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Brandon Holland
Hosted by Brandon Holland the Lead Well podcast is for anyone who wants to be better. From leadership to life, if you want to better yourself this podcast is for you. Brandon also does motivational speaking and leadership training at the college/university level. Look out for The occasional motivational track to spark your fire to be great! More info at www.thecoachholland.com.
050 Follow Men's Conference
Release Date: September 2, 2024
In this special episode, we’re excited to preview the upcoming Follow Men’s Conference! Join us as we sit down with the event speakers to discuss what’s in store for this transformative gathering. We’ll explore the theme, topics, and experiences that will make this conference a must-attend event for men seeking growth, connection, and leadership opportunities.
Get an insider’s look at the planning and vision behind the conference, and learn how you can prepare to make the most of this powerful event. In this episode:
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The Vision for the Conference:
- What inspired the creation of this event and the goals the organizers hope to achieve.
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Sneak Peek into Keynote Sessions:
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A preview of the major themes and messages that will be shared by our keynote speakers.
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Why This Conference Matters:
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The importance of creating spaces for men to engage in meaningful dialogue, build community, and grow together.
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What to Expect:
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A breakdown of the conference schedule, including workshops, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities.
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How to Prepare:
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Tips and advice for attendees to get the most out of the conference experience, from what to bring to how to engage with others.
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Personal Invitations from the Speakers:
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Hear directly from the event speakers about why they’re excited to participate and what they hope attendees will take away.
- [Conference Website/Registration Link]: https://journeyasheboro.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2277115
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In this episode Brandon interviews Marc Collins, current Town Manager for Wendell NC, a city experiencing massive amounts of progress and growth. Marc shares the benefits of being vulnerable as a leader and offers advice for emerging leaders experiencing growing pains. Follow on social media @bwholland32 visit www.thecoachholland.com for more info
Episode Summary: Joined by the "Ex-Disney Guy" John Formica, in this episode, we explore the world of planning and zoning, emphasizing the crucial role that professional development plays in this field. Join us as we sit down with Janie Phelps, Nathan Rhue, experts in planning and zoning, and Dr. Bob Shackleford of the Shackleford Leadership Institute who share their insights, experiences, and tips for excelling in the field in addition to information the 2024 NC AZO Annual Summer Conference.Key Highlights:• Introduction to Our Guests: Meet Janie Phelps and Nathan Rhue, renowned experts in planning and zoning with years of experience in managing zoning and development projects and ensuring compliance with zoning regulations. We are also joined by Dr. Bob Shackleford, a consultant and coach providing outstanding, relevant, dynamic leadership development training for business, education, church, community, and military organizations. The conversation is led by John Formica "the Ex-Disney Guy"• The Importance of Professional Development: Discover why continuous learning and professional growth are vital for professionals in planning and zoning. Our guests discuss how staying updated with industry trends, new technologies, and regulatory changes can significantly impact the effectiveness and efficiency of their work.• Challenges and Solutions: Hear firsthand accounts of challenges faced by planning and zoning professionals and the strategies they use to overcome them. From navigating complex regulations to engaging with community stakeholders, our guests provide valuable insights.• Trends in Planning and Zoning: Gain a glimpse into why this conference will be beneficial to the future of planning and zoning. Our guests share their experiences and benefits of the conference and how to adapt and thrive in a rapidly evolving environment.• Practical Leadership Applications in Planning and Zoning Professionals: Practical advice and actionable tips for those looking to enter the field or advance their careers. Learn about the key skills and attributes that make a successful planning and zoning professional.Resources and Links:• https://www.ncazo.org/events/annual-c...• https://johnformica.com/• https://www.shacklefordleadership.com/• https://thecoachholland.com/Call to Action: Don't miss out on this insightful episode filled with practical advice and inspiring stories. Whether you're an experienced planning and zoning professional or just starting, there's something valuable for everyone.Subscribe and Follow: Make sure to subscribe to our podcast and connect with us on Social Media to stay updated on future episodes. / posts
In this episode Brandon interviews Ransom Love about how to lead more like Jesus. Share this with someone that needs it. Share the missing piece also.Like follow subscribe:@bwholland32 on all platformswww.thecoachholland.com
In this episode Brandon Talks about the missing piece of your leadership. Share this with someone that needs it. Share the missing piece also.Like follow subscribe:@bwholland32 on all platformswww.thecoachholland.com
Listen to this when you struggle with confidence. News flash, its not about how good you are, or how long you've been doing something... It's about something much greater.Send this to someone it will help.Like, share, follow! @bwholland32
Tune into this quick motivational episode and learn 3 things that may not be shard with you when you set out to win at something.
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Chris Brooks is a father, author and member of the US Army National Guard, after a 20 year career in the Army. In this special Veteran's Day (2023) episode Chris and Brandon discuss leadership, constructive criticism, leadership qualities and Chris' upcoming book.
