Today’s Inspiring Women: Recent Episodes
Deanne DeMarco, MT, MA, RCC
Inspiring Women. You’ve heard of some: Hillary Clinton, Oprah Winfrey, Sonia Sotomayor, and Meg Whitman. But there are many inspiring women who are not as well known; women who have touched our lives forever. Now you can find out who these female business and entrepreneurial rising stars are. During each episode you will be introduced to extraordinary women who may have come from a background similar to your own. You’ll discover, how they overcame challenges and the lessons they learned to become successful in their fields. Not only will you hear success stories, you’ll be presented with professional insights, tools, tips and strategies you can use to achieve your own personal success. And you can join the discussion, to get the most of this special opportunity. So, become inspired — and mentored with professional insights and tools. It’s where dreams meet information and inspiration.
In today’s world, you can’t go 2 feet without hearing about social media. It’s the way people find and communicate with each other and is only growing. If you suspect you’re not using it to its fullest potential, today’s guest can help. Jessica Best is one part massive email, social media and online marketing nerd and one part permission-marketing evangelist. She acts as a strategic consultant and subject matter expert for brands, corporations and nonprofits nationwide. Jessica is CEO of an award-winning, full-service digital marketing firm that has planned and executed social media and digital marketing for a diverse clientele, from restaurants to baby clothing to pharmaceutical testing. Deanne takes the mic as our second guest and addresses the importance of collaboration. She gives five suggestions on how to develop a collaborative work culture.
No Excuses Allowed. Patricia Walsh, our first guest became partially blind at the age of five and was totally blind by the age of 14. She has degrees in electrical engineering and computer science. Was an award winning engineer at Microsoft and is a world champion para-triathlete! Her story is one of determination to buck the overwhelming odds stacked against her, especially the naysayers. Walsh overcame challenges every step of the way, and people who confronted her with why reasons why she would not be able to succeed.She shares her amazing story and the three step process on how anyone can achieve amazing success. Our second guest is Kamin Samuel the first US Navy female African American helicopter pilot. The leadership lessons she learned in the Navy helped her move up the ranks in corporate America to the Vice President position. Kamin believes that once you are focused and your inner blocks are cleared dramatic results in experiencing more success is the result.
Host Deanne DeMarco interviews special guests Judy Robinett, the woman with 10 billionaires in her Rolodex, and the Reluctant PR Entrepreneur, Lori Ames. First up will be a business thought leader and is known as the women with the titanium Roldex, Judy Robinett who will share her remarkable life story from being a shy social worker to receiving an award from President Bill Clinton, and having Mark Burnett (Executive Producer of Shark Tank, The Apprentice, and Survivor) endorse her book. The second guest is an equally as motivating role model for women, Lori Ames, who, due to her son’s unexpected brain tumor became a reluctant entrepreneur so she could care for her son and work also. Judy Robinett and Lori Ames are leading the way in their respective fields. It’s all about connecting and caring. This is one powerful show, one not to miss, and one you will want to share with others.
Ever wonder how the stars become successful? What these stars know that you don't? One of this week's guests is Dayna Steele who is a Hall of Fame radio personality, media and marketing strategist who spent over twenty years working with the greatest rock stars and other celebrities in the world. Having worked with rock stars such as Madonna, Britney Spears, Taylor Swift, Justin Timberlake, and Bon Jovie. Dayna started her rock radio career in a deejay booth in Texas. She has rock star insights, and is willing to share this knowledge. I think we can all learn insights on how the stars became successful, that we can then use in our own lives. Our second guest is Jackie Baretta who just published a book on Primal Teams. Jackie has a twenty-five year career as a Fortune 500 leader, which has given her insight into the working of teams. Jackie offers a fresh perspective on how leaders can strengthen a team’s ability to innovate, and boost productivity. This will be a rock-n show.
Do your suggestions get taken seriously? Are you able to sell others your ideas, projects and services? There are two main skills needed and today, our two guests will give you some insider tips on how to harness your personal power. Our first guest is Jill Konrath, who is a sales expert. Sales is not just for people selling products. We also need sales to sell our ideas to others, and sometimes to our bosses to be considered for that raise or promotion. Jill will be challenging our assumptions about sales and give us proven strategies that work. Our second guest is Penny Rosema who is an expert in the art of negotiation. The ability to negotiate is the second main skill needed to leverage our personal power. Penny will share some of the mistakes women make, how to prepare for negotiation success, a negotiation road map and how to get more of what we want. Penny has over 20 years of in the trenches experience and will share her tested techniques.
This week we have two women who will share how to be resilient. To be resilient you need to be strong and flexible with the ability to recover. Our first guest is Marti MacGibbon whose life story is like a Hollywood thriller, and comedy all rolled into one. She has bounced back from being trafficked to Tokyo and held by Japanese crime figures. She escaped but it left her traumatized, homeless and on drugs. Today Marti shares her sure fire tips on how to overcome adversity and change your life. Our second guest is Dr Princess Fumi Hancock who is an African Princess. Princess Fumi was being groomed to carry on the royal tradition however she had other dreams of being a book author and movie screenwriter. She has won an Oscar and written over 11 books, 4 have become best sellers. Princess Fumi will share how to find and ignite your inner genius. She will also be sharing how to fight the inner demons of doubt and negative thought. Two great women- a powerful show not to miss.
Being noticed in key for success. In business it is important to be noticed by customers, in corporate it is important to be noticed for greater levels of responsibility and for advancement. This week we address how to get noticed. Our first guest is Pam Lontos, who was the VP of Sales at Disney and is a publicity and marketing expert. She will be sharing how to get publicity and get noticed. Deanne takes the mic as second guest and specifically addresses how to get noticed at work. Deanne specifically addresses the key skills needed. If you have been wondering what it takes to get noticed to get ahead in your business and at work. This will be a show not to miss.
Two dynamic women tell how to create and get the future you want! Our first guest is Meg Roberts, President of Molly Maid. Meg shares how she landed the job she wanted even when she was told there was no position for her. Meg refused to take no for an answer. Learn how she took control of the Vision she had for herself and her future. Today Meg as President of Molly Maid she is responsible for national branding marketing, improving unit economics and bolstering franchise development. She will also be sharing what it takes to be a successful franchise owner. Our second guest, Edith Namm is an expert on stress management, with seven published books on the subject. Edith will be sharing a number of stress reducing techniques. Her passion is to help people retrain the brain and conquer stress and anger. Some of her unique tips will have you doodling your way to conquering the stress in your life.
Join former 20 year owner of Pam's Motor City, a National Award winning Auto Center, Pam Oakes shares how she ran a very successful business in the male dominated world of auto repair. Pam is heard on her syndicated CBS Radio station from coast to coast. She addresses how she overcame the male stereotype with both employees and customers. Pam is also the author for a series of books on Car Care for the Clueless. Pam will also be sharing some of the unique marketing strategies she used. In this fast paced interview Pam makes is clear that women can break the mold and get the career they want and deserve. Deanne takes the mic as second guest and dives deeper in the strategies women need to be seen as a leader and the mistakes to avoid. If you are looking for tips and advice on how to break the mold and get what you want this will be a show not to miss.
This week we have two power guests lined up to tell you how to break the mold and get the career that you want. Our first guest is Dionne Miller, The First Female Sports Anchor for ABC. From the age of 9 she was hooked on sports. However loving sports and being taken seriously as female sports reporter are two different things. In this fast paced interview Dionne shares how she navigated the playing field and what she did to be taken seriously as a women reporting sports such as football and baseball. Our second guest is Jane Hight McMurry, best selling author of Navigating the Lipstick Jungle. Jane shares many tips for listeners on how to taken seriously and get the career you want. She shares tips on networking effectively, how to interact in a team environment, and some of the mistakes women make that can cost them the job or promotion they wanted. This week our guests will rock the house, so hang on to your seats for two fun filled and very informative guests.
Looking to grow your business? Learn how one 110 year old company grew their business by 39%. Our first guest this week is Alison Spitzer who is the VP of Operations, for the Spitzer Automotive Group. In 2009 the auto industry hit an all time low, this maverick implemented new marketing strategies that resulted in bottom line success. She will be sharing some of those strategies today. Alison along with her father helped hundreds of dealers across the country save their dealerships as a result of the legislation they helped pass in Washington. Alison will also be sharing the leadership lessons she learned in working with legislators. Our second guest is Crystal Washington, a social media marketing expert. Crystal has been hired by such companies as Google, Microsoft and GE for her social media expertise. Crystal will be sharing some great tips and strategies on how to get your company noticed on line, and how to improve your bottom line.
This week we have a very successful executive whose motto is to embrace change. Living in Berlin, Germany Kerstin Plehwe is one of the few women who has reached the executive corporate ranks in that country. For more than 20 years she has built, lead and sold multiple companies successfully. This week Kerstin will be sharing how women today can obtain leadership power and reach the executive ranks within their organizations. Kerstin will be sharing the leadership tips she used and how she has embraced change and used those life changes to reach her goals and has increase her personal level of happiness. Today's second guest is our host Deanne DeMarco, who will sharing some communication tips on dealing with criticism. How to respond to criticism and address others in a non- defensive way. Deanne is a communication expert who helps business professionals break-through their career barriers.
Today we have two senior level executives who address the role of collaboration both in the workplace and for personal success. Our first guest is Tamera Erickson who has been named three times as one of the 50 most influential management thinkers in the world, and has authored many articles for the Harvard Business Review, and MIT's Sloan Management Review. Tammy will be sharing leadership advice and how leadership roles are changing. Our second guest is May Pao who was a Former VP at Zebra Technologies. May will be sharing the insights and strategies she has used to climb the corporate ladder and what women can do today to have an impact in the corporations they serve. May will also share some practical strategies how women can overcome some of the barriers we see in today's work environment and how collaboration can have an impact for professional business women
SCORE is a free service dedicated to helping new and small business owners in being successful. This show is dedicated to giving advice to the new or current entrepreneur. Two SCORE executives, Bridget Pollack and Resa Kierstein give pointed advice for current or aspiring entrepreneurs. They explain how the free SCORE mentoring programs works. They also explain some of the new business tools that were designed with business partners like the UPS Store can help the small business person achieve business goals. The second half of the show Gina Pinto Williams, won the SCORE 2014 National Award for Outstanding Franchise Small Business. Gina, who is a Peruvian immigrant shares advice how you can overcome huge obstacles, and what it takes achieve your goals and be the success you desire. This power packed show is one not to miss.
