Lightning Strikes Podcast with Linda McCabe: Recent Episodes
Linda McCabe
Welcome to Lightning Strikes, practical wisdom for everyday success, interviews with magnificent minds, where listeners are struck by awesome ideas to help inspire change in their business and lives. Your host, Linda McCabe, Award Winning Business Leader, Coach, Celebrated Author, and Renowned Speaker, will use her years of experience and thought provoking questions to guide guests to highlight their proven strategies and remarkable revelations that have led to their success. As our guests share these experiences, you will find that you can relate and become pleasantly engaged in these insightful discussions. It's as if that moment comes like a lightning strike, and you understand exactly what you need to do in order to move forward, achieve success, and fulfill your dreams!
Meet this powerful, self-starter, Jessica Yarbrough, who helps you
scale your coaching or consulting business to a high 6 or 7 figures. She has a
reputation of being one of the best business strategist and marketing and sales
consultant for entrepreneurs who want to sell high value product and services.
Find out the number the one obstacle businesses have starting out, pitfalls of
hiring people, how to scale a business, and various methodologies and systems.
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Meet our well-accredited Podcast guest who started and owns several businesses. He began as an accountant and then developed a company that sells to thousands, an extremely practical and successful accounting system. Then, through twists and turns, he created a coffee company. Listen to hear why he now focuses on coaching and speaking.
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Listen to the charming adventures of our next podcast guest, who is a young, determined, enthusiastic and experienced founder and owner of Exclusive+PR. Samantha Frontera is a media and marketing expert who shares her journey and lessons learned.
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Dorothy A. Martin-Neville, Ph.D., Founder of Five Companies, best-selling author of five books, Executive Leadership Coach – you will want to hear this phenomenal expert. Psycho-therapist, founder of the Institute of Healing Arts and Sciences, speaker to audiences of 1500+ or 10+ groups as well as Past President of the National Speakers Association. Listen carefully as she gives you nuggets to help with business and life.
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Listen to this magical, practical, and talented portrait and branding specialist, this “heart surgeon with a camera,” and you will be informed, educated, and quite charmed. You will be taken on a journey, from childhood to learning why the name “Spider,” to assorted jobs, to Harpo Studios, through illness to beauty and business success.
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Tim Padgett, a successful marketing guy, business leader, and creative who puts his passion into ideas and companies. We explore his next adventure; a clever, fun idea for sharing his passion. Hear how his interesting mind developed this new concept and company, and how you can be a part of it.
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From a humble beginning as a school teacher, Jeanie Martin became passionate about provoking women to become better than they ever believed they could be. She is an international speaker, mentor, motivator and trainer. Hear how she became an important influencer.
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If you want to hear from an expert with first degree credentials in sales, marketing, speaking, and publishing, you don't want to miss this episode of Lightning Strikes. Orvel Ray Wilson is an award-winning international keynote speaker, sales trainer, and coach. Orvel Ray is the co-author of 6 books in the legendary Guerilla Marketing series. He trains and motivates companies all over the world how to build sales and increase profits.
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All my guests agreed that my recent birthday party was fabulous! I owe that in part to Jerry Carlson, President of That Special Event. I was wowed by how perfect, caring, and pro-active his staff was. Listen to this straightforward man, who just simply loves his clients and staff. He knows how to run a successful company and has some great tips about growing word of mouth and growing your company!
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It is clear that Eric Larson followed his passions, worked hard and excelled at what he loved. He is the cofounder of four private equity firms, and is devoted to food, agronomy and environmental health. For the past two decades, he has focused on investments and effective governance in healthcare and life science companies. I loved this podcast and know you will too.
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Whether she knew at the age of five she wanted to dance or discovered her passion along different routes; Mollee Johnson became a sought-after interior designer, coach and successful business owner of Style 1519. Listen to hear (because people always ask) what that means. Don’t miss this wonderful podcast which is chock-full of great business advice.
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You have the power to live a rich life of wealth, health, freedom and happiness. Listen to Ethan King, Entrepreneur, Author, Business Leader, Keynote Speaker, and Influencer. It’s fun to look into what it takes to be successful in 7 main areas of your life. He truly wants to help you have it all!