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"So there's this guy on LinkedIn" is a common phrase in local government these days because of today's guest. Joe Turner recently started the City Manager Unfiltered Podcast after becoming known for his "unfiltered" LinkedIn posts.
Don't miss this extraordinary episode of The Lead Well Podcast! Subscribe now to stay informed about future episodes featuring trailblazing leaders from various industries. Get ready to lead well and lead with purpose!
Links:
Joseph Turner
https://www.citymanagerunfiltered.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bwholland32/
John spent many years managing the Disney customer service staff and hotels. In this episode he shares Walt Disney's 4 leadership principles, and they are sure to help you become a better leader. Thanks for listening and don't forget to share the show!
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Welcome to a new series of the Lead Well Podcast. Lead Well with Magic! Brandon Holland and John Formica have partnered their forces to bring you more focused exclusive content in the areas of leadership, customer service, motivation, team development and so much more.
In this episode they talk about today's leadership challenges, and stay tuned because soon they'll share what we can do to overcome these challenges.
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Crystal has completed the #75Hard program developed by Andy Frisella to build mental toughness, grit, fortitude and a host of other skills. The program is 75 days of:
- 2 worksouts 45min- 1 must be outside
- 1 Gallon of Water
- Read 10 pages
- Take a progress pic
- Follow a diet, no cheating
If you miss one task, you start over on day 1. Why would anyone want to do this? Find out why in this episode.
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Get ready for an electrifying episode of the brand-new podcast, "Unzoned with Dr. David Williams"! Host Brandon sits down for an exclusive interview with the man himself, Dr. David L Williams, a 30-year veteran in the planning and zoning industry and the current Community Development Director for Gaston County North Carolina.
In this exciting episode, Brandon and David dive into the exciting world of "Unzoned" and what listeners can expect from this new and innovative podcast. Get a sneak peek into the fascinating conversations and topics that will be covered, and discover why "Unzoned" is set to revolutionize the world of planning and zoning, sports, leadership and other topics.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to get an inside look at the birth of a game-changing podcast. The wait is almost over, and "Unzoned with Dr. David Williams" will be available everywhere later this month! Be sure to follow the links to connect with David and stay updated on the latest news and episodes. Get ready to be unzoned!"
Links:
https://anchor.fm/david-williams14
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-david-williams-aicp-edfp-0305ab2a/
Learn how to start your podcast! Special guest Austin Coble from the podcast Tea Time with Austin and Friends shares his perspective and success tips that you need to know before starting your podcast. Connect with Austin @teatimewithaustin on all social media platforms.
Start You Podcast Outline:
- Plan
- Topic
- Name
- Format
- Episode
- Brand
- Logo
- Website
- Social Media
- Equipment
- Mic
- Headphones
- Laptop
- Camera
- Recording
- Software
- Test episodes
- Publishing
- Episode title
- Schedule
- Show notes
Zack Burick went from a handwritten business card on a napkin to becoming a successful entrepreneur. He's a husband, father, musician, apart of the leadership at Duggins Welding, and owner/operator of WestWy Beard Co. In this episode hear about:
- Core Values
- How we do, why we do, what we do
- Mindset growth
- Employees vs Team Members
- Your circle of influence
Links:
@zachburick
dugginswelding.com
westwybeardco.com
In this episode Brandon and Jeri Ann discuss Live2Lead. On October 7, 2022 the first event of its kind will take place at Journey Church in Asheboro NC. Live2Lead is a full day leadership, and personal growth event which takes place in Atlanta, GA but will be shown live via simulcast for the first time ever in Asheboro, NC. This event is an annual leadership gathering developed by The John Maxwell Company. Join hundreds of host sites around the globe in hosting the 9th annual Live2Lead in your community for an exciting day of growth, as John and other high-caliber speakers teach relevant and applicable leadership tools to your audience. Event Link: https://centralcarolinalive2lead.com
Connect with Jeri Ann Kelly: https://www.johncmaxwellgroup.com/jeriannkelly
Jonathan talks about some special moments that he's been able to photograph. Hear his story of how he got started and how he got to be the photographer for App State Football, his experience with other successful sports programs and working with the Charlotte Observer. He also shares advice if you've ever thought about getting into photography.
Link: https://www.aguallostudios.com/
In this episode Brandon reconnects with James Jestes of House United. Listen in as they discuss the happenings of App State sports this fall and the purpose behind the House United Brand.
Connect and follow
IG - @houseunitedappstate
Twitter - @houseunited2
TikTok - @houseunitedapparrel
Website - houseunitedsports.com
Brandon is @bwholland32 on ALL platforms
Craig has completed the #75HARD program. Join this conversation and hear about his journey on the program during the pandemic. Brandon Also completed the program in February 2022.
The 75 Hard program was created by Andy Frisella and is a program to build mental toughness, grit, fortitude, and character and abides by the following rules for 75 days:
- Follow a diet. No Cheating
- Work out twice a day for 45 minutes. One of those workouts must be outside.
