Success in South Carolina: Recent Episodes
Jonathan Peeples
Welcome to the Success in South Carolina podcast! Where we will hear the untold stories of success from people in our community. These successful neighbors of ours will share their real-life philosophies and solutions for success to inspire us, educate us, and help us find peace, joy, and love, along with a purpose, a mission, and a vision for our lives.
In this episode, we get three great parts:
1) We get to hear the stories of two successful leaders at Milliken
2) We get to hear their secrets of success
3) We get to hear some of the great achievements in Milliken's past, present, and future.
Listen along as we hear more about his company that has shaped the Upstate of SC and two of it's great leaders who are taking the company to the next level to win awards such as:
2023 World’s Most Ethical Companies honoree (17-time honoree, every year since the award was first introduced)
2023 Forbes Best Midsize Employer (multiple years honored)
2023 Forbes Best Employer for Diversity (second year honored)
2023 Fortune Most Innovative Companies
One of the first 50 companies — and the first in SC — to receive approved net-zero targets by the U.N.-backed Science Based Targets initiative
Kasel's secrets: Don't give up. Focus on your Why. Learn from everything.
Ricaye's secrets: Treat people right. Remember that we are all on a team. Take care of yourself and love yourself.
Looking for a job with one of the best companies to work for in the US?
Text JOBS to MLKN4U (655648)
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Sean Strub shares his inspiring journey of personal setbacks and triumphs.
Sean's transformative experience at a business owners' retreat highlights the power of vulnerability and the significance of choosing the right associations.
By embracing vulnerability and choosing to open up about his problems, Sean found empathy and catharsis.
As a result, he was able to make some significant positive changes that are catapulting him into success in every area of his life.
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SeanMStrub
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If you have problems with addiction or abuse...
If are looking get out of your rut and move forward with your life...
Check out this episode of Success in SC.
Neil Campbell discusses how he gains victory over drug addiction and sexual abuse...
To become a successful business owner and loving family man.
Neil shares many of his keys to success that might be able to help you overcome.
If you are stuck...if you keep turning back to your addiction...
Listen to Neil's story and let it give you hope and guidance...
So you can move on to the life you are meant to live.
Find Neil Campbell at:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-campbell-14889a89/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neil.campbell.758
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Jimmy Sorrells was laid off from a Fortune 500 company years ago, so he decided to take that power into his own hands and he has never looked back.
Jimmy is a serial entrepreneur now.
Jimmy Sorrells is the Founder and Owner at Liberty Networking, owner at Upstate Merchant Advocates, owner at S&S Certifications, and admin of the largest Christian Metal group on Facebook.
...and he is THE expert when it comes to networking.
Listen to this latest episode of Success in SC to hear Jimmy's story and his advice on how to improve your networking skills.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmy-sorrells-207b78b6/
Alignable:
https://www.alignable.com/greenville-sc/upstate-merchant-advocates
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/jimmy.sorrells/
Upstate Merchant Advocates
www.upstatemerchantadvocates.com
Liberty Networking
https://www.libertynetworking.org/
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Listen in as Philip Sessions teaches us all how to become better speakers, communicators, and leaders.
Philip is the host of the Speaking Sessions podcast.
He is the author of “Mindset over Motivation”.
He is a keynote speaker and speaking coach.
He started a free community with hundreds of people who aspire to become better speakers and gain confidence in public speaking.
Philip discusses the importance of taking action NOW!!!
Connect with Philip on LinkedIn at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/philipsessions/
Check out his website at:
https://www.speakingsessions.com/
Speaking Sessions Podcast:
https://open.spotify.com/show/0kaimt1Kb90jBzoQHCRqlp?si=8b0ef950de1248e9
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Does your life or career seem like chaos at the moment?Then let me introduce you to Denise Beers Kiepper...the Chaos Sherpa.In the latest episode of Success in SC, Denise discusses how to embrace the Chaos in your career and in your life.And how to use the Chaos to your advantage.Denise tells us that Chaos is an opportunity......it is a message from the universe that can lead you to where you are supposed to be.-----------------Great quotes from the episode:"Chaos comes to us...because it is meant to shake us up. It's meant to show us that there is something else there that we are supposed to explore.""You have an obligation to walk through an open door and see what's on the other side, even if you don't think it's YOUR door."-----------------Connect with Denise on Linkedin at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisebeerskiepper/Check out her website at:https://dbkcoaching-coaching.wixsite.com/dbkcoaching
Ryan Alford comes from humble beginnings as the second child to middle-class parents living in the upstate of South Carolina.
