immigration issues affect our country on a national basis and so if immigration is something that you want to work on, you certainly can. [23:32]
I really believe in what's called the spirituality of resistance. [23:48]
Things bother us, but we feel like they are such big complex problems and I don't really know what to do about it. [24:01]
We're all human beings and have a human connection to one another and therefore we got to have everybody. [24:29]
The spirituality of resistance involves two things which are digging deep into yourself to determine what issues really bothers you, and finding a group that works on these issues to work with them. [25:23]
It is one of the most empowering things I have ever experienced in my life, which is why I work with Michigan united. [26:19]
If you feel like your representatives in the Congress are not doing what you want them to do, then you need to be in touch. [28:09]
There's lots of ways to be involved even if you're super busy and feels overwhelming. [29:14]
One of the mottos I try to live by is we don't get a dress rehearsal and it's up to us to fully self-actualize, and one of the greatest ways to do that is to be engaged in social justice action. [30:27]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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“It is important to listen as well as give your opinion on things because it's important both ways.” Lisa Zanville

Effective community work requires bringing together the expertise and skills of different people to focus towards common goals. This collaboration is important for community outreach and engagement. Our guest today, Lisa Zanville has been working with various organizations that focus on community service and says that much more is achieved when there are organized efforts towards helping the community.

Lissa Mozur Zanville has more than 30 years of experience in the non-profit, public, and private sectors, including government affairs, media relations, crisis management, community relations, strategic planning, spokesperson training, and stakeholder management. A graduate of UCLA, Zanville worked for the Democratic National Committee in Washington, D.C., the California Democratic Party, the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office, the California State Assembly, and Pacific Bell (now AT&T) where she was Director of Media Relations and primary spokesperson.

Lissa started LMZ Communications in 1990. The company provided spokesperson training to corporate, sports, entertainment, and political clients such as Toyota, Microsoft, City of Los Angeles, Knott’s Berry Farm, IBM, Claritin, Ultimate Fighting Championship, and the United States Equestrian Federation. Immediately before joining Los Angeles Trial Lawyers’ Charities in 2016, Zanville was with the PHASE ONE Foundation, a non-profit that supports early cancer research and clinical trials. For nine years she has served as the sole staff and Executive Director of this $16 million foundation. Zanville lives in Los Angeles with her husband Stuart.

In today’s episode, Lissa will be telling us about Los Angeles Trial Lawyers Charities and the different ways in which they give back to the community.

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Contacts:

Website: https://www.latlc.org

We started about 15 years ago and it was started by a small group of plaintiff attorneys who felt together they could do so much more than they were as individuals. [3:22]
We supported organizations that were in Los Angeles, and there were a few volunteer projects and over the years, it has developed into a large group, making a difference. [4:25]
We believe in helping the community in five areas which are children, education, survivors of abuse, persons with disabilities, and homelessness. [4:43]
The first way we help is that we raise money, and over the years, we've given over $5 million in both grants, goods, and gifts to the community. [4:59]
We also do it in volunteer projects where we've done over 6000 volunteer hours working in projects that make a difference. [5:58]
We also have signature events where we give out all kinds of things to make individual families a little better by making a difference for them. [6:31]
We also have the great trike giveaway where we give out adaptive tricycles to children with disabilities. [7:21]
We also started something called the day of dignity for the homeless where we provide them services that they want to feel the kind of love and dignity that we want them to feel. [8:05]
Some of our favourite volunteer projects are the ones where we talk to and deal with people. [10:24]
During the pandemic, we decided to do a St. Patrick's Day zoom event where we had interaction and felt face to face with people. [10:33]
In every community, some organizations try to make a change. [14:42]
Commercial Break. [16:05]
Our event has evolved because we try to identify the individual needs by listening as well as projecting what we think people want so that we could make things happen. [18:15]
It is important to listen as well as give your opinion on things because it's important both ways. [22:08]
We want to help other plaintiffs, attorneys and local organizations mixed where they'll be able to help their local charities. [23:09]
We've learned in the last year and a half that we all have to pivot, think outside the box and do what needs to be done to help the [25:03]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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“What we restore restores us, what we revitalize revitalizes us.” Storm Cunningham

For communities to remain stable and thrive, effort needs to be directed towards strengthening and diversifying the existing elements. However, most communities struggle with community development projects due to a lack of understanding of and failure to integrate processes in their implementation. Our guest today, Storm Cunningham has decades of experience working in community development initiatives across the world and reiterates the importance of creating processes that guide these initiatives as well as having people who can facilitate the processes.

Based in Washington DC for the past 30 years, Storm primarily focuses on the three areas which include Community renewal, nature restoration and climate resilience. He is also an author of three books his latest release being ‘Reconomics,’ and does inspirational talks and how-to workshops for non-profits & governments worldwide.

A former Green Beret, his hard-hitting, humorous, silo-busting talks can focus on multiple areas including water, housing, job growth, energy, transportation, agriculture, natural resources, downtowns, brownfields, heritage, climate, social justice or education.

In today’s episode, Storm will talk about what makes sustainable communities especially the initiatives that ensure resilience and revitalization. He will also highlight the principles that ensure the minimum viable process when carrying out community initiatives.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/restorm

https://twitter.com/restorm

https://www.facebook.com/storm.cunningham

https://www.patreon.com/stormcunningham

https://stormcunningham.com/

One thing I've learned is that most communities need to be shocked big time everywhere you go. [3:32]
Communities have revitalization and resilience initiatives underway but hardly anybody is accomplishing anywhere near what they're hoping to accomplish. [3:46]
One of the most common reasons is that most communities suffer from perpetual planning syndrome. [4:41]
Some communities have dedicated leaders who are honestly trying to revitalize or become more resilient but don't know how since they've gotten no training in this. [6:18]
They're no real degrees and how to revitalize but you can more reliably manage emergent complexities if you have an actual process. [6:32]
The world knows you need a process to reliably produce anything but the people who run communities don't seem to know that. [7:10]
The focus of my most recent book, ‘Reconomics,’ is that process. [7:24]
I've spent the last 20 years tracking down exactly what is the minimum viable process that needs to be in place in a community to reliably produce revitalization or resilience? [7:29]
Most places are good at projects and most do succeed but the trouble is the projects don't produce revitalization. [9:03]
Projects are the last step of the revitalization process where before you get to that kind of action, you need to lay the groundwork to make sure that the momentum from each successful project is captured. [9:42]
The end goal that you're shooting for at least amongst their goals is increasing the confidence in their future. [10:01]
By not increasing the confidence in the future of a place, you're going to continue losing residents, employers and investors, and you're not going to be attracting new ones. [10:22]
You need to have an ongoing program because revitalization and regeneration is something that needs to be happening every moment of every day. [10:36]
As I describe in Reconomics, the home for this ongoing program should not be a government agency, it should not be subject to the vicissitudes of changes of administration. [11:57]
Some projects do this is a strategy, I call the three re strategy, which is repurpose, renew, reconnect and when that's put into effect, real magic can happen. [16:02]
If a project is big enough, ambitious enough, and uses the right strategy, it can revitalize, but the best thing is to have a complete process. [16:17]
Commercial break. [20:32]
The easiest way to overcome the credibility factor in terms of can we revitalize is to tell stories and showing communities that had similar problems who overcame them. [22:45]
Two sources for the credibility problem include genuine skepticism arising from false promises and failed projects and people seeing revitalization as a mystery that probably cannot be successfully engineered. [23:03]
Our focus at economics Institute economics.org is on certifying revitalization and resilience facilitators. [24:31]
The first step to help communities create these processes is having somebody who knows what the process i. [24:52]
The facilitators basically can take a look at what the community is currently doing and do a gap analysis and fill in until they get that minimum viable process, which just has six parts. [25:14]
The six elements make the minimum viable process so you can add to it but can't take away as this is the minimum that's necessary to have a reliable process to produce revitalization and resilience. [25:54]
The first job of that ongoing program is to create a shared vision of the future. [26:16]
The next step is to have a strategy to overcome the primary obstacles to achieving that vision. [26:26]
The next is taking a look at the policies and find out what policies are going to get in the way of achieving that strategy and vision. [26:46]
The fourth step is going ahead and putting together some partnerships. [27:01]
The last step is using the resources that the partnerships bring to the table to do the actual projects. [27:08]
It's not enough just to have a program vision strategy, policies, partnerships and projects, each one of them has to be regenerative to produce revitalization and resilience
Both revitalization and resilience are based on repurposing, renewing and reconnecting and are natural and built-in socio-economic environments.
By combining them, now, you've got the short term benefits of revitalization with the long term benefits of resilience, which helps fund and build public support for both of them.
This doesn't have to be done as a profession, we've got people who are becoming certified revitalization resilience facilitators because they want to be more effective volunteers.
What we restore restores us, what we revitalize revitalizes us.

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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“Stop making goals and instead have a vision for your life because goals are future based which stops us from living in the present moment.” Hina Siddiqui

Learning to consciously live in the present will allow you to not only apply the lessons and knowledge from your past but also give you the space to bring into perspective your vision for the future. This means that you will be able to recognize what makes you happy and fulfilled and focus on making it a part of your daily life. According to our guest today, Hina Siddiqui, being present in the moment helps people to truly appreciate little but important things that often go unnoticed.

Hina Siddiqui, is an Indian woman with wings and is the author of Five Non-fiction Books, including Road To Riches Of Life; https://amzn.to/3kvoB04. Design A Career you Love and Secrets of the 6 Figure Employee with Zero Stress; https://amzn.to/3kwmWaE. If there’s one thing she can change in the world, it would be how working professionals live and do their jobs. No surprise, she keeps on learning, creating and refining the transformation strategies that people can instantly use for gorgeous and quick results.

Hina teaches and writes about creating a life vision, and personal mastery to achieve that. She is a lover of yoga, guitars, trees, wind and the food that her mom cooks. When she’s not working on her passion projects, Hina spends her time reading, taking solo trips, chitchatting with strangers, and cooking for her favourite kids -her niece and nephew.

In today’s episode, Hina will discuss the importance of living in the present moment and the work she does to help people settle in careers that are aligned with their personalities.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/authorhina/

https://twitter.com/hina_2016

https://www.facebook.com/authorhina

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https://www.pinterest.com.au/author_hina/

https://medium.com/@authorhina

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/15203992.Hina_Siddiqui

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My journey started when I wrote my first book which was published in 2016 and it was the road to riches of life. [2:45]
Before that, I was in the corporate sector working with various corporate jobs and I was also struggling like most people who are incorporate. [2:55]
I had some natural talents that I had forgotten about that I call the side effects of growing up. [3:13]
Luckily, I have been one of those fortunate few people who figure out that we are sent into this world for a specific purpose. [3:43]
In my childhood days, it was mostly writing short stories for kids and coaching them in my imperfect ways. [4:12]
After a long time, I remembered that this is what I wanted to do when I was a child and started paying attention to it. [4:40]
I learned some perfect ways where I did my certification courses and did my lots of lots of study around being a life coach. [5:02]
I have written five books and my latest book is Secrets of the Six Figure Employees with zero stress where I have mentioned a lot about my experiences of working with corporate houses. [5:20]
My mission is to help people incorporate who feel stuck in their jobs and don't feel [5:43]
I come in to picture and help them to choose a job, which goes with their personality and one that resonates with them. [6:11]
Most of the people who have approached me are usually confused and don't know what to do. [8:04]
I always say that there's not a single ideal job that is ideal but there is a perfect one for you. [8:42]
Switching a career is difficult for people but like me, I always tell them to trust that everything is going to fall into place if they follow their passion and heart. [9:54]
Being in the moment helps a lot because most of the problems are created in minds. [11:59]
By thinking about what's going on currently and doing the best in that present moment, things automatically get solved. [12:36]
Commercial break. [12:55]
It's very important to be present at the moment and definitely when we are ourselves. We are better equipped to help you People and help our communities to show up their potential. [14:50]
I believe everyone has limitless potential and no matter what position a person has reached there's still something more that they can do. [15:04]
I believe it is the responsibility of every single person in the community to reach the best version of themselves. [16:25]
We don't have control over the world and cannot change the people around but when we change ourselves, then lots of things around us change. [18:03]
Stop making goals and instead have a vision for your life because goals are the future based which stops us from living in the present moment. [19:30]
Make systems of achieving it and start living that vision just right away because there are lots of things that we can do. [19:55]
It is very important to live in the present moment as it makes life way easier because I'm not getting attached to the results. [20:35]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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“The reason why a job is a right job is that there's a multitude of factors that come together to create some level of satisfaction.” Benjamin Ritter

One of the most recognized and effective ways to giving back to society is providing mentorship. It is an important development and learning experience that enhances the lives of people both professionally and personally. Our guest today, Benjamin Ritter, has been providing career mentorship at different levels and capacities and says that it is about encouraging people to find roles that bring satisfaction and fulfilment.

Dr. Benjamin Ritter, is a leadership and career coach, values geek, regional learning manager for YPO, national speaker, podcaster, author, mentor, and passionate about guiding others in finding, creating, and sustaining a career they love. With over 10 years of experience coaching and a background in organizational leadership and learning theory, Ben understands how to navigate any career path you decide you want to travel.

Since launching his coaching practice he has guided hundreds of professionals toward creating the career they love and has impacted thousands through his events and media content. From empowering young professionals to get unstuck, to guiding senior leadership on how to stand out from the competition and develop executive presence, Ben is an expert in his field and will guide you toward truly living for yourself at work and in life. Ben received his Doctorate in Organizational Leadership with a focus on value congruence and job satisfaction and earned an MBA in entrepreneurial management and an MPH in health policy administration.

In today’s episode, our guest will talk to us about ways in which we can find fulfilment in our careers. He will also touch on how he gives back to society and the best way to get into offering service in the community.

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Social media Handles:

https://instagram.com/ritterbenj

https://linkedin.com/in/ritterbenj

https://youtube.com/c/benjaminritter

I work with senior leaders on discovering what that career is, something they can say that they love. [4:21]
I also work with organizations to help them create an environment that people can feel that way in because I believe in personal accountability and empowerment when it comes to your career. [4:33]
Most of the time organizations are not built in a way where people can come in and have a conversation with their leader that then helps them create a professional plan to create the career they love. [4:49]
People tend to hop from thing to thing, ultimately, always feeling stuck, but having about a six-month window in each job where they feel like they are in the right place. [5:00]
We are often promised the perfect job which then leads us in our decisions. [6:39]
We can shock some people's potential today, by helping them realize that your perfect job is going to change as you change and learn. [6:58]
There's the career sweet spot which is where your skills overlap with what you want to grow towards. [7:09
As you grow professionally, where you are supposed to be in your job, career, or organization is going to change. [7:31]
People used to go to work, take their paycheck and go home and there wasn’t a plethora of options or the ability to compare themselves to the rest of the world. [9:21]
Our communities used to be where we worked and who we worked with were also strong relationships. [10:09]
The environment and culture of work have changed and we don't have those immediate close relationships. [10:40]
We don't often feel like we're giving back to our community because we're working within such a small little bubble. [10:55]
It is normal to feel like you want meaningful work. [11:03]
When it comes to job satisfaction, it is just highlighting what job satisfaction is. [12:17]
The reason why a job is the right job is that there's a multitude of factors that come together to create some level of satisfaction for you. [12:26]
The big one is relationships and the other pieces the actual work that you do and whether you find your work meaningful. [12:35]
You have to somehow connect meaning to your work and feel that what you're doing is purposeful. [13:51]
If you feel like you're wasting your time, that's going to lend itself to you also feeling stuck again and less fulfilled. [13:54]
A lot of times people try to make things hard for themselves when it comes to improving their careers. [18:05
A lot of our negativity is usually just attached to the stories that we've been telling ourselves. [18:16]
Commercial break [19:48]
Your career is a combination of jobs, and job experiences and the challenge is asking whether the thing you're doing now is what you thought were going to do 10 years ago. [22:11]
It is better to get started working towards the things you're interested in, light you up and get you excited, and continuously learn what lights you up and what you enjoy. [22:29]
Where I spend a lot of my extra time is through mentorship programs in three of my past universities and three different incubators. [23:52]
When we want to give back to our communities, I would suggest that everyone take some time and look around for organizations within your community that are trying to help develop people. [24:19]
A lot of times someone just needs someone to talk to who has a little bit more experience that isn't going to judge them and will be there to help them. [24:54]
When you're talking to someone at a completely different stage of life who are looking at you for advice and you're not looking to gain anything from them, it's a beautiful space to be in. [25:53]
People do sometimes need to hear the voice in their head and reaffirm from some people that they respect and that they trust. [27:45]
Most people tend to regret decisions they have not made, not decisions that they did. [28:58]
When it comes to your career if you have an inkling that you're interested in something go get a taste of it. [29:07]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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“There's something so fulfilling about being able to help other people.” Kim Becker

Most business leaders find that helping others in whichever capacity comes as a natural extension of their responsibilities. Similarly, studies and history show that giving back and helping others has a common positive outcome for people. Our guest today, Kim Becker, is a businesswoman who found her passion in community service, and she says it is all about finding that one thing that you feel you ought to do and incorporating it into your daily routine.

Kim Becker is a motivational and inspirational speaker and an award-winning author of two books about beauty, cancer and the amazing scope of the human spirit. Kim is a dynamic communicator with an incredible story of faith, hope and service to others, and the founder of Hello Gorgeous! of HOPE, Inc., a non-profit organization that provides Red-Carpet Experiences for women battling all cancers across the United State.

Kim has been a business owner and national educator for more than 30 years. Through her many experiences in the for-profit and non-profit business worlds, Kim has become a businesswoman, fundraiser, event planner, educator, public speaker, author and the face of Hello Gorgeous! Kim received the Mom`s Choice Award for her first book, “Hello Gorgeous!: A Journey of Faith, Love and Hope”. Kim received the 2011 Spirit of Women Award, an American Cancer Society 2014 Coaches Versus Cancer Inspirational Award, she received the prestigious George H. W. Bush, Points of Light award in 2015 and in 2019 Kim received the Shero Award from Zeta Phi Beta Society.

In today’s episode, Kim will talk about her journey that led to the birth of Hello Gorgeous! and the impact it is making in the community.

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https://www.facebook.com/HelloGorgeousIN/?ref=pages_you_manage

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/kibecker/

I am a hairdresser and owned a salon and my late husband had a degree in pre-Columbian archaeology from Purdue University. [4:25]
In the beginning, I was a hairdresser and my dream was always to open a salon. [4:38]
When we started talking about opening a salon, my husband suggested that call the salon ‘Hello gorgeous,’ and I said that's the stupidest thing I've ever heard. [4:45]
We opened a salon and owned it for 10 years and did not call it ‘Hello gorgeous’ but ‘Cheveu,’ which meant hair in French. [5:07]
The whole time that I own the salon, I always felt that there was just something that was missing. [5:13]
I remodeled the salon and we grew from one station to seven stations and outgrew from 1000 square feet and went to 3000 square feet with 17 stylists and massage therapists and receptionists. [5:33]
That still didn't fulfil that emptiness I was feeling and I thought what maybe I needed was to work on myself. [5:45]
I started training at all these places and there was still this emptiness that I was feeling. [5:51]
Mike and I had the conversations about something more we should be doing and one day all of a sudden it felt in my heart. [6:02]
We needed to have a mobile Day Spa that caters to cancer patients to treat them during a time where they don't feel very special. [6:23]
I pitched this idea to him about this beautiful mobile Day Spa and that we were going to it for free and suggested to call it ‘Hello gorgeous.’ [6:58]
Part of the program that we do is in-person makeovers and considering that most women are often selfless, we try to make sure that we surprise them. [10:20]
It is usually a nomination process where each of the women is nominated by family and friends and then we show up unannounced and give a head to toe makeover. [10:55]
I never promise to make them look like Miss America, but I try to make her look normal and so that they can participate in your everyday life [12:04]
We've been doing this almost 16 years and so I don't know whether I ever realize the impact and the ripple effect. [12:44]
When she's smiling, everybody else smiles around her and so it's not just her that we help. It's all the other people that surround her. [13:05]
I've had to change my verbiage to how can I support you because when you ask a different question, you elicit a different response. [14:38]
Commercial break. [16:46]
There is a ripple effect as far as the work that we do with the women. [19:07]
I worked with a life coach for a really long time and she always talks about your areas of genius and that I can't be good at everything but I can be good at some things. [19:20]
There are things that other people are really good at that I'm not good at but I can use those talents and their time to help me further my mission. [19:29]
I've had to kind of narrow down to my areas of genius and had people come forward and help because they want to be a part of something bigger than themselves. [19:37]
One of the things that we do is we have a salon affiliate program where I found salon owners to train them to create the ‘Hello Gorgeous’ experience. [20:06]
I like to tell business owners and business people that one of the things that they should do is team up with nonprofits. [21:12]
I did find that as soon as we open the salon affiliates across the United States, that's what made them stand out in their community. [21:54]
If you could do anything in the whole wide world that you wanted to do, and you didn't have to get paid to do it, what would it be? [22:38]
Find out what that is and if you're not doing it in your daily work, find out what would feed that in you and find a nonprofit that's already doing that and go help them. [22:45]
There's something so fulfilling about being able to help other people. [24:25]
If you have a something that you feel like you're supposed to be doing, even if you don't feel like you're qualified to do it, go ahead and do it. [24:32]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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“The loss of a parent or sibling is the number one biggest derailer of development in young people. “Stacey Sassine

Bereavement is a difficult part of life and for young people, it may cause significant disruption of their lives. Considering their limited knowledge and life experience, young people often find it difficult to understand grief and loss situations. This means that they need professional assistance to support them during this process. Our guest today, Stacy Sassine, finds purpose in working with young people who have encountered loss to keep them on track.

Stacey Sassine, Certified Grief Coach and founder of Epic Reboot, understand the depths of grief and loss and has created a safe space to allow those navigating their grief journey to unplug, reset, recharge, and reboot. Stacey’s programs are built upon its signature framework to help individuals not just navigate grief but transform through the process. This framework was the foundation for Stacey’s personal growth and has proven to be life-changing for others who utilize it as well.

When you invite Stacey on your grief journey, she will customize her three steps to meet your needs right where you are. By supporting you in changing your mindset and habits, she guides you to heal your body, mind, and soul allowing you the freedom to live a beautiful, more fulfilling life. Grief doesn’t have to hold you back; it can be a catalyst to help you see life in new and more purposeful ways.

Stacey is also the Founder and President of One Million Monarchs, a nonprofit organization that supports the complex needs of bereaved teens who are grieving the death of a parent, sibling or close friend. Having been a bereaved teen herself, she understands what is truly needed to support a grieving teen. Her book, “Caterpillars Can’t Talk; A Children’s Story About Love, Loss and Transformation” https://amzn.to/2XO8bHH, which was written by her mother before her death was published to assist children in their grief journey. Stacey has dedicated her life to helping others heal after a devastating loss.

In today’s episode, Stacey will discuss her journey and the events that led her to her current passion.

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https://epic-reboot.com/

https://www.onemillionmonarchs.org/

My early career centred around nonprofit leadership until I had a friend who was in sales who showed me her paycheck. [4:02]
It prompted me to get into sales because I wanted an income like that, which led to sales leadership. [4:18]
I spent the last 20 years of my life leading sales teams for large corporations. [4:27]
In late 2019, I decided to take on a little project of having a book published that my mom wrote back in the early 80s. [4:44]
She wrote it to help a little boy who had lost his dad and it was a children's book about the transformation of a caterpillar to a butterfly. [4:54]
That story was really around what happens to us when we die and trying to help a young child understand what happened. [5:08]
My mum had tried to get the book published back in the early 80s but it wasn't as easy to get a book published at all. [5:16]
Not too long later after she had written the book, she passed away, and so I was 16 years old when she passed. [5:32]
In late 2019, the book, ‘Caterpillars Can't Talk’ was published and it's just beautiful. [5:44]
I started looking around for children's grief organizations that I could potentially talk to about this book but there weren't any in my area. [6:10]
The book prompted me to start up my nonprofit organization called 1 million monarchs. [6:49]
We support teams who are grieving the loss of a parent or sibling and then continuing to grow and morphing. [6:51]
I decided I wanted to dedicate my life to helping people who had lost a close loved one. [7:11]
I work full time now with 1 million monarchs. An epic reboot is sort of my offering to support people along their grief journey which I find fulfilling. [7:17]
The potential for a teen to derail a little bit after a loss is great and so it is critical to support them. [9:00]
The loss of a friend can have a very profound effect on a peer group in general. [10:06]
Educators need help in understanding how to support grieving children and teenagers and so working with educators is another part of my schedule. [10:40]
I've noticed that people are extremely judgmental about other people's grief and loss and if I could do one thing, it would be to help people understand that they can’t assess another person's loss. [11:31]
My mother was an artist and was fascinated by butterflies so she would paint them all the time. [12:35]
Butterflies were always a symbol to me that my mom was near. [12:47]
When I heard the statistic that there are 1.5 million bereaved children in the country today, I hoped every single one of them had that sense that their loved one is nearby. [13:02]
The loss of a parent or sibling is the number one biggest derailer of development in young people yet it's not something we think about unless it hits close to home. [14:10]
It is important that we do something about it, that we look at it as an opportunity to intervene and to help keep those kids on track. [14:50]
Commercial break. [15:08]
I think about the intervention that we're providing teenagers who are going through the hardest time in their life and the whole end game for me is to help them reach their full potential. [17:01]
My healing came when I started doing something about the grief and started addressing it and helping others with it. [19:20]
Our motto at 1 million monarchs is ‘Go through what you go through and we try to practice that and try to help others through what we've experienced ourselves. [19:58]
Our educators and our support staff at our schools are so overwhelmed because their caseloads are huge. [20:58]
To be somebody that can partner with the schools to help them support their students is important to me. [21:33]
I'm always getting feedback from the schools that they appreciate the help and being able to still support their students but not have to be as hands-on. [21:45]
I want to encourage people to volunteer and support organizations that they believe in and it will make the world a better place to live in. [23:09]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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"Be curious about learning from differences as opposed to rejecting differences." Daralyse Lyons

Creating environments that are all-inclusive goes beyond the narrow distinctions already in existence. This is because social constructs and spaces are always evolving and efforts need to focus on research, data, and continuous training to achieve desirable impacts. Daralyse Lyons has been in this space for a while and insists that it all starts from identifying and acknowledging the multiple identities that characterize an individual, then extending the same understanding to others.

Daralyse Lyons is a journalist, an actor, and an activist. She has written more than two dozen full-length books, a handful of short stories, and countless articles, performed in various plays and in improve comedy shows. She is a member of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) and a summa cum laude graduate of NYU, with a double-major in English and Religious Studies and a minor in History.

After writing an award-winning children's book (I'm Mixed!) about embracing her multiethnic heritage, Daralyse found her passion and purpose in educating others about the need to embrace all aspects of themselves. She then went on to create the Demystifying Diversity Podcast and to write the book Demystifying Diversity: Embracing Our Shared Humanity https://amzn.to/2XssIS9. She works tirelessly as a full-time DEI expert and inclusivity strategist.

In today's episode, our guest will dive deeper ,/ into the concept of diversity and how she facilitates conversations around being different and inclusivity.

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https://twitter.com/daralyselyons

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https://www.amazon.com/Daralyse

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I do a lot of work on the Demystifying Diversity Podcast, which entails interviewing people on topics about diversity, equity, and inclusion. [4:04]
I also do a lot of writing that brings stories and voices to the forefront that I think sometimes are silenced and unheard and share those stories with my audience. [4:49]
I feel like the work that I do is deeply individual. It occurs within the context of the individual and society and the various communities we're members of. [5:35]
We are all part of various communal ecosystems, and there's no way for those ecosystems to thrive without supporting the individuals to thrive in the fullness of their identity. [5:56]
One of the problems with lack of diversity is that it makes it so that we don't question the paradigms that we're operating in. [7:12]
Exposure to the fluidity of interpretation of experience has allowed more freedom for people of all genders to question their circumstances. [8:04]
The more exposure we gain to difference, the more it allows us to question real beliefs and value systems. [8:07]
So many people feel limited by certain rules and cultural norms, but sometimes it takes one person to be courageous enough to step outside the box to motivate others. [13:01]
I encourage people to create safety in your community and be willing to ask questions. [14:47]
Being an independent thinker and not just falling into the status quo is probably the greatest asset. [17:50]
Fear is a natural human response, and fear of being different and going against the grain is something that most of us will experience even while we're being different and going against the grain. [19:24]
I have a bigger sense of purpose, meaning, and connection to other people and a desire to pave the way for a better tomorrow that I'm willing to take that step. [19:42]
I would encourage people to be fearful, not fearless, because if you're courageous, the chances are you're probably operating within your same old comfort zone. [20:36]
Commercial break. [20:59]
My book amplifies stories of people who have experienced a vast array of what it is to be human,. [22:44]
Most of us have several different identities and belong to a number of different communities. This opens us up to the richness of our complex and interconnected social matrix. [24:12]
This awareness that we can belong to multiple communities and want to feel embraced in the fullness of who we are, in and of itself, can be hugely empowering for people. [25:08]
There's always something that is different between you and someone else, and there's always something that is there that is similar or overlapping. [27:25]
I would just encourage people to look at us all as these beautiful, unique human fingerprints, but all very similar at the end of the day. [27:34]
Most people have an experience of being misjudged, and it's always painful to be on the receiving end of that, yet most of us are walking around judging people all the time. [28:56]
The most meaningful human interactions I have had have been with people who think very differently than I think or have been through different experiences than me. [29:27]
I encourage people to be curious about learning from difference as opposed to rejecting difference. [31:37]
Be yourself and then also create opportunities for others to be themselves. It is not a one-day event but a daily practice. [33:17]
Find what you need to change within yourself to create that safety where you lead with listening and love; the world would be a much better place. [33:59]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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"We are all unqualified, and that is a beautiful place to be. Just keep learning and growing." Christine Soule

In the course of life, we go through different experiences that largely shape our present selves. Some of these we have control of and some we don't, yet they all prepare us for a greater purpose ahead. Our guest today, Christine Soule, has been through the most challenging moments in her life. Yet, she overcame them and now uses her experiences to provide life changing opportunities for women undergoing similar circumstances as she did in her community.

Christine Soule's parents were divorced when she was only five years old. For the remainder of her childhood, she only saw her dad a handful of times. Her mom was married four times, and she considers her to be her absolute hero. All her mum's marriages except the last were filled with adultery, abuse, neglect, and addiction. Christine has three biological siblings, of which two of her brothers were raised by her dad, whereas her sister bounced back and forth. She met another fifteen of them at her dad's funeral. Her sister ended up having an affair with her adopted father, which made her sister become her stepmom and her dad her brother-in-law. This made her begin to spiral out of control.

Christine began doing drugs and alcohol at thirteen, and by the time she was seventeen, she was pregnant with her first baby girl. Less than two years later, she had identical twin boys. While living a gay lifestyle, Christine was also a drug addict and an alcoholic being abused and trafficked. She then realized she can't live like this any longer and that her babies deserved more.

One day, Christine fell to her knees, and I cried out to God, "if you are real, take my life - it's yours!" Right then, she tangibly felt the power and presence of God, and she knew He was real. She knew He could change her life and that she needed to put her trust in Him. She ended up throwing away all of the drugs and alcohol and never had a desire, temptation or withdrawal since! She was completely set free and has never turned back since. Today, she is married to the most amazing man on planet earth, and they have five children and two grandbabies. They have followed hard after God, and as a result, feel so abundantly blessed in every way.

In today's episode, Christine will talk about her passion for helping women on the verge of being homeless and her motivation to bring out the potential of people around her.

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My parents were divorced when I was five years old, started doing drugs at the age of 10, got pregnant with my first child at 17 years, and less than two years later, I had identical twin boys. [2:49]
I hated the world, and one day at 21, I fell to my knees, cried out to God to take my life, and I so tangibly felt the power and presence of God. [3:15]
My experience set me out on this journey of figuring out who this Jesus guy is and how to survive with my three babies. [3:42]
I wrote a check to the only person I knew who went to a Christian church and is also the person I've been married to for 24 years. [4:15]
I went from extreme poverty to marrying what I believe is the most generous man in the world who allowed me to live a life of philanthropy. [4:37]
For many years, I had the opportunity to pour into people's lives working with other organizations to have an impact. [5:46]
One day I was driving down the road and encountered a homeless woman sitting on the side of the road. [6:00]
At that moment in my car, I knew that I needed to go and make an impact, and that's where providence heights began. [6:42]
There are so many amazing organizations that work with the homeless, and for us, we target to get them before they end up with all of the trauma of being homeless. [7:02]
All of us, at some point in our lives have been at the edge of the cliff and the next critical steps that we take determines whether we start to fall off that cliff. [7:54]
We are all about prevention, and when we bring them in, we offer entrepreneurial skills where we discover who they are and let them run with it. [8:40]
We are in the Red Lion Hotel in Bellevue, Washington, with 88 rooms available to us in the first year and a plan to expand to 138 rooms in the second year. [13:24]
We are focused on having a spirit of excellence in everything that we do so that when we bring our next group of ladies in, the original ones will be training the next group. [14:11]
We partner with Union gospel mission and other shelters in the area, so we're like step two for the women or preventive before they end up homeless. [15:34]
We have amazing structures where we ask that they focus on programs working on their collective or life coaching. [16:44]
Commercial break. [19:52]
We have a vision that we're going to have apartment complexes with retail space, office space, and apartment complexes for everyday people to live in and women in need. [21:51]
Everything we make at Providence heights 100% rolls right back into caring for people in need. [22:43]
The objective is to create more and more buildings to house more and more people, set them free, and launch them into their destiny. [23:06]
Amazing donors, friends, and partners that we have are how we're funding this. [24:04]
Sustainability has been a real focus from the very beginning, and it is critical, not only for us but also for the ladies. [25:53]
Believe in yourself, go for it, and go big. There's so much potential and purpose in a person's life. [28:06]
So many people get stuck in the career they started in, yet they have zero desire to do it, so start to pursue your passion and be creative. [28:14]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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“Reinforce with your kids not keeping any secrets, and push for that open communication.” Kimberly King

Children worldwide are prone to suffer insidious forms of violence, exploitation and abuse. The key to stamping out these vices lies in educating both adults and kids on prevention and management of cases when they occur. Our guest today, Kimberly King, is no coward of conversations that center around tough topics on sexual abuse in kids. She believes that having these conversations protects children and families by getting ahead of problems before they happen.

Kimberly King, “The Tough Topics Mom,” is the author of the best-selling, most highly recommended book for children on prevention called “I Said No! A kid-to-kid guide to keeping private parts private. https://amzn.to/3F1CjQE” Kimberly is a mom of three children, a survivor, a Sexual Abuse Prevention Facilitator with D2L.org, and a Sexual Assualt Crisis Counselor with The Rowan Center. She spends her time training adults and children on prevention strategies and sharing her expertise as a consultant, advisor, and media source.

Kimberly holds an M.S. in Education from Wheelock College and a B.S. in Child Development and Family Studies from the University of Maine. King is a kindergarten teacher in Westport, Ct and lives in Coastal Connecticut with her family and therapy dog, Alfie. Her award-winning books for children on tough topics have sold over 300,000 copies across the globe. King is the owner of Safe and Sound Kids Collaborative where she provides proactive parenting coaching and consulting. King specializes in helping parents gain the confidence to talk about tough topics before issues occur.

Her prevention-based, kid-friendly educational resources are available via books, online parenting classes, online kids classes, private zoom Family Safety Chats, Body Boss Bootcamp for Kids, Simply-Safe Camp Training, Author Visits, Book Readings, and Speaking Events. Her work has been featured in various magazines, podcasts, and blogs, including; ABC, NBC, Ticker News, The Chicago Tribune, Stop The Demand, Women’s Fitness, Child Mind Institute, Social Work Now, US News and World Report, The Health Journal, Modern Mom, PopSugar, Child Life Mom, Harvard Graduate School of Education, Thrive Global, Medium, Dads Divorce, Split, Consent Parenting, Pretty Wellness Podcast, iHeart Radio, and is highly recommended as a resource by national prevention organizations.

In today’s episode, Kimberly will discuss about the importance of training and educating children on their sexuality from a young age. She also provides insights on the role of adults in preventing and managing sexual abuse in minors.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlykingbooks

I call myself the tough topics mom because I do talk about a lot of tough topics. [3:27]
I help parents get comfortable talking about really tough issues in a collaborative, authentic way so that they can get ahead of problems before they happen and protect their families. [3:31]
I do that with my books and my online classes. [3:46]
I had trained my kids in the basics about like your body's private which saved my five-year-old on this night that I was away. [4:11]
What's interesting is that 70% of kids don't tell about abuse because they're not educated on the topic. [5:57]
My son’s experience triggered a lot of things for me and I developed the book with him. [6:17]
As a military wife, I had that problem of always moving so I decided to just write children's books and teach people how to keep their kids safe. [6:29]
When it happened, I was angry at everybody and myself and had to do something to cool the anger so I started journaling. [7:23]
My son also wanted to talk and write about it and in doing this, I realized there were so many things that we could teach other people that would help them. [7:53]
We put my journal and his together and we used his voice and I tried to weave that into the book that has talking points with little goofy things and a little sass that make it kid friendly. [8:06]
Most of us were not educated properly on normal sexuality or normal child development, consent or boundaries. [10:09]
We're in a different place now where it's okay to talk about those things and one of the critical things is for kids to know their body parts and their correct names of their private parts. [10:23]
In reporting, every single person knows the word penis or the word vagina and there's no confusion about it. [11:25]
Knowing those words is a detriment to abusers which protects the kids. [11:28]
During potty training is a good time to start teaching and modelling the terms, privacy and consents. [11:12]
Commercial break. [14:04]
A lot of the advice I give people even if they don't have kids is to learn the facts on this topic so that you can reduce the risks. [16:20]
One of the biggest mistakes everybody makes is assuming that this type of thing only happens in bad neighborhoods or only with strangers. [16:32]
90% of child sexual abuse happens within the inner circles of the people we already know where 40% of child sexual abuse happens from older, more powerful children. [16:46]
Another huge risk category is children of divorce, because they are exposed to different situations. [17:24]
Once you learn, you start talking to it with other parents and your kids start talking about it with their friends which causes a ripple effect. [18:14]
The other thing is, once your kid is educated in this, it's really important for parents to reduce the risks by being very upfront about what your kids with new people and your policies. [18:46]
When I did in person parent trainings before Covid, every single person indicated an awareness of someone they know who was sexually abused. [21:32]
There are so many tools for parents now and you can start really early and then have open communication with your kids, when they're started. [21:55]
Empowering your children and educating them absolutely can prevent abuse. [23:24]
Even with some of this stuff, abuse can still happen but if your kids know that it's okay to tell, you have a chance of them telling you which will prevent more abuse. [23:39]
Try to find five adults that your children can call in all emergencies no matter what and train those five adults in receiving a report. [24:32]
You have to teach that person a few steps like, listening to the child, thanking the child for telling you telling them they're very brave, telling them it's not their fault and then just having a calm conversation about it. [25:06]
This will encourage them to talk more and give you more details without feeling judged. [25:19]
It is really important to do a real quick body safety review and talk about your body parts and the private part rules. [26:49]
Reinforce with your kids about how you don't want them to keep any secrets, and then push that open communication. [27:00]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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“When getting involved in charitable work, find something that you enjoy doing that is helpful to the community.” Jeff Rasley

The one-on-one experiences between people is what builds strong communities. At its core, community is anchored in the belief that people are part of something bigger than themselves, and that they have a right and duty to participate in its progress. His whole life, Jeff Rasley has been part of multiple communities and believes that it is all about experiencing life together by being present and contributing positively.

Jeff Rasley's commitment to social activism began in high school when he co-founded the Goshen Walk for Hunger. In law school he fought for renters' rights and organized the first rent strike in Indiana as president of the Indianapolis Tenants Association. As a young lawyer Jeff founded free legal clinics at two inner-city churches in Indianapolis. He was lead counsel on class action suits for prisoners which resulted in the construction of two new jails in Central Indiana. He spent five days working for NOLA Habitat for Humanity post Katrina. Jeff was plaintiff in a class action requiring clean-up of the White River after it was polluted by an industrial chemical spill. The Jeff and Alicia Rasley Internship Program was created by the Rasleys for the ACLU of Indiana in December, 2020.

Jeff is the founder of the Basa Village Foundation, which funds culturally sensitive development in Nepal. He served a term as president of Indianapolis Scientech, which promotes scientific inquiry and learning. Jeff is a director of six non-profits, including the Indianapolis Peace & Justice Center, University of Chicago Alumni Club, and Phi Beta Kappa of Indiana. He is U.S. liaison for the Himalayan expedition company Adventure GeoTreks Ltd. He has taught courses on "culturally sensitive development" and philanthropy at Butler and Marian Universities and memoir writing at the Indiana Writing Center

Jeff's BA is from University of Chicago magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, All-Academic All-State Football, letter winner in swimming and football; JD Indiana University Law School cum laude, Moot Court, Indiana Law Review; MDiv Christian Theological Seminary magna cum laude, covaledictorian and Faculty Award Scholar. He has been admitted to the Indiana, US District, and US Supreme Court Bars.

Jeff has published numerous articles in academic and mainstream periodicals, including Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, Family Law Review, The Journal of Communal Societies, and Friends Journal. He is an award-winning photographer and his pictures taken in the Himalayas and on Caribbean and Pacific islands have been published in several journals. He has appeared as a featured guest on over 100 radio and podcast programs.

In today’s episode, our guest will talk about building and upholding cohesive communities. He will give us an account of his experience travelling to Basa village in Nepal and his interest in culturally sensitive developments.

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Website: http://www.jeffreyrasley.com/

Amazon Author page: http://www.amazon.com/Jeff-Rasley/e/B004Q3D6B2

Personal Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/jrasley

Facebook publisher site: https://www.facebook.com/JeffRasleyAndMidsummerBooks/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeffrasley

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-rasley/

Goodreads page: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4114763.Jeffrey_Rasley

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Midsummer Books link: http://www.jeffreyrasley.com/midsummer%20books.htm

Basa Foundation link on my website: http://www.jeffreyrasley.com/Basa%20Projects.htm

I grew up in a town Goshen, Indiana that my ancestors were early settlers so I felt so rooted in that community. [4:00]
Because I felt so rooted in that community, it was deeply a part of me and from a really age felt involved in it. [4:27]
Community goes two ways where if you feel embedded in a community, you want to get back to it but you also have certain expectations of it. [5:04]
One of the aspects of our modern culture is that people don't stay in their home communities. [6:12]
One of the beautiful things I experienced in Basa Village is the fact that the villagers were so rooted in their community. [6:43]
For the west, we have to be very conscientious about developing and supporting community, because we don't have that organic embeddedness that the traditional communities have. [7:48]
Community leadership is so important when deciding about what is right for your community. [8:49]
When you have an established culture, it is risky to start changing really fundamental experiences for people in the community and especially for children. [9:55]
Learning how in the 21st century, there are still these communities which are so well integrated and the people looking out for each other was amazing. [12:37]
Commercial break. [18:23]
What really works, for almost anybody in terms of getting involved in charitable work is to find something that you enjoy doing that is helpful to the community. [21:19]
I had fallen in love with trekking and mountaineering in the Himalayas and so I combined going over there on a track or an expedition with doing some philanthropic project [21:53]
Each time I went back, I just tried to do something a little bigger and then I went from things to money to developing a foundation. [21:18]
It may take some introspection but anybody who wants to give back can figure out something that they enjoy. [22:47]
Hearing stories from from my great grandmother about what Goshen was like when she was young, it was very similar to the way people live in Basa today. [26:45]
There are real risks for Basa in the sense that a road has come to the village, the internet and cell phones have come and this worries the village elders. [27:37]
The kids are now being exposed to a world that is very different from what they have known for hundreds of years. [28:11]
This exposure can lead to a lot of them being attracted to leave the village and for those that will stay, they will want to change the village in ways that were unforeseen. [28:20]
The fundamental values of the villagers, including the kids have not changed and part of that is because they have such a strong tradition on environmental responsibility and a sense of community. [28:41]
I hope it stays, because not only is it a wonderful thing, but also in terms of happiness, the villagers have a very high happiness quotient. [30:10]
Find something that moves you and one that you enjoy, but will move you to be involved with your community in a productive giving way and it will give back to you. [32:11]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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“You're especially designed to do something because no one's here to do nothing.” Emily Chang

We are all part of something bigger than ourselves, the larger community. Better and functional communities are not built in a day but rather, it is about consistently performing acts of service that uplift others. Emily Chang has been enthusiastic about supporting and building her community, and says it is not so much about the big things, but rather, it is the small acts that really contribute to a thriving community.

Emily Chang is the CEO of McCann Worldgroup, China. Prior to accepting this new role, she took a year off to write a book called The Spare Room, the topic of her first TEDx Talk. Before that, she served as CMO for Starbucks China, where she cared for the teams that helped open the first Starbucks Roastery outside of Seattle and commercialized the brand’s digital gifting and delivery programs. Lotus (Chapter five) lived with Emily’s family while she worked at Starbucks.

A strategic business leader with over 20 years of experience, Emily is known for globalization, cross-cultural team leadership, and innovative brand building. Recognized for her ability to drive change and renew organizations, Emily approaches opportunities with an entrepreneurial mind set to establish a culture, set a vision, and build capability. She is known first and foremost as a people leader and team builder.

Prior to Starbucks, Emily was the Chief Commercial Officer for IHG, Greater China, where she looked after 320 hotels and an extended team of 5,200 members. While she was at IHG, Emily’s family cared for five kids, including Teo (Chapter four). Moving to Shanghai in 2011, Emily led the marketing organization that established the face of Apple Retail in Asia Pacific. While working at Apple, Emily’s family cared for three young people, including Jaesin (Chapter three).

She first developed her General Management, Marketing and Brand expertise at Proctor & Gamble. Five young people shared her spare room in the 11 years that Emily worked at P&G. Today, Emily sits on the board of SOS Children’s Villages and has spoken at select conferences and events, including the Fortune Most Powerful Women’s Summit in Hong Kong, C2 in Montreal, and has delivered three TEDx Talks.

In her free time, Emily loves to teach, read, and write. She challenges herself to learn a new “big thing” every year (2019 was all about the book, and she’s spent much of 2020 straddling a cajon drum). Most of all, Emily enjoys spending time with family: her husband of 20 years, her 12-year old daughter Laini, Holly Berry their rescued mutt, and Jellybean, their pygmy hedgehog.

In today’s episode, our guest will talk about how she found her positive thing that contributes towards her community. She will also discuss her book and what it entails.

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Instagram: https://instagram.com.thespareroombook

The first thing is that for me, it's never been about work life balance but about work life integration. [4:11]
As I've gotten older, one of the things I realized was I had an opportunity to better integrate my personal life with my professional. [4:36]
We always had these kids in our spare room and it was something that we certainly didn't hide, but also didn't really bring to the forefront either. [4:42]
As we identified the spare room as a social offering to our community, we started to realize that talking about it isn't really about ego. [5:14]
We embraced the idea of talking about the spare room with a TEDx talk and then took a year to write the boo [5:36]
We believe this builds into our community and pays tribute to each of the people that we've had the privilege of sharing our spare room with. [5:43]
You don't have to do very big things but something that you are specially designed to do that will actively support and build into your community, however you define it. [5:53]
I don't think it's the best use of time to try and convince somebody else of your thing, everybody will come into it on their own. [7:28}
If everybody starts identifying their offer and their offense, we can create communities that go after improving their communities. [7:43]
I did a talk a few years ago called ‘The power of And,’ which was all about the power of paradox and how you can take two ideas that seem in congruent and find the mutuality in the middle of them. [9:26]
Sometimes we look at people who look like they've arrived and it looks like they have it all togetherand think that they have these intentions but usually it's not [10:26]
It doesn't always have to be intentional or some grandiose gesture, sometimes it's your heart saying, I can do something about this. [11:07]
We are capable of so much more than we can possibly imagine but we don't have to go after the grand gesture or the fully designed, well orchestrated, intentional, purpose driven thing. [11:27]
We can do what helps us feel like we're doing something positive and when you find that moment, then you've hit on something where you can naturally add value to your community. [11:40]
You want to position yourself in a way to maximize the value contribution that you can leave in the place around you without the risk of falling into the ego trap. [14:21]
Commercial break. [15:40]
When we talk about community service, or CSR, sometimes it feels like something that has to be sacrificial and that is human nature. [17:54]
If we take an abundance mindset where we want to contribute more than we consume. We want to leave something more than what we've taken from this world. [18:06]
The format of the book is written in very much a self reflection, action-oriented mindset and I don't want this to be a book but a movement. [18:58]
If this can become something that's good for the world which helps people articulate how they contribute more than they consume, then that is something that I would feel really good about. [19:34]
I do believe people are good and generally want to contribute more than they consume but may not know where to direct that attention or what they can [19:44]
The construct of the book is a Venn diagram where in chapter one, you've got your offer and the second chapter talks about offense, then chapter three is the intersection of 1 and 2. [20:00]
Chapters four and five talks about the action plan and the last part of the book is about, what I want to look back on that can have people say something about me after I've passed. [21:38]
I've always believed that defining the end state helps you become much more intentional, with your time, priorities, and your investment. [21:54]
There's positive power in positive words so we want to define the things that we're good at and embrace [23:56]
Nobody should do nothing and nobody wants to do nothing, so feel empowered even if you do a small thing. [25:48]
People came from very ordinary and said, I think I can go do something about this and they ended up changing the world for somebody. [26:14]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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“I don't think tackling climate change is anything to fear. It's really something to embrace.” Neil Kitching

As climate change threatens to progressively transform the world, concerns are being directed on human activity and how it contributes to worsening the situation. Despite the hurdles faced in tackling this issue, many proponents of the matter still believe that it is possible to address climate change. Neil Kitching has a passion for climate change and believes that it all starts with every one taking personal responsibility of their actions and making an effort to choose better alternatives.

Neil Kitching is a geographer and energy specialist from Scotland. He has written his first book, Carbon Choices on the common-sense solutions to our climate and nature crises; https://amzn.to/39cOETs. He works for a public sector agency promoting the opportunities for business to benefit from low carbon heating and water technologies. Neil had a mid-life career change from accountant to working in sustainable development then energy. This book arose from Neil’s frustration that so many people lack a basic understanding of climate change and its serious impacts. Education is the first step towards taking action. Community is one way to galvanize that action.

In today’s episode, Neil will discuss more about the state of climate change and some of the simple actions that can be done by individuals in an effort to reduce their carbon emissions.

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I was brought up in Paris at the centre of Scotland at the edge of the highlands and I always enjoyed the great outdoors. [2:28
I completed a geography degree at Edinburgh University, and then came out during the midst of one of the great recessions when there was no jobs available. [2:43]
I was desperately looking for work and I applied to be an accountant because I was always quite good at maths and numbers. [2:56]
I trained to be an accountant in London and then worked away visibly as an accountant for 20 years, but always had in the back of a rage that I wasn't very satisfied with this career choice. [3:02]
Eventually, 20 years later, I had a midlife crisis, and did successfully change my career and moved into sustainable development policy and now I work as an energy specialist. [3:16]
I learned about climate change 30 years ago in geography and it was all very factual as I could see how sensitive they sheets were to a changing climate. [3:45]
For the time I was working in business, nobody seemed to care and no one was acting on it and I could never understand why that was the case. [4:04]
When I moved into the environmental area, I seeme to be speaking to the same people all the time ad so I just thought it was good to write a book. [4:12]
My aim was to try and influence and change some people and some government policies I also wanted to get the book out prior to Glasgow conference on climate change. [4:27]
A few years back there was a lot of scepticism but we've seen the effects of climate change hitting all over the world. [5:38]
Unfortunately, climate change will affect us all, either directly, or indirectly and there's no escaping that. [6:45]
My book really lays out the role of the different players and overlaps between all of them. [8:12]
It's up to individuals and communities to influence leaders act on climate change and businesses to act in more sustainable ways. [8:36]
Commercial break. [10:47]
In terms of what we can do as individuals, the starting point for me is where you choose to live and also cut on carbon impact by changing lifestyle. [12:54]
We have a concept here called 20-minute communities where all services or nearly all services are accessible within walking or cycling 20 minutes from your house. [12:24]
In the West, we consume so much stuff and that's been ever increasing but it just means we buy lots of stuff that we use once and then throw away. [16:55]
That's probably getting worse globally because other countries are copying the bad habits. [17:23]
For every good thing you see, there's another bad thing and so they almost balance each other out therefore we just need to do more of the good things. [18:20]
Consumption is a big thing and the worrying thing is if you go to developing countries, you just see a sea of plastic rubbish along the roads. [18:28]
We have landfills that were on the coast and now with rising sea levels and coastal erosion, the waves are washing out these landfills. [19:10]
The third big area in our lives that we could change is our choice of diets with regards to how much we eat and food wastage. [19:54]
The big issue around our diet is eating beef, mutton and dairy products basically because cows and sheep are ruminants and they produce methane which is a strong, powerful greenhouse gas. [20:33]
That's the big area that governments don't like to talk about due to fear of upsetting businesses and the farmers but as individuals, it's an area we can change overnight if we choose to do so. [20:49]
All our food waste should be composted because if you don't and choose to put it in a plastic bag, and it goes to landfill, it rots down and starts to produce methane. [22:25]
I think people think of the environment as being a problem but to me, going for a low carbon future is better. [24:34]
We can start by making lifestyle changes as all are good choices that we should be striving for. [24:43]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Carbon Choices: Common-sense Solutions to our Climate and Nature Crises

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“Let us try to give other people opportunities and chances to shine and to be the best version of themselves.” Raj Goodman Anand

Often we get caught up in the endless pursuit of things and forget to look around for the opportunities to touch people’s lives and make a difference. By being more thoughtful, we get to slow down and deliberately look out for ways in which we can contribute towards making life better for another person. This is according to our guest today, Raj Goodman Anand, whose realization of the need to make a difference led him to a passion of creating self and career development opportunities for women around the world.

Raj Goodman Anand is the founder of Goodman Lantern, a team of native English content writing services that help businesses sell better and grow faster. An engineer by profession, he has founded three start-ups, raised capital, and taken one venture from zero to acquisition. He has not only had a flourishing career within start-ups but also with large and mid-sized organizations, working on launching start-ups or new products within them. Products he has built have made companies an income in excess of £45m.

Raj has also won BusinessWeek’s Europe’s Young Entrepreneur (2007) and has been named one of Revolution Magazine’s 50 Most Influential People in Digital (2009). He has spoken at various venues including the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, British Library, and several universities including LSE. Raj and his entrepreneurial ventures have had coverage in The Telegraph, Guardian, BusinessWeek, and Observer.

In today’s episode, Raj will talk about his journey and the events that led him to what he does today which is providing opportunities for women to grow and flourish and the freedom of working remotely.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajanand/

I am a father and a husband and we love traveling as a family and I'm currently traveling from London and currently in Bangkok. [3:12]
I talk about travel first was because in all my life, I worked pretty hard to get where I am and for a purpose which for me one is personal and another is to give back to the world. [3:58]
I worked incredibly hard at university and got into engineering and then AI and later got into marketing. [4:10]
After eight years of working really hard, I realized that I was taking 320 flights per year for the companies I was working for and it was just painful. [4:20]
I thought that it will be really good to actually live in a way where I choose my terms and the thought about remote working came up. [4:43]
I started a company eight years back now to kind of focus on helping people in business to content writing. [4:50]
I challenged the world I live in and decided to set a company where I can work from anywhere in the world. [5:01]
Goodman lantem, is my company has been remote from day one and all our team members are all remote and have the freedom to work on what they are good at. [5:09]
It is about bringing team members who have the same passion as you do and I'm a big believer of having that sort of same passion and the same core values. [6:42]
When I hire people, I hire them on basis off the values as much as I hire them on basis on their skills. [7:02]
Before Goodman Lanten, I was all about making money but somewhere, I felt that I'm missing out the human element. [7:13]
I started to do some soul searching and saying, what can I actually contribute to this world and to the community I belong to. [7:34]
I have seen several times that women who much smarter than I am not make it to the top because they weren't given the right representation. [7:41]
I thought that I should make it my mission to help women in a particular way and for the last seven, eight years we have hired a lot of women in a company in our departments. [8:18]
This is an opportunity for them to work on awesome projects at their comfort and really be inspired to grow themselves and the family as well. [8:45]
Some countries such as South Africa has the largest statistics on women-based violence in the world meaning it is not safe for women to go out. [9:22]
We're trying to do what we can from outside to make them safe and earn a good living. [9:38]
As company, we are really focused not only in what we bring to the world, but also to our clients so we only work for subscription-based customers. [10:12]
Most of our customers are B2B and what we do for them is to create content to help them tell their story as well as rank higher on search engines. [10:38]
The other side of story is we bring in women into our company and we train them in the space of software service so that they can then start working with these awesome companies. [10:59]
We're growing really fast and we are getting a lot of new projects and so we need a lot of people on board. [13:11]
Commercial break [13:39]
Prior to writing content for an organization or individuals, there is a lot of effort, which goes behind it which includes thinking about the mission, the vision, the values and the tone. [15:48]
Content is only good if it hits multiple points, which tick marks different things for you as a company, your audience, and the SEO part as well. [16:36]
Planning is super important but people forget that planning step and jump right into execution. [16:46]
Most customers today we target at least are ones who have a team and bringing in 10 to 500 million in revenues and so they know what they're doing but they need to scale up. [18:14]
This is because scaling up is not easy and needs team members who have the right skills and who understand that the company's vision, mission and core values. [18:40]
When we come in, we help our clients scale up their art in production in all areas. [18:54]
It's important to build a business to earn income but let us try to focus on the greater good and give other people opportunities and chances to shine to be the best version of themselves. [20:03]
It goes a long way not only from the point of view of making revenue, but also read karma as well. [20:30]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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"You can learn communication skills, but if you don't know how to pause and slow down, the skills won't matter." Eddie Zacapa

Communication is at the centre of all functional relationships. How people communicate can bring a significant difference in the quality of their lives individually and within communities. Our guest today, Eddie Zacapa, has years of experience training people on how to communicate differently and says that it's all about the lens with which people view issues.

Eddie Zacapa is the co-founder of Life Enriching Communication and a certified trainer with the Center for Nonviolent Communication (CNVC). He has facilitated nonviolent communication workshops, trainings and programs with individuals, families, parents, schools, and organizations and worked in the domestic violence field for over 19 years.

Eddie also offers coaching to executives and managers and helps volunteers and employees discover their full potential on the job. He has worked with volunteers for over 20 years with various non-profit organizations providing volunteer management. He lives in Sacramento, CA, with his family. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism from San Jose State University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Bible and Theology from William Jessup University.

Eddie is the author of two books: Principles and Practices of Nonviolence: 30 Meditations for Practicing Compassion; https://amzn.to/3kjKboo and Essentials for Cultivating Passionate Volunteers and Leaders: Guidelines for Organizations that Value Connection-https://amzn.to/3zjLHLo.

In today's episode, Eddie talks about nonviolent and effective communication. He will also present the steps to communicating and making meaningful connections in any given situation.

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Contacts:

Website: www.lecworks.org

I'm the founder of Life Enriching Communication, an organization dedicated to ending domestic violence and the cycle of violence. [2:40]
We work with individuals who come to us voluntarily or sometimes through the court, and we help them discover their power over tendencies and how they can change that. [2:50]
I also teach nonviolent communication, which is rooted in nonviolence to organizations, couples and families. [3:20]
Sometimes we use the power that we have to get what we want without thinking about the other person necessarily and what their needs are at that moment. [4:50]
Everybody has power, and it is not a bad thing since it allows you to do something. However, collaboration happens when you use that power with the resources others have. [5:29]
I was working in ministry, but then I decided to change my career, and my mom introduced me to someone at her church who did this work with. [6:07]
The first time I got there, I connected with the individuals who were there and I got hired there, so that started my journey. [6:35]
I was also drawn to it just because I could relate to it in some ways from my experience growing up. [6:47]
Along the way, I got introduced to nonviolent communication by a certified trainer, and that process just blew my world, and I started living it out and teaching it. [7:11]
One of the things I try to get across early is, if you do anything because you have to, you will pay for it. [7:48]
I tell the people I teach that being there was an opportunity for them to learn and grow regardless of whether they deserved to be there or not. [8:16]
It is really important to continue doing this because it makes a difference by bringing awareness to what abuse is and making people feel comfortable and safe reaching out for help. [10:05]
We need to work together and have the police department and fire department to be able to be in touch with the needs of each community and to just feel comfortable with each other. [11:53]
Commercial Break. [12:18]
One of the first components of nonviolent communication focuses on differentiating between what's happening and the story we tell ourselves in our heads. [14:31]
Being able to differentiate and get down to what happened can be helpful. [15:22]
The next step is connecting with what happened and assessing your feelings about the truth, and then finding out what you value in the situation. [15:30]
The last part is just making a request that is very specific and doable. [16:15]
Another valuable piece is if you're struggling to connect with someone else, you can close your eyes and just imagine what they might be feeling and their needs. [16:32]
By doing that, you're able to see that person's humanity, and you're not creating an enemy image with that story and that a lot of times helps you find a solution as well. [16:48]
You can learn communication skills, but if you don't know how to pause and slow down, the skills won't matter. [17:58]
We're trying to see what people wish for and what their value is in a particular situation. [19:39]
When we make a request, remember that when we hear a 'NO', it is a gift because it tells us that there's something really important to somebody else. [22:10]
There's a need behind that NO, and if we can discover what it is, we can find a solution that works for everybody. [22:40]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Principles and Practices of Nonviolence: 30 Meditations for Practicing Compassion

Essentials for Cultivating Passionate Volunteers and Leaders: Guidelines for Organizations that Value Connection

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“In life, your footprint that you leave is the impact that you made in the society.” Lucy Munga

The awareness of the struggles that people around your community face, and findings ways in which you can be able to assist is what community is all about. Our guest today, Lucy Munga, chose the path of impacting the community in the best way she knew, and in the process found a way to change multiple lives through encouraging and facilitating the art of story-telling.

Lucy Munga is a life and business coach and her company is Amara Capital. Over the past she worked as a senior manager doing data analytics, IT risk and advisory services for companies like PricewaterhouseCoopers and Ernst and Young. Lucy also cares for her community by giving back not only as a Rotarian, but also helps the children in her community be tied very diligently education.

In todays’ episode, Lucy will discuss about her business, and how her previous career experiences led her to discover her passion for working with families and children to improve their lives.

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https://www.lucymunga.com

https://twitter.com/lucymunga?lang=en

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucy-munga-0089087

I'm a certified coach and I'm recognized by the International coach Federation as a certified coach. [2:36]
I mainly focus on business owners that are struggling because last year I realized that a number of employees lost their jobs and closed businesses and many people were struggling. [2:52]
As an IT consultant with leading organizations, I realized that I had a skill that could help families get out of the woods, and start generating their own income. [3:15]
I started helping those who have lost their jobs, and those who were leaving employment do something out of their own talents. [3:31]
Amazingly, so many people have built a business based on the gifts and the talents that they have, and that has helped them start generating some income and start to live better. [4:05]
In the process of giving back to those parents who have lost their jobs, I came across some parents or guardians who did not have an education but had bright and needy children. [4:21]
I collected all these children, and together with other Rotarians we got some money and we took some of them to secondary school in 2020. [4:51]
We got much less money in 2021 and had to use my own money which prompted me to come up with the idea of helping them build their own income by writing their own story. [5:11]
The whole idea was started by my 12-year-old writing her own stories and now we are rolling it out to all the children and parents in this program. [5:54]
By telling their story, it is helping them improve on their language, writing and computer skills and eventually the books sold will generate some income for them. [6:55]
We are just starting with telling a story at this point in time for the purpose of generating an income to be able to sustain themselves and his families. [8:02]
I have had so many requests and I am trying to find ways on how we could build this community where we help build a sustainable income for these families through the storytelling. [8:52]
Commercial break. [ 9:43]
Some of the impacts we are seeing is increased levels of confidence in these children that comes from knowing that they can change the world through their stor [11:43]
We have come together with the publisher and illustrator who did my daughter's book to mentor this whole community that has come up. [13:02]
Our dream is to impact the country that we are in starting with the Nairobi town because there are a lot of bright children in informal settlements who are in difficult situations and need mentorship. [13:25]
We are hoping to get people to partner with us so that we can build this program and have the dreams of these children come true. [15:30]
In life, your footprint that you leave is the impact that you made in the society and touching these little ones is the best that one can do. [18:26]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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“It doesn’t matter why someone doesn’t have shoes, if they need shoes, they need shoes.” Brad Jackson

Simple things aren’t that simple. They bring comfort and meaning to our lives and without them, life would be unbearable. Our guest today, Brad Jackson, dedicates his time to make the lives of people around his community easier by providing shoes to those who need them the most.

Brad was born in Dayton, Ohio, and grew up in Muncie, Indiana, where Ball State University is located, and from which he received his teaching degrees. Him and his wife are residents of Fishers, Indiana. Brad taught junior high biology and U.S. history for 43 years, and retired 4 years ago. Before that final school year, he had been looking for a volunteer opportunity that had the positive aspects of teaching and more. It needed to be a service-type non-profit in which he could see results of his efforts.

Brad got introduced to Changing Footprints by his long-time friend whom they worked together in one of the facilities of that organization. The mission of the organization is to put shoes of the feet of those who need them. In his spare time, Brad leads nature walks, especially for special-needs students, help rehabilitate old cemeteries, raise funds for Camp Tecumseh and Right Sharing of World Resources which helps women in Sierra Leone, Kenya, and India establish small businesses.

Brad also guest speaks in Spanish classes about his trips to Guatemala, and, with his wife Naomi, and Tom, his friend and excellent pianist, and sometimes special guests, perform music programs at retirement homes, featuring songs from the early 1900s through the 1950s. Brad’s retirement has turned out to be busier than he had envisioned, but truly exciting to him.

In today’s episode, Brad will talk about the work he and his colleagues are doing at Changing Footprints that touches their community in a positive way.

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Contact

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A few years before I retired I talked to a person at church who worked for Changing Footprints and a month after retirement I went to work as a volunteer. [3:15]
Our statement that we use is that we are changing the world two feet at a time and our logo is a bare foot print with a shoe print on top. [4:18]
The theme in how we're using shoes is that it doesn't matter why somebody doesn't have shoes, the idea is they need them to carry on life functions. [4:36]
It started in 2005 after a reporter did a story about children in Afghanistan escaping the war and injuring their feet because most had no shoes on. [4:56]
A couple of people that worked at Emerson industries in Indianapolis watched the report and decided to start collecting some shoes to send there. [5:34]
They collected a few 100 shoes and sent them to Afghanistan and later realized that there were people locally who needed shoes and so they kept on collecting [5:49]
The number of pairs collected grew over the years and now we're feeling pretty good about the numbers. [6:26]
It's not a contest about numbers but they indicate how we're doing and how we're growing. [7:32]
We just passed the 400,000 pair Mark from when they started in 2005 and the goal is by the end of 2022 to do half a million pairs. [7:42]
We concentrate on agencies coming to us to request shoes for their clients and we are currently working with about 90 different agencies. [9:07]
We get shoes through shoe drives and so part of my job is to go out to the schools in my county and initiate the drive [9:45]
I work with schools that have community service requirements for their students make use of this opportunity and now we have 21 schools in my school district which makes the numbers incredible. [10:20]
The really cool thing about kids coming to our facility to sort shoes, is that they get to see the second step in the process. [13:49]
The process entails collection, sorting and pairing, inspection, labelling, grouping, boxing and stacking awaiting orders. [14:07]
Commercial break. [17:24]
Sometimes we give shoes to men and women who are being released from prison and are going into the construction industry. [20:04]
When some shoes come in and they're not in very good shape, we take the reusable parts such as laces and inner soles and give the remaining shoe parts to Nike Corporation for recycling. [20:28]
We also have resource officers from the Metropolitan Police Department of Indianapolis who get some shoes to give out to homeless people that they come across. [23:10]
We have trouble sometimes placing our dress shoes both men's and women's but we were given an idea by some teachers, and we started giving them out for free to schools to use them for their concert [23:42]
We do look for financial contributions because we have two places that pay rent and also buy items that we use in in our processes. [27:41]
We would love to see some other locations start their own organizations like ours because it is not that hard to get started. [29:02]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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“The power of theatre to transform and shock potential is so huge.” Nina Meehan

Theatre has long been perceived to be a powerful tool that spurs conversations as well an avenue in which societal matters can be explored and understood. Nina Meehan has been in the arts space for quite a while and says that theatre helps people to view the world differently and deepens their self-awareness.

Nina Meehan is an award-winning director, playwright and producer, and a dedicated arts educator, with expertise in youth development and non-profit management. Her work focuses on nurturing innovation in children and connecting people in our increasingly digital world. Nina’s award-winning theatrical work for young people as CEO of Bay Area Children's Theatre has reached more than 1 million kids and adults and has toured nationally and internationally.

Some of Nina’s most recent credits include: the adaptation of Chelsea Clinton's book, "She Persisted," Grace Lin's "Where the Mountain Meets the Moon," and the New York Times bestselling "Goodnight Goodnight Construction Site" series. She has received the Alumna of the Year Award from Head-Royce School in (2020), the Diablo Valley Innovation Award (2020), the Theatre Bay Area Award Best Director and Best New Musical (Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site, 2018). She was an invited speaker at Visioni in Bologna, Italy, and an invited speak at a conference hosted by the National Endowment for the Arts.

Nina also serves as Board President for TYA/USA and was named as one of Red Tricycle’s “Moms Who Rock.” She holds a BS in theatre from Northwestern University and a Master's of Nonprofit Administration from the University of San Francisco. She is also a certified yoga instructor. Her work has been spotlighted in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, American Theatre Magazine, San Francisco Chronicle, Barron’s, Red Tricycle, ABC News, NBC News, and CBS News.

Nina is our guest today and, in this episode, she will talk about the transformative power of theatre to both children and adults.

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I am the founder of Bay Area children's theatre which me and my friends started 18 years ago and we have produced enough shows to reach literally a million people. [2:58]
The part that I think is the most exciting for me is the growth from where we started to now having professional adult actors for family and student audiences and also working with young people. [3:35]
The growth of the organization has truly been because of the demand from the community. [4:07]
What I have learned over those years as a theatre creator is that art and creativity bring all the soft skills into our world. [4:26]
Kids in a lot of ways are far more willing to take that risk of getting up there on stage than adults. [6:40]
The power of what it looks like to see a kid stand up and own their art, reflects self-confidence and independence which are skills that children need. [7:35]
We did online theatre during the pandemic and interestingly, the same transformative moments were experienced, where participants owned and took charge of their performances. [7:52]
The power of theatre to transform and shock potential is so hug [8:10]
What I've seen with the adults that we engage with that is interesting, is the conversation that their children’s performances initiate afterwards. [8:15]
As adults we are often putting limitations on ourselves with the excuse that we are not artists yet maybe we are. [12:27]
I have loved working with kids for 18 years and it's been so beautiful seeing adults try to take the step to be creative. [12:55]
The more that we can open that potential and that opportunity to redefine what it is to be a creative in our current modern world the more we can be creative and express ourselves. [13:50]
We are programmed to be creative beings and that comes in lots of different shapes and forms. [16:26]
Encouraging the people around us is important because that is our power, considering so much of being creative is about just allowing ourselves the permission to do it. [18:22]
The more that we can say how we feel and appreciate art, the more we can have moments where we can value the creativity in the people around us. [18:52]
Commercial break. [20:25]
In terms of giving back to your community, I think it is so important to look around and see who in your community is doing work that is inspiring the next generation to become creative leaders. [22:43]
We all want empathetic humans taking over from us in the next generation. [
We are all working on a shoestring but there is a whole world of non-profit organizations out there that would love to have support in different ways. [23:45]
The other part of it is really looking into your own being and finding your own creative moments that brings you joy, and bring that into your adult world. [24:23]
For entrepreneurs, for those who run businesses, board service for non-profit organizations is an insanely huge and powerful gift you can give back to your community. [26:23]
The way non-profit sector is set up, we cannot function without a dedicated arm that is our board of directors. [26:44]
Find time today to try creative play and just see what happens. [28:31]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

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I wanted to take some time today to talk about some of the exciting things that we have going on at both Shock Your Potential and Kukuabiz, which is our sister company. [00:52]

I will give you a little highlight as to what we are going to see for the last quarter of 2021 and a little projection into 2022. [1:07]

In most businesses, quarter four is the time for planning, budgeting, aligning, setting next year's goals and working towards what builds the organization. [1:35]

If you've been following along, you know what happened to Shock Your Potential at the beginning of the global pandemic which was a hit for many people. [1:51]

In my little corner of the world prior to that pandemic, the majority of my business at Shock Your Potential was me travelling around the world to speak and train mostly on leadership and sales. [2:13]

I had really worked hard to get to a number of great and frequent programs, I was working on some training contracts with some very big companies and looking to expand what I was doing. [2:37]

I still knew that it was probably not a good idea to be a one trick pony and to have to manage everything. [2:54]

Everything worked well and a lot of speaking gigs were coming in and then all of a sudden, the pandemic happened and there was nothing. [3:34]

I questioned myself on what I was going to do and how I was going to come back from this. [3:57]

After some reflection and a lot of discussion with my husband, I made the decision to double down all those things that I wanted to do or knew I should be doing. [4:34]

It was in those moments of the first days after I came out of my crying fit that I realized I had an opportunity here. [5:11]

Over the next few months, we did some amazing things for my business and I decided to double down and add more team members who are all based in Kenya. [5:27]

My guests and my colleagues in the entrepreneurial world were taking notice more specifically of what was happening with my team that was growing. [5:49]

I was taping several podcast episodes and in one day, I had three people request me to find them people from Kenya and I realized there was an opportunity here. [6:11]

That’s how we started the second company, Kukuabiz, that matched other people in Kenya to be virtual assistants or support small businesses like me around the world. [6:50]

We made our very first placement in August of 2020 and now a little more than a year later, we have a handful of people that are connected and matched with businesses all over the globe. [7:16]

My focus changed from speaking on leadership and sales to me building opportunities, not just for myself, but seeing what we're doing right and helping other entrepreneurs to do it right as well. [7:51]

It is also about helping other people, especially talented professionals from Kenya, to operate on a global scale. [8:11]

In the last two months, I've really grown both businesses in some new and unique ways. [8:51]

I went through the process of getting Shock Your Potential certified as a woman owned business enterprise and a woman owned small business enterprise and I'm very happy I did it. [9:03]

I made the decision to try and get myself out of the day to day details of both businesses, which meant that I had to promote some people. [9:29]

My team is fantastic and I have three incredible women who have been with me literally since the beginning and that's Mercy, Lorna and Jossie who I promoted to be Vice Presidents. [9:40]

It has been an incredible honor to work with these women and help take them to the executive level of their careers. [10:08]

I'm trying to teach them all my experience as fast as possible without overwhelming them and terrifying them. [10:25]

If you are an entrepreneur, and interested in other ways to help promote your business, we may have a couple things that will be interesting to you. [10:38]

I have written and published two books, ‘Tell Me More: How to Ask the Right Questions and Get the Most out of your Employees,’ and ‘Sales Myxology: Where the Most Potent Sales and Customer Experiences Follow a Recipe for Success.” [10:54]

We wanted to create something new when we created the Shock Your Potential Bookstore and we have a couple dozen authors in there right now. [11:27]

To be a part of our bookstore, if you're an author, we want to create with you a little video where you talk about why you wrote your book and what it means to you. [11:44]

We have different ways that we promote authors throughout the month as well as picking an author of the month each month. [11:58]

Starting in 2022, we're going to have some really great fun, new and unique interactions with the authors. [12:06]

If you're listening and want to have more opportunity to be a go to person in your area of expertise, I would encourage you to reach out to us about Shock Your Media Potential. [12:36]

It's going to provide a direct access to media producers, and media writers where you can be seen directly for media opportunities. [13:06]

If you have a podcast or you're thinking about a podcast, but you don't like to manage all the parts of the podcast, we now have Shock Your Potential podcast management services opportunity. [13:53]

We manage everything from the entire podcast and guest booking and production process to as little as editing. [14:06]

If that's something that you're looking for, then reach out to us for that. [14:26]

For the 2022 podcasts for Shock Your Potential, We are looking forward to have some fun new opportunities throughout the year. [14:32]

We will have great monthly themes and high level and quality guests on for our podcasts and showing you directly how our guests can help you. [14:45]

We are fully booked through all of 2021 and we have a waiting list for 2022 right now and for people interested to be on our podcast, please reach out to Josie at Josie@shockyourpotential.com . [15:18]

If you want to be on more podcasts, we have an opportunity where with very low entry cost, we can match you with a podcast to be on that matches your goals and expectations and where you get a new podcast connection once a week. [15:42]

Finally, I just want to thank you for listening and being a part of what we're doing. [16:02]

When I first started the podcast several years ago, I didn't know what it was going to do for me. [16:07]

There were definite, direct results where speaking opportunities came from the podcast for me, but I didn't really use it to its full potential. [16:25]

Now it has turned into something that is the driving force behind actually both of our businesses. [16:36]

If you are interested in exploring how you use a podcast to really grow your business and to grow true and meaningful connections, you can reach out for that as well. 16:43]

To get a hold of us, reach out at;

info@shockyourpotential.com,

Michael@shockyourpotential.com, will get you directly to me.

Jossie@shockyourpotential.com, for anything related to the podcast.

Mercy@kukuabiz.com for anything related to Kukuabiz.

As always make sure to send us your comments, thoughts and feedback. [18:12]

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"Shift your mindset on email marketing from just spraying out messages and hoping for money to having a two-way dialogue with customers." Tyler Sullivan

Having genuine conversations with customers has been proven to be one of the most effective ways to creating positive experiences. As a successful entrepreneur, Tyler Sullivan enjoys customer trust and loyalty built over the long term. Tyler attributes this success to being able to connect with customers and potential buyers on a deeper level by asking the right questions through the right channels and acting on the information provided.

Tyler Sullivan is the founder of BombTech Golf, an eCommerce store with over $20 million sold online since 2012. Tyler also runs EcomGrowers, where he and his team have helped countless Shopify owners add 6-7 figures in additional sales to their eCommerce stores by optimizing email systems and ad campaigns to find hidden revenue streams.

Over the years, Tyler has come to learn the formula for running successful and profitable eCommerce businesses. He believes that even with online companies there is huge value in having real conversations with customers and potential buyers. Tyler is hyper-focused on the customer experience and operating a lean business that doesn't just drive revenue but drives serious profit and cash flow.

In today's episode, Tyler will talk about the importance of having honest conversations with customers in scaling businesses. He will also be elaborating more on the value of email marketing in reaching customers.

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Website: http://Ecomgrowers.com

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/tyler-sullivan-494b5426

Facebook: http://facebook.com/bombtechgolf/

Twitter: http://twitter.com/BombTechGolf/

https://www.instagram.com/bombtechgolf

https://www.shopify.com/blog/bombtech-golf-personal-messages

https://www.bombtechgolf.com/

In 2000 I was ten years old and was competing in the Home Run Derby of golf world long drive, and I wasn't that good. When I grew up, I fell in love again with playing golf. [4:14]
They had a local club builder assembling these different drivers for me, and I ended up breaking all of them due to his inability to assemble them correctly. [4:35]
I decided that I would learn how to assemble a golf club, which was not a complicated process; then, I also started making and selling to my friends, which was cool.[4:51]
I was in sales for my whole life and was honestly bored at my day job because I didn't feel fulfilled. [5:15]
I made a website, and it took me six months to get a sale for the driver, and then from there, I started to document my journey on Facebook. [5:30]
Having conversations is a big piece of what I do, and that's sort of how I shock other companies now with my other brand. [6:22]
I worked with the college with four students who are smarter than me, and we designed our product for a whole year. [6:48]
As a result of those conversations I initially had on social media, when I went to launch, we ended up selling $10,000. [7:09]
I was able to scale it up with Facebook ads and having conversations, and now we do over eight figures a year. [7:19]
Interaction with customers is at the core of success for my companies, especially the golf brand, bomb tech. [9:24]
I was having conversations, which allowed me to build an audience that cared because I cared about what they said. [9:42]
So we cherish that relationship, and a big part of our strategy is in email, and it has helped to teach me that it is really about what the customers. [10:27]
If I had started the company with an expectation of a certain income, I don't know if I would have that same lens because it was much harder earlier. [11:58]
I didn't have a goal of starting an agency. It was just the right place, right time, and there was interest. [16:08]
Commercial break. [17:20]
Having that kind of empowerment to do what they feel is right at the moment makes the team enjoy what they do because they don't have to say no. [19:58]
If you go into it to make money and you're not doing it for the right reason, I don't think you ever can cross that bridge. [21:23]
If I started another company, it'd be a ski brand because I love to ski. [22:00]
Whatever your industry, email is your biggest asset; even though some people think email is dead, it is good to try it out. [23:22]
Ask real questions that you want the answer to in a plain way, and you'll be shocked with the replies. It will help you to learn and also get you in the customer's inbox. [23:36]
Shift your mindset on email marketing from just spraying out messages and hoping for money to having a two-way dialogue to then earn the opportunity to sell what customers want. [25:42]
The hardest part once you have some success is getting out of your way by delegating. [29:28]
Have fun and do something you love. Lower your expectations and ask questions. [30:45]

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“It is the power of question that makes all the difference in the world.” Kyle Gillette

Most often leaders face challenging situations which make them feel stuck and unable to tap into their strengths to lead effectively. To make that shift into being an effective leader, individuals must allow themselves to go through the process of learning and self-awareness. Our guest today, Kyle Gillette, has been providing coaching to help the leaders overcome these obstacles, and as he says, it all starts with asking the right questions.

Kyle Gillette is an ICF-certified coach, behavioral analyst, author, and creator of the SAGE Mindset Leadership framework. He works with small business owners and leaders. His focus is on helping his clients build powerful self-awareness in their life and business. Create extreme accountability to achieve big goals, dreams, and results. Maintain a mindset of growth. Then focus on fostering a life of empowerment of others so they can have the most influence and impact possible. He is the host of the SAGE Mindset podcast, developer of the Business Accountability Mastermind, and owner of Gillette Solutions - a coaching and consulting organization.

In today’s episode, Kyle will be talking about the genesis of his coaching and mentorship business. He will also highlight what he does with his clients to help them achieve their goals.

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I started my business three years ago, but the roots of it were about 15 years ago when I had the opportunity to work in a men's mentoring program for about 10 years. [2:55]
I lived on a property with these guys that were18 to 25-year-olds that were off track in life and during that time, the gentleman that started the program mentored me for about 10 years. [3:07]
I had an awesome opportunity to be mentored by a business owner and I learned the value of mentorship and of helping and serving other people. [3:17]
Eventually, that turned into a bunch of opportunities to lead a team of 20 people which then led to the nonprofit. [3:47]
Primarily my job with my clients is to provide perspective, through powerful questions that help them shift mindsets, and then ultimately get results that they truly want. [4:04]
What I have discovered in business and previous programs is that you don't have to be on an island. [5:25]
There's plenty of support out there and at least one-to-a-few type of support where data behind it is amazing showing that it makes such a huge difference for goal achievement and moving forward.[5:44]
Some of the things that people tell me are extremely deep and it is the power of question that makes all the difference because that is how we think. [8:35]
What happens is we ask the question and then we answer it for ourselves and then we spat out our statement or opinion. [10:10]
SAGE came out of DiSC, which also came out of my experience with the alpha Academy, which was that men's mentoring program. [11:33]
I did DiSC for a while and got certified. It is a phenomenal tool and I love it but I realized that it's not mine, and I can't do whatever I want with it yet I want to have my framework that I can do something with. [11:41]
I woke up at three in the morning with a word that felt like someone had said it to me and it was SAGE awareness. [12:00]
SAGE is four different things including self-awareness, growth, empowerment and accountability. [12:31]
You have to blow the roof off to build that next level which means that you have to take a lot of risks and that's one of the key pieces of growth. [14:44]
The more space you have in that leadership home, the more people can be impacted by it, and the more you can train and send out. [15:08]
The reason I bring the send out part is that in that program I was a part of, we didn't want them to stay there forever so I don't want to coach the clients that I have forever rather I need them to get sent out and let them make the impact that they need to make on the world. [15:18]
Commercial break. [15:42]
The first step in empowering people and helping the leaders that are working for you and with you to be empowered to do amazing things is delegating responsibility. [18:15]
With that comes the need to give them power and authority and usually power is the harder one to give. Authority is position while power is actual functional leadership. [18:33]
The second one is a little bit more complex and it is tied to accountability and I have done quite a bit of research on the power of accountability. [19:01]
The possibility of attaining your goal can jump to 95% if you do active accountability where you purposefully meet with someone regularly to talk about the specific goal you're trying to achieve. [20:35]
Those are two of the key things that I do to help people achieve what they want to achieve so in other words accountability is enormous. [20:50]
Sometimes, you don't need that intensity of coaching but just need the camaraderie of other entrepreneurs that are that vulnerable to admit their weaknesses. [23:05]
If you don't have that accountability, or you want more, you probably going to be surprised at who you can connect with. You can't get a ‘yes,’ unless you ask. [24:55]

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"Be very clear on why you want to write a book because that will drive every step of the writing process." Susan Crossman

The writing process is different for every individual, yet the overall goal is to bring out an engaging and worthwhile read for their audiences. Susan Crossman has been helping writers to bring forth their ideas and believes that understanding the writing process and acquiring the suitable skill set is key to becoming a successful writer.