Sherry Winn specializes in developing leaders who inspire their teams to work at championship levels and creates engaging team cultures that foster unparalleled loyalty. From an Olympic Athlete to winning coach, Sherry has had a fascinating journey. Listen to her enthralling story as she learns impactful ideas about people that will help you run your business and live life better.
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Mike LaVista is the CEO of Caxy, a company dedicated to delivering custom technology to businesses across the country. Mike seems to thrive on ideas. If you like interesting outlooks and valuable business advice, listen to this podcast.
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Dr. Elizabeth Bolen had a challenging childhood and as a result she
was looking for a solution to a problem. She found it through NLP (Neuro-
Linguistic Programming), Hypnotic Acupressure, Hypno-therapy, and more. And,
she can guarantee your results in writing. Listen to this very interesting podcast
episode with our guest, a Doctor who may help you get the life you want, as well
as improve your physical and financial health.
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There are a lot of smart people on the Lightning Strikes Podcast and
John Lanier, CEO of Middle Markets Management, is one of the smartest! That is
likely one’s first impression. Then, the second impression is that he is interesting,
funny, and loves being a gardener and a writer. Perhaps, as you hear more of the
interview, easily another impression you get, is that he is a softy – because of how much he loves his family and his dogs.
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Leslee Cohen’s firm, All Rise Legal Counsel, gives her the opportunity
to practice her way, to seek new challenges and to give as much as possible as she
loves to do. She concentrates her transactional practice in securities and startup
law, corporate finance, and technology law.
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This is a woman leader, entrepreneur, talented author and business
coach who has partnered with hundreds of CEOs and top-level managers to
reenergize their businesses, revive stagnant sales and develop actionable plans
designed to outperform previous income projections.
Connect with Ivy
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She wants to help and learn about others, give ideas to other people,
host events and give presentations. Although Anna Maria Viti-Welch is President
of The VITI Companies and has been in the insurance industry for over 30 years,
she is humble and busy contributing to many organizations. You’ll love hearing
about her journey.
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A Master of Science, Commissioned Officer Navy Nurse who has a Pediatric Certificate, a Hospital Risk Manager, an Attorney, the creator of the Troop of Storytellers called the Werx, a nationally known Litigation Consultant, and a Podcaster with over 800 episodes, 125,000 plays with a global audience. Did you think this is about several people? Listen to hear my guest, Diane Wyzga on
this very interesting episode.
You don’t want to miss this episode with guest Courtney Wright! It is jam-packed with her secret sauce, solid business nuggets, and fabulous entrepreneurial ideas. She is CEO and Owner at Gemini Builds It! and Showcase Acrylics, as well as host of the Lady Boss Podcast.Connect with Courtney
Dorothy Rosen and her partner are the business owners of Women Belong, a new concept of networking for women business owners. She says, “I was a good girl,” remembering her life before her father’s death. However, she realized that instead of seeking her approval from her father, she learned to get the approval from herself. Expanding into several cities and one other country, Women Belong is helping materialize her dream of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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Mark Repkin is extremely likable, very knowledgeable in the fields of coaching and selling, and is remarkably helpful for anyone who wants to learn more about selling, produce higher revenue, or is an entrepreneur or sales manager. He’s kind of like the Mark Twain of selling and coaching. Don’t miss this highly interesting conversation filled with expertise, bon mots, and humor.
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“Gruber” as he prefers to be known, or John Gruber, is a Stage Manager, Production Team Leader, World Traveler, Artist and more. He tells us about working with Cirque De Soleil, Shakespeare productions, the Goodman Theater, a world premiere in Wuxi, China, his beloved Caberet ZaZou and more. He also is a professional mentor, and deals with labor transitions, branding, investing and other business issues. This is a wonderful and interesting interview – don’t miss it!
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Jeremy Kanne is a Fractional CMO and marketing expert who helps B2B professional services companies and owner of his own business, Smart Yeti. He is a man who loves solving problems and someone who explores many hobbies, among which are trivia, photography, and carpentry. Listen to Jeremy’s interesting interview and hear the zest and love he has for examining all sides of a problem in search of a solution.