He was taught the value of hard work and watched as both of his parents worked multiple jobs to provide a better life for him and his older sister.
He learned from their work ethic and he quickly understood that ultimately we control our own path and we have to create our own opportunities.
He went on to work in the Ad Agency business for 17 years living and working in Greenville, Chicago, LA, and a 5-year stop in New York City.
He worked on and help develop some of the most recognizable ad campaigns of the last 20 years for Verizon, Motorola, Lexus, The NFL, and many other global brands.
He has built and operated two very unique businesses that have grown into multi-million dollar performers all while investing heavily in his personal brand and building one of the top 25 marketing and business podcasts in the world - The Radcast.
In other words, Ryan is THE guru when it comes to marketing, podcasting, and personal branding.
Listen in on the latest episode of Success in SC as Ryan shares a wealth of information that could very well change the trajectory of your career and your life.
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https://ryanalford.com/
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Woobie is an author, speaker, entrepreneur...and a badass that conquered cancer and overcame abuse in many forms. She shares her story and her journey in this episode, as well as what she does NOW to help other people who are going through or have been through a similar journey. She talks about seeking purpose in every setback, in every challenge, in every hardship.
Great quote: "It's ok to have compassion for me."
Check out Woobie's books, podcast, speaking, and her CuddleMeLove pillows at:
www.cuddlemelove.com
www.happinessjungle.com
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Walker McKay is the Founder and Principal of the No BS Sales School and Podcast. He has trained over 200 sales teams, has coached businesses in nearly 100 different industries. He teaches teams how to establish a repeatable sales process, fix bad sales behaviors, disqualify bad deals quicker, and build a team of true sales professionals. He is the real deal sales trainer and coach and his no BS approach to sales is exactly what you need to get you to the next level.
He is also an "A+ Professional League Excuse Maker"...or at least he used to be
In today's episode, Walker tells his story of excuses...and how he is overcoming by taking responsibility and ownership instead of making excuses. Walker also helps give us a new perspective to overcome approval addiction.
Great quotes from this episode:
*Instead of saying 'I can't'...replace that with 'I haven't figured out how yet.'
*There is a difference between fault and responsibility. Fault means you caused it. Responsibility means you take ownership of it.
*If you give somebody else 50% of the blame, you will be blaming the wrong damn person for the rest of your life.
Follow Walker at: https://www.walkermckay.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/walkermckay/
Listen to the No BS Sales School Podcast at:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-bs-sales-school/id1448894635
https://open.spotify.com/show/5giOEGTMjWfdh3pw9t8zMx?si=YVsE_U17QUG9lhsjpWgo-g&nd=1
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This is Sally Love. Sally has become a wildly successful project manager for billion dollar projects and entrepreneur. She did this during an era when female-owned businesses had many obstacles to overcome. And she tells her story on the latest episode of Success in SC (link in comments and in profile). Sally uncovers managing the seasons of life, creating a culture of success, and removing the clutter from our physical, mental, and spiritual lives. Notable quotes from the podcast episode: "To be successful in life and in business, you have to have a fundamental belief in people." "Balance is not a 50/50 every day, every week, every month, but it is a balance of the seasons throughout the year." Connect with Sally Love at:https://www.sallyloveinspires.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallylove/ -------------------Follow Success in SC at: Website: https://successinsc.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/successinsc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/successinsc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/successinsc/ Please subscribe, like, give us a rating, and share with a friend.
Have you ever met a man who literally knows everybody?
If not...then meet Toby Stansell.
Toby may be one of the most interesting people in the world.
But when you meet him, he makes you feel like you are the most interesting person in the world.
And, I promise, after you meet him, he will remember you and the conversation you had for the rest of his life.