Susan Crossman helps spiritually-focused coaches, leaders, and innovators write and publish books that make a difference in their businesses and in their world through a variety of high-impact one-on-one and group coaching programs that are profound, inspiring, and fun! She takes great joy in fulfilling her mission of supporting more peace on the planet, and she believes that a well-written book can be a powerful force for good in our world.

Susan Crossman is a writer and adventuress who lives to harness the power of a good story well told. In recent years she has gone ziplining in Costa Rica, luging down a mountain in New Zealand, and trekking in the hills north of Khatmandu. She has hiked among the ruins of Macchu Pichu, danced until dawn at a London nightclub and enjoyed a Christmas Day picnic in the south of France. Having written five traditionally-published books herself, Susan works as a book coach and editor to help other forward-thinking entrepreneurs polish their stories to make a difference in the world. She also speaks several languages and she has earned both a Master Practitioner designation in Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) and a Master's degree in English.

She is trained in the Language, and Behavior (LAB) Profile and the Enneagram system of personality profiling, and she is a certified Awakening Coach. Susan also knows the human heart inside out and upside down. She's a writer's writer who teaches and a reader's writer who inspires. More than anything else, she is a storyteller. As a content marketer, Susan heads a team that helps organizations add value to client relationships through outstanding content marketing programs. If you need help telling your business story online, please see the array of content marketing services Crossman Communications makes available through Content with Clarity.

In today's episode, Susan will discuss the writing process and the guiding principles when writing a book.

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I've been a writer since I was a little girl, and that's what I've done with my entire career. [4:05]
I recognized along the way that I wanted to write a book, so my first book took me 13 years to write. [4:43]
I recognized that I had this skill set that can be very helpful for other people who want to write books. [4:58]
I've written five books now, and I have a skill set around it and understand the process. [5:03]
Now I help other people write the books that will make a difference in their worlds because sometimes we need a little help. [5:08]
There are so many ways of writing a book, and everybody has a slightly different process for doing it, but we judge ourselves terribly when we're writing books, and yet we don't need to do that. [6:05]
Many people come to me and say they have no idea how to write a book which means that there's a lack of knowledge about the process itself. [7:45]
When I was writing my first book, the writing itself didn't get in my way one little bit; rather, it was everything else around writing a book that I didn't know how to do. [8:00]
You go through certain phases as you're writing a book, and the more you know about that, the more confident you can be in approaching that book. [8:16]
That first book is a book that is not supported by our brain because we haven't developed the neural network that needs to be in place for us to be writing fluidly and comfortable. [8:46]
The other piece that seems to be an issue for many people is lack of focus. [9:26]
It is okay if it's unfamiliar because it's unfamiliar for just about everybody that first time they write a book, just keep at it and don't give up. [11:56]
Many people don't have enough commitment, but you almost have to be obsessed with getting this book done. [12:11]
If you're serious about this, make a commitment and have that same time to write every day or every week. [12:40]
A novel can be a much more challenging project to get leverage on than a nonfiction book because we can justify a nonfiction book as part of our thought leadership. [14:06]
I would invite everyone to entertain the idea that you have a real purpose in writing a book for the world and yourself. [15:15]
Commercial break [16:30]
Currently, about 80% of the North American population has thought about writing a book someday. [18:04]
40% of that 80% get started and do a start-up of some sort, but only 2% of that 40% go ahead and finish their manuscript. [18:25]
It does take a huge amount of commitment to finish a book, and it's important to get some leverage on ourselves to take that project right through to the finish line. [19:34]
The important thing about commitment is to have a time and a place when you consistently work on that book. [19:48]
If it seems inconvenient to you to carve out time, whatever it is, recognize it's not for the rest of your life; rather, it is only for the time it takes to get the book done. [21:37]
I've learned that when I commit to sit down at a specific time, in a specific place consistently for a specific period, the writing Genie finds out how to get hold of me. [22:43]
Many people feel they have to be perfect writers and have reasons why they can't write a book; however, that's not the truth. [23:28]
You can ask for help with your writing, so take advantage of the people who love you and even strangers who love to do this for fun, and send that book out for assistance. [24:25]
Many of my clients are using Otter.ai, which you speak into it, and it generates a transcript of everything you say, sends it to your inbox, and then you edit that. [26:02]
You are becoming an author, and that is worth putting yourself out for because it is a big deal to become an author. [27:24]
Find out from yourself why you want to write a book and be very clear on your way because that will drive every step of the writing process. [29:37]

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"Failure is nothing more than feedback, and feedback makes you better and stronger." Michelle Thompson

How can something good come from such great tragedy and misfortune? That is the question that our guest today, Michelle Thompson, grappled with at some point in her life. However, as she and many of us come to learn, bearing these misfortunes with a positive attitude can bring with it good fortunes.

Michelle Thompson went from being an MBA graduate to having a second-grade IQ level overnight after suffering from a life-altering stroke at only 36 years of age. Literally starting her life over again, she's had to learn how to automate and outsource as much as humanly possible. Now she's on a mission to help others find freedom from all the unnecessary tasks they do, using the strategies and systems she's successfully created for herself.

After receiving her bachelor's degree in counseling from Valley Forge University, she went on to earn her MBA in finance and entrepreneurship from Ashford University. After suffering a life-altering stroke, she left her corporate career and built systems to help her navigate day-to-day life and business. Her business, Awesome Outsourcing LLC, was born by combining her strategies with her talents of untangling people's problems to create actionable and easy-to-follow plans for them to hand things off.

Michelle teaches people how to delegate and outsource tasks correctly so they can gain back their time and their lives. Awesome Outsourcing, LLC specializes in organic Facebook and LinkedIn lead generation, creating omnipresent content for entrepreneurs, and virtual administrative services. Her courses include how to delegate tasks to others without a dip in quality or the need to micromanage, helping clients hire, train, and manage a team, and how to hand tasks off to be magically delivered back, completed.

Her podcast Automate to Dominate follows her amazing journey of automating and outsourcing her way to financial freedom, sharing everything she learns along the way about building multiple passive income streams in numerous areas of life. This show is for entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to build passive income streams to create the freedom they have always dreamt about and aren't afraid to work for it.

In today's episode, Michelle will discuss her life journey that led to the birth of her outsourcing business. She will also talk about automation and how to delegate tasks to free yourself and your time to be more productive.

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I had a stroke and went into physical and occupational therapy for about three years learning how to walk and talk again. [3:05]
I was stuck in a rut, and one day my physical therapist had enough called me out on my whining and went ahead to show me how to have a pretty normal life where she slowly taught me how to systematize everything in my life. [3:30]
I live in a very controlled environment now where I have Google mini in each room to help me methodically do most things. [4:38]
I decided to implement this automation in business. I had a little side hustle which was just a blog with some affiliate links, but since I couldn't write anymore, I had to teach somebody how to write as I would have written. [5:05]
I slowly taught them keyword research for SEO, finding an affiliate link, and writing the best article on the internet. [5:26]
I could talk in a video and systematize it, then about three or four months later, all these blog posts started showing up, and they were just automatically happening. [5:43]
My colleagues came to me asking how I was able to do it, and I told them that I had outsourced it all, and they asked me to show them how I did it. [5:54]
We did it, and it worked out well, and the company Awesome Outsourcing was born, and we decided that we were going to do it to make a difference and not for money. [6:12]
We took everything that we hated about outsourcing, and we flipped it on its head and made it a positive by systematizing [6:27]
We turned it into this amazing product where we now hire somebody and pay for their training. [7:27
They love working for us because they love our culture and the team, and on the other side, we're creating standard operating procedures and systems for business owners that we're helping. [7:41[
We make it easy to download your brain, turn it into a standard operating procedure, and then it gets created as if you would have done it. [8:58]
Commercial break [9:42]
I did the podcast as a project because people kept asking me how I automated everything, so I decided to educate everybody. [10:37]
We took every piece of software that I love using, and we brought the business owner on, and I explained how I use it in my business to automating, and the business owner explains why that piece of software is so powerful and how it can help and how you can pair it with a virtual assistant so that it becomes effective. [10:51]
For this week, write down everything that you touch, both business and personal which then I will ask you to delete that altogether and see what happens. [12:00]
If it doesn't affect your business, you should strike that off the list and not do it for a month and see if you can get rid of that. [12:12]
The second thing is to take a look at that list and identify what has to be done, but you don't necessarily have to do it and, therefore, can hand it off to a piece of software or to another human to do it. [12:26]
The third thing is to identify what you have to keep doing personally so that you're doing 10 percent and letting your team do the other 90 percent. [12:41]
We can do this with all parts of our lives, not just in business, but also in personal life too. [13:09]
If we ask our brains a question, it will inevitably give us an answer, and we just have to ask the right questions. [14:12];.
Often, we don't think about the brain capacity that we waste on writing because, in the back of your mind, you are worried about tasks you haven't accomplished. [18:34]
When we hand that off and permit somebody else to worry about it, it frees up so much brain capacity that we can have a crystal clear focus on what we're doing. [18:48]
Don't be afraid to hop in; it doesn't have to be perfect. So many times, we put this thing on ourselves that it has to be perfect, but if you'll permit yourself to fail, failure is nothing more than feedback, and feedback makes you better and makes you stronger. [21:26]
If you haven't delegated yet, and you're nervous, start with a tiny task. And if you do one at a time, it will snowball in a positive way, and you'll end up with more time Just take the plunge. [21:40]

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"If you want to ignite a warrior within, most of it comes from your mindset." Jeanie Coomber

Every person is unique and different, embodying their set of values, beliefs, experiences, influences, and cultural backgrounds. Your best self is that which has identified, acknowledged, and appreciated the differences in your abilities and continuously finds ways in which you can put them into full use. Our guest today, Jeanie Coomber, believes that by discovering your best self, you unleash the warrior within, making you more effective in your endeavors.

Jeanie Coomber earned her Warrior stripes through her journey of stirring her intellect and evoking her soul. She is still as relentless today about her personal growth as when she began her entrepreneurial journey. Before becoming a leader in creating thought-provoking media and content in support of working professionals, she spent decades as a world-class executive coach, helping smart, savvy, and sincere leaders ascend to the next level and become warriors themselves.

Whether she is interviewing a CEO or a subject matter expert, speaking at a conference, facilitating panel discussions, or coaching executives, she is known for being contemplative, captivating, and direct. Even more, it's Jeanie's ability to unearth valuable insights from her guests that allows her audiences to connect with unlimited choices, freedom, happiness, and courage in their careers and lives.

Above all, Jeanie's mission is to unleash the greater consciousness and joy that's only possible through the act of stirring and releasing your inner wisdom and become the master of your own life. Jeanie's ultimate vision is to create a band of warriors in the workplace who are ready to go from the predictable to the potent. As part of achieving this vision, Jeanie launched the Warriors at Work podcast and show, and Warrior Conversations, a virtual monthly group discussion and quarterly in-person event focused on a topic of significance to working professionals.

Jeanie has been recognized by NJ Biz as one of the Best 50 Women in Business and holds certifications from Corporate Coach U, The International Coaching Federation, The NeuroLeadership Institute and is a graduate of Columbia University Business School's Personal Leadership program.

With over 25 years of business experience, Jeanie is an expert in executive performance, project management, process improvement, relationship building, and team empowerment and has coached countless individuals across the globe on how to make significant leaps forward in their careers and lives. A sought-after speaker, Jeanie loves sharing the story of her personal Warrior Journey and nothing thrills her more than showing others how to activate their own Warrior Magic.

In today's episode, our guest will talk about shifting the mindset to align it to purpose. She will also give tips and insights on how to be your best self by tapping into the physical.

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I think it's important to start with the word warrior, and as a coach for the last 16 years, I have worked with leaders literally around the world in various industries. [3:34]
I have always done this one-to-one work listening to what's going on within this person that makes them unique and powerful in the world. [3:46]
I gravitated to the word warrior when I was considering expanding my footprint. [3:39]
When a warrior is a brave and experienced soldier, they demonstrate bravery and courage and optimism, and a willingness to step forward into things. [4:09]
This embodied what I would see in the conversations that I was having with leaders around the world. [4:23]
I took a big chance on myself, brought in some great experts, and decided to expand my footprint to provide a platform to get into dialogue with men and women in the workplace and to talk about things beyond professional attributes. [4:51]
What makes us unique and brings us magic when we are at our best are the things outside of our professional attributes, such as our intuition, our soul, and our ability to assess situations and people. [5:20]
I decided to create a platform that provides for us to talk about all things, and that was really the impetus behind expanding what I was doing in the world and providing a platform to do that. [5:34]
I launched my brand last February, thinking I was going to have all the time in the world to make this shift from executive coaching. [6:14]
March hit, and I lost about 40% of my business very quickly because no one was hiring an executive coach, and all my travel got canceled. [6:43]
I felt this calling to get into service to the business community, so I grabbed my phone and started serving up as much as I could through Facebook Live, which was the quickest, most efficient way to get content and conversation out there. [6:51]
What I got in return was tremendous community, and I learned so much about myself because I was going through it like everybody else. [7:12]
Through the conversation, the brand took flight, and I was able to bring forward a lot of the concepts and the things that I had thought to bring forward in a practical and robust way. [7:24]
Now it is more of a sophisticated platform, but the concept in the original intention is the same. [7:48]
It's intended to be in service to the business community. We're talking about things that are more than our professional attributes and not being afraid of all of those things that make you unique and powerful in the world. [7:58]
I still do executive coaching and what I have noticed is that we have expanded our capacity in the world, and we have a lot more to us than we realize. [9:51]
What I think will happen is there's going to be really deliberate conscious shifts in how we show it in our lives. [11:02]
All of the lessons, insights and wisdom that we've gained in the last year and half needs to be a part of the narrative. [14:54]
In my opinion, there is a massive change happening, and organizations are looking at people and talent through a very different lens like never before. [15:41]
I am also really excited about Gen Z coming into the workplace, what they're going to bring and how they will elevate. [16:06]
Commercial Break. [17:08]
The most common theme that I've seen that ignites the worrier within is when I asked the question, "when you are most effective, and you are at your best, what does it look and feel like?" [18:49]
When you think about your most effective version of yourself, that is your steady and anchor. [19:32]
There are a couple of ways that you can get there and some of my favorite techniques are tapping into your physical and not just relying upon your intellectual horsepower. [19:41]
Your power center is right around your diaphragm which is right below your rib cage, and when you breathe, it triggers the parasympathetic system just by physically touching that part of your body. [20:15]
Another one of my favorite things is putting your finger on the forehead right between the eyebrows, bringing your chin to your chest, uncrossing your legs, and making sure those feet are firmly on the ground and you sit and breathe. [21:39]
Your forehead right between your eyebrows is where your prefrontal cortex is and is usually where your best self is. [22:05]
Just by pointing to it also allows you to bring all of your energy back to your executive thinking mind, interrupt all of the noise, and bring forth a great version of yourself. [22:13]
Another way to amplify If ever you get nervous or someone's coming at you, always uncross your feet and get your body in an expansive position. [24:25]
If you want to ignite a warrior within, most of it comes from your mindset. [25:54]
Being afraid, constricting, or having insecurities is all normal and all people go through it, and I learned that naming wherever you are normalizes it. [27:01]
Take that question around your most effective self, put pen to paper when you're most effective, and put language behind it. It will help you to inform what your next move is. [28:46]
If you have something that's always playing in the background, just by putting pen to paper, it will help bring some of that up. That is information that will help you step more and more into the best version of yourself. [29:21]

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"Your mindset is the biggest barrier between what you want out of life, where you are now and where you're trying to be." Georgia Woodbine

The single most important step you can ever take in your life is cultivating the right mindset. This is because having the right mindset plays a crucial role in determining how you perceive and cope with challenges that life throws your way. Today, our guest, Georgia Woodbine, who lives to empower people to go after their best life, says that it all starts with a shift in the mindset.

Georgia Woodbine is one of the world's top female speakers and expert personal and professional development coach and has helped to motivate and inspire an entire generation. She is widely known as a change agent, author, lifestyle transformation coach, and dynamic and entertaining speaker. Georgia has been featured in media outlets such as; The Daily News, Huffington Post, Rolling Out Magazine, Sirius Radio XM.

Georgia created a curriculum and lectured at The Learning Annex, one of the premier producers of seminars, lectures, classes, and workshops throughout North America. She has also been a guest speaker at Time Warner Cable, Columbia University, Stony Brook University, Rutgers University, Howard University, Medgar Evers College, Monroe College, Georgian Court University, as well as a long list of other network organizations. She has authored several books and has over fifteen years of entrepreneurial business success as well as an extensive marketing background working in the entertainment industry with; Def Jam, PolyGram, WNYU Radio, WQHT-Hot 97, Black Enterprise Magazine, and the Apollo Theatre where she honed her management, promotions, and marketing skills.

Georgia created and developed a curriculum based on her book, "How to Choose Your Career Path: Charting Your Success," and lectured at numerous school districts and colleges to help prepare students with employment tools and life skills. She has been a life coach for over thirteen years and has trained and coached hundreds of people. In love with life, Georgia enjoys being an empowerment advocate for others to find their true purpose. She captures her audiences with her message of hope, inspiration, and the power of intention. Her passion continues to touch countless souls in their pursuit of happiness.

In today's episode, Georgia will talk about her personal journey and the evolution to becoming who she is today. She will also explain why a shift in mindset is the first step to changing all other aspects of your life.

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I am a change agent, a lightworker, teacher, writer, author, speaker, and a lifestyle transformation coach. [3:04]
My mission in life is to empower others to live in their highest potential, share my personal journey, and teach them how to confront the things they want to change. [3:17]
One of the things I always teach as a life coach is that everybody should have a mission statement and when I say that to people, they look at me like I have two heads. [3:41]
A mission statement helps you stay focused, gives you clarity, helps you be in alignment, and allows you to prioritize your time based on what's important to you. [4:01]
Once you understand what that mission statement is, you can tap into your gifts, talents, natural abilities, skill set, and job experience, and you can pull all those things together to create the life you love. [4:18]
My personal journey on transformation began about 16 years ago at a point in my life where I was dealing with major [5:34]
When you are pushed up against a wall, and you see your life unraveling before your eyes, that's when you're forced to look deeper within and are forced to confront yourself and ask the tough questions. [ 5:52]
The most important question that I ever asked myself was, "Why am I here?" and that is tied to your purpose, your passion, and the things that bring you joy and [6:18]
Most people don't even realize that they either have a fixed mindset that comes from the belief that your qualities are carved in stone or a growth mindset that comes from the belief that you can create anything that you want at any given time. [8:00]
When you have a fixed mindset, you prefer to stay with what's familiar and tend not to try new things because you feel it's so hard or challenging. [8:21]
When you have a growth mindset, you believe that your qualities are things that you can cultivate through work and effort and that you can change anything at any given time in your life. [8:36]
You have a growth mindset when you embrace change and new opportunities, and you understand that when you're challenged, there's room for growth for you to evolve. [8:54]
When you have a growth mindset, they inspire you to try when you see someone else succeeding. [9:12]
It is so important for people to laser in and understand what kind of mindset they have to change it. [9:30]
Commercial break. [9:42]
Your mindset is the biggest barrier between what you want out of life, where you are now, and where you're trying to be. [10:57]
Sometimes in life, you have to retrain your mindset, including retraining your thoughts and belief systems. [11:14]
Society puts labels on us all the time, but it's really about finding out who you are, beyond those labels. [11:27]
The hardest thing for people is to understand who is the true self, but when you get to the place of the true self, you understand that you are authentic. [11:44]
I realized that I have come to the realization of my true self and that I have the power to create whatever I desire, which may not happen exactly when I wanted to, but it will happen. [12:14]
When you retrain your mindset, your thoughts cannot be incapable of what you were trying to create. [12:30]
You have to be aligned mentally, emotionally, physically if you're trying to manifest change in your life with what you're trying to create. [12:36]
The magic in my life began when I started to understand how to let go and living in the present moment, not worrying about your past and not fretting about your future. [13:58]
I love the quote by Dr. Dwayne Dwyer, which says, "when you change the way you look at things, the things you look at chang" [14:25]
When you achieve the things you want, you're going to desire more things, so it is important to understand your why and your motive behind why you do what you do. [15:00]
The first step to changing anything in your life is to change your mindset, and it is the first and most important step to achieving anything you want in life. [16:08]
You have to develop a plan of action because nothing happens until something moves. You have to take action steps daily to achieve whatever you want to achieve in life. [16:32]
Make a commitment to yourself and discover your true motivation behind why you want to achieve these goals. [16:44]
Understand that behind every goal lies a deeper meaning that is motivating your desire, and it is important to understand what that is. [16:55]
Take small steps, and don't be afraid to revise your plan and goal. If you take baby steps, you will not be so overwhelmed with trying to make this change happen soon, but you will be taking steps to make it happen. [17:03]
You have to learn how to simplify your life and once you learn to do that, you learn not to let things distract your purpose. [18:40]
When you are connected to that higher part of yourself, you learn to create the life you love by controlling your thoughts, feelings, and emotions. [19:05]
Always focus on your why because when you focus on your why you tend to focus on the things you want and less on the things you don't want. [20:46]

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"The overall point in sharing information is that you're giving people something that they can be able to relate to, and you're doing it in a way that they can understand." Nathan Perez

Regardless of your profession or where you are in your career progression, the importance of networking can not be overlooked. When done right, networking can bring tremendous benefits both professionally and personally. For some people, networking may feel uncomfortable, but our guest today, Nathan Perez, insists that networking is not as complex as it has been portrayed and involves exchanging information.

Besides being a genuine and hardworking introvert, Nathan Perez is also an award-winning author, a national speaker, and an executive and job search career coach at career innovation. He comes from unusually unique and diverse professional backgrounds himself and has a rare viewpoint on networking and how that relates to job search and career development.

Nathan is a formerly trained actor with a bachelor's degree in fine arts and theatre. His 20-year career in the arts was supported by simultaneously developing a business career, which involved an inordinate amount of resumes, networking meetings, and interviews in multiple businesses and industries. Utilizing that background, Nathan ties together his deep live audience experience with almost 15 years in the executive search industry, delivering dozens of webinars, seminars, and guest speaking engagements each year on the topics of networking, job search, and career development.

Before his work as an executive career coach, Nathan held the title of Vice President of Research in the retained search industry, where he was responsible for the first step of the executive recruitment process, devising strategies of "where and how to find" qualified candidates for all national and global search engagements. Consequently, networking was and continues to be a day-to-day function of his job. As a result, and because of his combined professional expertise, Nathan regularly works with professionals from different backgrounds and experience levels. This includes everyone from Hollywood movie stars and producers to sound engineers, fashion designers, new college grads, non-profit and civic leaders, veterans, and senior global executives.

He has been cited by The Huffington Post as one of the most connected people on LinkedIn worldwide. He is a member of the Actors Equity Association union (AEA); a voting union member of The Screen-Actors Guild (SAG-AFTRA); the Author's Guild; and served as Vice Chair at The Loft Literary Center, the nation's largest literary and writing organization. He is an Honorary Commander with the 934th Airlift Wing, U.S. Air Force Reserve, home of the Global Vikings.

In today's episode, our guest will talk about why networking is the most important skill you need for career development. He will also provide us with insightful tips on how to get the best out of networking meetings.

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I'm a professional speaker, an executive career coach, and I've been doing that for about eight years. [3:44]
Before that, I was in the executive retained search industry, where I found the executive candidates for the executive recruiters to go and recruit, so networking was a major function of my overall job. [3:49]
Before that, I spent 20 years in the entertainment industry as a professional actor and writer, formally trained in BFA Theatre Arts. [4:22]
In 2012, the last firm that I had joined, I met my co-author for the book, "20 Minute Networking Meeting," which eventually turned into three more editions. [4:41]
A combination of her experience in the retained executive search industry and my experience in the retained executive search industry combined with the entertainment industry, networking was a topic that she had brought up as a bucket list idea for a book, and we jumped all over it. [4:53]
All this has led to all the professional speaking in the workshops I do, where I give around 70 webinars and workshops per year. [5:12]
Most of my speaking is geared around networking, not just job search, but networking for anything, including sales, business development, marketing, whatever it may be. [5:21]
Currently, I work with universities, the military particularly the veterans, senior executives, and corporations, both for the corporations themselves and internally on building relationships. [5:33]
Sometimes we call it networking, but at the heart of networking is relationship building, and I work with them one-on-one and in groups. [5:48]
Networking is essential to just about everything, and I don't think we necessarily think about what we're doing to be [6:37]
The word networking has gained sort of this negative connotation because of the behaviors that have been associated with it over time. [6:48]
Networking is just the obtainment and exchange of information, and so we are doing it every day in every discussion that we ever have. [7:10]
When doing an elevator pitch, you can have something general for someone you don't know anything about. [11:45]
If you're intentional about your networking, you've hopefully researched someone and talk about your background in a way that's relevant to that person you're speaking to. [11:55]
The overall point in sharing information is that you're giving people something that they can relate to, and you're doing it in a way that they can understand. [13:36]
Commercial break. [15:08]
Networking is just about the obtainment of information. [16:47]
When it comes to running a meeting, there are five steps to it based on the 20-minute networking meeting. [17:06]
The first step is just a great first impression of you in the meeting. This could be over the phone or virtual, but basically, it's just a Hello. [17:23]
The next step is a 30-60 second snapshot of your background or your professional experience. [17:45]
Step number three is the great discussion and is the bulk of your meeting. This is about 12 to 15 minutes long, and it's comprised of five key questions. [18:11]
The first three questions are very specifically formulated for your contact from the research that you've done on your contact beforehand. [18:33]
Question number four is about expanding your network where you ask for more names because people want to help and because they said yes to your meeting, more often than not, people will give up those names. [19:24]
Question number five is the kind that takes your contact by surprise but in the best possible way. That question is, "how can I help you?" [20:15]
Step number four is wrapping up the meeting. [21:32]
Step number five is following up afterward, which can be immediate or ongoing follow-up. Ongoing follow-up is about keeping your network alive with time. [21:38]
Every little piece of information that we exchange eventually kind of adds up into a big pile, and that big pile can be reserved for a continued discussion with that person, or that bigger pile could be informing other little piles that inform other discussions with other [24:31]
There is never bad information, just what you do with it. [24:49]
Understand that this networking thing is just the obtainment and exchange of information, and we're doing it all the time. [25:55]
If you can look at it this way, then every discussion you're having is networking, and if you do something with the information, you will carve out a path for you wherever you want to go. [26:10]

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“Find the things that work for you because you are not like anybody else.” Debra Levy

Many times we get caught up in the hustle and bustle of life and we struggle to create the space and time for the things that matter most to us. However, in order to access the peace and freedom that comes with productive days, we have to be intentional about what we want our days to look like. Our guest today, Debra Levy, guides people in doing the work to make their days more fulfilling and says that it all begins with self-awareness.

Debra Levy, a Certified Life, Productivity & ADHD Coach, is the owner of A Life That Fits, LLC. She is dedicated to helping her clients make time and space for what matters most in their lives. Debra begins by working with her clients to clarify what is important to them, what will make them feel happy and fulfilled, and determining what guidance and support is required to create the life they want. She focuses on areas that are a struggle for many of her clients (whether ADD/ADHD or neurotypical) including time management, hyper-focusing, distractions, the setting of goals and priorities, and establishing healthy boundaries.

Together, she and her clients work on gaining insight into what is holding them back. She helps them to become more aware of their natural abilities, modalities, and tendencies, make room for their big-picture goals and implement step-by-step solutions to help them get from where they are, to where they want to be. Debra is here to partner with her clients on a thought-provoking and productive journey to envision “A Life That Fits” their values and dreams and provide the motivation and accountability to maximize their potential.

In today’s episode, our guest will talk about what her work is all about. She will also provide some tips and insights on how people can better plan for their time by being more realistic in their estimations.

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I have transitioned from doing hands-on organizing to fully coaching now and I deal a lot with time management and productivity for people who are trying to feel less overwhelmed. [4:48]
One aspect is when people feel like they have no structure in their day or they've just too much gone on and they just don't know how to get it all done and need some help. [4:55]
Another is if they're trying to tackle some type of transition or big projects and need a little clarity and figuring out their next steps. [5:13]
I also do ADHD coaching where I go about executive functioning which is the way our brain regulates our behavior and helps us achieve our goals and manage our day. [5:34]
People are reaching out more now and there is a lot more awareness about adult ADHD. [6:44]
I try to help people to trust themselves again, and to see whatever way their brain is wired, that they have great value, and that they've got a lot of strengths just so that they feel empowered again, and not feel that they're lacking. [7:02]
Awareness is key and is the first step and once there is awareness, then someone can start to think about what they want to do with this awareness. [8:12]
When I am with our clients in a session, we talk about the actions they want to take at the end of the session. [8:25]
For those people who are very good at setting their structure, they are usually fine but the ones that had a lot of trouble were the ones that not only needed a structure in place but did not have any but also that needed that interaction socially, to be able to stay on board. [9:35]
So it is a matter of seeing who you are, and how you fit into the situation that makes a difference and that is what we explore a lot of times. [10:00]
There was a big learning experience for a lot of people going through this whole pandemic and if people were able to see the golden lining of this, it would be ideal. [11:20]
With that awareness, hopefully, people will be able to directly communicate what their needs might be to their employers. [12:25]
A lot of people reach out when trying to figure out how to get unstuck and so by discussing and talking through what their major overarching goals are, we figure out what they want to accomplish by the end of that call. [13:30]
We move them forward by being very action-based as well as figuring out these aha moments during the time. [15:14]
A lot of people do not trust in themselves to be able to make the decisions and they just have not felt the confidence so I help them to feel more empowered about doing that. [14:24]
Commercial break. [14:40]
A lot of my clients are dealing with their time management and so what I would like to talk about today is something that I go through with them when they are trying to figure out how to manage their day. [15:40]
A lot of people feel overwhelmed with managing their time and I find a big chunk of that has to do with estimating time. [15:56]
There is a concept that I learned called ramping up and down where people tend to feel that they have more time to do something than they do. [16:12]
I found that by experimenting with how they track their time, we can see how close they are to reality. [16:34]
A lot of people think that those extra steps you take before are a waste of time but it is part of the ramp and is very specific to what you have to take care of. [18:54]
One thing that I found is a great tool, which I use all the time with my clients is time timer. [22:21]
It is a great tool that helps people to visually see time disappearing and is awesome for those who do not have a great relationship with time. [22:30]
Find the things that work for you because you are not like anybody else. For your life to feel more fulfilled, you need to be able to build that toolbox that means something to you, will be consistent, and something that you enjoy. [24:30]

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“Take a minute to take stock of where you are, and if you're not where you want to be, then you have to do something to change.” Brian Dilsheimer

A lot of people are programmed to accept and pursue only what they are familiar with which ultimately limits their options and outcomes. However, there are so much more opportunities that people can explore if only they can change their perspectives and be open-minded to different opportunities. This is according to our guest today, Brian Dilsheimer, who believes that change only starts from within.

Brian Dilsheimer spent years in corporate America as a Sales and Marketing executive, managing billion-dollar brands including Cheerios and Nature Valley Granola Bars. He moved to a successful entrepreneurial career including many years as a real estate developer and homebuilder. For the past decade, he has helped others learn how they can be successful entrepreneurs themselves and establish a residual income stream to help them have the freedom to explore their personal and professional passions.

In today’s episode, our guest will talk about the opportunities in network marketing and how to cultivate the right mindset to succeed in this field.

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When I was first approached with this opportunity, I immediately declined because like a lot of people, I had a negative perception of network marketing or multi-level marketing. [3:24]
Because the person that brought it to me was somebody that I knew pretty well and I trusted, I was at least willing to listen. [3:44]
I heard the model which was all about helping people save money on services that they're using and that's a difference between what we do with ACN and Connect versus what a lot of network marketing companies do. [4:08]
I love the fact that we offer value on services that people in many cases are already using like electricity, natural gas, wireless. [4:30]
One service that we have right now that is, unfortunately, going to be the wave of the future is identity theft protection and we offer a chance for people to protect themselves in that situation and many other services as well. [4:44]
At the end of the day, what we do is we have a more efficient, go-to-market strategy and at the end of the day, I think it's more efficient to use word of mouth advertising as a way to share the virtues of a product or service. [6:01]
I think it is a great go-to-market strategy directly to the consumer, it cuts a lot of costs out and it is why these companies can be profitable and afford to pay some nice commissions at the same time. [6:48]
There are pros and cons like people that use those weight loss products, or, you know, they get passionate about it. And it's great, and you can find other people with the same needs, and you create a lot of passion. [8:04]
Sometimes with services, it's hard to manufacture that quite that same level of excitement about saving somebody a few bucks on their electric bill. [8:18]
I do think what gives it longevity and staying power is these are services that people are going to use forever which creates the opportunity for real residual income. [8:26
I don't mind working hard, but I love to work and then get paid for something over and over again. [8:56]
It is also the opportunity to create leverage with very low overhead and so create that residual income, leverage the efforts of others by having a team environment, but yet not have a lot of the risks associated with traditional businesses. [9:54]
It is pretty simple to sign up for as you have all the infrastructure already built for you. [10:35]
These companies spend a lot of time energy and money, putting together the backbone that's going to assist you and support you so that you have all the tools and the training and support that you need. [10:49]
I think that this is like anything else in the world; you have to work because you get out of it what you put into it. [11:00]
The good news is every kind of person succeeds in this business, and the only thing that they have in common is they believe in the opportunity, and they're willing to consistently talk about it. [11:38]
Commercial break. [12:15]
I have been involved with Connect for a long time and we just recently were acquired by a company called ACN. [13:15]
ACN has been around for a long time, they have a 28-year track record and were built by network marketers, and they offer 14 services in 27 countries. [13:26]
For the first time to get an opportunity to be global, super excited about that and we were excited to help them build that for the next 28 years. [13:38]
What I always like to talk about is the mindset and sometimes we are conditioned in a certain way to go get an education, go get a job work for 40 years, and create that stability, and hopefully, we can retire at some point. [14:08]
It is hard to get past conditioning especially when it's something that may not have the best perception. [14:34]
It is really important to look at everything from a fresh perspective and get all of the information and apply it to what's important to you. [15:02]
We all have stuff that keeps us up at night, and ultimately, you have to make your own decision as to whether something fits for you and whether it makes sense. [15:32]
The other thing that I would try to teach is sometimes you don't have to reinvent the wheel, there are systems in place that work, follow the people that have been before you ask questions, watch, listen, learn, and then apply that information. [16:38]
In network marketing, you are your own boss where you make your own hours and you do have to be consistent to be successful. [17:20]
The key is, one, take a minute to take stock of where you are. And if you're not where you want to be, then you have to do something to change. [20:56]
If you decide that you need some sort of a change, explore your options, look at network marketing, look at other options, but it's never too late. [21:07]
Make goals around what you want to be and make some changes where necessary, I think that you can be in a whole different place 12 months from now than you are today. So don't let that opportunity get by. [21:48]

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"It is really important to make time to get in touch with ourselves." Morgan Dorman

People-pleasing can be manifested in very many different ways. One common outcome is that it usually leads to bitterness and resentment. Many reasons can lead a person to be a people pleaser, but one key component that can help cure this habit is becoming self-aware. Our guest today, Morgan Doman, uses embodiment coaching to help people overcome the driving factors to people-pleasing and says it all starts with being in tune with your body and desires.

Morgan Doman is a Life and Clarity Coach, and she helps people-pleasers to gain clarity and confidence to grow into inspired leaders and entrepreneurs. She has years of experience in the non-profit sector which has given her a deep-rooted knowledge of how to combine business with values. Morgan is certified by the Human Potential Institute and specializes in embodiment and transformational coaching. She loves to coach and to find clarity and then support her clients in taking action to create their life.

In today's episode, Morgan will talk about her work of coaching people-pleasers and expound more on why self-awareness is key in breaking this habit. She will also give us tips on practicing self-awareness and getting more in touch with our bodies.

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https://www.instagram.com/morgan.doman/

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My biggest and most powerful tool is embodiment coaching, and that's how I shock people forward by helping them get in tune with their bodies. [2:15]
People pleasers tend to be incredible at scanning a room and knowing how to please everybody, but they tend to be very out of tune with their bodies and [2:28]
People pleasers can live a whole life doing what everybody else wants, and they have no idea what they want. [2:44]
That's why it is all about clarity and knowing what you want, but sometimes it's also just about the little things, too, like just living the life you want to live. [2:52]
I get people totally burnt out and feeling horrible and sick a lot of the time and just feeling like there's no joy. [4:20]
That was certainly the case for me three years ago, when I started in this area because I think we connect to that feeling of complete burnout. [4:39]
A lot of my work is also with mothers and with moms just helping them start to take care of themselves. [4:49]
People pleasers tend to not do anything for themselves, and if they do, it is often to serve someone else. [4:55]
I had to get sick and burnt out so that I could help myself. And then, of course, it set me on my journey helping other people do this. [5:46]
Human beings need balance, and so it's really important to bring that balance. [6:58]
I have this other part of my business, where I help entrepreneurs create and design their business to work for them and the life they want. [7:24]
Often, when entrepreneurs take time off, it's never actually used to be with [8:55]
It is really important to make time to get in touch with ourselves, and the more we do, we don't tend to burn out because we're resting in our dreams and desires. [9:18]
The really beautiful thing about a coaching space or a therapist space is that we actually can express those emotions without judgment, which in and of itself is kind of hard to find in this society. [10:21]
There is a lot of self-awareness around what happened in childhood because of this need to people please, overwork, and over-control. Our environment is always attributed back to patterns we learned in childhood. [10:35]
Commercial break. [12:10]
The more self-aware we are, the more we can do what's right and move forward on our path. [13:10]
My favorite way of doing this is to close my eyes and put my feet firmly on the ground, take a few deep breaths in so in through the nose and out through my mouth and then tune in to whatever I'm [13:48]
I love to teach people pleasers and recommend tuning into your body and not your head and identifying the feelings around this. [15:10]
The more self-aware we are, the more we can see our patterns and start following our journey through our life. [15:55]
Embodiment work is the key, especially when someone is so disconnected from their body. [18:56]
I always tell people to spend a whole day not caring about other people's feelings and see what happens. [21:13]
Remember that you only have one life, and you deserve to live it at your fullest potential and to be able to create the life of your dreams. [22:22]
That's your birthright and every human comes with onto this planet. So, if you need it, this is your invitation to shock your potential and live your life. [22:39]

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"Whatever you do, or whatever your talent or profession is, you will do much better if you deploy your assets in the right configuration." John Vespacian

There are many reasons why history matters, and when history is perceived from a biographical point of view, the stories start to be more relatable and the lessons more applicable at an individual level. Our guest today, John Vespacian, approaches history from this very interesting angle and enables people to see historical patterns that enhance their understanding and insights on how to solve the problems they presently face.

John Vespasian is the author of eleven books about rational living, including "When everything fails, try this" https://amzn.to/3xVdAbM (2009), "Rationality is the way to happiness" https://amzn.to/3spQbOL (2009), "The philosophy of builders" https://amzn.to/3CSBoRq (2010), "The 10 principles of rational living" https://amzn.to/3iOlI9P (2012), "Rational living, rational working" https://amzn.to/3xSJWUS (2013), "Consistency: The key to permanent stress relief" https://amzn.to/3z7TGfr (2014), "On becoming unbreakable" https://amzn.to/3iOKk2i (2015), "Thriving in difficult times" https://amzn.to/3xW55NP (2016), "Sequentiality: The amazing power of finding the right sequence of steps" https://amzn.to/3iSZ1kN (2017), "Undisrupted: How highly-effective people deal with disruptions" https://amzn.to/3k06ldZ (2019), and "Asymmetry: The shortcut to success when success seems impossible" https://amzn.to/3iPwEnM (2020).

Vespasian has lived in Germany, Italy, France, Spain, and The Netherlands. His books combine his passion for history, investing, and personal development, reflecting his philosophy of rational living, productiveness, and respect for the individual. The purpose of Vespacian's work is to draw practical lessons from history and believes that if a person wants to make good decisions, they have to look at the big picture and learn from the wisdom accumulated in centuries of human experience. He argues that knowledge is the only valid response to stress, the only formula that can make a person more effective. His books contain the wisdom he has accumulated in decades of research, and he believes that it is all about learning from other people's successes and mistakes and figuring out how to apply those principles to your own life. In every book, Vespacian goes through biographies and historical events with the goal of extracting from them lessons that people can use right now.

In this episode, our guest will tell us more about his approach to history and how he uses the lessons to educate people on handling present situations. He will also highlight a few of the biographies in his book and the lessons derived from them.

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What I do is combine my history with personal development. [2:58]
Each of my books contains the essence of short biographies of people from different professions, centuries, and countries. [3:03]
I try to extract the patterns of success and the patterns of failure by analyzing real stories from real people, which I consider to be a very practical approach to history. [3:13]
I look at history as a major teacher of thinking patterns of behavior of human nature where if you don't learn from history, you are likely to repeat the same mistakes that people made centuries ago. [3:40]
Unfortunately, the history we learn at school is usually presented in a very useless way, which makes people very frustrated with it. [3:55]
I am trying to change this pattern in my books by having a perspective of history that is super practical and entertaining because I try to extract from each biography key points that people can use today in their daily lives. [4:07]
My latest book titled asymmetry contains the message that to be successful in life and get something done, it is much easier to do it if you take an asymmetric approach giving the example of Mozart, a very famous musician. [4:46]
A lesson from the book is that whatever you do or whatever your talent or profession is, you will do much better if you deploy your assets in the right configuration. [7:44]
In the book, I analyze in great detail, how Hannibal who was a general, fought against the Roman Empire very successfully for almost 20 years with fewer soldiers in a foreign territory. [7:57]
A very important lesson from history is that you should not get discouraged because you have fewer resources, are less experienced, or have fewer contacts than other people. If you deploy what you have in the right configuration, you can multiply your effectiveness. [9:06]
Another lesson from the book is from using chess players to compare their actual lives with their way of playing chess. [ 9:55]
There is a great component of personal style when you play chess, as it is a game that allows people to deploy their personalities. [10:12]
It is very interesting to see from the great masters how they manage to win when they're playing chess, especially when they had everything against them. [10:22]
In the book Asymmetry, I recount the story of Alekhine, who was a grandmaster or world champion, in the 1920s and 1930s, before the Second World War. [10:34]
The biography is fascinating because one of the things you learn from his personal life and his way of playing is that you will have situations in life where you can't figure out the right strategy because you don't have all the elements or the situation is too complex. Still, you will eventually find an opening and win the battle by taking small initiatives and testing the waters. [10:56]
Commercial Break. [12:54]
It is very important that in life, you get the right perspective, and for most people, this is going to be 85 years to try to see progress in perspective, because otherwise, it's very easy to go crazy, it's very easy to become desperate if you take a very short-term perspective. [14:15]
If you take this perspective, you will see your problems from a different perspective as long as you keep using your time effectively and try to improve the situation little by little; after a few years, you will not even remember. [15:13]
One thing that I am very skeptical about in my books is positive thinking in the way that most people understand it. [16:42]
People don't realize that positive thinking is very dangerous unless coupled with rational and consistent action because it makes people super anxious. [17:18]
It is much better to have a low-key approach to try to come up first with a solid plan and objective you can pursue, and then you will have plenty of time to become enthusiastic. [18:02]
The results of the analysis are that most successful careers are asymmetric. This is very important to understand because when you analyze the lives of successful people in history, you see that many of them became successful after failures. [19:24]
When you look at the biographies in detail, you will see the enormous amount of failure and distress. It is only by doing asymmetric strategies, trying different things, and focusing on what works that people will emerge successful and happy. [21:32]
Another aspect that I often underline in my books is that you have to find sustainable ways to take care of your health before you become sick. [22:29]
I spend a lot of time researching Ancient Medicine, especially herbal medicine and ancient Greek medicine. I have to tell you that the principles of maintaining your health have been known since ancient Greek and haven't changed a lot despite new technology. [23:14]
When you go to Ancient Greece and see that people lived fairly long and were able to stay healthy with very few resources, there are important lessons to draw. [23:39]
One of the good habits I think everybody should acquire because it's very inexpensive and beneficial is to get used to drinking herbal tea such as chamomile, mint, sage. [23:52]
Whatever business you do, wherever your profession or career, you have to find a way by looking at your processes, dedication, and time allocation to develop asymmetric advantages. [25:59]
You have to spend time identifying the steps that add most of the value to what you're doing and try to focus and optimize on those. [26:26]
I have the biography of Velasquez, a very famous artist in the 17th century, and he made a fortune just because he changed his procedure. [27:17]
It would be best to spend some time per month, maybe a couple of hours, trying to read some history or something that you find interesting to gain some perspective. [30:25]
It is a very good investment which will make you much more logical in your thinking and much more relaxed because you will get the perspective of the centuries [30:58]

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[When everything fails, try this] [By: Vespasian, John] [February, 2012]

Thriving in difficult times: Twelve lessons from Ancient Greece to improve your life today

Consistency: The key to permanent stress relief

Asymmetry: The shortcut to success when success seems impossible

Rationality is the way to happiness: The theory and practice of rational living

The philosophy of builders: How to build a great future with the pieces from your past

Sequentiality: The amazing power of finding the right sequence of steps

On becoming unbreakable: How normal people become extraordinarily self-confident

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"Loyalty is at the bottom of human relationships, and the way to become the most effective human being is to become purely loyal to everybody." Richard Messing

When addressing chronic problems, organizations often struggle to acknowledge the complex human component. Most often, you will find that organizations solve these problems by understanding and learning the language and logic required to address the human condition. This is according to our guest today, Richard Messing, who believes that it all starts by getting the organization's belief system right.

People are seeking greater meaning, freedom, and growth in their personal and professional lives. Because the source of freedom, meaning, and growth is poorly understood, they are often difficult to achieve and maintain. For this reason, in 2004, Richard Messing embarked on a research project culminating in The Ethic of Human Repair, the intellectual property that documents the underlying principles and methods that describe, explain, and solve chronic personal or organizational problems where human freedom, meaning, and growth pertain.

Richard is a published writer, invited conference speaker, and thought leader on the human condition in general and free will in particular. In 2019, Richard formed Kotel Group LLC, an ethics-based business consulting firm, to rehabilitate and transform chronically underperforming for-profit or non-profit organizations that resist conventional management interventions and methodologies. In 2020, Richard established the ethics-based Kotel Business Community and believes it is impossible to master this essential and ethical business concept without the key insight that the human condition is fundamentally paradoxical.

In today's episode, our guest will talk more about the human condition and its importance in solving organizational problems. He will also give insights into loyalty and why he considers it the fundamental basis for meaningful and successful human relationships.

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I became fascinated with the idea that problems become chronic because it meant that people had tried many different things, even the most conventional methods, but they can't seem to crack the problem. [ 3:25]
I wanted to find out what causes a human problem to become chronic. [3:49]
Sixteen years ago, I just started my research project, and what I do is coming to help the client when they have unsuccessfully tried to solve their problems with their people. [4:14]
I teach my clients something about the human condition that they don't understand, which is that the human condition is paradoxical, and when you learn this, you learn a language and logic that you can use to analyze your chronic problems, then start to resolve. [4:46]
A false belief is when you believe something is true when it's actually false and when this happens, the information you're believing is true now lives inside your nervous system as true. [6:12]
Our nervous system uses our belief system to generate our perceptions, which determines our behavior. [6:37]
I teach my clients that they have a false belief about their own business and how to manage people and that's why they're having this chronic problem. [7:26]
I then teach them how false beliefs work and why they create chronic problems, and after that, we can then start analyzing their false beliefs and correct them. [7:45]
When a client of mine is so certain about why they have their problem, I challenge them that if they were right, they would be able to solve the problem. [8:48]]
I teach people and show them that you can have a perfectly sensible, common sense explanation for something completely false. [9:06]
I am not afraid to challenge my clients right from the beginning, and I believe that they wouldn't be hiring me if they knew what they were doing. [10:28]
People will either open up and be willing to be coached, or I can't help them. [11:01]
A coach can't be afraid to confront and challenge their client, and if there's an ounce of fear in the coach, he's not going to be an effective coach. [11:32]
Commercial break. [13:30]
I did a little research and discovered that loyalty and royalty are the same words, except for the first letter. [15:01]
Loyalty is at the bottom of human relationships, and the way to become the most effective human being is to become purely loyal to everybody. [18:29]
The definition of loyalty is to put the commitments of others first and not for your gain, and this is the ethic of service. [18:50]
When you do that, you show up as their asset, which creates value, much more value than it costs to maintain. [19:44]
You may have a business contract with them which is a trade and has nothing to do with loyalty, and therefore that's not what counts. [20:15]
What counts is your loyalty and whether or not you will do whatever you can to help them fulfill their commitments. [20:37]
When they perceive you that way, you become their asset, and they will want to keep you around, and your kingdom will grow. [20:47]
The secret to becoming a fully loyal human being is paradoxical, where you need to ask yourself whether you are a selfless or selfish person. [21:10]
Most people are both, and it is human nature to be both selfless and selfish. 21:23]
The master, who is the trusted adviser, knows when that little voice in his head says to him, "What am I getting out of this?" That's the voice that's going to cause you to become loyal. [21:30]
You can't become loyal in order to gain personally because that is being selfish. [21:48]
A master understands the paradoxical nature of the human division, so you have to watch out for that and ask what kind of human being you want to be. [22:45]
My suggestion is to commit and declare to yourself that you will be 100% loyal to everybody, which after thinking through, I realized that there is no downside to that. [23:05]
In the olden days, people would shake hands, which would create a bond of trust, but today, lawyers have to have the contracts and write up the contracts. [24:26]
You can't write a contract about loyalty or put it in the book. It has to be created, and you have to interact with your employees and your clients, and prospective clients as a loyal person. [24:55]
If you do it to create demand, now you're selfish and it is called mixed motivations, which is why people don't trust other people. [25:40]
We are talking about the nature of the human condition, and loyalty is human, and if you become that kind of a human being, it will communicate, and people will get it. [28:19]
Once you have achieved and have all of your personal needs met, spend the rest of your life figuring out how to serve other people. [29:51]
Let your life be about serving others, and your kingdom will grow, and you will be taken care of guaranteed. [30:15]

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"Life is about motion, and so you have to keep moving forward and trying something new." John Davis

Our perception plays a crucial role in how we recover from life-altering events. Being able to focus on the moment can allow us to transcend these experiences and challenges and come out better than we were. Our guest today, John Davis, is a living example of what positive focus and remaining present in the moment can do to turn misfortunes into opportunities to achieve greatness.

At 22 years old, John Davis' spine broke in half, dashing his dreams of being a Stuntman, Fight Director, and Martial Artist. Doctors told him he might never walk again, and if he did he could never have a physical career. Using what he now calls the "Five F Formula," John Overcame the limiting beliefs of others and brought himself back. He went on to perform over four thousand live comedy sword fighting stunt shows worldwide, including performing more than one hundred shows on the most remote bases in both Iraq and Afghanistan on six USO tours.

He is now an internationally known Speaker, Comedian, Fight Director, and Action Hero. As an international entertainer, John has traveled extensively throughout the world speaking to audiences of all ages and backgrounds in 30 countries and over four thousand live performances. John encourages his audiences to set and reach their highest potentials and awaken their inner action heroes!

In today's episode, John will talk about his life journey and the events that led him to who he is today. He will also give insights on how to be positive in life and kick out fear by implementing what he refers to as the five Fs.

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Back when I was a kid, I wanted to be a swashbuckler, and I was fortunate I had 1000s of acres of woods behind my house, which I knew every square inch of it. [3:10]
I ended up getting drugged to a Renaissance Festival and started working on a Renaissance Festival in Maryland. [3:33]
I met two of the top fighters in the country who gave me a great gift: a series of positive reinforcement that I had never gotten from my alcoholic and abusive father. [3:38]
I ended up having these two gentlemen, who were just incredible men, also say to me that they thought I had talent as an actor and a combatant, and they ended up giving me all their training for free. [3:50]
I was feeling really good about myself and was going for my black belt, and at that point, I was strong. I was buff, and I was feeling like a rock-hard, masculine guy. [4:03]
A buddy of mine asked me to go over to his house and help unload his van, and I agreed. [4:23]
He had a van filled with 80-pound boxes of clay. I picked up the very first box, and as I turned to set it outside of the van, my spine broke in half due to the twisting action. [4:34]
At the hospital, the doctor said that I had a condition called spina bifida and would probably never walk again. Even if I did, I definitely would never have a physical career and needed to change my [4:51]
I was lying in that bed in the hospital, and a friend of mine came in, and he brought me a book to read, written by Bruce Lee, the greatest martial artist that ever lived. [5:22]
When Bruce wrote that book, as I came to find out, he was in traction in the hospital and had just been told he'd never do martial arts again. [5:46]
I started reading that book, and it was about his philosophy on martial arts, not about a technique where I found a couple of things that I latched on to quickly. [6:06]
One of them was staying in my present moment, and the other was mental flexibility. Whenever adversity comes up, by staying very flexible in those moments, you can achieve anything. [6:15]
Because I had to stay very present, I could not invest in the future that the doctors were giving me; I couldn't take their beliefs but my own belief. [6:25]
I started flexing the muscles of my upper neck and slowly over the course of a month, flexed all the muscles down my back until I got to my injury. [6:42]
I started flexing my hips, which was below the injury, and the doctors were blown away since within a month, I was moving the hips that they thought we never move again. [6:51]
A couple of weeks later, I was able to sit up, walk down the hallway, and go to the bathroom on my own, and then at a year, I was back to what I would say was normal physicality. [6:59]
I did not take the doctor's belief and did what I had to do, and after a year and six months, I was back to my full physical self. [7:33]
I'm fortunate because I was raised as a young Catholic boy, and when I turned 18, my mother told me that spirituality is a personal journey and that I needed to find my [8:37]
I traveled all over India and all through the Middle East, and studied every form of spirituality I could find, and I found the universal truth in all of it. [8:50]
When I look back at what I did to get out of that bed right now, I come back to a couple of things. [9:00]
Buddha says, 'what you think, you become, you create your world,' Gandhi says, 'You must be the change you want to see in your world,' the Bible says, 'as a man thinketh so is he,' and Jesus said 'whatever you ask in God's name will be granted.' [9:04]
Moses said God's name is 'I Am', and I am is your present moment, not your 'I will be' or 'I was' and so you have to sit and get into that present moment and realize that you are the creator of that experience. [9:17]
All this manifested in the rest of my life, where I became a professional stunt man and did everything I have ever wanted to do. [9:47]
What I do now is I go into corporations, and I awaken the interaction heroes in their teams and get them moving. [10:12]
When I was doing my comedy show, I found I was enjoying the time off the stage more than I was on the stage because I was sitting in the audience talking to people awakening their interaction heroes and getting them over their adversity. [10:20]
I go as a corporate action hero, and I bring something so unique, which are whips and dump trucks and comedy, into a program. [10:45]
The final thing I do in my main keynote speech is I pick the timidest person I can find in my audience, I bring them to the stage, and in under five minutes, that person learns to crack a whip and hit targets out of my hand. [10:56]
When you look at your life, you only have one moment that you can do thought, word, and deed, and all your past is memories of present moments, and so many people sit at this moment, and they live in the victim mode those past moments. [12:04]
The problem with negative people is they live in victim mode and are focused on victim mode, and therefore their subconscious mind shows them victim mode, which puts them in this never-ending treadmill of negativity. [13:04]
The only way to break that cycle is to take your present moment and start stacking positive, successful present moments. [13:15]
Going into a new school year, students and teachers are looking at this year coming up, and they think it is daunting, but the successful outcome of this year isn't going to appear magically in your present moment. [13:26]
Your key is to stay here in this moment and make it as positive and successful as possible, and that outcome will come and surround your present moment experience. [13:47]
I was the overweight, introverted kid who was bullied through entire schools at that time, and so when I look at the kids going back to school right now, I feel for the ones who feel marginalized. [14:33]
Life is about motion, and so you have to keep moving forward and trying something new. [15:30]
Commercial break. [15:50]
I have a hard time with negativity because I'm such a positive person, and I've walked in my life with a smile on my face, which is fascinating by life. [17:01]
The number one thing that stops everybody from achieving their goals is how you manage fear. [18:33]
One of the quickest and easiest ways to get out of your way is to realize a couple of things. [18:48]
When you break down fear scientifically, it is an emotional reaction to some future event that may or may not happen. You focus on a negative outcome because you wouldn't be afraid if you were focused on a positive outcome. [19:20]
When people feel like they're in fear and feel like they can't breathe, it is a mental state but not a real state, and once you believe you are in something, you can not control it. [21:36]
When you take the second to exhale and label it, it becomes an external thing and now you can do whatever you want with it, which is important. [21:48]
Apart from releasing fear, you have to focus, and then you have to work on your belief, faith, and [21:58]
Sometimes faith is only developed by results over time where you start stacking present moment successes, and your faith build [22:16]
The last one is flexibility, where when something comes up that seems contrary to what you're trying to achieve, you have to stay flexible on those moments. [22:33]
When I look at this from the perspective of the conscious and subconscious mind, If I'm focused on a goal, and my subconscious mind shows me something that seems like it's going to stop me from getting to my goal, I have to keep my mind in play stay focused on the goal so that my subconscious mind shows this to me. I have to clear any obstacle out of the way. [22:48]
If you're focused positively, you can achieve anything you want in your life, so you have to fearlessly focus with faith and follow through with flexibility. [23:12]
Today's choices are tomorrow's outcomes, so take today and make it positive and successful and make good choices. [25:06]
When one of the moments doesn't go well, don't beat yourself up because beating yourself up is just wasting the next moment. [25:15]

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"We have to make sure that people understand how to collaborate effectively and have the tools and resources to do it." Charmaine Hammond

In order to enable the achievement of mutually agreed goals, people have to foster interactions that promote collegiality, trust and respect. This is especially crucial in the workplace where cooperation between colleagues is required to perform the shared responsibilities effectively. Our guest today, Charmaine Hammond has worked in environments characterized by conflicts and says that collaboration is key in ensuring conducive work environments.

Charmaine Hammond, CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) is a highly sought-after business keynote and workshop speaker, entrepreneur, author and educator who teaches and advocates the importance of developing trust, healthy relationships and collaboration in the workplace. She has helped clients in many industries build resilient and engaged workplaces, develop high trust/high accountability relationships, and solve workplace issues and conflict that gets in the way of success and profitability. She is respected as a "no fluff" and "rich content" speaker who delivers tangible tools to step into action immediately. Delivering her programs in person and virtually (she is a Certified Virtual Presenter through eSpeakers), she brings results and facilitates change.

Charmaine is a former Correctional Officer (yup! She worked in jails) and Corporate Dispute Resolution Expert and now travels the world teaching the principles of collaboration, communication/conflict resolution and resilience. She also has an extensive background facilitating processes to help collaborations and workplace/team relationships when they go sideways. As a former mediator, she has helped facilitate some of the most complex collaborations and partnership arrangements. She has also been called to several communities that have experienced disasters to help rebuild resilience and recovery processes.

Charmaine has a Master's Degree in Conflict Management & Analysis, is a bestselling author (of 5 books & featured in 6 others), and CSP™ Certified Speaking Professional. She has also been featured in renowned publications such as Inc., Occupational Health & Safety Magazine, and many others and appeared as a guest on numerous TV and Radio Programs. She is Executive Producer of an animated film, Back Home Again, which will be released in fall 2021, features an all-star voice cast of many widely known celebrities. This movie (and movement) was designed to be a conversation starter about mental health and community.

In today's episode, Charmaine will talk about her experiences dealing with conflict resolution at different organizational levels and contexts. She will also provide insights on the importance of fostering collaboration in team settings.

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After I left the jail system, I went back to school and became a mediator, and I was mediating conflicts in family, community and workplaces. [3:00]
I fell in love with working for non-profit organizations, and then I ventured into working in mental health, where I worked in various capacities. [3:21]
At one point, I even volunteered with my dog, a therapy dog, and we volunteered in a psychiatric hospital, and it was so powerful. [3:31]
And all of these experiences led to what I do now, which is speaking, training and facilitating teams, groups, project committees, on how to collaborate better, work better together, remain resilient in changing times, and also how to resolve those tough issues that get in the way of success, conflict being one of them. [3:42]
I get to work in these workplace environments and on projects where I get to tie in all of my skill sets and all of the things that, I believe, helped me shock other people's potential. [4:04]
We also work with entrepreneurs, non-profits, and service clubs, to help them raise their dreams and fund their projects through collaboration. [4:22]
One of the challenges that I had when I was preparing to leave the correctional system role as a correctional officer and move into a different career was that many of the ways we handled conflict don't work in other situations. [5:58]
I went back to school and learned communication and conflict resolution. A lot of the training we had in corrections was related to crisis, not necessarily the negotiation part of working through a tough issue. [6:25]
It taught me a lot about humility, being humble, the importance of respect, and how it can change everything when you show up at a tough time in someone's life. [6:43]
All of these softer lessons led me to fall in love with a structured process to resolve conflict, which is why I went back to school to become a mediator. [6:54]
My biggest learning was the power of listening to what is and is not being said. [7:14]
So, when you hear people in conflict talking about what matters to them, what's driving their position, what their underlying interests are, the ability to resolve the issue is so much easier because you're getting to the core of what matters. [7:21]
I realized that prior to that, I was always dealing with things on such a basic surface level, and you have to go deeper in conflict, and that is one of the reasons it is uncomfortable for both of us. [7:35]
We need to look at resilience building, conflict resolution, communication and stress management, not as soft skills training but as essential skills. It is a softer approach to dealing with human issues, but they are essential skills. [9:25]
Commercial Break. [10:43]
These courageous dialogues don't happen because people don't know how to get the conversation going, so what happens is, it's avoided. [12:11]
One of the things that I've learned is that as humans, we're typically pretty forgiving, where if you are providing feedback to someone and it doesn't land right, that is an opportunity to say I'm sorry and clarify your intentions. [12:35]
I have learned that whatever these conversations are that require us to be courageous, it sets the stage for a much better conversation. [13:45]
I feel like now more than ever, collaboration in the workplace is essential to help teams shock their potential. [16:19]
Not everybody is naturally a collaborator. Many of us prefer to work independently or in a pair instead of a group. [16:57]
In high performing teams, the ingredients that exist is a willingness to fix things in the moment but a willingness to disagree and realize that their perception is not the perception but simply a perception. [17:10]
It is an opportunity actually to revisit communication and help people work better together and an opportunity to revisit trust. [17:49]
We have to make sure that people understand how to collaborate effectively and have the tools and resources to do it. [18:03]
Remember that proving somebody wrong doesn't make you right. Instead of trying to prove someone wrong, so you can be right, use that energy to bridge understanding and collaboration. [23:33]

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"The thing that's so radical about radical responsibility is that it's the idea of embracing every circumstance we face in life." Dr Fleet Muall

The worst turn of events can turn out to be the best thing to happen, which turns someone's life around to be more useful and meaningful. This is true for our guest today, Dr Fleet Muall, who was able to turn his bad luck of being imprisoned into a journey of growth and transformation. Dr. Fleet attributes this to taking ownership of his actions and working towards being and doing better.

Dr. Fleet Maull, PhD and author, is a renowned growth mindset teacher who delivers his training programs and seminars worldwide, both in-person and online, through Heart Mind Institute. He is a meditation teacher, executive coach, seminar leader and social entrepreneur who works at the intersection of personal and social transformation. Fleet founded the Prison Mindfulness Institute and National Prison Hospice Association, catalyzing two national movements while serving a 14-year mandatory-minimum federal drug sentence, 1985 to 1999.

Dr Maull developed the Radical Responsibility empowerment model that embraces 100 percent ownership for every circumstance we face, free of blaming oneself or others. Fleet is a Roshi (Zen master) in the international Zen Peacemaker Order and Acharya (senior Dharma teacher) in the global Shambhala meditation community. He is the author of Radical Responsibility: How to Move Beyond Blame, Fearlessly Live our Higher Purpose and Become an Unstoppable Force for Good in the World https://amzn.to/3sm7m3M.

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I spent 14 years in a maximum security, federal prison on drug charges from 1985 to 1999 and not something I'm proud of at all, especially the activities that got me there. [3:04]
But I do feel really good about what I did with my time. While I was there, I was fortunate that I had a lot of skills and training and education before I went to prison, which kind of begs the question of why I ended up there. [3:16]
I earned my way into that federal prison time, but when I got there, it was a huge wake-up call, especially because my son was nine years old at the time, and I realized he was not going to grow up without a dad. [3:45]
When I went in, I had a master's degree and a very intense clinical trade three-year clinical training program, and I had been trained as a meditation teacher and a Buddhist teacher for ten years. [4:52]
I had a strong background, and I was devastated over what I had done to myself and my family, especially my son. [5:06]
I've lived this very disciplined life of a prison monk, getting up at four or five in the morning and practicing intensively. [5:33]
When I arrived there, I realized that it was an incredibly negative environment and that everyone had their own victim story of one kind or another. [6:24]
Naturally trying to survive, you tend to armor up with your own story and anger and bitterness. Unfortunately, that prevents us from accessing genuine regret and remorse for any harm we've created, which fuels the journey of transformation. [6:57]
It was really clear to me that I didn't want to end up coming out of prison broken, angry and bitter, and I didn't want to live that way when I was in there. [7:11]
I realized that the only way through and out for me was to embrace 200% responsibility for having got myself in there, what I was going to do with my time there, and what I would be able to create for myself if I was ever able to get beyond the prison journey. [7:22]
I stepped out of prison and into a career as a management consultant and executive coach, leading turnarounds and transformative change processes in business. [8:32]
My time in prison trained me how to work with people and how to be skillful under the most challenging situation. [10:45]
There is a term called a pain paradox in psychology, where our natural instinct is to withdraw from pain. [11:15]
But we all know through many disciplines, historically, across cultures into modern psychology, and everything that transformations on the other side of pain and that all the joy and transformation and possibilities on life are on the other side of it. [11:27]
The thing that's so radical about radical responsibility is that it's the idea of embracing every circumstance we face in life. [12:00]
We look at that not to blame ourselves at all, but simply for learning because once I see how it works and how I got from point A to B to C, I can make different choices in the future and get different results. [12:35]
But then there are also situations and circumstances that we may feel we had nothing to do with, and everyone would agree it just fell out of the sky and landed on our heads, and those things may be incredibly unjust. [12:45]
For ourselves, at some point, we question whether we are going to let it take us down, but here it is, and so I have to find some creative way to respond to it, transform it and move forward in my life. [13:02]
Most of us associate things like responsibility and accountability with blame; we've all been enculturated into this culture of shame and blame. [14:06]
It is simply about focusing my energy to do the most good, embracing my capacity for a creative response to life, and doing the best I can with that. [15:03]
While I was in prison, I just focused on my practice and modelled it in terms of who I was, and people became attracted to it. [15:55]
At some point early on, I also started corresponding with other prisoners. I realized it was a much bigger thing that I could do, so I started the prison Dharma network, primarily known as the prison mindful Institute. [16:12]
We have a program called the path of Freedom, a mindfulness-based emotional intelligence training program for prisoners in 21 states in seven countries. [16:37]
We have got involved in the whole criminal justice and public safety system that all grew out of being in a prison cell and saying, "What can I do to transform myself and to bring value to the world?" [17:18]
I also have my whole for-profit business, where I am putting out summits and offering lots of online courses and online challenges that are basically in the realm of integration of mindset and so forth. [17:39]
Growing up, nobody taught us anything about how to navigate the most complex system in the known universe: the human brain and nervous system. We didn't get much training on how to communicate with others. [18:42]
My mindfulness and emotional intelligence training, all these things, are just kind of the basic toolkit for life. [18:55]
Commercial break. [19:09]
We have something called the autonomic nervous system that operates almost the whole of the human body, the human brain and the nervous system, and it has two branches. [21:01]
The sympathetic branch upregulates and is about alertness, distress, and fighter flight, and the parasympathetic branch downregulates and is about relaxation, rest and recovery. [21:13]
The problem is in the modern life, most of us have way too much sympathetic activation, and that's called stress. [21:36]
Over time, that's the source of all the chronic stress-related illnesses, which diminishes the quality of life altogether. [22:06]
A simple skill that you can learn is called strong breathing because our autonomic nervous system are connected with the breath. [22:21]
When we breathe in, there's a slight sympathetic activation when we breathe out slight parasympathetic activation. [22:34]
Straw breathing can be a lifesaver, and it is so simple anyone can learn it. You breathe into the nose with your mouth close, and then you breathe out through pursed lips. [23:06]
One more thing that people can easily add to is 478 breathing, where you breathe in that fourth count, hold for seven counts, and then breathe out for the eighth count. [26:03]
This idea of radical responsibility is not new, it has been around for a long time. [30:27]
Marcus Aurelius said that most people feel their circumstances determine their destiny, but our response to those circumstances determines our destiny and even being able to respond to circumstances rather than being in just our condition reactivity. [30:32]
Most of us walk around thinking we're autonomous, but we're highly mechanical, and so we need to embrace some practices to become more wakeful and more present. [31:04]
Learning something like mindfulness and then embracing this idea of living our lives more in the driver's seat of our own life will transform any circumstance. [31:30]
Regardless of the situation, looking for what I can do put you right back in the mind of solution-based thinking, and there is always a million different things we could do. [31:40]

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“When we are outsourcing or asking somebody else to tell us what success looks like, we lose connection with who we are inside.” Terry McDougall

As often witnessed, success requires substantial sacrifice on many fronts. Considering the time and effort spent in order to be a high achiever, success can easily be a place of misery and frustration for many professionals. That is why our guest today, Terry McDougall insists that professionals define success according to their terms. According to Terry, doing this will enable high-achieving professionals to enjoy a balanced life that is happy and fulfilling.

Terry Boyle McDougall is an Executive & Career Coach and CEO of Terry B. McDougall Coaching. She helps high-achieving professionals remove obstacles that keep them stuck so they can enjoy more success and satisfaction in their lives and careers. Before becoming a coach, Terry was a long-time corporate marketing executive where she led teams, developed strategies, and advised senior leaders to drive business results. She is the author of Winning the Game of Work: Career Happiness and Success on Your Own Terms https://amzn.to/2XnMgq7. She is also the host of the Marketing Mambo podcast.

In today’s episode, our guest will tell us more about how to be in balance by being successful while at the same time enjoying fulfillment and happiness. She will also talk about the importance of being aware of what we want and defining what our success looks like.

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I work with people that I call high achievers who are successful but not satisfied. [3:00]
Very often people get into the trappings of success and pay a very high price for that in terms of stress, anxiety, burnout, health, and relationship problems. [3:18]
I truly believe that we can get things in balance, we can kind of get into a flow where not only can we be successful, but we can be happy as well. [3:36]
I help people to shift the mindset to, first of all, believe that's possible, and also to start to learn skills, so that they can have more impact without working as hard. [3:47]
Many of the issues that people have at work are as a result of what we learn at school such as delayed gratification, looking for validation in other people, and learning to ask the question. [4:48]
When we are outsourcing or asking somebody else to tell us what success looks like, we lose connection with who we are inside. [5:12]
Because I work with people that are already successful, I try to help them start to shift, where they look for validation away from the external and reconnect with their inner wisdom and their desires. [5:31]
I believe that we can show up authentically and be who we are, use the strengths and the gifts that come to us naturally, and still be successful and way happier than we would if we were trying to step into someone else's definition of success. [5:50]
I am seeing some leaders that recognize that they're going to have to do things differently in the workplace. [7:55]
Leaders need to be able to tap fully into the talents and abilities of their staff and the hybrid work environment that many companies are going into may present a challenge. [9:00]
I had a job where I worked for a foreign company and I was the only out-of-country leader that was on the senior team. [10:49]
So often it was me on the zoom call or the conference call, and there was so much that was lost in the context. [11:00]
It was really up to me to sort of bridge that gap and I think that there was a lack of awareness on the part of many of the people in the meetings and the leadership to realize what my experience was like, and it was frustrating. [11:12]
I think that there is sort of unintended consequences with education because it trains us to think in a certain way and it trains us to look to the head of the classroom for our signals. [13:09]
We are the final arbiters of what's right for us and I believe that each of us is here on earth for a reason. [14:04]
One thing that can cause us to behave in ways that aren't aligned with who we are authentically is fear of rejection, fear of criticism, fear of judgment. [14:31]
I have just come to the conclusion that nobody has a right to judge us because they have no idea why we're here. [14:44]
One of the things that I see as a coach is that when you're working with these high achieving people, they're able to do a lot of things but it doesn't mean that everything that they're able to do is something that they like to do. [15:05]
It is natural for friends and family sometimes to have that concern because they are looking at the lowest common denominator. [18:09]
Commercial break. [19:30]
What I want to teach people is how to start reestablishing that thread with their inner wisdom and their true desires. [20:52]
When people come and they're in pain, a lot of times, I'll ask them what it is that they want, and they will either say that they don't know or they will say they know exactly what they want and reasons why it can't happen. [21:05]
My advice to everyone is to separate these two things. [21:36]
When people say they don't know what they want, they do know what they want but they've got a very good internal defense mechanism to keep them from being disappointed if they admit the thing they want. [21:45]
It is okay to say it out loud and then separately figure out some of the things that you could do to make that happen. [22:00]
The reason why I think a lot of times people don't admit to what they want or immediately kind of smother it with all the reasons why they can't have it is because they don't want to be disappointed. [22:25]
Once you start imagining one or two steps you could take in the direction of that dream, that you learn more and start to see more opportunities and you start heading in a direction that is authentic and that is where you find happiness. [22:49]
The world is a miraculous place and we are connected energetically with everything around us and I have seen some truly miraculous things happen. [24:10]
You just have to be out there and be open to starting to see how you could do something different, and how the thing that you want to do is possible and you could be one degree away from the person that's going to give you exactly what you want. [25:30]
There are opportunities where you can talk to somebody at the right time, and find that you might be somebody that they would design a job around. [27:30]
About how people can approach others when they're networking, I always say that you don't need to even know what you want because it is very common for us to not know what we don't know. [27:57]
If there are people doing something that is what you'd like to do, reach out to them and get an introduction to them. [28:18]
The other thing that I say especially when people are not sure of what they want is paying attention to when you feel jealous because that is your inner self saying what it wants. [28:48]
Each person out there, all we deserve to be happy and so get tuned in with what would make you happy. Start taking some baby steps in that direction because you deserve it. [31:34]

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“Crisis and bumps in the road or mistakes are an opportunity to discuss and communicate your values and talk about who you are.” Anthony Hayes

Every business is likely to encounter sudden and challenging crises at some point which if not well addressed, can be potentially damaging to reputation. To manage such events effectively, it is important to plan by addressing the existing communication framework. This is according to our guest today Anthony Hayes, who believes that in every crisis lies numerous opportunities for businesses.

Anthony Hayes is the founder of THI and has spent more than 18 years in communications, crisis and issue management, and political and legislative campaigns. A seasoned C-level advisor, Anthony has cultivated an energetic, fast-growing company now trusted to execute strategy for prominent clients around the globe. He has served leaders at the highest levels including presidential candidates, members of the U.S. Cabinet, governors and other elected officials, C-Suite executives, law enforcement officials, and high-ranking health and legal professionals.

Anthony’s firm has advised clients involved in complex legal matters and managed high-stakes media relations during crises such as Bridgegate, airport security breaches, and natural disasters including Superstorm Sandy and hurricane relief efforts in the U.S. Virgin Islands. At THI, Anthony and his team help leaders and organizations deliver major initiatives, break through the noisy media landscape, and navigate the world of politics and government all the while excelling despite the high pressure, politically sensitive, and confidential issues and at the same time demonstrating the utmost level of discretion and judgment.

In today’s episode, our guest will talk about how communicators can manage crises effectively. He will further share tips on how to be a better communicator.

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I've been in the communication space for over 18 years. [2:49]
My business started in November 2016 after having a phone call with someone who said that they needed someone to run a nationwide bus tour around not repealing the Affordable Care Act where I asked them to hire our company. [3:25]
Our clients are always trying to connect with different audiences, whether they are in a crisis that we're trying to help them clean up, or they're launching a new initiative, or they just want to remain connected and at Hayes Initiative we help them to the point. [3:59]
I'm stunned at how many people when challenged a bit on what they're trying to say realize they don't know what they're trying to say. [4:22]
People assume that their audiences have unlimited time to talk to them and listen but they do not. [4:45]
So you have to acknowledge that you have very little time to capture someone's attention and so that's why we focus on helping people get to the point. [5:06]
I have been very fortunate that I've worked with many people and through all of these different experiences I have seen when people aren't calm and how that does not help the situation. [8:10]
I learned very early to not be too surprised by the ever-shifting landscape of media and certainly politics. [8:58]
The best thing that you can do in a crisis is to take a breath and avoid going out there and cause more mayhem by responding without all details at hand and there are lots of ways to do that. [9:09]
It is a very challenging environment, especially when you have some of the major national and global outlets sort of breathing down your neck. [10:10]
We have all experienced in the last twelve months a global pandemic that played out on the backdrop of a national presidential election and everyone was figuring out how to communicate. [11:15]
There is logic to sometimes pausing on your response because sometimes reporters and their headlines are just looking to bait you. [12:45]
Leaders like to lead and speak with confidence however the problem is no one had any experience in COVID. [13:14]
The situation thus forced leaders to step in regardless of what they do in business to not have things feel divisive. [13:28]
When you're trying to sort of move something forward that is a new initiative and is positive, you want to connect and get to the point of how it impacts the people. [17:08]
The most succinct thing that I've ever heard in my life was when Steve Jobs released the iPod at a time when none of us had heard of an iPod. [18:08]
When you have a positive message you have to lead with what you're solving. [18:28]
Commercial break. [18:52]
One of the things I've learned more than anything is that everyone wants to communicate well but no one wants to put in the work to figure out what they are trying to say. [20:23]
The biggest actionable steps that I share every day to help people get to the point, is to prepare the messages they are trying to get out. [20:43]
One of the things that you can do is just sit down and write for two to five minutes and then go back and read it out loud. [21:04]
Clean it up, make it shorter, and make sure that the first sentence that you're writing solves the problem, and then read it out loud again. [21:34]
Beyond preparing, be authentic and try out an idea with your friend before you start to move it out into the universe of people that you may want to be talking to. [22:52]
Everyone wants to do high-stakes PR and there are a lot of people who would love to be in that setting but once there you understand very quickly that it takes a lot of preparation and a lot of work. [23:55]
The biggest lesson for this month that I would encourage your listeners to think about is not to oversimplify communicating. [24:35]
There is a lot that communicators can do better including understanding the business of media. [26:19]
Reporters are swamped and are deadline-driven and so they have limited time to consume ideas and if you're telling them that your idea is the best idea ever then you better make sure you've done your homework on why it's newsworthy. [26:48]
We had the pleasure of working for some major fortune 100 companies and tech companies and it is remarkable to me how many people do oversimplify communication at every level, regardless of big or small. [28:50]
In my opinion, over the next year and a half in particular 2021, it is going to be about crisis communication so everybody needs to be prepared for that. [29:48]
I would recommend that every business, look at their crisis management plan and make sure that it reflects the lessons they learned in 2020. [30:05]
Crisis and bumps in the road or mistakes are an opportunity to discuss and communicate your values and talk about who you are, rather than getting so caught up in the fact that a crisis is happening. [30:15]
I think if more people can view these things as opportunities, then they are going to start to come out of them a little bit better. [31:19]

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"The biggest fat lie is this belief that the answer to all money problems is to make more money." Krisstina Wise

Understanding how money works require deliberate action towards being financially literate and practice. A financially balanced lifestyle is the dream of most people, but most people struggle to reach that dream because of a lack of grasp of money matters. Our guest today, Krisstina Wise, has lived on both sides and says that money management is a real-life skill that has the potential to transform financial outcomes for the better.

Krisstina Wise is a real estate mogul, Millionaire Coach, and creator of several multi-million-dollar businesses, including Goodlife Luxury, The Paperless Agent, and WealthyWellthy. She is an international speaker and author of the Amazon Bestseller Falling for Money, A Romance Novel For Your Bank Account. Named one of the 100 Most Influential Real Estate Leaders in the country, she has been featured in USA TODAY and by Apple, Contactually, and Evernote for her creative leadership with emerging technologies.

In today's episode, our guest will be talking to us about the importance of financial education in the journey of financial freedom. She will also be use numbers to provide us with insightful illustrations on wealth multiplication.

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What I help people with is in the category of money, which is a topic that has a lot of shame attached to it. [1:42]
Most of us have been programmed with the money mindset and belief structure by the time we're probably seven to 10 years old without realizing it, and we carry that money understanding or lack of way into adulthood. [1:54]
Money is knowledge-based, so we have to learn about money. It's a real-life skill, but the problem is it's not taught in school. [2:24]
The common sense, which is the obvious part, is that you work for your money, buy things, have bills, and spend money, and because we can do that pretty easily, it makes us think that that's all there is to it. [3:07]
There is so much more to it, and money has all these principles, laws, and mechanics. [3:21]
In all other categories of life, we would expect that we would have to learn and practice and apply that learning to produce the results that we want. [4:02]
What I find fascinating is that with the three or four most important categories of life, we don't do that same thing: our health, relationships and marriages, parenting, and money. [4:19]
I found myself in a state of crisis that kind of forced me to want to learn this money thing. [5:50]
People like me that have had no advantages have learned in-depth and dedicated my adult life to learning this thing to be good at it, and the result is financial freedom, where your assets pay for the cost of your living. [6:02]
I have a money school called sovereignty Academy, where I teach people how to money and get out of the trap by learning these very basic fundamental things that once we learn them and know them, we can land the plane successfully time and time again. [6:21]
The biggest fat lie is this belief that the answer to all my money problems is to make more money. [7:54]
There's a different way, and it's much easier, but you have to get out of the mindset and quit that thinking working harder or making more money is the answer. [10:08]
It is vulnerable for many different reasons, but it comes for many of us until we've schooled ourselves and educated ourselves. [11:07]
Being ignorant about money is not a bad thing; it just means we don't know yet, which can bring a lot of vulnerability. [11:40]
When it comes to money and relationships, we come from different backgrounds and have different beliefs, but it is all about finding the balance between spending and saving. [12:36]
Commercial break. [13:57]
My first tip is that if money causes some type of friction or keeps us up at night, the first thing to do is to get curious about learning. [15:13]
There are these fundamental principles and laws regarding money, and we can start to learn those now and make different choices. [15:30]
One of those principles is called Parkinson's Law of money which has kind of these two parts, and this is a law and a money commandment that is a truth that if you believe to be true, then it can be very eye-opening. [15:46]
The first part says that expenses will always rise to match income, and that is why it's a myth that working harder to make more money will solve your money problems. [16:09]
The second piece of Parkinson's Law says that once a luxury, it becomes a necessity. As our income goes up, our lifestyle, conveniences, and comfortability go up, and our status matches that. [17:58]
Having personal debt means that you are living a life that you can not afford under the illusion that you can afford it because it fits into your monthly amount of money that you can spend. [18:58]
I teach a philosophy that you should become your own banker and not participating in the banking system unless you're leveraging it very intentionally, strategically, and understandably. [20:04]
Money and time are the same things, and we need to buy time with our money instead of the other way around, which is through wealth creation. [20:28]
I have been buying and building my net worth over the number of years through acquiring my real estate assets, and it is the cash flow from those assets that fully fund the cost of my lifestyle, and that is what financial freedom is. [21:14]
I have been very intentional in using time on my side to over time acquire these assets with the goal that my assets would pay for the cost of my lifestyle. [21:30]
It is intentional, and you have to know how much money is enough by putting money into a compounding calculator. [21:48]
The money I invested over all those years bought my time today to do whatever the hell I wan [22:00]
When it comes to our kids, one of the best things we can do for ourselves is to learn this money game and play well and hopefully be able to teach or encourage our children because it's not taught in school. [22:25]
The early your start, the more time you have and the easier it is, you are going to make some early on beginner mistakes, but you have a lot of time to make up for those mistakes [22:42]
We need to create wealth not just for ourselves but also for our children because times are changing, and learning this money is more important than eve [28:26]
The only way to protect ourselves and provide as much opportunity, safety and security as possible is to educate ourselves. [28:39]
Make money a curiosity to get good at it. [29:55]

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"There are things you can't control, but you can allow yourself to find a deeper level of happiness, success, and fulfillment by shifting your perspective." Stephanie Feger

As social beings, we must acknowledge that we need to seek perspective while interacting and forming relationships. By having an open mind and a willingness to learn, we get to understand ourselves and others better. This is according to our guest today, Stephanie Feger, who believes that people need perspective to guide their actions.

Throughout her life, Stephanie Feger has been in the business of empowering people and helping others uncover the power to their success. However, it was a dream that left her with the charge to reframe how she saw her own life and encourage others to do the same. This dream became the catalyst for her to redefine her success, re-evaluate her personal goals and turn her "what-ifs" into "why-nots."

Stephanie is the author of 'Color Today Pretty: An Inspirational Guide to Living a Life in Perspective' and Color Today Pretty Guided Journal, where she shares her secrets to harnessing true perspective, the ones she has used to discover the difference between living an ordinary life and an extraordinary one. Through her speaking engagements, engaging workshops, and customized learning opportunities, she invites others to embrace perspective even when it may seem most challenging.

After working in the communications and marketing industry for years, Stephanie merged her unique expertise with her life's passions, founding the emPower PR Group, where she helps nonfiction authors write books that sell, promote their books to those who need and want them most, and build meaningful businesses built on messages that are empowering! Stephanie is also the host of The emPowered Author: Marketing for Nonfiction Authors podcast.

In today's episode, Stephanie will talk about her book and how it came to be. She will also dive deeper into why she believes having perspective is important both in personal and business.