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At the beginning of this interview, I told my audience they were in for a treat and a treat is what they got! I went longer with Annette Simmons’ interview than I believe I have with any other; it was so interesting! And, not only that; I learned a lot. She is a Public Speaker, Trainer, and Author of several books. Listen to get insights and lessons into human behavior, and how that human behavior can alter human understanding and behavior in work and other environments. Listen to hearAnnette Simmons' sense of humor and how she presents solutions with delightful exuberance!
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“I have a mission,” says Lindsay McDonell, a renowned speaker, sought-after cancer coach, and celebrated author. After a successful 24-year career as the owner of a nationally recognized interior design firm, she was diagnosed with cancer, confined to a wheelchair, and told she only had 3 months to live. Lindsay courageously changed the course of her future and has gone on to dance through 8 years of cancer.
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David wants to help your company find the answers to becoming a
better, more profitable company so that everyone involved can “share in the riches we help create.” He is a Managing Partner at Burnham Capital Partners and you can hear the passion he has for helping people. Listening to him, you get a good sense that he wants to be a good citizen of the world, a helper, and a teacher. He is a man of many talents and it’s fun to hear what they are.
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Amy Wilhelmi comes from a long lineage of educated women. She does many things, she’s working on her next dream, and she is quite accomplished. If you look at the services provided, you’ll find quite a lot of them, and on this very interesting Podcast, she shares the beginning of her career, her challenges, what’s next for her, and how she helps other people.
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Kevin Piket is a Business Development Executive with Ascend Technologies who says, “I think about other people versus how I can help myself.” It was wonderful to have Kevin back for the second time on Lightning Strikes Podcast. You don’t want to miss the topics that he highlights, which are very important for leaders, professionals, and workers today, for the next generation, and for our culture at an important time in history.
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Gail Lowney Alofsin, Inspirational & Educational Speaker (Keynotes and Workshops), Author, University Professor, Humanitarian, Sales & Marketing Executive, and Career Coach …she gives the energizer bunny competition. Listen to this inspirational story as Gail begins by telling us that she loved people from the very beginning, she loves and practices giving service, and probably is so successful because she stresses “believing in yourself to the core.” An active volunteer since the age of 7, Gail serves on several non-profit boards focused on hunger, education, healthcare, and business. Listen to Gail and you’ll be ready to take on the world!
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Emily Lonigro is the President and founder of LimeRed, a design agency in Chicago that builds brave brands. She is a mom, activist, entrepreneur, and activator, with a passion for home renovation and construction projects. She is also the owner of a relatively new business, Even Made. She said, “I need control of my schedule and to have a life” as well as “I have to do work that I believe in, that I know has a community, social, personal … some kind of benefit.” I believe that whether you agree with everything Emily says or not, you will get a true representation of who she is, as well as interesting and relevant ideas and outlooks.
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Kim-Adele Randall, renowned master coach, international bestselling author, inspirational keynote speaker, and face whisperer. She couples 25 years in the corporate world, with lessons garnered throughout her journey to help others achieve sustainable transformation for professional and personal success. We learn of her background and how that unwinds to teach us about kindness, authenticity, and listening. Learn about her wonderful 5-step system to reframe conversations, why the word “yet” is so important, and how to become the best versions of ourselves.
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Joey Vitale, owner of Indie Law and The Business Growth Advantage,
wants to help and serve you. That is clear! However, he has valuable information
about how to work as little as you want, an hour a week if you like and still be a
great business leader or CEO. Listen to learn about Joey’s golden nugget, his
secret weapon and the three things that will help business owners the most.
Catherine Johns, an expert on speaking, presentations for your group or audience, performance, better conversations and more. So much fun listening to an amazing voice and so many pearls of wisdom when it comes to confidence and skills to shine when you are presenting!
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Tim Van Mieghem, Partner at The ProAction Group, thinks a lot of things are fun and seems to be almost the definition of “passionate” when it comes to his co-workers, his clients, and his work. And, with his experience of 30 years doing this work for Equity Partners and with companies, he has so much great knowledge and is happy to share it. If you listen to any podcast this week, make sure it’s Tim’s!
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Diane Lidstone, of G.R.O.W. Your Biz, has some good turns of phrase and
even better names for things such as “Magic Rule of One,” “bottleneck of their
business,” “employee mindset” for an owner, and more. Listen to this Podcast to
learn how to start 2 businesses and a Podcast, and be successful. If you want to
grow your business, listen to Diane’s podcast!