In addition to that, Toby has an incredible and unique super power...I'm not joking....and you will need to listen to his episode on the Success in SC podcast to find out what it is.
In this episode, we discuss self-limitations, scarcity vs abundance, and a system for priorities.
Favorite quote: "Quit trying to put into people something that's not there. But instead, figure out what God already put in them and pull it out."
Follow Toby at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/g-t-toby-stansell-b33a887/
Check out Cargo at: https://www.thecargoagency.com/
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This is Jon Vander Hoek. He recently moved from Colorado to the great state of South Carolina! Jon is a highly successful financial planner and Regional Vice President at Primerica. In this episode, Jon encourages us to do one unselfish thing every day...without an agenda. Want to lose the commission breath? Do you only do nice things for other people hoping it will benefit you? Then don't miss this episode. Jon explores freedom, time and money, relationships, legacy, accountability, association, and mentorship. This is a packed episode. So don't miss it!
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonvh
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Website: https://www.primerica.com/jon-vanderhoek
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In this episode, Bernie Anderson, the Director of Cross-Cultural Partnerships and Co-Host of the Growability Podcast, shares his story about starting over again...more than once.
Bernie drops some major Truth bombs about mentorship, getting enough sleep, embracing silence, and finding your purpose.
In the end, Bernie challenges us to discover our purpose...discover our "why"...so that we can live our lives on purpose, for a purpose.
To connect with Bernie and learn more about what he does, visit his website:
https://growability.com/coaching/
Jennifer Watkins, owner of A Boutique, author of "Maggie's Friend Otis", and co-host of "Jenny Winny and the Average Dude" brings the fire this episode. She tells her touching story about struggling after divorce and succeeding as a single mother.
Throughout this episode we discuss divorce, addiction, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (did I lock the back door?), and whether or not the earth is flat.
Jenny shares a secret to overcoming OCD...and really any compulsion, anxiety, or fear.
And you don't want to miss Jenny's secrets to success.
You can find A Boutique at:
https://www.facebook.com/aboutiquesc
https://www.instagram.com/aboutiquesc/
You can learn more about "Jenny Winny and the Average Dude" at:
https://jwatad.com/
And you can get your copy of "Maggie's Friend Otis" at:
https://maggieandfriend.com/
Pamela Evette, Lieutenant Governor of South Carolina and Founder of QBS, tells us that it is ok to fail.
In this episode, Pamela talks about what makes South Carolina so great! We also talk about BMW, technical colleges, the pandemic, and mechatronics.
Pamela's father taught her to work hard, do good, and aim higher, and she continues to pass along some great perspectives of a grandchild to immigrants from Poland.
Big thanks to David Evette for bringing Pamela to South Carolina! Both of you guys are making this the best state in the USA!
Also, huge thanks to Saluda Zemp for helping us with this process.
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Dr. Nika White is an author, speaker, and consultant on a mission to make the world a better place for everyone. In this episode, we talk about empathy, vulnerability, the ups and downs of life, intentionality, community, and mentorship.
You can find her at nikawhite.com
And you can find her book, Inclusion Uncomplicated, at every major book seller.
In this episode, Britt Vergnolle, CEO of BDV Solutions, talks about David Letterman, Serendipity, learning to drive stick shift, being a working mother, grit, freedom, immigration, and keeping "The American Dream" alive.
Check out Britt's companies at bdvsolutions.com and at argovisa.com
Are you fully thriving or merely surviving?
Have the last couple of years been a struggle for you?
Have you been feeling overworked? Overwhelmed? Tired?
Like your head is barely above water?
If so, you will want to listen to the latest episode of Success in SC (links in comments)
Jen Chacon, owner of Dare to Thrive, discusses the difference between thriving and surviving
And how we can thrive in our personal and professional lives no matter what the external circumstances are.
She gives us homework that takes only 10 minutes every day, but can make a huge impact in our lives.
So don't miss this simple, yet wildly effective tool to make your take you from surviving to thriving.
Brian Hand is the Assistant Commissioner for External Relations at Conference Carolinas.
Brian loves sports, he may be one of the most competitive people on this earth, and he always wants to win. But he also understands that we can learn a lot from our losses and they are part of "The Process".