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Unlike many people who decide to grow up and become authors, I did not have a bucket list item to become an author. [4:54]
I had every intention to retire from the company I was working at for a decade, and through a serendipitous series of events, someone charged me with doing something different. [5:02]
I had been working in PR marketing for 15 years, so I just expected that would be what I always did, but we were impacted by a corporate layoff, which was the best thing for me. [5:32]
I decided to publish this book I had been writing that my friend charged me to continue doing, titled "Color Today Pretty," and has absolutely nothing to do with PR and marketing. [6:03]
The essence of the "Color Today Pretty" movement is all about re-evaluating success and helping women and men figure out how to find balance and have a truly fulfilled life. [6:25]
I had the opportunity to take this love for perspective, writing, authorship, and empowerment and blend it with marketing and PR to help authors, nonfiction authors specifically spread their words and help their books and messages reach those who want them and will buy them. [7:06]
I founded the Empower PR group, and I feel blessed to help all different types of nonfiction authors do that. [7:30]
Perspective isn't limited to personal life; rather, it has extensions in both personal and professional, and when you lead a life with perspective, it's crazy how what success looks like can be redefined. [7:49]
Perspective is so important, and even when something's so miniscule, if you have perspective, you can actually see deeper levels of happiness that come from it. [9:13]
I have found that writing a book is one thing, and marketing is completely another thing. [11:11]
As you're writing the book, it takes so much of you to get it out. It is such a vulnerable experience that you get exhausted and overwhelmed by the process. [11:28]
The essence of the emPower PR group is built on empowerment, and I have kind of two ways I do it. There is the done with you, which is a collaborative process, and then there's the done for you. [11:53]
The emPower PR group is built on the done with your process because I find that some of the most successful authors are the ones that realize they need to learn marketing. [12:07]
It is very important to me that authors are empowered with that knowledge because for a lot of authors their investment is very [12:31]
Since I've been there and understand, I'm very organized and don't believe in moving without a strategy. [12:53]
You do not want your book to be a want but a need because people budget for needs, which means your book automatically becomes something already in their budget. [14:57]
You have to take a step back, look through the lens of perspective, and figure out how you are fulfilling a solution for someone in a way that they need it, want it, and will buy it. [15:40]
Don't even try to be something for everybody; rather, focus on the people that need you and will be unapologetically directed towards them, then you're going to make a big difference there. [16:44]
Commercial break. [17:40]
You can't control things, but you can allow yourself to find a deeper level of happiness, success, and fulfillment by shifting your perspective. [20:55]
I do think that life can happen for a purpose and with purpose. [21:25]
When you sit back and reflect on what is happening, you don't have to be okay with what has happened, but you do get the opportunity to choose how you react and respond to it. [21:29]
What's beautiful about perspective is every moment you get to choose it, so when you're dealing with a hardship, take a moment, feel that grief and then make the conscious decision not to let that define you. [22:19]
From our perspective standpoint, when you talk business, perspective can drive strategy, which should lead your tactics. [22:55]
Just because we don't see things doesn't mean it's not happening, but it all boils back to perspective. [27:45]
In a world that can be overwhelming and exhausting, I challenge you not to give up, don't give in, don't give way but always give value because it will always come back to you. [29:43]

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"Instead of seeing differences as a source of contention, we should see an opportunity for great partnerships between people who are very different from one another." Rabbi Yonason Goldson

Whether written or not, the framework of ethics that underlies our existence remains a key determinant of the quality of lives that we live. It helps us make decisions that create desirable outcomes and steers us away from unjust outcomes. Our gust today, Rabbi Yonason Goldson, advocates for a culture of ethics at all levels and says that it all starts from understanding and defining what ethics means to us.

Yonason Goldson, director of Ethical Imperatives, LLC, works with leaders to create a culture of ethics that builds trust, sparks initiative, and drives productivity. He's a keynote and TEDx speaker, trainer, coach, and community rabbi, as well as a columnist and author, repentant hitchhiker, world traveler, and retired high school teacher in St. Louis. He has published hundreds of articles applying ancient rabbinic wisdom to the challenges of the modern secular world and six books, most recently "Grappling with the Gray: an ethical handbook for personal success and business prosperity."

In today's episode, our guest will talk about ethics and its role in having functional relationships at all levels. He will also give insights into the ethical qualities that a leader needs to cultivate for better outcomes.

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When we go into business, we're often very focused on what we want, or if we're a little more sophisticated, what we provide, but what we should also be thinking about is with whom we are dealing. [3:04]
Relationships are the foundation of all success in our personal lives, professional lives, and [3:17]
When we consider ethics, one of the problems we have is that we don't have a good definition of ethics, which means we don't know how we can be ethical people. [3:30]
What I've come up with is that ethics is the discipline of recognizing and taking responsibility for the impact our actions have on other people. [3:42]
In order to have that recognition and take that responsibility, we have to have a sense of who other people are, show them that we are trustworthy, and show that we are willing to trust them. [3:53]
Instead of seeing differences as a source of contention, we should see an opportunity for great partnerships between people who are very different from one another. [4:32]
If we're both good at the same thing, that means at least one of us is wasting our effort. [4:48]
Ethics is not nearly as much about what is the right thing to do but about contemplating what the right thing to do is. It is priorities, competing values, sensitivity to the spirit of the law, and not just the letter of the law. [5:18]
When we develop our ethical mindset, that's what enables us to approach all our relationships and decisions in an ethical way, which ultimately drives the greatest possible success in everything we do. [5:46]
We emphasize compliance, but it can become the enemy of ethics because if I relegate my decision-making to a code of rules, I don't have to think about whether it's really the right thing to do. [6:40]
When I finished college, I went backpacking across Europe and ended up in Israel. I had been raised with really no knowledge of what it meant to be Jewish. [7:10]
I was astonished to discover this vibrant culture of deep meaning, purpose, thought, and values, which changed the trajectory of my life. [7:20]
I bring that ancient wisdom into the modern secular world and show how the answers are all there; we have to update the language a little bit so that we can recognize how it applies to us and how it guides us regardless of our religious identity or affiliation. [7:33]
Jim Rohn famously says you are the average of the five people you spend the most time with, and it's not just the friends. It is also what we consume in media. [9:00]
When traveling through Europe, I was on a train from Luxembourg to Cologne, Germany, and I shared a car with a German journalist and invited me into his home. [11:20]
To meet someone from that culture and learn about him as an individual, not as a label, is a memory that I've kept with me for 40 years. [11:55]
In my book, I used a formula that I use in much of my training, presenting ethical dilemmas of not trying to say it is right or wrong but trying to understand an issue from both sides and finding a middle way. [12:55]
It is broken up into social, business headlines, education, and the different areas of life where we have to grapple with the gray areas to make ethical decisions. [11:33]
Commercial break. [14:03]
It is all about taking responsibility for ourselves, recognizing the mistakes we've made, the areas where we could and should improve, and making a plan for moving forward. [15:30]
We know what we should do and what we want to do, but we don't plan how to put it into practice. [16:00]
My approach is, if we focus on our mindset and the behaviors will start to follow. [16:22]
I use ethics as an acronym to give characteristics that describe ethical leaders and ethical people. [16:32]
E is for empathy which entails knowing other people and being sensitive to them by understanding how our actions affect them. [16:45]
The T is Trust, where I demonstrate that I'm trustworthy and know that if I'm not willing to trust you, it will be difficult for you to trust me. [16:53]
The H is humility which Pastor Rick Warren defines as not thinking less of yourself but thinking of yourself less. [17:08]
The I is inquisitiveness or inquiry because leaders need to ask questions and not wait to be told or asked and not be given permission to serve. [18:24]
C is for courage because it is often difficult to do the right thing. [18:52]
S is self-discipline because building is a process, and when you get to the end, you start over again and keep building. [19:20]
This needs continued reinforced where I need to surround myself with people who are committed to ethical values. [20:40]
I am not going to get it right all the time, but it is a commitment to do and another opportunity to learn [20:52]
I recommend tapping into this eternal, timeless wisdom that we have access to in ancient teachings to fix our culture, fix our company's business, fix our summers, and fix our families and our communities. [24:45]
A few basic principles include showing trust to earn trust, telling stories of grappling with ethical challenges to inspire ethical behavior, and showing appreciation by celebrating the successes of others. [24:59]
Suppose we employ these simple principles, and learn how to turn these ideas into action. In that case, we can see our relationships improving, our businesses will be more profitable, our families will be more at peace, and our communities will be much more functional. [25:30]

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"If you can discover your purpose and stick with it, then everything else falls into place around it." Rebecca Duvall Scott

Everyone has their unique path to discovering and unleashing their artistic gifts. Whatever the gift and regardless of the journey to discovering it, our art should be able to lead us to live our purpose, bringing us joy and fulfilment. This is according to our guest today, Rebecca Duvall Scott, who has been able to tell her family's story and live her purpose of serving the community through her writing.

Rebecca Duvall Scot is an accomplished author and the recipient of numerous awards. Her first published work and best-selling memoir, Sensational Kids, Sensational Families: Hope for Sensory Processing Differences chronicles the research, interventions, and mindset shifts that successfully brought her family through her son's SPD diagnosis. While she values her special needs initiative, her heart has always been with Christian historical fiction. Her best-selling and #2 Amazon Hot New Release novel, When Dignity Came to Harlan, is based on her great-grandmother's childhood. Rebecca lives with her husband and their two children in Kentucky and plans to write more in both the Dignity and Sensational Kids series.

In this episode, our guest will discuss how her Christian fiction novel came to be. She will also talk about how she has evolved in her art and experiences to become a best-selling author.

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My grandmother told me a story about her mother's childhood, who is my great grandmother, and it was about how they were poor and came from Missouri to Kentucky searching for a better life. [4:00]
They were so poor when they got into town that they ended up parceling their daughters out between other people's homes. [4:29]
They wanted to go get a job, get a house and be able to provide for them and come back and get them and gather the family back together. [4:36]
Unbeknownst to the children, they never came back and never really understood what happened, and so my great grandmother grew up from the time she was five years old in foster care. [4:43]
She still overcame all of these challenges, ended up having a good life, had good people around her, got married, and had six children between two marriages. [5:10]
My grandmother always wanted to write this story herself, but she didn't feel gifted, and so when I started showing some promise with writing from a young age, she started telling me from a young age that she wanted me to write this story. [5:32]
When I was 16, I sat down with her, and we wrote down every scrap of information she could remember and shortly after, I got married and had my children, she had a stroke, and she was not able to speak anymore. [5:47]
So that's where book one, "When Dignity Came to Harlan," and it changes a little bit from the original storyline, but it's the story of human experience and all facets and how she handled all of that and how she came through it. [6:20]
I don't think that I realized fully at the time what this whole experience would mean, but even at a young age, I knew it was important and big. [9:10]
Now that I've grown up, I feel very blessed to have been the family's storekeeper and have this to retail, and I love the whole experience. [9:57]
I have lived with these characters for over 20 years, so I know them well, which made the story take on a life of its own. [11:18]
Originally, I was only going to write a book, one from my great grandmother's childhood point of view and Book Two from her first husband's point of view, but when I finished book one, I started getting all this feedback from readers that they wanted more time with this new family. [11:38]
It suddenly became like there has to be a book sandwiched between what I had originally planned, which is coming out tomorrow. [12:24]
Growing up the way she did and suffering the hardships that she had to endure without getting any justice in her life, my great grandmother still managed to be happy and find goodness in people and be good herself. [14:10]
And I like to think that she would be proud of what I've done just in the aspect that her story finally gets to be told and people get to understand the truth and understand more of maybe why she was the way she was. [14:28]
Commercial break. [14:54]
I firmly believe that I was born an author and this book and series is what I was meant to write. [17:28]
I started the first 70 pages of book one when I was a senior in college to my creative writing professor, and on graduation day, he shook my hand and said that he wanted to see my book get published. [17:56]
I got to a place in myself where I couldn't write and thought if I never get to go back to it, being a wife and a mother is enough. [18:16]
My experience with my child helped me learn so much from the publishing side that when I came back to my first love, Christian historical fiction, I did it well. [18:30]
There was a time where I was seeing a doctor because I was suffering from some autoimmune disorder things, and he said I had to find a way to manage my stress by getting back to doing what I love. [18:50]
When I finally was able to carve out the time to get back to writing, it was like rediscovering part of my purpose, a huge part of who I am. [19:17
I got lost in all of the research for the sensory processing challenges. My book is an account of our experience; what worked for us trying to put all of this into one place for other families that are still struggling that have no idea where to even begin. [20:45]
I lost myself within that process, and it was through God bringing me back to writing that I ended up rediscovering that purpose. [21:18]
I just think, especially with it being artistic August, find your passion and follow it whether it's at home or in the community. [23:10]
I'm a firm believer in writing and all art forms that connect people in this period where we feel so disconnected. [23:38]
Find the artwork that resonates within you so that you can feel connected to people again. [23:48]

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"Art really connects us to our hearts and our bodies." Lora Cheadle

Moving beyond an emotionally traumatic event is never easy, yet people can often navigate through to rediscover themselves and even thrive with creative solutions and patience. Our guest today, Lora Cheadle, was able to overcome the difficult experience of betrayal to living a fulfilling life. According to her, embracing art and being easy on herself played a significant role in her recovery.

Lora Cheadle is an attorney turned Life Choreographer®, author, speaker, and burlesque dancer. She believes women deserve to be seen for who they are, not for what they do or who they are in relation to others. Her mission is to empower women who are done sacrificing themselves for others, settling for "just good enough" relationships, careers, or bodies, and being judged for everything they do, say, or wear; to get to know themselves exclusive of their labels, roles, and scripts; show themselves unapologetically for who they are; and re-choreograph the next stage of their life on their own terms – so they can live with enthusiasm, joy, and satisfaction. She is the author of FLAUNT! Drop Your Cover and Reveal Your Smart, Sexy, & Spiritual Self:

In today's episode, Lora will talk about her journey to self-love and rediscovering her passion for dancing.

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Twenty-three years into my marriage, I found out that my husband had been cheating on me for 15 of those years with five different women, and so needless to say, it completely gutted me. [3:18]
This artistic piece brought me back to myself, got me out of my head and back into my heart and body, and allowed me to create and shock my own potential. [3:54]
I help my customers and clients realize people can be victimized, but you don't have to be the victim. [4:18]
I was a dancer growing up, and I loved dancing, and one time I found a coupon online for a pole dancing class which was terrifying, but I went by myself and fell in love with it. [7:01]
I got busy, and the only available class was a burlesque class which I didn't even know what it meant but decided that if it worked with my schedule, I would take it. [7:28]
I have all of these perfectionist hang-ups, but what is beautiful about burlesque is that it's all ages, all sizes, and everything. [9:23]
After my first show, a woman came to the backstage area, and she was in tears, and she said, if you can do it, I can do it. [10:37]
The first thing to realize is that things are hard, and it's normal to feel confident one day, and it is also normal to lose your confidence the next day. [14:48]
The second thing that I like to tell people is, it's always darkest right before dawn, and that moment when you were the most terrified that means you're right on the breakthrough. [15:07]
What I like about burlesque is that there are limiting factors in our lives, but it shows you how to work around them and not just quit. [16:32]
Commercial break. [18:48]
Art connects us to our hearts into our bodies, and we live in a world that is very headspace where we think things through, plan it, and then when things don't turn out right, we try to headspace it. [20:35]
There's so much fear, disconnection and shame in the world due to so much headspace stuff. [20:47]
If we just lived from that artistic space of creation, flow and beauty and play in curiosity, we would connect and find collaborative solutions. [21:00]
It's about this new creative combination and living and creating artistically, and we will solve problems and change the world. [21:19]
With my own betrayal journey, It seemed like the world was telling me the choices are either I stay or go, yet none of these were options for me. [23:10]
I like to talk about living in the glitter because glitter makes things fun. [23:37]
FLAUNT is actually an acronym, and I want everybody to flaunt every single day. [26:17]
F find your fetish, which means that you do what's fun for you every day, not just on the weekend. L is for laugh out loud. [26:24]
AU is the golden centre of flaunt, and that stands for accepting unconditionally. You can't change other people. You've got to accept life and everyone unconditionally as they are. [26:35]
N is for navigate and don't stop. T is for trusting in your truth because you are the only person living inside your head, heart, and body, so nobody can tell you how you're feeling. [26:47]

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"Embrace your journey, and it will take you to where you are supposed to be." Dayvee Sutton

When we reflect on our journeys to where we are, we see how different events and experiences led to our current positions. Therefore, we must embrace our journey to find meaning and fulfillment in life. This is according to our guest today, Dayvee Sutton, who believes that her present is largely explained by everything she has experienced in her previous experiences.

Dayvee Sutton is an investigative storyteller who travels the world uncovering the unseen in the most picturesque places. From hunting for pink dolphins and black caiman in the heart of the Amazon Rainforest to riding a motorbike through the streets of Hanoi, Vietnam, and gritty reporting in the infamous La Perla neighborhood in San Juan, Puerto Rico, after Hurricanes Irma and Maria. She uses travel adventures as the gateway to draw in audiences. Her reporting range covers everything from fun holiday travel tips to breaking news stories like navigating trips in the pandemic and important issues like the climate crisis.

Dayvee's unique perspective as a black woman in this space allows her to explore how the climate crisis affects the lives of women, indigenous people, people of color, and others whose needs and welfare tend to come last around the world. Her storytelling approach is relatable and tangible for audiences from her years as a journalist and not a scientist.

Dayvee's work can be seen on NBC News and TODAY Show, CNN, Dr. Oz, and The Weather Channel. She produced and hosted two seasons of an adventure travel show for Amazon Prime Video called "Beyond the Usual'', the series "Extraordinary Experiences" for USA TODAY Network, and is a Pathfinder host for "Lonely Planet." Dayvee also is one of the producers for "Health Minute" and "Consumer Watch'' for CNN New source.

In today's episode, our guest will discuss her travel experiences and how her journey has led her to discover her art, which is entrepreneurial journalism.

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So my background is as a traditional local news journalist, and most of my career was spent in sports, which I did for about 12 years. [4:01]
I then co-hosted a lifestyle and entertainment show locally, and that is where I really kind of found what I like to do. [4:13]
Everything in my background is like a full circle to making sense to right now, starting from where I was born and raised. [4:24]
I grew up in south of the suburbs of Los Angeles, where I was exposed to all kinds of cultures just being in a diverse friend group, and I was always so curious. [4:30]
Come to curving a whole journey of 15 years in news media, making a career pivot about six years ago to start my production company and go full-on in and tell travel stories. [5:28]
My background and even my college education help me take a deeper dive because what I learned as having a degree in world religions are empathy and perspective. [5:48]
One of my kind of taglines is that my job is to inspire you to go, and the audience consists of people who want to be inspired to try and go, but most of the audience are just interested in learning. [7:54]
Another underlying mission in my work is to dismantle colonialism in travel, and I know that can be triggering, but the whole industry is based on that. [8:20]
That means everything is set up to accommodate your comfort and your standards instead of allowing you to immerse yourself into how they do things. [8:50]
In my stories, whether they are the short, fun ones or on video, or if they're a longer, deeper dive one, I kind of try to unpack the impact and how to do it better. [9:11]
Being humble is a better approach than demanding that somebody tend your way just because you are who you are. [12:45]
You stand out and probably will get treated more favorably if you are humble in your approach because they aren't used to it. [13:18]
Basic manners and kindness does go a long way. [14:20]
Commercial Break. [17:15]
Travel is the best education, I think, and so whenever I touched the ground into a new place, I have my ears and eyes wide open, and I try to just soak it all up. [19:34]
I recently unearthed and digitized these VHS tapes of when my dad took us to different places, and it was a bit surreal seeing little me and doing what I do now. [20:04]
Talk about a full circle is just learning about this child me, and what I do now has just been amazing. [21:30]
I love the world and learning about how people live, and it is those human bits anywhere around the world that inspire me to encourage people to travel. [21:45]
Whatever little box we have grown up in, when we start to see that people are all the same, it breaks down all stigma, stereotypes, and bigotry that they might have grown up with. [22:38]
I was working in a traditional newsroom when I became inspired by another journalist who is a celebrity journalist, Soledad O'Brien. [23:50]
I started to investigate the idea of entrepreneurial journalists, which is different than a freelance journalist. [ 54:51]
In my company, we create ideas like programs segments, and we produce particular content for different networks and outlets, and my approach is a little deeper. [25:12]
One of the things that I do pretty regularly is I am on-air contributor to several national programs. People are curious about how to do that, so I'm coming up with an e-course to show people that any expertise is fit for TV. [25:38]
Your dream is your dream, and there are lots of obstacles along the way, but if it were easy, everyone would do it. So keep going. [29:40]

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"Dealing with people and seeing their eyes light up as what we've been discussing comes to life is what has hooked me on this private jewelry custom." Brian VanScoy

Like all artists, jewelers differ in their elements, which is reflected as well in their creations. Today, our guest, Brian VanScoy, gets his inspiration to create very specific and customized jewels by connecting with the emotional side of his clients. According to Brian, aligning with the clients' desires and expectations while bringing his creations to life is what makes the whole effort worthwhile.

As a third-generation jeweler, Brian VanScoy has been involved in all aspects of the diamond and jewelry trade for over 25 years. Growing up in the industry exposed him to master craftsmen and diamond cutters at a young age, some of whom he still has relationships with today. Over the past two and a half decades, Brian has learned from those old-world craftsmen and applied a new twist on an old trade. This has allowed him to serve his clients better and bring a fresh perspective to the jewelry industry.

Brian creates most of his jewelry, focusing mainly on fine bridal, using 3D CAD (computer-aided design) software. This program enables him to tailor that perfect piece of custom jewelry to his clients' specifications. After creating the initial design, Brian can e-mail his clients a rendered photo, followed but a 3D printed modal for their review before it goes into production.

Brian believes in educating his customers in all aspects of the jewelry manufacturing process, enabling them to make an informed decision on what could be one of their most significant investments. The process of designing a custom piece of jewelry should be enjoyable and stress-free. Whether a client is looking to design an intricate engagement ring or just looking to redesign a family heirloom, Brian works with them to turn their vision into a reality.

In today's episode, our guest will talk about his art and how he gets fulfillment from working directly with his customers. He will also tell us more about the endless ideas people can explore to transform their heirlooms into unique and beautiful jewelry.

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My youngest memories include bumping down the streets in Belgium traveling with my dad, a diamond buyer, and his job was to sell stones to franchises across the country. [3:35]
Growing up and knowing some of those diamond cutters to this day who are oddly now retiring, what's great about that is I'm doing business now with some of their children. [3:59]
Hanging out in the back of my dad's or family's jewelry store and playing with the rings growing up and carving wax, I have been able to sort of grow up alongside or within the jewelry industry and seeing how it works in the typical brick and mortar store. [4:25]
As I got older, what was important to me was dealing with the customer one-on-one and working with their emotional side. [4:43]
Dealing with them and seeing their eyes light up as what we've been discussing come to life is what hooked me on this private jewelry custom. [5:30]
Over the last 12 to 15 years, it has grown alongside technology, which has been exciting and fun seeing my customers' responses when I present the final piece to them. [5:45]
There is one job that sticks out to me recently. I had a woman approach me, and her mom had recently passed away and left her some of her jewelry that she wanted to wear in remembrance of her mom. [6:29]
One thing that made this job special was that I took her mom's handwriting and engraved that on the underside of the diamond on the metal, and she was teary-eyed and so special and so important to her. [[7:10]
She will never be able to replace her mom but having that symbol means a lot to me, and being able to do that rather than just sell a piece of jewelry but to make something more critical is so fulfilling. [7:41]
One issue in the jewelry industry is people thinking perhaps something is not within a budget or not within their comfortable budget range. [8:48]
I implore people to do some research and see what the budget is, instead of having these pieces, whether they're heirloom, or just frankly broken pieces from years ago, just sitting in a jewelry box collecting dust. [8:57]
This woman brought me these three rings that had a bunch of different size diamonds and shapes, and it would have been tough to put together and melt into a flowing ring. [9:10]
We took all the diamonds out and created one ring that flowed super nice, it was more of a cocktail ring, and the feeling of warmth that she got when she put it on was fantastic. [9:25]
A side note to this whole jewelry industry is, please insure your jewelry. It is the first thing I tell people when they purchase something of substance. [10:26]
Commercial Break. [11:20]
Manufactured or man-made diamonds have been around since the 70s used in industrial manufacturing mainly, but the diamond's quality was not gem quality. [13:49]
But over the last five to seven years, technology has come a long way and a lab diamond, according to the FTC, now has to be called a diamond because chemically, it is identical. [14:01]
Some of the most Senor gemologists in the world, if you gave them two diamonds side by side and a microscope, couldn't tell you which one was a lab one and which one was a natural. [14:15]
The affordability is amazing as they are about 40% less than the natural diamonds, and because of the price difference, usually, you can bump up the quality a little bit. [15:07]
I had one customer they were in Iceland on their honeymoon, and they came across some volcanic stone that was about the size of a golf ball on their 15th anniversary decided that they wanted to do something with it. [16:23]
She had approached a couple of local jewelers, but they told her that they couldn't help make it into something wearable. [16:40]
I reached out to some of my cutters, and one guy was willing to take a shot on it. [16:55]
It was a blackish green rock that we could cut down into little shapes that were specifically 1.3 millimeters each diamond shape and ended up being this sort of frosty green color. [17:03]
We put them into an anniversary band, cut one piece into a gem shape, and put it in her engagement ring to fit perfectly with her anniversary band. [17:24]
That was was one that was challenging and certainly paid off though, it was a cool experience. [17:46]
I had one customer whose grandparents passed away and left a very heavy gold bracelet, and he wanted his daughters to have something from their grandfather who they had not been able to meet. [19:38]
We were able to melt it down with the grandfather's actual gold, and I designed and created little necklaces for the granddaughters; and they now have these necklaces with their gold from their grandfather, which was excellent. [19:52]
The bracelet had some diamonds in it, which we took, and we were able to use those in the necklaces as well [20:12]
You need a fair amount of gold to be able to melt down and reuse it, but it was a great experience. [20:18]
Insure your jewelry and whether it's another jeweler or me, find someone you can trust. [22:47]

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“We are a very interesting species and we live on the most beautiful planet. Having been privileged to see an awful lot of it, let's preserve it and win it back.” Kevin Albin

The voices advocating for a more sustainable planet are ever increasing and rightly so. People are becoming more aware of the consequences of climate change and their responsibility towards protecting the environment. There are numerous strands attached to this course and one of them is using the art of writing to spread the message. Our guest today, Kevin Albin is one such voice and says that people need to be more aware of the realities of the situation if they are to be empowered to act.

Kevin Albin was a police officer in the UK for 25 years during which he served on a tactical firearms team and worked as a hostage negotiator. He then retrained as an International Mountain Leader and has worked around the globe guiding on trekking trips and leading expeditions in conservation. In 2011, he won the bronze in the World Guide Awards. Being unable to travel and work overseas during the pandemic, he wrote and published an Eco-fiction novel, Stonechild, where the statues of London come to life with a message on saving the planet. He currently lives in France.

In today’s episode, our guest will discuss his book and the inspiration to write it. He will also talk about the issue of climate change and what he believes can be done to begin to address it.

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As a writer, you want to stimulate people’s emotions and if someone can’t sleep or put your book down, that is something that we look for. [3:21]
‘Stonechild’ is a mixed bag because it is what we call a bit of eco-fiction, something to do with our social society, the government, the pulling down of statues, slavery, and racism. [3:38]
It is also ‘ripping yarn’ as it has been described. It has got a bit of humor in it and certainly, it has got a pace. [4:30]
We have all looked, prayed to, talked to, or touched a statue, and have at some point imagined if maybe a statue could live, what would it say? [5:52]
I was working in London one day and I just pictured the royal tank regiment memorial statue in London coming to life and talking to me [6:06]
A thought struck me and I wondered why they would come to life, and I concluded that it is because we are in a crisis that is much more serious than the pandemic we're living through which is climate change. [6:36]
So they could come to life saying that we have to take note and take action rapidly and that was the motivation for my book. [7:07]
I warmed to Molly as a character and any author will tell that you'll know yourself as the character grows on you. [9:24]
I liked Molly a lot in that she wasn't black or white but she did see the gray in between, and she did question those things and was prepared to listen to other people in their points of view. [9:39]
She has some prejudice against statues and why we build them which fuels her to doubt them and question what appears to be their message. [9:55]
I wanted the reader to question whether or not statues are bad, whether they can attack people, and for what reason because part of reading the book is for you to form your own opinions [10:17]
Statues is a huge topic at the current moment and it deserves to be talked about but in fact, what deserves to be talked about is the crisis of climate change because those are the things that are going to make a difference for everyone. [12:23]
Commercial Break [13:17]
The science world is struggling to convince the people that they have the power and that they're the ones that can change things. [16:15]
If I was trying to identify the biggest problem that we have at the moment, and the one that we really should tackle, that is our use of fossil fuels. [16:50]
We can tackle it as individuals, certainly but it needs to be a systemic change where we need to completely change the way we live our lives and the use of fossil fuels. [17:11]
The fossil fuel industry is vast and they are very protective understandably because they employed many people and have vast amounts of money tied up into the industry that they don't want to give up. [17:24]
We need a way to bring the industry on board and not see it as ‘them’ versus ‘us’. [18:21]
A very common thought process is that of ‘they're not doing it so why should we?’ But in fact, it should be the reverse and say ‘we should do it because they won't have any choice but to follow [20:38]
There is a momentum whereby some scientists now are beginning to learn to talk not only to scientists or to governments but also to the people in social media which is very good. [21:27]
Fossil fuels, climate change, and global warming are all intrinsically linked and we have to find ways to stop it rapidly and we can. [21:55]
The plastic industry was the one that created recycling and it was never going to be viable so there is some deceit there. [24:36]
We can't go from not being aware of what's going on to we are doing it perfectly, there has to be a transition between the two. [25:28]
We need to make those individual choices but at the same time, we need to be pressurizing governments, countries, and organizations to be greener. [26:47]
What people don't seem to be talking about is that we have a crisis here and in any crisis, a huge amount of money is made just simply from innovation and the new inventions that come out of it. [27:04]
Here is a golden opportunity for economies to capitalize on the innovation of being green. [27:21]
There is a huge number of projects going ahead and they are not perhaps widely publicized, but there are a lot of people doing a lot of good. [29:29]
We are the most intelligent species in the entire universe and have done a lot of creative things and so we can solve this issue, we just have to have a mind to unite and work together. [29:40]
The greatest thing that we could all do is just be informed be and there are some very good books and sites. [32:26]
We tend to look for greater power than ourselves and that's only natural. [35:42]
This is where we stand at the moment and we are still evolving and that should give us the enthusiasm to choose to evolve in the right direction. [36:07]
We do have time and we do have the capacity and the capability of changing things. [36:39]
We are a very interesting species and we live on the most beautiful planet and having been privileged to see an awful lot of it, let's preserve it and win it back. [38:11]
We know that when we do those things, when we're part of nature and looking after the environment and after each other, we feel good about ourselves. [38:31]

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“We become healthier and happier when we bring in creativity in some way into our life, work, and home.” Mary Potter Kenyon

Everybody is born with talents and the ability to creatively explore these talents. When discovered and acknowledged, the ability to create something can be a source of joy and fulfillment. Our guest today, Mary Potter Canyon, helps people to discover and embrace their creative talents and believes that one of the greatest benefits of creativity is its power to heal.

Mary Potter is a Program Coordinator at Shalom Spirituality Center, Dubuque, Iowa. She is also an author of seven books, including Refined By Fire: A Journey of Grief and Grace, Expressive Writing for Healing, and Called to Be Creative which was released on August 18, 2020. She is a speaker and workshop presenter on the topics of writing, grief, and utilizing your creativity in your everyday life and a member of the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association AWSA

In today’s episode, our guest will be discussing the positive creativity that came out of the pandemic and how people of all ages can work creativity into their lives for a happier and healthier existence.

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I am a program coordinator at a spirituality center where I coordinate and facilitate programs on spirituality and its relation to ourselves and our creativity. [3:28]
I've been a writer for over 30 years, and that has been a constant in my life. [3:48]
I was a stay-at-home mom until 2012 when my husband passed away and I did a lot of freelance writing and running various home businesses. [3:55]
It was quite a change and I still can't believe that in the nine years since I have become what I would never have imagined becoming which is a public speaker. [4:09]
I could barely string two sentences together to talk to the butcher or the mailman as a stay-at-home mom. [4:21]
Part of my creativity as a result of this loss that I experienced is writing about loss and expressive writing for healing. [4:29]
The workshops I do are also related to grief, creativity, and the connection between how creativity can be healing for us. [4:39]
I do have to mention that I have eight children because that always boggles everybody's mind. [4:51]
I think if anything to pandemic has shown us the importance of creativity and all its forms. [6:35]
People were turning to gardening, baking, sitting on the sidewalk, and coloring messages to encourage people that were walking past their houses. [6:45]
We all instinctively turn to something that happens to have a science behind it, that proves we are healthier happier when we are working creativity in some way into our life, work, and home. [6:57]
There are healing benefits for anxiety and worry and whatever we're going through in creating and not only that, science proves we were designed to create. [7:17]
It boggles my mind when I think that all this science has shown us that what we instinctively turned to during the pandemic is something that we've needed in our life anyway. [7:30]
I instinctively turned to journaling after my husband passed away and I found healing benefits in that. [8:01]
In three months I wondered how people grieve without journaling and I researched for my book on creativity and expressive writing for healing. [8:09]
I discovered there was research and science behind this and it was not just something that I think [8:25]
It is my hope that we have learned something from it because what a waste it would be if we didn't learn something from this time. [10:06]
I know some people were busier than ever such as the frontline workers and they had to find creative ways to deal with patients.[10:12]
I had to figure out what working from home entailed which was a learning curve for a lot of us. [10:40]
I am bound and determined to have learned something from this and to apply and to keep it as part of my life. [10:58]
My daughter was 16 when I was sent to work from home and she didn't want to talk about it and I felt the loneliest I've ever felt in my life because I was in a house with the only one of my eight children who would never hug. [12:12]
Once I started asking her if she would take hikes with me, that is where she started talking in nature and that is something we all need to learn that there's a lot of healing in nature. [12:41]
Now she's 17 and we sit down and talk every day after work, and she sometimes will make me a cup of tea before I get home from work. [13:00]
Another thing that came out of the pandemic at this time is Zoom. There were a lot of us who didn't use zoom before but now my workplace can reach people who could never have set foot in our building. [14:20]
So we needed that human connection, and we got it through a screen and so we are going to continue to do Zoom programs. [14:38]
I think we also learned we do need human interaction. [16:18]
Creativity is nothing new, it is something that we did as children but it felt like something new during the pandemic. [[16:46]
It is good news for all of those people out there who are daydreamers because science also proves that daydreamers are some of the most creative people. [17:28]
It is healthy for us to daydream and that's what happens when you take walks too. There is a lot of creativity that goes on in solitude, and mindfulness. [17:48]
Commercial break. [19:28]
It stemmed from having a very creative mother. My family was very poor and yet somehow my mother beautified our home with the things that she was making. [20:58]
At the age of 41 years old, she decided to carve a piece of wood and so she picked up a kitchen knife and a piece of wood and made a very crude carving. [21:25]
She honed that talent and that gift to create a home business out of wood carvings and paintings and beautiful things that she ended up selling our soul besides beautifying her home. [21:36]
When she passed away I found unpublished manuscripts underneath her bed and her words written to her children was that her greatest desire is that they would utilize their talents which hit home for me. [21:51]
So I've been writing from home for 25 years at that point but I thought I would maybe take that talent seriously after her death. [22:05]
I sat down and wrote an outline because I thought we all have something that is in us that is creative. [22:17]
I had started doing some public speaking at that time to young moms and I remember asking them if they would put money into their children's talents and they said of course they would. I then asked them about themselves but they said that they did not have time for themselves. [22:25]
I did the same kind of speech to older women in their 70s and 80s and asked them about their children's talents which they said they would always encourage them but when I asked about them, the answers were heartbreaking and I knew that wasn't true. [22:40]
So, we see it in our own children and in other people but we don't necessarily see it in ourselves and that is where the idea for the book was born. [23:19]
In 2010 I wrote out an outline of what the book would look like that would encourage everybody to discover their purpose and their passions. [23:26]
After my husband passed away I got a job as a librarian for a while and also started working as a newspaper reporter for a while I started to hear and see more and more people who did not fit any time into their passions, it was all work. [23:40]
That is when I started delving a little bit into the science and the research behind creativity. [24:02]
I started interviewing some creative people who were working creativity into their life and between their jobs or in their job. [24:20]
It was a long time coming and it came out during the pandemic, which was 10 years after my mother had died. [24:30]
It has helped so many different people who were reaching out to me saying they looked back into their childhood and remembered making something creative and that they should try again. [24:40]
So it is a book to encourage and inspire people to work creativity back into their lives. [25:05]
Sadly, sometimes all it is, is one person telling us we cannot do something which follows years and years and years of still believing that one person's words so that they don't even try anymore. [26:42]
I have met people who something in them led them to write and they kept writing but they never dared show anybody or they never dared submit anything. [27:20]
When I discover them through a class and I convinced them that what they have done is beautiful they share it and they come alive. [27: 31]
There is a benefit to creating time to create and it is worth the effort. [28:10
There is something to be said for creating just for the fun of creating and for trying new things and allowing ourselves to fail. [29:15]
We carry these lies within us and every once in a while we have to take time to figure out what the truth is. [31:18]
I just want your listeners to believe in themselves and believe there is something in them. [33:24]
I want them to start by looking back to their childhood and remember what it was that they were drawn to naturally because that's where our secret desires lie before life took that out of us. [33:28]
Whatever it is that makes them feel alive, whatever it is that makes them come alive, work that into their everyday life because there are ways to work it into our lives, at home, at work, in whatever we are doing and we will be healthier and happier for doing that. [33:49]

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“When you see people put their heart into something, you want them to be validated for it because it is part of their soul” Jen Kiaba

The healing power of art has long been explored in different settings in an effort to influence, acknowledge and manage a wide range of human behaviors and functions. Our guest today, Jen Kiaba, has been working with people to help them heal by encouraging them to express their stories through art where she leads by example.

Jen Kiaba is an artist and educator who grew up in the infamous Unification Church, a religious group referred to by popular media as “the Moonies” and a primary example of a cult. After escaping a forced arranged marriage, she fought her way out in her early twenties. After leaving the cult she went on to earn her BA in Art History at Bard College.

As an artist, she uses photography to explore the failure of faith and the resulting loss of identity that occurs. Her work has been exhibited internationally, was a third-place winner of the Julia Margaret Cameron Award, a top 200 finalist in Critical Mass, and an Honorable Mention in the 13th Pollux Award. Since 2014 she has worked as an educator and mentor with a local non-profit that seeks to empower youth to develop their artistic voice to shape their futures. She also writes and speaks about art, healing, and their intersection.

In today’s episode, we will be discussing more on how art can be embraced to fast-track the healing process in children. We will also talk about why it is important to recognize and validate people’s efforts when expressing their art.

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I love that you started by saying that despite the fact that I have this unique experience, so many people connect with and I think that is such a poignant truth. [3:14]
In the nonprofits that I've worked with, a lot of the teenagers that we come into contact with are highly at-risk youth so I tend to lead in the classes with my stories. [4:51]
I share my story and my art with them, again, not in any way to burden them but just to say, this is a safe space I am trusting you with. [5:19]
Many of us can understand the universals in art much better than we can understand the language of a story sometimes. [5:37]
If we don't have the exact same experience, it's very easy to dismiss it as other but when these kids see the work, I can often see a light bulb go off. [5:45]
In the environment that they may be in, it is difficult for the kids to know what is ok to express because generally, we tend to want to show people the good side and find it hard to share the dark side. [5:57]
When I share the work that I've created in my healing process, I'm always amazed at how honest and raw, and vulnerable the art that these kids share. [6:16]
And so I tend to use the same techniques when I mentor and a lot of people come to me because of my work and my story. [6:27]
People are amazed that those themes are so present in their visuals, and then you know, from an artistic perspective, we start to put together bodies of work and things. [7:01]
I learned that art is a language in and of itself. It transcends the spoken word, it transcends the left side of the brain and the logical thinking. It is such a powerful tool for communication for people to feel seen and to feel heard. [7:19]
In my business, I seek out partnerships with nonprofits to teach and nonprofits to license to where I know that my work can be a tool to help further somebody else's business or somebody else's mission. [7:38]
There are so many different ways that I try to plug in now that I've learned that there are so many connections for us and that our stories are so interwoven even if they seem different. [8:15]
Anytime I hear of an organization where they have this mission that resonates, maybe even with just a small part of my story, I find ways to connect with them so that I can help further their mission from a visual standpoint. [8:28]
I've only recently started to learn that one of the reasons art therapy is so powerful is because it helps to connect more fluidly to the right side of the brain. [11:14]
In my classes and my mentorships, I'm usually very forthright in giving permission slips to kids to create whatever they need to. [11:58]
I do think that there are things that we need to process with the support of somebody who is trained. [12:19]
In an art class, I do find that it has been freeing and the work that I've seen the kids create, and the relationships that I've established because of art and I know that it makes a difference. [12:26]
In educational spaces, we have to realize, especially creativity, we are being so vulnerable and I am usually so fiercely protective. [15:38]
When you see people put their heart into something, you want them to be validated for it because it is part of somebody's soul. [16:45]
Commercial Break [17:10]
I believe that when kids create in some of their darkest spaces, it helps them give more words or definitions or give them more power over some of their experiences. [19:08]
When I exited the Unification Church and was processing and healing, I didn't have language for my experience. I didn't know how to talk about it because I didn't know what I experienced was abuse. [19:21]
When I first started going to therapy, one of the best ways for me to communicate was via my art, and even talking to other survivors of you know, domestic abuse and abusive families and things like that. [19:37]
To me what has been so amazing is that when I've shared my art, I hear other people's stories in return and that has been the primary way for me to develop the language around my experience. [19:52]
I've since started to research cults and coercive control and narcissistic abuse and can now have a more academic framework for it. [20:06]
The first time I ever shared my work I was at a very small workshop where I showed my prints to the woman across the table from me, she looked at my pictures, and she said, these reminded her of her abusive background and she told me her story. [20:27]
It made me realize that this was an incredible way for us to develop connections and you find shared experiences and that allow you to feel not so alone. [20:51]
You are more artistic than you give yourself credit for, and art is an incredible healing and communication tool. [24:27]

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“I have really come to believe all the different arts is really what makes us human otherwise, we would just be a computer or machine.” Vincent James

Most people often discover their purpose as they journey through the process of creative self-expression, which then brings them joy and a sense of self-fulfillment. Our guest today, Vincent James, got to experience this transformative moment thirty years into creating and exploring the art of music and has since never looked back.

Vincent James has been circulating in the musical world for over 3 decades. He first began as a songwriter penning “Rock & Roll and Wrestling Connection” in the mid-80s that was made into a music video by PRISM Television starring Cyndi Lauper, Hulk Hogan, and Rowdy Roddy Piper. James later began managing local bands helping to book and promote hundreds of live shows.

Eventually, James elected to go the artist route and released several recordings including two national singles. Highlights included the humorous “Y2K” song that landed a local FOX news spot, a Billboard review, and an appearance on the nationally syndicated Jenny Jones Show. A few years later, James's single “One More Night” aired on over 80 radio stations nationwide, landed a spot on the Friday Morning Quarterback radio chart, and launched his transition to Mr. Love Songs. Over the next decade, James wrote dozens of custom love songs for weddings, anniversaries, and other special occasions through his LoveSongs.com website.

Change came knocking in 2014 when James realized he wasn’t serving his true purpose. After listening to a teleseminar entitled “How Everyone Has a Book Inside Them”, James decided to publish a book along featuring inspirational music stories about how music changed people’s lives. Co-authored with his wife Joann, “88+ Ways Music Can Change Your Life”: https://amzn.to/359FN2B was first published in June 2015 and features stories and anecdotes from both regular and famous musicians. Story contributors include Rick Wakeman (YES), Vanessa Carlton, Simon Kirke (Bad Company/FREE), Bobby Kimball (Toto), Bill Champlin (Chicago), Rob Hyman & Eric Bazilian (The Hooters) along with hit songwriters Seidah Garrett (Michael Jackson), Billy Steinberg (Madonna) and Bobby Hart (The Monkees). The sequel to “88+ Ways Music” was published on New Years' Eve 2020 and is entitled “88 MORE Ways Music Can Change Your Life”: https://amzn.to/3goDePs . 80% of all “88 Ways Music” proceed from both books are donated to music education and service non-profits.

While publishing and promoting “88+ Ways Music Can Change Your Life”, James began to discover his true passion for music education. Along with his wife, they formed the Keep Music Alive organization and launched the 1st Annual Teach Music Week in March 2015 and the first Annual Kids Music Day in October 2016. Keep Music Alive officially became a non-profit in October 2017 and now partners with over 1,000 music schools, music stores, and other organizations to offer free lessons to new students and special events that benefit and celebrate kids playing music. These events range from student performances, instrument petting zoos, drum & ukulele circles, instrument donation drives, and more.

Over a dozen celebrities have signed on as Kids Music Day Ambassadors lending their name and image for the cause including Julie Andrews, Jack Black, Sarah McLachlan, Kenny Loggins, Michael Feinstein, Vanessa Williams, Pat Benatar, and more. Television and Broadway star Matthew Morrison signed on as the Official Spokesperson for the milestone 5th Annual Kids Music Day in October 2020, leading to Kids Music Day being featured on Entertainment Tonight, People TV, and Good Day New York.

In today’s episode, we will be discussing Vincent James’s experiences as he explored his art in music and how he found his purpose and passion for advocating for children’s music and storytelling.

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It is really funny, Michael, how this all started. I bounced around through several different areas, which I enjoy and I was pretty good at them. [5:46]
But along the way, through those 30 years, I never really felt like I was truly doing my full purpose, what I was meant to do. [5:58]
One day, I was drawn to listen to a teleseminar training about how everyone has a book inside them they need to write. [6:05]
I never thought I would write a book because by day, I'm an engineer, and by night, and weekends, I do all this music stuff. [6:12]
Because I'm going back and forth. I'm not really an expert on any, like a jack of all trades, right? Who's gonna buy a book, I'm not an expert. [6:20]
While I'm on this call, it was like a bolt of lightning hit me what about a book of inspirational stories of how music impacted people's lives, I wouldn't have to write anything. [6:27]
I would just gather stories, edit them, and then we would publish them and inspire others to play music and to share the gift of music because I know how important it is to me. [6:36]
And then along the way, as we started doing research, this whole thing kind of morphed eventually into the ‘Keep Music Alive’ nonprofit years later. [6:46]
So as we dug into all the research and peeled the layers back on the onion it became just amazing to me. [6:58]
My primary focus is advocating for music and music education because that's just really where my heart is. [7:36]
When playing music you're building up not only your musical skills, but your social skills as you're connecting with your tribe. [9:35]
When you're playing an instrument you are firing back and forth between the left logical and the right creative sides, much more than almost anything we do as humans. [9:50]
The corpus callosum part of the brain gets bigger for the kids that have had musical education during their developmental years and this is how we get thinkers outside the box. [10:03]
Add on the motor skills that you have to do for your finger position. [10:11]
The brain is an amazing thing and we're only scratching the surface in our lifetime of what the brain is capable of. [11:56]
If people intentionally explore different types of music along the way, they don't just become locked in but they have to learn new things to expand the brain. [13:56]
We ran into a fellow who is 15 years old and from the west coast and he could play 107 unique instruments on a good level. [14:52
They credited his skills to when his mother was pregnant where they used to take the speaker and put it up to his mom's belly. [15:08]
Commercial break. [16:18]
March of 2016, I came up with the idea of having a week every year where musicians offer free lessons to somebody and I put up a couple of social media posts. [18:00]
I started reaching out to schools and so that second year, we had 23 music schools and eight states that said ye. [18:19]
We built our homegrown database and now have like 5000 and we started reaching schools and stores t to encourage them to participate and then we just grew it organically year after year. [18:45]
After the second or third teach music week, we ran into a girl who was doing something called kids yoga day and I wondered if there was a kids music day. [18:58]
We looked it up and there was no such thing and we decided to start doing it where the music schools and stores offer some sort of event or promotion that either benefits or celebrates kids playing music. [19:20]
The idea is to raise a loud enough voice so we can get the media everywhere talking about it and get more kids involved in music in the arts. [19:33]
We work with another national organization called hungry for music where we do local instrument donation and we donate some to a local non-profit school and repurpose others that are completely broken so that it's not going into the landfill. [21:16]
Before we started all this, I didn't pay much attention, I was on my own just doing my own thing. [22:11]
But then as I started to focus on what we're doing and the advocacy I started thinking about it. [22:18]
I have come to believe all the different arts is really what makes us human otherwise, we would just be a computer or machine. [22:25]
What would be the difference if we didn't have our culture and all the different varied beautiful cultures around the world? [22:35]
I think that's really why we need music and art, to express ourselves for therapeutic reasons. [22:43]
We are always looking for new stories for the music book series and we donate 80% of the proceeds. [23:48]
For ‘Keep Music Alive,’ we are continuing to build it up year by year and we will also do our musical instrument petting zoo events around the Philadelphia area, schools and libraries. [24:01]
We also do special ones for children that are on the spectrum where it is just solely dedicated to them, and they come in with their families. [24:19]
I would just encourage people that whatever passion or business case, you just need to be persistent and consistent with it. [27:58]
I believe one of the reasons we have had so much success with what we're doing now is because we've been consistently doing it for seven years now building it out. 28:09]
One of the things that I always like to share with people is that silence never means no. [28:22]

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88+ Ways Music Can Change Your Life - 2nd Edition: Inspirational Music Stories & Quotes from Around the World

88+ Ways Music Can Change Your Life: Inspirational music stories, anecdotes & quotes from all around the world

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“When we are able to express ourselves, we can let go of different things that we've been through.” Kendra Muecke.

There is no limit to what possibilities are available when it comes to art, and this is especially true in times of change and uncertainty. The entertainment industry which was especially hit by the effects of the pandemic proved this after they were forced to explore new possibilities to showcase the creations and connect with their audience. Our guest today, Kendra Muecke, was able to explore such possibilities and got to live an exceptional experience during this period. She affirms the importance of embracing and being confident in your art even in the most difficult of times.

Kendra Muecke is a singer/songwriter, writer, actress, and published author from Houston, TX-based now in Los Angeles, CA. She performs under the stage name “Kendra & the Bunnies”, as a psychedelic folk-rock Americana and spoken word artist. “Kendra & the Bunnies” performs both as a full band and as a solo acoustic act. Her style heavily utilizes the element of storytelling through song, painting a creative experience for the listener. She has released four albums, charted globally at #8 on the digital radio charts (between Dua Lipa at #7 & Miley Cyrus at #9), published two books, writes for several online music magazines, is SAG-Aftra Eligible, and tours nationally.

In 2021, Kendra was nominated for 3 Josie Awards including Best Artist of the Year (Multi-Genre), Best Song of the Year (Self Love Proclamation), and Best Music Video of the Year (Self Love). She was also nominated for a 2021 International Singer-Songwriter Association Award. You can read more about Kendra’s music and writing in over 100 publications such as JamBase, Relix Magazine, Live for Live Music, Denver Westword, Houston City Book, Grateful Web, Getty Images, Shakedown News, The Hollywood Digest, Indie Pulse Music, and more. She graduated from Pepperdine University with a BFA in Theatre Arts and has, additionally, studied music business/recording at the Musicians Institute and songwriting at Vanderbilt University's Blair School of Music.

In today’s episode, Kendra will be talking to us about how and what she perceives art to be and also how she has evolved in her art and managed to keep up with changes and the uncertainties in the current environment.

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I think I was four years old when mum took me to the local downtown theater and had me audition. [2:46]
I started doing professional vocal lessons, professional dancing, and acting lessons which became my everything. [3:13]
I would go down to the theater several times a week and acted and learned all the songs and made friends. [3:20]
Later on, I got into sports too but pretty much my entire life has been about acting, theater, and the arts. [3:32]
Later on, in high school, I got into rock and roll music and philosophical questioning and spirituality, guitar and poetry too which has played a big part in my career. [3:41]
I feel like art is the extension of my expression. [4:22]
I would go through these experiences and make them part of my memory and that is where the song comes in. [5:10]
2020 was a total surprise. I had some tours booked but had to shift my mindset and postpone all the events. [7:23]
I however decided to go ahead and switch to all online since I was already very active on social media and I had live-streamed a little bit. [8:15]
I live-streamed over 150 shows last year and partnered with venues across the country and did a virtual live stream tour concert with people all over the country. [8:30]
For people that were really creative about doing this, you might you probably reached audiences you wouldn't have. [8:55]
I started to be known as ‘the live stream person’ and so I got a lot of opportunities from people just by word of mouth because I was consistently showing up. [9:02]
I am now doing a little bit of professional live streaming where I've been signed on by an agency to help grow another platform. [9:13]
It gave us a reason to put a pause button on things and think and so a lot of my songs and moments came in particular from being at home experiencing this year. [9:52]
I will talk about the song ‘Self-love Proclamation’ since you talked about it earlier which I was recently nominated for three Josie awards. [11:00]
‘Self-love proclamation’ is co-written with a lot of people in Nashville and is all about just ripping off the band-aid and saying this is who I am and I'm going to love myself for who I am and that journey to finding ourselves is evident in the song. [11:15]
Commercial Break. [11:40]
Song teaser [12:50]
There are so many different things that come to mind, the first thing would be the healing element to art. [15:01]
When we can express ourselves, we can let go of different things that we've been through. [15:08]
I work sometimes with this nonprofit based in Los Angeles, called artists for trauma and is where people who have PTSD, physical, mental, veterans, emotional, spiritual healing, come together to do art and I think that encapsulates what art can do for us. [15:14]
It's done that for me personally, just like dealing with, you know, different racing thoughts, or whatever goes on in my life, I'm able to channel that into the guitar or into a poem or lyrics, and let it go. [15:35]
The next thing would be the cohesion of community thought that can be showcased through an event. [16:09]
It is also a really good way to start conversations in a way that is accommodating to different perspectives. [17:16]
Sometimes I think about how there's there is art written about the previous history, but then I realize that we are creating history every day. [18:31]
I'm really excited to see people start to go back to concert venues and have those shared experiences because we've craved being together in those shared experiences. [18:58]
It still may take a while but I think we're going to appreciate it even more now. [19:10]
I watched a lot of live streams with different artists and put on a lot of different live streams with different artists. [20:02]
The one thing that I've been going back to over and over right now is, only you know. [22:08]
We can take advice and we can listen to other people and we can listen for clues from the universe but at the end of the day, it's about our own perspective and how we filter in. [22:14]
This means this only we know our true north and our true path. [22:40]

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“Most of us are just not caring to ourselves. It is so much easier for us to have compassion for others and forget ourselves in the process.” Tifanny Nguyen

In an effort to find fulfillment and meaning, many people end up subscribing to other people’s ideas and definitions of what happiness is. True fulfillment, however, stems from within through knowing self and accepting the person that we are in totality. By focusing on self-awareness, people become more compassionate of themselves and motivated to pursue more fulfilling lives. This is according to our guest today, Tifanny Nguyen, who found out that the focus on personal transformation often precedes the spiritual journey.

Tiffany Nguyen is a spiritual life coach who helps busy professionals and sensitive, high-achievers reconnect with their truths and live authentically. She combines practicality and spiritual wisdom to guide people towards clarity and confidence in who they are, leading them to inner peace and happiness. With her analytical brain and her intuitive Tarot reading skill, Tiffany brings a unique approach to one’s self-transformation journey.

Tiffany immigrated to the U.S when she was 16 and quickly learned the harsh reality of being alone in a foreign country. She faced her greatest fear: loneliness. As the years went by, she grew tired of chasing the next thing and feeling lost and decided to look within. Tiffany created the Happiness Blueprint to illustrate how people can build a fulfilling life for themselves. She holds a Doctor of Pharmacy and is a student of Tibetan Meditation Master, Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche. Her articles have appeared on Elephant Journal, Thrive Global, Purpose Fairy, and McGill Media. She has also been featured on the spiritual podcast, Unfuck Your Mind.

In today’s episode, our guest will be discussing her journey and experiences and how they led her to what she is currently doing with her clients. She will also dive deeper into the Tarot reading practice and what it has to offer.

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https://spunkyspiritualist.com/

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My story started when I immigrated, but it was more like a night of the soul experience where I was depressed and suffered through a lot, and years later when life got better, I did not deal with the mess but just suppressed it and kept going. [3:55]
It took me all the way into while I was in pharmacy school and at the time it seemed like nothing was wrong in my life but in reality, I was miserable and then my friend commented that she wished she had a relationship like mine. [4:39]
I responded that it was not that great but immediately right after my coping mechanisms jumped right in and I started giving excuses. [5:18]
It was a beautiful moment because it seems like my best friend knew me better than I did myself. [5:34]
I became very open and vulnerable and shared with her about my past where I got into a lot of relationships I shouldn't be in and I hated myself a lot. [5:50]
I always thought I had to earn happiness by doing a lot of things and just play every role perfectly which was just tiring. [6:12]
So that was a saving grace, she also opened up and become vulnerable and share with me her past and it turned out that we were very similar. [6:46]
What stuck with me is not about our past, but about how we were adamant that each other deserve the best happiness. [6:55]
It took me a few months later while driving along and I have this simple epiphany that if I swap places with my best friend, I will never, ever even think to consider her any less. [7:09]
I realized that I was hard on myself and forgave myself and that self-forgiveness was what kick-started my spiritual journey. [7:27]
Immediately after I forgave myself, it was like an overnight effect that I felt that the burden was off and that I didn’t have to pretend anymore. [7:39]
I realized what I was feeling was valid so I took stock of my life on what's working and what was not. [7:50]
A year later after I started my journey, I became ready then I met my teacher on Facebook and learned meditation. [8:26]
With the work I do as a retail pharmacist, at one point my life was chaotic but with the foundation and the practice I had, there was always a sense of calm and being grounded that almost felt palpable. [9:15]
I wished everybody would feel that but it is not always available for everyone and so it is from that wish that I started the business. [10:07]
In my work now I help with busy professionals and high achievers where we walk the pattern through relationships, tracing back with their thought patterns beliefs, and perceptions, and how they view life and themselves. [10:24]
What worked at the moment that I and my friend had was the kind of relationship we had where we were both understanding of each other and there was great trust. [12:43]
We don't always have this kind of trust and understanding with family members or intimate relationships due to expectations but with friends it is different. [12:58]
I think that trust, security, and understanding helps open up the conversation and sharing to be vulnerable where without it we just can't get to get down to the bottom to the truth. [13:56]
Most of us are just not caring about ourselves. It is so much easier for us to have compassion for others and forget ourselves in the process. [15:15]
Part of the healing process is to learn to know ourselves, take it with grace and give us a lot of love and compassion. [15:34]
Commercial break [16:20]
I was lucky to grow up in Asia, Vietnam which is a very spiritual country and even if we have no religion, 100% of Vietnamese have ancestorship. [18:20]
I was always begging my mum to go see a psychic which she did much later when I was eighteen and after that, I just got sucked into it. [18:48]
After a while, I started getting a lot of psychic reading and became like a dependency which was very unhealthy. [19:07]
When I got to the US that trait of mine continued and later on I got exposed to the Tarot which was different from how it was done in Vietnam. [19:38]
I got this urge and curiosity to go explore and I realized that I could do it which was quite surprising to me because I never thought I could do it. [20:30]
So my brand is very analytical and nowhere intuitive at all. [21:10]
Tarot is interesting to me because it has a system or guideline on which I can rely and not be completely lost and overwhelmed. [21:29]
The beautiful thing about the Tarot is there is a lot of archetypes and is applicable in so many aspects of our life. [23:18]
Later on, when I started my spiritual journey and awakening and started working with people I started noticing people also developing the same dependency tendency that I had before and therefore I stopped offering Tarot reading professionally. [23:44]
It is also beautiful to just offer people an opportunity to explore their possibilities. [24:52]
I think Tarot is a very good, personal tool to use for reflection and a great exploration tool to learn about oneself. [27:01]
Another way that I have seen people use the Tarot a lot is when writers encounter writer’s blocks. [27:37]
A lot of artists also use the Tarot since it has so many themes and there is a lot of things that they can explore. [28:00]
I would say any long-lasting fulfilling relationship that you ever wish in your life is so where you have to start at the solid foundation of the relationship with yourself. So invest in yourself and explore yourself. [30:42]

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"Any direction that you go with regards to art, it becomes beautiful if you put your time and energy into it." Caramel Lucas

Caramel Lucas is knowledgeable in the business and entertainment industry. She has been in both industries for over 15 years. She is also a Podcast Host with her show called ‘Keepin It Real with Caramel’ “As We Say 100” on Anchor, a wide range on a podcast digital platform. Caramel interviews entrepreneurs who want to be heard and give her listeners inspirational and motivational messages.

Caramel writes her newsletter with Substack called “Keepin It Real with Caramel.” This platform shows people the expertise in Caramel creative writing. The readers have the opportunity to relate to the articles and give the readers inspiration and motivation. Caramel’s newsletter has the scenario, the truth, and the conclusion with an inspirational poem at the end of each article. In 2018, Caramel became a Published Poet with Eber & Wein Publishing and Poetry Nation. Caramel continues to express herself in her poetry. She became published in the Upon Arrival Edition and Quarantine Edition. She received a plaque for both and became one of the best poets in 2019 & 2020.

To keep pushing her career, Caramel decided to continue her education at IAP Career College and became a Keynote Motivational Speaker. Caramel speaks about Relationships, Life Experiences, Online Dating, Parenting, and Motivation. She has a story to tell and a purpose of helping others in their life journeys. In 2013, Caramel became a Published Author and published a novel called “In Love With The Other Man” which became a best seller. She went and ahead wrote, produced, and directed her featured film of the novel.

The decision to make a perfume fragrance with Waft called “Taste of Caramel,” was inspired by the desire to go out of the box and do something unique and fun. The perfume fragrance has a cashmere smell.

Caramel also does Standup clean and adult comedy and has performed at many comedy clubs, fashion shows, etc. She also became a member of Comedy Network Live (thenativesociety.com), Florida Comedy & Entertainment Movement, and Entertainers Worldwide. She hosts a Comedy Open Mic Night at a local pizza restaurant called “Pizza Avenue.”

Caramel is a member of the Toastmasters (Voices of Maitland Club), National Association of Professional Women (NAPW), IAPO (International Association of Professional Motivational Speakers), Notary Association, Black Speakers Network, and a member of the American Legion since 1997 and still active. She has also been a model where she has appeared in many competitions and has appeared in many movies and directed many music videos and commercials. In all her adventures, Caramel has loved her experiences and she continues to move forward.

In today’s episode, Caramel talks to us about her journey and the different experiences she has had in her life. She will also dive deeper and talk to us about her creativity in multiple areas and why she believes that art is important in the world.

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Social media handles

www.caramellucas.net

https://anchor.fm/caramel-lucas

https://caramel.substack.com/

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I love creating things and seeing and trying new things and I'm always curating something in my mind to find something new to do. [3:30]
I love motivating, inspiring, and impacting people because I want to show people that they don't have to do one thing but whatever they feel like they want to do consciously and make something out of it and be proud that they have done it. [3:48]
I believe that if you're working for something, you have to find something that you like so that you find the fun in whatever you do. [4:43]
At first, I was thinking about creating some kind of jeans, fashion, clothing wear, but then I thought that everybody does that. [5:31]
I decided to find something different than nobody does and fragrance came into mind. [5:46]
I called this company and told them I wanted to do a fragrance of essences that I loved to smell of which are cashmere, caramel, and vanilla and so we got together and made a fragrance that turned out to smell good. [5:53]
I wanted to something different that makes me feel good to say I did it. [6:18]
In 2013 I wrote a book ‘In Love with the Other Man,’ and I had a character that everybody loved and so I decided to take this character and let everybody see what she was really about. [6:53]
I had four girls in the book, Liz, Kesha, Denise, and Tanya, and everybody felt something about Liz. [7:10]
Liz was a married woman with three kids and a husband and she was going through so much in her life and I wanted people to see what she was going through. [7:24]
My friend of a long time who does productions asked me if I wanted to make a movie out of my book and I thought it was a great opportunity. [8:37]
I directed and produced the whole thing and with some of his input, we had the film done which was just amazing. [9:03]
I did everything out of my pocket without asking anybody for any funding because I wanted to do it on my own as I felt this was my baby. [9:50]
I'm always ready to take risks because I believe that you will never know the outcome if you don't take a risk. [10:36]
Commercial Break [10:52]
My next goal is my stand-up comedy which I do as well and so right now I'm on a project with a local pizza place to do an open mic to give the community a chance to come in and showcase their talents including poetry, music, and comedy. [12:28]
We have been sitting still for a year and now it's time to get out and get with the community and do something for them. [12:57]
I'm also working on a game called ‘Choices’ that is found on Play Store. [13:20]
I'm also doing my Portugal course and I just submitted poetry and now waiting to see if I am going to get an award from it. [14:02]
I feel like art is important because it shows it shows positive energy for me and shows people that you can do whatever you want. [14:35]
Any direction that you go with regards to art, becomes beautiful if you put your time and energy into it. [14:47]
When you have that positive energy, and have that wonderful art of letting people know the positivity, that's what I do. [15:14]
We were down for a year and we didn't have anyone around us but our family and now as we are opening up we need to embrace each other and calm everything down instead of being all hostile and all everywhere. [16:18]
Whatever art that you do it is a factor to unite people by accepting it or creating it and that is awesome. [16:35]
You only live once in life and so when you do whatever you don't be scared of what other people think but do what you feel is best for you. [18:24]

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“Art has the potential to be a reflection of someone's authentic experience, whether that be a story, an emotion, or just our perspective.” Kira Bursky

Creative imagination is always evident in the works that artists bring forth. The uniqueness of every artist is therefore reflected every time they put their talents to action. This is true with our guest today, Kira Bursky, who is a multidisciplinary artist with a passion for art and creative prowess. Kira has been an artist her whole life and believes that art allows us to step into other people’s realities.

Kira Bursky is the founder of All Around Artsy, an award-winning filmmaker and multidisciplinary artist. She is on a journey to explore perceptions of reality with each of her magic-fueled films and projects. She is inspired by our capacity to heal from mental health issues and is driven to tell stories of our ability to transform our minds and hearts into a perspective of infinite possibility.

Khas produced over 60 short films and music videos that have screened at festivals around the world from Los Angeles to Berlin to Beijing. In 2014 Kira was recognized as National YoungArts Finalist and was a finalist in the White House Student Film Festival where she had the honor of screening her work in the White House. In 2015 Kira was selected as the Best Emerging Female Filmmaker at the National Film Festival for Talented Youth (NFFTY). In 2016 she was featured in Seventeen Magazine as the April issue's Power Girl and received the Emerging Artist to Watch grant through Le Couvent artist residency in France. Kira and her creations have been featured through NPR, Out Magazine, Pride, and No Film School to name a few.

Kira’s YouTube channel has 40,000 subscribers and 14 million views. From November 2019 to June 2020 Kira produced "Considerations of Infinity." an immersive projection-based film installation. She is currently developing the script for her first feature film, designing and selling clothes and products featuring her original art, and collaborating with a diverse range of inspiring artists.

In today’s episode, our guest will tell us more about her art and why she believes that art is important.

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I run a video production company and also do multidisciplinary arts. [3:55
Recently, I have branched out into doing visual art as well and now I'm selling clothing prints and decorative prints of my art. [4:02]
I have been on this artistic journey my whole life ever since I was a child and I have been into many forms of art. [4:19]
It was very natural for me to go down to the filmmaker path because filmmaking is this amazing, incredible art form where all art forms come together and you get to work with all kinds of people and explore all these different stories and perspectives. [4:28]
When I was 13 or 14, I knew I wanted to pursue filmmaking and so I discovered this crazy cool school called Interlochen in Michigan which is a high school boarding school where you are allowed to major in art form in high school. [4:55]
I ended up majoring in filmmaking while in high school and studied filmmaking for three years. [5:12]
By the time I was done with high school I started building up my company just to see how that would go and it turned into a life of adventuring and business. [5:18]
I am always working on new projects and the range of clients is quite diverse and it is really fun. [5:38]
One of my favorite parts is just diving into these different worlds and going on many adventures with my clients and my collaborators. [6:09]
I love my music video projects because they are so fun and each is so different with a lot of creativity involved. [8:43]
I feel fortunate that I get to work with so many cool people and meet a lot of musicians that I've made videos for. [9:26]
In terms of the process, I always want to make sure that I'm capturing the essence of who they are, the story they're trying to tell, the brand they're trying to convey and some fusing that with what goes on in my brain as I hear the music. [10:09]
Commercial Break. [14:10]
Art has the potential to be a reflection of someone's authentic experience, whether that be a story, an emotion, or just our perspective. [16:34]
One thing for me that is a pressure in my life which I know affects a lot of people is social media and all the noise. [17:08]
I feel like art can cut through some of that noise and the pressures and the muck of all of this energy. [17:28]
The big thing for me is, is the ability for authenticity and vulnerability and how art can allow us to step into other realities. [18:47
It is just so fascinating how when you watch a film, listen to music, gaze upon visual art, whatever the medium is, how it can sometimes evoke something in you or you experience a sensation or an emotion, just a vibe that maybe you haven't experienced before. [19:15]
So my company does all sorts of projects and we work with all kinds of clients. [22:38]
For a lot of the projects, the main thing that I like to bring to the table is the creative and artistic way of portraying a brand. [22:46]
I especially love to work with clients who want to find that unique charm of throwing around some words here, but that gives you a little bit of the energy I like to bring to the table. [24:03]
The last thing I'll say is to experiment, have fun and try new things. Jump into projects that maybe you don't even know what is going to happen but just out of this curiosity bubbling within you. [24:25]

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“The problem with society right now is we all have multiple soap boxes and we all think our opinion is important and nobody wants to listen to another.” Tom Kelly

Comedy is entertaining and every comedian is perceived to be different based on their unique take on subjects that interest the audiences. Like in all other art forms, originality is key when it comes to stand-up comedy, and our guest today, Tom Kelly, scores highly on this. Tom is known to capture his audience by starting conversations that make people laugh while at the same time exposing truths that make people question their realities.

Tom Kelly is a stand-up comedian and is best known for a lot of his work as a warm-up comic at shows like Good Morning America, ABC, The View, $100,000 Pyramid, America’s Got Talent, and he is a funny guy. He also has a great ability to get people to do things in environments like that which they would normally never do. He also has a lot of biting wit that he masters between kindness and self-deprecation but everything is going to make you laugh.

Tom also has his podcast, the Tom Kelly Show podcast where he dances the thin line between comedy and therapy. It is really about introspection and people who are turning those 2020 lemons into 2021 lemonades. He is also a regular contributor to ABC World News Now and has a lot of things that he is doing in all these different shows. Currently, he is working with Tamron Hall Show. He is available for acting, stand-up, warm-up, hosting, zoom parties, private events and he can also officiate your wedding.

In today’s episode, our guest will talk more about his experience with Covid and how it has impacted his art, and his journey to recover from the effects.

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Contacts

https://tomkellyshow.com/

I'm just having this revelation with you that maybe so we don't put too much pressure on ourselves we have to take our 2020 lemons and make 2022 lemonade. [4:03]
The best speech my father ever gave that I loved is nobody cares and one thing that I've learned this year is we care but we really don't. [8:36]
In stand-up comedy, I got laid off on a Tuesday and the paycheck stopped coming in on a Wednesday but nobody cared. [9:25]
I got Covid at a friend’s event that I went to for an hour and I was not very happy because I had exposed my parents. [10:30]
My highest rated podcast was at the time when I was rebranding my podcast and I talked about my Covid experience. [12:15]
Part of the reason I am podcasting away on a beach is I need to ease myself back into the real world. [14:48]
What bothers me about all of this is nobody has come up with a smart way to deal with all of this. [17:38]
Commercial break. [23:23]
I think the problem with society right now is we all have multiple soap boxes and we all think our opinion is important and nobody wants to listen to another. [25:39]
There is a lot of things that are wrong with the world. And we don't care enough to adapt. [31:32]
Part of why I started doing a weekly podcast, was because my therapist would only be deductible for one session a week. [31:55]
I lost everything overnight and if you look at what I had booked for 2020, I was going to have the highest earning year of my life. [32:33]
I feel like my podcast is about me pushing for a quantum leap or a breakthrough, which I feel like I'm close to but the pandemic derailed those plans. [33:25]
I am hoping this mess of skills I got out of COVID, my 2020 lemons, will be some form of 2021 lemonade. [34:39]
Right now I am one of the four most practiced zoom comedians in the country. [39:12]
In my standup, I usually am the guy that breaks through the ice. [40:36]
The pandemic is just an embodiment of what so many of us have been feeling in our hearts for years. [41:55]
Other than the drop in income, I have been pandemic Tom for many years. I found myself and I am only able to verbalize some of the mistakes I was making now. [42:00]
I'm only just starting to have my awakening now and I'm and I'm having it live on my podcast. [42:28]
When I didn’t hear ‘the voice of God,’ for me, I started exploring in a small way. [43:46]
I am waiting for that moment for the dots to connect and the struggles to be worthwhile and that is part of the reason why I started podcasting. [47:42]
I have been trying to do massive changes in short periods of time to experiment and refine. [50:18]
What I am currently doing in my podcast and life right now is I am trying to soak up life advice for years, which is things don’t change unless you change. [58:08]
If you think you have something you can share with the world, go ahead and share it. [01:03:22]

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“I believe all of us have stories to share and that by sharing our experiences, we connect in our humanity.” Maria Koropecky

Once in a while, people experience situations where they feel stuck and are unable to move forward in their lives. When this happens, people set out to look for ways in which they can overcome the blocks and one artistic solution to explore is to seek clarity through crystal mapping. This ancient practice which involves deep and interactive conversations is especially recommended for introverts who have a difficult time getting their thoughts and energies aligned towards the direction they desire to go. Our guest today, Maria Koropecky, is very familiar with crystal mapping and uses her expertise to help people get in touch with their inner selves.

Maria Koropecky runs a creative writing coaching business that is geared towards the quieter creatives amongst us, helping them to get their ideas flowing and overcome writer’s block. Her vision is to help budding authors write books of influence, by encouraging them to have a crystal-clear vision and smash through any roadblocks that stand between them and success. Maria helps her clients, either in one-on-one or in group sessions, to tap into the energy of colors, chakras and crystals, so they can find their voice, shine their light and share their gifts. She understands the immense power of crystals and gemstones and has used her knowledge of them to create a unique approach to coaching called Crystal Mapping. Her work seeks to help people figure out where they are in life and where they would like to go next by drawing on the wisdom of crystals.

Alongside her Crystal Mapping Sessions and Write From The Heart coaching program, Maria is also an up-and-coming novelist writing from Victoria in British Columbia, Canada. Her forthcoming novel, Who is Donna Tiva? which will be the first in a three-part series, was inspired during her solo backpacking trip across Spain at 50, and it follows the journey of a single woman as she searches for love, her life being lit up and guided by the colorful characters she meets along the way. She also has a wealth of qualifications that inform what she does, ranging from an Honors BA in English Literature to certifications in Life Coaching & Mentoring, to Spa Therapy as well as Crystal Reading

In today’s episode, we will be learning about the art of using crystals to draw into the inner creativity and beauty that resides within introverts and have them express it more confidently through writing.

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Social media handles

https://www.ammolitewellnesscoaching.com/

https://LinkedIn.com/in/MariaKoopecky/

I believe all of us have stories to share and that by sharing our experiences, we connect in our humanity. [4:26]
I want to encourage people to draw on their own life experiences and just put it out there. [4:43]
For me, it is a very creative and healing process for people to use their voices to express themselves and make a change, and be empowered. [4:56]
Introverts tend to keep it inside and it can be very lonely and so for introverts to be able to say out loud and express their feelings may not be easy. [5:57]
Crystal mapping is a heart-to-heart conversation that helps people figure out where they are and where they would like to go next using the wisdom of crystals. [7:26]
Crystals to me are metaphors for the universe which is very creative and dynamic. [7:36]
All crystals have their own stories, history, names, elements, and colors and they are all forged together by time, pressure, and heat. [7:50]
If they can go through this process of transformation and transcendence, then that means that we can as humans beings also. [8:19]
And so I draw on their inspiration and energy to encourage people to look around them and see the beauty of nature. [8:31]
What I love about nature is that it connects these dots that don’t seem related and it is the pace in between that is the magic. [11:20]
I help people come alive by expressing themselves and talking about what they want to create and that is always my joy. [13:10]
I coach people on opening their creative channels and being available to spiritual download through intuition and if there is anything on the way, you become aware of and clear it out. [14:47]
I am a very auditory person and to me when I write it has to sound right and it has to have a certain rhythm on to it. [16:17]
To me, writing is a craft and I have to put words together and choose the right words with the right beats and it is not linear. [16:40]
Commercial break [17:33]
I grew up in an artistic family where my mother is very creative and has a very good eye and both my brother and I are artists by nature. [19:51]
I found that art is healing for both the artist and the audience. [20:16]
That to me is why art is so important because it allows us to get in touch with the deeper parts of ourselves. [21:18]
I designed a crystal map and picked forty-four crystals that people pick from when we are having a conversation and fold them back into the conversation. [22:08]
They are very affirming and very positive and it is amazing the synchronicity that happens between the crystals that a person chooses and what they are talking about. [22:46]
Ammolite is the most amazing crystal because it is both a fossil and a crystal at the same time. [25:57]
If you have an interest in anything, explore it. Go into the world and uncover what is available. [27:37]

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“A person has to want to change in order to change,” Sylvester Boyd Jr.

Our history largely defines who we are as a people and explains why we do things the way we do them. Unfortunately, many people do not know their history leave alone that of other people that they live with. This lack of knowledge about history explains many ills that are being experienced today and could be avoided if people are taught accurate history. This is according to our guest today, Sylvester Boyd Jr, who has been a teacher and has lived to experience what it means to be historically informed.

Mr. Boyd has a passion for history and geography. He has been interviewed by radio and TV programs across the U.S., Great Britain, and other countries covering issues of race relations, perseverance, disparities in education, and current events. His laser focus on the truth, helps him make historical connections within these topics. He uses family stories across generations and his personal life experiences to write The Road from Money series; hoping to teach and uplift readers; while pointing out injustice and racism. Mr. Boyd’s expertise in business, education, motivational speaking, the entertainment industry, and world travel gives him a unique perspective and insight into current racial and poverty-driven tensions around the world.

Currently he can be seen on several major TV series and movies with Academy Award-winning actors such as Taraji P. Henson and Forest Whittaker. As a background actor, he has also appeared with other well-known actors in The Dilemma, Transformers 3, Empire, The Boss, Chicago PD/MED/Fire, Shameless, Lovecraft Country, Fargo, and other TV episodes.

In today’s episode, we will have a conversation about history and why people need to be aware not only of their own history but also of other people’s history. We will also discuss more on the reasons behind ‘The Road from Money’ book series.

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I have a degree in both history and geography. [4:04]
One of the problems we have right now is that we are not taught accurate history. [4:32]
History, as I read it from the books, doesn’t match with what I learned in high school. [4:38]
Once I got into college and got deep into history, I learned a lot of things that I thought were true or not true and a lot that were omitted. [4:48]
For example, we talk about a time when Colombus discovered America and generations upon generations believing it as their history. [5:03]
Europeans, Caucasians, or white people our history tend to make them better and diminish everybody else and that is purposeful. [6:32]
We have to start to look at the real facts because if you do not, falsehood will always lead you down the wrong path. [6:16]
I think all secondary schools should have a history as a requirement. [6:35]
History and where people come from and where they are, their customs and traditions should be discussed. [6:52]
Once you start going into history you may be shocked what it is versus what you think it is. [7:00]
People don’t know about history, and if they are not taught right, then they cannot act right. [8:32]
Our education system has played a part in that because I have been a teacher and I know we are not giving our kids the right education. [8:44]
To diminish black, brown, or native American history, you also have to diminish white history because history will always be true. [8:56]
An educated person not only knows their history, but they also know the history and culture of others. [9:58]
Our kids were not taught the right history and therefore they don’t know. [10:32]
Another thing is that you do not know what you lose and therefore hold your country back. [10:50]
Minorities are a big part of the country, coming up to be the majority of the country. [11:10]
Democracy without a vote is not a democracy because once you lose the vote and do not let people vote, you have lost your democracy. [11:22]
We have to look at ourselves as a people and question where we want to end up [12:10]
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Money Mississippi was the town that Emmet Till was killed and thrown in Tallahatchie River and that was the beginning of the American civil rights movements and it happened in the year 1955.[15:10]
My folks came from the town that started the civil rights movement in America. is a really important connection with history I have that most other people don’t have. [15:41]
Another thing I have been fortunate to do is to live in all different societies. [15:54]
My mother was incisive enough to know that she did not want her children raised in some of the environments that the kids did and so she moved her kids to an environment that she felt was conducive for their learning. [16:40]
These are things that people had to do to make adjustments to the society they lived in so that they could develop. [17:10]
I always say the minorities have to look twice than the majority. [17:50]
Culturally I have been able to live with everybody. [21:00]
You cannot make a person change their heart or what they think, but you can educate them. [21:52]
Race is a social construct of man and it has nothing to do with how smart you are. [22:55]
A person has to want to change in order to change. [25:50]
We have not taken of the environment the way we are supposed to and we are a society that uses and loses and that will come back to haunt us. [26:17]
My aunt deserved the honor of the book and it was important for me to put her story out there. [28:25]
It is also a story of all people who struggled to be part of what they should have been a part of from the very beginning. [28:40]
We are a country of many people and races, but we as a people have never accepted that we are all created equal. [28:55]
If you take from me you take from yourselves at the same time. [29:16]
Don’t be afraid of change and take advantage of the opportunities that come towards you because they last for only a brief moment and it is fickle it moves on to the next person if you are not ready. [32:24]

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“Even those worst parts of us are helpful in certain actions at certain times and therefore the idea is to be in choice with your response.” Lisa Kohn

A lot of what we become in life is largely determined by the environment we get exposed to and the experiences we get to encounter. Notably, there is no formula for success and this then means that we can always rise above our molded selves and use our experiences to better our lives and the lives of those around us. Our guest today, Lisa Kohn, was able to do exactly that despite her adverse experiences growing up and says that healing from past adverse events entails changing not only the individual’s behavior but their mental models as well.

Lisa Kohn is the award-winning author of to the moon and back: a childhood under the influence: https://amzn.to/3isGg81 and The Power of Thoughtful Leadership https://amzn.to/2UPxPKw. She says that the best seats she ever had at Madison Square Garden were at her mother’s mass wedding, and the best cocaine she ever had was from her father’s friend, the judge.

Lisa is an accomplished leadership consultant, executive coach, and keynote speaker with a strong business background and a creative approach. Lisa earned her BA in psychology from Cornell University and her MBA from Columbia University’s Executive Program. She has taught as an adjunct professor at Columbia University and New York University’s Stern School of Business, and she brings to others the tools, mind-shifts, and practices she’s found that have helped her heal and thrive, as well as the hope and forgiveness she’s been blessed to let into her life. Lisa will always tell you that she is a native New Yorker, but she currently lives in Pennsylvania.

In today’s episode, we will be learning about how our experiences shape our lives and behaviors, and why being aware of ourselves can make use of such experiences to propel us into leading more purposeful lives.