Andrew Dupy has done a little of everything in preparation as Chief Relationship Officer of Leader Press. Drawing from his time in education, he learned that focusing on people and helping them is a large satisfaction for him. From there, he worked in sales, became very skilled in this field, and developed relationships that he values very highly. If you want to be a highly-paid author, or write and publish your first or fifth book - Andrew will get that done for you.
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Mary Nisi, Owner of Toast and Jam, Inc., Podcast Creator and Host of “All Up in My Lady Business” is complicated, yet easy to get. She says, “she’s almost like a mind reader, she’s able to anticipate people’s needs, and she’s a great idea person.” She is all those things and more. Listen to this Podcast to learn how to start two businesses and a Podcast, and be successful.
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Cynthia Changyit Levin’s book is From Changing Diapers to Changing the World: Why Moms Make Great Advocates, and How to Get Started. She tells us that “when we feel something shifting and we don’t know what’s happening, it is a moment when there is an opportunity for a great transformation.” For her, it was the opportunity to increase good in the world!
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Stephanie Emrich and Thomas Farley are my guests on this wonderful Lightning Strikes episode. I’ve never before invited two people, at the same time, to be on Lightning Strikes. During our discussion, I became excited listening to them as they both have an awesome vocabulary and enchanting way of expressing themselves. You don’t want to miss their delightful story about when they met and became such good friends. Listen to them talk about a “nascent, formative, and custom” idea they have to share their gifts and talents with you. However, a missing component is YOU! Stephanie says, “the customer bespoke customizing.” Together with your ideas and talents, Thomas’s knowledge and experience of etiquette and communication skills, and Stephanie’s professionalism, hospitality experience and concierge service - you will have a super and winning combination!
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Desireé Dent, in addition to being accomplished and fun, is a Wedding & Social Event Planner, a Corporate Events Planner, Wedding & Event Planning Certification Instructor, Industry Speaker and WeddingPro Educator. It makes one tired thinking of all the many things she does in her field. In her podcast, she shares what happened during the Covid years, and how switching to event planning helped her bring her business back to the success that it is today. Find out the five lessons she learned that we all need to have a successful business. Also hear about her favorite events and her enthusiasm for what she does.
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To say that Ellen is the author of the Amazon Best Seller, The Civility Project: How to Build a Culture of Reverence to Improve Wellness, Productivity, and Profit … To say that Ellen Burton is an international lecturer on business issues which include workplace culture, diversity, equity and inclusion and inclusive leadership … To say the Ellen is in her 27th year as an Executive Coach and Consultant and has had clients such as the City of New York, John Hancock, and the University of Chicago…doesn’t capture her intelligence, her charm, her humor or her intense passion for helping people be okay, set their boundaries, find their freedom, and more. Listen to Ellen’s interesting Podcast to hear about her background, her travels, her morning ritual, and what she would do with the United States Government.
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Andrea Herran, owner of Uncomplicating the People Side of Business, a Human Resource consulting firm, looks at her client’s business problems as speed bumps rather than roadblocks. She offers a lot of great advice in easy, simple terms, “How important listening is…,” “Create breaks in the day…,” “Rinse and Repeat…”and “Everything can be overcome.” For those of you, especially, who don’t think you love sales, listen to hear how surprised Andrea was to learn how she feels about sales now and why. Discover the one question she asks to find out who a person is, how they are going to grow their company and how they want to run their company. Listen to hear why curiosity is so valuable to business people.
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Thomas Farley- Mister Manners, delivers virtual and in-person keynotes and training programs for companies looking to navigate the new normal. In his role as a Keynote Speaker, Professionalism Trainer, Workshop Leader, Manners & Etiquette Expert and TV Commentator, he is helping America’s professionals master essential communication skills for success in the workplace. Thomas feels that his mission is moving the misperception of what etiquette really is. Listen to what he really believes it to be. Find out where his insatiable curiosity takes him. Also, hear him as he explains why connecting people, to him is a fantastic gift.