This process is making you better, making you stronger, and the process never stops.
In this episode, Brian talks about how he married his passion (his "Why") with his drive (the "What" and "How") to keep pushing forward through the process.
Kathryn Davis struggled with an eating disorder for much of her childhood and early adult life. As a result of counseling, she gained victory and is now paying it forward by counseling and coaching other women going through their struggles and their challenges in life.
Kathryn challenges us to reflect on the story of our life. Have we been the villain in our story? Have we played the victim? Is this the role we want to play? Or do we want to be the hero of our story?
Listen as Kathryn shares her journey and then offers us a solution to make those bold changes to give our story a happy ending.
James Aiken is hugely successful recruiter and Associate Partner at Frederick Fox. He discusses how to embrace failure and bet on yourself. If you have ever fought with perfectionism, or if you land on the other far end of that spectrum where you simply run-and-gun with no thought, then James offers some great solutions to help you find success at the highest levels.
Christy Benitez, the c0-founder of Six South Consulting, shares her own story of losing her job and how it changed her perspective and changed her life...for the best.
Sean and Heidi Chapman, the headliners for Randomonium, give some "rocking" advice about persevering and giving joy. These local rock stars share the story of how their band came to be, and they also share advice that is applicable whether you are looking to strike it big in the music industry or in some other side-hustle...don't quit your day job!
GP McLeer is the youngest mayor in the history of Fountain Inn, SC. He was named "One of the 50 Most Influential People" AND "One of the Best and Brightest under 35" by Greenville Business Magazine.
In this episode, GP shares the value in learning to make anything interesting in order to broaden your perspective and gain new insights. He also discusses the success principle of "seeking to understand" when you come across an opposing point of view.
Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation! Tune in now to the Success in SC podcast!
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January and February are the two most popular months in the calendar year for job changes...and we just so happen to have an expert in the field to help. If you are looking for a new job, a new career, a new direction, looking to hit the reset button, then you don't want to miss this episode of Success in SC where Jami Mullikin, a veteran in recruiting, gives tips on how to land the job you are looking for this year. He also gives his tips on how to become more successful in your personal and professional life. In the end, Jami implores us all to love the work, not just the rewards that come as a result of working.
Jody Powell, semi-finalist in the Toastmasters International World Championships of Public Speaking, gives us tips on how to become a better speaker and communicator. If you have ever thought of becoming a speaker, or if you are a speaker and want to become better, then do not miss this episode.
Zach Hazen is an expert in both the IT arena and in sales. This unique double-threat discusses how it takes pig-headed determination and extreme ownership to push through some of the challenges of life. He also shares his secret to success...asking more questions.
Connect with Zack Hazen on Linkedin and shop at his wife's store https://makemadejewelry.com/.
Listen in as a panel of wildly successful South Carolinians share their secrets on how to make and keep New Year's Resolutions. This podcast will set you up to make 2023 the best year of your life...so far!
This panel includes David Pence, Lindsey McMillion Stemann, Daniel Allison, and Gary Gaffney.
As we come upon the end of the year, it can be easy to look back at what we have not accomplished, the goals we have missed, and live in that gap between where we are and where we want to be.
Lindsey McMillion Stemann advises us to not focus on that gap as much and to focus on the gains we have made.
Lindsey admonishes us to give grace...to ourselves. Stop beating yourself up, but instead celebrate the ground that you have gained.
Lindsey, a master at goal setting, also gives several tips on how to make 2023 your best year yet.
Dante DiBattista shares the most valuable and fundamental trait (and skill) of great leaders...EMPATHY. This one skill may not be the only skill of great leadership, but it is the bedrock upon which all leadership skills will rest.
Dante goes on to define success as a sense of peace and pride in what you are doing in the moment.
He then challenges us to take up the constant pursuit of becoming our best self. Through the ups-and-downs of life, embrace the journey of learning and becoming better from every experience and every interaction.
Make sure to connect with Dante on LinkedIn and check out his website at https://dantedibattista.com/.
Are you waiting for somebody else to choose your next move? Waiting for a boss to promote you? Or waiting for a better job to come along? Juliet Peay urges you to just take your fate in your own hands.