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I was a member of the Unification Church, Reverend Sun Myung Moon, a self-proclaimed Messiah from Korea and they did mass weddings where large numbers of people got married often to strangers. [4:22]
I grew up in Unification Church which my mum joined when I was ten years and it was my life and there is no more intoxicating drug than having a Messiah. It is the most powerful than I've ever felt. [4:43]
My mother left me and my nine-year-old brother with my grandfather who later fell into a nervous breakdown and then we went to live with my dad to New York City in the East Village. [5:12]
I had a Messiah but in my mind, I lived with my dad a life of sex, drugs, and squalor. [5:37]
I eventually pulled myself out of cults, and then tried to self-implode, explode, where I almost jumped off a bridge and got hugely anorexic. [5:50]
I did do a hell of a lot of cocaine, including with my dad and the judge who had a lot of amazing cocaine, got into abusive relationships, and finally hit a bottom and started to find help and heal. [6:04]
I did go to Cornell and got a degree in psychology because I like people and ended up working in entertainment advertising and later went to Columbia's executive program and got my MBA. [6:20]
A couple of jobs later I hung out a shingle in 1995 to do leadership and I have been doing it ever since. [6:43]
We do leadership consulting including everything from a full day, multi-day, intern, interpersonal skills, customized programs, leadership programs, and management programs. [6:55]
I like to say I'm the executive coach running around the C suite of Fortune 50 companies talking about love. [7:19]
I knew my childhood was weird. When I was young my dad was in a bar fight where he got a tooth knocked out and he made it into an earring and hung it from his ear and my mom got married in Madison Square Garden with 4000 plus people but I didn't realize It was bad. [9:38]
As I imploded and exploded and punished myself for living my bottom, I got engaged with someone who drank a lot and was mean. [10:03]
Someone in my family pointed me to Al-anon and I was in denial before I realized that you become your story and when you are damaged and broken it is a long path to get from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, to post-traumatic growth. [10:14]
I do think it is natural for human brains to blame themselves [11:01]
When you're a child and have a complex, traumatic life like I did or just a regular normal life, when something doesn't feel safe as a kid your brain knows that if you think the world is unsafe it becomes scarier and if you think that something is wrong with you, then it's less scary. [11:08]
It is a very human response that leads us to learn some massive coping behaviors to manage the instability. [11:51]
The issue becomes how to let them be there, move past them and not let them force and push me in a certain direction, and that is the conversations I have with my clients. [12:29]
I firmly believe that people believe that those coping mechanisms did save them, and they still think when they are in danger the mechanisms will still save them. [15:45]
When we are talking about changing thought patterns that saved my life I get terrified because there are parts of me that still know that they're necessary to survive. [16:26]
So it is not just changing behaviors but about changing thought patterns, assumptions beliefs, and things that I created and made up and were intentionally carved into my brain. [16:36]
Commercial Break. [17:29]
So many people came to me and said I need to write a book, you need to write a book. [19:30]
20 years ago I sat down with a coach and decided that I was going to write a hybrid half self-help half memoir. [19:37]
I got wonderful glowing rejections from so many agents who said I couldn’t sell a hybrid book and that I was not famous enough. 19:53]
I got a call from an agent who said if I wrote a memoir they will represent me and so wrote the memoir and the book soon came out. [20:08]
I did it, and what it has done is that it has blown apart up my personal life, my view of life, my recovery, and my work. [20:52]
Before the book came out, I did not know the community of cult survivors but I have found people who went through the same thing as me and were born and raised in my situation. [21:06]
It has cracked open my healing into much deeper levels, which is hard and amazing. [21:50]
The book has touched people and now I go to meet new prospects that I'm trying to win business from and they Google me and they know I grew up in a cult. [22:04]
I share it and it allows me to use my experiences to help my clients and so it has completely cracked open and blown up wonderfully. [22:25]
The book has also reached people who are in pain. The story is unique but the themes are universal. [22:45]
I get Facebook messages, tweets, Instagram messages from strangers telling me their story, and my next-door neighbor who had no idea read it and she said thank you for giving us all the courage to tell our childhood stories.[22:53]
Three messages I share in the book are first, extremists situations exist, they are prevalent and are all over, they are highly intoxicating and it is a powerful feeling and they are therefore very dangerous. [23:25]
Two, for anyone who feels hopeless or damaged beyond repair there is hope and you are not damaged. [23:39]
Third, as a species, most of us are at least way too hard on ourselves and we need a huge dose of self-love and self-compassion [23:55]
There is the possibility that my experience will mildly control me for the rest of my life but it doesn't have to control me anymore because I can make choices. [27:20]
I denied my story because the only way to almost survive was to pretend nothing happened to me and not look at it ever. [28:29]
Now I have gone back to every place and reconnected with almost every person and now it is me in a good way. [28:47]
I say to people that we are only as sick as our secrets and so I share just about everything as long as it's not about my current immediate family. [29:04]
You never know what people have inside because we looked fine on the outside. [29:38]
Even those worst parts of us are helpful in certain actions at certain times and therefore the idea is to be in choice with your response. [31:21]
When I tell my story or hear someone else's story and realize I'm not alone, they dissipate a little bit, or at least I have the courage to go through them with more strength and ease. [33:17]
Be nice and gentle with yourself. Love yourself first and more. Look for love in the world and find reasons to be happy and the rest of it after that falls into place or starts to fall into something. [34:35]
There's no complete panacea but it makes all the hard things easier and a lot of things go better with work in life. [34:51]

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“I decided that like in other things I have done if I was going to fail, I wanted it to be spectacular.” Wayne McFarland

Everyone has a story to tell and many choose to tell their stories by writing biographies and memoirs. But how do you make sure you create a sensory experience for everyone that gets to read the story of your life? Our guest today, Wayne McFarland, chose to go the unconventional way to present his memoir, Tales From The Day; https://amzn.to/3zreUVj, in a very unique and interesting manner.

Wayne McFarland wandered away from a small, mid-western town some years ago. With no planning at all, his history is one of stumbling into one bog after another from the Dakotas to California, from Pamplona to Paris. His main claim to fame is mostly and surprisingly not being dead, plus getting involved with a lot of strange stuff, usually unwillingly or by accident. Yeah, this indeed is a memoir of sorts, if shark fishing in one’s underwear, roping a bear, getting drunk with your grandfather, or losing ten grand at the Hollywood Sign is a memoir. The Day Johnny Cash Hit On My Wife is on the roster as well, for the only name drop in all the stories. There’s also a thing about getting shot in Arkansas and a road trip with a monkey. I can’t deny these were life-shaping events, but truth be told they all happened under the heading of “oops.”

In today’s episode, we get to hear Wayne discusses the reasons why he chose to pen down his memoir in the manner that he did. We will also get to have from him the firsthand account of some of the stories in his memoir.

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My wife and I sold a business we were running. [2:39]
I have always loved to read biographies and memoirs and so I started reading a whole bunch of them and I can tell you by and large they suck. [2:48]
Those kinds of books only look good or fall off that way in retrospect. [3:14]
So I decided to write a memoir about how things happen and the weird stuff you get involved with just by willing to get out there and live. [3:27]
I took it to the publishers and I got published but their initial reaction was that I had to have a narrative art. [3:40]
But I decided that like in other things I have done if I was going to fail, I wanted it to be spectacular. [4:07]
So, we put it out there and turns out that it struck a code. [4:14]
The riot story in North Dakota goes back a long way to when I was going to school and afterward, I needed money. [5:49]
A friend and I started a little business to throw rock and roll dances and we started with tracking through recorded music and ended up bringing in National Bands. [6:09]
I was then introduced to the world of people being stoned and falling asleep on the bass drum before the music started. [6:26]
One day we brought in a band which was receded in the midst of time. [6:36]
On the night of the concert, 10,000 kids showed up and were shouting and screaming. [7:28]
We hired a bunch of our friends who were letting in people through the doors for cash and thought that maybe were saving for us but it wasn’t so. [8:14]
That night is still whispered about in the far North Dakota. [9:32]
Commercial Break. [10:57]
It was really fun to take the time to put my stories down on paper. [12:41]
The story of pitching to loan sharks happened in Las Vegas. [13:07]
We decided to go sell a cash advertising contract to Big Jim’s Bail Bonds. [15:02]
We got a deal of one year of advertising with cash paid up-front. [17:26]
A study was done by Harvard Medical School where people who were in their 80s were interviewed and wrote a paper on it. [19:55]
What they expected to hear were ruminations of what regrets these people had on what they had done. [20:10]
What they heard instead was the not one person regretted the things they had done, but all of them expressed regret for the things they did not do. [20:20]
If you get a chance to do something, take a swing at it. [20:40]

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“The results are literally in direct proportion with the actions we take and the actions are in direct proportions with the emotions, beliefs that we have.” Dmitry Badiarov

A lot of what we go through in life usually turns out to be the preparation for us to take up bigger responsibilities in the future. This is especially true when we are able to identify our purpose and passionately work to live it, as is the case of our guest today, Dmitry Badiarov.

Dmitry Badiarov is a professional designer of high-end, concert grade violins, as well as a musician, mentor, and entrepreneur and is fiercely passionate to the core. He currently sells his beautifully crafted instruments to world-class violinists, after many years of toil and turmoil studying the ancient secrets of acoustics, and several more of attempting to sell his wares in a competitive industry where factory-made instruments are now flooding the market. Now known within the classical music world as the Ambassador to Ancient Traditions, he credits his successes to the business skills which helped him get his name out there.

However, as true as this may be, there is another driving force that has helped Dmitry get to where he is today: dedication. From the very beginning, he knew that he wanted to create original instruments that paid homage to the thought processes of the ancient masters. But, after many years of intense study and substantial investment in his craft, he found that few people were willing to pay for his creations. He was told time and again that musicians would only buy standard designs, and even that he would never make it as an instrument maker. Try as they might, though, his naysayers couldn’t hold back a man with a vision who was destined for success.

In 2002, Dmitry opened up his violin-making studio in Brussels and was able to quickly build up a client list of famous concert musicians. 28 years later, his business is as successful as it ever was, thanks to the powerful combination of his exquisite design skills coupled with his impressive knowledge of marketing. Today, he passes on what he has learned in both areas to other ambitious instrument makers, working with them to improve their entrepreneurial skills, double their income, and get paid before they even begin crafting their instruments. He helps his students to thrive so that together they can ensure the ancient traditions live on and continue to enrich our culture. Ultimately, Dmitry believes that “if you are going to make instruments, leave a legacy, a mark the world can’t ignore or erase.”

In today’s episode, we will learn more about Dmitry’s journey to being among the best instrument makers as well as an entrepreneur. We will further discuss some of the defining moments he went through and the lessons he learned from those moments that led him to where he is today.

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I began playing the violin at the age of eight. [5:36]
The violin that I played as a child was cheaply and quickly made and was a factory mass-produced instrument. [5:43]
I imagine myself in the room of my professor and it was nothing spectacular and belonged to the local Opera Theatre. And this is where all the musicians lived and also where my parents lived. [6:01]
My father was a musician of the Opera Theatre and so he had a room in the dormitory. [6:14]
It was a very tiny room with just like a bed, the wardrobe, and a music stand, but through the window was the most spectacular view over an immense fruit garden all in blossom extending to the horizon. [6:20]
At the age of 11, I was playing squeaking, terrible, screeching sounds on the violin. [7:09]
I had my very handsome professor, an absolutely incredible pedagogue who I was in love with back then and we're still in a very warm and close relationship. [7:15]
He was telling me how to play and I tried over and over until finally with desperation, I stopped playing and said to him that no matter how hard I worked, I will never sound like him because my violin was not as gorgeous as his and so we needed to fix my violin first. [7:45]
He agreed and I asked him to introduce me to the violin maker in the town who was a kind of a magician. [8:28]
When I saw him I was hypnotized and I did not know what happened. I lost the gift of speech and froze and when I spoke I did not ask him to please fix my violin but asked if he could please teach me to fix my violin by myself. [9:23]
He had an incredible personality, a gentle and mysterious smile and radiating with kindness and love. [9:56]
He had musical instruments on the walls of his workshop and all of the musical instruments were very unusual and very, very exotic. [10:04]
To my surprise, he accepted me and asked me why I wanted to do that yet he could just fix it for me and I told him that I was a violinist and I wanted to know why the violin sounded like it did. [10:25]
He accepted me and so I started frequenting his workshop and this man whose family name is Olbermann, became my hero. [10:42]
When Olbermann settled into town, he decided to not only fix instruments for other musicians but also completely reconstruct the lost culture of folkloric music in that Republic which was lost during the years of communist rule. [11:16]
If people don’t take care of arts culture and music, these things tend to disappear and get lost completely. [11:57]
He noticed that there was an issue and that people wanted to have their own culture which was like national pride. [12:07]
And so over the next five years, I witnessed Olbermann reconstructed enough musical instruments which were completely lost and no one knew them. [12:35]
He traveled the mountains and went to villages where found elderly people who had those instruments and who still remember how to play them and the songs and tunes, recorded them all, and measured all of the instruments. [12:47]
As a result of this work, he created enough instruments for two orchestras which when they got to work for the first time they presented on the national TV and radio, and many other places. [13:15]
This brought a sense of incredible happiness in the air and people were so proud which made me think that if an instrument maker can produce that sort of happiness, fulfillment, pride, and achievement in people then I want to be an instrument maker. [13:40]
That I the role this man played in my becoming an instrument maker and set me on the path to what I'm doing today. [14:04]
Commercial break. [18:16]
Putting the part I played as an eleven-year-old out again is almost like anchoring in the powerful moments in the past so that you can overcome obstacles in the present and it is something that I'm very passionate to speak about to people who feel that they are stuck, and they want to achieve more. [21:38]
This experience from the 11 years of age and several other experiences I had afterward are the kind that are powerful psychological anchors that we create in ourselves which we can use and reuse again. [21:58]
Back in 1992 in St. Petersburg, I was making my first violin and I was studying music violin playing at one of the most elite schools in the country and the world. [22:25]
All of my peers had amazing instruments that cost millions of euros today or dollars and I still played quite a simple instrument and I was thinking how I could get a better instrument yet did not have the money. [23:05]
I thought that I had had a very good teacher of violin making in St. Petersburg, and I had started making my instrument, and I didn't have the tools and therefore was making my very first violin using tools that I had made myself from fingernails. [23:34]
I however had this burning desire not to feel inferior and compare myself with my peers, and so I wanted to have a wonderful violin therefore I was all focused on the process rather than obstacles. [24:19]
At one certain moment, the phone rang and I picked it up and it was my violin-making instructor from St. Petersburg who was informing me about somebody selling violin-making books. [24:40]
The next day I took take a train local train from St. Petersburg to the countryside and I arrived at a wooden Dasha, a Russian-style house. [25:28]
I entered the house and met a lady who was the widow of a violin maker who passed away 30 years ago who had decided to move to live with her relatives. [26:05]
She then showed me the books and they were the kind that was very hard to come by books on violin making belonging to her husband, who died 30 years ago. [26:54]
She also had these 19th century English handmade tools for violin making which she showed to me and I was very much interested and was like a dream coming true. [27:13]
She was selling the tools at $1,000 which sadly was money that I did not have and that made me frustrated and so miserable and destroyed. [27:49]
I decided that I was going to find that money, no matter what and so I made many calls, and by the end of that crazy calling day, I had this $1,000. [29:17]
When you commit to something that you feel is your thing to do, you unleash some kind of energy and you tap on the powers of the universe. [31:03]
I was flooded with work and in less than a year, I earned all this money and I paid all my debt and then earned some which I later invested into moving to go to Brussels to study with the celebrated Maestro to take my life in my career to the next step. [31:20]
So as a result of this story, I have learned that an entrepreneur is someone who believes that there is a mission for them, and they want to do something, but they are afraid that things might go wrong. [31:36]
You just feel the heart and listen to that tiny human voice telling you that there is something that you can you should do it and that is the thing where you will achieve something. [31:57]
The results are literally in direct proportion with the actions we take and the actions are in direct proportions with the emotions, beliefs that we have. [32:18]
Music is important because it is a direct language of emotion and emotion is what we need to feel to take action. [34:24]
That is why you see in all entrepreneurial events, the speakers on stage always provide music that changes the state of the audience because when the audience is in a changed state only then the audience will take the right action. [34:34]
But then what is music? What are musical instruments? And or what is art for that matter? All these things are related to what we call culture but what is culture? [34:18]
The opposite of culture as defined in that same dictionary is the savage hard truth. And this is something that we do not want to have in our lives. [35:50]
Mahatma Gandhi said that the culture resides in the hearts and in the minds of its people and this is why it is important to fill up those hearts and minds with something really valuable because the opposite is being savages. [36:10]
That is why I believe that music, arts, and culture are so important today more important than ever. [36:28]
Listen to your heart and always decide from the position of power because things can and will go right, it is just about commitment and action and the rest will just come to you in the avalanche of ever-increasing abundance. [38:05]

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"There just needs to be a radical change in sex education." Rachel Brownstein

People join the adults film industry for various reasons, and many do not intend to work in the industry forever. However, the transition from being a sex worker can be quite a challenge for many for varied reasons, as experienced by our guest today, Rachel Brownstein, who had to deal with emotional and psychological trauma arising from the judgmental environment during her transition process. However, Rachel believes there are many misconceptions about the industry and sex workers and tries to change that.

Rachel Brownstein is a no-nonsense public speaker and actress, busting myths about the adult film industry and sex work. She is also a keen vegan chef and has her own vegan cooking channel on YouTube - Auntie Rachel's Chaotic Kitchen. Rachel is a UK-based public speaker and the face of YouTube vegan cooking channel Auntie Rachel's Chaotic Kitchen.

She talks openly about her experience working in the sex industry to educate people about the reality of sex work and dispel many of the misconceptions people have. Brought up in Leeds, West Yorkshire, Rachel first turned to sex work due to a desire for independence. Keen to earn her own money and choose when she worked, she started out working as an escort and a lap dancer before becoming an actress in the adult film industry, working with studios in Los Angeles. This saw her thrust into a completely different world where 13-hour sex scenes and STD-testing became a normal part of her working week.

After eight years working in the sex industry – including five appearing in pornographic films, Rachel is keen to unpick the stigma surrounding sex workers. Her career saw her earn a good living and travel the world, yet since retiring from porn, she has been fired from two jobs by bosses who couldn't handle her past. Now a public speaker, Rachel is keen to talk about the realities of being an adult film actress and is writing a memoir about her life in porn. She can speak candidly about her own experiences and the reactions she has had from other people since leaving the industry.

Rachel has strong views about the need for clear and honest sex education for young people not to grow up using porn as a yardstick for their sexual relationships. She also advocates for sex workers to be given more of a voice when it comes to the laws which govern their industry.

A Vegan Cooking Channel with a Difference Once an enthusiastic carnivore, Rachel decided to become a vegan after finding out more about the animal welfare issues involved in the meat industry. She had her final meat-based meal on Christmas Day 2017 and hasn't looked back. In October 2020, after spending most of her lockdown whipping up vegan creations in the kitchen, Rachel launched her own YouTube cooking channel – Auntie Rachel's Chaotic Kitchen. The channel aims to put the fun into vegan cooking and is aimed at everyone from committed vegans to meat-eaters wanting to try plant-based meal options. The channel is a no-holds-barred cooking experience, and Rachel always includes all her mistakes and successes. Talking to the viewer through WHY she is adding something to the dish, Rachel hopes to remove some of the mystery surrounding vegan cooking to make it more accessible to everyone.

Rachel can also talk about living with a hidden disability after being diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS) – a group of connective tissue disorders – in 2019. She also has postural tachycardia syndrome (PoTS), a blood circulation disorder, which means her heart rate increases at an abnormal rate after sitting up and standing.

In today's episode, our guest will talk to us about her experience in the adult films industry and her motivation to transition towards exploring her creativity and what she is doing now: vegan cooking.

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I have a disability called Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, a connective tissue disorder and it manifests in pain in my joints, and I've got the hypermobile type. [5:12]
I was working in the restaurant industry in front of my house and just hated working for minimum wage. [5:33]
I was thinking of how I could earn more money only with a GCSE level and little education, and my mind went straight to sex work. [5:45]
Sex work gave me freedom and choice to whether or not to go to work, depending on how I felt. [6:14]
I just went all in and started doing escorting and then kind of went backward, started lap dancing, then doing photography in magazines, and then started doing films. [6:34]
Being a US citizen, I could travel freely to the US, where they brought in a law, it's called statute 2257, where you have to have two forms of us ID to appear in adult films. [6:56]
It provided a real disposable income and the freedom and opportunity to go and visit different countries and meet many different people. [7:38]
There are so many different reasons people enter the sex industry, and for me, it was money and freedom and not having to work a nine to five job that stifled me. [7:47]
It got to the point where it just wasn't fulfilling my needs anymore as I wasn't using my brain and being creative. [9:03]
I also did start to see a side of the male psyche that I don't necessarily think women should be exposed to. [9:15]
I started trying to transition out of the industry and then started getting fired because I'd be recognized by men who can't keep their mouths shut. [9:31]
I left the industry, try to muddle along, keep my head down, but I would just be hounded across social media, and people would not let me leave. [9:50]
I realized that people need to hear what sex workers have to say about the industry because the voices speaking on it don't know what they're talking about. I think to say porn or sex work is inherently bad is just very reductive [11:03]
I think there needs to be, again, a radical change in sex education by being respectful towards kids as young humans. [13:57]
I started doing lectures about sex work, and I think we need to start involving sex workers in education. [17:00]
Commercial break. [ 21:05]
The kitchen came around because of the pandemic where I was spending full lockdown in the UK, and I couldn't leave the house. [23:06]
I got depression and anxiety and wondered what I would do, so I started cooking. [23:46]
I started adapting recipes that I'd found and trying different things with them, which I then posted. [24:06]
A couple of friends mentioned having my YouTube channel for my cooking, and I thought it was a good idea and started it. [24:20]
I also noticed that many TV chefs did not necessarily explain the ingredients, and I decided that I will be mindful of that, and l will try and always explain why I'm using a certain ingredient. [26:00]
I have had some nice and beautiful supportive messages. [27:19]
The other great thing about vegan food or plant-based food is that it's very hard to poison yourself. [28:50]
I enjoy seeing other people's vulnerability or their fallibility, and I think it just humanizes. [29:44]
I think it's important to stop letting other people put us in boxes that we're not comfortable in, and you need to burst out of them because it's just so limiting. And it's exhausting trying to conform to other people's ideals. [33:32]
I think trying to be someone that somebody else wants you to be can start having a corrupting influence on your life and make you not take care of your own needs. [33:52]
Just embrace your silliness and your creativity, and don't let anyone make you feel shame or embarrassment for the things that bring you joy. [35:05]

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“It is the daily progress that you make on your purpose that gives you sustainable happiness.” Mike Duffy

The meaning of happiness varies across different people yet still, there are areas of agreement within all these differences. One of the major areas where people agree on about the abstract concept that is happiness is that it involves the act of giving. Our guest today, Mike Duffy is all too familiar with this and even confirms that happiness is not only attainable but can as well be sustainable and it all has to do with how we perceive and treat others.

Mike Duffy is a philanthropist and an author of five books on happiness including The Happiness Book: A Positive Guide To Happiness; https://amzn.to/2W5O7PT . The Happiness Book For Men; https://amzn.to/36Tt5Ga and The Happiness Book For Kids Volumes I & II: https://amzn.to/375Iaot . He has interviewed the top thought leaders, athletes, rock stars, CEO's and celebrities in the world on happiness, work/life balance, resilience, and success for his books. He was an MC at Woodstock '94 and gave a TEDx talk at TEDx Berkeley. He loves to speak about how you can gain greater happiness and joy in your precious life.

Mike Duffy is the CEO of Happiness Wealth Management in San Carlos, CA. He has over 27 years of experience in finance and he was a Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch. He has worked with some of the wealthiest people in Silicon Valley. Mike also speaks about crucial, fundamental money management techniques and philanthropic giving. His audiences include corporations, organizations, and universities including Stanford University where he guest-lectures and has a scholarship award.

Mike started The Happiness Hall Of Fame to recognize, encourage and celebrate people and organizations that make other people happy. Members of The Happiness Hall Of Fame include Muhammad Ali, Dolly Parton, Jerry Rice, Serena Williams, The Golden State Warriors, The San Francisco Giants, The Wounded Warrior Project, and The Make-A-Wish foundation. Mike also founded the Happiness Hall of Fame Homeless Outreach which provides money, food, counseling, and hope to the hopeless.

In today’s episode, our guest will talk to us about how to get sustainable happiness and overcoming fear by being your cheerleader. He will also elaborate more on his business of wealth management and how it is aligned to his purpose.

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At any moment of the day, we are constantly bombarded by negative thoughts. [3:14]
I started the happiness hall of fame about a decade ago to be the antidote to all that bad news and to shine a light on people who do amazing things and the wonderful stories around the world. [3:24]
I decided to live in sustainable happiness because there are two kinds of happiness. [3:49]
There is hedonic happiness which is the happiness you get from making yourself happy and most people confuse it to be good but it not sustainable. [3:58]
Eudemonic happiness is what you can do to have sustainable happiness throughout your life and it is the happiness that we receive eternally when we are good to other people. [4:13]
When you look back on your life, it is the accomplishment story that makes you happy. [6:02]
One of the greatest joys of my life is the homeless outreach. [6:40]
There are moments in all our lives where words can affect the outcome and put us in a trajectory that changes our lives in either a good way or in an amazing way. [7:45]
I started the hall so that I could leverage on the good. [8:18]
Saint Augustine said that it is in giving that we receive and that is why I encourage people at the very least to do something good to someone else. [10:09]
The biggest hurdle that people have in their lives is fear and we all have this narrative that we cannot do what we want to do. [11:40]
My happiness formula is Purpose plus Progress equals Happiness and therefore is the daily progress that you make on your purpose that gives you sustainable happiness. [12:25]
Wayne Dyer said that when you stay on purpose and refuse to be discouraged by fear, you align with the infinite self in which all possibilities exist. [13:52]
Bren Brown uses the analogy, ‘live in the arena’ as an encouragement to shun away the haters. [14:35]
Commercial Break. [18:00]
I am an author and speaker but I learned that most men in the United States read no more than one book after high school. [19:43]
That means that if I am going to get my message out there, I have to be a speaker because they are not going to read my books even though my books are free on Amazon for a prime member. [20:11]
Art is all around us and there is no reason if you haven’t participated in your space, you can’t change that today. [21:00]
I started happiness wealth management about three and half years ago. [23:25]
I did not let fear keep me in my corporate job and so I went out on my own and started my own ship. [23:44]
I specialize in retiring on purpose where we sit down and figure out what makes you happy and how we can get more of that. [23:54]
People need to understand that they are the authors of the stories of their lives and therefore they should make their stories one of unbelievable adventures, generosity, heroic outcomes and sustainable happiness. [25:38]

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“Art in general binds us together as a human society because we can see how others see the world through their art.” Sean Tyler Foley

Art has long been used to explain the uniqueness in the being of every individual. That every person is special simply because they are unique and have something to offer is an attitude that should be embraced to encourage and inspire self-expression. This is according to our guest today, Sean Tyler Foley, who through embracing his artistic self has been able to achieve tremendous successes in the world of performance. Tyler believes that self-confidence and self- awareness are very important when taking the stage.

Sean Tyler Foley has been acting in film and television since he was 6 years old after his father passed away suddenly in a motor vehicle accident. He is an accomplished film and stage performer and has appeared in productions including Freddy Vs Jason, Door to Door, Carrie, and the musical Ragtime. Tyler is passionate about helping others confidently take the stage and impact an audience with their stories. He is currently the Managing Director of Total Buy In and author of the #1 best-selling book The Power to Speak Naked.

In today’s episode, we will be discussing more about how people can open up to have more open and honest interactions, and how people can embrace different kinds and mediums of communication to connect with people and have an enhanced understanding of the world around them.

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I was born a performer and every time I tried to get away from it or hide it as an aspect of my life it always came back. [2:47]
I have had to embrace the fact that I am who I am and that is just where I have got to live. [3:01]
I found that I have always relied on the use of performance to be better in every other situation that I have. [3:10]
Performance has helped me be a better leader even in school to moving to start my business. [3:19]
I went to a fine arts high school and moved out to be on my own to pursue performance as a career which I later retired from at 25 years. [4:10]
The book came because I found myself giving the same advice over and over again. [6:43]
As a speaker the first thing that any promoter is going to ask is whether you have a book or a course. [7:09]
Every training or facilitation I have done is on film and so we took all of that and transcribed the audio then repurposed it into the book. [7:30]
When you read through the book it is the closest thing you can get to being in one of the training sessions with me and my team. [8:03]
It is the easiest and fastest way to respond to people who ask me for advice. [8:36]
There are three layers to the title of the book. [11:07]
The most upfront one being that I honestly want to empower people who work with me to have such confidence in their ability to take the stage because their message is what people will focus on and not what they are wearing. [11:11]
The next part of the title is having honest and tough conversations because it is the content that matters. [11:39]
The root title is about being exposed and speaking our raw naked truth and saying the things that we are afraid to say. [12:0]
These are the conversations that we are having one-on-one with our loved ones and peers. [12:23]
Saying the things, we are afraid to say are usually how we are going to move ahead and that is true leadership. [12:36]
Those are the conversations that I am trying to empower people to have. [12:44]
Ultimately, I am trying to facilitate the ability to have the self-confidence because that is what it boils down to. [13:45]
To have people know that their messages and stories matter and that that if they hold on to it, it will not be serving anybody. [14:00]
Commercial Break [16:30]
Art is universal particularly story telling particularly in the art that I embrace which is story telling. [16:50]
We have had as a human species an oral tradition for thousands of years, and it is how we have learned and passed down values. [17:12]
It doesn’t matter race, religion or orientation, you can go to the Louvre and have appreciation for these pieces work and art from around the world. [17:54]
Art in general binds us together as a human society because we can see how others see the world through their art. [18:38]
This gives me some understanding and some appreciation for where you are coming from and why you do the things you do. [18:48]
The most effective leaders are those who can tell a compelling story or who can give effective imagery to their mission. [19:10]
That is when you can get people on board and get them aligned in what you want to see accomplished. [19:23]
Advertising is another visual medium and true art form that I think is under appreciated [19:43]
That is why good ad copy speaks universally to your client base. [20:20]
Embrace your story because it matters. [24:34]
Authenticity is synonymous to self-awareness. [24:40]

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“When we spend time doing things that we love simply because we love them, it fills us for the things that we need to do.” Melody Paine

The universality of art is a reality that is felt by every individual. In most form of arts, it takes intentional keenness and experience to identify and bring out the details that make art unique. This is especially true in photography. Our guest today, Melody Paine, is experienced in this form of art, and says that in photography and filmmaking, the most special and memorable moments are always captured in the most ordinary of times and spaces.

Melody Joy Paine is a photographer and filmmaker for Imperfect Joy. She helps families craft visual memories that pull into focus the beauty in little details that they will want to remember most. She is currently studying under an Emmy-award winning filmmaker to build a new branch of her work called Kama Muta Films. She will work alongside her husband, David, to tell stories of how businesses have made an impact on individuals and communities by keeping their heart at the center of what they do.

In today’s episode, our guest will be discussing more about her journey to being a professional photographer and filmmaker, as well as the transformation that came with her getting into entrepreneurship. She will also talk more about the unexplored opportunities in photography and film making.

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First, I want to talk about art being a core thing that is important to our lives and not just in the business for me. [3:05]
I have always embraced art and I started as a musician when I was in junior high, elementary school. [3:15]
I have always love being able to see the transformation of something and how it takes form. [3:50]
I have a bachelor’s degree in Biology and wanted to be a neurologist specializing in MS. [4:10]
The main reason I got into photography when my mother-in-law and my bother passed away shortly after my husband and I got married and everything got on hold. [4:20]
I decided to spend time at home with my kids because after that experience there was nothing more important than family to us. [4:48]
As a stay-at-home mum, I found something to do which was photography. [4:58]
I started doing it for my kids and family, and it evolved into something artistic and led into entrepreneurship all the pieces of running a business. [5:10]
I began in project photography which required everything to be perfect. [5:36]
I started feeling stuck because my perfectionism started getting in my way. [5:50]
I couldn’t get into my creative space because I constantly had to try to make everything Pinterest worthy [5:58]
I did a lot of bereavement work because that was where my heart was, helping people to heal because it was also the place where I was able to heal. [6:10]
One family called me up to capture the last moments of their 2-year-old son whose heart was failing and had to be taken off life support. [6:20]
For 6 hours I stayed with family at their son’s bedside and captured every moment because it was important for them to be able to remember their son in that journey. [6:36]
It was definitely the hardest bereavement session I had ever done. [7:00]
I edited and put together this gallery and it was the first time I saw the importance of the details. [7:24]
It was the first time that I saw an actual story from beginning to end through the photos. [7:50]
I sent it off and felt that in some way I had encapsulated this moment so that the family could go back in that moment in a way that was not as painful. [8:04]
I realized that I did not want to do that in the moments that suck anymore. [8:32]
So, I wanted to tell stories, let go of perfection and help people capture their ordinary moments that mean the most when they are gone. [8:45]
That is why I named my business ‘Imperfect Joy’ as a reminder to myself of what I am doing. [9:00]
One of the challenges I came across in this business is that people have so much accessibility to capture these moments on their own; however most people don’t see the joy in the moments in front of them until they are gone. [11:45]
Because I have experienced loss myself, and I have been in front of so many families, my art goes beyond the tools and encompasses the ability to capture perspective and details which are so mundane and ordinary for people to notice but make a difference. [12:14]
Before quarantine started, I had been working part time as a mum, where it started as a part time thing but became something really important to me. [14:10]
My husband and I then decided in January 2020 that it was time so he left his job to take care of the kids since it was not realistically possible for me to do both. [14:45]
March came and everything and everything was obliterated and all the plans were changed. [15:19]
I tried different things but they were not going as per to my standards. [15:34]
I also wasn’t really in warm market because a lot of people haven’t seen family seen and don’t know what they are or what goes into them. [16:30]
I am not doing film making where I can control everything, I have to work with whatever components that are there which vary and I have to roll with. [17:13]
With film making not being something new I felt like I was just trying to scratch the surface of something that wasn’t quite ready. [17:28]
There is market for it because of the value it brings both for businesses and families but right now it is really hard and that is why we are transitioning to businesses for those various reasons. [17:45]
Commercial break. [18:19]
There are different types of stories that can be told for businesses and what you are talking about is the impact story. [22:49]
What we want to find are businesses which intentionally have an impact on individuals and communities. [22:56]
It is not only good for the people who join in on this business and are impacted, but also for the business owner to see returns. [23:11]
There is a blending of what I had done in a new market and we are calling this Kamamuda Films. [23:30]
Kamamuda is a new term that was defined by psychologists for an overarching emotion. [23:46]
It is described as a sudden feeling for oneness or belonging and is likened to the reaction people have when they feel connected to a deeply moving event. [24:15]
Art being a journey of transformation and, I have had the frustration of being in the process but haven’t seen it come to life yet and being in between is sometimes a really hard place to be. [25:44]
We have combined the different skills we have with my husband and therefore I have the reminder every day that I am not alone in this journey and this struggle has been shared. [27:39]
In the pandemic I was part of a networking group of business coaches who did better in the pandemic. [28:15]
A lot of the messages that I got from them did not resonate with my situation because their perspective was not the same with the industry that I was in which was hit incredibly hard, and for a while I felt lonely. [28:32]
Now that we are starting to get back to people again, we are planning to do a community event for our grand opening. [29:15]
We want a place where we can show our first business film to our community with a story that is from a local business and give people a reason to gather and celebrate. [29:55]
If we can make progress in the relationships again, then there will be a lot more progress happening in our business as well and that was the biggest element that was missing. [30:22]
When we spend time doing things that we love simply because we love them, it fills us for the things that we need to do. [33:18]

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“You have to believe in people and trust them because the more trust you give the better people perform.” Rahul Aggarwal

When starting out, business owners are always forced to work with tight budgets to remain afloat. With such constraints, businesses have always opted to outsource tasks that are not within their core activities, and sometimes finding qualified professionals to do those tasks can be an uphill task. Our guest today, Rahul Aggarwal, is passionate about technology and the solutions it provides in managing businesses. Rahul has faced such difficulties in the past which motivated him not only to start an online professional talent outsourcing agency but also to go ahead and manage some of the world’s most talented professionals.

Being awarded as the Rising Entrepreneur of the year 2019 and Entrepreneur 35 under 35 in 2020, and Asia’s Most Promising Business Leaders 2021 by Economic Times, Rahul Aggarwal has cofounded Designhill and created a unique online marketplace to overcome the challenges faced by the business owners in outsourcing high-quality creative solutions and designers who have been looking for creative freedom. He’s a serial entrepreneur, passionate marketer, investor, advisor, and a firm believer in the concept of constant learning and growing. His astounding digital knowledge and impregnable business skills have led Designhill to be acknowledged as the Creative Startup of the Year 2019 by Entrepreneur Magazine.

In today’s episode, Rahul will talk more about what motivated him to start his company Designhill and how he has managed to grow it to be a globally recognized platform. He will also give us some leadership insights that he believes works well in managing people and businesses.

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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raggarwal1/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/A10Rahul

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I'm an entrepreneur and I started Designhill with my brother, who is also a co-founder and we live together despite having worked together for the last eight years. [4:15]
We started this business about seven, eight years back. We thought of it in 2013 but we ended up starting it in 2014. [4:40]
It was something that just got born out of the individual needs that we had at that point in time. [4:50]
I joined the family business and I wanted to get our branding organized since design was not something that was given a lot of value at the time, however, that's changed a lot in today's time and world. [4:57]
I was struggling to get a good agency or designer to get the business brand rebranded and have everything more consistent and quality. [5:14]
My brother was working as a freelancer, and he was having his struggles in terms of finding good clients, how to communicate with them, and getting paid on time. [5:24]
We happened to speak about our problems and we realized that this was not a local issue, but a global problem, and technology as an enabler could facilitate and solve that. [5:38]
Good design is omnipresent and every business needs it whether it's an online business or an offline business. [5:52]
When young or new entrepreneurs come with business ideas and concepts they are always vibrant and they look for something that represents that idea that helps them show that they are serious about what they're talking about. [6:29]
We as a company help these individuals and businesses to accomplish those dreams by facilitating or helping get their business on the ground. [7:05]
We have tried to have services that can cater to every kind of customer with every kind of budget because design is very important for the success of any business. [7:33]
When starting a business, you don't want to spend so much money on professional branding or with an agency or you don't even have the resources at the time. [8:49]
With design, it is always something that is always on the back of the mind as you are always thinking of acquiring new customers or getting more traffic on your website but you don’t want to invest in a full-time designer. [9:00]
That is where we come in or any other online platform comes in because we help you connect with the best in class people around the world. [9:17]
You might have somebody who might charge you a lot more maybe in us but a designer with an equal level of quality may be sitting in Australia or Brazil or India and they might be able to do a great job for you at probably 1/3 the price. [9:27]
I think that's the beauty of the internet in the kind of world that we live in today, that you really don't need to travel anymore and you can just get connected and get on a Zoom call with anybody from anywhere in the world on a click of a button. [9:43]
This allows businesses to experiment, explore, and understand somebody before making that commitment to hire them. [10:54]
Technology and platforms allow businesses to experiment to know different skillsets and get different options and varieties while working with different people. [11:40]
Sometimes you may have a particular stream or school of thought that this is how you want certain things to be done but get swept away with other kinds of options and varieties that people with different backgrounds can come up with. [11:53]
I think what the pandemic has done is it has sort of accelerated working online businesses that get coupled with work-from-home situations. [13:04]
I think that is wonderful because it not only gives people the opportunity to make that extra buck but also follow their passions and dreams. [14:10]
There's a lot of dynamism and flexibility that you get today with the kind of things that are getting built up. [15:00]
We have sold to more than 1 million businesses, marketing professionals, small and large companies, from all over the world and the majority of them come from the United States and Canada, UK, Australia, English speaking countries. [15:21]
We have over 300,000, creative professionals, designers, and artists who have their portfolios on our platform and sell their artworks, services, and merchandise. [15:38]
We have launched a platform called Print Shop last year where these artists from all over the world are selling their artworks on merchandise and we do shipping worldwide. [15:50]
Commercial Break. [16:50]
The dynamism of working has completely changed now and we were lucky enough that we were already a technology company and are using a lot of these online tools to manage and break down our processes for our daily communication reporting mechanisms. [18:10]
Having all these tools threaded with each other enables you to run your business on your mobile. [18:46]
I think technology adoption is really important and if you're able to break down your processes with the right tools you can scale your business because most of the things are already laid down in your tools and processes. [19:07]
From a leadership perspective, I feel it's really important to delegate and give ownership to your colleagues because you can't do everything on your own. [19:24]
You have to believe in people and trust them because the more trust you give the better people perform. [19:44]
We are all humans and we are going to make mistakes but as long as we are trusting people to do a good job and trusting them to be honest about their work, you will often find people overachieving. [19:50
We have to be successful very few times, it's good to fail many more times because then we know what not to do. [20:18]
We live in a dynamic world especially in technology and so many things happen every day. So we should always do that. [20:25]
Experimentation is something that I value and we do encourage our teams to experiment. [20:35]
As a leader, you should be a jack of all trades, and a master of one. You should know about all the facets of your business. [20:48]
Create micro-projects and make individual team members owners of each of those micro-projects or processes. [23:20]
We need to delegate and give ownership which is very important to do as a leader. [25:40]
Failure is something that we should accept warmly because it is going to be there daily. Success comes far and few and it takes time for success to come in. [25:45]
Be consistent and persistent as a business owner because you don't know what is around the corner. Success will come if you have the right intent; you just have to persevere a lot. [25:58]
At the end of the day, it's all about team effort and so you have to have a great team because you can't do everything alone. [26:25]

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“More people can be open-hearted and heart centered and that is a form of leadership that the world is aching for today even in the business.” Joe Bernstein

Self-transformation is not an easy journey. However, what is even more damaging is choosing to remain complacent and sticking in the comfort zone. Our guest today, Joe Bernstein has lived on both worlds and understands well the importance of changing oneself and aligning individual values to the realities that surround us. According to Joe, playing safe due to fear is not an option for individuals who want to be future leaders.

Joe Bernstein Founded Drop the Armor Wellness because he is on a mission to help other men feel the love and freedom that he learned to cultivate when his life fell apart in 2013. After learning to thrive romantically in response to divorce, losing 160 lbs without diets, and leaving his 1st career to build a mission focused business, he became LIT UP to help other men do the same. His clients are often successful business owners, executives in tech, top individual performers, leaders, creatives, entrepreneurs or anyone who wants a Lit Up Life. They are big hearted men that often feel stuck in their heads, stuck in their careers and desiring more social or romantic connection. Joe helps them to let go of overthinking and using stress as a motivator, to live a life rooted in a clear head, an open heart, and solid guts. He also leads transformational men’s initiations in the Mankind Project and is involved in Showing Up for Racial Justice DC Chapter Healing Team.

In today’s episode we will discuss more about how leaders can get pas their comfort zones to realign their values with their goals. We will also talk about why it is important to take risks to pursue greatness as well as to be open-hearted when communicating with people.

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I was raised pretty risk averse and my family was loving and very supportive. [3:36]
There wasn’t a lot of accountability and there was a lot of playing it safe. [3:46]
I embodied the beliefs of scarcity, fear and risk aversion. [4:05]
On top of that, we were caught up in the eighties trying to be really healthy but eating all the crap we were told was good for us and I was really overweight. [4:11]
I ended up embodying a lot of limiting beliefs and what we believe is what we create. [4:31]
By the age of 26; I was working at a retail job that I loved and thriving in my career but nothing else in my life was happening. [5:27]
Fast forward I dated and I found somebody and we got married, but that went downhill really fast. [5:47]
At 31, I had been obese most of my life and at the peak of my career without a college degree and out of nowhere, the woman I was with and who I thought I will be with forever decided to leave and everything fell apart. [5:56]
I had played it safe all along and just did the stuff that I thought was easy to get a comfortable life but that did not get me to where I wanted and everything fell apart. [6:45]
I had to make a choice between taking responsibility and learn about what had gotten me to this point in my life or continue on this path.[ 6:57]
The breakdown in my life was when I got an insatiable desire to learn about human potential and started actively reading and leaning on personal growth. [7:12]
Within a year I had lost over 100 pounds, transformed my dating life and had a lot of confidence in my social life and started performing better in my leadership roles. [7:32]
I was very connected with men’s work where I had worked in men’s organization to help men with emotional intelligence and leadership and so I decided to be someone who helps other men. [7:52]
Since then, I have been on the path to creating my own life, where every day I am excited to do what I do and what I spend my time in and I am really aligned to values. [8:08]
For me, shocking potential is really about helping men in that place where they got comfortable in life and are feeling stuck and not aligned anymore with their value.[8:23]
We are in this time where things have changed and it has been a wake-up goal for a lot of people. [11:18]
A lot of people are in a place of reassessing values and taking big leaps and to me that is what getting lit up is all about. [12:43]
More people can be open hearted and heart centered and that is a form of leadership that the world is aching for today even in the business. [15:54]
When the world changes around us and we recognize that our values have shifted, it can be really hard to claim the space. [16:57]
Things change in our lives and if we aren’t aware of how they have changed and make a shift in our priorities, then that is where we can feel really stuck. [17:44]
So many are conditioned to think they don’t have the power but if you are at your work, you do have the power to negotiate terms. [18:38]
Commercial break. [20:15]
We think about evolution as these big sweeping changes physically within a species, but reality is evolution for humanity because we are so conscious and intelligent. [22:45]
It is really about making small shifts all the time to be connected to what really matters. [22:59]
We are at a stage in humanity where evolution for leaders is required. [22:06]
The ability to understand our own values, feel, take responsibility and also communicate in a healthy way that is non-damaging. [23:13]
We are taught to lead based on force, scarcity and creating fear, efficiency but people do not want to be led that way. [23:48]
We cannot as leaders be cookie cutting anymore but understand individuals that we are working with on both sides of the transaction. [24:20]
When we are hiding what is truly important to us whether it is from us or others, other people feel that and they end up trusting less and responding less to calls for action. [24:48]
Leadership and emotional intelligence is the point where we are evolving to in order to help people experience emotional fluency. [25:50]
There are capacities that leaders need to develop and for me the two most important ones are courage and compassion. [28:31]
The future is not going to be led by a lot of the old strategies. [29:40]
There are only three choices in life, love or fear, courage or comfort, and creation or consumption. [31:37]
You can create the levels of mindfulness where you have awareness of your choice points and you will stack good choices that will lead you in life, and before you know it you will look back and your whole life will be different. [31:55]

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“For every person that I have ever gotten an opportunity to lead, I ask them to always remember seven words, ‘I trust you,’ and ‘I believe in you.’” Kyle Sullivan

The leadership journey is not easy considering the numerous challenges that a person has to overcome and the endless lessons along the way. This experience can however be very different when a leader has a supportive and encouraging force in the form of a couch. That is what our guest today, Kyle Sullivan gives to his clients. He trusts and believes in the abilities of people which, according to him, give them the motivation to be better.

Kyle Sullivan is the founder of a company called Unleash the Champ, whose goal is to create powerful coaching experiences for successful people. Toe who are in leadership and want to discover the inner champion and be the best they could be without sacrificing the things that matter most in their lives. Kyle has more than years of organizational leadership and team development and has led thousands of people in the course of his leadership journey. Kyle strives to inspire people everywhere to unlock the cages they are in to unleash the champ within.

In today’s episode, our guest will discuss about his journey in leadership and getting into entrepreneurship. He will further talk about how leaders can grow their people by simply trusting and believing in their abilities.

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I started the company in July of last year. [2:30]
When I held my daughter for the first time, I knew everything had changed. [2:50]
I wanted to be present in time and not just give presents of things and had no clue how that was going to happen. [3:15]
I started working from home and I saw all the milestones in my daughter’s life. [3:45]
When our staff decided to go back to the office I strongly felt that it was time. [3:58]
My wife said to me that she thought I may be the last person to realize was you should be doing. [4:37]
That was the confirmation and I stepped off from being a pastor and I was 51 percent that this would work, and that was all I needed. [5:02]
The pillars of ‘Unleashing the Champ’ deal with your calling, your heart, attitude, mindset, and performance. [6:34]
When someone is questioning whether or not to do something, we look at whether or not that is their calling which could be or could not be what they are currently doing. [6:45]
The pandemic shocked all of us to see how quickly our world can crumble. [7:29]
My definition of success is getting to the end of my life with as little ‘what ifs’ as possible. [7:47]
People are getting into entrepreneurship and taking a bet on themselves at a rate that has never been seen before. [11:30]
It is producing some really beautiful things in the marketplace. [11:47]
Commercial Break. [11:57]
For every person I have ever gotten an opportunity to lead, I ask them to always remember seven words, ‘I trust you,’ and ‘I believe in you.’ [13:27]
We live in a society where trust has to be earned and I think that is BS [13:56]
We are placing people on a deficit and condition ourselves to look for things to confirm our bias. [14:04]
My favorite response to a question someone would ask me as their leader is, ‘you decide.’ [14:47]
We are used to people telling us what to do and barking orders and top-down leadership. [15:09]
I believe that you will make the right decision based on where you are at right now in your development, leadership, and ability. [15:40]
I come from a stance of humility saying that if this decision was made, obviously there is information that I don’t know that impacted this decision. [16:50]
The question, ‘help me understand,’ is the most disarming question a leader can ask that allows them to improve their leadership because it comes from a place of trusting and believing people. [17:25]
The tension is getting a leader to embody that. [18:51]
Typically, leaders get to places of higher-level management areas because they did it all and that was what was affirmed. [19:00]
In leadership, what gets celebrated gets repeated. [19:18]
It is a hard thing for a leader to admit they have been closed-handed and they need to now open their hand. [19:38]
When I first got into leadership, I was a bulldozer because I always had my way. [20:54]
As I learned more about emotional intelligence as I grew in leadership, my preferences had to be diminished for the productivity of the team. [22:01]
Most people I work with have solved the money problem, but have not yet solved the sacrifices that they took to get that success. [23:35]
Most often when people have incredible success professionally, when you peel the layers of the onion, they are not in a good place. [23:46]
I realized that the people who have incredible success would never go back to their pastor and say something is wrong. [24:10]
I hold the space for leaders to take the mask off. [24:28]
As a leader, you need to understand that you are not as important as you think but you are also more important than you think you are. [26:40]
In leadership when things go bad you are a mirror, when things go well you are a window. [27:07]
If you are a leader you are leading by choice, design, on purpose, and for a purpose, so work and live out of that so that you can unleash the champ. [27:22]

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“It is always about people first in service of your business goals.” Michael Solomon

Times have evolved and continue to do so, and so have people and as a result, the organizations that they work for. The changes have further been accelerated by the current pandemic which has forced organizations to rapidly adjust their behaviors to remain productive. However, moving forward organizations need to align their work policies to enable them to be aware and match their aspirations with the needs and goals of the people who work for them. This is according to our guest today, Michael Solomon, who further says that for employers to get and retain top talent, they should endeavor to show kindness to their employees by treating them humanely.

Michael Solomon is an established entrepreneur with a strong desire to help people, a sharp eye for business, and a commitment to making a difference. The six organizations he’s helped found — for-profit and nonprofit alike — share a common goal of improving people’s lives.

He began his career working with Jon Landau Management on several Bruce Springsteen tours, followed by a three-year stint at Epic Records and Sony Music. Then, at age 25, his entrepreneurial spirit took over and he’s never looked back, co-founding four companies — three by the time he was 30. Most recently, Michael Solomon is the author of Game Changer: How To Be 10x in the Talent Economy (HarperCollins; September 2020), which reveals the secrets to becoming a “10xer” for anyone in any industry.

In this episode, we will be discussing how recruitment and management of talent in organizations have evolved and what to expect in the near future. We will also be discussing how leaders can manage their people working in different modalities.

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There are so many things that we do in our lives that they can build us. [3:48]
Look for these moments to feel powerful and important in the world for yourself. [4:15]
Human-centered management is not focusing on the members of your team as cognitive machines but as human beings who when managed and treated in accordance with their goals and desires for their life, they become so much more than the cognitive machine. [:5:50]
Some people appreciate that but even more so there are people that demand that and they will not stay if it is not provided. [6:40]
There is a tremendous opportunity to shift the way to do things which if the competitors are not doing, gives you a competitive edge on bringing top performers. [7:23]
To take care of our team during the pandemic, we added a weekly check-in meeting on zoom that was not work-related, voluntary meditation twice a week, and monthly one-on-one between the people and myself. [10:18]
All this was in the service of we are humans and we are not isolated and we needed to do things differently and not act like everything was normal. [10:58]
10xers have similarities with millennials and Gen Z with regards to their wants and demands in the workplace. [12:37]
The biggest ones include their mission, what they value in the world and how they see themselves, and how their jobs fit into that; while the secondary one is they have career aspirations and if you are not able to offer them some path towards their career goal, they are probably going to be looking. [13:32]
We are finishing up a post about what we believe is going to be a tsunami of job churn in the next six to nine months as a result of market forces. [16:05]
Recruiters usually ask the salary requirement of their candidates but that is not really where you want to start. [18:05]
We build a tool that is available online called a lifestyle calculator where it has 24 different attributes that go into the job-life/compensation package. [18:40]
When somebody is done filling that out, we get to know what they care about across the board and what their priorities are. [19:15]
Commercial Break. [22:11]
The shift to remote working at the onset of the pandemic was so sudden and forced. [24:36]
The upside is that if you are a better manager remote or in-person, hybrid is going to give you the ability to succeed either way. [25:15]
The biggest challenge will be for companies who want to go back to the way things were and I would caution leaders to do it gradually because if done all at once there will be a risk of a mass exodus of employees. [25:25]
The hybrid version is where we need to end up. [26:03]
By hybrid, I mean remote versus in office, but I think there are more nuances where there are certain teams or performers who are better off in either one environment or another. [26:09]
Leaders need to contemplate and know their people, how they work, how they function, and then manage where there are. [27:10]
Before you decide either or, you have to determine the price of flexibility versus that of rigidity. [29:50]
It is about people first every time in service of your business goals [32:26]

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“You can make every customer feel like they are uniquely valued and that they are not just a number.” Jeroen Corthout

Research has shown that CRM can be a golden tool for organizations if used effectively. Its value will however be determined by the quality of data that is entered into the system. The ability to have quality information on demand is the differentiating factor between the levels of success an organization achieves as a result of using the CRM. This is why automation of the tool is important as explained by our guest today, Jeroen Corthout. According to Jeroen, an automated CRM significantly cuts down the time spent on technical matters which frees people to concentrate on more important activities that directly contribute to the growth of the organization.

Jeroen is co-founder and CEO of Salesflare, an intelligent CRM built for SMBs selling B2B, mostly popular with agencies and SaaS companies. Salesflare itself was founded when Jeroen and his co-founder Lieven wanted to manage the leads for their software company in an easier way. They didn't like to keep track of them manually and built Salesflare, which pulls customer data together automatically. It's now the most popular CRM on Product Hunt and top-rated on review platforms like G2 for its ease of use and automation features.

In today’s episode, we will have our guest tell us more about the value of CRM to an organization and why an automated CRM is the most ideal choice for organizations to go for. We will also discuss more on how to have productive meetings with teams that are working remotely.

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We started our company after using different CRMs. [3:57
I worked for a consultancy for a while that used salesforce a lot and it was my first CRM. [4:02]
I quickly learned that this was not very easy and it took a lot of work and was fully dependent on me. [4:30]
We had a software company and we had just come back from a big conference and we had a lot of leads that were interested to hear more about our software and maybe buy it [4:42]
We tried many systems but it did not work because we were not able to keep up with the expectations of the software. [5:17]
We decided to make a system that plugs into every single place where the data already resides and has the ability to pull it together on demand to do a follow-up. [6:23]
It is a system that is less likely to fail because it doesn’t depend on your discipline to fill it out. [6:38]
Our end goal is not that it automates stuff but for it to be a CRM that you can use which means ease of use, easy to understand, and not needing a lot of clicks. [7:05]
The software is automating a lot of things where it makes that very easy. [7:38]
We now have over 2000 companies using the software. [7:46]
It is important that you keep your CRM updated because if well kept, it can be valuable. [8:58]
Most companies do not succeed in that partly because most software comes with expectations that are difficult to meet. [9:09]
A lot of enterprise software is not very friendly to use and that is something we are trying to change. [10:07]
The first and basic outcome of using CRM is following up on your customers well and in an informed way. [12:02]
From our perspective every time someone says please close our trial we would find out what was going wrong that we could have done better. [14:33]
You can make every customer feel like they are uniquely valued and that they are not just a number. [17:17]
We differentiate ourselves and do better by building close relationships with our clients as a way to compete with other CRM players out there. [18:00]
Commercial break. [18:20]
Communication is key and you can do it through a system that takes away operational-tactical communication. [19:55]
We built a team where we value open communication and try to build strong relationships through building trust among team members. [20:30]
When people speak up, you accept the feedback then integrate it into what you do. [21:25]
In the past, we relied on being in the same room for meetings, before the pandemic and we had to rethink the way we do meetings after the onset of the pandemic. [23:55]
We have tried to limit meetings to have few people attending and then we share what was discussed with other team members in Slack which is our communication platform. [24:45]
When you select a CRM involve your sales team since they are going to be the bottleneck whether it is being used or not being used and whether you get any value from it. [31:52]
Train the users well on how to use the CRM but also go beyond the training to define how it is going to be used as a team. [32:43]

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“Going into every situation anticipating that there’s going to be something that you will learn whether you are going to use it right away or not.”

Coexistence requires that individuals respect and treat others with the dignity that they deserve. This means that civility is a fundamental component in the progress of any society. At its core, civility transcends the mannerisms, courteousness or politeness of individuals and includes how people impact others in their behavior and speech. Our guest today, Dr. Lew Bayer believes that “Civility is its own reward” and suggests that “In choosing civility, people find their best self, and in doing so, they experience the grace, courage, generosity, humanity, and humility that civility engenders.”

Lewena Bayer has been in the civility space for more than 20 years and has an international recognition as the leading expert on civility at work. With a focus on social intelligence and culturally-competent communication, the team at Civility Experts Inc – which includes 501 affiliates in 48 countries, has supported 100’s of organizations in building better workplaces. In addition to her role as CEO of international civility training group Civility Experts Inc. which includes The Civility Speakers Bureau and Propriety Publishing, Lew is Chair of the International Civility Trainers’ Consortium, President of The Center for Organizational Cultural Competence, and Founder of the In Good Company Etiquette Academy Franchise Group.

Most recently, Lew was selected as an International Advocate for Aegis Trust, a UK based organization focused on peace education and the prevention of genocide. She is also an Education Chair for www.globalgoodwillambassadors.org. Recently, Dr. Bayer has been assigned the privilege of being named Ambassador of Global Knowledge Exchange and a Master Educator in Global Teachers Academy.

In today’s episode, we will be discussing the role civility plays in building better work places as well as communities. Our guest will also talk more about the importance of being thoughtful and embracing differences.

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Civility is a measurable competency. [3:45]
We put it under this category of soft skills because historically that is where communication and ability to do well in social settings fit. [3:48]
Increasingly civility fits under the umbrella of relational skills. [4:04]
It generally incorporates social intelligence, cultural competence, systems thinking and continuous learning. [4:30]
We do everything from dining etiquette for university graduates all the way to civil etiquette. [4:37]
We started out as the etiquette ladies where we were doing courtesy camp for kids. [5:29]
At that time I understood that you can teach children and change their attitude which changes the way they interact. [5:56]
Over the years I have had a good fortune of aligning this with people and we currently have 520 affiliates in 47 countries. [6:36]
I have been consistently been encouraged and stunned when people find support and encouragement regardless of their status. [8:19]
When someone comes into our affiliate group, they have the benefit of all these people around the world with different perspectives. [8:42]
I have had the opportunity to co-facilitate that spark. [9:05]
We have affiliates who sign the paper and commit to the plan and started making payments three years later. [9:11]
Over the years I have held on to the belief that there is more good than bad in the world and that if people knew better, then they would be better. [11:20]
I find that we have to give people permission to be confident and experience what it feels like to be valued. [11:55
We have a global project that we are working on called work citizen and it is about sharing these teachings and knowledge. [12:14]
Respect is something we all equally deserve because we are human and in the planet. [12:53]
Each person has value, gift and contribution and we may not know it or be able to label it or even appreciate at that particular moment, but we have to acknowledge it. [12:59]
If we just started there, imagine how different our interactions would be. [13:10]
Civility can be as simple as knowing your neighbor’s last name. Civility starts at home. [13:58]
There is so much potential for good and it just a matter of believing that and making an effort to contribute in a way. [15:08]
There is a lot of lonely in the world because we are fearful and the fear is founded on the perception that differences are scary or people are inherently bad. [17:10]
Commercial break. [18:20]
It is very hard to see other people’s perspective if you are constantly in your little hole of mud. [20:31]
Going into every situation anticipating that there’s going to be something that you will learn whether you are going to use it right away or not. [21:04]
There is always someone who can use some support and therefore making an effort to offer it before it is asked for. [21:50]
Part of the civility definition is choosing civility as a non-negotiable point of character and the primary objective is to ease the experience of others. [22:00]
Leaders should take on the service oriented approach and see what they can do for somebody else. [22:14]
Don’t be too hard on yourself but everyday get up one foot in front of another and it is shocking how much you can get done. [23:08]
Realize that it is a privilege for people to give you their time and focus to listen to you, therefore you should acknowledge and commit to giving them something of value and show appreciation through your tone and demeanor. Otherwise that gift is not going to last very well. [24:25]
I invite everyone to bring their best self in every interaction and you will find that civility is its own reward. [27:55]

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“Finding your purpose by knowing your strengths and what drives you is important because that is what makes you unique.” Ciara Dilley

Navigating through the world of business as a founder is never easy and they usually need support at different levels to make it through. This is especially true for women because of the many roles that they play in their communities. Our guest today, Ciara Dilley, has been in the business of supporting women at levels and is convinced that finding your purpose and embracing agility goes a long way in helping business leaders to be resilient and navigate through challenges

Ciara Dilley is the vice president of marketing for Frito-Lay North America and leads the company’s ever-evolving portfolio of Transform Brands – including Stacy’s pita chips, Sun Chips, Popcorners, Off the Eaten Path veggie crisps/puffs, and the Baked/Simply portfolio of snacks. Ciara directly oversees Frito-Lay’s growth and innovation strategy to address this growing need and ensure consumers consistently have access to an array of options that fit their lifestyle. Whether it’s been the development of new brands such as veggie-forward Off the Eaten Path or the acquisition of innovations like Popcorners, Ciara is diversifying the wellness journey for Americans everywhere

Prior to joining PepsiCo, Dilley leveraged her experience in marketing, communications, and innovation to grow major international consumer brands within Diageo, Campbell Soup Company, and Kellogg Company. Being a seasoned veteran with more than 20 years of industry experience and most recently recognized as a 2020 Media Post Marketing All-Star, Ciara is an industry pioneer in purpose-driven campaigns, having led several brands to make a measurable societal impact through campaigns that champion sustainability and support diversity and inclusion.

Ciara’s greatest passion is in furthering the economic empowerment of women. She is not only a mentor and a coach to several team members past and present but also leads PepsiCo’s support of female professional development through numerous speaking engagements and by spearheading the organization’s Woman Made initiative. Ciara also works closely with several thought leaders and organizations committed to advancing female entrepreneurs, including SKU CPG, Hello Alice, and The Boss Network.

In today’s episode, we will dive deeper into how to give back to the world by doing the best of what we do. More will also be discussed on supporting female business owners, finding purpose in leadership and why it is critical to having a happy impactful work life.

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I did law and German in college and I had no interest whatsoever in going into the business world. [5:00]
I started working with Diageo in the marketing department and it was an amazing grounding in brand marketing and what it means to build amazing brands. [5:22]
I also had a very huge fortune of moving to two other companies that were stellar in that area. [5:53]
It was during my time at Kellogg that I headed the innovation team for Europe that I started to get interested in this idea of wellness and how food companies could be more responsible to support consumers in their journeys. [6:02]
It was also during my time at Kellogg that I was being invited to act more as a leader and I started getting more heavily involved in supporting women. [6:28]
When I moved to Pepsi in New York about six years ago now, I started looking for ways on how I could get involved in supporting women. [7:22]
Along the way, I started doing both producing and selling, and supporting women. [7:41]
I was doing a lot of self-development on how I could become a better leader and the idea of purpose was just beginning to come on the radar. [7:57]
For me, purpose is the merging of what do you do functionally and what you like doing from a business perspective, and for me, I like selling healthier foods and supporting women. [8:14]
Purpose is not something you find overnight but is a long journey. [11:18]
There are certain things you are good at, and what do you love doing, and how can these two things come together to make you incredibly rewarded and happier. [11:46]
The third element that is the icing on the cake is how these things can come together and can make a difference in the world. [12:05]
In that area, large organizations can make a massive difference in pushing forward with the change that needs to be seen and being seen as educators and communicators in the area of doing good in the world. [14:45]
Consumers are becoming more and more interested in this area for many different reasons. [17:15]
It is an exciting time for the snack industry and we are always trying to do more to make it better in terms of availability and affordability. [18:14]
The women I work with in the Rise Project are the most resilient, hardworking, smart, change-makers I have ever met. [19:50]
Being an entrepreneur and having your own business is not an easy path. [20:12]
Commercial break. [21:45]
Accessing the resources from the Rise Project helped keep the lights on for the businesses owned by women. [ 23:07]
Women have suffered much more during the pandemic because often they had to take the burden of care. [23:22]
A lot of jobs that were lost were those held traditionally taken by women and therefore had a dramatic impact on the role of women in the workplace. [23:43]
However, it has empowered so many more amazing women to take the power into their own hands. [24:04]
There has been an overwhelming amount of financial support poured into this area particularly for women of color and justly so. [24:42]
We have also started to introduce them to ways of selling more of their product through partnering with platforms such as Amazon and Walmart. [26:27]
If you are not turning up, being you and the best of you in each and every day, that is not going to feel great. Authenticity is incredibly important [30:30]
Finding your purpose by knowing your strengths and what drives you is important because that is what makes you unique [31:00]
Some of the ways I have been able to develop myself over the years is through being agile and embracing progress over perfection [ 31:25]
Pursue what you love to do because you will be at your best when you do what you love and also seek to make an impact with what you do. [ 35:58]

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“We are only responsible for the part of the solution that inspires us and hopefully it will inspire somebody else” Alicia Hemphill

It is trust that forms the foundation of any form of relationship both professional and personal. The ability to be trusted and trust opens up grounds for people to relate authentically and transact at all levels. This is most especially true for leaders when they are dealing with the people who look up to them. These sentiments are echoed by our guest today, Alicia Hemphill who insists that leaders have to start by looking within to create the authentic self before they can go out to communicate and lead.

Alicia Hemphill is an executive in business and ministry, a best-selling author, life coach, and co-creator of the new historical game Ebony-Opoly “The Reconstruction Era”. She is VP of Regulatory Affairs at Oriel STAT A MATRIX, a medical device life sciences and consulting company. She is also the CEO and Founder of her own company, ‘Beyond the Limitations,’ where she coaches and mentors future leaders to reach that next level of performance. She specializes in strategies that impart change that transform challenging work environments and relationships.

Alicia is highly skilled at identifying mindsets that hinder successful career contributions that are debilitating to high-performing organizations and people. She helps others climb out of restrictive environments and helps set people and organizations onto a path that causes excitement and passion. As a speaker, she imparts wisdom and wit to her audience while sharing a unique viewpoint of leadership development, influence, and engagement that propels others out of the career rut.

In 2020, she founded EBONY-OPOLY, LLC and launched the first of many board games designed to instill a passion for history, wealth-building skills, and family fun for Black Americans. The game provides an interactive experience set in the Reconstruction Era. Alicia is on the Board of Directors for Covenant Daughters International Ministries and is actively mentoring the next generation of female leaders who have the mandate to transform their spheres of influence, communities, and families. She produces a show that airs on the Covenant Daughter network - WLPC.TV, ROKU, AppleTV, and Amazon.

In today’s episode, we will be looking at the importance of being authentic in leading self and others. We will also discuss more on the importance of positive feedback and also why leaders should always prepare before going in for meetings.

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I have been in the medical device field for about 30 years and I have been involved in many companies and many levels of the organization. [2:48]
My own business, ‘Beyond the Limitations’ was formed in that challenge of trying to move from one level to the next within companies. [3:01]
In this day of Covid, we are all separated from one another and so leadership becomes more than just something that happens just because I am your boss. [3:58]
As a leader, I have to influence, inspire, motivate and facilitate change for the benefit of the organization. [4:11]
I started a company called Ebony-opoly in 2020. [4:22]
In the cracks of adversity and challenging year, the things that are going to rise to the potential are great ideas that help benefit not just yourself but others in society as well. [4:35]
Ebony-opoly was born out of that desire to help African Americans understand their history and be able to respond to difficulties with knowledge and insight that will help elevate rather than continuing a downward cycle. [4:54]
We sort out to create a game that brought out a lot of insight and knowledge about how African Americans were able to overcome adversity in the reconstruction era and to be successful in starting their businesses and to excel. [5:16]
Entrepreneurs are those that find solutions in adversity. [6:31]
Entrepreneurs try to find what it is that would change a situation. [6:53]
We know that one of the challenges of African Americans is the depth of really understanding who we are as a people and the contributions we have made to America. [6:58]
Part of a solution was, awareness and understanding and the ability to be proud of your history. [7:24]
We are finding that it is not just African Americans that want to know their history, other nationalities want to know about our history too. [8:38]
We are seeing this as an opportunity to build up one segment of the population to educate another and hopefully somewhere understanding there will be a bridge [8:47]
The basis of our society and business is trust. [9:53]
I believe there is so much good in people and so the more we understand and see the good in each other the more the difficulties and challenges get balanced out. [10:07]
The more I am authentic with myself the more I understand who I am as well as what drives and challenges me and the more I can communicate that to people I work with. [12:24]
Everyone wants to be successful, do well and hear positive things about themselves and how they can contribute to the goal of the organization. [14:49]
For a leader, feedback is an excellent tool. [15:05]
Commercial break. [16:40]
I have learned the value of honest and effective communication. [18:50]
Communication in itself is one thing, but what are you trying to communicate? [19:00]
People rarely contemplate why they are showing up, what their objectives are or what it is that would benefit them, the client, and the engagement [19:25]
Know why you are doing what you are doing and be able to communicate your intentions, desires, and expectations. [19:45]
The ability to succinctly share, layout expectations, to determine if people and yourself are meeting those expectations are the skills set for this post-pandemic environment that we are in. [20:15]
If you do not care about what you are doing, the people, or the products, find another place that you care about, because it is going to show. [20:40]
Businesses should train their leaders to function not only when they are in the room together but also in a hybrid combination. [23:50]
It is going to take another level of skill and consideration to make sure that the whole room is engaged. [24:03]
The first few minutes in the morning instead of rolling out of bed and just jumping into the day, I spend the time reflecting on yesterday. [27:32]
Have a plan and an idea of the challenges that are facing you and how you may want to attack them. [28:05]
Take the time to positively reflect on yourself, where you want to go, and what you need to fix and making that an aspect of your everyday. [28:18]

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“As a leader, no matter where you are, you must have boundaries and be clear about what is okay.” Jennifer Chapman

The lack of boundaries at the workplace has been identified to be among the primary root cause of burnout among leaders. The dilemma that most leaders face, therefore, is how can they establish healthy boundaries at work? Our guest today, Jennifer Chapman, advocates for leaders to set healthy boundaries by identifying their areas of interest and delegating all other tasks for better productivity and increased engagement with their teams.

Jennifer Chapman used to be a workaholic, known as the go-to person for getting things done and managing the most difficult clients at a Fortune 500 consulting firm. She thrived in challenging situations, proving to others time and time again that she was invincible. Eventually, Jennifer’s mental and physical health began to suffer, so she decided to create a new professional and personal life that aligned with what she valued most. She created the job she wants and a new independent confidence, and she continues to bring her authentic self into all of her work. She is more successful—in terms of happiness, financial security, and her ability to help others— than she has ever been.

Today, Jennifer is an expert leadership coach, working with STEM managers and leaders who want to increase productivity and performance by strengthening their confidence and people skills. When Jennifer isn’t developing the next generation of influential leaders, she can be found spending time with her husband and five children and hitting the trails with their beloved dog!

In today’s episode, our guest will talk about the benefits of delegation in leadership. She will also shed more light on why setting boundaries in leadership is ideal and how managers can learn to let go.

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I have lived in a bunch of different places and I am a mum to two biological kids and three awesome step kids. [4:00]
I have a lot of accountability to myself and to others to make sure I am taking good care of myself. [5:14]
I left the consulting firm I was working for on leap day and the first year and a half was super scary. [11:24]
When I was at the consulting firm, I had the opportunity to work at a scientific organization as a consultant, onsite for three years. [6:10]
I noticed that I enjoyed working with all these different kinds of scientists. [6:24]
I have a gift of showing those with a more scientific, data-driven, task-focused mindset why paying attention to the people side of things is going to help them and their bottom line. [6:53]
I am also married to a mechanical engineer, and it has been a great partnership. [7:11]
If you keep hanging on to responsibilities and you don’t shift what your perspective is as you move up in an organization you will burn out. [9:42]
I often have my clients organize their duties and responsibilities into tasks that energize them and those that deplete them of their energy. [10:15]
They then delegate the things that drain them to get as many of those things off their plates then they are left with the work that they love. [10:28]
I love to find out from my specific clients where the breakdown is happening to help them personally to get to a place where they feel confident delegating and making room for the work they love to be doing. [11:26]
One thing to keep in mind is whatever you say yes to, you are saying no to a whole bunch of other things, and the opposite is true. [13:10]
I find it easier for stem leaders to let go when they can keep their minds focused on what it is that they want and whether the things they are doing are going to have more of it. [13:34]
In my previous position, I was often asked by the people above me who my second team was and which people I was training to take my place so that when I get promoted, there would be someone to take the lead. [14:35]
In the science industry and tech industry, there is usually one right way to get from point A to point B, yet it is not that way all the time in other things. [15:33]
If you think more about what needs to get done instead of how it needs to get done, you will be able to empower your direct reports with so much more autonomy. [15:50]
As they have those experiences their confidence increases and they are grateful to you for giving them the experiences. [16:05]
Commercial Break. [16:38]
When the intelligence and accomplishments of applicants are the same when deciding to offer someone a position, the soft skills or people skills will be the differentiator. [19:20]
A lot of people who have gotten ahead in their career without worrying about it are realizing that to be competitive and be employed, they have to stop and think about it. [19:34]
I work with clients to help them be clear about what is theirs to own and what is not theirs to own. [23:45]
You’re the leader and guide, but it is not entirely up to you to make everybody this perfect person that a lot of people never become. [27:19]
As a leader, no matter where you are, you must have boundaries and be clear about what is okay. [28:25]
Before you chastise your direct reports for not having good enough boundaries and avoiding burnout, look at your behaviors and ask yourself if you are modeling what you are asking them to do. [31:20]

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“You as the owner and leader of your business, you get exactly the culture, vibe, and company that you deserve” Bryan Clayton

Every entrepreneur has a unique account of how their entrepreneurship journey unfolds. There are however very key similarities in all these stories among them being resilience and continuous transformation. Our guest today, Bryan Clayton is a seasoned entrepreneur and leader in his own right. He shares with us his unique journey to business success and insists on the importance of factoring in people aspect in your transformation plan.

Bryan Clayton is the CEO and co-founder of GreenPal, an online marketplace that connects homeowners with local lawn care professionals. GreenPal has been called the“Uber for lawn care” by Entrepreneur magazine and has over 100,000 active users completing thousands of transactions per day. Before starting GreenPal, Bryan Clayton founded Peachtree Inc., one of the largest landscaping companies in the state of Tennessee growing it to over $10 million a year in annual revenue before it was acquired by Lusa holdings in 2013. Bryan‘s interest and expertise are related to entrepreneurialism, small business growth, marketing, and bootstrapping businesses from zero revenue to profitability and exit.

In today’s episode, our guest will be giving us practical and key leadership lessons and tips that are instrumental in running successful businesses and which listeners and viewers will find insightful.

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I am the CEO, co-founder of Greenpal and I have been at this company for 8 years, with several hundreds of thousands of customers using the app to get their grass cut and doing $20 Million a year in revenue. [3:08]
Before Greenpal I had a landscaping company that I grew from just me and a push mower to 150 employees which got in $10 million a year in revenue over 15 years. [3:29]
I was able to get the business acquired which doesn’t happen so often in the landscaping industry. [3:42]
Growing that first business I learned a lot about how to grow and scale a business, leadership, how to become a good leader, and how to get people rallied around what the objective is and getting them to want to come to work every day. [3:47]
I applied everything I learned in the first fifteen years of business into the second company which is a tech company. [4:20]
One thing I have learned, is that business can cause you as the founder or owner to be a better leader. [4:41]
You are constantly going to be evolving every so often and that means that you are doing things right. [5:07]
One of the growing periods I went through and I was a terrible leader and boss and I had to evolve and grow. [6:27]
You as the owner and leader of your business, get exactly the culture, vibe, and company that you deserve. [7:10]
That was a tough pill to swallow but was one that I had to learn the hard way [7:34]
I decided that I was going to make it fun again. [7:46]
I tried to align the company’s success with what my people wanted in their life. [8:07]
I started a program where we were giving out interest-free loans, and as the staff grew in number, the program ballooned and became the why behind what the whole company did. [8:20]
It galvanized the whole team into one solidary force where key things like quality and timeliness took care of themselves. [9:33]
The reason why the business was able to be sold is that we had a good culture and low employee turnover [9:54]
When the leader tries to fix culture, it’s got to be actionable, practical, and real. [12:20]
There was a big gap between my previous company and the current company that I did not understand. [14:28]
I believed that starting a software-based company would be easier than what I was previously doing but I was so wrong. [15:02]
I recruited two co-founders who were as relentless and hardworking as I tried to be and I could tell that they wanted something more out of life. [15:10]
With Greenpal everything was new and it was difficult forging my way through the unknown. [16:01]
It took us three years to build what we believed Greenpal should be while teaching ourselves software development as well as marketing and distribution of the software. [16:21]
With putting in the time and hard work we started to see evidence of it working and started bringing specialists and people that were better at the roles than we were and build a team. [17:02]
Now we have a team of twenty-five people and most are smarter than me. [17:14]
It is a fun thing to build a business where you walk in and most of the people are smarter than you. [17:20]
It has been 8 years in the business and I am glad that I did not give up because it has all been worth it. [17:40]
You have to do interesting things in your life to live an interesting life. [18:51]
My business is the storyline of my life and if it weren’t for the ups and downs, it wouldn’t be as interesting. [18:59]
Commercial Break. [19:35]
If you are going through a crisis, then don’t nibble at it. It is not happening to you but for you and maybe 5 years or less from now, you will be glad this happened. [21:46]
A lot of times as leaders, the easiest mistake we always make is holding on to B, C, D players when we need to flash that out and get lean. [22:18]
When you are a founder of a small business of between 15 -20 people, you have to be good at both. [25:10]
It is constantly being aware of the difference between a good manager and a good leader. [26:18]

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“Communicating is the most essential piece in successful change and transformation.” Marcus Kirsch

Organizations have always been faced with complexities that have negatively affected how things get done. The belief by most leaders that technology can solve these complexities and enhance productivity has led to many organizations spending a lot of resources to acquire the latest technology, only for the solution to fail in meeting the expectations. However, research continues to show that the people factor is the key to solving these complexities. Today, our guest, Marcus Kirsch, has been working with organizations to address these complexities and believes that the problem can be addressed only if the focus is shifted to consider people aspects when building organizational designs.

A Royal College of Art alumni and ex-MIT Media Lab Europe researcher, Marcus Kirsch has worked as a transformation, service design, and innovation specialist for over twenty years. With project experience for companies like British Telecom, GlaxoSmithKline, Kraft, McDonald's, Nationwide, Nissan, Science Museum, P&G, Telekom Italia, and many others, he believes that we need a new narrative, mindset, and way of working to align ourselves with what society needs today. When Marcus is not hard at work, he is a mediocre indoor climber, movie nerd, and maker. He currently resides in London, UK. The Wicked Company is Marcus's first book.

In today’s episode, our guest will be discussing the people factor, which not only entails those within the organizations but customers as well. He will also use real-life examples to discuss the importance of communication when leading teams to enhance effectiveness.

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My background is in art, innovation, and tech, and I have moved over the last twenty years from getting my hands dirty working for a variety of clients and companies to getting more interested in building the context for that kind of work to be able to happen. [2:03]
When you work in innovation or are in a creative area, you see a lot of ideas that never come to fruition, and sometimes that has to do with the organization itself. [2:23]
I started to focus on the people aspect of things, and what it actually needs for organizations to thrive and create more value, so I moved into management consulting, and that is what I do today. [2:44]
When creating things, the people aspect is the more complex aspect, and what I am focused on is the teams who create those things and the leaders who enable them [4:17]
I had looked at the complexity of creating things and the challenge this has for many years [4:40]
I found the idea of the wicked problem identified back in the 60s as the problem of urban planning was being solved [4:58]
Most of today’s problems in social media, services products around people keep evolving because people keep reacting to it. [5:50]
I looked back at how organizations function and realized that this is probably one of the main reasons why a lot of IT investments and investment in change and transformation just doesn’t work [6:05]
The big part is a lot of things we can't quite measure but only check effects which is a lot of emotional aspects around technology behavior and change. [6:42]
There are interesting new practices out there like service design and behavioral science, which start looking at those aspects as major drivers for things like sales, customer reactions, and how teams are built and thrive. [6:54]
When we look at the research on change and transformation projects, and we see they have failed to significantly deliver on proposed value, then we know it is not working. [8:08]
It is nearly an industry in crisis, and the crisis is there because both leadership and people themselves have been organizationally trained not to look at the people aspects. [8:24]
It has never been easier and cheaper to go out and talk to customers or people in the workplace, so there is no excuse anymore for organizations not to do this. [13:27]
However, often the echo of the hierarchy is strong, and therefore it still happens, and therefore that is one of the things which we have to let go. [13:48]
That naturally moves us to a shift of governance and decision making and who we ask. [14:00]
You have to go out and ask questions not to just make things better for people but to identify crucial things that have been missed out. [18:15]
One of the principles we adopt when we go into projects is to treat everything as an assumption. [19:17]
Commercial Break [22:50]
Communicating is the most essential piece in successful change and transformation [24:12]
50 % of successful transformation is about communicating, clarity, and admitting that you don't know everything but being clear enough with the vision [24:20]
It is odd to look back 20 years where we were having leaders that tended to be at a higher age and were less familiar with digital than the younger crowd who grew into it; there was less literacy than a digital one [24:42]
It is important for leaders to understand that they don’t have all the answers and should allow the people who work for them to more heavily contribute which then pushes a different mode of governance. [26:25]
Acknowledging that you are biased and having your teams being able to question what priority you are setting on certain business values or how to achieve them is important. [27:39]
Bringing all the language between the different functions together so that they can communicate to each other because if they cannot communicate, then you cannot compare or even have a conversation and therefore can't make a decision. [28:06]
This where you want to get to the top and bottom levels of leadership and even, to some extent, include the customer in the process [28:27]
Sometimes you find the companies or brands have already moved together but oddly enough find that the teams in the organization and leadership are not together. [28:40]
If the top-level and teams are talking the same language, you can have knowledge transfers that are of major benefits to the organization. [29:55]
I like simple, practical things and enjoy what people can do, and they can do it when they communicate best together. [33:45]
The first few steps are exponentially more important than anything after because anything after increases the cost exponentially if gotten wrong. [36:35]
Don't glorify busy; take the time to step back and ask why [38:50]
The risk that organizations are taking by overproducing is dangerous and therefore doesn’t glorify busy but rather give people time to work nine to five. [39:15]

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"If you reach this place of peace and harmony in your life, then whatever you are up to in your business will be directly impacted and will be a direct reflection of your internal state.” Sophie McClean

The concept of self-awareness may sound simple and straightforward, but most people find it difficult to practice it. The importance of practicing self-awareness is, however, critical and most especially for leaders since it determines how efficient they are in leading and winning others. This is according to our guest today, Sophie McClean, who believes that there is limitless power in self-awareness.

Sophie McLean's mission is to contribute to the creation of a new culture for humankind, or the shift from Homo Sapiens to Homo Spiritus, as Dr. David Hawkins so beautifully wrote. Born in Algeria, educated in Morocco and France, with a professional career in the USA and UK, Sophie has led an eventful life. She has been a helicopter pilot, a teacher, a designer, a relief worker, a war refugee, a CEO, and served as a United Nations representative on The Commission on the Status of Women's Hunger Project. She has been shot at, shipwrecked, and widowed. She has lived on a farm, a boat, a penthouse, and in an ashram.

As a wisdom teacher, Sophie has spent decades leading transformational seminars to over 80,000 people around the world, of all ethnicities, ages, religions, and social backgrounds – all engaged with the universal existential questions of "Who and what am I?" and "What is my life about?" Her seminar and podcast topics span both human and metaphysical dimensions – exposing and deconstructing the automatic ego, consciousness, freedom, love, stress, anxiety, fear, relationships, health, sex, money, ownership, leadership, spirituality, creation and evolution, the feminine and the masculine, responsibility, and making an effective, actionable difference in the world.

Sophie engages people in a rigorous review of their life and systematically questioning their conclusions on the basis that without examining our network of ideas, beliefs, social and cultural judgments, and our assumptions about the world, those are transformed into constraints. Her interest is in the nature of what it means to be human.

In today's episode, we will be diving into the world of self-awareness to discuss the importance of stepping back and slowing down to first understand the self before stepping out to lead people. Our guest will as well be telling us why she believes that non-attachment is a great quality when it comes to effective leadership.

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I have always had this impulse of leading an extraordinary life. [2:37]
One of the biggest risks for me is to examine who we are as human beings and to elevate our consciousness constantly. [2:55]
I moved back to New York in 2019 and started a business called access to awareness, and I was committed to giving the gift of awareness to people. [3:44]
Everyone has that gift but has not practiced and realized that awareness is the ultimate power [4:03]
It is all about examining what your life is all about, who you are, your mission and what you want to accomplish. [4:34]
If you reach this place of peace and harmony in your life, then whatever you are up to in your business will be directly impacted and will be a direct reflection of your internal state [6:40]
Many people at the beginning of the pandemic were telling me they can't wait to go back to the way things were before the pandemic, but now they are saying they don't want to go back but move forward. [7:03]
That is the evolution of human consciousness from Homo Sapiens to Homo Spiritus. [7:16]
There is pain, fear, and anxiety, but the faster we dive into that shift, the quicker the pain will disappear. [8:10]
If we resist and try to hold into what we had, then the suffering becomes more intense. [8:28]
The question in my mind, which I don't have the answer to, is how much light needs to be shone on how many things before we shift our consciousness. [10:07]
If you hold a context that it is all perfect and fall in love with reality, and you are able to dance with whatever the symphony of life is, then you will be able to weather it well. [11:01]
There are two kinetic energies in elevating self, and one is the space of love while the other one is suffering. [12:55]
The problem is, if we look at the history of humankind, we have always elevated ourselves through suffering. [13:12]
The possibility of practicing awareness as a way of being is to not go to the suffering before you are awake. [13:37]
Before the pandemic, we were so busy, and there was so much noise that we never took the time to slow down. [16:16]
Mostly with leaders, the first thing I have to do is teach them to slow down and having them see it as a pleasurable, worthwhile, useful, and life-giving distinction. [16:35]
Commercial Break [17:51]
When I started my business two years ago, I was by myself; I experienced a kind of force field where the business was pulling me to do things the way everybody else was trying to do. [19:36]
I can't do everything like everybody else and be unique; that is by definition not possible. [20:08]
When you bring awareness and realize that there is this world of agreement and that if you start into it, you will disappear into it, then you need to stand [20:41]
The only way I am going to deal with this force field while not giving up on my business would be standing right there in my commitment and what I want to produce. [21:32]
You need to give up doubts, guilt and give up attachment [21:45]
Non- attachment is great for leadership because then you are free, which allows for self-expression, listening, communication, and risk-taking. [23:22]
The universal rule is you always reap what you sow [25:50]
If you are attached, you literally tie yourself somewhere, and you can't move. [26:00]

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“It is important to let people know that they matter, what they do for the company matters and giving them transparency on the impact that they have on the business.” Stephan Thieringer

People are constantly faced with expectations from their environment which most often makes them feel pressured and as a result anxious. The pandemic has further catalyzed the situation considering the highly paced change and complexities that have arisen due to the crisis. This has resulted in many leaders pausing to reflect on how they can better lead to attain greater success as well as fulfillment. One of the ways they can bring purpose in practice is through embracing the human factor in their engagements with their people. Our guest today; Stephan Thieringer, believes that relationships should be built in accordance with human needs.