Personal branding is one of those topics we don't think about much. Who needs a brand? Of course if you have a business your brand is critical to your success. However as an employee do you also need a brand? Of course. What are you known for? When people say your name what do they think about? Today's guest, Dorie Clark is a branding expert. She is a former presidential campaign spokeswoman, a frequent contributor to the Harvard Business Review and Forbes, and has been a TED Speaker. And she is recognized as a Branding Expert by the Associated Press. Today Dorie will give some some insider tips to personal branding and some marketing strategy tips as well. Deanne takes the mic as second guest and talks about the difference between a Good Boss and Bad Boss.
Two power guests are on the show this week. Army Black Hawk Helicopter Pilot Elizabeth McCormick and Marketing Genius Christina Motley. In this dynamic interview Elizabeth explains how she fought all odds to be a US Army Helicopter pilot. She shares her pioneering aviation experiences and shares how she over came the numerous challenges she faced. Elizabeth gives advice on how you can use her secrets to soar to success. Our second guest is marketing genius Christina Motley. Christina has won over 300 awards for her campaigns. She shares numerous tips and strategies that business women and entrepreneurs can use to how navigate the marketing road to success. This is a dynamite duo and a show not to miss.
In today’s world, you can’t go 2 feet without hearing about social media. It’s the way people find and communicate with each other and is only growing. If you suspect you’re not using it to its fullest potential, today’s guest can help. Jessica Best is one part massive email, social media and online marketing nerd and one part permission-marketing evangelist. She acts as a strategic consultant and subject matter expert for brands, corporations and nonprofits nationwide. Jessica is CEO of an award-winning, full-service digital marketing firm that has planned and executed social media and digital marketing for a diverse clientele, from restaurants to baby clothing to pharmaceutical testing. Deanne takes the mic as our second guest and addresses the importance of collaboration. She gives five suggestions on how to develop a collaborative work culture.
Are you aware of the power of leading by listening? First guest is Dr Kittie Watson, the CEO of Innolect. For over 25 years Kittie has been recognized as the International listening expert. Kittie often serves as an expert witness, is a media regular and has been featured on ABC's 20/20. Dr. Watson will discuss how to be an effective leader by being a better listener. She will discuss the top 5 bad listening habits leaders make as well tips on how to be more successful in listening. Our second guest , Jana Flaig, is a women who has faced fear in the face when she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, and gave it a knock out punch. This former TV News On-Air Reporter shares her story of challenging her battle with fear. She'll provide some practical tips to knock out fear that can discourage us, diminish our faith and rob us of hope as we go through tough times or hardship.
What's in your trash that could launch the next multimillion dollar company? Do the choices you make lead you to success or failure? First guest is CEO Lucinda Yates, who was once homeless and destitute. Lucinda took her future into her hands and created a multimillion dollar company from what she found in the trash. You will learn the steps she took to launch her company with NO capital. Her story and message is both inspirational and educational. Second guest is Dr. Bev Smallwood, who will discuss the choices people make that can lead them down the road to success. She will specifically focus on what to do during times of adversity and hardship. She will provide a road map and specific actionable tips on the specific choices people need to make to take them on a journey of recovery and personal and professional success
Women in executive level positions know that serving on a board is one way of being recognized and can lead to advancement. Our first guest is Susan Stautberg, who is an expert in this area. She has advised or been on advisory boards for fortune 500 organizations such as Microsoft, Avis, Merrill Lynch, Walmart, The United Nations, and The White House. She will be sharing some insider secrets about boards and how to get on a board. Our second guest is Valerie Cade, who is a workplace bullying expert. She will be sharing advice on how to deal with workplace bullies, and what you can do to help someone else.
Nominated for 2 Oscars and 3 Golden Globes, Ann Marie Gillen is the special featured guest on this week. Ann Marie is the film producer of the block buster film, Fried Green Tomatoes, staring Kathy Bates, and Jessica Tandy. Ann Marie's credentials include the films: Under Suspicion starring Morgan Freeman and Gene Hackman, and Into Temptation starring Jeremy Sisto and Kristian Chenoweth. Ann Marie started out as a Dancer/ Choreographer. She was acting, dancing and hired to choreograph commercials for Target, and decided to jump in the “reel” profession and moved to LA with only $500 in her pocket. She will share tips that all can use to achieve their dreams. Deanne takes the mic as second guest. She uses her experience as a multi-award winning competitive speaker, an award winning speaking coach and keynote speaker to address how to be a confident speaker. Deanne has worked with managers, movie stars, race car drivers, and individuals be confident speakers.
Thinking of starting your own business? Today we have two very successful entrepreneurs that will share their success tips for success. Our first Guest is Nancy Butler, who at the age of 31 was in the middle of a divorce with no support, or source of income and only $2,000 to her name. So, she started her own business. When her business hit $200 million in assets under management she sold her practice. Our second guest is Tina Karakourtis, who has been recognized by The Guild of Master Craftsman, in London England as a Master Corsetiere. She calls herself the self made entrepreneur. Both women will be sharing some of the pitfalls and traps of new business owners. They will also be sharing some of their marketing strategies, that help them to launch their successful businesses. If you are an entrepreneur of thinking of starting your own business this will be show not to miss.
Have you ever had a pizza delivered? Today our first guest is the inventor of the thermal bag developed originally for the square pizza boxes. Our two guests today address the key to successful leadership. Entrepreneurs are good leaders. Whether you have 3 employees or 1,000. Successful entrepreneurs know how to lead, and help employees see and embrace the vision. Our first guest is Ingrid Kosar the inventor of the pizza box thermal bag. Her bag appears on USA doorsteps millions of times a week for family movie nights, college study times and moms night off from cooking. Ingrid has run a very successful thermal bag business and will address how she got her invention to market, and how she dealt with the tough challenges. Our second guest is Ellen Castro, a Harvard trained executive who addresses the importance of building trust in your organization. Ellen will answer the questions how to build trust and how to deal with some of the trust challenges with co-workers and bosses.
First woman in the world to climb Mount Everest, the world’s highest mountain, from both its north and south sides Cathy O’Dowd and Spider-Man TV vocal actress Misty Lee are the special featured guests this week. One woman, Cathy O'Dowd, who had a fear for heights, lacked confidence but had discipline and determination overcame the world’s biggest challenge and was the first woman to successfully climb Mount Everest, the world’s highest mountain, from both its north and south sides. Another has spent her life as a passionate actress who has used her vocal pipes to work in a wide range of vocal endeavors. Cathy faced the worst storm in history of Everest, giant avalanches, and has experienced the thrill of the summit and the reality of failure, and has paid the ultimate price with the loss of fellow climbers. Learn how Cathy stay motivated and Misty's ability to be successful in such a competitive job. Both women have great advice for all of us.
Host Deanne DeMarco interviews special guests Judy Robinett, the woman with 10 billionaires in her Rolodex, and the Reluctant PR Entrepreneur, Lori Ames. First up will be a business thought leader and is known as the women with the titanium Roldex, Judy Robinett who will share her remarkable life story from being a shy social worker to receiving an award from President Bill Clinton, and having Mark Burnett (Executive Producer of Shark Tank, The Apprentice, and Survivor) endorse her book. The second guest is an equally as motivating role model for women, Lori Ames, who, due to her son’s unexpected brain tumor became a reluctant entrepreneur so she could care for her son and work also. Judy Robinett and Lori Ames are leading the way in their respective fields. It’s all about connecting and caring. This is one powerful show, one not to miss, and one you will want to share with others.
No Excuses Allowed. Patricia Walsh, our first guest became partially blind at the age of five and was totally blind by the age of 14. She has degrees in electrical engineering and computer science. Was an award winning engineer at Microsoft and is a world champion para-triathlete! Her story is one of determination to buck the overwhelming odds stacked against her, especially the naysayers. Walsh overcame challenges every step of the way, and people who confronted her with why reasons why she would not be able to succeed.She shares her amazing story and the three step process on how anyone can achieve amazing success. Our second guest is Kamin Samuel the first US Navy female African American helicopter pilot. The leadership lessons she learned in the Navy helped her move up the ranks in corporate America to the Vice President position. Kamin believes that once you are focused and your inner blocks are cleared dramatic results in experiencing more success is the result.
What is holding you back from being the best you can be? It is time to be unstoppable and our two guests this week have done just that. Our first guest is Ana Maria Alvarez is the founding artistic director of CONTRA-TIEMPO Urban Latin Dance Theater Company. At the age of five Ana Maria was determined be successful in the world of dance. Ana Maria will share how she overcame some of her biggest challenges, including how she got funding for her dance company. She will also share advice for others interested in starting their own business. Felicia Slattery, our second guest tells us it is time to KILL the Elevator Pitch. She will share how to start the relationship building quicker and more effectively and the five words that listeners need to remember to be unstoppable.
Are you business savvy entrepreneur? Are you aware of the land mines and how to avoid them? Our two guests this week approach this topic from two different perspectives. Our first guest is Emily Smith, a bankruptcy lawyer who specializes in working with business owners. In this riveting interview Emily will share her years of experience on how to stay in business, the dangers small business owners need to know and how to avoid them. She will be sharing her 5 step plan that every business needs to follow to be successful. Our second guest is Wendy Lynn Phillips. Wendy will be addressing the power of personal presence, and how others perceive you, and what you can do to enhance your image so you can be more confident and successful. She will be sharing the one thing that women already own that they need to do daily to make 80 percent more money than women who forget. She will also be addressing the three fashion fauxpas that most women fall victim to.
Today we have two very successful entrepreneurs as guests. One who made gallons of lemonade out of lemons the other a high level executive who left corporate to follow her dreams. Our first guest is Jodi Pliszka, who started losing her hair at the age of 13. Overcoming this obstacle, she ended up inventing Headline It and winning ABC's American Inventor and has since been featured in Entrepreneur Magazine, Forbes and seen on dozens of shows such as Montel Williams. Our second guest is Kelsey Humphreys who left her dream job in graphic design and started her own business. Today she helps aspiring entrepreneurs launch a solo business they will love. Both women will tell us how they tackled the challenges of starting their own business and the keys to their success.