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Joe Martin- Joe is a business growth consultant and TEDx speaker whose powerful ideas have been featured on FOX news, WCIU, and WGN. He is passionate about his One Target Customer idea, helping clients understand product-to-market fit, conversion-rate optimization and the customer journey. He seems to be fascinated about human-to-human contact between customer and client. Hear how he structures his business for working on his business. Joe has done a lot toward reaching a level of success where he can both run a company and dote on family and friends. Listen to this podcast to hear his interesting ideas as well as a wonderful imagination and fun sense of humor. I really enjoyed my discussion with him!
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Kara is a jury trial lawyer for important and complex copyright, DMCA, technology, patent, trademark, and trade secret intellectual property and technology-based cases – and so much more! She is a mother of three, photography hobbyist, a mentor, a gardener, active in her church, the creator of an organization for I.T. women, and again, so much more! Hear what she has to say about Ruth Bader-Ginsberg, Time Poverty, a core within her, the Confidence Curve, how woman put up their own roadblocks, wonderful advise her father gave her, and still again, so much more!
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Sarah Victory – World-renown speaker, best-selling author, and beloved coach and consultant.
Sarah tells interesting stories about her journey. Listen as Sarah shares her experiences from a challenging childhood to beating odds in sales, from shyness or insecurity to invitations to speak to huge audiences all over the world and building a successful business with thousands of friends and connections.
Hear the three things that were influential in making her company successful.
Angie Noll is not only a thorough delight to listen to with her joy and enthusiasm, but a fantastic, wise small business owner sharing her ideas, insights, and concepts learned through hard work, books, and her natural intelligence.
She’s willing to learn from others and it shows in her success. She’s a mom of three teenagers, a wife, and small business owner or as she refers to her business – another child. Hear her discuss “Clock-work,” Your business “Sweet Spot,” “Fail Forward,” “Two big sins of business owners,” “Say what you do and do what you say,” and more!
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Neeti Dewan –Hear her talk about how to be supportive of women, the excellence of forming tribes, the importance of an Act of Kindness, and the value of gaining clarity. A community leader, Neeti Dewan has served on the Board at Harvard University, Kennedy School (WLB), and has served on the Board of the National Association of Women Business Owners as CFO. A world-renowned efficiency, productivity, and work-life balance expert, who has worked for over two decades inside some of the nation’s top corporations, Neeti is widely
regarded as a top performer in a highly demanding profession.
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Megan Lopp Mathias is a hard-working single mom, active community leader, the Founding Partner of Lopp Mathias Law, and now hopeful candidate for (first!) Alderwoman of the 45th Ward of Chicago. When you listen to Megan, who is tough but empathic, you know this dynamic attorney, business woman, and busy candidate gives of herself in many ways. She shares her thoughts with us about working hard to go after your goals, staying motivated and having an impact.
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Marie Hale has revolutionized business marketing and sales with her agency @revenue, in her private consulting practice Lipstic Logic and in speaking arenas for over 20 years. Now she and her team have their sights set on their next revolution; replacing the broken systems and culture of inequity that caused the feminine recession. Find out what “fail” really means, 3 Mistakes that ruin a sale and why you don’t need a Marie on your shoulder.
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David Baron has been a top trial lawyer for over 37 years, and has been a judge pro temp for the local courts. He currently is engaged in all kinds of business endeavors and is a self-described deal junky. Currently, Dave is active in a number of charitable endeavors including Cielo Vista Charter School, whose testing results always rank at the very highest levels in California. You must hear what Dave wants to be remembered by! Dave says he always feels positive and wakes up every day feeling it is a new adventure and always tries to brighten the day with others with whom he interacts.
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Nicole Martin is Chief Empowerment Officer and Founder of HRBoost, LLC, a HR Shared Services consulting firm, and an author, speaker, and sought- after expert who has been featured in newspapers and magazines throughout the country.
A self-starter with a positive attitude and gumption, she shares with us what we want to have as our epitaph and advises us to find something that makes us feel alive. Hear Nicole talk about bringing joy and passion through one’s work.
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David Panitch is the founding member of Results Technology
Group. They focus on helping organizations in three specific verticals; manufacturing, distribution, and membership associations. David helps people change and build their businesses to become more efficient and profitable. From expectations for David to go into the family business and
the realization that the business was not something that he was excited about waking up to every day, to a vacation and a book … This is a must listen for some highly valuable perspectives about success and people.