Stephan K Thieringer is a Business Thinker, Innovation Strategist, and Executive Coach. His recent company, The Human Innovation Garage, is a leading coaching and advisory firm, working at the critical intersection of talent and business. Stephan has been recognized by the WHRC and WCC as a 2020 World’s 101 Top Coaching Leader and received various other global and national accolades. Stephan is passionate about inspiring people and transforming organizations and the culture of organizations.

As a serial entrepreneur with many disappointments and failures and some successes, Stephan is passionate about reminding people of the human factor and creating a space for high performance buy being and living. Stephan has keynoted events around the world, engaged deeply in education technology and education impact, and equal access. He serves on several company boards, is an angel investor in over a dozen companies, and recently became a shareholder in a football club [soccer]. Stephan is originally from Stuttgart, Germany, and resides currently in Boston MA.

In today’s episode, Stephan discusses the concept of humanity and why it should be embraced by every leader when they are interacting and building relationships with their people.

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Human Innovation Garage is my company name and it explains what we do and also what we stand for in philosophy and value. [4:15]
The factor of Human in humanity includes everything from humility to humanity and if we look at human beings and who we are on an individual basis, we can all find brilliance within us. [4:30]
If we as human beings start looking at all the inherent brilliant pieces that we have and assemble them differently and be more tolerant and understanding of each other, it can be an important component of building a high-performance culture. [5:20]
The third piece is ‘Garage’, whereby normally a garage has its tools, processes, structures, and procedures. [5:48]
People need to have structure, what I like to call rituals and habituations. [6:00]
One of the biggest pieces we miss and don’t talk enough about and companies are also afraid to talk about particularly after 2020 is trust. [9:02]
From a very young age, we are very much a product of our surroundings. [9:34]
What is fascinating to me in the work I do and I have done with people is the realization that everybody has the same issues. [10:05]
The reason people are afraid to engage is the lack of clarity of what is the result for them because nobody gives them any kind of resources to draw that avatar of themselves. [10:40]
A trigger is ultimately the awareness of what is happening in the moment of a given situation that a person is in. [11:28]
When we give a keynote, we are not saying anything new but the way we phrase it hits somebody. [12:32]
If there is something that you can connect with, it becomes real and meaningful and its absence makes people not engage. [12:50]
When I work with organizations on how they give each other feedback, it’s more about how they clarify what they need and to what extent. [15:43]
When it comes to relationships, it is not about ‘I need you to do,’ but rather it is about, ‘when you do it makes me feel,’ and this allows people to respond. [15:58]
Tools are not just big box with hammer and nail and screwdriver but also is the structure and model of an empathetic conversation or clarifying information. [16:07]
Work-life balance does not exist anymore, but rather work-life integration. [16:50]
There is a traditionalist approach to micromanagement because my generation is used to having people in the organization, which makes us feel good. [17:08]
We need to understand that there are five generations in the workforce, where the latest two are very comfortable working remotely. [17:38]
The problem is that the people who manage them are not comfortable with the mode of working remotely. That is however not the way it is going to work. [18:02]
I work with senior executives to find a way to help them not be triggered by the demands they are not comfortable with to ensure responsiveness, inspiration and that they will be willing to do much more than is required of them. [18:30]
The unfortunate part is that CEOs almost need to permit employees to exercise self-care. [20:48]
Trust is built by knowing that you care about me and my wellbeing. [21:03]
Commercial break. [21:21]
We have a lot of people who are actively disengaged where they choose not to do what they are asked by conscious choice. [27:20]
It is important to let people know that they matter, what they do for the company matters, and giving them transparency on the impact that they have on the business. [27:35]
Job fit and boss fit are the top reasons why people leave companies. [28:20]
We did a survey which indicated that close to 70 percent of people who are employees said that their bosses were not managing them effectively. [28:32]
What that says is that we don’t build relationships in accordance with what human beings need. [29:15]
There are four E's in our lives and they are all fundamentally different which include Education Emotional, Experience, and Expertise. [32:40]
If I accept that whatever perspective you are sharing comes from the 4 E's that are relevant to you, and I share from those that are relevant to me, there is absolutely no doubt that the perspectives will be fundamentally different. [33:06]
It allows me to make space for that and inquire and shut down the judgment and dismissal. [33:26]
When we talk about humans, the first human we need to talk about is ourselves. [35:56]
When you think about the ‘if’ turn it into a ‘when’, and the when will become a commitment and becomes the requirement for you to make a strategy on how to get there. [36:06]

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"A rising tide sails all boats" Tracy Lamourie

Public relations is often viewed to be a necessity for only specific and limited entities and individuals. However, according to our guest today, Tracy Lamourie, this belief is not accurate whereby she believes that PR is for everyone regardless of where you are and what you do in life. If done correctly, Tracy believes that people can take advantage of the opportunities to build their brands and elevate themselves positively.

Tracy Lamourie is a high-profile international award-winning publicist and the Founder and Managing Director of Lamourie Media Inc., which is a Universal Women's Network 2020 Woman of Inspiration Winner for the Women In Media award. She is also the author of the upcoming book GET REPPED - Build Your Brand With Effective Public and Media Relations. Tracy is passionate about amplifying important messages and being a voice for those who most need one. She has been recognized by media around the world for her 20-year campaign that ultimately helped free an innocent man from death row and for her work of getting clients major media attention and for her local community work. She is the winner of the FIRST PLACE PLATINUM award Hamilton Spectator for PR and also a frequent guest on TV, radio, and high-profile podcasts around the world on topics of leadership, empowerment, and entrepreneurship as well as all aspects of media and public relations. She is a 2020 RBC Women of Influence Nominee and was recently nominated for the internationally prestigious 2020 Tällberg/Eliasson Global Leadership Award.

In today's episode, our guest will be discussing on why you should be considering giving more positive attention to your image and how to do it through a PR agent. She will also highlight the importance of fostering good relationships even as you put yourself out there as a leader.

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People hear PR and think it is about celebrities or politicians who might need some spin-doctoring. [1:49]
My job is to elevate and celebrate what people are doing, whether it is creative people, celebrities, or entrepreneurs [2:05]
No matter what you do, there are media opportunities for you not just in your industry, but also in the mainstream. [2:32]
New entrepreneurs can access the PR options as long they understand a few key things that help you build bridges [3:02]
A lot of people are great at what they do but don't think of themselves as potentially being in media or winning awards [5:28]
The people who appear in media and win awards probably knew about how to go about it, or they had a publicist who put them out there [5:44]
Being featured in media elevates your brand by improving your SEO, gives you an advantage over your competitors and attracts customers as well as excites your current customers [7:07]
Finding an experienced PR person helps simplify the work, which would typically take a lot of time [9:50]
Commercial break [11:48]
What I guarantee my clients is my excellent work, my contacts, and my connections. [13:02]
There is nothing wrong with celebrating your accomplishments and talking about them. [4:52]
There is a difference between arrogance and confidence. Arrogance has a smirk and confidence has a smile. [15:05]
Find opportunities to elevate other people [16:30]
If you have good people and you do well to them, they also do good to you. [18:46]
It is all about relationships and lifting people up. [21:09]
So be kind to people regardless of the position they are in. [21:15]
It doesn't matter what you do; there are media for you. [22:25]
I am a bigger critic of my work than you are. [23:25]
We did not get this far only to get this far, we can keep going, and there is more to go. [23:51]

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“You need to connect your team’s personal desire and growth with how the company gets them there.” Ken Lundin

When it comes to sales, the focus of the majority of leaders is on hitting the numbers. There is, however, far much more that sales is about, as we shall learn from our guest today, Ken Lundin. With businesses facing new complexities due to the pandemic, Ken believes that to succeed, leaders have to review how they and their teams operate and be more deliberate in ensuring that their strategies are aligned with the current realities.

Ken Lundin is the founder of Ken Lundin & Associates and creator of the Sales Alpha Roadmap. He found his mission while standing on his front lawn in Atlanta in 2011 when he learned from the people who had purchased it that the bank had sold his house. With his business – and the last six years of his life - up in smoke, he took a mid-level sales position and over the next two years was offered two promotions attaining the role of SVP of Sales within two years. With his unique perspective on thriving during difficult times and his considerable sales understanding, he soon became a consultant in order to bring his systematic process to other companies, helping them adapt to complex changes and to thrive in uncertain times

Undoubtedly, sales are much harder to come by in the "new normal" of the COVID era. On average, companies have less than 25% of their sales staff meeting quotas successfully. However, Ken's process is rooted in an understanding that it may be unusual today's difficulties are not unique. Businesses always have and will always need to pivot how they connect with and sell to their customers as times change, and, with this need in mind as well as a keen awareness of what exactly is at stake for entrepreneurs, Ken is a man on a mission - and a man with a proven track record – to help businesses adapt and grow their sales in any market environment.

In today’s episode, we will learn more about why positioning yourself in the new environment is essential for sustainability and discuss the dynamics of leading a sales team in the current operating environment.

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I own a sales and advisory company for B2B companies, and our goal is to break that traditional ineffective sales consulting model. [3:10]
I am also working out on being a fitness junkie who gets to see the sunset from every continent. [3:20]
Sometimes the hard part is realizing what broken looks like because we are so invested in the things we have built. [5:00]
We can clearly identify that during the pandemic, it was a difficult time for many companies while others flourished. [5:20]
As we are coming out of the pandemic, we see more companies start to pick up. [5:33]
However, it is not sustainable because the world has moved [5:40]
We have to find more objective ways rather than settling for the euphoria of hitting numbers [6:14]
If you haven’t changed the way you map your positioning to your client base and the outcomes you are trying to achieve, you will become commoditized. [8:08]
What are you doing to change the way that your market perceives the value that you offer? [8:56]
If it is business as usual like it was eighteen months ago, you better rethink it. [9:01]
Most managers and leaders struggled to manage and lead when they had to do it traditionally. [15:00]
The hybrid model is going to be a challenge for leadership [15:40]
The leadership at all levels has to model the behavior they expect from their employees to have some consistency. [15:47]
Commercial Break [16:05]
Being a leader, especially in a sales team, is an interesting mix. [16:48]
Salespeople tend to think that they can make a decision about how they spend their time, and leaders like it when they do. [17:42]
Effective management in sales is providing your team with the pathway to exercise their individual initiatives and abilities [18:42]
We, however, have to put the guard rails in so that they understand what the job is and what the expectations are, what success is and what accountability looks like. [18:52]
As a leader, you must ask yourself whether your sellers understand specifically what is required of them that is not quota matters. [19:09]
You establish future leaders by having an unwavering belief in their ability and then back up the fact that you believe that they are capable of so much more than they think they are with a structure and accountability to allow them to accomplish things that they thought they could. [20:03]
The more time you spend being reactive, the less time you have being proactive, the more likely you are to see outcomes that you don't have control over. [22:53]
You need to connect their personal desire and growth with how the company gets them there. [26:41]
When the two don’t fit, it is time for the individual to leave. [27:05]
We did not have very good relationships with people when we were seeing them in person, and the relationships have become even more superficial with people working remotely. [28:49]
If you cannot position your company in a manner that helps people meet their needs, be prepared for turnover. [29:30]
Now is more important than ever to manage, coach, and lead your teams, to understand where they are coming from and to tie into what their personal wins look like, where they are trying to go with their lives, and how your company facilitates that. [32:25]

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“We can’t change the whole world, but we can make our little corner slightly better, and that is what we are doing.” Meaghan Hurn

Publishing a book is considered to be one of the most significant steps towards becoming an author. This journey is not such a glamorous affair and entails long periods of hard work that require continuous collaboration from both the author and the publisher. Most writers sometimes end up frustrated with the process, but it doesn’t have to be so. This is according to our guest today, Meaghan Hurn, who believes that authors can be able to publish their books without going through all the frustrations that come with the process if only they know and understand their options in publishing.

Meaghan Hurn is the Founder and CEO of Hurn Publications, an Independent Publishing House that’s both collaborative with its authors and innovative in how it approaches the process of bringing books to life. Meaghan is big on giving back to the writing community outside of those who publish with Hurn Publications, and you’ll find on their website that they host Indie/Self-Pub Authors to help get the word out about their book. Meaghan supports the ProLiteracy Campaign to help adults learn to read and work their way out of poverty, and proceeds of the Hurn Publications online sales are donated to the program.

Hurn Publications operates with the belief that authors should be able to make a living at writing and selling books and has a hands-on approach in the pre and post-publication process with its authors. It’s actively trying to change the way the industry operates positively and sustainably. Hurn Publications has published works for HBO and has received awards and nominations from Writer’s Digest, Cohan, NY Times, and Publisher’s Weekly to start.

Additionally, Meaghan supports SoldiersAngels.org and has helped send over 50,000 packages to deployed military members during 2020 and continues to do so. In 2019 and into 2020, Hurn Publications developed the Princess Like Me and Prince Like Me Campaigns, a new approach to printing children’s books that allows all children from every ethnic background to find themselves the hero of the story.

In today’s episode, my guest will discuss the publishing options available to authors and why they should be making space for themselves to ask questions and understand the contracts they are given before committing to publishers.

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We work hard for others [4:05]
We take a traditional approach as Indie publisher and we make it as collaborative as possible. [4:09]
The collaborative part is that I know every single one of my authors and they know me. [4:28]
They are part of this journey, and we never take it from them but we do it with them. [4:31]
If they have an idea, we bring it in because we are humans and not robots and therefore there is no way for us to know every single answer. [4:56]
Our authors come up with really cool things because who better know their book than the person who wrote it. [5:06]
We work really hard to make sure our contracts are author-friendly. [6:42]
One of the tips I have for leaders is to make space for themselves and authors should do that for themselves as well. [7:06]
Authors do have more choices but I don’t think they know it [7:53]
There is a lot you can do and don’t have to take the contract that you have been given [8:06]
When you come across more traditional offers, that advance, is more like a loan because your book has to pay that money back. [11:13]
I am hoping that more publishers will try and make it fairer. [11:46]
Our royalty rates are higher and they start out almost at their maximum. [12:02]
Most authors don’t know that they can negotiate or don’t have the confidence to take up that space for themselves and ask for more so we go ahead and do that for them. [12:10]
I have never met a business that can do it with just one person. [13:43]
It always seems that it is an overnight success but it isn't. It is years of work. [14:30]
Commercial Break [15:50]
I had to learn that while I don’t think I am intimidating, other people can think I am, so I have to give them the power to take up space for themselves. [17:00]
I let them know that they are not required to be right all the time. [17:11]
What we have had to deal with in 2020 is constant learning and being okay with change. This is hard for a lot of people sometimes more personal than it is in business. [19:07]
Schedule your day for when your brain is on fire. [24:06]

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“You have never been qualified as you are today to start a business,” Max Borges

When in business, focusing on what you are good at and ensuring you have a great team is vital for growth and sustainability. Today, our guest Max Borges has the first-hand experience of running a business and insists that success is inevitable when people focus on doing what they are best at and surround themselves with people who can do things better.

Max Borges is an entrepreneur who in 2002 founded the Max Borges Agency – a tech-focused public relations firm. By studying the habits of business and strategy icons, he built his agency to more than 50 employees and $10 million a year in revenue. Max is also a tech investor, author of How To Be Fan-Fucking-Tastic! and host of the Unconventional Genius Podcast. Max lives in Miami Beach with his wife and three children and listens to heavy metal.

In today’s episode, our guest will discuss the importance of leaders focusing on their strengths when running their businesses and why it is crucial to eliminate any limiting beliefs and practices that hinder leaders from thriving.

You can find his book: How To Be Fan-fcking-tastic!: Practical advice on how to stop sucking at life and start being Fan-fcking-tastic!- https://amzn.to/3vwPJhJ

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19 years ago, a company offered me a freelance gig which I took but only took me four hours a day. [2:52]
I got another freelance gig and rented a small office and hired some part-time help and then continued getting more clients and then slowly stepped it up. [3:18]
I felt I needed to make money while I can, and I have since made money for the last 19 years straight. [4:25]
For the first four years, we did any kind of marketing work we could get. [4:42]
After four years with ten employees and a million dollars in revenue, I realized I was stuck with too much and couldn’t grow. [4:55]
I had to figure out how I could scale the business. [5:21]
I read three books that all had a similar message: figuring out what you could be the best at. [5:27]
I made a list of all my happy clients and who did not require me to get involved and that my employees were handling without my input. [5:45]
I also made a list of my clients that were sucking me in and was requiring me to get involved. [5:58]
What I realized is, fortunately, the first list was about 70 percent of our business were consumer tech clients that we were doing media relations for. [6:09]
The other 30 percent were clients we were doing everything else for but took 90 percent of my time. [6:20]
I realized if I just did consumer tech relations, I’d have almost nothing to do, which would then free me up to work on my business and not in my business. [6:26]
I was nervous because I was not sure it was the right decision but that year we grew 74 percent and continued growing over the subsequent years. [6:50]
It got easier to run the business because now I got to do more business-building activities instead of business operating activities. [7:31]
You also have to focus on hiring great people that can focus on doing some things better than you. [9:18]
The most important thing you can do if you are building any professional firm where you are selling expertise is to commit and dedicate the time to hiring and developing great people. [9:47]
It is also essential that you believe in people’s potential, and I believe that people have far greater potential than they realize. [12:00]
I spent a couple of years collecting quotes which I published into a book, and so far, the response has been great. [14:23]
One of the quotes is, “It is never too late to start something great”. [16:30]
Many people think they have to start a business when they are eighteen or nineteen, but a lot of people start their business later in life. [16:40]
Commercial Break [19:05]
One of the quotes I have in my book is “life is an open book test”. [19:54]
In real life, we are constantly being tested, but we always have the resources to tap into in real-time whenever we want to. [20:23]
It also crucial that we surround ourselves with people who are experts in various fields who I can turn to for mentorship. [20:54]
It is not about what you know; it is about what you can figure out quickly. [21:35]
Rocket science is not rocket science anymore. [22:07]
Another one of my favorite quotes is, “don’t follow rules that don’t exist”. [23:32]
There are so many things that we do because we think it is a rule, but it is not really a rule. [24:17]
People are not afraid of failure; they are scared of humiliation and that people will laugh at them. [27:25]
We must do things that challenge us to strengthen that muscle of being fearless. [27:45]
Figure out what you can be the best at, and that will be your sweet spot.[31:05]

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“Trust is such a big factor in leadership, and we learn to trust by how others act and how they show up in relationships” Josh Little

Communication is one of the critical elements that ensure effective collaboration and leadership. Considering the current work environment characterized by remote and hybrid working arrangements, communication between teams has become even more challenging. For these reasons and more, our guest today, Josh Little, believes in using the right technology that makes conversations more convenient and practical.

Josh Little is the founder of four tech companies–Maestro, Bloomfire, Qzzr (quizzer), and Volley–that have collectively been used by hundreds of millions of people. His work has been featured in Tech Crunch, Mashable, Entrepreneur, Inc., and Forbes. With two successful exits and a third pending, he’s currently on a mission to save the working world from death-by-meetings with his fourth creation, Volley.

In today’s episode, we will discuss what asynchronous video conversation is all about and the fantastic app Volley, which is making effective communication a reality for teams. We will also learn some of the leadership qualities that our guest believes are important in fostering great relationships with team members at work.

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I felt my mission in life is to create beautiful things and that could be a tech company, musical performance or a jar of pickles [2:30]
There is nothing as creatively satisfying as building a company even though it is intimidating and risky. [2:43]
Volley has been my most recent beautiful thing. [4:03]
Thinking about how to get the right information to the right people at the right time at work, is something that I have been passionate about for years. [4:30]
Leaders were going to have to adapt and figure out new strategies to lead, connect, talk and collaborate with their team. [5:00]
We can’t sort the problem with back to back zoom, because of burnout and fatigue. [5:08]
There are so many inefficiencies with the current construct that we call meetings. [6:31]
We are a lot more efficient at communicating by speaking than we are typing and for that reason at some point written communication fails. [7:10]
Volley is a video messaging App that allows professionals or teams to collaborate by sending video messages back and forth. [7:42]
We take turns just like any other conversation, except we record our turn with video. [7:54]
This option gives us the best of both worlds that is the richness of talking and the flexibility of texting. [8:00]
The beauty of Volley is we take those snippets of content and put them and call them a Volley where you create and send a Volley in a threaded conversation. [10:32]
The other members in the conversation can see your Volley and respond to it. [10:42]
A lot of teams have a stand up, or daily update of meeting. Instead of that being a scheduled thing, we do a stand up where everybody shows up. [10:50]
We want people to try Volley, it is a new technology and new way of thinking and working. [13:00]
We don’t want to be so presumptuous that we just know that this is exactly the way it needs to be compiled for use at work. [13:15]
So we knew a free product was necessary to the learning that we needed to do in order to create the product that we needed to create. [13:24]
We have many ideas for cool features, functionality and technology that we can infuse into this experience that people will be willing to pay for. [13:53]
We haven’t been working remote in the past three companies, because there was friction and breakdown in communication. [16:25]
I have been an aspirational remote worker and remote CEO for over a decade now so maybe VOLLEY is just me solving a problem by creating a tool that needed to exist to enable communication to just flow. [16:51]
While Volley is a great way to communicate, it is really for remote or distributed teams and hybrid teams that have some remote workers. [18:06]
Commercial Break [19:48]
The first one is do what you say you are going to do or say something else. [20:16]
The next one is playing with all cards on the table. [21:08]
That is the only way that we can get to the sort of understanding and clarity of what needs to be accomplished and why that matters. [21:49]
I have never been burned by vulnerability in any way. [22:12]
The new one is continuous leadership or on demand leadership and this is what Volley enables. [22:28]
You are only leading when interacting with your team. [22:41]
What we have been experimenting with Volley is the idea of continuous leadership. [23:18]
Only seven percent of communication is the words that we use, 38 percent is the tone and 55 percent is what we look like when we say those words. [25:12]
We are elite athletes at this thing called conversation and we need to talk to move forward. [25:50]
You should download Volley today because relationship and connectedness are important. [27:55]

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“When you take care of your team, your people, and clients, they will take care of you too.” Brandi Bernoskie

Leaders work with people and it is very important that they create an environment that fosters open and honest communication if they are to get ahead and thrive. This is according to our guest today, Brandi Bernoski, who believes that the best way to sustainably grow your business and be a better leader, is by defining what success means to you, and being human in all your points of contact with both your people and clients.

Brandi is a digital strategist, website developer, and founder of Alchemy+Aim and North Star Sites, companies that help entrepreneurs and business owners elevate their online presence and enhance their digital experience. She is an advocate for using technology in ways that humanize, connect and serve people as well as for asking deeper philosophical questions and teaching others to think more broadly about impact when they create, particularly in STEAM fields.

Brandi’s academic background in theatre, philosophy and physics was the perfect foundation for launching her business, where her team has worked with thought leaders like Brené Brown, Laverne Cox, Judy Smith, and Kate Northrup as well as other notable change makers since 2013. Brandi is a natural connector and business matchmaker, who is always working to help others step into their genius work and leverage the expertise of those around them to achieve new levels of success and community along the way.

In today’s episode, Brandi discusses about what to consider when building a digital presence for your business. She will also delve more into what it means to be an empathetic leader and the importance of taking care of your people as well as your clients and creating meaningful relationships.

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I started my business about eight years ago as a freelance developer. [2:22]
I am not developing anymore because my team is doing all the development. [2:31]
We have the opportunity of partnering with our clients to bring out the best of what they do by creating something online that supports their business and their lifestyle. [2:40]
I am not a believer in magic pills or cookie-cutter formulas in order to get the job done. [2:50]
I am emphatic with my clients about tuning in to what they are excited about and leveraging those points of connection for the benefit of the business. [2:58]
I am such a natural relationships person, that I have built my entire business on just referrals, connections, and meeting new people. [3:39]
We have to start by defining what success means for ourselves. [4:15]
We hop on the latest social media channels because everyone is there, and we think that is where we should be, but your ideal audience may not be there. [6:05]
I tend to find my perfect audience in rooms full of brilliant women. [6:15]
We think we have to launch out of the gate with many offerings but you can start with just two and build on new ones as the audience demands it. [8:18]
That is the joy of having a business; is that you learn and evolve as you go. [9:55]
Some of my clients have come as referrals from people I have known; from spaces that weren’t necessarily related at all to website development. [10:10]
I never have a goal to sell anyone anything, even on a sales call. [10:50]
My goal is to understand what they need, and help them get what that is. [11:00]
There are times I go into things that I don’t think are going to work with me. [11:10]
I focus on finding who in my network I can connect them with, to help them get what they need. [11:18]
Any offer I make to my clients always comes from that place of service. [11:37]
This has helped me create long-term relationships with people. [11:52]
Commercial Break [13:25]
Being empathetic with people and getting to know whatever situation or struggle they are going through. [14:48]
Inevitably we can’t silo ourselves. [15:05]
If something is happening in our personal lives, it is going to affect our work. [15:12]
Permitting people not to be perfect all the time is huge. [15:51]
Creating that safe space for anyone that you are working with to come to you and let you know what is going on is so significant, particularly today. [16:23]
That is the foundation of all the leadership work I do with people. [16:55]
We have had to shift how we operate in so many ways, and to shift back is going to take some time. [15:25]
The pandemic brought to light things that mattered most to people. [15:40]
I always tell my team that if something happens, that needs your attention, please be there. [20:55]
Remember that you are an evolving human being, and it is not about getting things done perfectly but beautifully in their imperfection. [22:45]
It is always an evolution. [23:10]

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Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

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“When you help people take that first step, they become more confident. When they are more confident, then all of a sudden the world seems a little brighter and they can see the light at the end of the tunnel. ” Ira Wolfe

The past year turned out to be very unconventional for majority of people with the work place being most affected. The outcomes of various events most especially the Covid-19 pandemic, altered the normal work routines of many if not all companies which led a large number of people moving to work remotely. The dilemma facing many leaders now is how they will move forward considering their new operating realities with regards to work locations. According to Ira Wolfe, the answer is very simple and involves managers building safe spaces for their people to work and thrive.

Ira S Wolfe describes himself as a “Millennial trapped in a Baby Boomer body”. He is the president of Poised for the Future Company, founder of Success Performance Solutions, a TEDx Speaker, Top five Global Thought Leader on Future of Work and HR (Thinkers360), author of Recruiting in the Age of Googlization- https://amzn.to/3gvHAFR, and host of Geeks Geezers Googlization podcast (selected as one of the top 50 podcasts to listen to in 2021). Ira is also a frequent presenter at SHRM and business conferences and a guest on over 50 podcasts each year. His most recent book is Recruiting in the Age of Googlization- https://amzn.to/3gvHAFR, now in its 2nd edition. The book was selected as one of the top 50 books to read in 2021 by Thinkers360 and recognized as one of the best Recruiting books of all time by Book Authority. Ira is the founder of the Googlization Nation community and a frequent contributor to HR and business blogs including Cornerstone on Demand's Rework, Medium and Huff Post. He’s been featured in INC Magazine, Fast Company, Business Week, American Express OPEN, NFIB, Inc., Intuit Small Business, and Fox Business. He is also the author of five other books including Perfect Labor Storm, Understanding Business Values and Motivators.

In today’s Episode, Ira Wolfe will discuss more about how the work environment has evolved and how managers can take advantage of the opportunities available to grow people as well as their companies. We will also discuss how to navigate through the uncertainty that characterizes the current work environment.

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I grew up in a time where people still got gold watches and people worked for a company up to 50 years in one career and sometimes in one Job. [2:37]
With time it has gotten more complex. [3:00]
From a company owner’s perspective, it is terrifying that someone would last only three to five years, [3:19]
If they can bring value to your organization and leave your organization in a better place according to the metrics, then that is okay. [3:37]
In as much as companies complain that employees have no loyalty, it is them who train them to be that way. [6:22]
I had a very successful practice in dentistry and when I left people wondered what I was going to do. [7:00]
I developed transferable skills such as communicating with people, building teams, and critical thinking. [7:39]
The thing that people overlook is about having transferable skills which are learnt through life experience. [9:22]
There are no life career jobs and we can’t treat people that way. [9:36]
If you hire people and they contribute to what you have done and they leave your company in a better place, then that is the best you can ask for. [9:43]
Very reliable research indicates that on average, two-thirds of all jobs maybe one-third automated. [11:52]
The reality is one-third jobs that won’t change are those that will be eliminated. [12:24]
Every single person on the planet whether retail or frontline has to learn how to work with technology, because of the likelihood that most jobs are going to have a higher degree of automation. [12:48]
Sixty five percent of remote workers want to stay remote, thirty three percent want to remain hybrid, and the remaining want to go back to the way things were. [15:33]
Talking about managers and leaders, they were not very good before at ensuring employee engagement. [16: 20]
According to Gallop, thirty percent or less of people were fully engaged at work while seventy percent were partially or fully disengaged. [16:32]
If it wasn’t good when they were under your nose where you could micro manage them, what is going to happen now that they are remote. [17:04]
When you are at work you have to manage people, who are on site and those who are remote and it is always fluid. [18:06]
It creates a huge opportunity where you can hire anyone around the world to fill those hard to fill jobs. [18:58]
The down side is how you fill that safe place that they feel part of culture when they may never physically be in the same room to know their people. [19:06]
Commercial Break [19:20]
Everybody needs to become more adaptable where we are literally writing the rules as we go on. [21:07]
We do know that there will be some form of hybrid workplace. [21:25]
I spent my passion project last year and a half and it is on adaptability [22:10]
I don’t have a better Acronym to describe what 2020 was, Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous, and is the world we are going to live in going forward. So how do we manage that? [22:50]
We work with something called the adaptability quotient [ 23:25]
It identifies fifteen dimensions that impact someone’s ability to change. Some are internal which refers to skills we need to have. [23:31]
As leaders you have to create a company culture that makes people feel supported. [24:26]
The most important that we can change include grit, resilience, mental flexibility, growth mindset and unlearning. [25:34]
In order to have empathy, you need to step into other people’s shoes and that calls on seeing the world from somebody else’s point of view. [29:50]
The five abilities are things that individuals are going to have to learn. [30:40]
For leaders, the biggest challenge ahead is how do you help create a safe space? [30:58]
Leaders have to help people build their confidence and gain the courage and by doing so, they will become more optimistic and hopeful about the future. [31:17]
Don’t let the shift hit your plans [34:15]

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Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

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"People are attracted to those that know their values and what they stand for" Jason Hunt

Acknowledging that people are the central element in leadership is the first step towards being an effective leader. To grow and use your influence as a leader, you have to start by making authentic connections. Our Guest today, Jason Hunt, knows this too well thanks to his leadership journey and the experience of working with upcoming leaders. He is dedicated to ensuring that the people he works with find it easier to like and follow their leaders.

Jason Hunt is the founder and CEO of Eye Squared Leadership, and he has had the pleasure of working with companies large and small. Jason's first significant leadership role was to run a branch of 100 church members in outer Siberia when he was 19. Since then, he has served in several leadership positions, including the principal of a school. He has a master's degree in leadership, is certified by the John Maxwell Leadership Institute, and is the author of The Other Side: 5 Rules for Leading with Influence- https://amzn.to/35snw0J . Jason lives in Owatonna, Minnesota, with his wife and four kids.

In today's episode, Jason will discuss what leadership is and what it's not and take us through the discoveries he has made in the course of his leadership journey. He will also share simple, practical tips that can guide leaders to connect and positively influence the people they interact with.

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As you intentionally grow your influence, there is a direct correlation to the amount of positive impact you can have on people. [2:50]
I was leading at junior high as a principal, and it was a clear aspiration for me, and I wanted to be able to do that. [4:22]
I was leading from my title and thought that leadership was about management more than anything else. [4:59]
Everything was okay in year one, but the gloves came off in year two, and everything was falling apart. [5:19]
I wanted to point a finger and blame other people, but I knew internally everything rises and falls on leadership. [5:39]
I realized that my leadership style wasn't working at all because I was too focused on the tasks. [5:58]
I realized I had to focus on the people, and I hadn't been doing that at all. [8:23]
I created a strategy for me to start to change, and one of the primary things I wanted to do was to be open and vulnerable with my staff. [9:57]
Authenticity in leadership is a key to leading well. [10:12]
I primarily work with middle-level leadership in manufacturing organizations. [14:25]
I know the pain they experience in their positions because I have been there. [14:45]
Commercial break [17:40]
I was able to be a church missionary, and that is what got me over in Siberia. [18:05]
I ended up on a two-year mission, and I learned a lot about leadership. [19:05]
I had to step up as a leader even if I was only 19 years old, and I knew almost nothing about leadership. [20:00]
It is okay to have the courage to make decisions. [20:20]
If you want to understand more about a culture, don't just read. Go where the culture is at and see. [23:15]
My four tips on leadership include having a heart that cares, using your ethic and act, including asking questions, using hands to collaborate where I believe in a horizontal leadership style, and lastly, having the courage to make difficult decisions. [25:50]
People want to know you give a CRAP (Celebration, Recognition, Appreciation, and Praise) which can sometimes be challenging. [27:05]
At the end of the day, it is not the bottom line that creates influence with people, but rather your ability to focus on the needs and desires of your team. [31:47]

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“You are not a number with a travel advisor, you are with a live person and you don’t have to hold.” Gurvinder Ravery.

After months of restricted travel due to the pandemic, people are now starting to plan for their next trips. Yet as travel opportunities continue to open up in most parts of the world, it is important for travelers to realize that the travel world has changed and is quite different from what they once knew before the pandemic. According to our guest today, Gurvinder Ravery, seeking the services of an experienced travel advisor to help you navigate the travel process might be the best way to go considering the current circumstances.

Gurvinder Ravery's passion for traveling has allowed her to discover new destinations around the globe and share them with her clients. Eleven years ago, Gurvinder and her family started a tradition of taking annual trips to Turks and Caicos enjoying "island living" for a month. Gurvy Travel soon emerged. Gurvinder assists travelers with the logistics of planning and traveling.

In today’s episode, our guest will be discussing her travel experiences and what motivated her to get into the travel industry. She will also tell us more about an exciting travel opportunity that she offers to women who love traveling.

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I grew up in Southern California and lived in Maryland for the last 23 years with my family. [2:27]
I have been traveling for years and even had a destination wedding in Positano, Italy. [2:48]
Eleven years ago my family and I started vacationing on the Island of Turks and Caicos. [3:08]
One of my friends helped me see the light and that the travel business was in my blood so here I am years later a travel advisor who started Gurvy Travel. [3:36]
I am an extraverted advisor for Turks and Caicos but I can assist with any destination. [3:56]
I traveled very safely five times during the pandemic and visited four different Islands. [4:02]
Garvy travels helps busy travelers to take a break from everyday stresses by sending you away for an incredible vacation where you can visit destinations that you haven’t seen before or revisit a destination but with different experiences. [4:09]
I have recently joined forces with another travel advisor and we created a group called ‘Suitcase girls.’ [4:55]
‘Suitcase Girls’ is a group for women that are 50 and over and like to meet and travel together. [5:06]
‘Suitcase Girls’ supports and encourages women to get out and explore together with other women and go on organized trips. [5:18]
I have seen more and more people wanting to do something off the beaten path that they wouldn’t have done before. [8:37]
During the pandemic, I looked into how I can bring travel into my client’s living rooms and into their world without traveling physically. [9:40]
Commercial Break. [11:40]
There are many destinations that you can go to if you are fully vaccinated while others will require a test to be done before arriving on property. [13:57]
One of the destinations that I chose was Cost Arica because it has a lot of outdoor activities. [14:20]
I have been there five times and I still haven’t seen the entire country so it is also one of those countries that I feel that there is so much to do. [14:50]
Families with teens struggle with choosing destinations to go to and Costa Rica is one of those destinations where you can keep your teens and families entertained. [16:00]
I would recommend reserving early, and springtime is a great time to visit Costa Rica. [18:48]
There have been so many changes and there are so many protocols that are still in place and travel advisors can help you navigate through that process. [20:21]
Travelers are a lot smarter these days and they want trips that are authentic, real, and trips that have a sustainable component and local immersion. [21:00]
Don’t overlook the depth of work that a travel advisor does of putting your plans together for a memorable trip. [21:20]
Be patient and be flexible because things are different in the travel world. [21:58]

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“Everybody loves a good story, and they would love it even more if they can relate it to what is happening back at home” Vinay Parameswarappa

‘Amazingly different!’ That’s how the majority of travelers describe India as a destination. The diversity of the people, the culture, and the famous cuisines provide interesting experiences to travelers who visit this country with a rich history spanning over 5000 years back. However, this destination can be overwhelming to travelers considering its numerous sites and available activities one can get involved in. Our guest today, Vinay Parameswarappa, is an experienced travel operator who understands the complexity of India as a destination and insists on the importance of having expert guidance when visiting India.

Vinay Parameswarappa is the founder of Gully Tours, one of India’s first experiential tour companies specializing in immersive travel. They offer walking tours, cycle tours, food tours, and bespoke tours in Bangalore, Mysore, Coorg, and Kochi in South India. Since 2009 he has hosted more than 30,000 people from 70+ countries around the world. His guests include Mr Kofi Annan, Bollywood celebrities and CXOs of Global Corporations. He has been featured in Netflix, The Guardian, National Geographic Magazine and CondeNast Traveler. He was selected as one of the Leaders of Tomorrow in the Tourism space by the Indian Media House – ET NOW. He is an Engineer & an MBA from the University of Oxford.

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I travelled across South East Asia, and it was fascinating to see how well the whole travel ecosystems had developed [3:25]
What struck me is Singapore, as a city-country, gets more tourists than the whole of India, while Singapore is much smaller than Bangla[3:30]
I felt that what was missing in India is packaging the whole thing better, market it better and be better at telling your own story [4:00]
So much of the experiences I had in India growing up while travelling was just trophy hunting, but the experience was different when I had a chance walking in Singapore [4:50]
The experience, together with reading a book on the founding of the world’s most famous travel companies, motivated me to quit my job in Singapore and move back to India to start a travel venture[5:31]
Everybody loves a good story, and they would love it even more if they can relate it to what is happening back at home [7:54]
I love travelling and taking walking tours. It is such a great way of knowing destinations with the help of an expert who facilitates and helps you navigate your way around [9:08]
One of the experiences we offer is a tour where you go to a market and shop for what you need and go to the home of a local family and you cook a meal in their kitchen [12:20]
I like the quote by the former Indian prime minister, “the antidote to terrorism and tourism”. The more you go out and see other people, the more you realize it is the same everywhere [13:02]
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If you are coming to India, it is not about the destination you pick but how you look at the country. [14:15]
There are many guests who come to India with western yardsticks, which will definitely disappoint you. [14:20]
The first step is having an open mind when coming to India, hoping to explore and learn something new. [14:45]
The South of India has many diverse experiences to offer, including temple architecture, palaces, spices, lovely beaches and great food. [15:15]
People now have the option of taking virtual tours to ‘test drive’ the destinations before they visit [17:22]

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“If you have a bucket list start working on it now before it’s too late.” ~ Malcolm Teasdale

Malcolm Teasdale was born in Coventry, England and is a successful entrepreneur who spent all of his working life in the technology industry, where he made a success from creating software development companies, the most recent of which he sold to a major corporation in 2013 for its intellectual property and workforce skillset.

He created markets in all the major continents and sold products to customers in over 70 countries. His company received numerous industry awards for product quality, innovation, and pioneering technology, and he has spoken at many trade shows and industry events around the World.

He has traveled to 98 countries for business and pleasure, but since retiring from the industry, now travels to the more unusual destinations in the World in search of rich cultural experiences. Think Nepal, Mongolia, Tibet, Bhutan and Borneo to name a few.

He has written several books about business and adventure travel, with an emphasis on history, geography, education and humor. His public speaking engagements focus on business, adventure travel, destinations around the World and foreign cultures.

Apart from England, he has also lived in Canada, Wales and Singapore, and currently resides in Florida, USA.

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The key to our success was probably involved in travel international business. [05:28]
What I tried to do is learn about foreign cultures at an early age and when we go overseas to meet with these companies to sell our products, we wanted to make sure we understand the business culture. [05:46]
I took early retirement in 2013 and for six months I did nothing and was stupidly bored. Then I got poached by some sort of entertainment company. [06:22]
If you are going to travel or communicate with people from other countries, you need to start to understand their culture. [07:56]
Taking the time to learn about another culture not only enriches you but it also lubricates the relationship or potential business relationship, creates more opportunities for positive interactions. [08:15]
My whole team that works for me is based in Kenya and I was supposed to go there last November. [10:07]
Just because we think maybe something should be different doesn’t mean that that’s what somebody wants and learning to recognize that and respect it is really important. [11:31]
When you go and learn about the way other people live in the world, we are pretty much all the same. We all have our bad sides and habits but there is always a good side. [12:19]
What made you want to start writing and putting this down? [12:46]
It is pretty important to document stuff so that later in life you have a memory of the experiences that you had. That is why I do it. [14:18]
When we used to travel, at the end of every day we’d spend half an hour remembering the things we did that day. [14:52]
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If I had to say to people a place to go that would give you everlasting memories that you would never forget, these three places will provide you with memories to last you forever the country of Bhutan, Mongolia and Tibet. [19:16]
The scenery in Mongolia in the wilderness is quite unlike anywhere else in the planet. [20:22]
Being out in the wilderness almost isolated was a fabulous experience. [21:07]
As you talked about all the three places you are talking about the way people live, what’s important to them and their sense of pride in their life and following their ancestors. [25:35]
The best degree you can have in the world is the degree of common sense. [29:13]
If you have a bucket list start working on it now before it’s too late. You don’t want to have any regrets while you are laying in your bed and you can’t travel anymore. [29:23]

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“It is important to balance the locals’ need to survive with the animals’ needs for a win-win outcome” Monica Irauzqui

When embarking on a trip, a traveler always looks forward to have an experience of a lifetime, the kind that makes them pause and think about how unbelievably gorgeous the world is. But how can you increase the chances of getting that indefinable bonus quality in your travel experience? Our guest today, Monica Irauzqui designs such trips which aspire to satisfy the wanderlust of travelers, and ones that truly rock their world.

Monica Irauzqui is the Vice President and co-founder of Yampu Tours and YampGo, starting the company 21 years ago with her husband. Her travel experience comes from firsthand knowledge she has gained from multiple trips she has taken with her husband and two kids (so naturally, she is an expert in family travel). Her eye for detail, knack for knowing what clients will like and won’t like even after knowing them for a short amount of time, and impeccable memory for remembering even the smallest bit of information proves that she is one of the most trusted and skilled people in the Travel Industry.

Monica has been instrumental in creating a “client first” culture at Yampu Tours, https://www.yampu.com/. She teaches classes to her staff on gaining and keeping trust. The Mantra of Monica and her team at Yampu is to create lifetime relationships with their clients. Yampu tours are private and authentic—no ‘cookie cutter’ experiences here! Tours are one hundred percent customizable to your whims and wishes. Yampu thrives to stand behind you to ensure that everything goes according to plan – your plan. Monica also has a travel school for people who want to become travel experts, or travel agents who want to ’up’ their game.

In today’s episode, our guest will share more about exciting travel destinations, challenging yourself even in travel, and the importance of getting a travel agent to plan and guide your trip. We will also discuss why the amazing Peru should be topping your travel bucket list even as we prepare to start getting out there again.

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We are sharing what we love with our clients. We try to get to know everyone so that we find them joyful experiences that they would not have thought of on their own. [3:00]
I design trips of a lifetime and I want to show people experiences that they haven’t imagined. [4:05]
When I booked my first trip to Botswana, one of the activities was walking with elephants. [4:16]
It was an exciting adventure that wasn’t touristy and it was one of the best experiences of my life. [4:52]
I have learnt so much in the 23 years that we have been travelling to these countries and I have changed a lot. [7:59]
My husband and I travelled to Machu Pichu when we first met 30 years ago. [9:48]
We decided to do travel and it was more an investment of time, research and sweat. [10:47]
As clients started travelling with us and liking what we were doing, we always had to be one step ahead of them so we added more destinations. [11:11]
During Covid, we have added even more destinations while we wait for people to start travelling again. [11:29]
We just added the United States as a destination. [12:38]
Commercial Break [14:45]
Peru is a great destination and if I have to pick one, it is Peru. [15:25]
Right now they are limiting the number of people who can go to Machu Picchu therefore making this the best time to visit. [16:32]
A lot of my clients are sent on a one-day Inca Trail where they take the train most of the way and then get off and hike for about 6 hours into Machu Picchu. [17:30]
There is also a 6-day Salkantay Track where they have mountain lodges and you can sleep and hike all day. [18:06]
The Sanctuary lodge and the Inkaterra Machu Picchu are my two go to Hotels. [19:15]
The food scene in Lima, for a foodie, you have to take 3-4 days to sample all the amazing restaurants. [20:15]
You can go to Peru more than once for sure. [23:01]
Find a travel expert to show you things that you may not think of your own but will be spectacular for you. [24:40]

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“Collect moments and not items” Angela Giannioti

Greece tops the travel bucket list of most, if not all travel enthusiasts. This famous country is popular for its beautiful landscape and its ancient history. Yet apart from the identified tourist spots, what you should also look forward to as you visit Greece, is the experience that the people and their culture have to offer. This is according to our guest today, Angela Giannioti, who gives us a sneak peek into what entails the best experiences lived and collected when visiting Greece

Angela Giannioti, fondly referred as Aggeliki, is a travel and adventure lover, and has been working in the travel industry for some years. Angela was born and raised in the US by Greek parents and later moved to Greece where she has been living since 1992. In 2018, she established a destination management company called Greece Adventure Trips, a professional services company with in-depth local knowledge, expertise and resources, working in the design and implementation of events, activities, tours, transportation and travel packages covering each and every corner of the amazing Greece.

Greece Adventure Trips organizes and implements travel packages and one day tours in selected areas of Epirus ranging from the dreamed Zagorohoria; the imposing Tzoumerka; the uniquely beautiful Thesprotia (Acheron River); Western Macedonia; the magical Prespes; the unique national park of Pindos of the Peloponnese; a huge outdoor museum; the Ionian Islands with the crystal clear turquoise waters; the dazzling Mykonos; Santorini, the center of western civilization; the vibrant Athens; Crete that simply has it all, and other "hidden gems" all over Greece.

In today’s episode, we will be discussing about experiencing Greece through connecting with the people and their culture as well as the most recommended sites to experience as a first-time visitor to Greece and even during subsequent visits.

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Since my childhood I have loved travelling and discovering new things and places. [3:33]
I also enjoy setting up special programs and seeing new things especially in Greece. [3:58]
What I love about travelling is getting in touch with the local people and their way of life and making friends. [4:28]
When you go to the places where the people who live there go, you truly experience something authentic about the culture and get to experience things that you never would. [6:09]
When I visit a place, I want to get a real feeling of that place and carry back memories and also enlarge me perspective [6:37]
Sometimes people can be intimidated going to a country where the language is so different. [7:50]
As long as you are trying and know enough hand gestures, the more you interact with the locals the less intimidating it becomes. [8:10]
Being part of something that is guided and directed for you not only gives you a sense of comfort but also gives you opportunity to see things that are not only tourist stops [10:25]
I love talking to people before their trip so as to understand their expectations and what they would like to experience during their trip [11:08]
Having an insider tailoring your itinerary based on your personality ensures you have blast [11:34]
I do believe that travel industry offers so many alternatives to cover everyone’s needs. [17:03]
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Greece is a country with many Islands and Islets and having to choose one or two is difficult. [18:54]
If it is the first time, Athens is a must considering the rich history and culture the city has to offer. [19:15]
Santorini Island is also a good destination for first time visitors. [19:34]
For visitors that have already visited the two, and considering the current need for maintaining less crowding, the three places I would recommend are Amorgos Island, Sifnos Island and Naxos Island which can all be combined in an itinerary. [19:55]
In the mainland, Epirus region which has interesting culture, great food, lakes and rivers as well as the coastline of the Ionian Sea. [21:33]
Start dreaming and why not start planning our next trip? [25:58]

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“Your past is in stone your future is in paper, you might as well create the life that you would like.” ~ Dr. Richard London

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The weather in the world is changing to the better, nice and warm, so we getting our souls warmed up, it’s time to travel and have fun. [02:32]
I am such a firm believer that the more we move throughout the world and we experience different places, different people, different foods we realize that will all our differences at the end of the day we are trying to accomplish the same thing. [02:47]
I control the brains in the world. [04:15]
I am only 4 years old; my soul is 4 years old so I look at everything through the eyes of a child. [04:26]
Another ability that I have is manifestation. I am the leading manifestation advisor mentor in the world. [04:51]
I donate 100% of my wealth to be of service to others. [05:32]
I am the person who funds and pushes the wisdom that comes to the universe so we can plant seeds. Books, information and wisdom is nothing but planting seeds. [07:15]
I am the leading farmer in the world, because every seed I plant germinates, so I as I am talking to your listeners worldwide these are not just words, they are seeds that are going to germinate in people’s lives. [08:03]
We all have a divine purpose but actually we all have one purpose and that’s to be the greatest spiritual farmers that we could be in the world. [08:25]
It’s not always easy when tough things happen to feel thankful but we can still approach them with the positivity that keeps us buoyant until the things around us bring us back up [09:03]
The Akashic records is the book of life, the universal mind. I am gifted with the ability to go in. [11:10]
The best leaders are not the ones that don’t make any mistakes, the best leaders are the ones that reflect. [12:23]
Leadership is all about 100% integrity, leadership is about taking responsibility for your actions immediately, leadership is about keeping your word too. [13:13]
Everything in the world is infinite. [17:18]
Commercial &Marketing U. [20:12]
The two places in central Mexico are Guanajuato City (where the founding fathers of Mexico were born) and San Miguel de Allende. These cities are twice as old as the US. [23:07]
It’s one of the few places in the world that they actually have mummies. In the country of Mexico people don’t know but you have to pay to inter people. [25:12]
I think humans need to be travel time warriors, you need to be a warrior when you travel because you need to protect yourself so that you can allow yourself to have maximum fun [27:07]
Your past is in stone your future is in paper, you might as well create the life that you would like. [28:33]
Travel should be about the details, look at the people, look at how they dress, where they are eating and gathering. [31:33]
There are three ingredients to create heaven on earth; develop an unbreakable spirit, live in real divine truth and become a warrior. [37:17]

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“Let’s all travel together.” ~ Kevin Albin

Kevin Albin was a police officer in the UK for 25 years during which he served on a tactical firearms team and worked as a hostage negotiator. He then retrained as an International Mountain Leader, and has worked around the globe guiding on trekking trips and leading expeditions in conservation.

In 2011, he won the bronze in the World Guide Awards.

Being unable to travel and work overseas during the pandemic, he wrote and published a Eco-fiction novel, Stonechild, where the statues of London come to life with a message on saving the planet. He currently lives in France.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kev_albin/

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One day I woke up and the police uniform just didn’t fit any longer. [02:51]
It took me about 7 years in total and I started off working with young adults between 16 years to 21 years. [04:05]
I took them overseas to some distant land and they would have an experience for a month being away from home and their parents. [04:17]
When you take someone out of their comfort zone and put them in what they perceive as a hostile environment they become very attentive and therefore they are ready to learn. [05:00]
What I found is that on these trips I was meeting wonderful people and they were coming out with their life stories. It was a form of counselling. [06:33]
In fact, I am a very energetic person and I don’t sit still at all and my outlet was the book, ‘Stonechild’. [08:55]
Did you feel when you were in those moments yes you were a guide but did you feel like this is also part of why you became a police officer? [11:46]
The last two years of my police career I was seconded to a youth service. [12:26]
Murders are up 30% and they are mostly young kids that are shooting each other and nobody really knows why. [15:01]
The pandemic is showing us that it doesn’t matter how rich you are, what lifestyle or how modern your lifestyle is or what conveniences you have, you can get sick and die like anyone else wherever it is. That is a real leveler. [16:45]
Let’s all travel together. [17:24]
The statue of Churchill explains that it’s like connecting the dead world with the live world through the embodiment of the statues. [18:55]
Commercial &Marketing U. [20:59]
If you would pick one place for everyone to go, where would you pick? [24:07]
In the forest and around the forest there are still local tribes people living fairly traditionally. [26:42]
The reason for urging people to go there apart from the fact that it’s very beautiful is that it is an example of what people are trying to do in order to preserve rain forests and preserve the biodiversity. [27:12]
When the world starts again if somebody wants to go there what is the best way for them to start considering going. [28:40]
I have worked very closely with a company called Sticky Rice Travel which has a very professional outfit and they have been there for a long time. [29:15]
I urge everyone to take stock and look at where the world is at the moment, this had arrived because of the lack of biodiversity, because of what we are doing to the planet, because of the way the planet is changing. [31:00]
Pick out what interests you and then see how you can make a difference. [31:24]
Get back in with nature. [32:01]

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“It’s not always the destination, it’s the journey that gets you to the destination that makes or breaks your experience.” ~ Veronica Woodruff

Do you love to travel but you are dreading it because of the new additions to your family? Who said travelling with young kids have to be a hustle anymore, in today’s episode Veronica Woodruff talks about how to make your travel experience with your kids easy and comfortable. Now you can be able to travel with your kids at whatever age without having the headache of worrying about how you will travel.

Veronica Woodruff enjoys traveling and spending time discovering new places and activities. Even after becoming a mom, a trip to a new destination did not stop her despite the difficulties that came with traveling with children. Having a marketing and technology background, she sought a solution for her problem in establishing Travelsist. It was a dream all her life to travel. Now Veronica’s tireless work, being bold in pursuit of her passion, is helping other families worldwide fuel their love for traveling domestically and abroad, lightening the load with budget-friendly baby gear.

Travelsist was born for those parents who enjoy worry-free travel. We make vacationing easy for you, by hand-selecting safety-first, eco-friendly travel products to accommodate your family from arrival to landing and every place in between. Our commitment is to source the best products in the marketplace to suit you and your family’s needs and provide you with simple access to these items when you need them the most. We pride ourselves on focusing not only on the quality of the products but also in the steps we take to ensure that each product meets the standards and requirements for cleaning, sanitization, and disinfection. At Travelsist, we promise to treat your family like our own. We are the extra-friendly, over-cautious member of your family that will never leave your side.

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The way we came up with Travelsist is, because my love for travel is so deep, it’s so deep that I can’t let anything get in the way of me travelling. [03:41]
Every time I get on and sit on an airplane I start to think differently, because I am exposed to so many different things, people, cultures, backgrounds and you able to put on a different lens. [04:34]
Travelsist meet and assist you from ticketing to plane side and everywhere in between. [05:28]
It’s not always the destination, it’s the journey that gets you to the destination that makes or breaks your experience. [05:50]
I have over 15 years of experience in this industry, I have seen it all and know it all. I have seen the horror story and I have been there before. [08:57]
Our plan in the future is to be able to partner with different companies so that we can be able to push families together when they travel. [10:53]
We ask our customers, “Is there anything you need that you forgot that we can bring it to you,” this is the prime to travel and we are there to deliver this to you. [12:03]
Commercial &Marketing U. [12:25]
Our grown model is we want to be able to be everywhere across all airports so that way parents can truly utilize this service and can receive service on both ends. [15:00]
We also rent baby gear products. High quality baby gear from the top brands in the baby kid’s product range. [15:14]
The majority of our employees are parents themselves; we treat our customers as family, we wouldn’t give our family something we wouldn’t use ourselves. [15:52]
What is your destination of choice and why? [17:45]
Come and visit us in Atlanta. We can make it easy for you and your family to travel there. There are a lot of beautiful things in Atlanta that you may have missed. [18:00]
There are all these beautiful outdoor places that are still open to everyone and are great for your children to explore. [20:12]
Atlanta is always home; you will always get that southern hospitality and good vibes. [20:51]
Atlanta is always known for the outdoor festivals in the spring and summer. [21:05]
For all those mom and dads who think travelling with your kids is hard go for it. Let us help, let us make it easy for you. [22:35]
Don’t wait till your kids are older take them now, you’ll be surprised what they remember. 22:45]
All the end of the day as parents we want to give our kids the best learning experience and the best way is to show them. [22:54]

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“People are the same, no matter where you go, where you live, what you experience.” ~ Matty Dyas

Matty Dyas is an international Tour Leader from the UK. When he’s not locked down, he takes small groups of adventurous travelers on off-the-beaten-track tours around Eastern Europe and the UK.

He’s the host of the Travel Bubble podcast, were each week he speaks with travel industry professionals, globetrotters and adventurers about what countries they would include in their Travel Bubble.

In his free time, he can be found running ultramarathons or out on long hikes.

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What got you into doing this and taking some small groups on some really unique tours. [03:10]
I was teaching English basically to afford me to see the world in different positions. [04:03]
Some of the places I was guiding, I have never been myself. Not only was I taking others for their first time, it was also my first time. I was getting to experience it as well. [04:53]
Bangkok is one of those places where people are scared to go run in the streets. [08:01]
The places where we are going speak for themselves, they are beautiful, amazing and are full of history. [10:06]
If you are going to go on a group tour you have to be of a certain mindset, you have to be quite open because you know you are going to in the company of people for a certain amount of time. [10:30]
We create a smaller world when we go out further away from our homes because we are challenged, tested and we come face to face with the fact that most people are just like us. [12:46]
People are the same, no matter where you go, where you live, what you experience. [13:23]
Commercial &Marketing U. [14:00]
The place that I love sharing about and would recommend people to go to is called Transnistria. [16:09]
It’s a country that doesn’t actually exist, it’s only recognized by the UN. It is recognized by a few countries but the countries that recognized it are also unrecognized. [16:19]
When you go to a new place, maybe you’ve never travelled overseas before and you don’t want stress having a guide in such areas gives you a safety net and a stress-free experience. [19:16]
There is nothing I love more than being in an adventure by myself but some places you need guides who add value to your experience by showing you places and keeping you safe too. [19:54]
Tell us more about Travel Bubble the Podcast, what prompted you to begin this? [22:24]
The world is a beautiful place and I urge you to go out and see it. [25:09]
I am not all about going overseas and going to these exotic places, now more than ever it time to have a look at what’s around you and be grateful. [25:30]

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“Greece’s diversity on the landscape, combined with the history and the wonderful culinary experience is something that can surely move any visitor” Thanassis Phocas

When looking out for an outstanding travel destination, Greece always stands out and the amazing part about this tourist destination is that it is always in season. All sites in Greece have something special to offer that will surprise you every single time you visit Greece. But how do you ensure that you get that amazing experience with every visit to Greece? Our guest today, Thanassis Phocas, lets us in into this beautiful travel destination that has been labeled ‘the cradle of western civilization’, and explains why it is important to seek guidance from local travel experts in order to maximize on the opportunity of having the best travel experience.

Thanassis Phocas is the sales and senior project manager with Horizon Travel. He was born and raised in Athens and this makes him the best person to contact as you plan to take that trip to Greece. He loves to challenge himself, is a quick adapter and good at multitasking, which is definitely needed in his job. Horizon travel is a place that will help you to not only expand what you may see of this beautiful country of Greece, but will also give you the desire of travelling there and comfort while you plan your next event.

In today’s episode, we will give our viewers and listeners the opportunity to hear from a travel expert on the amazing destination that is Greece and also why it is important to consider seeking the services of a local expert whenever there are plans to visit any destination, most especially Greece.

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I am a member of Horizon travel team, a company based in Athens which operates all around mainland Greece and the Islands. [2:20]
I promote the destination of Greece and all that it has to offer both on corporate travel basis as well as individual travel. [3:01]
The way the department is set up and its operational guidelines are based on tailor made proposals in line with the guests’ requirements [3:50]
The team makes best use of the contacts and the cooperation that have been built between the local vendors and Horizon Travel which has been in existence for more than 70 years. [4:00]
This provides reassurance for everybody when travelling with us that they are not on their own during the course of their trip [5:25]
Our team steps in to offer travelers the necessary insights needed to align their expectations with their experiences [7:38]
There are very many things that can be experienced and the scenery rapidly changes and that experience is amazing for any visitor [10:22]
Commercial Break [12:08]
Experience depends on what time of the year you visit, which area of the country you find yourself at and what you are aiming for. [14:10]
You can be visiting the same country, for ten consecutive years but seeing completely different places with different feeling and experiences [14:33]
It may sound hard to be helping people, narrow down to a destination but if you ask enough questions you will get to know what they are looking for in their adventure and then tailor for them. [18:20]
It can sound strange for travelers when asked questions by agents but we explain and they understand that the intention is to give them options that best match their requirements. [18:35]
The port of Symi is like it came from a fairy tale with the colorful buildings and the shape of the town. It is unbelievable even for us [19:34]
There is a little bit of a misconception that a yachting trip can be super expensive, but there are affordable options that are worth considering. [20:50]
Considering the very strange days we are currently experiencing; it is important to try and proceed in planning things with the assistance of a local expert to direct you accordingly and accurately [24:00]

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“Travel opens your heart, broadens your mind and fills your life with stories to tell.” ~ Emily Williams

Have been you wanting to travel and have been struggling on how to go about it? Or simply wondering why you should travel? If so, our guest today has interesting tips and shares interesting experiences that will help us navigate travel.

In this episode we talk about how to navigate travel and the impact it has or can have in our daily lives and change our overall world view.

Emily Williams been travelling around the world for the last fifteen years. Being in a different environment was a real thrill and it opened up her eyes to want to explore the country and the world even more. She knows it so well that she launched her own company Being Around the World Travels, to ensure that travelers are well informed and also well exposed to the best travel experience they can have from beginning to end. In her travel she saw a couple of things that prompted her to start her own company one of them being to deal with diversity and expose mainly people of color to the world one country at a time. Her favorite destination to date is a tossup between Paris and Nairobi. The metropolis in Nairobi rivals any major city. The safari and the beaches rival the Caribbean in Kenya. It’s the ultimate dream vacation.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecheesetoyourmac

I started Been Around the World Travels [BATW travels] to inspire people of color to travel around the world [02:44]
We are trying to change the narrative that people of color do not travel and have the exposable income to travel [03:23]
Our first trip was to south Africa in 2016. [03:33]
We been to south Africa we’ve been to Ballese, Kenya, Ghana and mainly Caribbean destinations
We had a woman in the Greece trip who was so afraid of the water but because we were all in the ocean with her was able to get it and she was like “I never thought that I would be able conquer my fear but with you guys I was able to.” [06:36]
Recognizing that once you’ve been to some place that you never thought you go it really opens up your eyes [06:59]
I also love the fact that when people come back from where you are taking them they are seeing their place in the word differently. [07:09]
My partner and I started our own host agency and that means we can bring other agents under us and train them [10:10]
Making sure that our mission; that is to inspire people of color to travel stays at the forefront and once your mission is solid, things present themselves. [11:36]
Commercial &Marketing U. [12:00]
Where do you think we should all plan to go [14:06]?
You have to get to Kenya it is amazing, it’s a tri-factor [14:18]
When you do go to Kenya, double check your room before you check in just to make sure that it is there because they do oversell their rooms because they have so many people coming in and out [16:51]
So, when you are sleeping in the safari lodge, when you are out on safari, I’ve just always wondered when the animals are making noise at night are you laying there feeling comfortable or are you like this is just a tent. [17;52]
If somebody is sitting there and they are like “I’ve always wanted to go to Kenya, I don’t really know how to start” what do you suggest. [19: 08]
You can go with a group if you don’t feel safe, if you are well season traveler you can hire a travel agent to help with the details. [19:38]
Is there a better time of the year to go? [20:55]
I’d say go there in the winter which is in June/ July it’s not as hot [20:59]
If you go to Nairobi definitely stay in the west division it where Obama stays, he stayed in the Villa Rosa Kempinski [21:21]
Just go if 2020 taught us anything life is short, anything can happen at any time. If there is somewhere you want to go or something you want to do in your bucket list just do it [23:52]

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“When traveling, it is those heart to heart human experiences that people carry with them their whole life” Judith and Paul

For those who love to travel around the world, there are always endless opportunities to discover, learn and be a better human being. But how do you make sure that your experiences are personalized even as you travel and fully immerse yourself in the diverse beauty the world has to offer? Our guests today, Judith Fein and her husband Paul will challenge your travel beliefs and practices and present an interestingly refreshing perspective on how you travel, that will make you want to pack your bags and get on that journey to travel and experience the world anew.

Judith Fein lives to leave. In her 21 years’ experience working in the travel industry, she’s contributed to 110 international publications, blogs about Transformative Travel for Psychology Today; writes a New Mexico travel column and blogs for Santa Fean magazine; is Senior Travel Correspondent for San Diego Jewish Journal; gave a TEDx talk about Deep Travel; is widely interviewed in all media as a travel expert; authored three narrative non-fiction travel books — LIFE IS A TRIP: The Transformative Magic of Travel; THE SPOON FROM MINKOWITZ: A Bittersweet Roots Trip to Ancestral Lands; and HOW TO COMMUNICATE WITH THE DEAD…And How Cultures Do It Around The World.

In today’s episode, our guests talk about approaching travel differently, and how to get deeper, more meaningful experiences every time you set out on that journey to travel anywhere. They will also discuss about photojournalism and offer tips on how to take photos that are different and experiential.

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Website: https://www.GlobalAdventure.us or www.LivetoLeave.com

He loves to tell people how they can completely change the way they take photos [ 1:41]
It is not about us; it is about the reader and putting them in a participatory situation that makes them want to go out and experience the world more. [2:23}
When I was a kid, I wanted to be Marco Polo. He travelled the world and experienced things and he didn’t have a trip advisor nor did he have guidebooks. He went and the world opened up to him [3:08]
Here you are, going to one of the sites that everyone wants to go to, Machu Pichu, but you are not talking about the ruins of Machu Pichu, you are talking about a girl whose shoes don’t match and a pile of potatoes. [5:11]
I was a Hollywood screen writer for thirteen years, and I was miserable. I loved writing as a medium but I couldn’t do it. [6:49]
I checked into a monastery to do a silent retreat and I was allowed in for one week. [7:30]
My younger sister called and informed me about a new travel show in a public radio. I recorded what happened during my silence retreat which got me a spot as a regular on the show. [8:45]
We have done photography and writing, not only to share our experiences and thoughts but also to experience the world we are in. [9:50]
If you travel with your whole self, you become curious about other people and go back to the child in you, and ask questions which open up your potential for creative involvement with the world. You open up to having authentic exchanges with people. [10:50]
All of us, in one way or another are in sales which sometimes leads to a zone of inauthenticity (12:05]
You are bound to make mistakes but being genuinely interested in other people personally and their culture leads to opening all kinds of doors and possibilities and people will share [12:42]
Communication of any kind, doesn’t have to be a win- lose, but a chance to connect in a more humane manner. [15:04]
It is important to understand the cultural interactions so as to try to accommodate and not expecting that people will accommodate to us. [17:09]
Everything you do, from the moment you wake up, you are standing on the shoulders of people who came before you. [18:14]
You can plan to go to the oldest place you can find and experience the life of your ancestors and you will suddenly be connected to something larger than yourself [19:10]
I would recommend to go to Galapagos Islands because there you will have a different relation with animals for the rest of your life [22.52]
We are always asked what our favorite place is but you cannot compare two different experiences because they both great. [25:03]
We have seen people arrive in a country that they have never been to before and they get emotional and naturally find their way around [26:44]

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“Allow yourself to mourn what you have lost.” ~ Theresa Dominguez-Weiss

When Theresa Dominguez-Weiss experienced the death of her beloved grandmother something extraordinary happened, but it was so overwhelming she completely buried the memory. Years later, the remembrance of “Deathwalking,” accompanying her Abuelita (grandmother in Spanish) Grandma Rosie to the OtherSide and returning, bubbled to the surface. She knew she had to share this remarkable experience with the world, every detail in all their shimmering glory.

Theresa Dominguez-Weiss, Family Nurse Practitioner, retired, author, researcher in neuroscience and workshop facilitator. She conducts healing pilgrimages to power places around the world including the Great Pyramid, Machu Picchu, the pyramids of the ancient Mayans, Stonehenge plus others.

Dominguez-Weiss, has experienced many transformative events that most people would consider outside the realm of ordinary life. In the hopes of inspiring others, she has woven them together in this captivating book. Her life is extraordinary, and her stories are fascinating. Deathwalker: Journeys of Life, Death & Beyond includes her experiences with death and near-death, intuition, and shamanic adventures at ancient power places such as the Great Pyramid, Sphinx and Machu Picchu.

For her, these “peak” moments have served as springboards into a more meaningful life.

Website: https://theresadominguezweiss.com/

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Our whole entire existence as individuals has been shocked during these Covid times and we are faced with the world as we knew it is no longer is and it will never be the same again. [03:31]
I still don’t know to this day why I said to my grandmother these words, “Grandma when it’s time for you to go, call me!” [06:21]
I didn’t remember anything else and did not for about 17 years. Then we had a conference the theme being Life, Death and Beyond. [07:28]
For 21 years I didn’t have the guys to publish what I had written. [08:48]
We have a ghost in our house. And whenever I tell people that they get scared. [09:57]
I wonder who it is but I feel like she loves this house, I feel like she is taking care of us and the next day we found a letter in the mail for her. [11:03]
When you are shocked, physically mentally emotionally or psychically shocked, neuro transmitters and neuro chemical reactions and a chain of reactions happens in your brain, nervous system, reflexes and you go into a ‘shutdown mode’. [12:59]
Commercial &Marketing U. [14:24]
What draws you back to these places specifically Egypt? What can you share with us about this place that can really motivate us and allow us to see how it can help us tap into our creativeness and wholeness as human beings? [17:30]
My experience in Egypt walking through the temples is that keys within yourself are turned on so that you are opened in the divine self, divine person who you are. [19:47]
Those keys start opening and you start feeling and sensing and actually knowing some of that information to get you to the point in your life or in your mind where you now know what is your destiny and why you were born. [20:44]
These representations of cultures are just glimpse to how short our lives are on this planet but we can still live legacies on a little scale or large scale. [23:28]
When things are renovated, the people renovating are doing their job but they are not highly trained, high level sensitive and initiates who have spent decades studying the ancient magic of how to build these temples from a secret place. [25:45]
I would recommend with a world service company who has had a lot of experience and has very special staff. [27:35]
People have told me, throughout the years coming and traveling to Egypt that the trips have totally changed their lives. [30:08]
In fact, one little guy said, “I divide my life into two, before Egypt and after Egypt. I can’t explain everything that I felt but there is something in those places.” [30:20]
Allow yourself to mourn what you have lost. Let that flow through you. [32:52]
Smile every day. [34:44]

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“Travelling was the best thing for my kids, they became really brave world citizens through travel” ~ Estee Gubbay

At a time when the world is experiencing a significant reduction in travel, Estee Gubbay believes that it may actually be the perfect time to create your long-term travel plan, and even better, grab the opportunity to live your dream of working while at the same time exploring the world through travel.

Estee Gubbay is a top travel advisor, TV correspondent and writer on world travel. She is the author of the bestselling book, “Your Travel Bucket List: The Ultimate Guide to Enrich Your Life with Great Adventures and Unforgettable Memories”. With more than twenty years of facilitating workshops on goal setting, self-care, and pursuing a life of balance and fulfillment, she uses her expertise to guide her clients through the process of creating their ideal travel bucket list and planning incredible trips. Estee is honored to be recognized as one of Condé Nast Traveler's Top Travel Specialists of 2021

In today’s episode, we learn how our guest found her balance and fulfilment in travel, how to find that balance between work and leisure, and also get to know when is the right time to create your ideal travel bucket list. Estee will encourage us to start looking at travel from different lenses and integrate work with travel, explore the world and make lifetime memories.

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I found my balance and fulfilment through travel, and therefore reorganized my business around what I was most passionate about. [2:35]
A lot of us have our own businesses which have gone online so you can be a nomad and build your business from anywhere [5:00]
It is really exciting to think about how we can incorporate more relaxation and enjoyment while we are doing what we are doing. [7:30]
There are great ways to do it and you can do it from different pay points. In the US we have many great places to go, by car or by train which is a great way to isolate yourself from others and the cruise ships are also coming back [7:55]
My retirement dream is to buy a condor cabin on a ship called ‘The World’. [10:55]
If you were smart and had reserves to get you through this year, you have spent the entire year improving your business. [12:45]
It is the same with the cruise ships and hotel industry who have done renovations, put in new policies and new practices for safety which are all making travel better now. [13:05]
A lot of resorts have put together long term stay and work packages offering dedicated spaces to work and also child care and a tutor [14:42]
From a business perspective I thought it was a smart decision because all I need are a few long-term lifelong clients [18:10]
Writing a book is one of the best ways to give yourself expert status [19:00]
Now that we are not travelling, this is the best time to sit down and really think about that bucket list. [20:05]
The best way to do that is to think about what milestones are going to happen in your life and the people that you travel with because those are fantastic travel opportunities [20:30]
You can start getting excited about those times now even if they are five years from now. [21:00]
I work with many financial advisors because they want me to help their clients set a budget [22:20]
Looking from a financial point or important occasion point, you can think about what you are able to do now and what you may not be able to do in future. [ 22:50]
One of the best ways to travel is taking the multigenerational trips [26.08]

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“Nature comes first, we love nature.” Ed and Natasha

Our Guest today is going to feed our souls. In a little bit different way. Ed and Natasha are the one who founders of a lovely little bakery called BRED spelt not the way you think so. They are originally from UK and they are both work in the hospitality industry. In 2013 they decided let’s just pack up and go to BC snowboard for the season and see what happens.

As they did it created this desire to bake amazing bread, but also really do so in a way that is truly that is not only from the table but being more careful and caring about what we eat, looking at plant based diets in particular they came up with a concept that is really working for them.

Things you may not know about Ed and Natasha, Ed has been a foot man for state visits at Buckingham Palace and winter castle. He once put out a fire in a London underground tube he has cooked Dj Jazzy Jeff from the fresh prince of bell air.

Natasha grew up in foster care in south east London, she became vegetarian at age 7. She surfed around the world in Bali, Australia, Mexico and she cannot swim. Her first job was working as a clown in children’s parties where the kids chased her around to fight her or run away screaming and all she got paid is five euros per hour.

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I’ve always worked as a chef and loved food from a very early age and loved baking with my mum [3:41]
I never worked with packaged foods or anything like that, we made everything from scratch, everything was organic [4:11]
Eventually I worked in a restaurant that made bread from scratch for their guests and I loved the process [4:22]
When we moved to whistler, I worked at restaurant people would buy bread in and I started the program there and it sort of snowballed [4:49]
I started making sour dough for friends and they’d wanted to buy the bread [5:00]
So, we spent time in Vancouver Island, working on farms for board and food. Ed started making sour dough for the farmers we were working with and stay with [5:21]
It was a great movement in 2020 where people could have that extra time and they may not have made sour dough but I think everyone has a higher appreciation of the time and skill that goes into it [6:45]
It’s been really nice through our social media platforms Instagram mostly, people are asking for more tutorials and asking questions and it’s an opportunity for me to engage with the rest of the world [7:06]
As a child I was just a natural vegetarian I didn’t enjoy eating meat [7:46]
When you are about that age you start visiting farms with the school and you discover the meat is animals. I remember being told that If you didn’t eat that you were vegetarian and so I gladly accepted the label. [8:32]
It was quite difficult being vegetarian as a child, people would cook meat generally and I would say sorry I’m vegetarian, and a lot the dads would say get some meat in you [8:51]
For me it’s just been a journey of learning and I’m much happier with my life now staying away from that stuff [10:20]
I think that just because more people are aligned to veganism but many people want to incorporate that in their diet. So it’s not always someone who is vegan who will ask for the vegan option [10:51]
From a professional point of view as a chef I really enjoyed travelling and working I travelled to New Zealand and Australia both countries have an influence from Asia and good fusion mix. [12:14]
Moving to Australia open and broaden my look on food and cooking with textures and stuff and this influenced my cooking and baking [12:42]
I was really surprised I went to Australia in the 90’s and I didn’t expect to have such Asian infused food like that [13:14]
Commercial &Marketing U. [18:42]
Tell us about whistler and why someone would want to visit whistler. [21:21]
The intent was to come for 6 months and move to Montreux. They say come for the winter and stay for the summer [21:47]
We fell in love with the community and what the tourist bring to the village. [22;18]
Our bakery is 100 percent plant based and we did that because we are both vegan but everyone is welcome. [22:49]
We are located in creek side as It expanded in the 70’s more to the north. We are the first place you get visit from Vancouver and you can ski all day. [23:00]
For people who aren’t into winter there is a lovely spa called the Scandinavian spa which is an outdoor spa, in the forest overlooking the mountains and you can sky dive [24:03]
In the summer you’ve mountain biking and down the hill biking and doing trails [24;33]
Many people come to whistler for wild life watching as well there are lots of black bears and its very safe. [25:47]
The community here loves the bears and teach that to the visitors. The trash tins are not easy to open coz of the bears [26:32]
I love the fact that the community is intentional about teaching about respect and keeping balance between natural wild life and community. [27:42]
Nature comes first, we love nature [28:56]
Persistence is the key in baking, try and try again. [34:08]
I think what said about baking is something we can keep remembering. When you see Instagram pages take it with a pinch of salt and get off your phones as well and make sure you are outside getting some nature and fresh air, even if it’s for one hour. [34:42]

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“Go for your true potential, test the limits, find out what you are worth and what you are made off.” ~ Jason Stapleton

If you could live and work from anywhere, where would it be? Have you created income mobility for yourself so that your business can be managed from anywhere in the world? If not, our guest today will inspire you to do just that.

In today’s episode we discuss constantly and deliberately increasing your own human capital, controlling your income, and making your business mobile, and more.

Jason Stapleton is an American entrepreneur, podcaster, business coach, and trusted marketing and brand consultant. He grew his first company, Trade Empowered, into a multi-million-dollar brand as one of the largest and most well-respected trading education companies in the world. Six years after founding Trade Empowered, Jason started The Jason Stapleton Program, a podcast focused on economics and current events. Today Jason teaches aspiring entrepreneurs how to bridge the gap between 9-5 employment and a life of true freedom, as well as coaching established entrepreneurs on increasing the influence they have in their market, so they can maximize their profits and create a more abundant and rewarding life.

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I have a vision of the world; I happen to believe that we are at the very beginning of a great economic and cultural transition. Not necessarily a reset but a transition. [02:48]
I believe the best way to insulate yourself from that change and to make sure you can not only survive but thrive in the economy of now and the future is to do three basic things [03:18]
- Constantly and deliberately be increasing your own human capital. [03:31]
- Control the source of your income. [03:42]
- To make the business mobile. [04:47]
I had all these things that I wanted to do, but I was so busy being fed and serving up those meals that I didn’t take stock of the next step. [06:20]
Money only matters to people who don’t have any. [08:37]
Total Autonomy; Being able to do what we want, when we want, with who we want, where we want, on our terms, without care or concerns for the cost. [08:49]
What I want are a group of people that I really enjoy spending time with and a business that allows me the freedom to go anywhere I want in the world and still continue to operate that business. [09:48]
There is a report that said, “by 2050, 50% of Americans will be self-employed.” [10:45]
Not everybody can be an entrepreneur! That is such an incredibly short sighted belief system that has no basis in reality. [11:56]
This is literally the best time in history to be alive. Opportunity abounds. [12:53]
We started a second business where we are connecting people with a remote workforce/ talent. [13:56] Kukuabiz
The great thing about the world we are living in is there are people like you and me who are not just teaching this stuff but are actively engaged in the work that we are teaching others how to do. [15:23]
Commercial &Marketing U. [16:26]
Many of the ways to be an entrepreneur today means you can do it anywhere; you can have a nomadic lifestyle. [18:45]
How can you tempt people to have a nomadic lifestyle? [19:13]
First of all, you have to want to do that. Some people this idea is not appealing to them, they are home bodies. [19:25]
One of the easiest ways for you to start creating that mobile income is to take what you do and teach it to somebody else. [22:50]
There has never been a better time to do this because now, there are so many people in the business of helping you be great in your business. [24:12]
What’s the one place you have being to that you think everyone should put in their bucket travel list. [25:40]
Don’t be afraid, take a chance, take a risk what is the worst that could happen. [28:33]
Most people cling so tight to what we have that we don’t enjoy that give us a good living and miss out on an incredible amazing life that you can only have if you are willing to take a risk.
Most people live a life of mediocrity, somewhere between total failure and their true potential because that is what feels the safest. [29:23]
Go for your true potential, test the limits, find out what you are worth and what you are made off. [29:31]

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Thank you to our June Sponsor: &Marketing U

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Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

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“Every time you encounter a different culture a different environment you expand as a human being.” ~ Jeff Rasley

Many of us have different experiences with travel but how many of us have had travel open up a new world, a new you that you never thought existed. In his travel escapades Jeff Rasley encountered a new culture that led him start up a foundation for a community which he encountered whilst travelling.

In this episode we get to vicariously live through his experience and learn how travel can open up avenues you never thought existed.

Jeff Rasley is the founder of the Basa Village Foundation, which funds culturally sensitive development in Nepal. He is the co-founder of the Jeff and Alicia Rasley Internship Program for the ACLU of Indiana.

Jeff Rasley is the author of eleven books; the most recent is Anarchist, Republican... Assassin, a political novel. The tenth was You Have to Get Lost Before You Can Be Found, a memoir about 25 years of adventures and development work in the Himalayas. He has published numerous articles in academic and mainstream periodicals, including Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, Family Law Review, The Journal of Communal Societies, Quest Magazine, and Friends Journal. He is an award-winning photographer and his pictures taken in the Himalayas and Caribbean and Pacific islands have been published in several journals. He has appeared as a featured guest on over 100 radio and podcast programs.

Website: https://www.Jeffrasley.com

I found love with the Himalayan mountains, the nature, the people and the culture of the people that live up in the high mountains. [04:49]
If you have a well round organization and dependable people you can take time off. [06:39]
I think an organization will run so much better if people feel when they hit a burn out stage and need a time out then can take time to go recharge their batteries. [10:10]
What possessed you to start your foundation and what kind of things do you try to achieve with your foundation that are allowing you to feel like you are giving back. [11:40]
Culturally sensitive development. [17:40]
It was an illustration of how you can maintain a traditional culture but also have the advantages that modern medicine and technology can do for you. [19:34]
Every project would be requested by the village itself. None of the projects were our ideas, they were ideas of the villagers. [20:48]
All of the construction work the villagers did themselves and we do not pay them for that. Then they own it. [21:16]
We didn’t want to create a culture of dependency where we just give them stuff and then it’s like they aren’t really invested in it. [21:38]
Commercial &Marketing U. [21:55]
To me it’s a form of meditation, putting one foot in front of the other, your focus becomes where you place your feet, stopping now and then to take in the surrounding nature. [27:18]
Do you a moment where you feel guilty for someone else carrying your luggage and stuff up the mountains? [28:40]
Your guilt ends when you do what a lot of us like to do which is try to lift the bag. [28:46]
They are the strongest people in the world and to them it’s like a job. [29:22]
Take time every year, life is short and travel. [31:05]
Every time you encounter a different culture a different environment you expand as a human being. [31:23]

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“People are really created to have adventure, to experience adventure.” ~ Jake Shumate

How would you like to travel the country in a 1973 VW Bus, experiencing great food and enjoying outdoor adventures, all for the purpose of inspiring others to live a healthy life? Our guest today does just that!

In this episode we learn about how Jake combined his own personal wanderlust with his desire to regain and retain health and fitness, and how to help us all be more aware of our 5 senses. We also learn about where he thinks everyone should visit, find a fish taco or three, walk a beach or climb a mountain, and get back in touch with nature. And it’s all in his own backyard of Laguna, CA.

As a Firefighter/Paramedic for more than 16 years, Jake Shumate has witnessed most illnesses people experience can be avoided. To fight fire with fire, Jake created Joy Bus Journeys, a fun online show to inspire people to live a healthy life. Each episode, Jake takes viewers on a Joy Bus Journey where they learn the benefits of eating delicious nutritious food, enjoying simple adventures, and caring for the environment.