Two very successful entrepreneurs give us insights into the strategies needed for owning a successful business. Our first guest is Monica Davis who is the author of Start Your Business Right. Monica started her career as a business analyst and software engineer for the government and private sector providing information system management to high level executives. She is now publisher of Exceptional People Magazine. Monica will be sharing some of her blueprint success tips. Our second guest is Michelle Ngome who is a social media guru. Michelle will be sharing the social media tips entrepreneurs need to know to help grow their business. She will share how to navigate in the digital space so as busy professionals we use our time wisely to achieve our business success goals.
Michelle Van Slyke, Vice President, Marketing UPS Stores, is a results-oriented marketer with a history of transforming brands and marketing teams into top performers in the highly competitive retail environment. She has held the Vice President of Marketing at Jaguar, and Mercedes- Benz. She was recently recognized on the 2012 ExecRank's list of Top 500 CMOs. Michelle will provide insight on the keys to success in the ever evolving world of retail marketing as well as share her own story of her path to success. Next, Jennifer Kahnweiler PhD and author of The Introverts Guide to Making a Difference and Quiet Influence. She will talk about introverted women in leadership roles, what she calls “quiet influence.” She will show how introverts can harness their innate tendencies to make a real difference and why now is the time for women to practice this form of leadership.
Ever wonder how the stars become successful? What these stars know that you don't? One of this week's guests is Dayna Steele who is a Hall of Fame radio personality, media and marketing strategist who spent over twenty years working with the greatest rock stars and other celebrities in the world. Having worked with rock stars such as Madonna, Britney Spears, Taylor Swift, Justin Timberlake, and Bon Jovie. Dayna started her rock radio career in a deejay booth in Texas. She has rock star insights, and is willing to share this knowledge. I think we can all learn insights on how the stars became successful, that we can then use in our own lives. Our second guest is Jackie Baretta who just published a book on Primal Teams. Jackie has a twenty-five year career as a Fortune 500 leader, which has given her insight into the working of teams. Jackie offers a fresh perspective on how leaders can strengthen a team’s ability to innovate, and boost productivity. This will be a rock-n show.
One overlooked but highly important quality of success is our ability to take control of emotions. Our guests this week tackle that head on form two different perspectives. Our First Guest Is a former Mrs Globe, Dr. Tracy Kemble. Dr. Tracy will give advice on how to work on our emotional skills to achieve success inside, and outside the workplace. In this powerful interview Dr Tracy will explain the importance of self-confidence and share some tips on how to develop a greater sense of worth and self-confidence. Our second guest, Lisa Papp has over 30 years of experience in marketing for such organizations as Nordstroms and SAFECO. She will approach this topic from the view of gratitude. Lisa overcame extreme stress, giving listeners tips and advice on how to control those negative emotions. Lisa will also give advice on how using gratitude practices not only help us individually but helps with sales prospects and client retention.
This week we have two guests that are wonderful examples of being a bold leader. One from the Alaskan shores the other a female pioneer in military leadership. Our first guest is Stacie Stigar. She gave up a successful corporate job with the United Way to follow her dream of being her own boss. Stacie currently is the owner of the UPS Store in Palmer, Alaska, which ranks as one of the top stores in the US states. She will share some of her marketing and customer service strategies that helped her achieve such a top ranking. Our second guest is Ret Col Jill Morganthaler, who was one of the first female Army leaders. Jill will be sharing with us how she handled some of the tough leadership issues like - disrespect, bullying, and being a woman in a man's army. This Trailblazer will share how she managed to stand up and stand out. For her performance in Iraq Jill received the Bronze Star and was awarded the Legion of Merit for her leadership. This will be a show not to miss.
Communication is at the heart of success. Communication is important for the daily operation of your department or company. Good communication skills are needed for sales, developing ans leading strong teams, resolving conflict, and negotiations. Unfortunately we sometimes sabotage our success by using poor communication techniques. This week Deanne, who has been training and helping managers for over 20 years in implementing strategic communication solutions to improve bottom line results. She coaches and trains teams, leaders, managers and individuals. This week Deanne will discuss the barriers and ways people sabotage their efforts. She will also discuss some communication techniques on how to be more effective in your communication interactions.
This week we have two dynamic guests. The first is Julie Straw, who is the VP of Workplace Solutions with Wiley Publishing. She will share her perspective on women in leadership. Julie has over twenty five years of corporate leadership and has also conducted in-depth research in the areas of leadership strategies, the mistakes leaders make and what leaders at all levels need to do to be effective and successful. Julie will be giving some straight forward advice on what leaders need to do today to be effective. Julie will also be sharing what women need to do to be seen as a leader in today's workplace. Our second guest is Dr. Denee Jordan, a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 26 years in private practice. She is the founder of Already Well, a progressive approach to treatment that works on the premise that no matter your present circumstances, you are already well. Denee will be sharing her views on how we can be happy at work, in our careers and in our personal lives.
Our first guest is Dr Margaret Wade who was named by Chicago Magazine as a Top Family Medical Doctor of Du Page County. Dr Wade has a history of holding Executive level positions including President of Adventist Hinsdale Hospital medical staff and was the first woman president in that hospital's 100 year history. Dr Wade will be giving our listeners insight into her success in leading in a male dominated profession. Dr Wade was able to balance raising two children, a demanding medical practice while also holding executive level leadership positions. She will be giving some great advice you will not want to miss. Deanne takes the mic on the second half to talk about what is needed to develop synergistic teams. As an authorized partner of The Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team based on the best selling book by Lencioni Deanne gives listeners insight into the what is needed to gain the competitive advantage.
This week we have two guests that were on a mission to be successful. Both of these women faced difficult obstacles. One in the field of Aviation the other with a disability. Our first guest is Captain Nancy Novaes. Nancy was drawn the the world of flying by her grandfather. At the time airline pilots were all men. She was one of the early pioneers that paved the way for women today. Learn about her journey and how she overcame some the obstacles. Nancy few for a major airline both nationally and internationally, flying the big Boeing Aircraft. Our second guest is Camille Caffarelli. Drawing on her life experiences of being blind since birth and living in a sighted world she decided to support the needs and interests of people who are blind. Her company has had a major influence on providing access to materials, information and activities for persons who are blind or visually impaired. These women will give some solid advice on how to conquer challenges and be successful.
What does it take to be recognized as the BEST in your field? This week Deanne Interviews Tammie Souza who was honored with 15 Emmy Award Nominations and multiple awards in the field of Meteorology, she is seen on the FOX network, and Hell's Kitchen winner, Chef Christina Machamer. Both women had dreams early in life to be the best, one in food the other in weather. You will learn how they made their dreams come true. Both women entered professions typically dominated by men and came out on top. Tammie and Chef Christina will share the obstacles they overcame and their strategies to succeed. Both women will share their advice and some insights into their fields, as well as their advice for success. Tammie will be specifically asked what has given her the edge to be nominated over 15 times for an Emmy Award, and how we can benefit from her experience.
What makes a successful entrepreneur? What are the qualities you need to be seen as a successful leader? This week we have two power executives, CEO of publishing giant Source Books, Dominique Raccah and executive search firm CEO Julie Kampf. Dominique started her book publishing company from her bedroom and and is now the largest independent book publisher in the USA. Julie runs one of most successful executive search firms in the USA. Both women will be sharing their strategies on what it takes to be successful and be seen as a leader. Deanne will be asking both women to share advice for aspiring female professionals and what distinguishes a good leader from a bad one. Dominique and Julie will also address some of their challenges and the challenges they believe women face today. Additionally, Dominique will be also be giving tips for the new entrepreneur and how to set yourself apart from the crowd
Ever wonder who was behind power brands like CNN, Food Network,and Disney Chanel or top TV shows like Desperate Housewives,Lost, and Top Model? Our first guest was the brains behind those brands. Robin Fisher Roffer will address why you need to have a power brand and how to develop your brand. She will share some of the insider secrets and what women need to know so they can have the NO Fear Career of their dreams. Robin will give practical tips on the steps you should take to plot your success. Our second guest is a well respected and renowned magician. As a very successful entrepreneur she will share her secrets on how she has been able to be successful in the male dominated profession of magic and illusion. Misty will address her challenges and how she overcame them. Her secret formula for success may surprise you. Her formula is one that all of us can follow to reach the heights of our professional careers. This will be a show not to miss.
Have you ever wondered what am I dong wrong that I am being over looked for promotions? Have you ever questioned what do I need to be doing so I will be seen as capable to take on greater responsibility and be seen for promotion? Our guests today and experts in answering those questions. Our first guest, Dr Reesa Woolf will address the eight typical mistakes women make in their careers, and what to do about it. She will also address how to speak up at work and command attention and how to deal with the person who interrupts you.She will also how to overcome nervous habits so you come across more confident. Our second guest is Karen Gridley, the expert on removing the excuses in our lives. She will be giving our audience specific tips on how to tackle and overcome the obstacles in our lives so we can have the success of our dreams. Karen will also address the common pitfalls we make in business and not even know it. How to recognize them and how to overcome them.
Deanne takes the mic this week and answers questions from listeners on how to be noticed at work for promotion and taking on greater responsibility. Deanne will address issues like like personal branding, how to deal with others trying to sabotage your success, and how to be business savvy. Deanne also addresses taking a hard look at your attributes and how to communicate those talents to your boss. As a former manager at Fortune 500 companies, Deanne give the straight talk on what managers expect from high potential employees and how you can be considered one of them.
Staying positive today when life gets in the way and makes you blue or depressed can sometimes be a challenge. This week our two special guests will help you to stay positive with the storms in your life. Judy Belmont is the author of 5 books, including The Swiss Cheese Theory of Life, which offers practical strategies for a more positive life. Her message of positivity, healthy communication, resiliency and self-empowerment has reached thousands nationwide through her interactive presentations on mental health, emotional wellness and workplace wellness topics. Our second guest is Sgt. Stephannie Shannon, a disabled Gulf War I vet. She will share her struggles when transitioning back to civilian life, her time of military service, how to reclaim your life after PTSD, GWI, and MST,and the resulting trauma she experienced. Stephanie’s story is a story of struggle, survival, and healing; that empowers others to address their own personal traumas and how to overcome them.