If you are sitting in that job that you don't like or if you feel like your skills and talents are going to waste...Juliet says to "Start creating...start doing something...it can be small."
Have you ever had an opportunity come along, but you weren't able to take full advantage? Maybe you didn't have the money, the training, the relationships, etc. to fully leverage the opportunity. Then listen in as Tim Joiner shares the importance of preparing for the opportunity before the opportunity arrives.
Tim gives lots of tangible ways to prepare including a list of things you can start doing immediately to get prepared for the next opportunity that crosses your path.
Tim also gives a list of books to help you raise your skills and your mindset.
If you believe that success is defined by continued growth...then you won't want to miss this episode.
Michael Cogdill is a writer, editor, speaker, mentor, and founder of Heartstrong Media where he works with companies as a media consultant. In addition, he is one of the original influencers. Way before Twitter and TikTok even existed, he served news audiences on Television for 36 years. During that time, he won 32 Emmys, the National Edward R. Murrow Award, the South Carolina Broadcasters Association Star Award, and too many others to name.
Michael shares some of the stories he has accumulated over the years and the wisdom of living a life of humility. He explains that humility doesn't mean debasing yourself, but forgiving yourself, so that you can forgive others. He beckons us to find a way to love ourselves, so that we can love others.
Cary Perkins, successful architect and Director of Design Engagement at McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture speaks about the challenges of being a female in a male-dominated industry. She talks about career change and how to bring the strengths of your past into a new career. She also challenges us to pursue excellence in our work, our play, and in all aspects of our lives.
Greg Taylor shares his secret of success is in helping other people. Even if you are having a bad day, even if you don't have tons of money, figuring out a way to GIVE of your energy or your resources will multiply your efforts and attract more success to yourself.
Greg also shares that the secret to success in real estate is...consistency. Do everything you can do to stay top-of-mind for all your connections.
Jen Moreau, along with her husband Matt, are the owners of Dapper Ink and The Landmark Project. Listen as Jen shares their story of starting a company in the midst of the last great recession, but pulling together with a team to make it thrive. She also shares great insights into the importance of choosing your "team" and being consistent.
Favorite quote from Jen is "Doing the hard, better!"
FREEDOM!!!!! Sims Tillirson talks about how important freedom is in your life and about creating success through our relationships. Freedom from our past. Freedom from addictions. Freedom from the evils that have been done to us or that we have done to others. If you want freedom...don't miss this episode.
Trigger warning: Sims discusses being a victim and overcomer of Sexual Assault
Dr. Rebecca Heiss talks about the fears that hold us back from success and how to overcome them. These fears include fear of failure, the imposter syndrome, the comparison trap, any many others. If you want to be set free from the shackles that are holding you back, then don't miss this episode.
Dennis Thompson shares the secret of Resilience and discusses where his strength comes from. Dennis lost his father to a tragic accident while he was only a 14-year-old boy. He grew hard to protect himself from feeling that hurt ever again, until he had an encounter that changed his life. He has now written a book to tell many of his life stories and the lessons that he has learned along the way. You can find his book titled "What matters most in my life" on Amazon.
Success in SC #7: LinkedIn Guru and Influencer, Ariel Lee shares her story of dealing with an unwanted and forced change in her career. Ariel decided to take the setback and use it as an opportunity to grow and get in line with her genuine self. She now has more freedom, more joy, and more peace by being true to herself. Ariel also shares why your networking presence is important, and even gives some tips on how to increase your personal brand awareness. Check out Ariel Lee on LinkedIn. She would be happy to engage with you.
Giovanna Geathers shares a personal story of trauma and her perspective that those events do not happen to us...but happen for us.
David Peeples generously shares the secret of bringing more happiness to your life, your job, and the lives of those around you.
Listen in as David Pence shares his story of how he was able to turn an obstacle into an opportunity by keeping a positive attitude and keeping a solution mindset. David also shares some of his "secrets" of success.
19:40 Making lists
27:48 The Secret to Happiness
29:45 The importance of reading
Daniel Allison shares how The Average Dude can accomplish amazing things if they will choose to grow, take action, get uncomfortable, put in the reps, and learn to believe in themselves.