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http://www.rtg-inc.com/
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Lisa Kaplin of Lisa Kaplin, LLC is a psychologist, professional speaker, and experienced executive & life coach who helps clients identify exactly what is holding them back. She was recently named one of the top 20 executive coaches in Chicago by InfluenceDigest.com.
Discover how a typing teacher helped change Lisa’s life, her life motto, and how we can deal with being vulnerable. Also, hear Lisa’s thoughts about how we can cope with the chaos of our country’s current challenges.
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https://lisakaplin.com/
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Edie Comminos, Founder and President of Alpha Metals
Corporation, a $10M woman-owned non-ferrous commodities corporation,
became a success in a male dominated, very challenging industry. She is the
winner of coveted awards and a leader for business women in Chicago.
Listening to this interesting interview, you will hear why Edie always
wanted to check her ego, why she is firmly booted in reality, and what is
her perfect day.
Learn More About Edie Here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ediecomminos/
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NeuroPerformanceologist, Scott Schmaren is an internationally known hypnotist, speaker, coach and author. As you listen, you will be inspired to make changes in your life you’ve been wanting for so long to accomplish. You will hear novel ideas to help change pictures in your mind that may be holding you back. Scott is also the creator of, “The Quatric Formula for Success”, which is the life transformation program he created to literally transform every area of his life, including helping him lose and keep off almost 200 pounds.
Learn more about Scott here:www.ScottSchmaren.com
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Kevin Piket of Ascend Technologies – There are two things Kevin really enjoys in his professional life; He enjoys everything about the sales and marketing profession and he really likes helping people. There are so many beneficial life, leadership and sales tidbits we hear from Kevin that can serve as a roadmap for improvement and self-guidance.
You will learn …
The valuable lessons learned from family
How your attitude about sales can affect every aspect of your life
Kevin’s top 3 most important pointers for more success in sales
What 3-letter essential attribute, if missing, can prohibit your success in life and sales
Learn more about Ascend Technologies:https://teamascend.com/
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Fred Stephenson – Insightful Deal Maker, Intermediary, Banker, Entrepreneur, and Merchant/Trader. Fred understands how to drive value and successfully transition business.
You will learn …
What will happen to you if you do don’t do a certain something in your business
That if you don’t take a particular action why you are probably doomed
What is a sin against man and nature
Why he loves standing up to bullies!
Learn more about North Coast Capital Advisors Ltd. here:https://www.northcoastadvsrs.com/
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Gail Zelitzky - Owner of a few multimillion-dollar businesses, Business Coach, and Podcast Host - Gail has helped hundreds of women learn how to deal with professional as well as personal issues, helped them grow their businesses and served as a leader and mentor throughout her life. She helps her clients make tiny little tweaks to shift their perspectives and make the changes to better their lives. Hear about her early businesses, great advice to new female business owners and well-earned lessons she shares with listeners.
Learn more about Gail here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gailzelitzky/
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Phil Gafka- a Renowned Leadership Speaker, Executive Coach, and Business Consultant. Phil went from sales to leading a company and doubled his own company in five years. He helps business owners develop the foundational elements that need to be in place for a well-rounded, successful organization. Listen to the important "11 seconds with Fred" and the valuable advice he got from his mother.
Learn More About Phil & L.E.A.P:https://www.linkedin.com/in/philgafka/
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Jacqueline Camacho-Ruiz - CEO of JJR Marketing, a Publicity and Marketing Company and Fig Factor Media, a publishing company, author, speaker, and pilot - experienced a life-threatening illness at a young age. With her positive attitude, decision to never give up, and her drive to be successful and help other people, Jacqueline has achieved unbelievable abundance for herself and her family as well as success for others. She is amazing, and you will hear in this interesting Podcast, how that word played an important part in her authentic life.
Learn more about JJR Marketing:
https://jjrmarketing.com/
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David Nemeroff of Nemeroff Law Offices experienced a life-changing event that spearheaded a wonderful life career helping people financially recover from sad and unfortunate situations. His honors, acknowledgements and recognitions in his legal practice reveal David’s talent, devotion and love for helping people.