After experiencing a brain injury in a life changing car accident our first guest Dr Marie Malayter was faced with several months of recovery, a career reinvention, and a life values assessment. She lost her memory and communication filters. Her world was shattered. During her journey of recovery and life reinvention, she discovered many people needed guidance on how to really love their lives and how to make simple shifts to lead more fulfilling lives. Doc Maria will share how she was able to embrace a better rounded lifestyle balancing work and life. Our second guest is our host Deanne DeMarco who shares her managerial wisdom on how to drive performance with direct reports. With over 20 years as a manager and corporate trainer Deanne shares some of the secrets in working successfully with and through others.
Are you living your dreams? Are you in the corporate position you desire? It is time to stop holding yourself back from reaching your potential. This week our first guest is Dr June Hall is an advice columnist for Daytona Beach News Journal, Psychology professor, and author of No More Pity Parties. Dr June will address how to move forward when life is not going according to plan. How to change your mindset and your outcomes. In her straight forward tell it like is is style she will discuss the signs when it is time to move on and how to get connected with the right people. Deanne takes the mic as second guest and continues the conversation on what might be holing your self back. Deanne, early in her career went from $0 to $100,000 in five years. So she knows what needs to be done to move forward in your career. Deanne will discuss 5 keys that might be holding you back and what to do to move past the blocks.
Two outstanding guests with the Just Do It attitude in building their careers. First guest is Sue Hammond, once a budding entrepreneur with lots of money in the bank, then a major life incident changed all that and left her penniless, depressed and she battled with suicidal thoughts. Then one day she thought I need to live and live right... no need for a pity party. Her story of coming back is amazing and one not to miss. You will learn how to live, love and laugh with Sue. Our second is Chef Julie Levin. Julie will tell us about her path. She cooked at some renowned restaurants and acted as a private chef to the rich. Today, Julie she is a chef with a purpose in saving our planet from food waste and trash. She has worked to reduce food and trash waste by 85% at the private academy is at. You will learn about her culinary path and how she set up a nearly zero waste dining hall creating a shift in ecoliteracy.
From Franchise Owner to corporate VP of Operational Support Judy Milner and ABC Hit TV Show Shark Tank, Spatty and Spatty Daddy Inventor Cheryl Rigdon are the special guests this week. Judy is a former ( www.theupsstorefranchise.com ) in Northern Virginia has an incredible story on how she climbed the corporate ladder to the VP of Operational Support and Cheryl is a speech pathologist who invented the Spatty and Spatty Daddy and went on the hit TV show The Shark Tank, to pitch her invention hoping to gain support for her invention. Judy is a very unique guest to have on the show. She has been a successful entrepreneur and is now a high-ranking corporate executive. Cheryl, works full time as a Speech Language Pathologist and runs her very successful business. Both women offer unique views on success and how to run a business. This will be a great show for the person seeking inside information in being a franchise owner or the inventor who want to learn how to get their invention to market.
Cookies-by Design founder Gwen Willhite who has over 100 franchises nationwide and internationally acclaimed Ghostwriter, Author and former IRS Agent, Kelly Epperson are the featured guests on the next edition of Today’s Inspiring Women. Gwen Willhite suddenly found herself an unemployed, single mother. With time on her hands, this creative and motivated woman combined two traditional gifts- flowers and sweets- and turned them into one deliciously clever concept, the cookie bouquet. Now, 30 years later, approximately 100 Cookies By Design locations are operating across the United States. Our second guest is a former IRS Agent and is now a noted Ghostwriter and author Kelly Epperson. As a ghostwriter she has written over 20 books for others, some are NY Times Best Selling Authors, one sold over 1 million copies. She has three books of her own plus one that went to #1 on Amazon. Both women will be sharing their success secrets and how they overcame challenges.
Have you been thinking of leaving your job and be an entrepreneur? Have you been wondering what you need to know before you start that venture? Today, we have two very successful entrepreneurs share their success secrets. Our first guest is Christine Welch, owner of The Coffeecake Connection. Christine left Corporate America after 30 years to bring her baking to a large audience, shipping her baked goods across the country. Christine will share how she solved some of the early problems, and key questions entrepreneurs need to ask before they start a business. Our second guest, is Millennial inventor and serial entrepreneur Miki Agrawal. Miki was named by Forbes Top 20 Millennials On a Mission. She will discuss how to raise money for your venture, how to build a tribe, and how to avoid the mistakes new entrepreneurs often make. You will be amazed with these two women. A show you will not want to miss, and you will forward to others.
Are you living your dreams? Are you in the corporate position you desire? It is time to stop holding yourself back from reaching your potential. This week our first guest is Dr June Hall is an advice columnist for Daytona Beach News Journal, Psychology professor, and author of No More Pity Parties. Dr June will address how to move forward when life is not going according to plan. How to change your mindset and your outcomes. In her straight forward tell it like is is style she will discuss the signs when it is time to move on and how to get connected with the right people. Deanne takes the mic as second guest and continues the conversation on what might be holing your self back. Deanne, early in her career went from $0 to $100,000 in five years. So she knows what needs to be done to move forward in your career. Deanne will discuss 5 keys that might be holding you back and what to do to move past the blocks.
Shark Tank star Barbara Corcoran is the mentor for Daisy Cakes Entrepreneur Kim Nelson. Kim along with Business Executive Nancy Joyce are the special featured guests on the next edition of Deanne DeMarco's radio show. Deanne asks Kim about her career and the best advice for entrepreneurs starting, growing, and converting ideas and dreams into fortunes. She asks Kim about how she got started and the business learning curves she experienced. And, of course, she gets Kim to reveal some Shark Tank behind the scenes stories and success secrets. The special guest for the second half of Deanne’s show is business executive, Nancy Joyce. Nancy specializes in the art of Authentic Self Promotion. Nancy was Vice President for Double-Click and currently sits on the board for a start up founded by Dr.Oz. Nancy gives advice for building a personal brand and the importance of self-promotion, and leadership strategies in the workplace.
What is holding you back from the success you want? Today's show will tell you specifically how to get the confidence and be courage to be successful. Our first guest Mary Foley went from being a eight dollar an hour customer service rep to being head of the training dept for AOL. Our second guest, Shayla Logan went from being homeless to making over one hundred thousand dollars with in five years. Both women will tell their stories and what they specifically did to make such a difference in their professional lives. They will address how to get courage, and break through the fear that held them back. Both women give very practical tips and strategies that listeners can use immediately to live their dreams, and find the success they want. This power packed show is one not to miss, you'll want to share it with others and listen to it more than once.
Ever wondered why you get along great with some folks and not so great with others? Part of the issue is the relationship chemistry between the two parties. Today's first guest Rochelle Hirsch, who wrote the book Relationship Chemistry, will discuss the eight types of relationships that people have She will also discuss how to change those relationships and reduce the stress you may be experiencing. Deanne takes the mic as second guest and discusses MOTIVATION. Can you motivate a direct report? Deanne has trained over forty two thousand managers on management skills. And she will answer that burning question and give solid tips on how to create an environment where your direct reports can do their very best work... NO MONEY NEEDED.
Are you in the Career you love? Do you wake up every morning excited to going or are you dreading the day? Isn't it time to take charge of your career? Our first guest is Lisa Quast a former Executive Vice President and General Manager for a Fortune 500. With all her business success she was not happy till she took control of her career. She will discuss in this tell all interview how you too can break the mold and have a career you love. Our second guest will address the barriers of change that we are faced with. How to deal with those changes and break through the barriers that prevent our success. She will also address how managers can capitalize on lost opportunity and remove organizational barriers.
Our first guest is Lisa Gibson, JD and international conflict expert. Muammar Gaddafi was the master mind the terrorist attack that killed her brother. Lisa will discuss strategies how to deal with conflict and what she said and did when she met face to face with this former Libyan terrorist leader. Lisa has been featured in numerous media outlets including ABC, NBC, and The Wall Street Journal. Our second guest is Betty Kreisel Shubert, who has been a fashion designer for Disneyland, Las Vegas Musicals, Major Cruise lines, as well as stage, and screen. Betty will be discussing the psychology of clothes and success.She will also give tips on what a woman needs to be aware of if she wants to be seen as promotable. She will also discuss some of the pitfalls for women in the clothes worn today.
Do you know how to develop a team? The ability to manage effectively with and through others requires leaders today to know how to develop and work with teams. Deanne who has personally trained over 42,000 managers and coached managers and executives on team development will share some of those team development strategies. She will discuss the importance of pre-planning, and the six key steps leaders need to consider in starting successful teams. She will also discuss the roles you can see teams members play and how to deal with those difficult team members that block team success. Deanne will also address the natural five step progression to team development, as well as some of the biggest problems leaders face with teams.
Does knowing how to market your business confuse you? Entrepreneurial Marketing Strategist Tammy Hawk-Bridges will share the inside tips how she launched her multi-million dollar company. Tammy will share some of the insider tips to internet marketing and the keys a small business owner must know before building a website. She will also discuss the importance of a niche. Deanne takes the mic as second guest and discusses stress and job burnout. Deanne will discuss stress reduction strategies that work as well as healthy and unhealthy ways of dealing with stress.
Deanne continues her ground-breaking radio series with two high-powered guests, the female CEO of a multi million dollar trucking company and a woman who literally wrote the book on procrastination. Rags to riches CEO Carolyn Gable and Rita Emmett, the Worlds Greatest Procrastinator, are this weeks special guests.
Carolyn Gable is President and CEO of New Age Transportation, Distribution & Warehousing Inc. It’s a $30 million a year enterprise in Illinois. It’s a far cry from her first long term job, working as a waitress for more than a decade.
Second guest, Rita Emmett, is a author who describes herself as a recovering procrastinator. Her first book, The Procrastinators Handbook sold over 100,000 copies in its first year and has been published in 32 countries. Katie Couric is among the 300 plus interviewers who have questioned Rita about her successful strategies and how she changed from being the self-declared World’s Greatest Procrastinator.