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People are really created to have adventure, to experience adventure. [04:10]
When you experience nature your stress levels go down. 04:34]
People’s actual environment, that they live in has a huge indicator of how healthy they are going be. [05:13]
Wherever you are there is some kind of adventure to be had, and its radically important for all of our health and wellbeing. [06:33]
Because we are so disconnected from the earth we have lost this ability to get rid of the negative ions. [13:46]
The idea of meditation is, awareness within yourself but if you do a walking meditation it’s really about awareness of what’s around you and how you are interacting with your environment. [14:26]
Something that I do when we go for a run, there is a spot with 6 trees and I would go to the trees and touch each of those trees. What I am running is connecting with the environment around me. [15:02]
It’s so helpful for our health physically, mentally, emotionally to remove ourselves from the story we are telling ourselves and move into something that is really present and around us. [16:16]
Commercial &Marketing U. [16:39]
What really folks don’t know about Laguna beach is that it’s definitely a food hotspot. [19:30]
For me and my family, going on adventure or a trip goes with eating delicious food. Those two things have to go together. [20:05]
One of the important things is that when you travel, you can use technology to your advantage, and go with what your intention is. [22:54]
Think outside the box, you can go to a local farm that does farm dinners or farm dates. [24:22]
When we eat it makes a big difference. [27:44]
When we eat and make choices about what we eat and where its sourced from we are helping the planet and helping ourselves. [27:59]
If it green and came out of the ground, it’s probably safer to eat that something that comes out of a bag. [28:15]
If you look at the ingredients and you don’t know what it is, don’t eat it. [28:20]

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Thank you to our June Sponsor: &Marketing U

Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

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Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

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“You are whole and complete from the day you were born to the day you pass on.” ~ Triptta Neb Butkovich

Triptta Neb Butkovich was a successful organizational development consultant, an awesome executive coach, the life of the party, & the mother to 2 gorgeous boys. She was also a victim of narcissistic abuse. After 16 years of secretly living for someone else, she realized, only she could change her situation. She began to seek out different kinds of support to help her make sense of the chaos and hurt in her life. Hundreds of hours of healing modalities, attending mass coaching in auditoriums, studying the human psyche via short accreditations and a PhD enrollment, her coaching background, her openness and readiness to take action paid off - it took 8 long years, for her to find her identity, understand her values, embrace her vulnerabilities and to finally take her power back.

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Website: https://designyou.ca/

I underwent 16 years of abuse from my husband, physical abuse, financial abuse, sexual abuse, you just name it. [04:36]
My abuse at home made me work really hard in my job but was I truly happy and successful. [05:37]
Success is not equal to happiness. I am a living example of that. I was extremely successful in my business but I was extremely unhappy in my life. [06:12]
The sense of belonging is the first thing that is eroded when you are facing abuse, that sense of belonging is the first thing that is responsible for your depression, lack of sense of belonging is the first thing responsible for a lot of anxiety that you face. [08:55]
To keep the facade up took so much energy I had no time to give to personal relationships because I would have to work so hard to keep it up. [10:24]
Don’t judge a book by its cover, don’t look at a person and thing they have it all. [11:23]
We have kind of set or created this picture in our minds that this is what happiness looks like, or this is what you need to look like or be like to come across as successful so that people would want to connect with you. [13:07]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [ [14:52]
You never know what else is going on in anybody else’s lives. [16:12]
It takes small incremental steps to get a person out of that situation. [17:40]
When I started taking these small steps that’s when my own confidence within my own self started to grow and I started to feel better myself. [19:05]
It is really critical for you to have a sense of self, its super important for you to be able to build that sense of self, that is to find your self-identity again. [19:48]
What your identity might have been versus what your identity is today of you is something you need to discover. But also know you can create your own identity. [20:01]
Your external identity is as important as your internal identity. [23:11]
It is important for you to feel comfortable with your decisions that they are in line with your values. [23:30]
Everything and anything that puts you down help you create limiting beliefs and they prevent you from taking steps going further. [23:58]
What is really important to understand in an abusive situation is trying to maintain a balance of your chakras really helps you take those initial steps. [29:02]
Breath! You are the most important person in your life nobody else’s. [34:16]
You are whole and complete from the day you were born to the day you pass on. [34:26]
You are the only one who can actually fulfil yourself, nobody else can fulfil you in any way shape or form. [34:33]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

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“If you want to shock your potential, then change your habits.” ~ Jay Sooknanan

Going down the wrong path in life does not mean that you can’t make change for the better. Your past does not define your future if you make conscientious choice, and our guest today knows that personally and professional.

In this episode we learn about Jay’s background and how his wrong choices earlier in life prompted him to start living his life for his own dreams and goals, and not to please others. He also reminds us to love ourselves, even in, or maybe especially in, times of strife.

Jay Sooknanan is a Health and Wellness Guru who supports people and communities to live abundantly through well-rounded finances, health practices, and practices of well-being. He is also the author of Abundance - A Journey from Anxiety And Depression.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedIn.com/JaySooknanan/

If you want to shock your potential, then change your habits. [04:14]
Always try to give me than you take, generosity is great. As I give more I receive. [05:06]
Doctors are great people, but the system itself doesn’t set them up to be the best service to people. [06:06]
The transition from employed to entrepreneurship can really affect you especially if you are not used to asking for things. [07:17]
You don’t need to convince people if your product or service if good. People are going to want it. [08:43]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [12:13]
What are your thoughts on helping people to start to make this mental transition and find some peace as we start to live a non-lockdown life? [14:42]
When you actually face challenges are you going to rise up and lead or fall back into your old habits? [15:12]
Take care of yourself, take care of your health, take care of your mind. Your mind is the most important thing. [16:01]
Instead of falling into the rabbit hole of negativity you got to learn to swim into positivity. [17:15]
If you meditate, it actually elevates your immune system more that exercise. [17:47]
Get a practice, get something you like that could reduce your thoughts, reduce your stress and relax your mind. [21:06]
Take that moment for you. Draw a line in the sand and create a routine that is going to manifest the life that you want. [21:43]
Your routine is going to dictate where you go. [21:55]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

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“The level of belief you have in yourself dictates how you show up as well.” ~ Lauren Saunders

Do you believe that your mindset plays a role in your success? Have you used manifestation strategies to grow your business and overall success? Our guest today talks about these tools and more.

In this episode we talk about how to show up powerfully, to others and for ourselves, and how to harness the power of our own positive mindset for success. We also discuss how our thoughts are tied so intrinsically to our reality, and how our brain searches for proof of what it is looking for.

Lauren Saunders is a business mentor for spiritual entrepreneurs. At the age of 28, she left her career as a high school art teacher for a life of entrepreneurship, and she’s built two full-time businesses by implementing mindset, marketing, & manifestation strategies that actually work. Her experience and massive success has allowed her to coach business owners all over the world into full-time entrepreneurship. As an entrepreneur, she’s quadrupled her income as a teacher and lives a life of travel, freedom and passion. She is lit up when providing ambitious business owners with the tools they need to manifest the success and lives they truly desire.

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As a business coach, I love talking to people about making more money if it’s something they desire. [03:24]’
All of us have incredible potential but for the most part it remains untapped. [04:01]
When you feel good about how you are putting yourself out there and believe in your offers, services and yourself, you are going to market yourself differently. [05:10]
I believe in speaking to people powerfully about what you have to offer and being confident on how you can help them. [08:05]
You talk about working with spiritual entrepreneurs, what do you mean by that? [10:41]
I am working with people who know that they are a part of something much bigger, that they can rely on the universe, or on life or on God. [12:19]
I work with people who understand just how powerful their thoughts and their mindsets are in creating their reality and are wanting to learn how to leverage they energy to create a life they love. [12:39]
The level of belief you have in yourself dictates how you show up as well. [14:46]
I think we need to allow ourselves to embrace whatever level of mindset or spirituality or energy work that resonates with you. [15:34]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [18:27]
It’s not about perfection, it’s about doing it. [20:27]
Most of the time when we are talking about mindset it’s within this idea that there are things to change. [21:51]
There is an immense amount of freedom when we change the story that we have about our emotions and stop making them wrong. [22:10]
It’s not the emotions themselves that we feel, it’s the story that we have about them. [22:25]
Thoughts become things, allow yourself to play around with the potential of things that you desire to create in your life. [29:33]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

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“When you are doing big things, big fear is going to show up.” ~ Stacy Bahrenfuss

Is something keeping you back from your fullest potential? Do you see yourself as limitless? Our guest today can help you with both!

In this episode we learn about her entrepreneurial journey in the real estate industry, which began at the early age of 19, her drive to accelerate the potential in others, and about her mission to smash the shackles of suffering by shining a light on the truth so that her clients can achieve everything they want. Her programs serve as a catalyst for deep inner transformation to create lasting whole life success, and how to do it all from a limitless, beautiful inner state.

Stacy Bahrenfuss is on a mission to guide female change makers to freedom and fulfillment to be limitless and leave a legacy. Stacy is the founder of Catalyst Group, and creator of the Inside Out Success Method, a system at the core of her premier consulting program for female change makers, Limitless with Stacy B. Stacy is the owner of a 7-figure real estate company, Founder of The Truth Teachers™ and Ultimate Break-through Accelerator™. Her customized results-oriented approach to personal development is reflective in her unmatched intuitive 1:1 consulting, intimate group coaching, and exclusive certification program.

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My mission is to really help people return home, to their power their potential and awaken all of themselves so that they can step into who they are supposed to be. [03:38]
Women are most powerful when they are tapped into themselves energized up on a self-care routine. [04:22]
It’s amazing who and what will come out of the wood works to try and get on your way. You are on the right track if you have a lot of speed bumps along the way. [08:40]
As women, as we build things we are so emotionally attached. We feel like they are a part of us. [09:32]
We have a choice every day to focus on ourselves or focus on serving our clients and asking them what they need. [15:50]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [17:28]
What are your thoughts on having people really be able to take better care of their selves and mental health and prepare them for the next transition in their lives? [19:30]
It’s never about the challenge externally, but the stress and suffering are about the internal dialogue commentary and suffering that creates more chaos. [20:52]
The biggest think is to pay attention to what is going on internally when external things happen. [21:13]
There are going to be a lot of people whose fear is going to manifest in a whole different way unless we start helping ourselves to take deeps breaths, relax, reflect and deal with the emotional side effects that come with along. [24:40]
Fear is always going to be there; you just have to consciously decide that you are not going to let fear drive your car. [27:15]
When you are doing big things, big fear is going to show up. [27:38]
The small you does not want you to accomplish the big things because that means you are going to grow and you going to impact a lot of people and bring them up with you. [27:52]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

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“The more you start to realize how you can get outside of your comfort zone and be comfortable being uncomfortable the more you learn about yourself.” ~ Alex Harris

Most of us have dealt with Imposter Syndrome in one way or another, and our guest today has as well. The difference? He has found joy in the simple, intentional improvements of his life.

In this episode we talk about how he uses art and science analytics to increase the user experience of websites and apps, but that this approach has also proven valuable to his own pursuit of continual improvement. Right out of college and into his career, he realized he didn’t really know how to “show up” at work functions, in meetings, etc. And by tackling some of his fears heads on, like public speaking, he found joy is just trying to continually get just a little bit better.

Alex Harris is a conversion-focused web designer, online marketing expert, and best-selling author. Boost E-commerce Sales and Make More Money- Three Hundred Tips to Increase Conversion Rates and Generate leads and Small Business Big Money Online – A Proven System to Optimize eCommerce Websites and Increase Internet Profits. He is also the host of the Happy Progress Growth Podcast. Alex’s goal is to help you maximize the ROI of your life.

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7VJMR33cyNPWPMlBliLBSw

Podcast: https://happyprogress.com/

I use art and science analytics to improve the overall user experience of websites and apps. [02:29]
We not try to understand what drives people complete certain goals on the internet then design experiences and test them. [03:07]
The more you start to realize how you can get outside of your comfort zone and be comfortable being uncomfortable the more you learn about yourself. [04:12]
Podcasting was really a way for me to express myself. [06:01]
Podcasting helped me organize my thoughts, speak in comfortable and uncomfortable situations. [06:17]
The things that you think a lot of times are not real, it’s what your perception of yourself is. [11:18]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [12:33]
My goal is to interview entrepreneurs or people who have experience in growth and how to be super successful and what drives their happiness. [15:29]
You have to purposefully go out and seek that knowledge, seek that experience sometimes even when it’s really uncomfortable. [17:37]
When you take people along this journey through your podcast as you are interviewing them what kind of things do, they real do or what kind of stories do you hear from them? [19:56]
People; go getters, are not willing to let life dictate their intentions, they will decide to make a difference and they will change. [21:21]
Start, be intentional about what you want to accomplish. [23:26]
Create big hairy audacious goals for yourself and go after them. [23:49]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

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“It’s not necessary how you are doing it most of the times it’s what are you doing in the how you are doing it.” ~ Vanessa Zamy

Do you have a side-hustle that you want to make a full-time gig, or have a dream to be your own boss? If so, our guest today can help you navigate the transition from full-time work to full-time entrepreneurship.

Vanessa Zamy is a business expert, keynote speaker, and bestselling author dedicated to helping full-time employees transition to entrepreneurship by building their business while employed. Her consulting company, Your Vision's Catalyst, coaches and advises 9-to-5ers on how to build a profit-producing, purpose-driven business without the overwhelm.

If you’re ready for your next level business success, schedule time to connect with Vanessa for a complimentary Power Check-In - http://power.vzamy.com/

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In the Ultimate Productivity Bootcamp, Vanessa Zamy teaches efficient and effective productivity, marketing, sales, and mindset strategies to ambitious, purpose-led entrepreneurs. You can check out more information on the community and business knowledge here: bootcamp.vzamy.com

Website: http://power.vzamy.com/

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LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/zamyvanessa/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zamyvanessa/

It’s not hustling that is bad, it’s how you are hustling that may need a fix. [02:00]
It’s all about how you manage yourself, you can’t control all that is going on around you but you can control yourself and how you are showing up. [04:06]
A purpose driven business is, at the end of the day what I always ask my clients at the beginning, “On a scale of 1 to 10 with 10 being the highest, how much do you want this?’ [05:24]
I choose to see the sun other people choose to see the clouds. [07:10]
The Hustle and Breath Accelerator is about hustling and getting you to breath at the same time. Fitting your business into your existing life, getting your life to work with your business. [07:28]
It’s not necessary how you are doing it most of the times it’s what are you doing in the how you are doing it. [09:55]
Change is uncomfortable. When people reach that state of being uncomfortable it’s very easy to turn around. [16:08]
Entrepreneurship is a marathon. You got to decide is this business worth it to continue moving forward when you face things along the way. [16:50]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [20:18]
Do you want to complete the race? Then complete it, complete it the way you can complete it, complete it the way you want to. Keep moving forward. [19:03]
The biggest challenge with entrepreneurs is really keeping your head in the right area. [21:42]
It gets lonely when you don’t have someone in your corner. [22:14]
Entrepreneurship is 80% mindset and 20% actually taking action. [23:07]
With my clients I go through in the beginning and ask them what are their non-negotiables. [24:25]
A lot of people think that they are also going to leave their 9 to 5 job and being an entrepreneur is going to magically give you things. [25:20]
A lot of entrepreneurs are out there with this mindset of get rich quick. [26:22]
Just do it! Go for it and do it. [30:36]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

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“We all come from love, everything we see comes from love.” ~ Laurie Herbers

Anyone who has suffered trauma knows that it can follow you through life and emerges in many ways over time. Our guest today knows that all too personally, and finally found, not only peace, but purpose.

In this episode we talk about the lasting effects of wounds on our souls and the healing property of returning to and revisiting those traumas to replace the horrible memories with pearls of love. Laurie reminds us that every piece of our journeys is beautiful, even the painful ones. She now knows that fear means that something good will come.

Laurie Herbers is an Empowerment Coach and Author. In her youth she struggled in abuse and trauma, carrying the pain forth into adulthood. Hating life was her home and daily struggle until the day she decided to change her thoughts and beliefs and pursued love with a fervor that superseded everything else. Now her mission is to guide over a million individuals into the fullness of love so they can pursue their purpose with passion and love.

Her recent book is Second Chances: How I Turned Hate into Love and Found My Purpose.

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The heart of a lot of our struggles personally and professionally is some other lingering stuff that affects how we feel. [03:01]
We all come from love, everything we see comes from love. [04:39]
That is what helps people understand is that they can love themselves. Every piece of your journey is beautiful. [05:29]
It’s a twofold, not only to help them understand their own triggers, thought and emotions but to get to that place called the fullness of love. [06:45]
It wasn’t until I embraced all of my journey as beautiful because it got me here. [07:30]
When you get stuck in those feelings of unworthiness it’s hard to step back in. [10:02]
You have to literally consciously choose. [10:35]
Those tiny baby steps are moving you somewhere. [11:06]
You have to understand that you gain strength as you clear and sort. [14:22]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [15:51]
We are talking about diving down into ourselves and understanding some of our traumas. [17:04]
We forget that people’s perceptions aren’t ours. [18:15]
Love is forgiveness and acceptance towards others. [19:24]
Sometimes people do and say things to us that really have nothing to do with what they believe in us, they just do not know how to do different. [21:51]
You do not have to excuse the actions but you can learn to let go of their actions. [23:08]
That symbolic act of saying I choose not to have this be a part of me anymore if you really believe that it could be very powerful. [24:58]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

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“Your thoughts need to be your cheering squad not your hecklers.” ~ Ora Nadrich

The moments of our lives are opportunities to learn something valuable about ourselves, although we often take them for granted and waste them on negative, unproductive thoughts. Our guest today offers us another solution, specifically via the medium of mindfulness.

Ora Nadrich is founder and president of the Institute for Transformational Thinking and author of Live True: A Mindfulness Guide to Authenticity. A certified life coach and mindfulness teacher, she specializes in transformational thinking, self-discovery, and mentoring new coaches as they develop their careers.

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My work is really essentially about present moment awareness. [04:02]
If we changed our lives one thought at a time imagine the change, we would create in the world. [04:50]
Mindfulness is the practice of being present and awake in the moment which you are in. [08:32]
There is so much power in that, that I can pick and choose. [10:23]
Your thoughts need to be your cheering squad not your hecklers. They need to be helping you. [14:50]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [18:02]
Mindfulness is really the awareness of what can I do right now that is going to help me. [21:41]
When you catch yourself going into the future or lamenting about the past, catch yourself and bring yourself back into the moment and ask yourself what can I do right now that is going to help me. [24:15]
I have found myself many times in the last year quoting the serenity prayer. [25:05]
Self-care also involves sometimes switching off your TV and unplugging from social media at time. [33:50]
Nighttime is a time to start to bring the energy into a much calmer frequency. [35:28]
Start today with an awareness of your inner dialogue. Keep it positive and supportive of your well-being. [36:15]
When a thought comes up and tries to take you out of the moment, gently if you can, bring yourself back into the present moment and tell yourself something positive, loving and nurturing. [36:25]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

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“Unless you acknowledge the storm you are in; you are not going to appreciate the rainbow.” ~ Joree Rose

Who would you be if you were not afraid? Whose voice is talking to you, keeping you from being all that you are capable of? Our guest today can help you with these questions and more, and challenges us all to realize that the only way out, is through.

In this episode we talk about showing up as our whole self to others, asking tough questions that lead to deep insight like “Who would you be in you weren’t afraid?” and “Whose voice are you hearing?” We also talk about how strong emotion actually shuts down your executive function, and how that impacts you at all levels.

Joree Rose, MA, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist, mindfulness and meditation teacher, coach, author, speaker, and she also leads mindfulness retreats around the world. Joree has helped thousands of people to live happier and more fulfilling lives through living with greater awareness and compassion, allowing them to decrease their stress, anxiety and shed unhealthy habits, patterns and mindsets. Joree is host of the podcast ‘Journey Forward® with Joree Rose’ and has authored the newly released A Year of Gratitude, Daily Moments of Reflection, Grace and Thanks as well as 2 mindfulness books, Squirmy Learns to be Mindful and Mindfulness, It’s Elementary.

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I am a marriage and family therapist and the focus of my work is mindfulness. [02:45]
Even though I had a life I’ve always wanted, I cultivated the exact life I wanted. [03:27]
I was doing what was next in an effort to create safety and security because I was raised with a lot of family trauma. [04:04]
It wasn’t until mindfulness found me that I learned to slow down, learned to get out of my head, I learned to drop into my body and begin to trust that inner wisdom and my gut. [04:39]
And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was greater that the risk to blossom. [05:06]
You got to Breathe because if you breathe it will calm your brain and your body. [14:23]
How do I accept what I don’t like? Not like it doesn’t make it go away, not liking it only makes your reaction to bigger. [16:17]
The ABCs of mindfulness are Awareness, Breathe and the last one is Choice. [16:43]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [18:25]
When we are in survival mode, we just do what we have to do without even really thinking we doing it. [23:06]
The more we fight it the stronger our reaction will be to it. [24:52]
I like to define compassion as empathy plus action. [25:08]
To have self-compassion and think out of it, is to simply acknowledge to yourself that this is really hard right now. [26:12]
When you can give yourself that moment to pause and consciously inhale and exhale even if you don’t think it’s going to help you, it will calm your mind and help you manage whatever. [31:45]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

A Year of Gratitude: Daily Moments of Reflection, Grace, and Thanks (A Year of Daily Reflections)

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“Think about your blessings, focus on them. Everything old is new again.” – Joyce Fields

Born in Detroit, Michigan, Joyce is a retired Executive Assistant and now resides in Arcadia, California. She started her career as a stenographer at a major utility company. Joyce and her husband celebrated 53 years of marriage on June 3, 2020. They have two grown sons, eight grandchildren, four great-grandchildren. She and her husband have been together for more than 63 years--since they were both 13 years old. Joyce is the author of 10 books, mostly non-fiction, and she is also a professional proofreader. Her mission statement is: "I write books that inspire people on their journey to make the world a better place."

Her books are available at GoodShortBooks.com and Amazon.com.

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I wanted to capture the way our parents raised us. [03:10]
What I remember most was the calmness of our home. [04:13]
The recipes are in there because food had always been a very important part of our family. [05:42]
If somebody did something wrong, we fix it, we talk about it instead of yelling at each other. [12:29]
Both my parents transferred all these virtues to all their children. [15:15]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [16:45]
What advice would you give to people who are struggling, suffering with fear from the pandemic, they ‘ve lost their jobs or they are in high points of stress? [18:45]
It’s not to beat yourself up, it’s to straighten yourself out. [20:51]
There is nothing wrong with making mistakes, what’s wrong is if you don’t own up to them. [20:56]
Integrity; doing the right thing when nobody is looking. [21:13]
Do unto other as you would have them do unto you. [21:33]
The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. [24:23]
My saying is I am too blessed to be stressed. [25:47]
Think about your blessings, focus on them. Everything old is new again. [26:00]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

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“Don’t ignore reality, deal with what’s there.” ~ Dr. Traci Moreno

It takes courage to ask for help. But when you do, opportunities for healing about. Our guest today knows all about that.

In this episode we talk about the courage to take steps towards personal growth, emotional healing, living in a post-pandemic world, and more. After listening, you will not only want to visit her clinic, but you will also want to find the same peace that she brings to her clients.

Dr. Traci Moreno is a clinical and forensic psychologist with 17 years of experience, and is the owner of Free Spirit Coaching & Psychological Services in Cave Creek, AZ. Her experience includes working as a therapist at inpatient residential facilities for severely mentally ill criminal defendants, as a Senior Psychologist at a maximum-security prison in Los Angelas County, and the Director of Mental Health Services for a community clinic before deciding to slow down her life and bring her passions for spirituality, nature, animals and fitness into her psychology career.

The practice sits on a beautiful 2-acre property with mini donkeys and Zen garden gazebos, which serve as their offices. Dr. Moreno collaborates with other providers and incorporates equine-assisted therapy, spiritual coaching, reiki, sound healing, Thai massage and yoga into her treatment plans. Free Spirit also offered private and customized retreats.

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I have seen counselors throughout my life and some of them have really nice office but it’s still like walking into an office building. [04:26]
As a society we are using our words better to convey this emotional trauma everybody had been in. [06:58]
Breakdown the stigmas of seeking help and support. [09:53]
You have a number of ways you incorporate animals in your whole experience too. [10:13]
Its sequentially proven that just being in the presence of an animal lowers your heart rate, it releases all happy chemicals in your brain, it calms us down. [10:25]
There is going to be a sense of being afraid to be physically close to people you don’t know or those you do know. [13:59]
That’s how we respond horses and donkeys reflect our behavior that’s why they are used in therapy. [15:48]
Life is filed with a lot of difficult things, we go through so many challenges and struggles in life that this small moment in between where we can celebrate an achievement. [18:15]
Quality of life is just as important as say quantity or our safety. [1903]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [19:20]
This is the perfect opportunity to have more heightened awareness especially for the young people in our lives. [20:41]
My real hope for this month and focus of this podcast is to remind us all that taking good care of ourselves mentally] is something we can and should do. [21:20]
The one question I keep hearing from people over and over is “How do I come back, what if I don’t want to come and work in the office?” [ 23:59]
Don’t ignore reality, deal with what’s there. [27:58]
Getting help from other people is normal. [28:46]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

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“The more you work on yourself, the better your life reality becomes.” ~ Monica Parikh

Did you know that you have the power within you to create deep and meaningful relationships, with yourself, with others, and as a positive guide for your children? Our guest today not only knows you can, but also how to help you get there.

In this episode we learn about the catalyst for her own personal journey and how it inspired her to build this business designed to help her clients to transcend grief, shed ineffective behaviors, experience ongoing calm, resolve conflict peacefully, and more.

Monica Parikh is a teacher, writer, lawyer and public speaker. Through her business, School of Love NYC, she teaches love, psychology and higher consciousness. Using psychology, spirituality, non-violent communication and quantum physics, her curriculum gives clients practical skills in emotional intelligence to build healthy relationships.

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Website: https://www.schooloflovenyc.com/

My business is really meant to be disruptive in two realms; the psychological realm, and dating and love relationships. [03:37]
We don’t spend too much time, energy and financial investment in actually learning how to be healthy and whole in relationships. [04:17]
One of the biggest reasons people get divorced is money. [06:55]
I am seeing a younger generation, millennials really looking at marriage and relationships differently than their parents looked at it. [11:35]
Your parent’s relationship and the way they parent you has such a psychological imprint on your ability to attach later in life to other people. [12:07]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [13:49]
I belief that our relationship with God and our relationship with ourselves are the two primary relationships we have to work on. [16:34]
In securing our relationships with ourselves we tend to enter into a lot of insecure relationships. [16:50]
One of the really big things I see happening now is, people talking so openly about their emotional struggles. [20:26]
Social media has built a culture of look how great my life is and you have a real disconnection when your life doesn’t feel that great. [22:36]
When something doesn’t feel good anymore you either change the way you have relationship with it or you opt out. [24:25]
I noticed when I first went off social media how much it had shortened my attention span; how much I had been programmed for some kind of external validation that had to be instantaneous. [28:06]
As opposed to asking for life to change, ask for you to change. [32:17]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

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“Your relationship is a mirror of what is going on inside of you.” ~ Dr. Joli Hamilton

Do you have areas of your life where you know you are repeating behaviors that hold you back? Our guest today helps us to understand the impact of those behaviors on our success in business as well as our personal lives, and she has strategies for helping us to show up as fully in both as we want to.

In this episode we talk about understanding ourselves better to change patterns that don’t serve us, and we take a deep dive into the complex issues of jealousy and envy. Her insights will help you to make positive changes that produce the oxygen need to fuel the positive fires in your personal and professional lives.

Dr. Joli Hamilton is a research psychologist, best-selling author, TEDx speaker, an AASECT certified sexuality educator, and professor of human sexuality. She holds a doctorate in depth psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute where she studied the impact of jealousy on relationships.

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Website: https://www.jolihamilton.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjoli_hamilton/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.joli.hamilton/

Facebook business: https://www.facebook.com/jolidepthpsych

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joli-hamilton-phd/

Clubhouse: @drjoli_hamilton

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I coach women and those brave guys who want to dig in deep and find out what their actual potential is and how to show up fully in their relationships. [03:26]
So many people that I work with are tangled up and are not bringing their best self to their home life. [04:31]
Sometimes we are really acting out, we are not being mindful, we are not actually being ourselves. [12:41]
People get so caught up in “pointing fingers” at each other that they miss the fact that they have control over themselves. [15:57]
We don’t expect somebody else to fix our business problems, we know we have to get in there and do something differently. [16:04]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [19:09]
Jealousy and envy are super tightly related and yet distinct from each other. [21:14]
It’s not that it destroys your relationship with other people, it destroys your relationship to yourself. [29:24]
Once you get to that spot, the whole world is your opportunity. [32:53]
It’s okay to still be grieving over what was lost over this past year and the lessons learned are still there. [34:21]
Take a moment today and just think about how much acceleration happened this year, while it was painful and challenging it also offered us an opportunity to dig into issues that as individuals, as communities we have needed to look at for so long. So let’s keeps looking! [34:39]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

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“All of our behaviors and outputs are really just our brains best way to try to get us to change our behavior to keep us safe.” ~ Elisabeth Kristof

Did you realize that your body is constantly speaking to you? Or do you sometimes ignore that small pain, that twitch, or ache because you think it isn’t important? Our guest today reminds us that if we ignore what are body is telling us, what it needs to tell us, then it will just send the message louder and louder until you can’t ignore it any longer. In this episode we learn Elisabeth’s story and her own journey toward healing. She helps us understand that if we are in protective mode, we can’t be in performance mode and that our bodies can be trained to re-regulate our nervous system.

Elisabeth Kristof is an expert in using applied neurology to move people out of pain, unwanted behavior, and stress response. She is the founder of Brain-Based Wellness, a revolutionary online platform that trains the nervous system and body to resolve old patterns, improve performance and increase well-being. Elisabeth is a certified applied neurology practitioner who has been in the fitness and movement industry since 2007. She works with entrepreneurs, athletes, leaders and creatives to improve resilience, manage stress and regulate emotions through intentional, science-based brain training. Her research and work with hundreds of clients taught her that healing and change must occur in both the body and the mind, that each body, mind, and nervous system is unique, and most importantly, that with the right tools, we are all capable of healing.

Receive two free weeks of membership of Brain-Based Wellness here: https://brainbased-wellness.com/podcast/

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisabeth-kristof-0859612/

I believe we all do the best we can at the level of our nervous system [03:38]
My whole world was teaching mindful movement and mindfulness but at the same time I was really disconnected from my own body. [04:56]
The very same week I discontinued my business partnership, my romantic partner was diagnosed with a very rare form of cancer. [09:34]
I started to recognize the signals in myself of threat response that I saw in my clients when I was pushing them into threat response and training. [10:28]
My partner also had a background of PTSD. [10:46]
And I began to see myself in the books that I was reading about him. [11:17]
Our body is always giving us these little signals; it speaks quietly at first, if it doesn’t get your attention it has to ramp up the volume and speak louder. [16:03]
Most of us have been in a year at least of chronic stress during year 2020. [17:21]
Too much stress for too long leads to a chronic dysregulated nervous system which causes disease and mental health issues. [20:20]
Trauma is a physical physiological reaction, it not necessary an event. [22:02]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [22:56]
When do people start in that process and how do you help them to begin to unwind through this process? [24:40]
Our brain always needs neural stimulus to keep growing and changing. [30:33]
Visibility is an act of service. [32:19]
Our brains and our nervous systems are super malleable; we are always changing depending on the stimulus that we are giving. [35:43]
Our bodies are always adapting to whatever we are giving it. [35:54]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

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“When you get rid of the false then what’s true remains and that what you see within yourself.” ~ Lawrence Doochin

In this episode we learn about why it is so important to him to help others to understand the damage we cause ourselves when we are ruled by our fears. He also helps us to identify how even times that we might blame or judge others, that we are likely projecting our own blame and judgement out in an attempt to protect ourselves. If you have struggled with fear, guilt and/or shame, our gest today will help you to learn to deal with and release it.

This is a touching episode that will encourage you to embrace self-compassion.

Lawrence Doochin is an author, entrepreneur, and devoted husband and father. A survivor of harrowing childhood sexual abuse, he traveled a long journey of emotional and spiritual healing, and developed an in-depth understanding of how our beliefs create our reality.

In the business world, he has worked for or been associated with enterprises from small startups to multinational corporations. He is the cofounder of HUSO sound therapy, which delivers powerful healing benefits to individuals and professionals worldwide. In everything Lawrence does, he strives to serve a higher good. His new book is A Book on Fear: Feeling Safe in a Challenging World. https://amzn.to/3rFt4OY

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Website: www.lawrencedoochin.com

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I had to go through a long healing process related to the experience and I learned a lot of tools in terms of understanding fear, dealing with it and being able to release it. [03:37]
The problem with fear is that most people don’t recognize the extent of their fear. [04:54]
I think it’s important for people to have compassion and meet people where they are at. [06:21]
Most of us hold our childhood conditioning and that creates a lot of false beliefs in us and that leads to fear. [08:12]
Projection is a very common phenomenal. We are usually not angry for the reasons we think. [08:56]
The ability to reflect and self-reflect is so important to becoming a leader professionally but it’s absolutely important in becoming a better person in our own skin and in our own heads. [09:51]
If you are less judgmental of yourself and more compassionate, you are going to be a much more effective business leader. [10:23]
Look within yourself, most of your answers are already there, if you think you are all that you are probably not. [11:49]
We each have our own baggage. [14:51]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [15:00]
I don’t think anybody chooses to be an expert on fear. [16:40]
I do this because I want to be of service, I really find joy in being of service to others. [17:30]
We have to recognize that our fear causes a lot of dysfunction in our lives. [19:35]
Fear exists only in the past or the future. [21:04]
Life is amazing and its holy and it’s also pretty hard sometimes. [24:54]
It’s important to have self-compassion on yourself as you go through life and the process of healing. [25:00]
Self-compassion is probably one of the most important things you can do for yourself. [25:08]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

A Book On Fear: Feeling Safe In A Challenging World

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“No matter what you are going through you have to look and find the positive out of the negative.” ~ Karina Kantas

They say don’t judge a book by its cover, we may look strong but deep inside we are carrying burdens that no one can even know. We suffer silently with chronic diseases that lead to numerous additional issues, especially depression.

Karina Kantas is an award-winning author of fiction and she has 14 books published to date. She writes in all genres, YA, erotica, thriller, PNR, fantasy, MC thriller, horror, dystopian, dark romance, mafia thriller, sci-fi. She also runs Author Assist, which offers affordable services to independent authors. She is a radio show host and she has two podcasts, all helping authors get seen and heard on many platforms. She is from the UK but lives on the island of Corfu, Greece.

Facebook Page: http://bit.ly/FBFPKK Amazon Author Page: http://bit.ly/KarinaKantas Instagram: http://bit.ly/INSTKK Twitter: http://bit.ly/TwittKK Website: http://bit.ly/BLOGKK Goodreads: http://bit.ly/KKGRE FB Author Assist: http://bit.ly/KKAAFB Author Assist: https://kkauthorassist.wordpress.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KarinaKantasAuthor/playlists Newsletter Signup: http://eepurl.com/daKief

I wanted to give back to authors who were desperate to publish their book but didn’t know what to do. [3:59]
I teach them, I do one on one where they learn these tools rather than hire me to do the same thing over and over again, they learn how to do it themselves. [4:21]
The contrast between the traditional publishing house versus the hybrid was so vastly different [7:40]
To get your foot in the door, through the big five, they want to know how many social media followers you have how many likes you have it doesn’t matter if your book is great. [8:18]
You bring something to the table and they bring the other parts to the table and you end up with more royalties and you get to keep your rights [8:46]
It not good to force yourself to write you need to be in the zone because when you are in the zone everything flows out and the character’s start speaking to you. [11:02]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC.[12:52]
Before we were laughing at how you work 24/7 when you are actually struggling with insomnia when most of your medication should be knocking you out [21:29]
Basically, what would happen, is I would be walking round the supermarket, shopping and I would suddenly blank out I wouldn’t collapse but things would go black. [23:27]
I am awake but my brain was sleeping, I wondered how; when I am thinking about my work, but the readings showed that though I was awake, my brain is sleeping. [25:50]
We aren’t always the best at abdicating ourselves with our physicians. [26:54]
No matter what you are going through you have to look and find the positive out of the negative [30:49]
We may have the same things as they were but things will get better [31:30]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

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“In order to grow you sometimes have to look at it and see things you wish you didn’t see but if you do not see it, you cannot change the reflection.” ~ Ben Winters

Have you ever been disappointed because your expectations weren’t met for something or by someone? If so, our guest today has simple reminders to help us navigate this emotional landmine and come out better on the other side. In this episode we talk about identifying our own expectations, communicating those expectations with others, and realizing that it is ok to be upset. But be careful with what you do with those emotions.

Ben Winters is the co-founder of Success Improv and author of What to Expect When Having Expectations – Using the Anger of Unmet Expectations to Find Peace. His biggest passion is exploring the mind. In all of his personal growth work, the one constant was that it all stems from the mind. Between personal growth and Improv, he found the weird realm of expectations, finding that “the only reason anyone gets upset is because an expectation hasn’t been met.”

My business is called Success Improv, it’s where I take those things that I have learned with Improv and enjoyed over my life with Improv and teach them to the masses. [03:39]
Throughout the entirety of teaching, the word expectation kept coming up; the only reason someone gets upset is when an expectation hasn’t been met. [03:55]
How can we get upset with others, if we did not know we had an expectation, and didn’t share with them? [05:03]
What kind of things do you do at with people to make them work through their expectations? [6:43]
Tell people it’s okay to be upset because, often times in society we are told don’t get upset. [06:56]
The thing we suck at these days as a society is a thing called communication. [08:53]
I think It’s important we recognize what those expectations are, because if we don’t recognize them before it’s hard to communicate them effectively with other people. [10:42]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [12:56]
All personal growth is really somebody else holding up a mirror for you. [15:10]
Most adults don’t have realistic expectations. [17:58]
The practice is practicing good behaviors that will lead to better outcomes. [18:08]
You get upset, what process do you go through? [19;59]
Einstein said, “you can’t solve a problem at the same level it was created.” [20:05]
Somebody asked me, if I were to die tomorrow would I have any regrets? [21:00]
It is okay to get upset, don’t let society say it is not and remember to not stay upset. Use it as a moment in time for an opportunity for growth. [22:33]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

What to Expect When Having Expectations: Using the Anger of Unmet Expectations to Find Peace

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“The stronger we are on the inside the better we implement programs we need to make life work on the outside.” ~ Faust Ruggiero

How a team (or individual) will think, feel, and behave is directly linked to how strong they are on the inside, according to my next guest. In this episode we discuss his book The Fix Yourself Handbook and the role it can play in transforming any work environment. From starting by stopping, meaning getting your team off autopilot, to using intellect over initial emotional reactions, Faust’s goal is to help people to better present a problem, understand the problem, and then find a solution to the problem.

Faust Ruggiero’s career has spanned over 4 decades, counseling clients ranging in age from five, and into senior living, including people in inpatient facilities, prisons, substance abuse counseling centers, and nursing homes. He has provided employee assistance programs to major corporations, has extensive experience providing emotional support services to deaf children, and was part of a team that developed the counseling program for drunk drivers that became the prototype for the state of Pennsylvania, and is still being used in many other states.

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Website - https://www.faustruggiero.com/

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Facebook II - https://www.facebook.com/inspirationalmind

Twitter - https://twitter.com/faustinspire

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/faustinspire/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillies/?trk=nav_responsive_tab_profile_pic

When you are passionate inside and you can wrap that around everything you are doing, that changes life completely. [03:45]
The stronger we are on the inside the better we implement programs we need to make life work on the outside. [04:14]
What kind of things are you facing with people in the work situation? [04:42]
Our goal is to make sure every single person on our team is so excited to come to work that they can wait. [09:50]
Just because it’s not probable doesn’t mean it’s not possible. [10:17]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [15:02]
We have to establish a starting spot. [17:34]
Intellect over Emotion (IOE). [18:51]
Present the problem, understand all the information, fix the problem. [19:32]
All these things that we tell ourselves to keep some of those layers of the onion on, they get in our own way from moving forward. [20:53]
You have to be able to make those changes as the process goes forward, that’s all inside you. [22:11]
The key is; when you have asked yourself all the pertinent questions and you are able to answer them then you don’t fear asking questions anywhere else. [23:15]
Do not give up on yourself, do not believe for any one moment ever that you can’t do something. [25:57]
If you are met with a challenge, it’s because you need to get some more tools inside you and grow. [26:10]
Grow, be the strongest person in the world, in your world and you will be able to attack whatever comes up in it. [26:04]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

The Fix Yourself Handbook: Using the Process Way of Life to Transform Your Life into a Happy, Healthy Journey

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“To awaken is to see. In order to see, you have to first see where you are not awake” ~ Mia Hewett

What is really standing in the way of your success? Do you truly feel free to be you, in the fullest sense of the word? Our guest today helps us tackle these questions, and more.

In this episode we learn about Mia’s personal journey of realizing she didn’t feel like she was good enough, even though she had a multi-million-dollar company, happy kids and a gorgeous home. to understanding and dealing with her own childhood trauma that was the root cause of that insecurity. She also reminds us that we can’t think greater than we feel, and we must work on ourselves from the inside out, even when we want to believe things are happening from the outside, in.

Mia Hewett has co-owned and operated a seven-figure business, is an international speaker, and a world-class business coach. Mia is the founder of Aligned Intelligence™, a methodology that removes all blind spots, fear, anxiety, and self-doubt leaving you feeling "Free to be Me.” This allows her clients to stop secretly struggling and live-in alignment with their dreams so that they can scale to 6 and 7-figures the fast way.

Mia has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs who've always known they were meant for more and she is sharing all her secrets in her new book, Meant for More- Stop Secretly Struggling and Become a Force to Be Reckoned With. The book explains how to stop secretly struggling, awaken your full potential, and discover the Truth about who you really are.

To receive a free copy of her book, go to https://www.miameantformorebook.com and use the code “FREEBOOK”.

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Website: https://www.miahewett.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miahewett/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MiaHewettPage

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mia.hewett/

My father is the one who scared me the most. [04:26]
That day I decided that people don’t really mean what they say, you can’t trust anyone and the world is not a safe space. [06:18]
I built these walls around myself and didn’t let anyone in for years. [06:36]
I just never knew back then that the walls that I built to protect myself would become my greatest limitations for my life and my business. [06:44]
Although it can appear like we have had many traumas; it will ultimately feel like the same betrayal. [08:02]
Everything is operating from inside out; nothing is created outside in. [12:42]
What is stopping us is not coming from the logical, it’s coming from the emotional. [14:32
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [16:00]
How do we move out of the negative talk? [17:45]
You are meant for More, stop secretly struggling, become a force to reckon with. [18:06]
Understand how life works and how we work as individuals. [18:55]
In opening up and asking the questions, comes the receiving of the answer we are looking for. [21:21]
Allowance is we don’t get what we want by force, we actually get what we want by leveraging the universal law of cause and effect. [21:34]
It’s not knowledge and education that give us results; it is having new experiences that give us new results that will change our lives. [26:35]
When we aim at nothing, we always get it every time. [30:23]
When you start to trust in these unforeseen laws which are powerful and you have access to everything gets easier. [31:53]
A child grows by an emotional bond of trust. [35:15]
The emotional trust is what allows us to take risks and be vulnerable. [35:40]
When the emotional bond of trust is broken, we experience an emotional trauma. [36:02]
The more you let one single belief define who you are then the less capable you are when you have to adapt through the environment around you. [40:28]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

Meant For More: Stop Secretly Struggling and Become a Force to Be Reckoned With

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“You cannot control your mind, the more we try to, the more we realize that we can’t, we realize it’s impossible.” ~ Janet McKee

Why have we been taught that success only comes from vast effort and struggle? Are we really finding success, or are we breaking ourselves down? Our guest today shares her own story of what appeared to be great success on the outside but was actually wreaking havoc with every aspect of her life. In this episode we discuss how to allow things to flow to you with ease, making peace with the fact that we cannot control our minds but learning that we can get out of our heads and into our energy, and reminding us that to climb a ladder, you do it one rung at time, gaining strong hand and footholds to support and guide you.

Janet McKee is a speaker, bestselling author, high performance consultant and CEO of SanaView. Her new book is Stressless Success: The Surprising Secrets to a Life of Passion, Purpose and Prosperity. She is one of only 200 elite coaches in the world Certified in High Performance by the High Performance Institute and is an inducted as a member of the National Association of Experts, Writers and Speakers. Janet created the acclaimed Accelerated High Performance Program and the emPower3 Leadership + Lifestyle Retreats to empower others to break negative patterns and achieve greater success.

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Website: www.janetmckee.com.

Website: www.Stresslesssuccess.com

Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/janetmckeefan/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetmckee/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janetmariamckee/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SanaView

When things align for you because you are aligned with the right energies that is how you achieve success. [03:46]
The deeper understanding is that when you stress and struggle you put walls of resistance up that block solutions and opportunities from flowing through you. [08:12]
The more you fight something the stronger it becomes; you give your power away to those thoughts. [11:49]
The bigger truth is to get out of your head and into your energy. [12:03]
When we have a subject that we are upset about or really concerned about or emotional about the more we try to force a positive subject on it the worse it becomes. [13:25]
When you understand that you emanate an energy form within you emanate that out and that affects the reality of the life around you suddenly you realize you are no longer a victim. [14:39]
You actually have the power within you to create a good outcome for your life. [15:01]
What is consistent about the world’s most accomplished people, they don’t wait for something challenging to arise to then get themselves out of the hole, they deliberately build it from the beginning. [18:09]
Choose to Create thoughts that feel better. [19:22]
Recognize, be aware of how you feel at any point in time. [19:54]
Allow your energy to draw in better ideas and possibilities than you could ever imagine. [26:09]
Positivity clears the path way to prosperity. [28:21]
Slight shifts have incredible outcomes. [29:20]
Commercial Top Dog Learning Group LLC. [29:30]
Due to the pandemic everyone felt like so many things were out of their control and it important to recognize that there are just some things that will be out of our control. [31:54]
When you take action from a place of fear or from a place of restricted energy you are going to get a restricted result. [38:39]
It’s not about stress and struggle, it’s about ease and flow and joy that’s when you will see more creativity flow to you. [44:13]
Please remember to get out of your head and into your energy. [45:50]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

Stressless Success: The Surprising Secrets to a Life of Passion, Purpose, and Prosperity

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“One of the best strategies to be resilient is a positive view of the world.” ~ Dr. Steve Yacovelli

Change will always test our resilience, but our guest today knows that the hard work required to nurture resilience will pay off repeatedly.

Dr. Steve Yacovelli (a.k.a. “The Gay Leadership DudeTM”) is Owner & Principal of TopDog Learning Group, LLC, a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, Florida, USA but with affiliates (“TopDoggers”) throughout the globe. His current, award-winning and critically acclaimed book, Pride Leadership: Strategies for LGBTQ+ Professionals to be the King or Queen of their Jungle https://amzn.to/3rxQ1Uh “came out” in June 2019.

In this episode we discuss how our cave-selves, part of our genetic histories, were rooted in safety. Today resilience is important for many other reasons beyond physical survival. It is critical for our emotional and psychological well-being. Steve talks about the various ways we process change and threats, moving us through confusion, paralysis to renewal, and how the speed at which we proceed is critically important.

To access the discounted course on resilience, check this out: http://topdog.click/resilience Discount Code: IMPACT2021

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Social media handles

https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveyacovelli/

https://www.facebook.com/gayleadershipdude/

https://twitter.com/gayleadership/

https://www.instagram.com/thegayleadershipdude/

I am gay, I self-identify as a dude, I really love to talk about leadership [04:30]
We typically play with the big dogs! [-7:33]
Pronounce are insanely personal. [09:10]
I have speaking opportunities around the globe that will last forever, right? [12:17]
I really made this massive effort to go back and connect with some of those people. [12:54]
Just reviving some of those longer-term connections opened some doors again. [13:14]
Despite have a doctorate in this stuff; distance learning, I didn’t have a lot of online things that I offered clients. [14:01]
You know that’s good for SEO! SE what? [15:34]
You always have this kind of love hate relationship between sales and marketing. [18:54]
Do you think someone in marketing woke up and said, “I am going to screw up the sales division?” [19:43]
Commercial TopDog Learning Group LLC. [21:20]
How to embrace some concepts of resilience? [24:40]
The Four Rooms of Change Model. [25:21]
- Room of complacency. [25:24]
- Room of denial. [25:52]
- Room of confusion. [26:15]
- Room of renewal. [26:54]
Everyone goes through the four rooms but the speed in which one goes through them, that is what we call resilience. [27:15]
Being an empathetic leader now more than ever is so paramount. [31:08]
The golden rule of leadership effectiveness is that you foster trust. [31:16]
One of the best strategies to be resilient is a positive view of the world. [32:37]
You are a better stronger more awesome person on this side, identify what that is. [34:57]

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TopDog Learning Group, LLC is a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA but with “TopDoggers” (aka consultants) throughout North America and beyond.

They focus on training programs (both virtual and face-to-face), keynotes and “lunch and learns,” group and 1:1 coaching, and off-the-shelf solutions.

One such solution is their Masterclass on The Top 3 Strategies to be Resilient in Times of Change.

This thoughtful self-paced online training will guide you through three tactics you can immediately use to—not just survive—but thrive when change comes at you.

Use the code RESIL50OFF for 50% off the program! Just go to https://bit.ly/3a5mIS6 and enter the code RESIL50OFF, in all capitals, to redeem your 50% off coupon. The link and code will be available in our show notes for easy access.

Learn more today at https://topdoglearning.learningworlds.com/

Pride Leadership: Strategies for LGBTQ+ Leaders to be the King or Queen of Their Jungle

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Have you ever denied, delayed, or procrastinated mastery over your finances? Do you desire financial freedom but don’t know where to start? Our guest today can help you.

David Essel, M. S. O.M., is a number one best-selling author with 11 published books, counselor, master life coach, international speaker and minister. His mission is to positively affect 2 million people or more every day, in every area of life, regardless of their current circumstances.

In this episode we learn about his background in sport’s psychology, his transition to working with clients on numerous parts of their lives that may be impacting their joy and quality of life, and about his Financial Freedom course which helps people to clearly define their most critical financial obstacles, offers strategies to overcome those obstacles, and leaves them with not only a sense of accomplishment, but of long-term success.

Celebrity Jenny McCarthy says “David Essel is the new leader of the positive thinking movement.”

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Social Handles:

www.DavidEssel.com

www.twitter.com/DavidEssel

www.facebook.com/DavidEssel

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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Our guest today will make you think about your credit, and your credit score. He also reminds us that our credit is not actually our score at all, but about the behaviors that are behind how we make, spend, and save our money.

Michael Holmes, President of Delta Credit Restoration has helped thousands of people in the last ten years, raising their credit score a combined total of hundreds of thousands of points. He has also helped convert hundreds of renters into home buyers.

In this episode Michael shares some stunning statistics, such as the fact that 1/3 of Americans have a problem with their credit report, and many don’t even know it. He also outlines the core elements to the credit repair strategy that he uses with his clients to help them repair their credit and achieve financial buoyancy. In the end, he also shares some staggering truths that many Americans will face as help they may have received during Covid. This is a must-listen.

As for social media:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGqeUb5K3hpCTjv8wbKA8g

https://www.facebook.com/DeltaCreditRestoration/

https://twitter.com/delta_credit_

https://www.instagram.com/deltacredit12/

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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Are you paying yourself first? Do you have a mindset for tax deduction? Our guest today reminds us, especially those of us who are small business owners, that there is a distinct difference between tax evasion and tax avoidance, and if we aren’t looking to avoid unnecessary taxes, it’s time to start. Right now.

John Briggs is the Owner of Incite Tax and is on a quest to protect unfairly treated taxpayers from massively overspending on taxes. His model and strategies that he’s taught for over a decade have given the practical steps to reach people’s financial goals much quicker. Incite Tax saves people from the inevitable burnout they will reach without having a consistent strategy of wealth creation and provide them the steps to attaining true cash flow. In turn, they can enjoy a bigger bank account, their life can THRIVE, and they can still have the freedom to focus on their passions.

In this episode John gives poignant and actionable pointers on what you can do right now to both minimize your tax obligation but also to advance the profitability of your business. He also explains his guiding philosophy on profit first, and how that strategy will provide long-lasting opportunity for your business.

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Do you want to refer people to Incite the easiest way possible? view our referral guide - here!

Here's our social media account links.

www.facebook.com/incitetax

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www.instagram.com/incitetax

www.twitter.com/incitetax

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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What financial guidance can you gain from understanding your core values? How can you use this understanding to make better decisions today that align with your long-term financial goals? Our guest today will challenge you to answer those questions, and more, for yourself.

Sanger D. Smith has recently celebrated his 10th year of service with Clearfork Wealth Management, managing half a billion dollars, and serves as both a Managing Partner and Financial Advisor with the firm. Not only is Sanger savvy in terms of financial advice, with designations in Behavioral Financial Advice and as an Accredited Portfolio Management Advisor, but his passion lies in diving into the core values and beliefs of his clients.

In this episode we discuss becoming financially fulfilled, identifying what is deeply important to us, understanding our own money rules that guide us, and how to ensure that you retire TO something, not FROM something.

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Learn more about Sanger D. Smith and his team at Clearfork Wealth Management at www.clearforkwealth.com.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanger-d-smith-b1690647

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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When is the best time to begin investing? 5 year ago! Missed that deadline? Begin today.

Simon Brady grew up in London and studied business and finance before being transferred to New York to take on trading and senior management roles at a major Wall Street trading firm. After more than twenty-five years of trading experience during which time he saw 'behind the curtain' of how equity and currency markets operate, Simon eventually left the institutional trading world and became fully qualified as a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) personal finance professional. He subsequently worked for the United Nations in Manhattan as a financial advisor and ETF specialist before going on to found Anglia Advisors, a fee-for-service-only advisory firm specifically aimed at offering personal finance consulting services to younger individuals, couples and families as well as foreign nationals living and working in the US and "suddenly single" individuals coming out of divorce and widowhood.

In this episode we discuss how important it is to take a holistic approach to your financial planning, the benefits of choosing a fee-for-service planner vs. commission-driven, the impact of beginning savings in your 20’s vs. your 50’s and so much more.

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Online:

Website: https://www.angliaadvisors.com/

Original written and audio content: https://simonbrady.substack.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonbradyny/

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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What is keeping you up at night about your business? Our guest today knows that often, the cause of insomnia is rooted in not having a solid financial business plan.

Chris Hervochon, CPA, CVA is the sole proprietor of his CPA firm. He provides virtual CFO and tax services, primarily for marketing and creative agencies. Before starting his own CPA firm, Chris spent ten years between forensic accounting and corporate accounting and finance. He has been featured in publications such as the Journal of Accountancy, Accounting Today, The Innovative Agency Podcast, AMEX Open Forum, LendingTree, and many more for his industry knowledge and accounting expertise, and in 2019, Chris was selected as one of CPA Practice Advisor's 40 Under 40.

In this episode we talk about how services like his provide certainty and peace of mind from working with the numbers. Good numbers. He helps his clients to understand how to manage their operating and growth objectives by focusing on their cash reserves, their business pipeline, and the capacity of their current team. When viewed together, better decisions can, and will, be made.

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Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/BetterWayCPA/

Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CPAformarketing

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV47G1cxtV_ElKokUt2ChXw

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betterwaycpa/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisHervochon

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrishervochon/

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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Mark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future.

After graduating with six figures of student loan debt and discovering a way to turn his debt into real wealth as he watched everybody lose their retirement savings and home equity in 2008, he knew that he needed to find a more predictable way to meet his financial objectives and those of his clients.

In this episode we talk about lighting the fuse to your financial rocket of potential, embracing the power of becoming your own banker, the dangers of interrupting compound growth, understanding that every dollar spent is lost investment, and more.

Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a two-time #1 Best Selling Author and the Owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. Over the years, he has helped hundreds of his clients take back control of their financial future and build their businesses with proven, tax-efficient financial solutions. He specializes in building custom-tailored financial strategies that are unknown to typical stock-jockeys, attorneys, or other financial gurus.

As co-host of the Not Your Average Financial Podcast™, he shares some of his strategies for investing in real estate, paying for college without going broke, and creating an income in retirement you won’t outlive.

Mark works with people who want to grow their wealth in ways that are safe and predictable, to become their own source of financing, and create tax-free income in retirement.

Social Media Links

Lake Growth Financial Services: https://lakegrowth.com/ Not Your Average Financial Podcast: https://nyafinancialpodcast.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw-DvhKT2EaPFdncLy39LIQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marklakegrowth/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LakeGrowth Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lakegrowth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notyouraveragefinancial/

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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When is the right time to raise your fees? What will this do to your ability to grow and scale your business and how will it help you reach more of the right people? Our guest today shares the answers.

Sébastien Roger de Nuñez has an obsession with supporting visionary 6-fig coaches & experts to create even bigger impact. He’s helped many experts multiply their monthly revenue and grow their clients’ base. He’s the co-founder of the Thought Leadership Academy, speaks 12 languages, and 4-time TEDx speaker. His first TEDx has reached over 275,000 views. He is also the host of Nuggets of Wisdom Podcast.

In this episode we talk about the mindset needed to increase fees, the importance of pushing yourself out of a comfort trajectory, reaching people through multiple offers, and learning how to add a zero at the end of your current numbers. Most importantly, we discuss how to realize when you are stealing from yourself.

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Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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Have you ever made poor decisions with your money? Have you ever felt the stress of not having enough and feeling like you are on a treadmill trying to earn more to stay ahead? Then our guest today offers a way to hop off the treadmill and gain control.

Hilary Hendershott is the founder of Hendershott Wealth Management, a leading financial advisory and wealth coaching firm for women. Hilary’s mission is to motivate women and their loved ones to be financially empowered, and to thrive. Her wealth coaching programs have enabled participants to finally take control of their money, learn healthy financial habits, and grow their individual wealth by millions of dollars.

In this episode we talk about her own story as a CPA advising hit net worth clients by day to facing mounting and overwhelming debt by night, and the day she decided to stop everything and take control. Today she uses her own story to fuel her passion of heling women, and a few men, to change their financial lives. She also shares her simple framework of 7 steps to wealth that you don’t want to miss!

Hilary is the host of Profit Boss® Radio, a weekly financial podcast where she and her guests offer women financial inspiration and actionable advice. She’s also a TEDx speaker, and has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, NBC, ABC, FOX, DailyWorth, Forbes, and Investopedia.

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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Are you a new or existing small business owner in need of financing to grow or maintain your company? If so, our guest will be your guide.

Mark Ritter is the CEO of Member Business Financial Services (MBFS) and Nu Direction Lending. He is an expert in all things credit union and small business lending. Both organizations are owned by credit unions and designed to help credit unions fund more loans to real estate investors and small business owners in their communities.

In this episode Mark helps us to understand that not all financial institutions are alike, and offer better, or worse, deals for small businesses based on a variety of factors. He urges us to consider them more like you would the restaurant industry. Some restaurants provide enhanced services, but with premium pricing. Others offer quick solutions that aren’t all that healthy. He urges us to take time to plan out your financial moves and understand what you really need for the fiscal health of your company.

Prior to becoming CEO in 2012, Mark led the business lending program for a large credit union in Pennsylvania. In the past eight years at MBFS, Mark increased the number of credit unions the company services by over 8x, grew the revenue by 15x. More importantly, MBFS has helped countless credit union members gain the ﬁnancing they need for small business and real estate investment needs.

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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Have you ever wondered how your money mindset affects your financial health? Our guest today helps people tackle this issue among others in her consulting business.

Melissa Kirk Consulting helps clients solve the most complex issues of their inner blueprint. In working with her the find a path to results they have sought, explore out of the box ideas, align with their passion and purpose, shift their mindset to be empowered, and create the lifestyle they desire.

In this episode we talk about the fundamental truth that whatever you think, your subconscious hears and listens, that your mindset can keep you in the practice of lack or that of abundance, the law of attraction, and getting real with yourself.

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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What is your money temperament? Do you know? Do you know why knowing is critical to your financial success? Our guest today will explain.

Ted McLynam is an entrepreneur, business owner, author, speaker, trainer, Lt Col, USMC (Ret), and Ironman All World age group triathlete. He has over 30 years of award-winning experience, helping individuals and organizations achieve peak performance. BA Social Relations, Colgate University; MA Public Administration, Pepperdine University; and MS Instructional and Performance Technology, Boise State University.

In this episode we discuss how his time in the Marine Corp made him passionate about helping military personnel, how none of us have been hard-wired to use money well, why it’s important to consider yourself self-employed even if you work for someone else, and more.

Books by Ted

Money Makes Me Crazy: How I Squandered Millions of Dollars Building The FUBU Empire
Discover Your Money Temperament: A Common-Sense Guide to Financial Security

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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How do you measure ROI for your marketing? How can you be sure that a speaking gig, networking event or media appearance will deliver qualified leads to your door? Our guest today has a resource that can help.

Wanda Toro Turini, also known as Dr. Wanda or THE Nerdy Girl Entrepreneur is quite a seasoned entrepreneur but, even more unique… she is a natural inventor. Her latest brainchild, Ketchwords.com, helps fellow entrepreneurs unveil their Anonymous Fans and stop leaving money on the table. Ketchwords was first developed to solve her problem of collecting those Anonymous Fans in her audience. After creating a texting platform to deliver robust content to her audiences, she used her skills to master the tool and boost the ROI of every appearance, and growing her consulting business to $4.2 Million.

In this episode we learn about this lead-generating powerhouse marketing tool, what it can mean for your business, and how to ensure that you are choosing marketing tools that truly allow you freedom to do what you do best, while the rest is automated and working for you.

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https://www.facebook.com/Ketchwords/

https://www.facebook,com/TheNerdyGirlEntrepreneur/

https://www.LinkedIn.com/in/wandaturini/

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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Have you worked hard to plan out your financial plan through traditional investing such as 401ks and mutual funds, but still wonder if you are doing enough to prepare? If so, this episode is for you.

Chris Miles, the Cash Flow Expert and Anti-Financial Advisor, is a leading authority teaching entrepreneurs and professionals how to get their money working for them TODAY! He’s an author, podcast host of the Chris Miles Money Show, has been featured in US News, CNN Money, EOFire, and has a proven reputation with his company, Money Ripples (http://www.moneyripples.com/) getting his clients fast, life-altering financial results. In fact, his personal clients have increased their cash flow by over $200 Million in the last 10 years!

In this episode Chris shares sage advice for how and why we should track our money, how to re-frame your views on debt, to understand the power of cash, and more.

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJS6bPY8sm53pkjiCSuBKMA

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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Are you truly ready for a financially fit retirement? Have you taken the critical steps to manage your investments, cash, tax liabilities and estate planning? If you aren’t sure, our next guest can help.

Murs Tariq is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and a Partner at Peace of Mind Wealth Management. With over a decade of expertise in retirement planning, Murs is dedicated to helping clients pursue their ideal retirement. As an author and co-host of the ‘Secure Your Retirement’ show, Murs speaks on investing with risk management, income planning and tax planning for and during retirement.

In this episode he tells us why his ideal client is 10-15 years away from retirement, because there is still much to do, plenty of time to do it, and opportunities to review and adapt along the way. In addition, he talks about the importance of a written retirement income and spending plan, an investment strategy that fits your comfort level, having beneficiaries in order, and more.

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https://facebook.com/murst/

https://www.pomwealth.net/

https://instagram.com/mmtariq/

https://LinkedIn.com/in/murstariq/

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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Did anyone ever teach you to budget? If so, do you do it? If not, what has that meant for your financial fitness? Our guest today can help you navigate through the debt/wealth journey.

Karen Ford is a Master Financial Coach, Public Speaker, Entrepreneur, and Author who has coached people with a variety of money issues: from just $500 in debt to $800,000 in debt. She has coached folks with up to 86 credit cards and taught them how to pay down and pay off those credit cards in record time. Her mission is to inspire others to rid themselves of debt and build wealth. She encourages others to break the shackles of debt and gives valuable insight into building wealth so they can experience financial freedom!

In this episode we discuss how 7 out of 10 people are living paycheck to paycheck, how a budget can create harmony, how spenders are attracted to savers (and vice versa) and more. Budgeting can be your very best friend. You just have to accept the fact that it doesn’t have to be your #1 enemy first.

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Karen Ford’s #1 Amazon Best Selling Book Money Matters – Motivation, Methods and Manners for Increase! (https://amzn.to/3rUhDTr) is not only motivational, but practical.

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https://karenford.org/

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

Money Matters: Motivation, Methods, and Manners for Increase!

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Do you have a fully integrated financial planning team, or are you working with people in silos? If you don’t know, or if your answer is the latter, then you need to listen to our next guest.

Wayne B. Titus III, CPA/PFS, AIFA founded AMDG Financial and AMDG Business Advisory Services in 2002 based on his fifteen years’ experience at two large accounting firms, where he worked with Fortune 50 clients. He dove into entrepreneurship to make a bigger impact on people's lives. As a fee-only fiduciary adviser, his loyalty is to his clients: he places their interests ahead of his own or those of his firms.

Although his primary focus in on the entrepreneur, in this episode we discuss financial issues that impact individuals as well. By referencing the sport of orienteering, which requires “navigational skills using a map and compass to navigate from point to point in diverse and usually unfamiliar terrain whilst moving at speed,” Wayne helps us to understand why it is so critical that our financial planning teamwork in tandem.

With assets of more than $150 million, AMDG Financial integrates tax, financial and investment strategies to help clients make financial and life transitions successful on purpose. The company's credo is, "From financial wisdom, better stewardship.” His latest book is The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being (https://amzn.to/3q5g70e).

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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Have you ever wondered whether your pursuit of or fear of lack of money was getting in the way of what you really want to do? If so, you don’t want to miss our guest today.

Derick Van Ness is a Wealth Strategist who is passionate about helping people reach their full potential. His company, Big Life Financial is focused on removing the mystery and misinformation surrounding money and financial strategy so people can live their BIGGEST LIFE!

In this episode we talk about the value structure can bring to your financial plan, the history behind retirement (bet you never thought about that before!), easing the stress of cash flow, and investing in the things that you know about, care about and have some degree of control over.

Derick believes that each person has something unique and valuable to contribute to the world, but that most people are never able to express that gift due to fear, doubt, or worry related to money. His mission is to eradicate that fear and fundamentally change the way that people think about and utilize money within the next generation.

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http://BigLifeFinancial.com/

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https://facebook.com/biglifefinancial/

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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Damion Lupo’s mission is simple: to free a million people from financial bondage.

His unique tool is a fusion of financial literacy and a little-known strategy called the eQRP® that allows investors to control their retirement money and get off the wall street roller coaster.

He’s the Best-Selling Author of 12 books on personal finance, investment, and retirement planning. He hosts the Financial Underdogs podcast, has owned more than 50 companies, and is the founder of his own martial art, Yokido®.

In this episode we learn that a driving force behind Damion’s passion is his complete distaste for being told what to do. From deciding to fight the monopoly of his college campus bookstore by setting up his own bookstore in his dorm room (a move that got him kicked out) to creating eQRP® to help people control their financial futures, Damion is all about disruption. This episode will make you rethink your money plans.

Damion is the Chief Honey Badger at the eQRP Company and the lead architect of the eQRP® -- the Ferrari of 401(k)s®. The eQRP® is a unique and powerful system to put individuals in command of their own investments and breaking that money out of Wall Street Jail.

Text EQRP to 72000 for more information.

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Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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Have you prepared your exit strategy yet, either for retirement, sale, or succession of your business, or both? If not, our guest today has important advice that will help you.

For more than 30 years, Steven Goodman, President and CEO of SHG Planning, has provided insightful solutions to the challenges of business succession, wealth preservation, retirement, and charitable planning. He currently services hundreds of clients focusing on the needs of owners of closely-held businesses and high net worth individuals. Steven Goodman is the author of Business Succession Planning: A Guide to Transfers, Sales, Family Harmony, and Minimizing Litigation, and has also written numerous articles for leading trade journals.

In this episode we talk about being realistic about what could happen, taking time to work on your financial plan, being open-minded, surrounding ourselves with smart people you trust, and more.

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https://www.shgplanning.com

https://LinkedIn/in/stevegoodmanshg/

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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Can a love of sushi play a role in your financial future? It can if you choose to work with our next guest.

After years of climbing the Wall Street corporate ladder, financial advisor John Stoj became disillusioned with false promises of outperforming the market. After walking away, John built and later sold a sushi delivery company, finally allowing himself to return to his first love – financial planning. But this time, things are diﬀerent. With his own company, Verbatim Financial, John’s gone rogue with his pricing model, and is applying his decades of experience & personal touch to help clients simplify their financial lives.

In this episode we talk about John’s commitment to a truly client-focused financial plan, how his own entrepreneurial journey helped him to understand the unique needs, challenges and opportunities for an entrepreneur’s financial plan, planning your exit strategy and more.

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https://twitter.com/StojBoj/

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus.

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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Do you know what your business’ credit rating is, and how that impacts your potential for business credit?

Do you know that identify theft can happen to your business just as easily, if not more so, than for you personally? Our guest today can help you control what you can control.

Credit expert Gerri Detweiler is education director for Nav, which provides business owners with simple tools to build strong business credit and match them to financing. She’s been interviewed in more than 4000 news stories and answered over 10,000 credit questions online. Her articles have been widely syndicated, and she is the author or coauthor of five books, including Finance Your Own Business: Get on the Financing Fast Track. She has hosted her own radio show and testified before Congress on consumer credit legislation.

In this episode we talk about the importance of lining up credit before you need it, the three core steps you need to take to ensure you are ready to apply for a business loan, the connection between your personal credit worthiness and that of your small business and more. This episode will prompt every small business owner to take positive steps today to adequately prepare for the future.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerridetweiler/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/gerridetweiler

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Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/gerridetweiler/

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Thank you to our April Sponsor: Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being or Wayne Titus

Imagine starting a long journey without a map…or even a clear idea of the obstacles ahead. That’s exactly what it’s like for entrepreneurs who start companies with a lot of passion, but without the financial expertise to grow and scale their businesses and create long-term wealth for their families.

Wayne Titus shows you how to find a financial adviser who can help you map a better journey. In his book, The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being. With the right adviser at your side, you’ll have the freedom to focus on what really matters to you.

Get The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Financial Well-Being at Amazon.com and in the virtual bookstore on the Shock Your Potential app.

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What would it be like to have your day job, a night job and your dream job, all rolled into one? Our guest today certainly knows.

Bobbie Carlton, is the founder of 3 companies. Carlton PR & Marketing, Mass Innovation Nights, and Innovation Women, is an award-winning marketing, PR and social media professional. Mass Innovation Nights (MIN), a social media powered new product showcase that has launched more than 1500 new products which have received a combined $4+ billion in funding. Innovation Women, is an online “visibility bureau” for entrepreneurial, technical and innovative women.

In this episode we talk about her many businesses, including two new acquisitions, and we learn about Crowd Promotion. By activating your community of supporters and helping to build a community that they enjoy being a part of, everyone wins.

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Social media handles

https://www.linkedin.com/company/innovation-women

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbiecarlton/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-lioness-group

https://www.linkedin.com/company/mass-innovation-nights

https://www.facebook.com/innovationnights

https://www.facebook.com/innovationwomen

https://www.facebook.com/Carlton-PR-Marketing-453088091447668

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https://twitter.com/BobbieC

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Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

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Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

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Is it possible to Win Without Pitching someone? Our guest today not only says Yes!, but she also teaches people how to do so every single day.

Shannyn Lee is the Win Without Pitching Director of Coaching, and is an unstoppable force of human empowerment. She spent a decade in senior marketing and communication roles in Fortune 500 companies before moving to a business development leadership role at a well-regarded Seattle design firm.

In this episode we learn about how Shannyn helps creative professionals feel more comfortable with the sales process, especially when it comes to themselves. By developing the framework of what it important, her clients become more comfortable, more authentic, and more engaged in closing deals. Shannyn’s compassion on helping people accept that most success happens by failing forward comes through clearly in her advice. This episode will help anyone in any sales or sales leadership position.

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CONNECT WITH SHANNYN LEE:

https://LinkedIn.com/in/shannyn-lee-2a32846/

www.winwithoutpitching.com

https://www.instagram.com/winwithoutpitching/

https://www.youtube.com/c/WinWithoutPitching/videos?sub_confirmation=1

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Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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How important is your brand to your success? Our guest today knows it is vital! So vital, that he is considered The Brand Doctor

Henry Kaminski Jr. is the founder of Unique Designz, a full-service design, branding, and digital marketing agency that is dedicated to helping personality brands; coaches, consultants, influencers, speakers + authors design / grow their brands, scale their profits + increase their exposure online.

He’s is the host of the popular “Brand Doctor’s Podcast” where he talks about strategies that help entrepreneurs design reputable and profitable personal brands. As a self-taught graphic designer and brand consultant, he's overcome all the odds to build a wildly successful multi-million-dollar business over the past 12 years. He has worked with a diverse range of business owners and professionals, including celebrities like Jon Bon Jovi + Fabio Viviani as well as Internet marketing expert Russell Brunson who has named Henry the "Million Dollar Brander” and recently has been inducted into the Click Funnels 2 Comma Club, by generating over $1 million with one single sales funnel, using the Click Funnels software.

In this episode we discuss the importance of articulating your value, why it’s critical to know what your customer feels when they interact with you/your company, the value of content strategy and more!

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Social media handles

https://www.instagram@thebranddr.com/thebranddr/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYx6cYRoKCMojjTheBrandDoctor-NlgX60w

https://www.linkedinHenryKaminskiJr.com/in/henry-kaminski-jr

https://www.facebook@HenryKaminskiJr/.com/HenryK

https://twitter@the.com/The_brandBrand__drDr

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Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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Is digital advertising a part of your marketing strategy? Are you daunted by where, how, and when to place ads in this medium? Our guest today can help you master this vital element to a successful business.

Naira Perez of SpringHill Digital has over two decades of marketing experience. She got her start in direct response advertising, building brands on TV before digital was even a thing. Her main areas of expertise include developing digital marketing strategies, identifying customer patterns and behaviors on and oﬄine, and optimizing ROI through generating qualified leads, better processes, and eﬀective planning and execution. From paid media, pay-per-click, integrated campaign design, and audience patterns to new platform initiatives — she does it all — but her specialty is in paid advertising.

In this episode we discuss how to set an advertising budget, why cookies and cross-tracking are your friends, why developing your customer persona is so important and more! You will also find out the answer to why you get ads for sneakers while playing Spider Solitaire!

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https://Linkedin.com/nairaperez/

http://www.springhilldigital.com/

https://www.facebook.com/springhilldigital/

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Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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Can you turn your passions into multiple income streams for your family? Our guest today knows that you can.

Martha Krejci, The TribeFinder is a mama, wife, friend, and lover of life first, and a CEO second. She focuses on Work From Home Business Tips, Tricks, and Strategies. Martha is messy and a bit chaotic at times, but gets stuff done. She’s out to prove that you don’t have to be anything other than exactly who you are.

In this episode we talk about how she helps families build businesses that make a difference in their communities, and in their financial freedom. Along the way, she also shows how this teaches our children all that they could possibly be. By knowing and accepting the fires that you have walked through, Marth can teach you to build a business that allows you to put your hand back into that fire and help pull the next person out from the flames.

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Here are the following:

www.tweetmartha.com

www.marthaslinkedin.com

www.watchmartha.com

www.marthasig.com

https://www.facebook.com/livinthedreamwithmartha

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Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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Are you looking for the next job, or are you looking to excel in your career? Our guest today challenges us, and his clients, to take a strategic approach to how, what they do today, means for their entire career.

Donn LeVie Jr's career has spanned three decades, leading people and projects for such Fortune 100 companies as Phillips Petroleum, Motorola, and Intel Corporation, government agencies such as NOAA, and in academia as adjunct faculty with the University of Houston.

Since 2012, Donn has been solving problems as a speaker, consultant, award-winning author, and coach/mentor. He's a well-regarded engagement and positioning strategist, leadership platform catalyst, and success expeditor for leaders and executives.

In today’s episode he distinguishes between a career coach and a Position and Influence Strategist. His mission is to ensure that we all think, plan, and execute our career moves more strategically, and how the artful application and influence and persuasion will take you farther than you ever expected.

Donn is also the author of five books, two of which—Confessions of a Hiring Manager 2.0 and Strategic Career Engagement—both won Global eBook Awards and International Book Awards for Business/Careers.

Donn’s books:

Confessions of a Hiring Manager 2.0 https://amzn.to/2KjMubR
Strategic Career Engagement https://amzn.to/38KFuOC

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http://www.facebook.com/donnlevie

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Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

Strategic Career Engagement: The Definitive Guide for Getting Hired and Promoted

Confessions of a Hiring Manager Rev. 2.0 SECOND EDITION: Getting to and Staying at the Top of the Hiring Manager's Short List in a Confused Economy

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What will Google Analytics tell you about the success of your marketing efforts? More than you might imagine. And our guest today can tell you how to use that information to benefit your business.

Samantha is a successful business owner and Fempire coach, brainstorming specialist and nurturer of ideas who help women understand their business so they can create profit, work efficiently and feel confident about what to do next. The Fempire community is a wonderful group of like minded women in all stages of business, and knows the importance of Understanding your marketing, finance, systems and the impact of growth is empowering.

In this episode we learn about how she went from successful business owner to business coach, all the while finally acknowledging that despite the success of her business, it didn’t feed her passion. And once she changed her trajectory, she found joy in her work and in her ability to help other businesses find success and joy. She also shares some valuable insight on why planning and strategy, and understanding your numbers, means everything to your potential outcomes.

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Connect with Samantha -

www.samanthamorris.fempirecoach.com.au

www.instagram.com/samanthamorris.fempirecoach

www.facebook.com/samanthamfempirecoach

www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-morris-fempire-coach

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Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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Is your business leaving money on the table? If so, our guest today can help!

Ray Baxter is a Brand and Marketing Strategist whom CEOs, Solopreneurs, and business leaders call upon to jump-start their service centers into profit centers. Ray, known by many who have consulted with him as “Coach Ray”, is a Subject Matter Expert in the art of using Motivational Interviewing to guide companies in maximizing customer service productivity and accelerate profits.

In today’s episode we talk about the power of creating Impactful Solutions, that people must mistakes in order to get better, and how creating venture partners can extend your reputation with your customer as well as generate additional income. Oh! And we learned about his new Impactful Solutions Academy Channel, soon to be found on Roku right next to Netflix!

Having worked in the financial sector of business management for over thirty years, Ray has witnessed first-hand economic downturns, major business failures, as well as contributing to the success of IPO’s and business start-ups; it was with this knowledge that he birthed his syndicated podcast, Coach Ray Speaks; a podcast about the survival of America’s small businesses, by discussing the successes and failures of business owners and ways to transform success into profit. As an author, Ray further illustrates this in his 2nd book, 8 Secret Business Breakthroughs - How to Create Impactful Performance For Your Business - a financial tool of reference for entrepreneurs seeking to explore “untapped” resources within their current business model without any spend on marketing or advertising.

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Contact Coach Ray

https://coachrayspeaks.com

https://www.instagram.com/coachrayspeaks/

https://www.instagram.com/coachb358/

https://www.facebook.com/CRSThe-Coach-Ray-Speaks-Podcast-873808746313012

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Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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Do you get distracted by shiny objects? If so, our guest today can help you to keep focused on what is most important.

Roshni Baronia is the founder of boutique firm RB Consulting which serves women-led small and medium-sized businesses with sales and strategic planning advisory. She is a certified Strategic Sales expert and author of the Ebook How to Revolutionize your Sales Mindset, curator of Authentic Selling Style'test, creator of Solopreneur Sales Planner, and Podcast host of Ace the Sales show. She is also a TEDx speaker, winner of the Women Excellence award by ILDC-AMP, Top 20 women consultants by Consultant Review magazine, and an international speaker.

In this episode we discuss the 3 core areas that she helps her clients to master: Selling Skills, Strategy and Systems. We also discuss her definitions of Marketing and Sales, which she puts in a unique and noticeably clear manner that clearly provide a roadmap to success. Finally, her top tips for building productivity, credibility and engagement are great reminders to any professional and business owner.

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Social Media Handles:

Website: www.roshnibaronia.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/roshni_baronia

Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/roshnibaronia

Podcast: www.roshnibaronia.com/podcast

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/roshni.baronia

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/roshnibaronia/

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Thank you to our March Sponsor: &Marketing U

Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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Do you truly understand SEO and the critical role it plays in business? Our guest today not only helps his clients master this tool for success, he and his team are passionate about making small businesses as competitive as possible with it.

John Vuong is a seasoned sales professional and Internet marketer with an exceptional track record helping companies grow their clientele and profits. Through 15 years of experience working with CEOs, business owners, and marketing leaders at some of Canada’s most successful corporations, John developed a deep understanding of local marketing dynamics and consumer behaviour. John’s entrepreneurial spirit and experience working with more than 5,000 local business owners inspired him to start his own company, Local SEO Search, in 2013.

In this episode we talk about what SEO really is, why it is so important for any business, but particularly for small businesses, and how thinking like your customer can help you to master it.

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Social media:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-vuong-205b2917/

https://www.facebook.com/localseosearch

https://www.localseotoday.ca/

https://twitter.com/LocalSEO_Search

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Thank you to our March Sponsor: &Marketing U

Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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Can you start a business without a fancy website, a professional headshot, a fancy logo, or without spending a cent on advertising? Our guest today says yes!

Cate Scolnik specializes in helping people build their business on Facebook starting from ZERO, and works almost exclusively with mums (that is Australian for moms) to help them launch their own successful social media businesses so they gain both financial freedom and family time.

In this episode we talk about the incredible opportunity that social media provides to emerging entrepreneurs. We also discuss the reality that many of these future success stories start off with a lot of self-doubt coupled by overwhelm of all they think they must do BEFORE starting a business. This episode is packed with incredibly helpful tips and advice.

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Social Media Handles

http://catescolnik.com/

https://sanesocialmedia.com/

https://www.facebook.com/CateScolnik/

https://www.facebook.com/sanesocialmedia

https://www.instagram.com/catescolnik/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/catescolnik/

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Thank you to our March Sponsor: &Marketing U

Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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Have you ever felt overwhelmed and confused about where to begin creating a digital marketing strategy? If so, our guest today may be exactly who you need.

Monique Idemudia is the founder of Dragon Digital Marketing, a digital marketing agency for small businesses. She is passionate about educating and inspiring small business owners to build an online presence and grow their business with the power of great digital marketing. She is an execution-driven consultant that not just talks the talk, but also walks the walk.

In this episode helps us understand how important it is to take an omnichannel approach to your marketing strategy yet start first with only 1-2 areas to test, measure and perfect. She also breaks down SEO in a way that everyone who has ever been baffled by it, will now understand.

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Social media handles:

https://fb.me/DragonDigitalMarketingOfficial

https://twitter.com/DragonDigitalM1

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8YcwKAYqqQdEWNQttmiUBw

https://www.linkedin.com/in/moniqueidemudia/

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Thank you to our March Sponsor: &Marketing U

Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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What is better than a great advertisement? FREE advertising! And our guest today knows just how to get it.

Simone Sauter is a PR & Publicity Coach, bestselling author and tech nerd. She helps coaches to get more clients by getting free publicity so that they can rise above the noise online, skyrocket their income and make a bigger impact. Simone has built her online coaching business in the relationship niche specializing in breakup coaching solely with PR and became Germany’s #1 Breakup Coach in less than two years. Her website organically reached more than 1.000.000 people within two years, and she created an advertising value of more than 3 million euro. Simone was featured in Cosmopolitan, Instyle, Closer, and many more. She’s been on several podcasts and radio shows as well as on TV.

In this episode Simone shares actionable strategies to build a PR strategy and begin to get recognized as an expert in your chose field. She also shares insight into how developing the right relationships with the right journalists can get you a flow of incoming media requests that will boost your visibility and credibility.

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Social media handles:

Website: https://simonesauter.com/

3 Million Euro Case Study: https://landing.simonesauter.com/case-study/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonesauter/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/simonesauter/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simone.sauter/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimoneSauter83/

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Thank you to our March Sponsor: &Marketing U

Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

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Can a gutsy career move pay off? Our guest today says yes! In fact, he is living (and working) proof of that.

Arie Brish is a cross-functional expert in growth strategies, commercializing innovation, change leadership and turn-around.

He is also a best seller author of Lay an Egg and Make Chicken Soup, https://amzn.to/2LAeVTr

In this episode we learn about Arie’s career journey, but also his philosophy that It is better to be different, than better. In a world where you are surrounded by competitors, how you stand apart from the crowd is vital. Arie also shares several interesting case studies from his book that we can all take to heart both in our companies, and in our careers.

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My LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ariebrish/

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Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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How do you make your offering available to your customers? Have you created a strategy to maximize them? If not, our guest today has some incredible advice for you.

Kate Colbert is an accomplished marketer, speaker, market researcher, and communications consultant, and is President and Founder of Silver Tree Communications and Silver Tree Publishing. Her companies specialize in market research and business communications, helping clients to use strategic storytelling to acquire and retain more customers.

Kate is the author of the acclaimed book Think Like a Marketer: How a Shift in Mindset Can Change Everything for Your Business https://amzn.to/3oKHb3W, which debuted in the top 1% of all business marketing books on Amazon and is now available in multiple formats and languages. One of the world’s preeminent authorities on gathering and interpreting customer insights, Kate has led marketing initiatives for brands big and small, domestic, and international. She’s worked with top-50 research universities and progressive private colleges, law schools and law firms, medical schools and healthcare systems, start-ups and consulting businesses, and Fortune 500 companies.

In today’s episode we talk about her dual personality of Wonder Nerd meets Data Junkie, understand why every company lives or dies by their customer insights, yet very few dive into that data, discuss the tightrope walk between giving stuff away and charging appropriately and more. This episode is packed full of vital information!

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www.linkedin.com/in/katecolbert

www.facebook.com/katecolbertauthor

www.twitter.com/katecolbert

www.instagram.com/katecolbert6121

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Thank you to our March Sponsor: &Marketing U

Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

Think Like a Marketer: How a Shift in Mindset Can Change Everything for Your Business

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Are your front-facing employees creating exceptional customer experiences? Are they fully aligned to your brand story? If you can’t answer with a resounding YES!, then our guest today has a solution for you.