Learn more about Nemeroff Law Offices, LTD.
https://www.chicagoinjurylawyer.pro/
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Dr. Cathy Subber is the Owner of Advanced Health of Naperville, Founder of The Branch Moms Community and The Host of The Socket Podcast. Among many interesting and valuable words of wisdom, Dr. Cathy, as she is commonly known in her community, believes in the benefits of involvement in your community and having a heart of service. She also suggests that looking inward and finding the right emotional tools are important to gain perspective for our own well-being.
Learn more about Dr. Cathy Here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-cathy-subber-9a789b8/
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Anna Weselak is a Mother, Grandmother, Business Owner, Leader, Chronic Teacher, and Habitual Volunteer. Learn how behavior styles affect your organization, how important it is to observe, how to be a better leader, and an exercise to better explain what you do and what your business is about.
Learn More About Anna Here:
http://www.weselak.com/
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Stephanie (Leese) Emrich: Founder and CEO of ServiceSpeaks Solutions,
the daughter of a football coach, a total team player, a successful business owner
and national instructor. Learn in what ways compartmentalization, being nimble,
connection and applying the right energy play an important part of her life.
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Bill Himmelstein moved to Chicago … find out how that decision related to his family and now why he can’t leave Chicago! Discover the values, strategies and work ethic that has led to his success in work and life. Hear about what his mother tells him is the biggest mistake he will ever make and the best thing he ever did! Learn what Bill realized are the most successful actions you can take with introductions and the people you meet that will help you build rewarding and prosperous relationships.
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Learn from this real estate expert how, at this time, Covid-19’s influence has affected and will influence the upcoming Chicago area’s real estate market. Discover how Erica Minchella's insecure childhood led her on a path to a remarkably successful career, how she dealt with adversity and how it affected her life. Hear a trick Erica gives to Lightning Strikes listeners that helps clients feel empowered and three powerful components that lead to success.
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Hear how Rosemary Swierk’s connection to her family and being inspired lead to an emboldened journey to personal and business success. Discover a great lesson that Rosemary learned while giving her elevator pitch. With a strong love for athletic activity to volunteering her time to help other small business owners, Rosemary recognizes the value of friendship, mentoring and being a resource for others.
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What happened that made Anthony Navarro say that he hasn’t “shut-up” since? What valuable lesson did he learn about himself and others, as early as high school, that has served him ever since on his path to starting Liven It Up Events and beyond? Find out what role Anthony’s grandmother played in his business success. Learn how he bounces back from two devastating challenges and comes to start his own Podcast. Discover what he says is primary for successful client acquisition and exceeding expectations.
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Tim Padgett has a constant curiosity, a voracious interest in a lot of different things, what he self-describes as an over-abundance of enthusiasm, and a certain comfort taking risks. These interesting characteristics lead him to a path that has been one of learning, enjoyment, gratitude, fun and business knowledge. With story-telling and sharing of his life and business, Tim takes us on a journey from his childhood to starting and developing a successful company.
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**What was the relationship between Amy Riley being a salutatorian in high school and being a “teacher” for adults? Learn how to get comfortable setting pricing and bringing a consultative approach in the sales process. Find out what Amy learned not to do to avoid mistakes in forming partnerships. What lessons does Amy share with us about being a runner and an Iron Man competitor?
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What is Rod Crandall’s philosophy and how does it help make money? How can you move to a different emotional “neighborhood” to set yourself up for greater success? How do shared core values provide opportunity to more easily secure potential clients? Learn what is the best stuff on earth. Find out about Rod’s charitable action to help people during the Pandemic.
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Learn how a young Kris Keller with serious self-esteem issues discovered some important lessons about himself and others, and eventually lead him to become a successful business owner and leader. Switching to working for the largest real estate company, what did he learn about client acquisition? Find out how a purple bracelet changed his life and could help us make some meaningful changes as well.
Connect with Kris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kris-keller-ccim-b3a31a2/
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How did two headhunters help Chris Prestegaard? As he responds to some questions, he takes an introspective look at some pitfalls, some teaching moments, and what role mentors had in his life. Discover two competitive and important passions in his life and learn his tips for becoming a success.
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