Entrepreneurs, would you like to improve your bottom line? Corporate Professionals would you like to be seen as someone who can take on greater responsibility, or seen as promotable? If you said yes, then this show is a must listen. As business people we all know that just knowing and implementing business tactics such as marketing strategies, business strategies, and sales tactics is not enough. Very successful individuals and profitable businesses possess something UNIQUE. When you look at this very successful group there is one characteristic that is seldom mentioned. The ability toe connect with others, and form meaningful relationships and the ability to foster those relationships. This week Deanne DeMarco who is a certified executive coach, and leadership trainer will address the five keys to connecting and how to build those meaningful relationships that can help your bottom line and your help you get promoted.
Our first guest is Dorri McWhorter, CEO of YWCA Metropolitan Chicago. Dorri started her career in accounting and worked her way up the corporate ladder to CEO. Dori will discuss her path, the challenges and obstacles she faced and how she dealt with them. She will also discuss some of the strategies she used to to be recognized as a leader. Our second guest is Catherine Kaputa a personal brand strategist. From Madison Avenue to Wall Street to the halls of academe, Catherine Kaputa perfected her ability to market products, places and companies. Yet Catherine discovered the one of the most important application for branding is not products BUT Individuals to define and own their career identity and create their own performance success. Catherinie will discuss how to develop your brand and some specific advice for women. She will also outline the step she took on her surprising journey to own her personal brand.
Are you aware of the power of leading by listening? First guest is Dr Kittie Watson, the CEO of Innolect. For over 25 years Kittie has been recognized as the International listening expert. Kittie often serves as an expert witness, is a media regular and has been featured on ABC's 20/20. Dr. Watson will discuss how to be an effective leader by being a better listener. She will discuss the top 5 bad listening habits leaders make as well tips on how to be more successful in listening. Our second guest , Jana Flaig, is a women who has faced fear in the face when she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, and gave it a knock out punch. This former TV News On-Air Reporter shares her story of challenging her battle with fear. She'll provide some practical tips to knock out fear that can discourage us, diminish our faith and rob us of hope as we go through tough times or hardship.
Do you know how to build Authentic Relationships? Do you know how to repair or build strong relationship with a difficult boss or co-worker? Building strong effective relationships is more than just networking. Our first guest Joyce White Nelson will share those insights and tips on how to develop those authentic relationships and how to communicate with a difficult boss or co-worker. Do you know how to motivate your workforce? Deanne takes the mic as the second guest and addresses motivation. She will cover how to create a work environment that will foster good work. Also she will cover what demotivates and motivates direct reports. Deanne will also share the one motivational tip that will not cost a dime
Have you ever wondered what do recruiters think, how do they make decisions on who get hired and why? This week we have two staffing experts tell us what it takes to be a leader and what they look for in the recruiting process. Our first guest is Leslie Manley, CEO of IMS, a staffing firm in California.Leslie went from a sales rep to the CEO. Leslie will address how to be prepared and how to approach Leadership when you asked to advance. She will also address how she leads her Virtual Team effectively. Second guest is Kelly Smith, a hiring consultant and recruiter. Kelly will address the tips needed to be seen as promotable. Shew will also address the mistakes women often make in the workplace and strategies to get unstuck so you can move up to the next level in the company.
Conquering stress is more than take a few deep breaths and take time for yourself. Instead of just trying to survive stress learn practical tools and strategies that will help you to have more focus, and calm so you can take control of your day. Our first guest is Dr Sharon Melnick who is a stress reduction expert and she will give practical tools for taking control so you can be more productive. Deanne DeMarco will also take the mic and address the strategy of delegation to help you take more control in the workplace. Deanne trains managers across the country on these techniques and she will tell you about a delegation system that works so you can promote more balance in taking control of workplace stress.
What's in your trash that could launch the next multimillion dollar company? Do the choices you make lead you to success or failure? First guest is CEO Lucinda Yates, who was once homeless and destitute. Lucinda took her future into her hands and created a multimillion dollar company from what she found in the trash. You will learn the steps she took to launch her company with NO capital. Her story and message is both inspirational and educational. Second guest is Dr. Bev Smallwood, who will discuss the choices people make that can lead them down the road to success. She will specifically focus on what to do during times of adversity and hardship. She will provide a road map and specific actionable tips on the specific choices people need to make to take them on a journey of recovery and personal and professional success
Oprah Winfrey's Ambassador of Hope and Sunny 95 twenty Outstanding Women You Should know, Marala Scott, will be Deanne's first guest. Marala speaks from unimaginable experiences of childhood abuse. She shares her journey of healing through personal growth and understanding relationships. Her passionate and honest words will challenge you to become a better, stronger, more passionate version of you! She will discuss how to forgive and how to use your personal history as a tool of strength for success. Second guest this week is Karen Gridley. As a former scientist and a Recovering Excuse Maker, Karen gives practical tools on how to get out of your own way and remove the excuses so you can take control of your business and your life.
Sabrina Isherwood is a senior level Global Marketing/Sales Executive. Her 25-year career includes marketing for Kraft, Welch, and Wm. Wrigley Jr. Isherwood is currently Chief Marketing Officer, for Chiro One Wellness Centers. This strong female leader directs organizations through true transformation. Isherwood inspires and empowers greatness from all her employees, especially aspiring women in the marketing world. Sabrina will tell us how to build a strong personal brand.
Lillian Bjorseth has worked and played politics in corporate corner offices and trenches and maneuvered the entrepreneurial battlefield. She knows what it takes professionally to be a winner and how to build relationships that last. She is synonymous with face-to-face networking. The Chicago Tribune dubs her a networking expert. Lillian will share strategies on how to effectively communicate our brand so others understand.
Rebecca Elliott is a Violin Maker, is Co-Director and teaches at the Chicago School of Violin Making. Rebecca tells how she was able to break into this historically male dominated profession. Rebecca will address some of the challenges and opportunities there are for women in this profession of violin making and repair. Our second guest is Productivity Pro Laura Stack. Laura will give strategies on how to achieve maximum results in minimum time. She will address the tools you need as a leader to get more done yourself and through others. She will give advice on how to deal with everyday distractions and how to tap into your productivity time zones to get more done every day.
From Polar Bears, Kangaroos, to Baboons, our first guest is Dr Jennifer Langan, Broofield Zoo Veterinarian and director of the Illinois Zoological and Aquatic Residency Program takes you for a walk on the WILD side. Jennifer addresses what it takes to be successful in her world of Zoological Medicine. Learn about her fascinating job of caring for 2,600 wild animals and the advice she has for women. Second Guest is Dr Melissa Luke who will help you get rid of the baggage that holds your back so you can start your adventure to your perfect calling. She will give listeners strategies on how to have the career you love.
Dealing with conflict in the workplace is critical if you want to be promoted. Keeping cool means learning how to effectively deal with the Sherman Tanks, Grenades, and Snipers at work. Deanne takes the mic and addresses this issue. Deanne will discuss the conflict triggers, and how to deal with each of these difficult personalities. She will also address how to help customers calm down, and the trigger words to avoid and calming phrases that are effective with peers and customers. You will walk away with actionable strategies and actions to deal with your difficult person. You will want to take notes so be prepared for a content rich broadcast. This will be a broadcast that you will want to share with others.
Do you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur? Do you know what leads to success as an entrepreneur? Do you know what to do if you get stuck so you can keep moving forward? This week two very successful women call themselves accidental entrepreneurs. Our first guest Kathy Burks followed her passion and dreams and now owns one of the most successful puppet theaters in the US. Our second guest Karen Watts through a divorce, discovered her strength in running a very successful entrepreneurial business and is now teaching how to be a successful entrepreneur at the college level. Both women from two very different worlds address the problems and solutions women face in becoming successful and the key skills that are needed to be be successful in the entrepreneurial world. If you dream of following your passion and want to own your own business this is a show not to miss.
In order to be in business you must have customers to buy your products and services. Jeri Quinn is an expert on driving customers to your business and keeping them there. She has been a successful entrepreneur for over 30 years. So she knows what it takes to be successful and how to drive customer loyalty. Jeri will share some of those insights with our listening audience. Our second guest Marcie Stern will help you eliminate the Inner Critic. That small voice that tells us that we are not good enough. Marcie will address how to recognize you inner critic voice and how to deal with your inner critic. She will also share a few tips on how to knock out the power of your inner critic, so you can be the success you were meant to be.
Rising to the top in the transportation industry, has typically been for men only. Our first guest Cam Morris is an executive in this industry and will give us insights on women in transportation and how women can break through the old boys network and be seen as a leader. She will also address how to deal with the challenges women face in the industry. Our second guest Connie Glover is a personal brand expert. She will give insights into the world of branding and how to be successfully build your brand in social media. Connie will share a simple step by step process for building a personal brand for both the corporate and entrepreneurial woman.
Are you experiencing challenges when dealing with your boss? Do you love your job but feel powerless, devalued, and just plain tired? Are you ready to become a boss? Are you in the middle of a career shift due to life or work circumstances? Many successful women have had to re-invent themselves. Dr Gail Hayes will address how to make a positive change in your life. What it takes, and the steps to re-invent yourself. Through a long journey of anxiety and depression, Dianne Morr, our second guest set out to become an authority about happiness, who had it, how they got it, what they do differently, how they live, what they eat, who they associated with. She became a keen student of happiness principles and Positive Psychology. She continues to study, write and speak on Happiness Habits to Transform Your Life, Happiness at Work.
Shark Tank star Barbara Corcoran is the special featured guest on the next edition of Todays Inspiring Women hosted by Deanne DeMarco.
Barbara Corcoran’s credentials include straight D’s in high school and college and twenty jobs by the time she turned twenty-three. It was her next job that would make her one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the country when she took a $1,000 loan to start The Corcoran Group. She parlayed the loan into a multi-billion-dollar business, the biggest real estate empire in New York.
In the second half Deanne takes the mic and talks about coaching. What is it? What are the benefits? What is the difference between coaching, mentoring, training and counseling? How do you know if you need a coach? And the two-minute business coaching challenge, and the two-minute personal coaching challenge. As a top rated speaker and business coach, Deanne has helped hundreds of business executives and entrepreneurs break through personal and career roadblocks.