Chris Wallace is the Co-Founder and President of InnerView, a marketing consulting firm that helps companies align their brand and product stories with their customer-facing teams. At InnerView, Chris draws from his nearly 20 years of sales, marketing and corporate leadership to help companies engage their frontline teams in new ways, producing improved customer experiences and better financial results.

In today’s episode we talk in depth about the disconnects that can happen within a company when we aren’t sure what message our teams are sending to our customers. When in alignment, we create exceptional experiences. When off-kilter, we have a problem. Chris’ team provides a truly unique solution that can change a business forever.

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Connect with Christopher

https://LinkedIn.com/in/christopherewallace/

https://twitter.com/ChrisWallaceIVG/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/29011761

https://twitter.com/innerviewgroup

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Thank you to our March Sponsor: &Marketing U

Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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What does ecology and scientific principle have to do with marketing. Everything, according to our guest today.

An ecologist who became a marketer, Ethan Decker is now a brand scientist. He takes a very long – and sometimes peculiar – view on humans, brands, and advertising. As a scientist in the world of marketing, he cuts through the hype and the trends to find out what really works, what the latest research says, and what it means for brands and organizations. Ethan has worked at some of the best agencies in the US for some of the largest brands in the world, including Domino’s, Hotels.com, Procter & Gamble, Kellogg’s, and Intel.

In this episode we challenge some of the established core marketing “laws,” such as the importance of being first to market, and we learn to look more closely, and scientifically, at the data that is really important in order to make wise marketing decisions. We also tackle the bold moves of IHop and their stunt to change their name (for one month) to IHob, and why Dominos got into the pothole filling business. There is episode is a must listen for amazing pearls of advice!

And just in case you were interested about Sir Kensington’s, learn more here! https://www.sirkensingtons.com/

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SOCIAL HANDLES

https://twitter.com/ehdecker

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ehdecker/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZK3c9GCjSx8 (TED talk)

https://appliedbrandscience.com

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Thank you to our March Sponsor: &Marketing U

Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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Are you leaving pots of money all over? Our guest today bets that you are. And she should know. She helps businesses to shed light on where these pots are hidden throughout their organizations.

Olivia Friedman is futurist and a small business emergency rescue and repair expert. She recently worked on a congressional campaign in the 2020 election and was nominated by a former United Nations affiliated leader to meet with members of Congress in Washington, DC—to discuss how he plans to utilize her skills, talents, gifts and energy to serve humanity as a servant leader.

Olivia is a United States Navy Veteran and former Hospital Corpsman as well as the esteemed author of the book, "Year of the Woman 2020 and Beyond" where she accurately predicted a female President or VP for 2020 as early as March. A highly recommended proven, trusted, credible, business woman within elite business circles, she is formerly the CIO of IHGS and currently the CMO and Host of the Great & Relentless Few Show, still under IHGS.

In today’s episode we learn about her early entrepreneurial adventure in candy and snow cone sales, her current passion project to help hotels thrive in unique ways during a pandemic, knowing what you stand for, and so much more. She also reminds us that the rearview mirror is always smaller than the windshield for a reason.

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Social media handles

https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliviafriedman

https://innovationwomen.com/finding-speakers/featured-speakers/

https://speaker.innovationwomen.com/user/8392

https://ventsmagazine.com/2020/07/07/olivia-friedman-helps-you-get-where-you-want-to-go-in-business/

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Thank you to our March Sponsor: &Marketing U

Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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Can we learn lessons from digital marketing in the tech and healthcare space that can apply to any business? Absolutely! And our guest today explains why.

Mike Krass is the CEO of MKG Marketing, a digital marketing agency that gets tech and healthcare brands found online through transparent, measurable digital marketing. Over the last ten years, Mike has grown MKG Marketing into a 7 figure business not only by specializing in data and analytics, but by embracing a “people first” philosophy that promotes a strong work-life balance while systematically holding employees as well as clients accountable.

The genesis of MKG Marketing came when, at a creative agency, Mike was caught completely flat-footed by a client’s question - “How much money did we make from your campaign?” Realizing the importance of analytics, Mike and his business partner, Kerry Guard, set out to found an agency that could both perform creatively and provide hard numbers in order to quash the frustration that companies can often feel when navigating the digital marketing landscape.

In this episode we tackle the vital role that asking good questions, and listening actively to the answers, plays in any marketing objective. Mike’s company deals with highly sensitive issues with his clients, and through a truly personal approach, they not only guarantee personalized attention and approach, but they also guarantee their results! Also critical to the discussion is a dynamic conversation about moving from the role of “doer” in your company to leader. No matter your business specialty, there is something here for you.

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Social media handles

https://mkgmarketinginc.com/

https://LinkedIn.com/company/mkg-marketing/

https://linkedIn.com/in/mikekrass/

https://twitter.com/mkgmarketinginc/

https://facebook.com/mkgmarketinginc/

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Thank you to our March Sponsor: &Marketing U

Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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Can systems truly provide more room for creativity? Our guest today truly believes that, and not just because he began his career as an electronics design engineer.

Mike Maynard is the Managing Director/CEO of the Napier Group, a $7M PR and marketing agency for B2B technology companies. He is a self-confessed geek who loves talking about technology. Napier’s unique approach to campaign strategy designs-in speed to campaigns from the outset, building integrated campaigns that focus on the important tactics, whether clients need to increase awareness, generate leads or engage contacts to create opportunities.

In this episode we talk about truly analyzing performance by looking beyond just the initial “numbers.” After all, if the right people don’t see your messages, it doesn’t matter. And his Test. Refine. Test. approach challenges his clients to question more to ensure they are truly gaining traction that leads to profitability.

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Social media handles

https://www.napierb2b.com/

https://twitter.com/mike_maynard/

https://instagram.com/NapierPR/

https://linkedin.com/mikemaynard/

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Thank you to our March Sponsor: &Marketing U

Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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Are Keywords important for your marketing strategy? Yes. But our guest today says that there are at least 4 other steps that you should take before deciding on keywords if you want your marketing efforts to impact your profitability.

Jarod Spiewak is the founder and lead strategist of Comet Fuel, a boutique, strategy-first, agency that helps exceptional businesses run sophisticated ROI-positive marketing campaigns to fuel long-term growth, without all the typical agency BS. Jarod got his start in the world of marketing at the age of 14 by needing to figure out how to make money online to pay for college, which he started attending at 15 years old, after months of writing content for less than $0.01 per word and working for next to free through Craigslists “gigs”, several “real jobs” and years later, after working as the lead strategist for a marketing agency and consulting with several others.

In this episode we talk about how he helps his clients to dive deeper into their approach to marketing by mapping out everything that matters, tracking click to dollar, developing a strong strategy that can, and should be, tested, and more. And he reminds us that we are ultimately seeking profit, not clicks.

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Social media handles

https://www.facebook.com/jarod.spiewak

https://twitter.com/JarodSpiewak/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarodspiewak/

https://Instagram.com/jarod.spiewak/

https://www.jarodspiewak.com/

https://www.cometfuel.com/

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Thank you to our March Sponsor: &Marketing U

Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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Can your business, or professional reputation, survive a crisis? Our next guest says yes. As long as you follow a system.

Jeff Hahn is the owner and principal of TexHahn Media, Inc., a holding company of communication and marketing agencies, including Hahn Public Communications, Predictive Media Network, White Lion Interactive and Apron Food & Beverage PR. He Is also the author of his new book Breaking Bad News - 12 Essential Crisis Communication Tools.

In this episode we discuss how the best marketing plans aren't about bursts of creative genius. They are about following proven systems, over and over again. From his early career days, working at Motorola among an engineering culture, Jeff recognized the power of systems to drive consistent results. Today he has found the systems that allowed him to not only triple the revenue of his companies, but to also help his clients manage, survive and even thrive during and after crisis. These lessons will apply not only to crisis situations, however, but to any business endeavor.

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Learn More:

https://www.breakingbadnewsbook.com/

https://twitter.com/HahnPublic/

https://facebook.com/HahnPublic/

https://linkedin.com/HahnPublic/

Agency sites:

https://apronfoodpr.com/

https://hahnpublic.com/

https://predictivemediatraining.com/

https://www.wlion.com/

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Thank you to our March Sponsor: &Marketing U

Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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Can a solopreneur master the challenges of marketing without a large team and huge corporate budget?

Our guest today says yes and has created the resource to make that happen!

As the Managing Director of &Marketing (and-marketing.com), Rajat “Raj” Kapur strives to provide growing businesses unparalleled marketing strategy and execution services. He is known for bringing the best of “big company” marketing strategies to growing companies, without the excess baggage.

In this episode we kick off our March series called The Magic of Marketing with our sponsor for the month. We talk about the new &MarketingU ( www.and-marketing.com/u), a 3-month modern marketing education course for busy solopreneurs and one-person marketing departments who need the tools, education, and accountability to grow a business but don’t have the extra time, budget, or set of hands to manage and execute everything themselves. We also discuss “breakthrough value” and how to identify and use it as your competitive advantage.

Us the code SHOCK when you sign up for &MarketingU and receive a 10% discount.

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Social media handles

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rkapur105/

https://instagram.com/rkapur105/

https://twitter.com/rkapur105/

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Thank you to our March Sponsor: &Marketing U

Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It’s hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive!

&Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week.

&Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You’ll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success.

Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads.

For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to: www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program!

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What does a kaleidoscope have to do with launching a new business? It’s a heart-warming story that our guest today shares.

James Daniels is President & CEO of The Meeting Designers, an internationally recognized events management company founded in 2005 and entrusted with the planning and execution of over 200 programs a year. James previously held national account sales roles with both Hilton and Wyndham Hotels. Customers of The Meeting Designers range from corporations and associations to non-profits and social groups.

In today’s episode we discuss how leading with love empowers your team, why being vulnerable is so important, and having the courage to push that first domino. We also talk about the impact of positive words of encouragement and thanks.

James has garnered the nickname of “The Olivia Pope of the Meetings Industry,” as his legacy clients rely on him to be their “fixer” when holding events. James rotates between his residences in Houston, TX and The New Orleans French Quarter, where he’s a proud “WHODAT” NOLA Saints Football fan.

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Social Media Handles:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-daniels-0a996950/

https://www.facebook.com/TheMeetingDesigners/

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Can you make a difference in the life of a foster child without being a foster parent?

Absolutely! And our guest today knows not only how you can, but also how important it is to support these often-overlooked members of every one of our communities.

Our guest today is Dr. John Degarmo, leading international foster care expert, consultant, and TEDx speaker. He is the director of The Foster Care Institute, and acts as a consultant to foster care agencies as well as an expert witness to legal agencies across the USA and globe. In today’s episode we discuss how COVID lockdowns has negatively impacted children around the world, what a child in the foster care system goes through, and how each of us can be a part of the solution.

We encourage you also to watch his TedX Talk. It will break your heart, but it will motivate you to help the most vulnerable. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JQYUp6sEbY

Dr. DeGarmo and his wife are also currently foster parents to three siblings, bringing their household to nine children. Dr. DeGarmo has been a foster parent to over 60 children over the years.

He is the author of several foster care books, including the new book

The Little Book of Foster Care Wisdom: 365 Days of Inspiration and Encouragement for Foster Care Families,https://amzn.to/3gKL99y
Faith and Foster Care https://amzn.to/3gKUUVg
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https://twitter.com/drjohndegarmo/

https://Youtube.com/Dr.JohnDeGarmo/

https://facebook.com/facebook.com/Dr.JohnDeGarmoFosterCareExpert/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-degarmo-ed-d-founder-of-the-foster-care-institute-2779975a/

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What does divorce have to do with love?

Our guest today knows that you can approach divorce, and yourself, with love. She reminds us that even though divorce is always painful, you don't have to suffer.

Christian Family is a twice-divorced, adult child of divorce, and co-parenting mother of three, and a former divorce lawyer, whose divorced parents live with her. She is truly an expert on all things divorce and co-parenting.

In today’s episode we discuss divorce as a vehicle that gets you from where you don’t want to be, to where you want to be. We also discuss the need for each of us to define love, to better understand what we believe it to be for us. In Christian’s world, love quals truth.

Christian ran a successful law firm for 15 years focused on divorce and custody, but today is dedicated to helping her clients continue a journey towards acceptance and joy.

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www.divorcexn.com

https://www.ted.com/talks/christian_family_real_talk_about_divorce

https://www.facebook.com/Divorcexn/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/divorcexn/

https://twitter.com/Divorcexn

https://www.instagram.com/xnfmlyesq/

https://www.buzzsprout.com/790682

https://youtube.com/c/ChristianFamilyEsq

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Can making better choices improve your life, both personally and professionally? Absolutely! And our guest today has just what we need to know to do that every day.

Kim Olver has studied Choice Theory over 30 years and in this episode she shares valuable insight on how we are motivated and how we can use that knowledge personally and professionally. She also reminds us that our children are not reflections of us. Our job is to help them become their own person.

Kim is an international speaker, host of the Life = Choices; Choices = Life Podcast, and an award-winning author. Her books include:

Leveraging Diversity at Work with Sylvester Baugh https://amzn.to/3gBwU6W
Secrets of Happy Couples https://amzn.to/3qK7YPo
Choosing Me Now https://amzn.to/2Wc2XAV
A Choice Theory Guide to Relationships https://amzn.to/376DqiW

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Podcast: www.LifeEqualsChoices.com Blog: www.therelationshipcenter.biz/blog Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therelationshipcenter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therelationshipcenter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-olver-a3003610 Twitter: https://twitter.com/kimolver Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kimolver YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/kimolver Quora: https://www.quora.com/profile/Kim-Daub-Olver

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Have you ever felt like you were working so hard that your hair was on fire? Have you felt the building pressure of burnout? If so, our guest today can help.

Barb Garrison is a Career & Money Breakthrough Coach and “Job-You-Love” expert at Internal Groove. She helps burned out, success-driven professionals who are just going through the motions to design a career, based on their TRUTH, that makes them leap out of bed even on Monday mornings. After 18 years in marketing and surviving corporate burnout herself, Barb combines her experience as a mentor, marketer, corporate director, consultant, and two-time entrepreneur with her passion for self-discovery.

In this episode we discuss patterns and habits that lead to burnout, finding (and keeping) your voice, the point where you absolutely should seek a coach (especially before a rash resignation), and understanding the grief and loss process that we can all go through when we stop pushing ourselves to exhaustion.

Barb also offers a weekly motivational message at www.MondayMorningLeap.com that will help you along your journey.

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What would it be like to work in an environment where you were truly valued and heard?

Our guest today has seen it first-hand and knows what the best companies, and the best leadership styles, have focused on to achieve it.

Dan Edds has been a practicing management consultant for over 25 years, working primarily with state & local government, healthcare, K-12 education, higher education, and nonprofits. He is the author of 2 books, the first, Transformation Management, and his most recent, Leveraging the Genetics of Leadership, Cracking the Code of Sustainable Team Performance https://amzn.to/2KzZ9XF, and his latest book looks at how elite organizations approach the practice of leadership.

In this episode he shares some of the best examples of companies that place Value on Value, meaning they see people and knowledge as a resource that can developed for even greater value. The result of this mentality? Organizations that drive unparalleled customer value, daily innovation, and unmatched levels of employee engagement.

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Leveraging the Genetics of Leadership: Cracking the Code of Sustainable Team Performance

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If you’ve ever made a life choice that you felt you had to defend to others, this is the episode for you.

Our guest today is Susan Eckstein, an empowerment expert, coach, speaker, and creator of the You Do You Program. Susan leads women who are ready to break the chains of conformity find the courage and confidence to be true to themselves and live life unapologetically. She helps her clients reconnect to their power, challenge their stories, change their beliefs and be boldly authentic.

In this episode we talk about her unconventional choice to have her two boys live with their dad following their divorce. After being judged and stuck in shame for many years, Susan realized she could take her power back and be a better mother if she were willing to stop measuring herself against societal norms and define motherhood for herself.

After accomplishing her dream goal of doing an Ironman, Susan changed careers and became a mindset coach, personal trainer, and triathlon coach. She has coached hundreds of men and women to successfully compete in their dream athletic events, including triathlons, marathons, and adventure races. Susan is a three-time Ironman as well as a Certified Clear Beliefs Coach.

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Do you know what your Divine Purpose is? Our guest today certainly does, but it wasn’t an easy journey on the way to finding it.

Jacqueline Maddison is the owner and Editor in Chief of Beverly Hills Magazine, CEO and Executive Producer of Tigress Films, and Founder of the God Foundation. Originally from South Africa, born-again Christian entrepreneur, Jacqueline lost everything and rebuilt her life by her powerful relationship with God.

In this episode we learn about her journey and her mission to help others as a Spiritual Success Coach. She helps her clients to understand their Divine Purpose and tells us that success is being who God created you to be.

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If you have ever felt empty inside, uncertain of your purpose in life, then our guest today will not only resonate with you but will inspire you to find pleasure.

Bracha Goetz is a Harvard-educated wellness expert who is the author of 38 books that help children’s souls shine and Searching for God in the Garbage, https://amzn.to/34iCfLz, a candid memoir for adults about overcoming food addictions joyfully.

In this episode we learn about the 5 levels of pleasure, what prompted her to a life in writing for children, and how her own journey sparks her desire to help others find joy and pleasure in life.

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Are you positively connected to the masculine and feminine energies inside you? If not, our guest today can help you!

Fidel Beauhill, aka The Modern Man Coach, and author of Divorce, A Modern Man’s Guide https://amzn.to/3mnabN9, is a life and relationship coach. He enjoys helping clients empower themselves by understand their masculine and feminine energies and specializes in working with men who have been through divorce, breakups, or mid-life crisis.

In this episode we discuss the power of embracing and loving all parts of us, and how to use that love to build our confidence. In recent times, gender roles have become less defined and while this has come with many benefits, our relationships seem to be suffering because of it. Fidel believes the polarity between masculine and feminine, and connecting with it positively, is critical to starting and maintaining healthy relationships.

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Have you ever wondered what your pet is thinking? Our guest today might just be able to help you with that!

Mark Hernandez is the owner and founder of People and Pets Energetics. He is an intuitive healer and coach that helps pets and pet parents with their health and well-being so that they are happier and healthier naturally. He uses non-invasive energy-medicine modalities and tools to help his clients experience change in a gentle and safe fashion.

In today’s episode, we learn more about Mark, his business, and great insight as to how leading with love will boost your immune system. We also learn some interesting secrets about the benefits of rose oil and laughter yoga!

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Do you know the price of over-giving? Of giving so much of yourself that your body actually breaks down on you. Our next guest knows first-hand, and the outcome was a total shift in the way she loves and cares for herself.

After a 35- year career in the IT industry, Pat Alva-Kraker was faced with a series of challenges that altered her professional life forever. She was let-go from a major technology company, her husband of 22 years suddenly passed-away, their shared 200 acre exotic animal ranch had to close its doors and Pat is now a breast cancer thriver. At this juncture, Pat stepped onto her own journey to elation. Along the way she realized she can inspire other women to own their feminine power and create a successful lifestyle.

In this episode we discuss the price of over-giving, the choice to grow from love, not fear and how learning to accept others, exactly where they are, is a true sign of leading with love.

Pat Alva-Kraker is the author of the #1 Best-seller “Katherine’s Quest: One Woman’s Journey to Elation.” https://amzn.to/2WizlCk and the founder of Majestic Coaching Group where she teaches, coaches and consults women entrepreneurs. You can listen to Pat on the TownSquare Talk show by tuning into https://www.facebook.com/TownSquareTalk the fourth Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. Central. She also hosts a virtual Meetup Group, Conscious Business Owners that meets the first Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m. Central. Join the Meetup group at https://www.meetup.com/conscious-business-owners/

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What do you think you are capable of? What is your capacity to achieve more? Our guest today will help you find answers to those questions, and more, that are getting in the way of your success.

Lisa Fabrega is a leadership coach who helps ambitious people expand their capacity to handle more growth, wealth & success. For more than ten years, she has helped entrepreneurs, corporate executives, Academy Award nominees and Nobel Prize organization candidates break through boundaries that have been holding them back from their next level.

In today’s episode we talk about breaking through the limits we place on our own capacity such as understanding our limiting thoughts and behaviors, understanding how to accurately diagnose the problems affecting our capacity, and ultimately helping us to hold, handle and receive every next level of personal, and professional success.

Lisa’s signature approach enables clients to reach their highest levels of success and impact. Lisa has addressed thousands of people both on stage as a keynote speaker as well as when she appeared on podcasts including The Unmistakable Creative, Her Rules Radio and Tell Me A Story with Debra Silverman. She’s also been featured on CNN, Yahoo! News and The Huffington Post. She splits her time between Florida and California with her two rescue dogs, Luna and Sadie.

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How is Happiness impacting your business and your life? Our guest today knows the answer.

With over 15 years’ experience as being a trainer and coach Vernon L. Brown is the Happiness and Success coach who shows entrepreneurs how to leverage happiness to become more successful, strategic, and influential both personally and professionally.

In today’s episode we talk about finding the gift in suffering, being bolder by going directly to the top, maximizing the top 5 things you are amazing at, and creating change that lasts.

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If you’ve ever struggled to find balance and happiness in your personal AND professional life, our guest today will motivate you to find “empowerment.”

Ishwarya Lakshmi K is a Super Mom and a Power Success Coach. After struggling with postpartum depression, she knew she had to make a change in her approach to life. In this episode we discuss her international best-selling book D.A.T.E W.I.T.H F.A.T.E. https://amzn.to/3nhYvN2, her commitment to being inward-focused, learning to listen to your intuitive inner voice, and not comparing yourself to others.

Ishwarya is committed to empowering five thousand women, by 2025, to lead a POWERful family and SUCCESSful passionate or professional life with abundance of love and inspiring power balance.

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Our guest today empowers people to deliberately choose abundance. It might not always be the easiest choice, but the choice is always available.

After receiving a late diagnosis of Asperger’s and experiencing what can only be described as life-shattering trauma at the age of just 20, Daniel Mangena spent the next seven years struggling to keep these revelations and events from spilling into every area of his life. As a result of his struggles, Daniel built a simple, four-step system called the Beyond Intention Paradigm.

In today’s episode we discuss his system of Accept, Clear, Gratitude and Listen and learn valuable insight on how to view our scars as a sign of the battles we have won. Dan also explains that we have dominion over how we show up, and since joy is natural, our choice for joy is always available, even when it may not seem easy.

Dan is a two-time best-selling and four-time author, and host of the Do It With Dan Podcast, and his prolific work recently earned him a spot in the Wall Street Journal as a “Master of Success.”

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What is your health worth? Our guest today knows that it is worth everything, and more.

It took a complete health crash to lead Kristen Bowen to create Living the Good Life Naturally in 2002. Autoimmune issues and a series of failed surgeries left Kristen bedridden and depressed, with daily seizures. Through research and looking for outside the box solutions, she discovered that to regain her health she needed to build a strong foundation. That foundation included food as medicine and the number one building block for optimal health: Magnesium.

In today’s episode we discuss the vital role of natural nutrients, the healing power of magnesium, and the importance of keeping minerals, movement, and mindset in balance. We also learn how our feet act like pumps and are reminded that when we feel happy and healthy, we raise the positive energy of everyone around us.

From small beginnings in her 10 by 15 basement kitchen to her warehouse, store, and online business, Kristen has helped thousands of individuals reclaim their own health foundation. As she tells her clients: “You are the CEO of your health. Let me be on your board of directors.”

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Have you ever wanted to fire your inner critic? Have you ever let that critic influence you in a way that didn’t serve you? Then our guest today will help you hand that critic a pink slip.

Barbara Kaplan founded BSK Strategies, a business development consultancy, in 2005. Her practice focuses on two distinct areas:

Personal Branding - Working with women to help them:

Stand tall with a new level of confidence
Take pride in and credit for what they do that adds value and,
Realize the respect, reputation, recognition, and fulfillment they have earned and deserve for their distinctions and accomplishments.

Business Development - - working with individual lawyers as well as small and mid-size law firms to:

Grow and scale their practices
Target and win higher-value work
Establish thought-leadership and,
Develop innovative approaches that distinguish them in a competitive and uncertain marketplace.

In this episode we talk about making sure that in the process of firing that inner critic, we learn how to stand tall, show up, and embrace all the opportunities that are presented to us. We also learn why giving a name to that inner critic will give you new power.

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Our guest today took a giant leap of faith with her business, to strategically narrow the focus of her client base. For many this may seem a risk, but for Diana Fryc and her business partner at Retail Voodoo, the payoff was worth the risk.

Diana believes that business should be a force for good and uses her networking superpowers to drive change in the food, beverage and wellness industries, specifically in the areas employment diversity, food equality and the promotion of sustainable supply chain. She founded and hosts The Gooder Podcast where she interviews the powerhouse women leading on every level in food, beverage, and wellness, and is partner and CMO of creative branding firm, Retail Voodo. Diana uses her expertise in brand development, innovation, consumer markets, marketing, and packaging systems to help clients generate meaningful and sustainable growth.

In this episode we discuss brand development, her passion for working with businesses in the naturals sector, and how many companies, large and small, are working diligently to reach new consumers who may want, but haven’t yet fully, been consumers in this market. We also discuss the power of leading with love, it’s impact on your customers, and how it becomes a sustainable vehicle for on-going referrals.

Diana Fryc is a marketing industry executive with 20 years advising brands from fortune 50 to start-ups on how to address their toughest growth challenges.

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What is the Difference Between Passion and Purpose in our Work?

Our guest today knows the answer, and helps you to recognize that aligning to your purpose will help you to outperform your peers and your competition.

Elizabeth Lotardo is a consultant, researcher, and co-author of Selling with Noble Purpose: How to Drive revenue and Do Work That Makes You Proud. https://amzn.to/321U8wT. In today’s episode in our Leading with Love Series, Elizabeth reminds us to identify the impact our job and our company have on other people. By being able to see how our work impacts others, we will be more aligned to our “Noble Purpose,” and embrace that our work does matter.

As VP of Services at sales consultancy McLeod & More, Elizabeth leads sales transformation initiatives for clients like Oracle, G Adventures, Fiserv and more. She is also a popular LinkedIn Learning author, and her work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal and on NPR.

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Are you really doing what you love? Are you fulfilling your soul purpose? Our next guest found out her soul purpose, thankfully before it was too late!

Rebekah Louisa Smith was earning her PhD, headed to the life of an academic. She had a plan completely mapped out until one day at a conference someone gushed about life as an academic and suddenly she realized, it wasn’t her passion. She didn’t gush over teaching film!

But fortunately, she was also simultaneously working at the Abertoir Horror Festival in Wales, traveling around to festivals all over Europe, gaining a tremendous amount of knowledge about film festivals, as she recruited filmmakers to the prestigious horror festival. She began giving advice to filmmakers who wanted to get into more festivals, win awards and gain visibility that would lead to sales revenue. Then it hit her, that’s what she loved doing! She had a marketable skill that she could turn into a business. Rebekah ultimately became recognized worldwide as The Film Festival Doctor, an innovator in her field. Her company has won more than 800 awards for her clients and has supported 850 creatives to achieve their filmmaking dreams.

In today’s episode we learn more about Rebekah’s amazing career, and how she realized that her “hobby” could truly become her life-long dream career. She also talks about how her super-niche view allowed her to create a market that was just waiting to be discovered.

In her new book, Born to Do It: Becoming the Leader of a Business Niche Using Powerful Spiritual Techniques (https://amzn.to/3fhm1Xb), Rebekah wants to save you the same headaches she experienced, and she provides a roadmap to business success that embraces the spiritual principles that righted her ship. It’s a book for someone just contemplating the entrepreneurial journey or for anyone already growing a business that is struggling or in need of revitalization.

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https://instagram.com/rebekahfilmdr/

http://www.rebekahlouisasmith.com/

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Born To Do It: Becoming the Leader of a Business Niche Using Powerful Spiritual Techniques

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Until someone gives you a dollar for what you know, it doesn’t matter. That is one mantra of many from our guest today, and a great reminder that success takes effort.

Jason Treu is a Chief People Officer and leadership and teamwork expert. He helps executives, managers, and HR departments develop unstoppable leaders, talent, and employee experiences. He spent 15+ years in leadership positions working with industry-changers such as Steve Jobs, Mark Cuban, and others.

In today’s episode we discuss how to create a career blueprint, creating a game plan, and getting to it! If you don’t commit to your own professional development, who will? Jason challenges us all to continually make ourselves better while also raising up those around us.

Jason is the best-selling author of Social Wealth (https://amzn.to/3f1gRyD), and more than 60,000 leaders, managers, and employees are using his culture- and team- building game Cards Against Mundanity to skyrocket trust, communication, and teamwork. It’s being used at Amazon, Southwest Airlines, Gillette, and many others.

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twitter.com/jasontreu/

http://facebook.com/jasontreuexecutivecoaching/

http://instagram.com/jasontreu/

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Social Wealth: How to Build Extraordinary Relationships By Transforming the Way We Live, Love, Lead and Network

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Our guest today began sweeping floors in the family business at age 3, earning $25 cents a week, which allowed him great candy purchasing ability every Friday.

He later served as an independent president of sales and training for companies of Tony Robbins, Chet Holmes, and Russ Whitney, where his efforts generated over 500 million dollars in sales.

Today Doug Brown helps companies with $5M+ in sales revenue to expend and optimize it, as well as helping B2B business coaches and consultants to grow their business, to have higher profits, and to enjoy their life.

In today’s episode we learn Doug’s story and passion, especially for helping people, through brutal candid truth, to investigate their own Truth Mirror. He also reminds us that the master prospector will always out earn the master closer.

During college Doug supported himself by selling music equipment to colleges, universities, corporations, and some of the world's biggest bands such as Aerosmith, Boston, Billy Joel, The Eagles, Extreme and others. He served 12 years and 7 days in the US Army, during which he was awarded the battalion's most distinguished soldier award. His international bestselling book in the US, Canada, the UK, Australia, and the Philippines is Win-Win Selling - Unlocking your Power of Profitability by Resolving Objections (https://amzn.to/32JW0uW).

Social Media Links

https://www.facebook.com/pg/DougBrown.BSF

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https://twitter.com/dougbrown123456

www.businesssuccessfactors.com

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Win-Win Selling: Unlocking Your Power for Profitability by Resolving Objections

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Would you like to get out of firefighting mode in your business or career and spend more time working towards your ultimate goals? Our guest today can help!

Crista Grasso is a lean business consultant who helps growing businesses achieve more by doing less through a combination of strategic planning and lean business practices. Known as the "Business Optimizer", Crista has the ability to quickly cut through the noise and focus on optimizing the core things that will make the biggest impact to grow and scale a business.

In today’s episode we discuss how getting to the next level requires you to focus on outcomes and understand three things.

What you see for your future.
A vision of your future that matches who you are as a person.
Opportunities for your customer to grow along with you.

She also reminds us that none of us need more time. We simply need to Lean Out.

Crista specializes in helping businesses identify the most important strategically-aligned things they should focus on right now that will drive maximum value for their customers and maximum profits for their business. As the creator of both the Lean Out Method and the 90 Day Lean Out Planner, Crista has been helping businesses achieve accelerated results and increased profitability for more than two decades.

CONNECT WITH CRISTA:

http://www.leanoutmethod.com/

https://www.instagram.com@cristagrasso/

https://www.LinkedIn.com/cristagrasso/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeanOutCircle/

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Would you like to know how to generate double, triple or even quadruple the number of business referrals you receive each year, without having to ask (or beg) for them? Our next guest helps her clients do just that.

Stacey Brown Randall is the multiple award-winning author of Generating Business Referrals Without Asking (https://amzn.to/2H9C78M), host of the Roadmap to Grow Your Business podcast, and national speaker. She has had the privilege of helping well-known corporations and franchises but her focus is on small business owners and solopreneurs in the real estate, financial, and professional services industries.

In today’s episode we talk about how “asking” for referrals is not only uncomfortable but is ultimately an unsustainable practice. She built her methodology by using her own coaching company as a guinea pig, and knew she was on to something when her clients were even more interested in her referral generating methods than in her coaching services. She also reminds us that it is important for all of us to incorporate business development, every single day.

Stacey has been featured in national publications like Entrepreneur magazine, Investor Business Daily, Forbes, CEO World, Fox News and more. She received her Master’s in Organizational Communication and is married with three kids.

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https://www.twitter.com/@staceybrandall/

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Generating Business Referrals Without Asking: A Simple Five Step Plan to a Referral Explosion

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How do we learn how to nurture the fire within each of us? Our guest today has the answer.

Nick Jankel is a thought leader whose ideas, tools and research are designed to take the pain out of transformation, blast through the barriers that block creativity and innovation and unleash conscious changes in leadership and life that bring less suffering and more thriving into the spaces we touch.

In today’s episode we talk about the 8 building blocks of agility, developing deep resilience, and embracing chaos as some of the key tools to remaining flexible in 2021 and beyond.

Nick is the co-founder of trailblazing leadership and personal development company Switch On and the chief architect of a rigorous methodology and philosophy for transformation, The Switch On Way. It blends the latest neuroscience with timeless wisdom from the great traditions. He has used The Switch On Way to lead organizations as diverse as Novartis, Nike and No.10 Downing Street to change and in his role as a coach and presenter on his own TV series on BBC. He has been featured in scores of publications ranging from the FT and the Guardian to the Daily Mail and the Sunday Times Style Magazine and has taught at Oxford, London Business School and Yale. He obtained a Triple 1st Class degree in Medicine & History and Philosophy of Science from Cambridge University, falling in love with ideas and knowledge that have influenced all his subsequent work.

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Learn More About Nick:

http://switchonnow.com/

http://www.facebook.com/switchonworld

https://twitter.com/nickjankel

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEdzCMVyPJBtqfkhwRJUUbg.

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A chance invitation to a marketing presentation in college changed the career trajectory of today’s guest and put him on a life-long mission to investigate leadership effectiveness.

Tim Spiker is the author of the book “The Only Leaders Worth* Following” (https://amzn.to/3no2h7f), after interviewing hundreds of leaders.

In today’s episode we learn about critical research that shows that ¾ of your effectiveness as a leader comes from Who You Are rather than What You Do. Tim also talks about the importance of being Inwardly Sound, and Others Focused.

Time and his organization, The Aperio, help people become, be, and stay leaders who are actually worth following.

Tim’s work puts him in a variety of roles including delivering keynote talks, creating unique and customized learning experiences, and guiding long-term developmental journeys. He has worked with leadership teams in North America, Australia, and Asia.

If you sign up for one of Tim’s Journeys via his website (www.theaperio.com) and use Promo Code SHOCK, you will receive $500 off.

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CONNECT WITH TIM:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/timspiker

https://www.linkedin.com/company/theaperio

https://twitter.com/theaperio

https://twitter.com/timspiker

https://www.instagram.com/aperioleaders/

https://www.facebook.com/aperioleaders

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The Only Leaders Worth* Following: Why Some Leaders Succeed, Others Fail, and How the Quality of Our Lives Hangs in the Balance

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Do you ever feel tired, sluggish, and bloated? If so, our guest today may have a solution for you.

After suﬀering from multiple health issues, including rectal bleeding, two separate skin issues, chronic acid indigestion and surgery to remove one of his organs due to serious digestive issues, Tim James knew something had to change. But it was only after watching his closest ones die of cancer and the untimely death of his younger brother that he finally decided to take action.

Tim’s journey led him to a shocking discovery which helped his friend beat cancer and transform every area of his life. Feeling charged with a duty to help others he started sharing his knowledge with anyone that would listen. This led him to producing his own chemical free food products. ‘Chemical Free Body’ was born.

In this episode we talk about his personal wake-up call, the 4 things that you can (and should) do today that will make you better right away, and how he helps people to not only shed pounds and health complaints, but also how he helps people find new energy and joy in life.

To receive a 5% product discount, use the word SHOCK at www.chemicalfreebody.com.

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https://www.twitter.com/@chemicalfreebod/

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Did you know that you have money rules? And that your money rules are creating your money results?

Our guest today knows how to help you identify your money rules and reshape them to create better results. Chris Kenney is a master sales coach, million-dollar business owner, and sought-after wealth mentor. He teaches undercover superstars how to break their money -rules, rapidly accelerate their income, and live with uncommon freedom & choice.

In today’s episode we learn how our psychology may be getting in the way of our success, especially for those in sales. We tackle concepts of how price is only expensive when it is compared to something else, how in order to quote price, we have to believe we are worth it, and being willing to be truly honest with ourselves in what is holding us back.

When Chris isn’t coaching his private clients, you can find him speaking on stages around the world, sharing his 7-Figure Sales Secrets with brilliant, talented entrepreneurs, so they can step into their legacy work by shedding the chains of money-shame and underearning.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechriskenney/

https://www.facebook.com/chriskenneycoaching

https://www.facebook.com/groups/SalesMasteryInnerCircle

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_4fZNE4gdIkf8tbGAjcX0Q

https://www.instagram.com/thechriskenney/

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Have you ever wondered if there was someone you could call, in a pinch, that would give you excellent business advice without any judgement? Our next guest does exactly that!

After a 15-year career as COO of a growing architecture firm, Jodi Hume shifted gears and made a name for herself over the last decade providing on-call decision support and facilitated leadership conversations for startup founders and entrepreneurs throughout the United States, Europe and Australia.

In this episode we have a frank conversation about why some people create boxes for themselves that they can’t get out of when they feel they have no one to go to. We also talk about the keen differences between trying so hard to hustle that you burn yourself out. (sneak preview, we discuss reminding ourselves that we are our own Golden Goose, and if you really did own a Golden Goose, you wouldn’t burn it out. You would pamper it!)

While Jodi works 1:1 with a small number of clients, she also convenes roundtable conversations for entrepreneurs, and each week, and she co-hosts So, Here’s My Story… a podcast built from real, honest, business stories with poignant take-aways and plenty of humor. You can also find her at the mic as lead singer of her band, The Wafflers – and if you ask nicely, she might tell you about the time she one 1st place in a Truck Pull.

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WEBSITE: LeadingClarity.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joditurnerhume/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jodihume

Twitter: https://twitter.com/shmspodcast

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodihume/

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FB: https://www.facebook.com/JodiTurnerHume

FB: https://www.facebook.com/SHMSpodcast

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Are you living your personal and professional life with full expression? If not, our guest today can help.

Spencer Snakard is an Executive Transformation Coach who works with visionary entrepreneurs on a mission to make major impact. Spencer helps them to break through barriers to their next level of success, while learning to love life every step of the way.

In today’s episode we discuss how our own identities can limit us, understanding what we really want, and how remaining flexible in 2021 and beyond means that we should be striving to have the alignment of our personal and professional visions overlapping as much as possible.

Spencer has trained and coached for nearly 25 years, and her transformative programs cause profound and lasting shifts in her participants’ lives by getting to the heart of what drives us, what holds us back and what it takes to be truly fulfilled as spiritual beings having a human experience.

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Learn More:

https://www.youtube.comSpencerSnakard.com/YouTube

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https://www.facebook.comSpencerSnakard/

SpencerSnakard.com

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Have you ever suffered from Imposter Syndrome? If so, our guest today can help you tackle those feelings and move to a place of gratitude.

Kathy Taylor, of Herdwise Coaching, is an executive coach for women who struggle with imposter syndrome, overwhelm, or playing small. She finds perfectionism, people pleasing and proving hold them back from making a difference in the world.

In today’s episode we talk about how reconnecting with our body will allow us better control over our mindsets, and she reminds us that our bodies have a good memory that we should be listening to, especially in times of strife. By practicing new techniques such as gratitude and stepping out of our comfort zone in little steps at a time, we can expand our windows of tolerance.

Through virtual coaching or Personal Intensive Retreats Kathy’s clients get to play with horses (if they like) and learn to reconnect their body and mind so that thinking, doing and feeling are balanced and integrated.

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Social media handles:

https://www.facebook.com/herdwiseleadershipcoaching

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathytaylorherdwise/

https://www.instagram.com/kathyktaylor/

www.HerdWiseLeadershipCoaching.com

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Jill Ratliff is an Author, Executive Coach, and Leadership Speaker with more than 20 years of Fortune 100 Human Resources Management experience.

She is author of the new book Leadership through Trust and Collaboration. Jill also is a longtime mentor with Pathbuilders, an organization that helps high-performing women accelerate their careers.

Jill specializes in leadership, executive coaching and business and personal transformation. Working with Fortune 500 and professional services firms to develop their C-Suite and high potential leaders to reach their full potential. Currently Jill is Managing Partner at JMR and a Senior Advisor in Beecher Reagan’s Leadership and Advisory Practice.

Among the most important skills in leadership are gaining trust and knowing how to collaborate under stress. A great leader is the kind of person others want to follow. They know how to break down silos and model collaboration. They have the courage to build meaningful relationships, and are experts at establishing trust and touching hearts, creating an environment where people feel heard, small problems don’t escalate, and businesses succeed.

The so-what: Anyone can learn to be a great leader; the necessary skills are inherent in our humanity.

The source: Jill Ratliff, a 25-year Fortune 100 human resources executive, knows well what amazing things leaders can do under the right circumstances. This is what has led her to write Leadership through Trust and Collaboration.

Key messages:

Current strategies to build leaders aren't working, but they can be improved.
Leadership is best learned every day on the job rather than in expensive, time-consuming workshops.
Great leaders know how to communicate productively in stressful moments.
Keeping it simple can help leaders lead through challenging situations.
Better leadership skills means less stress at work and in leaders’ personal lives, which has a huge cost benefit.

Leadership through Trust and Collaborationis a practical guide for anyone who’s serious about leading—or developing leaders—in today’s challenging environments.

The expert: Jill Ratliff is an Author, Executive Coach, and Leadership Speaker with more than 20 years of Fortune 100 Human Resources Management experience. She is author of the new book Leadership through Trust and Collaboration. Jill also is a longtime mentor with Pathbuilders, an organization that helps high-performing women accelerate their careers. Learn more at jillratliffleadership.com

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-ratliff-78312113/

https://www.instagram.com/Jillmratliff/

https://www.twitter.com/@jillmratliff/

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Can you be highly successful in business and highly sensitive at the same time? Let’s take this question a step further. Is there a direct relationship between your spirituality and great success? Our guest today absolutely will give you the answer.

Heather Dominick is a woman who is impressively successful, and highly sensitive. A former high school drama teacher who collaborated with none other than Bette Midler. A graduate of NYU where she received her first coach training. Heather is the winner of the 2015 Best of Manhattan Coaching Award and creator of the 2014 Stevie Award winning virtual event A Course In Business Miracles®: 21-Day Discovery Series that attracted close to 6,000 official registrants from all around the world including: Iceland, Nigeria, Russia, Asia, South America, Australia, Europe and the U.S. She has appeared on Lifetime Television and has been published in numerous books including Stepping Stones to Success alongside Deepak Chopra.

In today’s episode we learn about 20% of the population (your podcast host included) that are considered highly sensitive, meaning that our nervous systems receive information at a much higher level than others. Psychologically, this increased sensitivity can cause a lot of problems including states of overwhelm, shame and, and more. This fascinating conversation prompted Michael to take Heather’s HSE Quiz, and found out she is a Super Uber Highly Sensitive Entrepreneur! Boy, did THAT answer a lot of questions! Take the quiz here yourself: https://www.businessmiracles.com/freetool/hse-quiz.html

An exceptional facilitator and teacher Heather is known for creating a safe, sacred community for true transformation whether she is teaching a Business Miracles® Class, delivering training online or in-person or mentoring members of her Business Miracles Community in her various Mentoring Programs. She has helped thousands of HSE®s release life-long limiting beliefs, overcome fears and learn how to build their business in a way that actually feels so good that they can’t help but create solid, sustainable, high level financial success. Heather is also the founder and leader of the Highly Sensitive Entrepreneur® movement since 2010.

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https://www.businessmiracles.com/

https://www.pinterest.com/BizMiracles/

www.instagram.com/bizmiracles/

https://www.twitter.com/ACIBMs/

https://www.facebook.com/businessmiracles/

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Would you pick up and move to Mexico to pursue a life that you love? Our guest today did that!

Samantha Buckley-Hugessen, CEO of A Designed Life, LLC is an American Certified Coach originally from Seattle Washington, who now lives as an expat in Cabo San Lucas Mexico. She also just happened to have a 7 year lay over in Whistler, B.C- Canada. With 2 amazing son’s, and wonderful 20 year marriage as well as 3 fur babies. Sam is a force at 6’2” tall, she is a bit foul mouthed (CENSORED) but she is super effective and passionate about helping people design and live lives they love.

In today’s episode we talk about the steps each of us can take to rewrite our own story to design a life that we truly love. Samantha reminds us to do the hard work to get to the truth of what we truly want, and then take the next step (and the next, and the next after that) in order to move towards that new reality. She also reminds us that trying won’t do it. Decide!

Samantha has been managing and leading people her entire adult life and started personal Life, Sales and leadership coaching full time in 2011. In October 2019, Sam released her best-selling Book UNS*UCK YOURSELF – The Guide to Designing a Life You Love (https://amzn.to/36NTCEE).

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Contacts and Media:

www.adesignedlifellc.com/

https://www.facebook.com/adesignedlife/

https://www.instagram.com/a_designed_life_llc/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthabh/

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UNS*UCK YOURSELF!: The Guide To Designing A Life You Love

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Do you have the right FOCUS for 2021 and beyond? Our guest today tells us how to achieve it.

Allison Williams is the owner of two companies. Williams Law Group is a multi-million dollar law firm specializing in matrimonial and family law, with an emphasis on complex Child Welfare matters and now Law Firm Mentor, where she provides business coaching services for Solo and Small Law Firm attorneys helping them grow their revenues, crush chaos in business and make more money.

In this episode we discuss the ways she helps her clients to “Crush the Chaos” in their businesses, especially when the bottleneck in the business is the business owner themselves. She also walks us through the principles of FOCUS, including how we set our goals, how to break them down by working backwards and how systemization can save the day.

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Social Media Links:

WEBSITE: https://lawfirmmentor.net

PODCAST: https://lawfirmmentor.net/podcast (Crushing Chaos with Law Firm Mentor podcast)

FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/LawFirmMentor

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LINKEDIN: https://linkedin.com/in/allisoncwilliams

INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/Law_Firm_Mentor

TWITTER: www.twitter.com/Law_Firm_Mentor

YOUTUBE: www.YouTube.com/LawFirmMentor

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Every big up in life is always balanced by a big down. Our next guest knows that all too well, and that reality has sparked her mission to help women (and the men in her life) to take more control.

Cherie Burton is a pioneering spiritual psychologist whose evolutionary STAND SPEAK SHINE method transforms women into authentically embodied and empowered feminine leaders, and host of the Women Seeking Wholeness podcast.

In today’s episode we talk about the deeply person loss of her sister to suicide, her family history of depression, and the ways in which she has accessed the power of “now.” She also reminds us that our bodies tell a powerful story of what we are going through internally.

Cherie earned degrees in psychology and sociology, has held group therapist positions in a psychiatric facility, a teen behavioral facility and an addiction recovery center. She is an avid researcher and teacher of the Divine Feminine and has written and produced audios, training programs, and transformational retreats. With a keen focus on addressing the whole woman on multiple levels, her unique expertise is in the science and spirituality of sensory integration.

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HTTPS://LinkedIn.com/cherie-burton-590952b/

https://www.instagram.com/@cherie.burton/

https://www.cherieburton.com/

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https://www.twitter.com/WomenWholeness/

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What is the secret to successful marketing and advertising? Our guest today believes that the secret is a great Copywriter. And she should know!

Nicki Krawczyk is a Copywriter with 15+ years of experience, writing for multi-billion-dollar companies, solopreneurs, and every size business in between. She also coaches people to become copywriters and build thriving careers of their own.

In today’s episode we discuss creating the connection between a need and those who provide the solution to those needs, and the vital role of the Copywriter to make that connection happen. We also learn that Michael had no idea what a Copywriter really was!

Nicki helps people become professional copywriters and build thriving careers of via her website, www.FilthyRichWriter.com, and her Comprehensive Copywriting Academy. For her, being "filthy rich" means having a job you love, being good at what you do, and making

great money doing it.

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https://www.instagram.com/@filthyrichwriter/

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Do you have money secrets? Of course, you do. We all do. And our guest today will help us to unwind them.

Jennifer Love is an Award winning, 5x career entrepreneur with 20+ years under her comfy Keds (she retired her high heels years ago). She is a thought leader with a heart that matches her name, and is currently the visionary CEO of the Living Wealthy Institute, helping world leaders develop a healthy relationship with wealth free from overwhelm and anxiety by following a regenerative money equation for a holistic and nourishing experience. Leaders who know how to raise, manage, grow, and contribute money can live soulful, wealthy lives to become allies for future generations to come.

In this episode we learn about her first childhood memory at 3 which shaped her money secrets, and how this one pivotal event prompted her to pursue degrees, training, and research in human and organizational behavioral psychology, which are the foundation for her clinical work. She also reminds us that we can be financially rich, but emotionally bankrupt.

On a given day, Jennifer can be found diving deep with a leader in a private money therapy session, taking long contemplative walks and hikes through nature, guiding groups of leaders through workshops and retreats, serving as a guest judge for entrepreneurial events like Startup Weekend, speaking on stage as a Wealth Philosopher, in her art studio shaping her artistic magic onto canvas, preparing entrepreneurs how to land a deal on Shark Tank, working behind the scenes on shows like: Biz Fix with Marcus Lemonis, in her writing studio developing a book or paper, meeting with community leaders and government oﬃcials, negotiating with investors (she’s helped raise $100M+), advising leaders of Fortune 200 companies and celebrities through her Living Wealthy Model, OR simply being at home enjoying time with her sweetheart John, her fur-baby Maggie, and her adored garden of plants.

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https://jenniferlove.com/

https://www,facebook.com/TheJenniferLove/

https://www.insagram.com/@theJenniferLove/

https://www.LinkedIn.com/TheJenniferLove/

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What is Backwards Mapping and how can it help you to remain flexible and embrace change? Our guest today will explain!

Michelle Wyatt, author of Buckle Up, Buttercup! How to Drive Success by Embracing the Power of Change, is passionate about helping teams and individuals find success by learning to embrace, navigate, and leverage change. By sharing the change management techniques used to navigate a huge career change for herself, Michelle helps others gain a deeper understanding of what makes change so scary and how to overcome those fears. She works with individuals seeking to make a change and organizations looking to help their teams embrace change, using proven techniques and activities to propel everyone forward.

In this episode we kick off our month-long series, New Year – Flexible Focus, which is dedicated to helping us move forward in our personal and professional lives while being mindful that anything can happen. As we leave 2020 behind, we still might have lingering pandemic challenges, but we can move forward, being cognizant of the lessons we learned last year about resilience. And if you might also be facing or contemplating a career change, Michelle’s advice will be of great help.

Michelle began her career as a primary school teacher with a graduate degree in K-5 Teacher Leadership, and has found her niche as a corporate trainer. She now lives in Western Kentucky with her husband Seth and two sons Cole and Case. She currently works for First Southern Bancorp. Buckle Up, Buttercup! is her first nonfiction book.

You can connect with Michelle the following ways:

michelle@michelle-wyatt.com

www.buckleupbuttercupthebook.com/

https://www.instagram.com/buckleupbuttercupthebook/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-wyatt-author/

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Is it possible to turn your biggest nightmare into your greatest pleasure? Our guest today says Yes!

Jamie Lerner is co-author of the book The Ever-Loving Essence of You https://amzn.to/3gCLjQo and a therapist who helps people to reframe themselves and their situations. In this episode we talk about dealing with ourselves in loving and curious ways, listening to our mind chatter, and setting crystal clear visions for ourselves.

Jaime is committed to reminding you that it is you who knows best for yourself ALWAYS.

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social media handles: -

http://www.jamie-lerner.com/

https://www.facebook.com/lerner.jamie/

https://twitter.com/eleoy/

https://www.instagram.com/jamie_lerner/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-lerner-138b0414/

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Do you have a backup plan? If not, our guest today has a unique business plan that might just be perfect for you.

Christine Blackledge is s a mother of four, a law student and as a businesswoman specializing in the care recruitment sector and Healthcare Business setup, Christine is known and admired internationally as a ‘mumpreneur’. She specializes in training people in how to set up their own nursing agencies and care homes, both of which make excellent businesses.

In today’s episode we learn why Christine is so passionate about this industry and why she is on a mission to help people follow in her successful footsteps. She also reminds us that the best way to leave 2020 behind and transition successfully into 2021 and beyond is to make sure we take care of our base needs of nutrition, physical fitness, and mental health.

Christine is an author, has 27 years of experience in recruitment business, running her own business and being at a managerial level for large organizations. She setup and ran training schools in the USA and England and various recruitment firms worldwide. She is currently in the USA, Cyprus, Jamaica and the United Kingdom, helping clients set up and run their own home care companies worldwide.

CONNECT WITH CHRISTINE:

http://www.christineblackledge.com

https://www.facebook.com/ChristineBlackledgecarebusinessconsultancy/ https://www.instagram.com/howtohealthcare_startups/

www.in/christine-blackledge-irp-8b89941a/

https://www.twitter.com/@carestartup/

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Can you turn negatives into positives? Our guest today certainly can, and wants to help you do it as well. Trey Adams, also know as The Lone Wuf (and yes, he knows that’s not how you spell wolf) wants to motivate you to be a P2D3. A Positive, Productive Person.

This repeat guest has a unique and infectious way of looking at life, and he challenges himself and others to find the positive in everything. Even in words that are, in their own right, negative.

For example, instead of seeing the negative in the word “Bad,” view it as Be Awesome Daily!

Join us today as Trey shares his thoughts on how we can leave the “bad” of 2020 behind and make sure we are awesome every day in 2021 and beyond.

Social media Links:

thelonewuf

https://www.linkedin.com/in/wayne-t-trey-adams-iii

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcLene7LwKtZw1dsDIWLaKg?view_as=subscriber

https://www.twitter.com/WayneT(Trey) Adams/

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Do you have an ownership mindset regarding who you work for? Our guest today certainly does. In fact, she was so passionate about the mission and vision of the company that she worked for that she asked to become a 50% owner during her first annual performance review.

Margy Feldhuhn is the co-owner of Interview Connections, the first and leading podcast booking agency. Margy and her business partner Jessica lead an in-house staff of 13 employees in their Rhode Island office, and have successfully scaled the agency to 7 figures.

In this episode Margy encourages people to realize the benefit of getting your voice out there, not only for your business targets but also for your own peers and using the power of podcasts to do it. Creating visibility and thought leadership will truly help you to shock your potential.

When she is not running a successful company, Margy is active in animal rescue and organizes a yearly fundraiser called Art for Animals. In fact, in 2019 she was recognized for her efforts with a “Humane Heroes” award.

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https://www.instagram.com/interviewconnections

https://www.facebook.com/InterviewConnectionsPage

https://www.linkedin.com/company/interviewconnections

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What is your body trying to tell you? Our guest today can help you figure that out. Melanie Weller is the world’s leading expert in opening the door to health, performance, and innovation through the vagus nerve.

In today’s episode we discuss the importance of recognizing the stories behind the physical manifestations of our stress. By taking the time to uncover the imbalances caused by how we deal with stress, we can not only have a healthier life, but also a healthier body.

Melanie has an extensive background in stress management, chronic conditions, and people who haven’t yet found success. She now focusses on strengthening the leading edge in businesses, speakers, entertainers, athletes, artists and medical professionals.

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Website: www.melanieweller.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/embodyyourstar

Twitter: www.twitter.com/embodyyourstar

Instagram: www.instagram.com/embodyyourstar

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melanieweller/

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Think you have a good marketing strategy? So What? That’s the question that our guest today asks each of her clients in the process of helping them to shock their potential.

Margie Agin is an award-winning marketer and the Founder and Chief Strategist for Centerboard Marketing based in the DC area. Margie is also the author of Brand Breakthrough: How to Go Beyond a Chatchy Tagline to build an Authentic, Influential and Sustainable Brand Personality. https://amzn.to/2FfE2rr

In today’s episode Margie reminds us that the best marketing messages tell a story that speaks directly to the pain points of the customer. What gets the business leaders excited about a product or service may not resonate with the customer, and that disconnect hampers success.

As both an external strategist and an in-house marketing leader, Margie has helped companies in the cybersecurity, communications, EdTech and software industries distill complex topics into content and campaigns that drive action.

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Learn More:

Free Resource: www.Brand-breakthrough.com

https:// www.centerbord-marketing.com

https://linkedin.com/in/marjorieagin/

Brand Breakthrough: How to Go Beyond a Catchy Tagline to Build an Authentic, Influential and Sustainable Brand Personality

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Does your work have a Noble Purpose? Our guest today will help you to uncover and embrace yours, thus allowing you to celebrate that no matter the industry, your work does have meaning.

Lisa McLeod is the global expert on purpose-driven business and the bestselling author of Selling with Noble Purpose: How to Drive Revenue and Do Work That Makes You Proud. https://amzn.to/3lrE3rW

In today’s episode we discuss how to make sure you don’t just have a transactional relationship with your work. That isn’t sustaining. Instead, Lisa challenges us to understand how what you do makes a difference, how you do it differently than your competition, and how remembering how you feel on your best days at work defines your Noble Purpose.

Learn more:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaearlemcleod/

https://twitter.com/LisaEarleMcLeod

https://www.instagram.com/lisaearlemcleod/

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You have only 7 seconds to capture attention with your social media videos. Our guest today makes sure you use those seconds wisely.

Kate Skavish is an entrepreneur and serves as the Chief Visionary Officer at Wave.video. Kate is responsible for facilitating business development, strategic partnerships, and the direction of the company's growth. Holding a Master's degree in Applied Mathematics allows Kate to say that numbers (KPIs in particular) truly are a girl's best friend.

In today’s episode we learn more about Wave.video and the critical role that video plays in a company’s marketing objectives. She also reminds us that in order to truly leave 2020 behind and prepare for a new year, we must appreciate the struggles and new skills we have acquired, and put it all into perspective.

As a co-founder of two businesses, a mother of two children, and an immigrant, Kate knows all too well that no matter how detailed any research and projections can be, assumptions and expectations hardly ever match the end result. She firmly believes that a struggle is sometimes the best motivation for innovation and positive change.

Connect with Kate:

Through her website wave.video.com

@wave.video

wave.video.

@wave_video

in/kateskavish

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Andrea Freeman started her first business when she was 12 years old. Three businesses and a lot of learning later, she was hosting red carpet celebrities in her event planning business. But, she felt unfulfilled. She said to herself, “There has to be a better way!” That pivotal moment prompted a soulful search.

In today’s episode we discuss how to Andrea helps entrepreneurs to align their mind with their business. She is dedicated to helping those who are ready to do the hard work of reflection to be able to transform their lives and businesses.

Andrea uses her groundbreaking H.O.S.T™ Method and successful track record as a business owner to coach creative entrepreneurs. Her mission is to help business owners align with their purpose, create results with greater ease, and make a lasting impact in the world.

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/afreeman_insta/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/afreeman-consulting/

Website - https://www.andreafreemanconsulting.com/

Free Journal Offer: https://www.andreafreemanconsulting.com/5minutejournal

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How important is content in your marketing strategy? According to our guest today, it can truly make or break your business.

Veronica Sagastume is an ex-corporate CFO turned content marketing strategist with a passion for helping accounting, bookkeeping, and tax business owners create content to increase their visibility on social media and grow their business online.

In 2016, Veronica ventured online to help other accounting, finance, and tax business owners learn how to show up online with a strong content marketing strategy to attract and connect with clients. Helping them to show up like the experts they are, make a greater impact, increase their online visibility, and grow their business online is her primary vision and goal!

In today’s episode we talk about Veronica’s personal journey from the corner office to starting her own business, all to be able to be flexible enough to help care for her true-Life Coach. Her grandmother. We also talk about how to have fun with content, revamp, and reuse, and to leave room for imperfect creation.

Veronica has built a thriving consulting and coaching business from the comfort of her own home and is excited to share her journey.

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LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronicalsagastume/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veronicalsagastume/

FB Business Page:https://www.facebook.com/SuccessfulConsultants/

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Do you believe that every person deserves a good leader? Our guest today certainly does.

Gene Hammett is a leading expert on high-growth company culture and leadership. He has decades of experience with more than $40 million in revenue for the companies he has led and owned. Gene has interviewed more than 530 CEOs of high-growth companies to understand the core principles of fast growth. He consults companies to activate new growth and reduce the high cost of ineffective leadership.

After 15 years of being a serial entrepreneur, Gene has built teams and taken many companies to two times and three times growth. He has worked with more than two dozen companies on the Inc 5000 list. Recently he realized the biggest driver to fast growth was the ability for companies to create a growth culture and leadership that inspires ownership.

In today’s episode Gene challenges us to understand our core values and gives us three particularly important things to think about as we strive for greatness. He also shares some great free resources to help you to reach new professional heights.

Gene is the best-selling author of The Trap of Success https://amzn.to/34yEsSB, a book about breaking through to new levels of growth. He has leadership insights have appeared in large publications like Inc, Entrepreneur and Success Magazines. Since 2014, his show, Growth Think Tank (formerly known as Leaders in the Trenches), has been recognized by Inc., Business Insider, and Entrepreneur for its insight on growth and sales leadership.

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Important Links:

Website: www.genehammett.com

Email: gene@genehammett.com

Gene’s Book “The Trap of Success”: https://amzn.to/34yEsSB

Twitter: http://twitter.com/genehammett

Podcast: Leaders in the Trenches

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leadersinthetrenches

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genehammett

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/genehammett

The Trap of Success: A Brutally Candid Guide to Overcoming Your Fears, Finding Significance, and Attaining Profound Success

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What are the small steps you can do today to make your business more resilient? Our guest today literally wrote the manifesto on the topic!

Tony Guarnaccia has helped thousands of businesses survive crises, navigate uncertainties, and emerge stronger on the other side.

In today’s episode we discuss how the strategies that Tony shares with his clients also apply to us individually. In fact, his whole mission of building resilience is based in personal stories, including that as a child, he saw his parent’s small business fail. They lost everything, including their home. And in an effort to learn all he could about business in college, he started a successful business, that also failed. He lost all again. Then he began to learn from the masters of resilience.

Tony has worked with Google, Microsoft, ADP, Ford, BMW, Sunrise Senior Living, Foster Grant and more, and has helped grow over 10,000 small businesses and a dozen Fortune 500 companies.

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Find Tony on his handles:

Facebook: tony.g.guarnaccia
Instragram: tony_guarnaccia
Twitter: tony.g.guarnaccia
LinkedIn: in/tonyguarnaccia
Skype: tguarnaccia
Website: mallStepsGrowProfits.com
https://smallstepsgrowprofits.com/manifesto-confirmation

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Can you move from being Captain Denial becoming the hero of your own life? Our guest today knows that you can and can help you make the transformation through his Hero Project.

Adam Jablin is a highly sought-after performance and life coach, corporate consultant, and keynote speaker who has helped thousands of people experience a joy for living even while under pressure or difficulty. His unique positive energy, compassion, and gift to relate to others has influenced people from all walks of life, including leaders in the fields of health, psychology, entertainment, sports, business, and politics as well as helping everyday folks fighting fears, alcoholism and addictions to unleash their hidden Superman.

In today’s episode we talk about his 5 strategies (plus one added by Michael) for successfully closing out 2020 and preparing for 2021 and beyond, including the practice of meditation, journaling and more.

Adam helped build, run, and sell a multimillion-dollar corporation in the fashion world, but equally important to his story is Adam's sobriety and his experiences as an enthusiastic advocate of recovery. (Clean & Sober since July 14th, 2006.) Adam also sits on the Institutional Review Board at Hanley Center— one of the most successful and highly regarded addiction and recovery treatment programs in the Untied States.

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Learn More:

https://www.adamjablin.com/

https://www.facebook.com/adam.jablin

https://www.instagram.com/adamjablin/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-jablin-9548646/

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“Becoming a mother makes you realize you can do almost anything one-handed.” – Unknown.

A mother who is also an entrepreneur is a force to be reckoned with, and our guest today not only knows about that first-hand, she has also created a community where these amazing business women can grow and scale their companies. Jill Salzman is currently growing her third entrepreneurial venture, The Founding Moms, the #1 platform for mom entrepreneurs to build better businesses.

In today’s episode we talk about the unique challenges moms face when they become entrepreneurs, from not knowing how or where to turn for support, being afraid of looking weak for seeking support, to the everyday challenges of not getting enough sleep! The conversation is serious but with a lot of laughter and the issues tackled with a playful spirit.

Jill is a graduate of Brown University and law school, she started a music management firm and then launched and sold a baby jewelry company before creating her current venture. She’s also the author of The Best Business Book In The World https://amzn.to/3nyL3F9 and the best-seller, Found It: A Field Guide for Mom Entrepreneurs https://amzn.to/3ltl4gv

Jill is the host of the top-rated entertaining business podcast, Why Are We Shouting?, gave her own TED talk on 11/11/11, was dubbed a “mommy mogul” by CNNMoney, a “Cool Mom Entrepreneur We Love” by MSN Live, and was recently named one of the Top 50 Women to Watch In Tech as well as a Top 100 Champion Small Business Influencer after Forbes’ named The Founding Moms one of the Top 10 Websites For Entrepreneurs. She’s shared the speaker stage with Richard Branson, Sheryl Sandberg, Daymond John, Marilu Henner, and Desmond Tutu and she regularly appears on ABC7’s Windy City Live TV show. In her spare time, Jill enjoys kloofing, baking, and erasing her daughters’ crayon artwork from the kitchen walls.

The Best Business Book In The World*: (*according to my mom)

Found It: A Field Guide for Mom Entrepreneurs

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Are you the boss of your bottom line? If not, our guest today will help you get there.

Tatiana Tsoir is a numbers expert with over 15 years of experience helping entrepreneurs and business owners to get to know their numbers, get their taxes under control and to reduce money anxiety.

In today’s episode Tatiana shares some powerful tips that business owners should consider taking advantage of before the end of the year. But regardless of when you decide to take more control, having a trusted advisor to guide and support you will take you and your business farther, faster.

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Social media handles

Twitter @TatianaAcct

IG @tatianatsoir.author

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tatianatsoir

Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatiana-tsoir/

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUV75DRoHl-9e7Qz0VTzKAw/

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Our guest today wants to take the mystery out of money.

As President and Chief Financial Fitness Trainer of Bissett Financial Fitness Inc., Tracey Bissett educates and empowers entrepreneurs to take control of and live their financial lives with confidence.

In this episode we talk, not only about how entrepreneurs can improve their financial fitness, but what everyone can do. It requires us to make imperfect forward progress towards our financial goals, every day. Yes, we said “imperfect.” Forward progress doesn’t have to be perfect. It just has to move continuously in the right direction.

As a former executive at TD Bank, one of Canada's Big 5 Banks, Tracey has worked with and in support of thousands of entrepreneurs to secure the financing they needed to grow their businesses. This hands on experience coupled with her formal financial education, Masters of Business Administration and Chartered Financial Analyst designation, position Tracey uniquely to coach entrepreneurs about all things money.

Tracey leads speaking engagements and is the Executive Producer and host of the Young Money podcast all focused on increasing financial fitness. Recently named a finalist for The IFSE Institute Award for Financial Literacy Champion through the Wealth Professional Awards 2020 and a Worldwide Finance Awards 2020 winner.

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https://twitter.com/bissettfinfit
https://www.instagram.com/bissettfinfit/
https://www.facebook.com/bissettfinfit/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/traceybissett/

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What do you do when your company has frozen expenses on training at a time when you need training and support more than ever? Can you still evolve as a leader on a shoe-string training budget? Our guest today assures us you can.

Daniel D. Matthews is an accomplished leadership coach, problem-solving and change leadership expert, and speaker, best known for his ability to help leaders Step Up, Stand Out and Inspire Others. He is the Chief Continuous Improvement Officer of Continue 2 Improve, and is author of two books:

The A3 Workbook: Unlock Your Problem-Solving Mind (https://amzn.to/2FX1slq)
The Language of Leadership: Nicer Bark, No Bite (https://amzn.to/32TYUO1)

In this episode we talk about actionable strategies to make training a priority right now in order to give you and your team the best competitive advantages possible to be successful in 2021 and beyond, no matter what happens.

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social media links:

https://www.facebook.com/daniel.d.matthews.3

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dandmatt/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjmUeUZTMLhLx2eZ65YaXVw?view_as=subscriber

The Language of Leadership: Nicer Bark, No Bite

The A3 Workbook: Unlock Your Problem-Solving Mind

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Have you ever known that “kids don’t care about what you know until they know that you actually care”?

Meet Aaron Smith, the author of Blank Check, as he explains about this young adult novel in which he encourages the world to consider a novel approach to learning. What would be the implications to society if we developed a learning model that not only teaches a given curriculum, but also where learning provides an opportunity to go beyond classroom and teaches students on additional skills to help them get to the next level of the quality of life.

Aaron Smith is the founder of Workplace Readiness solutions, a company formed to create sustainable cohorts of employees that are not only competent but also confident. With the onset of the Covid-19, and the new norm of work from home and virtual learning, his company shows how anyone can transform the knowledge they have acquired to income, regardless of their location.

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In today’s episode, Rob talks to us about his career, overcoming organizational challenges and bringing about change. His goal is to help people be optimistic and be positive about their lives. Listen in as he walks us through his successes, failures, and lessons that he has learned along the way.

Rob Campbell is a husband, father, author, and entrepreneur. Rob began a career in the Army as an infantry officer in 1990. He served in a variety of command and staff positions in a career spanning 27 years. His culminating assignment was command of an infantry brigade in the 101st Airborne Division.

Rob retired in 2016, wrote a book on leadership and founded his own speaking and consulting business.

Read Rob’s books;

It’s Personal, Not Personnel: Leadership Lessons For The Battlefield And The Boardroom (https://amzn.to/3dLzMLH)
At Ease: Enjoying The Freedom You Fought For -- A Soldier's Story And Perspectives On The Journey To An Encore Life And Career(https://amzn.to/3gdBQ0u)

More on Rob on his website https://www.robcampbellleadership.com

His social handles;

https://www.facebook.com/robcampbellleadership/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-campbell-361757b6/

https://www.instagram.com/robcampbell_leadership/

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Our guest today shares his compelling story of transition from the Army to homelessness and now to his true calling as the Founder of Veteran Rescue Mission.

Paster Jon McLane joined the Army at 18, right after 9/11, and was sent directly to Iraq. As a 4th generation military member, Jon felt that he initially transitioned easily from military to civilian life. But 5 years later he experienced a mental break which lead to homelessness, and in those years, he also found that he could help other vets while also helping himself.

Today Jon runs a tiny house village and transition center for veterans to help connect them with housing. Listen in to his story today!

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Find Jon on his Social Media

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-mclane-29497b30/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/OccupyOurLand
FB: https://www.facebook.com/Jon.McLane.for.Tucson
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonmclane/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/OccupyPublicLand

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Would you give up 3 full-ride scholarships to pursue a career in the military? Demika Jackson did just that. When an Army recruiter came by to talk with a family member who wasn’t home yet, Demika talked to him instead, and ended up changing her life trajectory dramatically.

The military had its tough times, especially being one of only 2 women in her unit while stationed in Kuwait, but it also afforded her many blessings, including the ability to raise her daughter and 3 sisters, and learning incredible skills like computer hacking!

A US Army War Veteran and now Chief Executive Officer of ReInVentU, LLC, Demika assists veteran and nonprofit organizations with strategic planning, organizational development, professional and grant writing services to increase sustainability. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Armstrong Atlantic State University and currently pursuing her Masters in Business Administration and Masters in Psychology. She is a certified trainer within a variety of disciplines to include over 15+ years of experience within nonprofit, military operations, leadership development and training, sexual assault prevention, mental health and program development.

Her background includes working within diverse populations to include the military and multicultural communities. She has experience in providing education as a Dean of Students, advocacy as a Sexual Assault Response Coordinator and Department of Defense Mobile Training Consultant, mental health services as a Clinical Program Coordinator and additional programs to assist communities in thriving. She serves on several boards to include the Mayor’s Commission on the Status of Women, Mayor’s Hispanic American Advisory Board, The Mission Continues, the Annie Ruth Foundation to name a few and several veteran organizations.

Learn More:

https://reinventullc.org

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Is there honor in putting up a tent? Our guest today says, absolutely. When you put forth your very best effort, no matter the job, you have truly shocked your potential.

Maceo Jourdan began his career at 17 in the army, with high hopes of becoming a Green Beret. Although that goal was left unrealized, his experiences in the military shaped his tenacity and zeal for his professional goals, personally, and for his clients. In this episode he shares numerous life lessons from his time in the military, with humor, respect, and reflection.

Today Maceo is a serial entrepreneur with two decades of building businesses by creating great products and great marketing. His experience spans a wildly eclectic mix of practical real-world experience from the US Army to the cut-throat world of electronic trading. An early pioneer in computerized trading, Maceo built one of the earliest high-frequency trading systems for the S&P 500. When "pay per click" marketing platforms burst on the scene he translated his work into massively successful automated systems for Google and, later, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Learn more about Maceo today

WWW.MACEOJOURDAN.COM

HTTP://LINKEDIN.COM/IN/MACEOJOURDAN

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Building respect and resilience through oration is what our guest today is all about. Ricky Higby spent 26 years in the Air Force, and today his goal is to obliterate behaviors such as suicide, bullying, domestic violence, sexual assault, sexual harassment, self-harm, inequality, & discrimination while enabling individuals to be their best self, to #BeAsBuilt.

In today’s episode Ricky talks about the privilege of selfless service in the military, the opportunities of traveling the world and having adventures such as hang gliding in the Swiss Alps, and the importance of being intentional in all that you do. Ricky also shares a deeply personal and tragic story of loss of his first wife to suicide and how that fuels his work today. But through it all he found unwavering community in the military and is honored to have served.

Ricky has 24 years of leadership experience with over 10 of those years consisting of teaching and writing on the art and science of leadership. He is a John Maxwell Certified Speaker, Trainer and Coach, a Violence Prevention Educator, a Resilience Trainer and a Temperament Discovery Facilitator. He has been speaking, teaching and training for over 15 years from Africa and Brazil to Germany and Japan as well as throughout the US.

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You can follow Ricky on social media;

www.linkedin.com/in/ricky-higby

https://www.facebook.com/BeAsBuilt/

https://www.facebook.com/rehigby/

https://twitter.com/rehigby

www.instagram.com/rehigby/

http://beasbuilt.business.site/

https://beasbuilt.blogspot.com/

http://rehigby.wordpress.com

https://www.speakersbase.com/ricky-higby

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDcxMV1gpUse4savXc2rw9w

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She might not have known what the Coast Guard was when she met her future husband, but 16 years, 9 moves and 2 children later, she does now. Our guest today is Jessica Manfre, spouse to an active-duty Coast Guardsman.

In today’s episode Jessica shares the joys, stresses, and pride of being a military spouse, talking especially about how she keeps connected to friends around the globe no matter where she and her husband are stationed. She also gives us important insight the struggles of military spouses regarding unemployment and under-employment.

Jessica Manfre is an author and freelance writer for multiple publications, provides telehealth therapy for children and families for a small nonprofit, and is the co-founder and CFO of Inspire Up, a 501c3 nonprofit promoting global generosity and kindness through education, empowerment and community building.

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Facebook: @JessicaManfreLMSW

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Bill Kurzeja began his career in the United States Army where he learned discipline and the importance of strict attention to detail. Over the next 8 years he made his way up the ranks to sergeant where he learned not only leadership, but also the importance of clear, effective communication in training. This made his next move as he transitioned out of the military in 2001 obvious; he would enter the retail automotive industry.

Beginning as a salesperson, Bill quickly rose through the ranks through finance, into sales manager, and finally into the GSM and GM positions.

Today Bill is the Owner and Founder of Professional Success South, a professional sales training and business consulting firm. Bill now follows his passion in training and coaching, specializing in the basics of communication and how paying attention to details will build a strong foundation. He is always working to bring knowledge to as many people as possible whether through his clients, on social media, or through his weekly Podcast, Get Focused with Bill K and Gina Faye.

Currently, Bill has begun training to become a triathlete and is on a mission to become the number one ranked member of his age group despite not knowing how to swim when he first began training!

Listen in as Bill talks about what he loved and learned in his military career as well as the challenges he and his family faced when he transitioned into civilian life. His open and honest discussion will strike a chord with listeners, reminding us about the important lessons in life that got us all to where we are today.

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Get In Touch With Bill:

Website: https://professionalsuccesssouth.com/

Phone: 310-213-5093

Email: billk@professionalsuccesssouth.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-kurzeja/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/billk95

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Join us today as we kick off a month-long series honoring and learning from American Veterans and their families. We begin by speaking with long-term Shock Your Potential friend, Rob Lougee, Assistant National Employment Director for DAV (Disabled American Veterans).

Rob E. Lougee, a service-connected disabled veteran of the Persian Gulf War, was appointed Assistant National Employment Director for the more than 1 million-member DAV in March 21, 2016. From the DAV National Headquarters located in Cold Spring, Kentucky, Mr. Lougee manages special employment initiatives and works with private and public sector entities to develop and build partnerships to address joblessness and underemployment, as well as facilitate job fairs and lead efforts to connect veterans and transitioning service members to employers.

A Boston native, Mr. Lougee enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1983 and served until 1992 in the First Armored and First Calvary Divisions, attaining the rank of specialist. His awards included the Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Southwest Asia Medal with three bronze stars and the Kuwait Liberation Medal.

Today we talk about the amazing 100 years of DAV, some of the milestones during those first 100 years, and the many resources this dedicated organization offers its members.

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Do you dream of being your own boss? If yes, then our guest today can help you find your perfect business. Lance Graulich is the founder & CEO of ION Franchising, an industry leading franchise consulting and development group, that represents over 500 franchise brands & business opportunities within 90 categories. Lance helps prospective entrepreneurs find their perfect franchise for FREE. He also assists independent business owners in creating a franchise system.

In today’s episode we learn about how he started his career on Wall Street, later helped grow a TGI Fridays franchise to more than a $225,000,000 organization, became a multi-unit, multi-state franchisee of Wingstop and Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, founded the donut chain called Pinkbox in Las Vegas, has recently launched a bakery project with a Food Network star, and is now known as the industry-leading donut expert.

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702-682-7173

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Would you leave your home and everyone you know to travel across the world to pursue your dreams? Our guest today did just that! Connie Diforo is a self-taught designer based in Boston who learned to sew using her grandmother's Singer sewing machine in Botswana.

In today’s episode we learn about her life-long passion for fashion, her journey to America, and her current mission to help rebuild her church in Botswana. Her now 99-year-old grandmother sparks her desire to save the important historical church and brings back loving memories of getting “all dolled up” to go to church.

Connie’s designs are greatly inspired by her traditional life back in her home country. She loves to blend German print fabrics with modern ideas when creating her functional pieces. Her designs, have been featured in many fashion shows including Fashionably Late at the Liberty Hotel, Boston, Excessive Fashion, Boston Fashion Week and NY fashion week for EPN magazine. Diforo also hosts Fashion Tv in Boston for BNN.

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Have you considered making the move to entrepreneurship? If so, our guest today may be able to help. Felicia Shanken is the CEO/Founder of the Philadelphia Women's Network Connection, LLC and PWNC Foundation Inc 501(c)(3). PWNC creates a friendly supportive community where business owners enjoy sharpening their entrepreneurial edge while nurturing valuable relationships that enrich career satisfaction.

In this episode we discuss how her for-profit company provides basic tools and resources for women (and men) who are trying to grow and scale their businesses, and how her non-profit helps individuals transition into entrepreneurship. We also talk about the importance of authenticity in running a successful business.

Felicia hosts her own weekly show on RVNTV, called "Power Up Your Passion", where she brings guest on to talk about their passion in life and how it lead to where they are now. Felicia was also recognized and honored by "Fun Times Magazine" in their March/ April 2020 magazine edition for being a, “2020 Philadelphia Who's Who Black Women of Influence".

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Find out more here: https://www.philadelphiawomensnetworkingconnection.org

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Do you know any Brilliant Jerks? Our guest today does, and she also knows how to help them.

Dr. Katrina Burrus, CEO/founder of Excellent Executive Coaching LLC, is known for fast-tracking leaders to the C-Suite and beyond and for "Transforming Brilliant Jerks into Inspiring Leaders." She is also the author of Managing Brilliant Jerks: How Organizations and Coaches Can Transform Difficult Leaders into Powerful Visionaries. https://amzn.to/35zUOur

In today’s episode we talk about her passion for developing agile leaders to excel in all environments and helping them to understand the power of their words. She also shares the (not surprising) statistic that 74% of successful leaders say they have had at least one intolerable boss in their career.

Dr. Katrina Burrus has worked with Nestle, Novartis, the World Health Organization, the International Labor Organization, the United Nations, and many more and was most recently featured in Mexico, India, the U.S., Kazakhstan, and Russia. Dr. Burrus has 18 years of experience as the first Master Certified Coach and Founding Board Member from the (ICF)International Coaching Federation in Switzerland.

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Follow Dr. Katrina on social media;

https://mkbconseil.ch

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrinaburrus/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MKBCoaching

Twitter: https://twitter.com/KatrinaBurrus

Facebook: https://business.facebook.com/ExcellentExecutiveCoaching/

Managing Brilliant Jerks: How Organizations and Coaches Can Transform Difficult Leaders into Powerful Visionaries

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Could you reset the rhythm of your life and find a new career in the process? Our guest today says yes! Michelle Fortin is an award-winning broadcast journalist, speaker, comedian, and actress.

In today’s episode we learn about Michelle’s decision to take an entire year off from work, volunteering, personal and social engagements and more to save herself from burnout. And as a present to herself for her 40th birthday, she took an improve comedy class which, unbeknownst to her, would launch her next career.

Michelle routinely emcees events and conferences, and gives keynote addresses on motherhood, relationships, and faith. She's made numerous TV appearances on shows like Good Morning America, TODAY, The List, and Inside Edition, while also routinely appearing on local TV stations in Phoenix, Arizona. In 2019, PHOENIX Magazine named her among the "Great 48" - a list of the Valley's Most Influential People. As the brunette-half of the popular comedic duo, Leeann & Michelle, you may recognize Michelle from viral parodies and comedic sketches, which have accrued 40million views.

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Do you have a desire to write a book? Why? Our guest today will definitely want to know WHY you want to write one if she is going to consider taking you on as a client.

Jyotsna Ramachandran is a best-selling author, book publisher, TEDx speaker, and is an international Author Success Coach who has helped more than 400 coaches, trainers, speakers and experts from 35 different countries to build a super-profitable author funnel with the help of their book.

In this interview we discuss the importance of being clear about why you want to write a book, taking the Author’s Pledge, and preparing for the impact it will have you personally and professionally.

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Learn More:

www.jyotsnaramachandran.com

Jyotsna’s Book – Job Escape Plan https://amzn.to/3d3S63C

Facebook page: http://facebook.com/jyotsna.entrepreneur

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/authorjyotsna/

Instagram: http://instagram.com/jyotsna.ramachandran/

Youtube: http://youtube.com/jyotsnaramachandran

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Will we ever meet in person again? Out guest today is quite confident that we will. In fact, he is so confident that he is betting his company on it.

James Daniels is President & CEO of The Meeting Designers, an internationally recognized events management company founded in 2005 and entrusted with the planning and execution of over 200 programs a year. James previously held national account sales roles with both Hilton and Wyndham Hotels. Customers of The Meeting Designers range from corporations and associations to non-profits and social groups. Some legacy clients have nicknamed him “The Olivia Pope of the Meetings Industry,” as they rely on him to be their “fixer” when holding events. James rotates between his residences in Houston, TX and The New Orleans French Quarter, where he’s a proud “WHODAT” NOLA Saints Football fan.

In this episode we discuss what it takes to create an exceptional meeting and the power of the in-person meeting. James reminds us that Zoom has its place, and today Zoom meetings are a band-aid for what we really want, need, and crave. Eventually the band-aid must come off. It might hurt a bit, and stick a little, but true healing comes when we once again gather to commemorate, learn and celebrate.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-daniels-0a996950/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMeetingDesigners/

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Do your systems work with each other to ensure exceptional customer experiences, or could they be harming your reputation? Our guest today not only helps you to answer that question, but also has a solution for you.

Justin Winter is Co-founder & CEO of Boostopia, an all-in-one support operations platform that unlocks the power of your support data inside your support ticketing system to transform both your team and customer experience.

Previously Justin was Co-Founder & CEO of IR Hot 100 D2C Home Fragrance Brand after growing to $22 million in annual sales to focus on a new problem. Fragmented customer experiences.

Listen in as we dive into his entrepreneurial background and learn new ways to make sure the customer is king.

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https://boostopia.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/justincwinter

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Can you break the patterns you follow and the stories you tell yourself in order find your authentic purpose? Our guest today knows you can.

Tony Martignetti is a leadership coach, entrepreneur, idea generator, and a people connector. He loves guiding people to find clarity in their lives, so they are energized, fully present, and unstoppable.

In today’s episode we talk about how he guides his clients to climb their own mountain, walking beside them to help them ensure they are on the right track and taking the right challenges. His coaching allows them to reframe their professional, and personal lives.

Before he became a coach, Tony was a finance and strategy professional with experience working with some of the world's leading life sciences companies. He is also the host of The Virtual Campfire podcast and is currently writing his first book, "Climbing the Right Mountain: Navigating the Journey of Transformation."