The new year brings new budgets, new traditions, new ways of looking at things including our careers and entrepreneurial business. Are you reaching your goals? If not what is getting in the way? Have you ever started to tackle a new goal only to fall flat? This week Deanne takes the mic and address our success IQ. The time is now! Sharpen your Success IQ, reach your career and business goals. It is time for 2014 to bring all the career and professional success you want. Deanne goes through all the basics of what each of us needs to practice on a daily basis for success. Learn what you need to be doing or be re-assured that you are on the right path. Learn how to take control of your future and leave the past behind. Make those WOW deposits so you can move forward with confidence that 2014 will be a great year for your career and business.
Our first guest is Joni Rae Rogers-Kante who started her multimillion dollar cosmetics business from her kitchen table in her mobile home. Within seven months Joni had sold 1.7 million in products and by year two she had sold 3.8 million. Joni has a success story every entrepreneur needs to hear. Joni will share her insightful keys to success in direct sales. In this fast paced interview Joni will address how she overcame her major challenges and she gives key advice for entrepreneurs.. while balancing family, running a business, and being a single mother. Our second guest is Heather Marquard, a Architect, Sustainability Consultant. Heather educates other professionals nationally and internationally, about sustainability, green building and the LEED Rating Systems. Heather will address some the major challenges for women in this predominately male profession.
First guest is Diana Bilimoria, PhD is an Athena award finalist and co-author of Gender Equity in Science and Engineering. She has written a handbook on Women in Business and Management. She served as editor of the Journal of Management Education. Her primary research focuses on gender and diversity in governance and leadership and organizational transformation. Diana will a address the double binds that women face. Dr Bilimoria is from India and she will address some of the challenges she encountered as she learned to lead in a new country. Deanne takes the mic as the second guest and address how to deal with difficult people. Some the challenges and solutions in working with difficult personality types. Deanne will talk about the choices and traps that we typically face with difficult people. Lastly she will give some communication useful tools in dealing with the cast of difficult characters.
Do you have what it takes to climb the corporate ladder or to be a successful entrepreneur? This weeks show features two amazing women, EVP Connie Lindsey at Northern Trust and best selling author, Rachelle Smith. They each will address the keys to their success. Connie will talk about the four keys to success. First, how important it is for you to define success for yourself, second, be the best technically, third live authentically and lastly have personal courage. Connie also will talk about the importance of building relationships as gateways to climbing the corporate ladder. Second guest Rachelle Smith will address successful entrepreneurship. There is a difference between having a glorified hobby versus a successful entrepreneurial business. She will also give tips on the best practices of successful entrepreneurs.
Do you know how to promote yourself without coming across boastful? Do your know some of the key factors influencing your ability to climb the corporate ladder? Collette Carlson who is a gender and human behavior expert will explain how women can promote themselves and when to identify your time to self promote and when not to. She also will address how aligning words, actions and thoughts is a key factor in being promoted and reducing stress. Collette says that once she became truthful with herself she was able to break through her fears, lose 50 pounds and take healthy risks. Second Guest is Aila Accad a who is a nurse, and best selling author. Aila specializes in reducing stress. Do you know that 85 percent of disease is stress related? Alia will give listeners tips on how to eliminate the stress in their lives as well as simple stress busting techniques for your mind and body. Alia points out that we must all learn how to release the bad energy of stress so that we can live healthier and longer.
A female army colonel who once stared down Saddam Hussein and the psychologist behind the Resilient Woman are next weeks guests.
Retired Colonel Jill Morgenthaler, Bronze Star and Legion of Merit recipient, is a woman of many firsts. The first women to enter ROTC and train equal with men. The first woman battalion commander in the 88th Regional Support Command. The first woman brigade commander in the 84th Division, and the first woman Homeland Security Advisor for Illinois. She handled disaster recovery during the San Francisco earthquake, was a peacekeeper in Bosnia, and helped Kosovar refugees
Dr. O’Gorman was one of the first researchers in children of alcoholics in the 1970’s and created the Department of Prevention and Education for the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence. She went on to direct the Division of Prevention for the National Institute for Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. She is a co-founder of the National Association for Children of Alcoholics.
Entrepreneurs, would you like to improve your bottom line? Corporate Professionals would you like to be seen as someone who can take on greater responsibility, or seen as promotable? If you said yes, then this show is a must listen. As business people we all know that just knowing and implementing business tactics such as marketing strategies, business strategies, and sales tactics is not enough. Very successful individuals and profitable businesses possess something UNIQUE. When you look at this very successful group there is one characteristic that is seldom mentioned. The ability toe connect with others, and form meaningful relationships and the ability to foster those relationships. This week Deanne DeMarco who is a certified executive coach, and leadership trainer will address the five keys to connecting and how to build those meaningful relationships that can help your bottom line and your help you get promoted.
Our guest today is Sylvia Allen. CEO of an internationally recognized marketing firm. In one year alone, her firm produced more than 100 events and raised more than $1 million worth of sponsorships for clients. She is also a internationally recognized author, with her book A Womens Guide to Sales Success, and How to Be Successful in Sponsorship Sales. She recently received the New Jersey State Governor Jefferson Award for Ambassador, Top 50 Women in Business in NJ award, and the ATHENA Award. In this fast paced segment Sylvia will give Women some inside tips on how to be more successful in sales. She will address cold call reluctance and what you can do about it, as well as how to correct some of the mistakes women often make in sales. After the break Deanne sill take the mic and address time management. How to balance what we have to do with what we want to do. She will discuss how to put together a time budget for greater success in getting things done, as well as tips and strategies for better time management.
Don't Lie to me Expert Susan Constantine is an established body language expert, specializing in reading suspects and witnesses in high profile trials, political candidates, and celebrities through verbal and non-verbal communication. . Susan is a regular contributor on CNN, ABC, CBS, and MSNBC. She has been featured numerous times in national trade journals, magazines, newspapers, television, and film documentaries in the U.S. and Japan, and has a role in the national film “Be Natural,” produced by Robert Redford and narrated by Jodi Foster, coming out in late 2013.She will be giving insight in the top three things leaders need to know about body language and deception. Our second guest is Sue Riehle, engineer and author of Make Me an Offer I Can Not Refuse will be discussing career strategy for entrepreneurs and corporate women. She will also be discussing interviewing tips in order to land that next promotion.
Guests this week include gender communication expert Dr Deborah Tannen who is best known for her book You Just Don't Understand: Women and Men in Conversation. And British author Jenny Garrett author of Rocking Your Role : a Guide for female breadwinners. This week Deborah will discuss the issues in the workplace around gender differences, and what women need to be aware of when communicating with their male counterparts. Deborah will also address how women can be more effective in communicating their desire for upward mobility in the work environment today. Jenny will be discussing some of the challenges female breadwinners face and some solutions to help make their life a little easier. Jenny will also give us some guidelines on how to give up the guilt female breadwinners face.
Hollywood Actress Amy Lyndon, who has stared in NCIS, NYPD Blue, Days of our Lives, General Hospital, and well as 40 Hollywood films and is the Hollywood Booking coach for serious actors. Amy along with Business Psychologist Sakira Jackson give insight on how to look at your personal brand as a business. Both women address how we need to change our thinking about ourselves and what we want, so we can be the success we desire. The two women have very different perspectives on this issue. Amy addresses success from a Hollywood, glitz and glamour view and Sakira from a personal behavior view. In both cases we need to change our thinking to realize the success and results we desire.
As women today climb the corporate ladder two problems hinder success. Getting in your own and becoming overwhelmed. This week two experts tackle these problems head on. Nicole Johnson Scales, SVP of Fifth Third Bank found that once she got out of her own way she was able to break through the glass ceiling. She will share insights on how you can do that too. Joann Corley, utilizes her twenty years of business experience to tackle how to prevent being overwhelmed. JoAnn address the over demanding new normal workplace, and how new strategies are more important than ever. Her strategies around time, space and priorities are enlightening. Together these two guests will bring fresh insights and realistic strategies to these problems.
Ever wonder what it takes to get noticed? Do you want greater responsibility? Do you want to get promoted? If you are a manager ever wonder how to give feedback effectively so your direct reports listen to what you are saying? This week, Deanne takes the mic and talks about Feedback. Feedback when done effectively can help you to get noticed, and can lead to promotions. Feedback is also one skill that helps mangers with improving work performance and accountability. Deanne shares the three step process on how to ask for feedback properly, and how to give feedback so the other person listens. Deanne is an Executive Coach and Management Trainer who works with top Fortune 100 company executives and business professionals. She teaches communications skills and helps leaders break through the barriers to find professional success.She is a frequent Keynote speaker for business and Association meetings.
Two women who switched careers to follow their passions, and became successful all over again.These high-flying business executives are Linda Byars Swindling and C.G. Funk.
C.G. Funk was a highly successful sales and marketing executive before following her passion and becoming a massage therapist. Today, C. G. is the Vice President of Industry Relations and Product Development for Massage Envy Franchising, the pioneer and national leader of affordable massage and spa services.
Linda Swindling, JD, CSP, also made a major career switch. In her case she went from the courtroom to the boardroom. Formerly an attorney and partner by the age of 30 at a major law firm, she became an author and entrepreneurial workplace negotiator.
Linda, whose latest book “Stop Complainers and Energy Drainers; How To Negotiate Work Drama To Get More Done,” was published by Wiley, is now an accomplished keynote speaker, executive coach, and strategic consultant.
Michelle Van Slyke, Vice President, Marketing UPS Stores, is a results-oriented marketer with a history of transforming brands and marketing teams into top performers in the highly competitive retail environment. She has held the Vice President of Marketing at Jaguar, and Mercedes- Benz. She was recently recognized on the 2012 ExecRank's list of Top 500 CMOs. Michelle will provide insight on the keys to success in the ever evolving world of retail marketing as well as share her own story of her path to success. Next, Jennifer Kahnweiler PhD and author of The Introverts Guide to Making a Difference and Quiet Influence. She will talk about introverted women in leadership roles, what she calls “quiet influence.” She will show how introverts can harness their innate tendencies to make a real difference and why now is the time for women to practice this form of leadership.
Deanne takes to the mic to address the qualities needed by people who want to be successful. What is your APP? Attitude, Purpose and Priority are the keys to success. In this segment Deanne educates and inspires while giving tools to communicate more effectively. Her goal is to help listeners break trough the boundaries of their lives so they might find success. The information she gives is based on her newest book What's Your APP, How Attitude, Purpose and Priority Help you to have a Great Day Everyday. Join us as Deanne shares some of her personal triumphs and challenges on the road to success.
Elaine Dumler is passionate in helping military families at home and abroad. She travels to military installations throughout the country with one goal in mind: to make sure that every American deployed or on temporary assignment in the service of their country has the means available to stay in the closest contact possible with their loved ones left behind. Her work as an active civilian has been featured in Ladies Home Journal, The N.Y. times and over 100 other publications including 6 in foreign languages. She’s been on TV, including MSNBC, FOXNews and Montel to talk about the importance of keeping family ties strong. She is honored to be the recipient of ABC TVs 7 Everyday Hero award for establishing the Free Flat Daddy project which has impacted over 10,000 military families. She has been presented with 26 challenge coins, including the Commander in Chief Coin from President George Bush. But, she says the coolest thing she has done is to ride in an F16 Viper jet!
Heather Paquette is the Managing Partner for KPMG in Michigan where she is responsible for the strategic direction and growth of KPMGs Detroit and Grand Rapids offices. Heather has more than 22 years of financial audit, information technology and business process experience, focusing on risk and control. She is a ATHENA Award Recipient, and has been recognized by the Glass Hammer as a Rising Star, by the Illinois CPA Society as a Women to Watch and Working Mother of the Year for Working Mother Magazine.
Karen Jacobsen is the VOICE in over 100 million GPS units, as well as on cruise ships and elevators. When Karen Jacobsen walks on stage, there is no question she is in the drivers seat. The GPS Girl, speaking voice is in over 100 million GPS units giving drivers directions worldwide. She has appeared on ABC World News Tonight, the CBS Early Show, in The New York Times, NY Daily News, Glamour magazine and was named one of People Magazines Most Intriguing People.
This week Deanne takes to the mic and addresses ASSERTIVE leadership skills. In this program you will learn the differences, characteristics and consequences between aggressive, passive and assertive communication. She will also cover how to build your self esteem, how to risk change and overcome fear. Take the 30 second quiz and determine if you are an assertive person and what to do if you are not. Deanne has helped many of her coaching clients gain stronger assertiveness skills. Deanne will help you to take charge and get the job done while earning respect, loyalty and admiration along the way. It is time to ask for what you need and get it, get control over conflict, and increase your self image and confidence.
Martha Mertz is the author of Becoming ATHENA: Eight Principles of Enlightened Leadership and the founder of ATHENA International, a nonprofit organization that seeks to support, develop and honor women leaders, inspire them to reach their full potential and create balance in leadership worldwide. She is also a successful real estate entrepreneur as president of the firm Mayhood Mertz Investment, Inc. Martha serves as a an ambassador, traveling the globe to share the message that women bring a distinctive, transforming approach to leadership, an approach that goes beyond gender.
Second Guest is Irene Stemler, RN who is an Polytrauma Clinical Nurse Educator for the VA, where she works with combat veterans returning home with Traumatic Brain Injury and PTSD. She is the author of Heroic Acts in Humble Shoes: America’s Nurses Tell Their Stories. This book gives voice to the millions of nurses who are providing compassionate care in the face of unprecedented challenges.
Terri Langhans first company was a failure but her second company, that she started from scratch, grew large enough to sell to a fortune 100 company. She then was the CEO of this 30 million dollar company. She learned lots of lessons that she will openly share with our listeners. Terri shares tips on how she was successful the second time around and how she turned around her marriage and found work life and marital balance. Terri also explains why she walked away to start yet another business that was closer to her heart. She named this company Blah, Blah, Blah.
Our second guest, Vicki Kunkel is a digital content strategist and starts and then sells companies based upon market trends. In this fascinating interview Vicki addresses how to successfully navigate transitions. And the importance of reading the market trends for potential business opportunities. Vicki also wrote the best seller Instant Appeal which addresses the eight primal factors for success.
Deanne takes the mic today and addresses the one skill every successful leader or entrepreneur must master. The skill and art of speaking in a public setting. Deanne has been a speech coach for over twenty years and has coached notable television and stage personalities and award winning speakers. She gives tips and strategies on how to over come fear and a simple one minute a day exercise to help you in every speaking opportunity to come across with credibility. Deanne identifies the key area of speaking you will need to master and then she addresses each of them. Deanne DeMarco will share the simple frame work of a good talk or impromptu interaction. She will also share what you can do so every speaking interaction will come across with delivery impact. So whether you are facilitating a meeting, giving a formal presentation, or communicating with a client this will be a show that will help you be successful in all these interactions.
Sara Bittorf is the Chief Branding Officer at Boston Market. Before joining Boston market, she served as Vice President of Marketing for Carrabba's Italian Grill, leading the marketing team in a turnaround of the Carrabba's brand by leading all marketing strategy, new product development, advertising and promotion of the brand. Sara has been an instrumental leader in process development and is a proven innovator and idea generator, achieving positive results for companies facing difficult barriers or obstacles.
Second guest is JoAnn Favia, President of the Favia Group a firm that manages over 100 million in assets. While raising two children a single mother and sole wage earner JoAnn is considered in the top 1 per cent of world wide advisors. JoAnn has had a 25 her career, as a top woman producer carving out a path in a male dominated industry.JoAnn will share her unique plan on how she became successful.
25 years ago, Loretta Rosenmayer started Trench-It, a small trenching company with four employees and $15,000 borrowed from a close female friend who believed in her dream. Today, she is a leader in the development and execution of premier design, construction and management solutions for electric, gas and renewable energy construction services. She incorporate the core value of integrity into her business. As CEO Loretta leads more than 850 men and women she calls strong and proud and has revenues of over $250 million.
Following a brush with death in heart surgery, and a close call with a stroke due to an irregular heartbeat, atrial fibrillation, our second guest, Mellanie True Hills pledged to leave behind her innovative high-tech executive life to use her second chance to help others avoid heart disease and stroke. In front of members of Congress, and as a patient advocate she share tips on how to help save your life.
JJ Ramberg is the host of MSNBC YOUR BUSINESS, the only television show dedicated to issues affecting small business owners. Now in its seventh season, the program has profiled hundreds of small business owners and featured advice from countless small business experts and investors. She is author of the best selling book Its Your Business: 183 Essential Tips that Will Transform Your Small Business. JJ is an entrepreneur herself. Good Search is a company which is changing how people help their favorite causes. To date more than 15 million people have supported causes ranging from The American Red Cross to local high schools.
Are your meetings a waste of time? Deanne takes the mic as the second guest and gives tips on how to be more effective in organizing and running your meetings. She will give you key actions for facilitating results for your next meeting. As an Business Coach and corporate trainer Deanne helps corporate leaders and entrepreneurs be more effective.
Susan Landay, President of Trainers Warehouse and Office Oxygen, started her career as a clown for Ringling Brothers circus. Trainers Warehouse is the biggest name in training and educational supplies. Susan will share how being a circus clown taught her valuable leadership lessons. This graduate from Yale University and Kellogg Graduate School gives some very practical tips for young women just starting out. Susan is a hands-on executive and her articles have appeared in Sloan Management Review, Pfeifer Training Annual, and Training Magazine.
Our Second guest is Dr. Rhoberta Shaler, author of Wrestling Rhinos: Conquering Conflict in the Wilds of Work. She says that if you are more exhausted by the people you work with than the work you are doing, you are most likely wrestling rhinos. With a PhD in psychology and extensive post graduate work, Dr Shaler developed the concepts and solutions in Wrestling Rhinos that she shares with our audience.
Learn why small talk is important and how you can use it to your advantage. Debra Fine is an internationally recognized keynote speaker, trainer, communication expert, and bestselling author. Her Denver based company, The Fine Art of Small Talk, teaches all variety of C-Level managers and stake holders, along with the spouse who is dragged along to banquets and meetings, conversation skills for use at business networking events, conventions and meetings, trade shows, as well as when interacting with clients, customers and patients. Next, Deanne DeMarco will talk about what managers need to know in managing the changing workforce. The dynamic of four generations employed at the same time creates new challenges for today's managers. Learn the traits of each, how to connect, and the specific leadership needs of each generation. You'll learn how to improve retention, and create an environment that will inspire all your employees to give you their best every day.
Dianna Booher will share her journey as a prolific author of more than 46 books. She has won a Cindy Award in the New York Film Festival, and considered a top thought leader and top 100 100 minds in Personal Development by Leadership Excellence Magazine. She will give us insight into the power of personal presence. How we can use that presence for success. Dianna will address how one looks, talks, thinks and acts are key drivers to personal success.
Our Second guest is Sherrin Ingram Ross, a power strategist. Her insights and ability to quickly identify superficial reasoning and unchallenged assumptions combined with twenty years of legal and strategic planning experience enables her to develop strategies that achieve powerful results. Sherrin will address what is missing for most people and why people do not get the results that they want. She will also address why entrepreneurs and business professionals need a strategic plan.
Shark Tank star Barbara Corcoran is the special featured guest on the next edition of Todays Inspiring Women hosted by Deanne DeMarco.
Barbara Corcoran’s credentials include straight D’s in high school and college and twenty jobs by the time she turned twenty-three. It was her next job that would make her one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the country when she took a $1,000 loan to start The Corcoran Group. She parlayed the loan into a multi-billion-dollar business, the biggest real estate empire in New York.
In the second half Deanne takes the mic and talks about coaching. What is it? What are the benefits? What is the difference between coaching, mentoring, training and counseling? How do you know if you need a coach? And the two-minute business coaching challenge, and the two-minute personal coaching challenge. As a top rated speaker and business coach, Deanne has helped hundreds of business executives and entrepreneurs break through personal and career roadblocks.
Deanne continues her ground-breaking radio series with two high-powered guests, the female CEO of a multi million dollar trucking company and a woman who literally wrote the book on procrastination. Rags to riches CEO Carolyn Gable and Rita Emmett, the Worlds Greatest Procrastinator, are this weeks special guests.