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Find Tony on Social Media:

https://www.inspiredpurposecoach.com/

https://linktr.ee/inspiredcoach

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonymartignett1/

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Can you cultivate confidence? Our guest today believes you can. Paul Ross is a Master Hypnotist, Master Trainer of Neuro Linguistic Programming, Meditation Instructor, speaker, and author of Subtle Words that Sell – How to Get Your Prospects to Convince Themselves to Buy and Add Top Dollars to Your Bottom Line! https://amzn.to/3iKBaAK

In our episode today, Paul tells us about his journey to a practice of mindfulness, hypnosis and neurolinguistic programming. As a young man, Paul was filled with envy and rage, and was a poor communicator. So, he set out to change that. Now he knows the power of the voice to communicate in ways that are attractive to people, using the power of language to persuade, sell, and heal, to turn stumbling blocks into steppingstones and pain into passion.

He also challenges us to make friends with uncertainty and confusion which will, by definition, make you stronger and more adaptable than those who seek to control situations.

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Subtle Words That Sell: How To Get Your Prospects To Convince Themselves To Buy And Add Top Dollars To Your Bottom Line!

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Are you able to be tough on yourself to become the best you possible? Our guest today believes that is the difference between good leaders, and great ones.

Simone Sloan is the founder of Your Choice Coach, and is an emotional intelligence business and executive coach whose mantra is Voice, Power, Confidence. Your Choice Coach helps leverage business strategy, emotional intelligence, and executive coaching to help companies become more human to realize results.

In this episode Simone talks about making sure people are ready to do the tough work on themselves and their companies, and even talks about how she helps “Toxic Rock Stars” find new leadership strategies and methods of expression.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonesloan/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AimInspireGrow
FB: https://www.facebook.com/simone.sloan.526/
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Why retire when you can graduate? Making the best financial decisions for today and the future can be daunting, but our guest today is dedicated to making the process easier, and less stressful.

Eric Brotman, CFP, AEP, CPWA is the CEO of BFG Financial Advisors. We know. That is a lot of letters. But suffice it to say, he knows his stuff. In fact, Eric shares his knowledge through his Don’t Retire…Graduate! Podcast where he teaches listening how to advance into retirement rather than retreating into it.

In today’s episode Eric shares key tips to help you maximize your financial future, regardless of how close you are to retirement or not. He also shares free resources that will help you begin quality financial discussions. Listen in!

Eric’s Books:

Don’t Retire…Graduate! Building a Path to Financial Freedom and Retirement at Any Age https://amzn.to/3jbFUAl

Retire Wealthy: The Tools You Need to Help to Build Lasting Wealth – On Your Own or With Your Financial Advisor https://amzn.to/30fkT0h

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Free Resources: www.brotmanmedia.com

Website: http://www.bfgfa.com/

Email: ebrotman@bfgfa.com

Phone: 410-252-4555

Twitter: @brotmanplanning

FB: BFGFinancialAdvisors

LinkedIn: ebrotman

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What do you see in your Career View Mirror? Have you achieved your career objectives? If not, our guest today will inspire you to new heights, and remind you to “Raise Your Voice to Raise Your Value.”

Joyel Crawford “grows leaders for a living.” As a Certified Professional Career Coach, Certified Virtual Presenter and Leadership Development Consultant at her own practice-Crawford Leadership Strategies, Joyel helps others expertly navigate every step of their career. Her expert advice has been featured in Forbes, Essence, Huffington Post, The Muse, Girlboss, Thrive Global, The Chicago Tribune, Philadelphia Magazine, Capitol Standard, TES, Korn Ferry Advance and Next Avenue.

In today’s episode we talk about getting where you need to go, getting your company to invest in your, and “Enoughness.”

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Some people believe that every human not only has a birth right, but a responsibility to themselves to pursue what they love and reach their full potential while doing it. Elijah Peterson is one of those people.

Elijah Peterson is a songwriter and entrepreneur, and the founding member of Endless Potential Studios. He uses his songwriting as a tool to connect the dots on situations he goes through in his everyday life. Long nights in the studio provides an opportunity to take a deeper look into the good, the bad, and the ugly situations we find ourselves in and aims to take his listeners on a journey by painting vivid pictures with his words that allow you to feel like you are experiencing his art rather than listening to it.

In this episode we talk about Elijah’s inspiration, his musical journey, his love of family and his desire to change the world by bringing people together through song. He also debuts a new song that will make you pause, reflect and replay. Please Note: The song is for mature audiences only and may make some people feel uncomfortable. But the message is well worth any initial discomfort. It will make you think.

Elijah attended Morehouse college in Atlanta GA, where he earned his degree in Business Finance. While attending Morehouse, Elijah learned the true definition of resilience, determination, and brotherhood which he transitioned over to his professional life.

During his years at Morehouse, while most of his classmates we interning on Wall Street; Elijah made it his priority to serve his community by returning to his neighborhood each summer to mentor groups of at risk youth in an 8-week program.

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On average, we can only handle 6 seconds worth of silence before someone has to speak. But in that silence, we can learn so much.

Our guest today is Rita Burgett-Martell, an organizational change consultant to Fortune 500 clients and career coach to more than 11,000 individuals. She is also the author of two books:

Change Ready https://amzn.to/3kP6YG4

Defining Moments https://amzn.to/3hZbCiF

In our conversation today we discuss guiding people and organizations through change, making use of those moments of silence to help people with the 3 C’s. Listen in to find out what they are!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritaburgettmartell/

Twitter: @BurgettMartell | https://twitter.com/BurgettMartell Instagram: @rita_yourchangeguru | https://www.instagram.com/rita_yourchangeguru Facebook: @yourchangeguru | https://www.facebook.com/yourchangeguru Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ritayourchangeguru YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1RgztQuDNORB6IjGzr08Hg

Change Ready: How to Transform Change Resistance to Change Readiness: A Manager's Guide to Managing and Sustaining Change in the 21st Century Workplace

Defining Moments: Seizing the Power of Second Chances to Create the Life You Want

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Opioid Epidemic. What do those words mean to you? Is it something you have heard about on the news but has never touched you or the lives of anyone you know? Our guest today once felt the same way.

We tackle a serious issue today, hearing from one mother who has two sons, one of whom she lost to opioid addiction just over a year ago. Dawn Trout is an accomplished professional who never imagined her life would be turned upside down.

Today she shares her story, helps us to understand this powerful addiction, and challenges us to learn more about something that is silently killing close to 100,000 Americans each year. Join us today to gain the best weapon you can have against this insidious disease. Information.

If you or someone you know needs help, call 1-800-662-HELP or visit https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline today.

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Can you learn fast and achieve more? Our guest today knows you can!

From the classroom to the boardroom, Susan Fitzell, M.Ed., CSP knows how to bridge the organizational learning gap. She provides unique solutions that transform performance by teaching people how they learn. She helps leaders understand the motivation drivers that engage their employees and works with organizations by helping their employees to upskill to reach their goals. And she is author of more than a dozen books.

In today’s episode Susan shares her Top 10 Tips on how to learn fast and achieve more in your career, from using tech that increases your learning efficiency and saves you time to making sure to take time to reflect on what you’ve learned. She also gives us some incredible learning hacks!

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Learn More: www.LearnFastAchieveMore.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanfitzell/

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Why you should buy a business. Yes, even now.

Our guest today, Carl Allen, is a world-class entrepreneur, investor and corporate dealmaker who has worked on more than 330 transactions worth close to $48 billion.

Carl first earned his reputation during his 16 years on Wall Street working for Bank of America, Hewlett-Packard, Forrester, and Gartner. There he advised some of the world’s largest corporations on investments, mergers, acquisitions, disposals, and restructuring... and helped hundreds of business owners raise both equity and debt financing. Until he almost missed the birth of his second son…

In this episode we learn about the staggering statistics for failed new businesses and the upside to purchasing an existing and profitable business, even while the world is in turmoil. And all without using a dime of you own money.

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Learn More: www.dealmakerwealthsociety.com

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Will your elevator pitch leave you stuck on the ground floor, or will it take you to the C-Suite? Our guest today can tell you in a matter of seconds.

Chala Dincoy is known as The Repositioning Expert, and she helps professional service companies change their messaging to attract more decision makers. In her former life Chala was an award-winning marketer at companies such as Pepsi, Pizza hut, Frito Lay, Diago, Playtex and BIC Inc, and during those years she was pitched by the best, and the worst, in a variety of industries. Today it is her mission to help companies determine and verbalize their super-niche.

Listen in today while Michael and Chala discuss the critical importance of word choice, and even take a stab at Michael’s pitch! Spoiler alert, Michael needed a LOT of help!

Learn More: www.repositioner.com

Chala’s Books:

Gentle Marketing: A Gentle Way to Attracts Loads of Clients https://amzn.to/333XBMx

How to Win Friends the Way Apple Wins Customers https://amzn.to/2FYKCmA

How to Make Anyone Like You in 7 Seconds or Less https://amzn.to/367jKvt

Email: chala@repositioner.com

FB: TheRepositioningExpert

YouTube: chaladincoy

Twitter: @Chala_Dincoy

Instagram: @cdincoy

LinkedIn: ChalaDincoy

Gentle Marketing: How To Gently Attract Loads of New Customers!

How to Win Friends the Way Apple Wins Customers: Making Your Personal Life More Fulfilling by Using Modern Marketing to Find Friends

How To Make Anyone Like You in 7 Seconds or Less

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If you’ve ever had to bring down the hammer, you need to learn how Amber Hurdle brings down the Velvet Machete. As a dynamic professional speaker and CEO of Amber Hurdle Consulting, a multi-award-winning talent optimization firm, she pioneers using both science and marketing principles to strengthen brands and leaders from the inside out.

In this episode we learn about her Velvet Machete® Brand Strategy, which allows you to cut to the chase and wrap messages in a way that feels good to the intended audience. She shares tips and strategies that you can implement today!

Amber helps leaders confidently define and position their value so they can maximize their influence, focus and results. She personally understands what it takes to accelerate success. She is a former teen mom who evolved into a powerhouse businesswoman, having worked with international celebrities, executives and Fortune 100 companies alike.

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Find out more https://amberhurdle.com

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Is there an artist within you? Our guest today believes there is and can show you how to let it shine.

Teresa is the embodiment of the modern artist/entrepreneur. She’s the owner of Teresa Funke & Company and Bursts of Brilliance® and has authored seven award-winning novels for adults and children set in World War II, including Dancing in Combat Boots and War on a Sunday Morning.

Teresa Funke believes there’s an artist in everyone. Her newest book, Bursts of Brilliance for a Creative Life, https://amzn.to/3hYALtO helps readers ignite their creative spirit and rediscover their passion, their purpose, and their power. Today’s chaotic world requires an army of innovative thinkers—and you are one of them!

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Find out more on Teresa here; https://www.teresafunke.com

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Bursts of Brilliance for a Creative Life

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It all began with a postcard of a dog dressed like famous painting of The Girl with the Pearl Earring. Our host Michael Sherlock was wandering through a street art festival in Philadelphia when one of the exhibitors caught her eye. A rack of postcards with portraits of pets made to look like works of art. They were hilarious and incredible, and a part of their company called Regal Beagle. But that is only one element of this amazing photography company.

Founder and owner of Susan Beard Design, Susan Beard has photographed an incredible list of prominent people. Past presidents, world leaders, and more have been captured by her lens. And her laughter and love of life are infectious.

Join us while we speak with her and top creative talent Ericka Schupp as we talk photography, Regal Beagle adaptations of the Queen’s corgis and more!

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What do the contents of your closet tell about you? Could you make a business out of what is in them? Our guest did just that!

Francie Brumley began working in retail when she was 16, and learned she had a real knack for sales and sales leadership. But like many who have spent decades in the industry, often missing holidays to cover shifts in busy malls, she was ready for a change.

Francie, also known as “Taco” to her fellow roller-derby athletes, had a closet full of unique outfits that could be loved again by someone else. Her business, Tacos Closets, was born. A year later her online business also has a selection of curated new and previously loved clothing, unique gift items, carefully purveyed facial products and more. Listen in to learn about her entrepreneurial journey that is now her dream job.

Find out more on: https://tacosclosets.com/

Facebook: @tacosclosets

Instagram: tacosclosets

LinkedIn: Francie Brumley

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We are empty nesters! The kids are gone from home, their careers are underway, and they have finally begun “adulting.” But from the get-go they must now face investing questions. How do they avoid getting ripped off or doing something dumb with their money?

Our guest today, Wes Rutledge, served over 27 years as an investment professional with the same regional investment firm. He worked with hundreds of clients of all sizes from first time investors to professionals with over $15 million per client. Working with retirees, small business owners, corporate executives, grandparents, parents and their children and more gave him the drive to write a book to help make the process easier for everyone.

So Dad, How Can I Make Dollars & Sense? - Wealth-Building Insights for When Adulting Begins in EARNest (https://amzn.to/2ROrvhl) is for young adults and the people who love them, to help everyone navigate the right discussions, and questions, that will help them gain empowerment over their financial future. In today’s episode we learn actionable strategies to put in practice today.

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So Dad, How Can I Make Dollars & Sense?: Wealth-Building Insights for When Adulting Begins in EARNest

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Fear of public speaking is the most common phobia ahead of death, spiders, or heights, according to the National Social Anxiety Center. Yet we all want to have a way with words.

Our guest today, BRENDEN KUMARASAMY, is the founder of MASTERTALK, his YouTube channel dedicated to helping the world master the art of public speaking and communication. He coaches purpose driven entrepreneurs on how to master their message and share their ideas with the world.

In this episode he provides tips and guidance, and even performs and on-the-spot verbal challenge involving pickles!

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9KJVYCokY9M&t=0s

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What is holding you back? Whether it is going after your dream job or simply changing your mindset, you’ll only get there when you start taking the steps that move you towards it. And as you take those steps, be confident in the fact that the steps you’ve taken thus far have taught you more than you may know.

Carrying your skillset from one job to another is what our guest is all about. Wayne T Trey Adams, III (call him Trey) is a former probation/parole officer who became a special education teacher dedicated to motivating and inspiring students to be their best. He has developed inspirational mantras, developed The Cheats Codes (math short-cuts) to help his students become better students, and is writing a children’s book. But his students give back even more, inspiring him as well.

According to Trey, we can always control our attitude, our thoughts, and our words. And that all can lead to success.

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/thelonewuf

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheLoneWuf/

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Are leaders born or made? Today, we talk to Katie Anderson, an internationally recognized leadership coach, consultant, and professional speaker, best known for inspiring individuals and organizations to lead with intention. She founded her consulting practice in 2013 to work with leaders at all levels and organizations of all sizes to achieve higher levels of performance.

In this episode, Katie talks to us about how she turned 18 months in Japan to an annual event, and how her time there helped her to make Japan the backdrop of her book, Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn: Lessons from Toyota Leader Isao Yoshino on a Lifetime of Continuous Learning. (https://amzn.to/3hNdxqT)

From the conversation you will from her on the concept of warp (your deeper interests and goals) and weft (what you discover and learn in your journey) — illustrated through the real-life experience of Isao Yoshino, one of Toyota’s great sensei. Listen in!

Follow Katie on social media;

Twitter: @kbjanderson

LinkedIn: linkedin.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kbjanderson/

Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn: Lessons from Toyota Leader Isao Yoshino on a Lifetime of Continuous Learning

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Job searches are tough. It can get frustrating waiting for a call to get an interview, especially when you know you are qualified for the job. But it’s quite possible that there is a good reason the phone isn’t ringing. Your resume.

Our guest today is today is JACQUELINE HAYES, who helps us understand why your resume is your most powerful and critical marketing tool. Written correctly, it can open doors. Written incorrectly can keep you from even getting an interview.

Jaqueline is passionate about empowering women and brings her message of “There are no limits in life; only limited thinking.”

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Social Media Handles:

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/JHayeschangeagent/

Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/jhayeschngagent

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Mark Black doesn’t just teach resilience. He embodies it. Born with a life-threatening heart defect, Mark underwent two open-heart surgeries before the age of one. He battled his condition and its limitations for twenty-two years until he was forced to deal with the biggest obstacle of his young life. His heart was failing. He would not see his 25th birthday without a rare and dangerous heart and double lung transplant.

Our guest today shares his deeply personal story, along with lessons that all of us can take to heart on building resilience. Mark doesn’t take a day, or even a moment, for granted. But he also hasn’t allowed these challenges to hold him back.

Listen in to the transition from heart and double lung transplant to 4-time marathon runner. A resilience expert, coach, and author, Mark helps people “Break Through” their challenges and limitations and his programs provide the tools to help you transform your adversity into your competitive advantage.

Mark Black doesn’t just teach resilience. He embodies it. Born with a life-threatening heart defect, Mark underwent two open-heart surgeries before the age of one. He battled his condition and its limitations for twenty-two years until he was forced to deal with the biggest obstacle of his young life. His heart was failing. He would not see his 25th birthday without a rare and dangerous heart and double lung transplant.

Our guest today shares his deeply personal story, along with lessons that all of us can take to heart on building resilience. Mark doesn’t take a day, or even a moment, for granted. But he also hasn’t allowed these challenges to hold him back.

Listen in to the transition from heart and double lung transplant to 4-time marathon runner. A resilience expert, coach, and author, Mark helps people “Break Through” their challenges and limitations and his programs provide the tools to help you transform your adversity into your competitive advantage.

Mark Black doesn’t just teach resilience. He embodies it. Born with a life-threatening heart defect, Mark underwent two open-heart surgeries before the age of one. He battled his condition and its limitations for twenty-two years until he was forced to deal with the biggest obstacle of his young life. His heart was failing. He would not see his 25th birthday without a rare and dangerous heart and double lung transplant.

Our guest today shares his deeply personal story, along with lessons that all of us can take to heart on building resilience. Mark doesn’t take a day, or even a moment, for granted. But he also hasn’t allowed these challenges to hold him back.

Listen in to the transition from heart and double lung transplant to 4-time marathon runner. A resilience expert, coach, and author, Mark helps people “Break Through” their challenges and limitations and his programs provide the tools to help you transform your adversity into your competitive advantage.

Social Media Handle:

Website: https://markblack.ca/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markblackspeaks/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarkBlackSpeaks/

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How creative are you? As human beings our minds are hard wired to be creative, but how do we capture that creativity and optimize?

Natalie Nixon, PhD is a creativity strategist, global keynote speaker and the president of Figure 8 Thinking. She helps people & organizations apply wonder and rigor to accelerate growth and business value. Natalie is the author of The Creativity Leap: Unleash Curiosity, Improvisation and Intuition at Work (https://amzn.to/3m7Lx4q)

To become a hybrid thinker, you need to have the three “I”’s. Listen in to find out what they are!

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LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/natalienixonphd
Twitter and IG: @natwnixon
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The Creativity Leap: Unleash Curiosity, Improvisation, and Intuition at Work

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Do you have a side hustle that you would like to make a full-time business? It’s not easy to put in the time and energy while also working another FT job, but if you do, you certainly have the makings of an entrepreneur.

Our speaker today is a living testimony who has turned her side hustle into full time business. Taryn Demestry of Viveltre Gourmet Confections was a behavior therapist and a teacher, and now runs a thriving confections company. She confesses that working for yourself is not easy compared to working for someone else, but gives practical advise on how to make the transition.

Listen in and learn how to manage your side hustle and make it a success as you find your perfect fit and passion.

Social Media links:

Website: www.viveltre.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viveltre/?hl=en

Website: www.mollyandmia.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollyandmia_com/?hl=en

Website: www.maxsjava.com

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Today is the first time that we have seen 5 generations in the workplace at once. And each generation has its own characteristics. How can any leader navigate this incredible number of multi-generational collectives and harness this powerful opportunity?

Our guest of today is Mona Delsole who helps leaders and their multigenerational teams transform performance, engagement, and culture. She presents, trains, and coaches to bridge the divide and connect across the generations. Her programs and services include:

Connecting Across the Generations: Virtual Presentations and Group Coaching
Strategic Networking and Branding Programs for Young Professionals, Corporations and Colleges
How to Lead Your Virtual Multigenerational Team
Customized Group and One to One Coaching Programs
Communication and Leadership Development Workshops

Leadership isn’t about leading a group, but about seeing the individual, knowing what they want, asking the right questions and learning how to help them overcome their challenges. Despite our generations, we all have our individuality in common.

Listen in and learn the three C’s that will help you succeed in this new multi-generational environment!

Social Media Links:

Website: https://www.monadelsole.com/

Linked: http://linkedin.com/in/mona-delsole-mpa-88784046

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/pages/category/Consulting-Agency/Mona-DelSole-Consulting-LLC-1669119280004742/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdelsole1

Twitter: https://twitter.com/mona_delsole?lang=en

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Are you actively involved in managing your own health care? When we become actively involved in our personal health care management, as opposed to just being told what to do, we have the opportunity to lead and live a dynamic healthy life. The more we know, the more we can control.

Adam Kesslman, SVP Corporate Development, Health Union, talks to us about the need for and resources available to help people manage chronic health issues. Whether you are a patient, caregiver or even a parent, he shows us how to manage disease though active and positive communication.

Our health is in our hands. Take control of it, talk about it, find solutions, and get in the conversation with others who are facing what you are facing.

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Social Media:

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akesselman/

Email: adamkesselman@yahoo.com

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Ready to go paint the town, but you are in serious need of a manicure? Our guest today lets us in on a secret.

Betsy Roberts is an Independent Stylist with Color Street, a revolutionary nail polish strip. This convenient, extremely affordable manicure with no dry time and no wait allows you to truly speak with your hands.

As a part of our Side-Hustle Room series, we also dive into why Betsy decided to become an entrepreneur and hear the lessons she has learned on her journey.

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Social Media Link:-

Website: https://www.colorstreet.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/becolorstreet

Twitter: https://twitter.com/becolorstreet

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colorstreet/

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Eastern State Penitentiary was once the most famous and expensive prison in the world, but stands today in ruin, a haunting world of crumbling cellblocks and empty guard towers. Known for its grand architecture and strict discipline, this was the world's first true "penitentiary," a prison designed to inspire penitence, or true regret, in the hearts of prisoners. Its vaulted, sky-lit cells once held many of America's most notorious criminals, including bank robber "Slick Willie" Sutton and Al Capone.

Join us for a tour of cellblock 12 in Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia while we speak with Lauren Zalut, Director of Education and Tours Programs. This creepy location is reputed to be haunted and is also part of the organization’s largest annual fundraiser. Terror Behind the Walls.

Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site interprets the legacy of American criminal justice reform, from the nation’s founding through to the present day, within the long-abandoned cellblocks of the nation’s most historic prison. Eastern State Penitentiary’s innovative preservation, interpretation, and public programs will move visitors to engage in dialogue and deepen the national conversation about criminal justice.

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Social Media links:

Website: https://www.easternstate.org/

Fcaebook: https://www.facebook.com/Eastern-State-Penitentiary-125028907507788/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/eastern-state-penitentiary-historic-site-inc

Twitter: https://twitter.com/easternstate

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Are you as financially fit as you want to be? Are you willing to be uncomfortable? Are you willing to do the work to get you there? Our guest today offers us the necessary resources and tool to financial empowerment.

Bob Wheeler is a man of true integrity with infectious energy. He is on a crusade to help us create a new approach to mastering our personal finances by helping us understand how our emotions trigger financial decisions. Combining finances with behaviors, Bob explores his personal concept of creating a healthy relationship with money in his recent book, The Money Nerve (https://amzn.to/3bl2Rh9).

To reach financial fitness, Bob helps people let go of the stories that hold them back and instead say YES to better decisions.

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Social Media Links.

Website: https://themoneynerve.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMoneyNerve

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheMoneyNerve

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-wheeler-88029512

The Money Nerve: Navigating the Emotions of Money

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Many people ponder questions like “Why am I here? Does my life matter? And if it does, how am I supposed to matter?”

Our guest today is JENNIFER LONGMORE, leading authority on what she calls our SOUL PURPOSE. Jennifer is also an Elite Business Coach to enlightened entrepreneurs, a sought-after media personality, and a 3-time bestselling author. She is world-renowned for her laser-like clarity in seeing into the depths of your soul and bridging your connection to universal consciousness.

In this episode we talk about how to read the energy around us and learn how to use it to help us find our own Soul Purpose.

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Jennifer Longmore’s Social Media Info:

Email: jennifer@souljourneys.ca

Phone: (905) 802-3667

Website: http://www.souljourneys.ca

LinkedIn: @soulpurposeexpert

Twitter: jenlongmore

Facebook: @soulpurposeexpert

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Vets transitioning from military to civilian life face many challenges, especially when entering the job market. Yet their very training and experience provides them with competitive advantages that they don’t always recognize.

Our guest today is ROB LOUGEE, a service-connected disabled veteran of the Persian Gulf War, and Assistant National Employment Director for the more than 1 million-members DAV (Disabled American Veterans). Mr. Lougee manages special employment initiatives and works with private and public sector entities to develop and build partnerships to address joblessness and underemployment for their members. He also facilitates job fairs and leads efforts to connect veterans and transitioning service members to employers.

Vets have a wealth of transferable skills, yet they often feel out of place in civilian life. This episode highlights the real struggles they face and gives hope and strategies to gain the confidence to communicate to a prospective employer that they are ready to complete their next mission.

media outlets/links:

facebook: www.facebook.com/DAV

Twitter - www.twitter.com/davhq

LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/company/davhq

Instagram - www.Instagram.com/davhq

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It can get very lonely at the top. And the higher you rise in business, the harder it is to know where to turn for help. You could have the best team that works for you, yet you can’t turn to them for answers about your own challenges.

Our guest today, Linda Ruffenach, is an entrepreneur committed to helping business owners achieve their vision of Total World Domination. Her 20+ years of C-level experience enables her to relate to the challenges business owners face every day. As the former CEO of a $100 million international enterprise, she has been through almost every stage a company can experience from fast growth, rapid decline, to complete transformation.

Linda breaks down complicated business issues into simple steps and reminds us all that you can’t do everything at once. But no matter what, you must add value.

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Here are my social media links...

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindaruffenach/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/execuity-llc

https://www.facebook.com/lruffenach

https://www.facebook.com/Execuity/

https://www.facebook.com/KYWhiskyChicks/

https://www.instagram.com/execuityllc/

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Have you felt nervous walking into an interview? Do your palms sweat, and your stomach gets butterflies?

Or maybe you felt confident walking in, but once in the room you find it hard to think clearly and answer confidently. suddenly something happens to your mind, Paula Oleska is a thought leader, award-winning brain coach and a bestselling author. Women leaders hire her to unleash fearless action because most are constrained by job descriptions, expectations or secret internal fears or doubts. Paula helps them make bold powerful decisions in their lives. She wants them to achieve more, receive more and be more.

In today’s episode Paula tells us how to be calm and overcome this temporary stress.

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Find out more:

Website: https://www.naturalintelligencesystems.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulaoleska

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrainUpgradeSystems

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What is the value of trust? People will not buy something from someone they don’t trust. As a salesperson, building trust with your customers is critical, and it may even allow you to sell at a higher price when trust is established.

Dr. Yoram Solomon is a professional member of the National Speakers Association, a TEDx speaker, and an adjunct professor at SMU and Hadassah College in Israel. He is also the author of Can I Trust You?: 50+1 Habits that will make you a trustworthy salesperson (https://amzn.to/3lj4j8q)

Yoram built his trust model by years of original research, experience as a CEO, an elected official, an innovator, a teacher, a pilot, and also as a member of Israel’s IDF 35th Airborne Brigade.

Listen in while Yoram shares his top 10 (+ 1) tips for selling on trust, not price.

How to Reach Yoram:

Website: https://www.yoramsolomon.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yoramsolomon/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/yoramsolomon
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yoramsolomon/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InnovationCultureInstituteLLC

Can I Trust You?: 50+1 Habits that will make you a trustworthy salesperson

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What is the perfect job for you? What is the difference in a job and a career? Our guest today, Mary Ann Faremouth, founder and CEO of Faremouth and Company, wants you to truly dive into what interests you and to understand where your passions are so that you can tap into them to unleash them.

As a leader in the national recruiting community and a placement specialist, Mary Ann knows what it takes to get the job done. She is the PRESIDENT of Houston Independent Personnel Consultant Group, is a member of the NASPD, NAPCA, the National Association of Personnel Consultants, and is also a highly regarded speaker and writer. She is the author of Revolutionary Recruiting (https://amzn.to/31zZsIk).

What we what we thought we wanted to do when we were 18 or 24 might not be what we want to do today. So how do we make a change? How do we align ourselves with a career that fits who we are right now?

Listen in and find out!

Social Media links:

Website: http://www.faremouth.com/index.html

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-ann-faremouth-0297a81/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/faremouth/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/faremouth?lang=en

Revolutionary Recruiting: How The Faremouth Method Helps Job Seekers, Recruiters and Businesses Learn To Match People With Their Passions

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Do you or someone you know have a child with special needs? Do you ever wonder how to reach them? This episode will open your eyes and your heart.

REBECCA DUVALL SCOTT is passionate about helping others gain a deeper understanding of sensory processing disorder (SPD) and how to improve the quality of life for those with SPD, attention deficit (and hyperactivity) disorder (ADD/ADHD) and autism spectrum disorders through experiential research, intervention strategies and positive mindset. She is also the, author of best seller and Top 10 Hot New Release Sensational Kids, Sensational Families and Hope for Sensory Processing Differences (https://amzn.to/31AJy00)

Rebecca shares her success story to inspires and empowers parents, educators, therapists and doctors to leave no stone unturned in their quest to maximize the strengths and minimize the weaknesses of the individuals with special needs in their lives and professions. She also shares what great lesson she learned along the way as she encountered this great story and how to look for the good, the positive and the teaching essence of family in all this.

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Social Media

https://www.facebook.com/groups/SensationalKidsSensationalFamilies/

https://www.facebook.com/rebecca2swans

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccaduvallscott

www.SensationalKidsSensationalFamilies.com

Sensational Kids, Sensational Families: Hope for Sensory Processing Differences

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Gessie Schechnger considers himself the laziest salesman in America. And he is proud of that self-imposed title. He is also, strangely enough, the Chief revenue officer for OnCourse, a sales engagement platform designed to help companies accelerate sales growth with the power of automation. Which makes it the perfect tool for Gessie!

OnCourse has built-in email marketing, SMS sequencing, task management, phone dialer and CRM united in a single experience to materially enhance sales productivity. You have the ability and power to communicate and reach out to like you’ve never have before

Gessie believes in what he sells. Precisely because it helps him be successful without having to work too hard! Listen in a he tell us how to work smarter, definitely not harder.

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Gessie Schechinger's info:

Email: gessie@tryoncourse.com

Phone: 8015203648

Skype: gschech@hotmail.com

Website: www.tryoncourse.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/oncourse-crm/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/OncourseCRM

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Software-Company/Oncourse-CRM-109627220402324/

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Even though great leaders always rise to the top, they all also need development and training along the way. Balance requires constant calibration. Our guest today is Rocky Romanella, Founder, President and CEO of 3Sixty Management Services, LLC, and author of the book Tighten the Lug Nuts. https://amzn.to/3iYwW92 3Sixty Management Services is a complete management services company with seasoned professionals focused on Thought Leadership, Leadership Development and Process Improvement.

Rocky challenges us to understand the responsibility of a leader. Some of the best advisers and the most effective leaders and managers are those who find a way to get their people to connect the dots and understand what they, as a company, are trying to achieve. And just because you got the job of leader doesn’t mean that you really understand it.

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Find out more on https://www.3sixtymanagementservices.com/ and https://tightenthelugnuts.com/

linkedin.com/in/rockyromanella

Instagram 3 Sixty Management Services

FaceBook 3 Sixty Management Services

Twitter 3sixtymgt

His social media handles; LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter

Tighten the Lug Nuts: The Principles of Balanced Leadership

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We all need a certain help becoming a high potential employee in our companies. Carol Lempert who is a Performance Coach and Virtual Trainer/Speaker, shows us how to increase and execute presence in our work environment. Getting the stability to maintaining and owning the energy of the room with idea of communication and making it contagious from person to person to person.

Carol Lempert started her career as a professional actress and now works with leaders helping them increase their executive presence by learning the skills actors use to have great stage and screen presence. In her previous life she was a career counselor and ran a program called: The Job Finding Club.

She is a sought after leadership expert being having been quoted in: Forbes, Financial Post, National Post, The Reader's Digest and Speaker's Magazine

Clients include: Google, Comcast and the Harvard Executive Education program (yes, THAT Harvard. Her Mom is too proud.)

Typically companies bring her in to help them tell better stories, learn to improve their personal brand and increase their emotional intelligence.

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Social Media

LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carollempert/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CarolLempertSpeaking
Twitter: https://twitter.com/CarolLempert
Website: https://carollempert.com/

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Hari Kalymnios is an expert on resilience, mindset, self-leadership, health, and best of all, how to feel ‘SUPERHUMAN’. After spending over a decade for Accenture and The London Stock Exchange, Hari now helps people discover how to be the best leaders they can be. He teaches simple, unique and powerful practical philosophies on health and wellbeing.

Hari challenges people to become the best self-leaders they can be by optimising themselves mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually. Hari is also the author of the book The Thought Gym: Train The Mind and The Body Will Follow (https://amzn.to/31kKdCY), and works with both companies and individuals in London and internationally to help them become superhuman leaders. From the TEDx stage to multinational corporations and billionaires, Hari’s mission is to help people the world over unlock their own ‘inner superhuman’

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Social Media Handles:

Website: https://www.raisethebar.co.uk/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/raisethebar_

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/raisethebarltd/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/raise-the-bar-limited

Vimeo: https://www.linkedin.com/company/raise-the-bar-limited

The Thought Gym: Train the mind...and the body will follow!

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What kind of confidence do you need to be an exceptional leader? Our guest today, Jackie Cleary, of Cleary Coaching and Consulting, gives us her top 11 (not top 10!) tips for becoming a more empowered leader. Jackie offers executive coaching to professional businesswomen who are embarking on career change and challenges them to embrace their inner awesomeness, the need for psychological safety in the workplace, and finding the right balance.

It’s always good to have a mirror to glance into when you know you can’t look back or go back in time. Jackie reminds us to look at our own reflection, taking the time to analyze our past to better know how to improve for the future. When we take time to align our minds and actions, when we know our “WHY,” we will be on a path towards continual self-improvement.

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Handles for social media:

Website; jackiecleary.co

Facebook: @JackieClearySpeaker

Instagram: @JackieClearySpeaker

Linkedin: JackieCleary

Twitter: @JackieRCleary

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Do you believe that “Mindset Matters”? Our guest today, Robyn Hatcher, believes that yes, it certainly does.

For you to manage through a crisis or other challenging situation, you must train your mind to be positive. But three communication obstacles often stand in our way. How we cope, connect, and communicate.

Robyn Hatcher is a dynamic keynote speaker, trainer and coach on communication, personal branding, and teamwork. She has transformed thousands of business leaders, with corporate programs and interactive keynote presentations that add immediate and lasting value in the workplace and beyond.

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Follow Robyn on social media;

http://www.youtube.com/Speaketc

https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynhatcher

https://twitter.com/SpeakETC

https://www.facebook.com/SpeakEtc

https://www.robynhatcher.com/

@robyn_speaketc Instagram

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Are you ready to dress for success? How do you make a great first impression to your potential employer? Your clothes speak volumes about you and say who you are. Our guest today will help you to make the right decisions.

There are two critical things that job seekers should take into consideration before deciding on what to wear. Feel good and have fun.

The multi-talented Dannielle Bourgeon is a stylist, Founder + Marketing Director at Danielle Bourgeon Creative Marketing, and Creative Director at Brandwidth Solutions LLC, and she talks to us today about how to make an unforgettable impression that will make you stand out.

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Website: https://danniellebourgeon.com

Email: dannielleAbourgeon@gmail.com

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MadameB27/

LI: www.linked.com/in/danielle-bourgeon

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Remember when letter writing used to be a thing? Today, David Wachs talks about Handwrytten, a platform he created to bring back the lost art of letter writing through scalable, robot-based solutions that write your notes in pen. Handywrytten lets you send notes from your CRM system or the Handywrytten web site. Used by major meal boxes, eCommerce giants, non-profits and professionals, Handywrytten is changing the way brands and people connect.

In this episode, David, who also writes for Inc Magazine, tells us about his interesting journey from building a text messaging company to developing the first handwriting robot. Follow along and learn how you can personalize your letters to your clients or even loved ones in pen and ink, while using a robot.

David is also a frequent speaker on mobile technology and has presented for the Direct Marketing Association, South By Southwest, Advertising Research Foundation, and the National Restaurant Association. David has been interviewed by FOX News, Direct Marketing News, Crain’s Chicago Business, the American Express OPEN network, AMA's Marketing News, Bloomberg Radio, and “Tech Talk with Craig Peterson” and has been quoted in numerous articles, including The Wall Street Journal, USA TODAY, Variety, Startup Nation and US Banker Magazine.

Find out more on his website, https://www.handwrytten.com

His Social Media Handles:

Twitter: @davidbwachs

Company Twitter: @Handwrytten

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidwachs/ And https://www.linkedin.com/company/handwrytten

Facebook: Handwrytten

Instagram: @HandwryttenNotes

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Having to be on the other side of an interviewing panel is not easy. You have to convince the potential employer that you are the best for the job. So how do you do this? Do you persuade or manipulate?

Today we want to know how to unleash our superpower with persuasive conversation and communication strategies. Mr. Persuasion himself, Jeff Tippett will today focus on the job seekers perspective. He is an international speaker, Amazon #1 bestselling author, a serial entrepreneur and, last but not least, a two-time Guinness World Record participant. He elaborates on how Persuasive Communication is critically important in the job search and interview process.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jefftippett

Website: https://jefftippett.com/

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Are you getting Zoom Fatigue? Are you tired of this new world of virtual meetings, and find yourself more interested in the backgrounds of your fellow participants than you are about what the speaker is saying? You are not alone.

Today, speaker, trainer, and coach, Dave Bricker gives us his top ten tips on being your best in virtual meetings. Covid – 19 has changed how we do things globally. We have been forced to adapt to a new normal, including meeting virtually.

How do you put your best virtual self forward? Listen in. From virtual backdrops to being lame to not always apologizing, Dave has the answers that will make you a virtual superstar.

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SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES

Website: https://storysailing.com

Website 2: https://publicspeakersmasterclass.com

Blog: https://storysailing.com/storysailing-blog

Twitter: https://twitter.com/davebricker

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/davidbricker

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Jennifer Eggers is the founder and president of LeaderShift Insights Inc.. Her company helps leaders dealing with disruptive change to increase their organization’s capacity to adapt so they can emerge stronger and more effective faster.

With over 20 years of Coaching Experience, Jennifer has coached entire leadership teams as well as officers and directors of many Fortune 500 companies. She is a Certified Executive Coach, with additional certifications in CSP® (Certified Speaking Professional™), Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, Hogan Personality Inventory, Hogan for Selection, and Culture Types Assessment.

Jennifer was a former Partner with Cambridge Leadership Group, Vice-President, Leadership Development & Learning for Bank of America, Organization & Leadership Development at AutoZone and with Coca-Cola Enterprises. She is the author of the book, Resilience: It’s Not About Bouncing Back. https://amzn.to/30no8D0

In today’s interesting conversation, Jennifer talks to us about her passion to create resilience and alignment in team work so that teams can achieve more even in the midst of any disruption that may arise, be it negative disruption or positive. Find out more on how this episode can enlighten you to think through a different lens and get through what you really need to get through.

More on LeaderShift Insights are on the website, as well on the social media; LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.

Resilience: It's Not About Bouncing Back: How Leaders and Organizations Can Build Resilience Before Disruption Hits

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When we see the beauty and precision in presentation that hospitality and culinary arts presents, we are oblivious of what actually happens behind the scenes. Today we talk to Maria Campbell who has worked tirelessly over the years in the food industry.

Being very well aware of the burnout culture in this industry, the rampant stress-induced dependence on drugs and alcohol, she tells us on how she and her husband, Chef Scott Campbell, came up with the company Cooks Who Care, which is dedicated to building a community that supports employers and employees as they strive to prioritize physical, mental, and financial health both on and off the job.

Listen in to learn how Marie has used Cooks Who Care to help her followers to focus less on their titles and more on critical skills such as adaptability, putting yourself out there, connecting and more will help the hospitality industry to make a culture change.

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Lynn Holman-Quail began her personal CrossFit journey in 2014. She continues to be a lifelong learner when it comes to her own health and fitness, and loves to influence the lives of others along the way in their own journey. Over her 30-year career as an Elementary and Adapted Physical Education Teacher, she stood out amongst her peers as being unique and innovative in her lesson designs focused on building permanent healthy lifestyles for her students.

As she walks into the Side Hustle Room of our Shock Your Potential App, Lynn takes us through her post-retirement journey into crafting, something she really loved. Listen in to today’s conversation and find out how she knitted and crocheted her way into paying her bills, making a little extra money from her Etsy store, and seeing her dream of helping others come true!

Find Lynn on social media;

Facebook: Lynn Holman-Quail. https://www.facebook.com/lynn.holman.50

Instagram: Pegirl14. https://www.instagram.com/pegirl14/

Instagram: TheVistaTravelers. https://www.instagram.com/thevistatravelers/

Etsy: MadeandSouledbyLynn

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From start to finish, job interviews are performances. They can be memorable for all the right reasons (perfect dialogue, amazing timing, a charismatic lead) or all the wrong ones (unconvincing speeches, awkward pauses, a lack of passion). How do you make your job interview stand out?

In this episode, we talk to Phil Wrzesinski who begins by telling us how he helps retailers succeed by teaching them smarter ways to do business and slanting the field back in their favor. Phil also tells us about his experiences of interviewing 30-40 people per week for his stores during peak times, what he was looking for, and what made him pick one candidate over another.

Listen in for tips to make you be remembered, even from a 10-minute interaction.

Find out more on Phil on https://philsforum.com

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Are leaders born or made? Today, we talk to Katie Anderson, an internationally recognized leadership coach, consultant, and professional speaker, best known for inspiring individuals and organizations to lead with intention. She founded her consulting practice in 2013 to work with leaders at all levels and organizations of all sizes to achieve higher levels of performance.

In this episode, Katie talks to us about how she turned 18 months in Japan to an annual event, and how her time there helped her to make Japan the backdrop of her book, Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn: Lessons from Toyota Leader Isao Yoshino on a Lifetime of Continuous Learning. (https://amzn.to/3hNdxqT)

From the conversation you will from her on the concept of warp (your deeper interests and goals) and weft (what you discover and learn in your journey) — illustrated through the real-life experience of Isao Yoshino, one of Toyota’s great sensei. Listen in!

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Twitter: @kbjanderson

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Dave solves mysteries! We’ll find out how. David (Dave) Dragon is the President of Dragon Management Consulting, an operations and technology consulting firm based in Tampa, FL focused on manufacturing and distribution companies. Dave’s manufacturing background includes Aerospace/National Defense, Automotive, Aviation, Chemicals, CPG, Energy and Industrials.

In this episode, he talks to us about how he resolves clients most intriguing process and digital technology mysteries. Dave knows that it is not just about where you need to start to solve a problem, but that solving a problem requires you to be able to see things differently.

Dave is the author of: I Solve Mysteries: The Art and Science of Business Process Optimization and Transformation. I Solve Mysteries is available on Amazon in both print and digital formats. (https://amzn.to/3hDCNjo)

Find out more on Dave from his website https://dragonmcllc.com and his social media handles;

LinkedIn, Dragon Management Consulting - https://www.linkedin.com/company/40770223/admin/

LinkedIn, Dave Dragon - https://www.linkedin.com/in/davedragon26/

Facebook, Dragon Management Consulting - https://www.facebook.com/Dragon-Management-Consulting-1925091941079085/

Facebook, Dave Dragon - https://www.facebook.com/davedragon2/?modal=admin_todo_tour

Instagram – @davedragon2

Twitter - @DaveDragon4

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Do “self made millionaires" really exist? Tom Beal gives us four things to consider that shed light on this question. In this episode, he talks to us about how he worked hard to be where he is now, and the lessons that he learned along the way.

From today’s talk, you will be surprised that you don’t have to work as hard as he did to come as far as he has! Click the play button!

Connect with Tom on his social media;

https://twitter.com/tombeal

https://www.instagram.com/tombeal1

https://www.facebook.com/thesimplifier

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tombeal

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What ‘wow factor’ comes to mind among your customer experiences? For Dawn Mushill, it was a negative customer experience that prompted her to do what she does. Dawn started providing customer service training after one memorable moment made her realize that most employees are not trained to understand and value the lasting impression, they leave their customers with.

Dawn has spoken to audiences on the radio, television, international radio, to non-profits, for profits, schools, large companies, and small companies. Her most requested topics include “Change Your Attitude, Change Your Underwear”, “Be An Owner of Your Job, Not a Renter”, “What Is Your WOW”, “Living the life you love” and a few more! She hopes to speak all over the United States to inspire people to do their best.

Each day, Dawn encourages people to find their passion as she did and their entire lives will change! Find out more

Dawn is the author of "Customer Service and Beyond ... it is all about the WOW!" Order Dawn's Book! Amazon Link: https://amzn.to/2ZMc4LC

Social media:

https://www.facebook.com/CustomerServiceandBeyond

https://www.facebook.com/dawnmushillkeynotespeaker

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnmushill/

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Until cancer hits you, or a family member, you may never understand the trauma and the shift that it brings to both the victim and their family members. When Catharine’s younger sister was diagnosed with breast cancer, all the noise and stress in her life had to disappear in order to help Catherine’s sister. The doctor advised an alkaline diet, and this simple mandate sparked Catharine’s drive of research.

In this episode we talk to Catharine Arnston, the founder And CEO of ENERGYbits® as she takes us through her journey of discovering the healing aspect in algae and the positive impact it had on her sister’s health. And on the way, Catherine also had the opportunity to highlight her company on ABC’s Shark Tank. What a journey it has been!

Listen to this interesting story!

Read the blog on ENERGYbits and follow on social media;

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https://www.instagram.com/energybits/

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When death hits home, it takes our loved ones from us, rids us of spoken promises and leaves us clawing for and clinging to cherished memories. Today, we talk to Dr. Kelly as she shares with us her top ten tips for surviving the sudden loss of a spouse.

Dr. Kelly Willenberg, LLC, DBA, BSN, RN, CCRP, CHRC, CHC is the owner of Kelly Willenberg, a company that specializes in healthcare research compliance. She is also a frequent speaker/trainer on healthcare compliance issues, grief, loss and has been recognized with awards as the highest rated speaker at conferences across the Globe.

Kelly lost her husband in a hit-and-run accident while he was riding his bicycle. Since that time, and upon the donation of his organs to help others, Kelly has not only been involved in the push for tougher distracted driving laws, but has been appointed to the OPTN Lung Transplantation Committee.

Kelly honors her husband’s untimely death by helping others as they struggle with loss, grief and the unknowns of life while running a successful business. Follow today’s conversation.

For more on Dr. Kelly please visit www.kellywillenberg.com

Follow her also on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook

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Do you have a desire to write a book, but don’t know how to start? Cathy Fyock has a solution for you.

Cathy Fyock, CSP, SPHR, SHRM-SCP is The Business Book Strategist and works with professionals and thought leaders who want to write a book as a business development strategy. Having authored nine books, including—On Your Mark: From First Word to First Draft in Six Weeks, Blog2Book: Repurposing Content to Discover the Book You’ve Already Written, and her forthcoming book, The Speaker Author: Sell More Books and Book More Speeches, Cathy talks us today on how she went from leaving her job in the HR world to re-inventing her own wheel in the world of writing. Cathy has consistently used her writing skills to promote her business, build credibility, create powerful revenue streams, and establish herself as a thought-leader.

In this episode Cathy shares how she provides emerging authors the intensive support they need to get their book DONE.

Listen, learn, and write that book!

More on Cathy is on her website, her YouTube channel as well as her Facebook page.

Find her books here:

On Your Mark: From First Word to First Draft in Six Weeks https://amzn.to/3eE4SFo

The Speaker Author: Sell More Books and Book More Speeches https://amzn.to/2ZACpMs Blog2Book: Repurposing Content to Discover the Book You've Already Written https://amzn.to/2ZC2D0R Cultivating Culture https://amzn.to/32sP3Px Hallelujah!: An Anthem for Purposeful Work https://amzn.to/32sTkT2 You@Work: Unlocking Human Potential in the Workplace (The @Work Series) (Volume 3) https://amzn.to/3fFlIF4

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Derek Eells is the president and co-founder of TenDot, a full-service meeting management and incentive company. Partnering with companies across the nation, TenDot plans, executes, and streamlines the world’s best corporate meetings and reward travel programs.

In this episode Derek tells us more about TenDot and the fact that it isn’t just about travel, corporate meetings and incentive programs but about life changing opportunities. Derek builds lasting relationships with TenDot’s family by choice (aka clients) through remarkable programs and events that produce results. Follow this conversation because you may just not know what awaits you by living a TenDot Day.

For more information please visit https://www.tendottravel.com/about-us and follow TenDot on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.

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Shannon Milliman CPTD (Certified Professional in Talent Development) empowers professionals to live abundantly by saying "yes" more.

Everybody wants to achieve more and live abundantly. The big question is how to attain that. Shannon takes us through her Top 10 Tips for living abundantly by practicing simple strategies. You may even gain some improv skills along the way! Listen in.

More on Shannon are on the website, https://shannonmilliman.com

Her social media handles;

https://www.facebook.com/pg/notsosupernova/posts/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ShannonMilliman

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Mary Lynn Graham, Au.D is a business coach who supports small business owners and leaders from the inception of a business to the eventual sale. Throughout her career she has functioned as a business owner, manager, trainer, teacher and mentor. She holds a Doctoral degree in audiology, is a certified NLP practitioner, and has received certificates from Robbins-Madanes Life Coach training and for Strategic Intervention Coaching.

In this episode Mary Lynn, talks to us about her ups and downs in her 17-year practice as an audiologist, and how she made a major transition in her career to become a coach. In this episode we discuss the value of getting a coach to help you or your business navigate through times of transition.

More on Mary Lynn are on the website mlgbusinesslifecoach.com

You can also connect with her on social media;

www.linkedin.com/in/marylynngraham

www.facebook.com/mlglifecoach

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Julius Jackson is a professional boxer, chef, cookbook author, model, and actor. He is a light-heavyweight Olympic qualifier and plays a boxer on the Telemundo series El Cesar based on the life of Julio Cesar Chavez.

What’s the difference between a chef and a cook? In this episode Julius talks about these two roles. In addition, he takes us through his journey of training to be an Olympian while at the same time training to be a chef. He even talks about the influence boxing brought to his kitchen.

Julius is the author of “My Modern Caribbean Kitchen” (https://amzn.to/3fEzd88) which he wrote while going through both hurricane Maria and hurricane Irma. Listen in and find out more about the ingredients and recipes that he has used over time to be a successful chef.

To learn more about Jackson, follow him on Twitter and Instagram

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Wouldn’t it be great if you knew exactly what questions a hiring manager would be asking you in your next job interview?

In this episode we talk to Kimberly Thacker Webb who is both a human resource executive and an attorney. Kimberly takes us through her 20-year experience in HR space, and she talks about the “inappropriate” or off limit questions that an employee may encounter in an interview. Follow through and learn the tips that you require to equip yourself with before walking into that interview room.

Learn more at Kimberly Thacker Webb’s official website

She is also the author of 'Degrees Of Deception' which is available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Subscribe to her YouTube channel and follow her on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram

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Lorisa Campbell is the woman behind Ivy Why Designs, a specialty jewelry company. Lorisa took a daring chance to leave a secure job to be home with her children, and it is during this time that she began creating beauty out of rocks and crystals.

Follow through today’s conversation and find out how she found a way of building her business by customizing special items for her clients. This is a one woman show that you need to listen to!

Check out her products on Etsy and on Instagram.

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Wondering how to empower yourself to improve your health through education and exercise? Kelly Hogan is the person to go to. Her business, Fitt Coaching, does just that!

In this episode we talk with Kelly talks about her fitness and weight loss consulting program which encourages her clients to lead an active and fit lifestyle. The program has had productive results as her clients are motivated to make enduring healthy behavioral changes, especially for our host Michael Sherlock. After working with Kelly and her team, Michael shed 18lbs in 16 weeks and increased her overall level of fitness in incredible ways.

Listen in and get motivated!.

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Ergin Özdemir is a social entrepreneur, champion for diversity and one of Sweden's leading public speakers. Ergin has worked for more than 20 years to create dignified opportunities for people of diverse backgrounds to not only become part of, but also fundamentally transform, workplaces.

In this episode Ergin helps us to embrace our diversity when joining new workplaces and helps us learn to create, maintain and leverage the strength of our diversity.

For more on this visit his website or follow him on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram

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Ginger Johnson is all about connections. Not Fiber Optics connections, but human to human connections.

In today’s episode Ginger takes through how to create and develop meaningful relationships with the intent to serve others. Listen in and learn why and how connecting with other people is key and important to progress

To learn more about her, please visit gingerjohnson.com.

Listen to her TEDx talk and, YouTube channel.

Please follow her on social media:

https://twitter.com/gingerjohnson

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gingerjohnsonconnector/

https://www.instagram.com/gingertheconnector/

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Jeremy Berman is the Co-Founder of Good United. His words, “we help Non-profits increase Facebook Fundraiser donations, emails and retentions without lifting a finger,” forms the basis of our conversation with him today.

Jeremy spent the earlier part of his adult life as many of us do: Pick a career path, check the boxes, and move up. Follow today’s interesting dialogue as he takes through his newfound purpose – taking his passions for technology and philanthropy as creating better ways to cultivate and retain donors.

Connect with Jeremy on Twitter and LinkedIn

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“Is age a factor in getting a job?”, “Am I not being hired because I’m too old?” If you’re in your 40s or older, you’ve probably uttered either or both of these questions.

Today we talk to Norma Kraft, the owner of Norma Kraft Consulting as she takes us through what she does to help job seekers of over 50 regain confidence and revitalize their professional identity. She gives the advice on how to get through the complex hooks into interviews, how to increase network on LinkedIn, and how to network within a company. Follow along this conversation and learn the power of the use of technological resources for job your search, regardless of age.

Follow her on social media;

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/normakraft/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/norma.kraft/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/AgeDoesNotDefineUs

Instagram: Norma K (@normak2632) • Instagram photos and videos

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Rocky Romanella is the Founder, President and CEO of 3Sixty Management Services, LLC, and author of the book Tighten the Lug Nuts (https://amzn.to/3iEqkgH). 3Sixty Management Services is a complete management services company with seasoned professionals focused on Thought Leadership, Leadership Development and Process Improvement.

From today’s conversation you will learn that even though great leaders rise to the top, they all need development and training along the way. Balance requires constant calibration. Listen to Rocky as he gives us insight on how you to rise to the top.

Find out more on https://www.3sixtymanagementservices.com/ and https://tightenthelugnuts.com/

His social media handles; LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter

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Alese Torres is an Attorney in San Francisco, CA who provides solutions-focused and strategic legal advice to an innovative, venture-backed company. Her areas of focus are on commercial contracts, data security and privacy, intellectual property, product (e-commerce/platform), compliance, and building out legal operations.

In our millennial series, Alese gives us insight as to her love for reading, not only for her profession, but also for general knowledge. She also brings to us a perspective on how she consumes information by watching TV rather than online through different online modes as most millennials would do. Follow through today’s interesting conversation.

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Dennis Buttimer, M.Ed., CEAP, RYT, CHC has a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology, is a leadership consultant, certified, executive coach, professional speaker, TEDx speaker, corporate trainer, registered yoga and mindfulness teacher, and Author.

What will it be like to extend the good that you have right now to other people? In a twist of the results, it will make you become even better and become more creative in the solutions you can provide.

Being a mindfulness and stress management expert, Dennis talks to us today about the essence of being present, not only for other people, but also being present for yourself first. Follow the conversation today and learn how important mindfulness can be to you.

He is the author of two books, CALM: Choosing to Live Mindfully (https://amzn.to/38BAQAT), and Inspired: 365 Days of Mindful Mojo (https://amzn.to/3gzBtgY).

Listen to his TEDx talk is entitled “Defusing Stress with Mindful Mojo”. The “Mindful Mojo” course can be accessed on https://linktr.ee/AtlCtrMindful and a full range of his services can be seen at pathtobestself.com/dennis

Social media handles:

https://www.facebook.com/DennisButtimer

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-buttimer-19108b2/

https://www.instagram.com/dennisbuttimer/?hl=en

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How many connections do you have on your social pages? Have the connections helped you grow as an individual or a business? In this day and age of social media, it is very important that social media is used as a tool for growth. Today, we talk to Brynne Tillman, also known as the LinkedIn Whisperer. She is the CEO of Social Sales Link and she she has been teaching entrepreneurs, sales teams and business leaders how to leverage LinkedIn for social selling for more than a decade.

In this episode Brynne tells us how she helps people convert social links and content into conversations. Listen in and learn.

Brynne is the author of The LinkedIn Sales Playbook, a Tactical Guide to Social Selling.| (https://amzn.to/38CW7K9)

Check out more on her website; https://socialsaleslink.com

Connect with her on LinkedIn and Twitter

The LinkedIn Sales Playbook: A Tactical Guide to Social Selling

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Do you think you still have time? Do you feel like you never have enough time? If you answer “yes” to either question, you still might be inclined to procrastinate. And procrastination can cost you success.

Today we talk to Eric Twiggs as he takes us through practical principles to apply, based on our personality types, to break the procrastination habit.

Eric M. Twiggs is a Certified Life & Business Coach who has conducted over 28,000 coaching sessions, helping executive leaders and entrepreneurs move from feeling frustrated, to finding fulfillment. He is also the author of The Discipline Of Now: 12 Practical Principles To Overcome Procrastination ( https://amzn.to/3gh9oek) and the host of a weekly inspirational podcast titled "The 30 Minute Hour."

Listen in and get inspired to maximize your time, minimize your stress, and break the habit of procrastination.

Find out more on his website: www.thedisciplineofnow.com

Connect with him on social media;

https://www.facebook.com/Thedisciplineofnow/?modal=admin_todo_tour

https://twitter.com/Disciplineofnow

https://www.linkedin.com/in/erictwiggs/

https://www.instagram.com/disciplineofnow/

https://www.instagram.com/ericmtwiggs/

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Rob Campbell is a husband, father, author, and entrepreneur. Rob began a career in the Army as an infantry officer in 1990. He served in a variety of command and staff positions in a career spanning 27 years. His culminating assignment was command of an infantry brigade in the 101st Airborne Division.

Rob retired in 2016, wrote a book on leadership and founded his own speaking and consulting business.

In today’s episode, Rob talks to us about his career, overcoming organizational challenges and bringing about change. His goal is to help people be optimistic and be positive about their lives. Listen in as he walks us through his successes, failures, and lessons that he has learned along the way.

Read Rob’s books;

It’s Personal, Not Personnel: Leadership Lessons For The Battlefield And The Boardroom (https://amzn.to/3dLzMLH)
At Ease: Enjoying The Freedom You Fought For -- A Soldier's Story And Perspectives On The Journey To An Encore Life And Career(https://amzn.to/3gdBQ0u)

More on Rob on his website https://www.robcampbellleadership.com

His social handles;

https://www.facebook.com/robcampbellleadership/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-campbell-361757b6/

https://www.instagram.com/robcampbell_leadership/

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WYMAN WINBUSH is a Certified Life Coach with over 30 years of speaking and training experience. He empowers individuals to accomplish their divine potential through customized lectures, workshops, seminars, coaching and consulting services.

In this episode, Wyman takes us through what he does to challenge his audiences to reject mediocrity in favor of excellence, and to develop an appetite for greatness instead of being satisfied with simply being good. Follow along and get inspired to be enthusiastic about your dreams and goals.

More information on Wyman are on his website http://www.called2excellence.com/index.html as well as his company, Kairos International - https://www.kairosinternational.org , which is dedicated to enabling individuals to achieve their divine potential through his tailored lectures, workshops and seminars.

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https://www.facebook.com/called2excellence/

https://twitter.com/wwinbush?lang=en

https://www.linkedin.com/in/wwinbush

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Chris Widener is widely recognized as one of the top speakers in the world today. He has been on stage in Germany, Spain, Russia, China, Egypt, Singapore, Australia and of course, all over the United States and Canada.

Today, Chris takes us through us his journey of being a speaker as motivational speaker who focuses on helping leaders and salespeople gain trust, respect, admiration and loyalty from those they lead and sell to. Find out more from today’s conversation on how you can stand out!

His social handles;

https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriswidener

https://twitter.com/chriswidener

https://www.facebook.com/widener

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCswThBSvEzfe1EWcGjgpGnQ

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In our millennial series today, we speak to a ‘senior millennial’, Cara Silleto. Workforce thought leader Cara Silletto, MBA, CSP, works with organizations of all sizes to reduce unnecessary employee turnover by bridging generational gaps and making managers more effective in their roles. As a millennial herself, she knows first-hand what it is like to have a heightened sense of entitlement, very little employee loyalty and a dependency upon her smartphone.

However, unlike many millennials, Cara has figured out exactly how these attributes were cultivated during her formative years, and she now shares that story with leaders across the country, including teams at Toyota, UPS, Cintas and Humana.

Listen in and find out more about her interesting strategies to impact others.

Find out more on her website https://www.crescendostrategies.com

http://www.linkedin.com/in/carasilletto

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCskUXS7F9zj-v_EQMyD5nKw?

http://www.twitter.com/CrescendoHR

https://mailchi.mp/crescendostrategies/join

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Do you love stories? Everyone does!

Today we talk to Lisa Nelson-Haynes, the executive director of Philadelphia Young Playwrights. In her role, she brings a deep knowledge of the Philadelphia arts-education community, coupled with hands-on experience with non-profit management and educational programming.

She tells us how she helps young people to learn the skills of telling their stories in their own voices. As a storyteller herself, Lisa understands first-hand power of telling your own stories can have for personal development. Listen in and learn how you can cultivate agency and self-advocacy skills through story telling.

More on Philadelphia Young Playwrights on the website https://www.phillyyoungplaywrights.org/lisa-nelson-haynes.html

Connect with her on LinkedIn

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Global Traveler

Global Traveler Magazine is the ultimate source for news, reviews and travel guides for luxury business travellers. It carries reviews on golf courses, spas and all matters traveling.

In this episode we talk to Kim Krol, the Chief editor of Global Traveler Magazine. She takes us along her journey to being the Editor in Chief, and how print publication has changed over the years, in the wake of technological advances. Kim talks about their target audience and what they do to ensure they can relate with their audience as much as possible. Follow through the conversation.

Visit the website for more the Global Traveler Magazine.

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Jan Vincent is President & CEO of JV Consulting Human Asset Management, a company that is focused on building a better workplace. She helps companies with hiring methodologies that enhance teamwork, reduce turnover, and provide them with competitive edge.

Follow through today’s conversation and learn important details on how you hire, who you hire and how to attain and retain top talent.

AgeDoesNotDefineUs is a campaign that she has started on LinkedIn and is inclusive of ALL age groups that find bias due to age, too young or too old.

Norma will be speaking on “The Power of Connections on LinkedIn AKA Get Out of Your Comfort Zone and Connect!”. Why stay connected to those that are easy to reach out to, are in your industry, or are in your location? Why SHOULD you extend that reach and how can you do that? What is the value of having a network of a diverse group of people?

Connect with Norma at:

norma@normakraft.com

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Ergin Özdemir is a social entrepreneur, diversity advocate, and one of Sweden’s foremost public speakers. His approach to increasing diversity literacy is two-pronged. By working with leaders, employers, and institutions, he increases their diversity IQ so they can build, preserve, and harness the power of diverse teams. At the same, Ergin helps individuals learn how to use their diversity to their advantage when entering the workforce.

For more than 20 years, Ergin has worked tirelessly towards creating dignified opportunities for people of diverse backgrounds to, not only become part of, but also fundamentally transform workplaces. So far he has initiated around 50 internships in Sweden, made it possible for a number of students in Turkey to pursue tertiary education through scholarships, and founded the Diversity Achievement of the year.

Through his presentations and workshops, Ergin uses countless real-life examples and the latest research to show that rather than a burden, diversity in all its senses, offers a competitive edge for every organisation. All that is required is that we widen our view of where our society’s superpowers reside.

Connect with Ergin at:

https://ergin.se

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Henry Landau is CEO and Executive Recruiter at First Health Pro, which seeks to recruit healthcare professionals and help them find their dream jobs. Henry has worked with a lot of candidates, helping to get them hired. You can expect complete professionalism and honesty when working with Henry.

Feel free to reach out at henry@firsthealthpro.com to contact Henry.

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Phil Wrzesinski is the former owner of Toy House and Baby Too in Jackson, Michigan, one of “The 25 best independent stores in America” in the book RETAIL SUPERSTARS by George Whalin (Penguin 2009). Now Phil takes the lessons he learned in a lifetime of high-level independent retail to help other independent retailers and small businesses find their success.

Learn more at http://www.philsforum.com/ (www.PhilsForum.com).

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Kimberly Thacker Webb is a dedicated, energetic, and highly accomplished Human Resources Executive with experience in municipal government, healthcare and third party administration. She has a solid background and expertise in critical areas including: ADA/ADAAA administration, Employee Relations and Performance Management. With over 20 years of experience in Human Resources, she has acquired exceptional training and faciliation management skills that both engage her audiences and excite them to strive for a spirit of excellence in all that they do. She frequently speaks at conferences, workshops and seminars as a subject matter expert, panelist and conference speaker. Kimberly loves the human resource space and spends time in the evenings serving as an Interview Coach for those seeking employment as well as preparing students for college or graduate school interviews. She works with her clients to develop their comfort zone before, during and after the interview. She aids her clients in overcoming their fear of interviewing, developing a professional image and polishing their responses to those hard-to-answer questions. Her strategies are the key components to her clients having successful interviews and landing outstanding job offers.

As an author, motivational speaker and life coach, Kimberly is quite busy with projects that center around encouraging, elevating and empowering people from all walks of life. In 2006, she wrote her first non-fiction book entitled,

“The Making of a Joyful Mother: A Spiritual Journey For Women Experiencing Infertility” based upon her own journey through this disease. This book helps women manage the emotional rollercoaster of infertility. She often speaks as the keynote speaker and panelist for many infertility conferences, seminars and workshops. In 2014, she wrote her first debut fiction novel, Degrees of Deception, an American Collegiate suspense novel with a premise based on a students’ choices that lead her to consequences that will forever change her life. She provides “How to Avoid (3) Common Mistakes of First Year College Students” workshops to juniors, seniors and entering college freshman. This workshop utilizes examples of various pitfalls from the characters of Degrees of Deception and takes a deep dive into addressing the following issues: the search for acceptance, understanding the demands of college coursework, time management, drugs and alcohol, dating and financial mismanagement.

Kimberly Thacker Webb is a graduate of Howard University and holds a Juris Doctorate of Law from Texas Wesleyan School of Law.

For more information about Kimberly or to contact her as a speaker or life coach, contact her at http://www.kimberlytwebb.com/ (www.kimberlytwebb.com) or http://degreesofdeception.com/ (degreesofdeception.com). Kimberly’s books are available on http://amazon.com/ (Amazon.com) or http://barnesandnobles.com/ (BarnesandNobles.com)

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Rocky Romanella is the founder, President and CEO of 3Sixty Management Services, LLC and author of the book Tighten the Lug Nuts. 3Sixty Management Services is a complete management services company with seasoned professionals focused on, Thought Leadership, Leadership Development and Process Improvement.

Rocky, also spent 36 years at UPS, a global corporation with one of the most recognized and admired brands in the world. UPS is the world’s largest package delivery company and a leading global provider of specialized transportation and logistics services, managing the flow of goods, funds and information in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. During this 36-year career at UPS, Rocky served as President and General Manager, of UPS Supply Chain Solutions. Here, his responsibilities included the integration of over 20 acquisitions that became UPS Supply Chain Solutions, a global entity.

This opportunity gave Rocky the insight and knowledge of franchising and franchising networks along with internet sales to compliment same store sales and new store sales. Finally, during his traditional UPS career he held an array of positions including: Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the South California District, the Iowa and Update NY districts. He was President of the East Central Region and the Southeast Region where he had responsibility for all facets of the business in the 10 districts, throughout the nine states, along the eastern seaboard and District of Columbia that encompassed 72,000 employees.

Rocky has a Bachelor’s Degree in Executive Management from St. John’s University in New York. He is a two-time winner of the UPS Chairmen’s Award for Excellence and from Columbia University’s Graduate School of Business a Certificate in Competitive Marketing and Strategy and from Michigan State University a certificate in Transportation and Logistics Studies.

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Mary Ann is the founder and CEO of Faremouth and Company. As a leader in the national recruiting community and a placement specialist since 1982, Mary Ann knows what it takes to get the job done. She was the 2016 President of the Houston Independent Personnel Consultant Group, is a member of the NASPD, NAPCA, the National Association of Personnel Consultants, and is also a highly regarded speaker and writer. Her articles can be found in various industry related publications and she is now an award winning author. Her book, Revolutionary Recruiting, won the Texas Authors Best Book Cover and Best Non-Fiction Education & Self Help Book awards. She founded Jobs: Houston Magazine in 1997, one of the most popular employment magazines in Texas for over 7 years.

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http://www.faremouth.com/

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Paula is the author of three books, including the #1 Amazon Bestseller, The Spirit of Success, and the audio program “Your Secret Brain, Discover How A Brain Upgrade Can Give You Peace Of Mind, Joy And More Fulfillment In Your Life” Her current passion is to help entrepreneurs and professionals bridge the gap between knowing what…

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Known to many as Mr. Persuasion, Jeff Tippett is a subject matter expert on persuasive communications. Speaking to international audiences through keynotes and seminars, Jeff helps attendees increase their effectiveness, gives them powerful tools to help reach their goals, and empowers attendees to positively impact their organizations or businesses. His second book, released in January…

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Danielle’s line of work is all about making things beautiful—whether it’s a stylist with Nina McLemore or a Creative Director at Brandwidth Solutions LLC. She graduated top of her class, valedictorian with her bachelors in fashion marketing from The Art Institute of Philadelphia. Her major acted like a dual major, one foot entrenched in the…

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Rob E. Lougee, a service-connected disabled veteran of the Persian Gulf War, was appointed Assistant National Employment Director for the more than 1 million-member DAV on March 21, 2016. From the DAV National Headquarters located in Cold Spring, Kentucky, Mr. Lougee manages special employment initiatives and works with private and public sector entities to develop…

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Jacqueline Hayes is a three-time author, motivational speaker, and empowerment consultant. Jacqueline helps women to achieve leverage and self-confidence while instilling in them passion, focus and commitment. Her professionalism and firsthand experience have been the sources of her deep knowledge, insight, direction, and understanding of issues in the corporate world, as well as the ability…

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From growing up in rural ‘ranch country’ New Mexico to traveling the world extensively, Myles Smith has experienced life in a multitude of ways and levels. After a number of career changes, he found that coaching and following a life-long love of writing are the most rewarding and meaningful. Approaching his own retirement, he chose…

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Leading international foster care expert and consultant Dr. John DeGarmo has worn many hats throughout his life. Singing and dancing while touring around the world in the international super group, Up With People, serving as a D.J. at four different radio stations on two different continents, working in the professional wrestling industry, teaching English and…

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Holly Duckworth, CAE, CMP, LSP is a trailblazing keynote speaker and applied mindful leadership advisor. She is a contributor to The New York Times, producer and host of the Everyday Mindfulness Show, and columnist to countless industry publications. Holly works with stressed-out leaders to create peace, presence, and profits. She is the C-Suite Network Advisor…

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Izzy Gesell believes that leadership can be improved with Improv. And I believe him! Izzy is an organizational alchemist who helps individuals and organizations transform their thinking from commonplace to extraordinary. Through his keynotes, trainings, coaching and facilitated sessions, Izzy offers imaginative, intuitive and immediately useful insights and programs. He is skilled at delivering meaningful…

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Matt Javit has been traveling the world full time after leaving the United States in February 2017 experiencing over 30 countries and 100 cities since making the difficult decision to leave his career at his peak to discover the beauty of the world. Before his departure, he had a high-achieving, amazing life in Indianapolis, Indiana,…

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Mary Lynn is a business, life and career coach who supports individuals and business owners in achieving goals and making successful life transitions. Although she works with clients of all types, she specializes in working with business owners who are selling, or considering selling, their business. She knows, firsthand, how this process is not only…

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What is a “TenDot Day” you might ask? According to Derrick Eells, President of TenDot Travel, it is when one awakens and chooses to have a positive influence on one’s self, family, company and community! TenDot has been creating memorable experiences and strengthening human connections since 2005. They’ve partnered with organizations across the country and…

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Join me as I interview Kate Colbert, founder of Silver Tree Communications and author of Think Like a Marketer: How a Shift in Mindset Can Change Everything For Your Business as we discuss marketing strategy and recognizing when what you’re doing with your business just isn’t working and how to shift gears! Kate Colbert, is…

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Join me on location at the Pennsylvania Women’s Conference at the Philadelphia Conference Center as I interview Executive Director of Speakup! Martie Bernicker. SpeakUp! is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping teens develop supportive relationships with the adults in their lives. They enable teens to talk openly, honestly and without judgment about difficult topics and…

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Join me and my latest guest, Chris Widener, as we learn the truths of being a humble leader, making your product or service stand out in a crowd, and discuss shocking your customer service potential. Too often, lackluster customer service is the norm in today’s society. Chris Widener’s objective is to turn the current customer…

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Join me as we get a down to earth point of view on leadership from optimist Rob Campbell- a retired Colonel (U.S. Army), CEO of Investing in People Consulting and Coaching, and author of Its Personal, Not Personnel: Leadership Lessons for the Battlefield and the Boardroom. Mr. Campbell has 27 years of leadership experience in…

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Sitting down with CEO of ENERGYbits, Catharine Arnston, we discuss the drive to build a company and the merits of being known as the Queen of Algae. Catharine has a thirty year career as an international Attaché for the Canadian and British Governments, publisher of an international magazine and Founder of three startups. But in 2009…

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Conscious Creatives. A simple term that directs the vision of Pablo Falbru. Founder of a group called the UG Collective, Pablo’s mission is to inspire positive actions, connect creatives with communities, and to promote personal growth. The ever-evolving creation is a concept that Pablo believes in, through music, art and personal connections. He creates projects…

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Join me as we hear from the Co-Founder of Good United, Jeremy Berman, and listen to his inspiring story of breaking out of the corporate mold and shocking his entrepreneurial potential. Jeremy spent the earlier part of his adult life as many of us do: Pick a career path, check the boxes, and move up…

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Join me as I interview Jenny Hawkes, the Executive Director of the non-profit My Brother’s Workshop, and gain thoughtful insight on helping transform at risk youth by shocking their inner potential. We explore the difficulties and hardships facing these youth and delve into how the organization provides the tools, guidance, and mentoring on an individual…

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Julius “The Chef” Jackson: Olympic boxer, professional chef, author, but most importantly, community leader. Growing up, Julius followed in his father’s footsteps to become a an Olympic boxer but always knew there was something else calling him. After overcoming self doubt, he earned the title of “Olympian” and had the honor of representing the U.S.…

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Hari Kalymnios is an expert on resilience, mindset, self-leadership, health, and best of all, how to feel ‘SUPERHUMAN’. After spending over a decade for Accenture and The London Stock Exchange, Hari now helps people discover how to be the best leaders they can be. He teaches simple, unique and powerful practical philosophies on health and wellbeing.

Hari challenges people to become the best self-leaders they can be by optimising themselves mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually. Hari is also the author of the book The Thought Gym: Train The Mind and The Body Will Follow (https://amzn.to/31kKdCY), and works with both companies and individuals in London and internationally to help them become superhuman leaders. From the TEDx stage to multinational corporations and billionaires, Hari’s mission is to help people the world over unlock their own ‘inner superhuman’

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Over the past three decades, Dennis Buttimer has been a coach, speaker and leader in the helping profession. With a rich background in employee assistance programming (EAP), corporate training, and cancer wellness programming, Dennis draws on his unique skill set to help individuals and organizations to be more productive in all areas of their lives.…

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If you’ve ever seen the ad for Toujeo, I dare you to tell me that you don’t get up and dance. Set to one of the greatest songs of all time Let’s Groove Tonight, actor Karlos Klaumannsmoller draws you in. His character is adorable and absolutely engaging, and watching him dance through work, life and play…

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The Art of Inspiration is all about chasing your dreams, and Rocky’s over 40-year career is one of those journey’s. Although no one has the only and exact answer, he believes he has stories and experiences that may help to find the recipe for success. All of us will have to overcome obstacles and transform our lives. Rocky’s…

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Tom Beal “The Simplifier” talks about the hard lessons and hard work that got him to where he is today, and tells you why you don’t have to work as hard as he did to get there! As it turns out, there is no such thing as a “Self Made Millionaire” and Tom’s 4 question…

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Susan Beard has photographed some of the most elite historical figures of our times, such as Colin Powell, Steven Spielberg, President Bill Clinton, Tony Blair and more, and almost went on a date with Prince Andrew. That story alone is worth the listen and the laughter in this episode. Founding her studio in 1990 she…

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Adam Kesselman describes himself as a cyclist, paddle boarder, squash enthusiast, teacher and world traveler. And he is the SVP of Corporate Development at Health Union, a unique platform to help people with a variety of chronic conditions to be a part of a special community of peers. Our conversation is about how Health Union…

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Nancie Hsing reached out to me to offer me a free sample of Rodan & Fields face care products. I was pretty impressed with her moxie, and who doesn’t like free stuff? That turned into some interesting conversations about skin care, business and the desire to provide life-changing skincare. Nancie is an independent consultant with…

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Do you ever feel that you don’t have enough time? Is your work and/or living space cluttered? Do you have big dreams and goals, but life somehow always gets in the way of you achieving all that you want? Then this episode is for you. Debra Levy is a Certified Life and Organizer Coach, and…

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My talk with Lauren Zalut, Director of Education and Tour Programs in Cell Block 12 at historic Eastern State Penitentiary is something I will never forget. Taping in an empty cell block, still showing the remnants of former inmates and the contents of their cells, tells a story that echoes in your soul just as…

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The original episode of GinaTheFashionista has been one of the most popular episodes of this Shock Your Potential podcast. For a fun twist we did a follow-up podcast onsite during an actual personal shopping experience, having fun while people wanted to know why I was conducting an interview in the middle of the King of Prussia Mall.…

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Chef Maria Campbell has years of experience working tirelessly in the food industry. She’s well aware of the burnout culture, the rampant stress-induced dependence on drugs and alcohol. Though she’s lucky to have started her dream company with husband, Chef Scott Campbell, she’s not immune to the realities of industry strain on close relationships. Chef…

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Russ Hearn is a professional and a Renaissance Man. Having built a business from the ground up, maneuvered through the sale of the company and finally his own transition out of that company, Russ is ready for his next adventure. His job search, this time around, is being conducted with precise focus and vision, and…

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Matt Ward takes a realistic view of life, yet challenges us to do everything just a bit better. My conversation with him gave me so many takeaways and so many reminders of how much we can control, if we choose to, in our personal and professional lives. And he wants us to make sure people…

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If you need a little motivation in your day, this is it. Trey Adams (aka Wayne T. Adams, III, aka The Lone Wuf) has a spirit of positivity that is infectious. Trey is the perfect fit to my Job Seekers Series. He isn’t looking for a job. He’s on a mission to bring his Positive…

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Keisha A. Rivers is the founder and Chief Outcome Facilitator of The KARS Group, LTD, specializing in facilitated outcome strategies and action planning for clients of all sizes and industries. She is also the founder and Executive Director of The KARS Institute for Learning & Collaboration, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide…

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Shayla Bolt is an MBA graduate with only 4 years of paid work experience within her 20 year career. She chose to forsake her career plans to raise their two children and has been homeschooling for the past 9 years. Her challenge is one that many people face, whether you have been out of the…

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Adopt a Family USVI was born out of need. The need of thousands of people in the US Virgin Islands hit by not one, but two major hurricanes. Sabrina Jureidini had friends and loved ones in the path of destruction, and her worry and concern turned to action. This conversation with Sabrina Jureidini and Chrystie…

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Paula Cosgrove is an experienced district sales manager who, like many people, has found herself affected by retail downsizing. She has a great history of leadership success, but finding herself back in the job search after 11 years can be daunting. In this episode we begin a new series for job hunters and hiring managers. …

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Mona Jhaveri is a cancer researcher and pioneer in strategies to get funding behind real potential treatments and cures. By starting a nonprofit (https://soundaffects.org) to help raise awareness of critical treatment progression, she is bridging the gap between passion and activism. The SoundAffects.Org model is a crowdfunding platform that connects individuals who seek improved outcomes…

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Jonathan Senior is a Funky Thinker, and he is cultivating a group of followers. Determined not to simply “fit in” he seeks out others that see this world a little differently. His day job is all about website development, webinars, online summits and more, and his creative thought processes are the perfect counterpoint to his…

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This podcast episode contains very serious and adult topics, and is not my standard podcast subject matter. I feature Madeleine Black, a fearless woman shares a story of horrific experience that she has turned into a mission. As a child, Madeleine experienced a trauma that no one should ever have to endure, and spent her…

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This segment is the second part of an episode aired earlier this year. The wealth of information was so great, there was no way to contain it in just episode! Join me for Part B of my conversation with Frank Swoboda and Corner Booth Media. Corner Booth began in 2001, with the simple idea that…

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Natalie W. Nixon, PhD is a design strategist and a hybrid thinker. At Figure 8 Thinking, LLC she helps organizations accelerate innovation and growth by developing meaningful strategy through design thinking and ethnographic research. She applies her diverse background in service design, anthropology and fashion, to help clients with culture transformation, leadership development, ideation sessions…

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In this short podcast I discuss the WHY behind this podcast, and WHY I want some of you to join me as a guest. Head back to 1993 and learn how the Frazier show was my muse. And you too can laugh at my radio voice. Everyone I know does! In April I will begin…

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Kamal Elliot is an Audiologist, an entrepreneur, and all-around dynamic woman. She not only owns her own highly successful hearing healthcare business, she also gives back on both a local and global level. Her business is called A & E Audiology, and she and her team have been dedicated to hearing health for decades. In…

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Brian Wagner has faced something none of us would ever want. But he not only faced diversity, he took the lessons he learned and has turned them into his calling. Helping other people find their personal blind spots. While a crippling genetic disease caused Brian loss of sight, it enabled him to see the world…

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Corner Booth began in 2001, with the simple idea that whoever tells the best story, wins. But successful brands only happen with a plan. For 15 years they’ve created captivating and memorable video stories that get their clients noticed. Their work has been honored with countless awards, but the biggest achievement is when their stories…

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Thomas C. Knox is a joy on so many levels. He is responsible for two unique brands. Be Great Bowties rewrites fashion, and not just because they are made out of Scrabble tiles! And in an effort to get people talking, he created Date While You Wait. Originally conceived as a one-time event, he is…

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Gina Kantor, aka GinaTheFashionista, knows clothes. And she knows how to get you into the right clothes to make you look, and feel, your best. As a personal shopper, Gina’s goal is to help her clients achieve a wardrobe that matches their personal style. In this interview we learn more about the critical role a…

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Hayley Burgin runs Haylo Wedding & Events, an event design company dedicated to you. With a special focus and passion for creating memorable weddings, Hayley reminds us of the importance of creating a seamless and stress-free environment. And doing so often means rolling up her sleeves! Our talk encompasses the how mutual respect and open…

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Jan Vincent is President & CEO of JV Consulting Human Asset Management, a company that is focused on building a better workplace. I was fortunate enough to use Jan’s firm many years ago when they created a customized performance model to help my company make smarter and more appropriate hiring decisions. Our conversation today talks…

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A chance meeting at Good Morning America brought Kyle Dillingham to my attention. Considered the Oklahoma Musical Ambassador, Kyle has traveled and played his fiddle all over the world. But what is most important to him is how music ties us together.

Our talk highlights Kyle's musical trajectory, but also highlights how his story provides sales and leadership lessons that we can all take away. Kyle is a true joy to experience in person, but his personality and zeal for life shines through in this episode of Shock Your Potential.

To learn more about Kyle and his band Horseshoe Road at: http://www.horseshoeroad.net.

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My interview with Andrea Risch, Director of Marketing for Mobile Apps for Charity, highlights a unique marketing tool that meets needs for both small businesses as well as charitable organizations. Mobile Apps for Charity develops mobile solutions for nonprofits at no cost to them, partnering with local small businesses for mutually beneficial relationships. This symbiotic…

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Morton Williams is a beautifully organized store, using every inch of space like a work of art. Cereal boxes are all perfectly aligned, and you have the sense that if you took down one bottle of salsa, it would be replaced without you knowing before you turned around. The selection of foods at the “deli”…

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Kelly Hogan is a force to be reckoned with, and not just because she can kick your butt. Literally. As part owner in 3 of the I Love Kickboxing franchise businesses in the Pacific Northwest, Kelly is an up and coming leader in a highly competitive business landscape. Personal fitness. During our interview, Kelly shares…

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Jason Brenner is a bit of a Renaissance man. Responsible for LIS Enterprises, a specialty parts company that meets niche needs, Jason works with many global partners to make some small US companies competitive. In his spare time he handcrafts amazing art from unique woods. And he has been known to do a yoga handstand…

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Ivy Why Designs is a specialty jewelry company. A one-woman show, Lorisa Campbell creates beauty out of rocks and crystals, but her story is so much more. Taking the chance to leave a secure job to be home with her children, she also found a way to build a business from her own self-discovery. A…

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Since announcing I was going to launch a podcast earlier this fall, people either ask my why, or ask me what a podcast is. Both questions make me laugh. In this opening podcast, I have the table (or the mic) turned on me. Eileen Hampp has worked directly for me in two companies, and I…

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