Carolyn Gable is President and CEO of New Age Transportation, Distribution & Warehousing Inc. It’s a $30 million a year enterprise in Illinois. It’s a far cry from her first long term job, working as a waitress for more than a decade.
Second guest, Rita Emmett, is a author who describes herself as a recovering procrastinator. Her first book, The Procrastinators Handbook sold over 100,000 copies in its first year and has been published in 32 countries. Katie Couric is among the 300 plus interviewers who have questioned Rita about her successful strategies and how she changed from being the self-declared World’s Greatest Procrastinator.
A female army colonel who once stared down Saddam Hussein and the psychologist behind the Resilient Woman are next weeks guests.
Retired Colonel Jill Morgenthaler, Bronze Star and Legion of Merit recipient, is a woman of many firsts. The first women to enter ROTC and train equal with men. The first woman battalion commander in the 88th Regional Support Command. The first woman brigade commander in the 84th Division, and the first woman Homeland Security Advisor for Illinois. She handled disaster recovery during the San Francisco earthquake, was a peacekeeper in Bosnia, and helped Kosovar refugees
Dr. O’Gorman was one of the first researchers in children of alcoholics in the 1970’s and created the Department of Prevention and Education for the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence. She went on to direct the Division of Prevention for the National Institute for Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. She is a co-founder of the National Association for Children of Alcoholics.
Two women who switched careers to follow their passions, and became successful all over again.These high-flying business executives are Linda Byars Swindling and C.G. Funk.
C.G. Funk was a highly successful sales and marketing executive before following her passion and becoming a massage therapist. Today, C. G. is the Vice President of Industry Relations and Product Development for Massage Envy Franchising, the pioneer and national leader of affordable massage and spa services.
Linda Swindling, JD, CSP, also made a major career switch. In her case she went from the courtroom to the boardroom. Formerly an attorney and partner by the age of 30 at a major law firm, she became an author and entrepreneurial workplace negotiator.
Linda, whose latest book “Stop Complainers and Energy Drainers; How To Negotiate Work Drama To Get More Done,” was published by Wiley, is now an accomplished keynote speaker, executive coach, and strategic consultant.
One woman has turned a lifetime of near-death experiences into an amazingly positive outlook on life. Another has spent her life as a passionate multicultural counselor, social justice advocate and promoter of women’s leadership.
Kelly Standings life is extraordinary when she reveals, How Her Brushes with Death Taught Her How To Live. Kelly, was hanged from a tree by a childhood bully. Hit by a car. Struck by lightning. Died on the operating table, and on top of all that, four of her co-workers were brutally murdered.
Dr. Patricia Arredondo is President of The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. She joined the school in February after senior administrative roles with the University of Wisconsin and Arizona State University. Formerly, she created and led a Boston based organizational consulting company for 14 years. Author of more than 100 articles, she has an extensive scholarship record with a focus on multicultural counseling and women’s leadership.
First will be business entrepreneur Vonda White, who will share her remarkable life story from her days as a food stamp child. The second guest is an equally as motivating role model for women and mother of five, Karen Moulder, who was the first female firefighter in Brownsville, Texas.
Vondas life today is a far cry from her childhood, raised by a divorced mom who had to accept welfare and food stamps. Young Vonda contributed to the family by collecting empty soda cans. As a teenager she won a beauty pageant and college tuition which began a new life. Her new career in insurance sales led into the launch of her own million dollar business.
Karen Moulder entered a man’s world when few women did so. A lifetime of breaking personal and professional barriers was epitomized by her getting hired as the first female member of the Brownsville, Texas Fire Department. She says that her tomboyish nature and single mother status led her to this fascinating and dangerous career.
Deanne DeMarco’s guests are two inspiring women from the worlds of wine and finance.
Jennifer Simonetti Bryan is the fourth woman and among only 30 people in the U.S. to attain the distinguished title Master of Wine, the highest global achievement in the wine industry. Deanne will be exploring Jennifers path to success in this male dominated field, discovering how she managed to switch careers, walk away from a 6 figure salary and what lessons can be learned for other women.
Stephanie Skaggs is a financing specialist. She specializes in small business financing, and has helped more than 150 business owners and entrepreneurs obtain financing. Her expertise includes all things financial, both personal and commercial.
Deanne will particularly want to know if there are financing opportunities and strategies tailored for women entrepreneurs. She will be asking Stephanie for her insights into starting and bankrolling a business; and what you need to know to avoid the pitfalls.
Deanne takes the microphone herself to discuss the all-important issue of communications for building successful relationships not only in your business life with clients, colleagues and employees, but also in your personal life. Although there are many different personality types, communication style boils down to four major behavioral approaches. These were first identified two thousand years ago by Hippocrates and popularized in the modern age by Harvard-trained psychologist Dr. William Marston. Deanne will be addressing how to fine tune your communication to address key workplace issues, such as conflict, sales, retention, coaching and managing. Learn how to deal with the compulsive talker, the steamroller, the yes person, and the nick picky analyzer. She'll help you communicate better and reach each of these difficult communication personalities.
Michelle Van Slyke, Vice President, Marketing UPS Stores, is a results-oriented marketer with a history of transforming brands and marketing teams into top performers in the highly competitive retail environment. She has held the Vice President of Marketing at Jaguar, and Mercedes- Benz. She was recently recognized on the 2012 ExecRank's list of Top 500 CMOs. Michelle will provide insight on the keys to success in the ever evolving world of retail marketing as well as share her own story of her path to success. Next, Jennifer Kahnweiler PhD and author of The Introverts Guide to Making a Difference and Quiet Influence. She will talk about introverted women in leadership roles, what she calls “quiet influence.” She will show how introverts can harness their innate tendencies to make a real difference and why now is the time for women to practice this form of leadership.
Our first guest, Dr. Caroline Le Poole just discovered the possible cure for Vitiligo, a skin disease that affects over 65 million people. The medical community and national media praise her findings. This celebrity scientist will give you the inside scoop to finding success in the scientific community. Caroline was the first woman to graduate with a PhD from the University of Amsterdam in Dermatology. She gives insight to on to how balance the demands of a science career and motherhood. Dr Le Poole has authored over 50 book chapters, and was recently featured in the Chicago Tribune for her ground breaking work.
Second guest, Maribeth Kuzmeski, is CEO of Red Zone Marketing. She has consulted with top Fortune 500 corporations on strategic marketing and business growth. Maribeth has written 7 books and has appeared on NBC, ABC, CBS, and WGN-TV. Maribeth take the mystery out of marketing by sharing best practices of marketing as well as the biggest marketing mistakes for corporations and entrepreneurs.
Deanne will talk with Pam McElvane, CEO and publisher of Diversity MBA Magazine. Pam will challenge you to be authentic and be strategic in what you want in life. She gives some great examples of how she did just that. She will explain how she used a volunteer strategy that helped her with leadership, a trend watching strategy that lead to her success. She will also discuss how to effectively use social media as a success strategy.
Deanne will wrap up the hour giving insight around leadership. She will address best practices for leaders in creating vision, building alignment around that vision and championing execution of the vision. She will focus on understanding how your tendencies influence your effectiveness in specific leadership situations. The goal is to help you develop preferred behaviors that are based on best practices.
Sabrina Isherwood is a senior level Global Marketing/Sales Executive. Her 25-year career includes marketing for Kraft, Welch, and Wm. Wrigley Jr. Isherwood is currently Chief Marketing Officer, for Chiro One Wellness Centers. This strong female leader directs organizations through true transformation. Isherwood inspires and empowers greatness from all her employees, especially aspiring women in the marketing world. Sabrina will tell us how to build a strong personal brand.
Lillian Bjorseth has worked and played politics in corporate corner offices and trenches and maneuvered the entrepreneurial battlefield. She knows what it takes professionally to be a winner and how to build relationships that last. She is synonymous with face-to-face networking. The Chicago Tribune dubs her a networking expert. Lillian will share strategies on how to effectively communicate our brand so others understand.
Our first guest is Christine J. Quinn, Ph.D., provost of National-Louis University. She is an energetic education executive with more than 20 years of leadership experience in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. She believes in engaging and empowering people so they can unleash their true potential, learn, grow, and see opportunity. Whether you seek to motivate individuals or an entire organization, Christine has experience in making visions reality. The message she has for women is to be authentic and you'll find success. Dr. Quinn will challenge you to leverage your authentic self to maximize your leadership potential. She will share her success story, including the obstacles that she overcame to be a leader. When life takes a dramatic turn, what is the healthiest way to respond? At age 29, Renee Bondi was engaged to be married, had a beautiful singing voice, a thriving career as a vocalist and a music teacher. One night a bizarre accident shattered her spine and left her quadriplegic. Her life changed forever. Renee lost not only all use of her hands and legs, but also her singing voice - she could barely speak above a whisper. Although there were many dark days, Renee continued to persevere. Renee will share the valuable tools that helped her heart and mind remain intact when faced with the reality of living the rest of her life as a quadriplegic, permanently confined to a wheelchair. Against all odds, Renee’s voice was miraculously restored. Renee harnessed her talents to inspire and give hope to others. Today, she is one of the top- selling independent Contemporary Christian Artists. Renee has augmented her gifts to include a dynamic speaking ability that grabs her audiences. Whether performing a powerful concert or sharing her profound and victorious story that includes paralysis and a life confined to a wheelchair, those who hear Renee are uplifted and mesmerized by her angelic voice, music and messages.
Learn why small talk is important and how you can use it to your advantage. Debra Fine is an internationally recognized keynote speaker, trainer, communication expert, and bestselling author. Her Denver based company, The Fine Art of Small Talk, teaches all variety of C-Level managers and stake holders, along with the spouse who is dragged along to banquets and meetings, conversation skills for use at business networking events, conventions and meetings, trade shows, as well as when interacting with clients, customers and patients. Next, Deanne DeMarco will talk about what managers need to know in managing the changing workforce. The dynamic of four generations employed at the same time creates new challenges for today's managers. Learn the traits of each, how to connect, and the specific leadership needs of each generation. You'll learn how to improve retention, and create an environment that will inspire all your employees to give you their best every day.