- Drink a gallon of water daily.
- Read 10 pages of nonfiction daily. ...
- Take progress pictures daily.
- Failure of one of the daily task results in starting over on day one.
In this conversation Ed discusses his company We Are Connect-ED and the importance of connecting others to help lead to successs. Episode highlights:
- What is We Are Connect-ED
- Men's Mental Health Group
- People Helping People
- Picking Team Members
- Biblical Investing
- Ubuntu Connect-ED Podcast
Ed is the founder and Chief Relationship Officer of We Are Connect-ED, Senior Consultant/Financial advisor for SEM Wealth Management and Co-Founder of Shining Light in Darkness a nonprofit that focuses on sexual assault and domestic violence.
Born and raised in the birthplace of basketball, Springfield, MA, he was a long-time W-2 employee. Before venturing out into the entrepreneurial and non-profit field and had over 20 years of financial services experience and has worked for some of the largest financial services companies in the country in various positions such as Regional Vice President for Evergreen Investments, Senior Vice President for Wells Fargo Advisors and Senior Vice President for a subsidiary of AIG.
In 2018 as a way to serve business owners, entrepreneurs, and those from marginalized communities: such as women and people of color, We Are Connect-ED is all about service to others. Our premise when we began was to create a platform for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and the community to come together and build real and lasting relationships.
Connect-ED is a professional community consisting of individuals who understand the importance of building meaningful connections. Built on the idea that the small business community, regardless of the industry we all share a common goal, to develop strong relationships that help grow their businesses and professional lives. Through events in several cities within the U.S., We Are Connect-ED provides a platform that makes connecting easy, educational, and most of all enjoyable.
Contact Ed:
Instagram @weareconnect_ed
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwarddudley/
https://www.weareconnect-ed.com
calendly.com/eddudley
shinelightindarkness.org
In this episode Brandon links up with Tobias Hill, a contestant from the 2022 season of American Idol. Brandon first met Tobias in 2012 when he was in high school leading very talented groups of musicians and choirs in eastern North Carolina. Tobias is from the small town of Como NC, and in this episode he shares his journey to Hollywood on the hit show American Idol. Hill is a graduate of NC A&T State University and is currently a music teacher inspiring other musicians as he continues to pursue his career in music. His EP is coming out this year.
Video of this episode if from an Instagram Live event that Brandon and Tobias held. It can be found @princetch
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In this episode Traci Philips "The Innate Coach" talks about visionary leadership and best practices to succeed at leadership and implementing vision. Traci is an an executive leadership and performance coach and trusted adviser to top-tier visionary entrepreneurs and corporate professionals. She supports business leaders, like you, by creating solution-based strategies that solve personal and work-related challenges.
Her book Looking In can be found here: https://theinnatecoach.com/look-in-and-build-awareness-of-who-you-are/
Contact Traci at https://theinnatecoach.com
Lou and Sherri of The Lou Everett Group are known for their highly effective coaching, teaching, and speaking on the importance of personal growth and how it impacts our Influence as a Leader. With more than four decades of combined experience in training, coaching, and leadership, they also have received training and mentoring from well-known and successful coaches and teachers from the likes of Tony Robbins, Zig Ziglar, Brian Tracy, John Maxwell, Jack Canfield, Paul Martinelli, and are Certified Leadership Coaches and Corporate Trainers.
Their mission is to Transform Today’s Leaders by serving people and businesses through leadership coaching, corporate training, empowerment speaking, and personal development.” As seasoned leadership coaches and trainers with over four decades of combined experience we love serving people and companies throughout their growth transitions. Regardless if you are a solopreneur or at the C-Suite level, Leadership is Influence. Nothing more, nothing less.
Lou and Sherri are your thinking partners offering dedicated and customized continuity plans that are designed to, not only resolve your current struggle, but provide proactive support, training and accountability with the goal of avoiding negative impacts on the growth of your business. Our clients have experienced measurable return, increased productivity, and up to 500% revenue growth.
Website https://loueverettgroup.com/
Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/theloueverettgroup/
LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-lou-everett-group/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/theloueverettgroup
In this episode Brandon is Joined by Sarah Madras, a speaker, author, leadership coach and co-host of the "Girls Who Do Stuff" podcast. Join in as they discuss
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Leadership Coaching
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Moving from Mental Health into speaking/coaching
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CEO Time Management, Work/life balance
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Differences between being a Boss and a Leader
Contact Sarah at
www.sarahmadras.com
Instagram @sarahmadrascoaching
https://girlswhodostuff.com
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In the episode Brandon takes questions from his instagram followers and joins forces with his mentor Tony Sears to answer the following questions:
- Thoughts on the statement "just because you're good at something, doesn't mean you should keep doing it"
- How to find the courage to change jobs?
- How do you motivate current employees at their current salary with the rise of pay at entry level positions?
- Best way to manage stress and mental health?
- Advice for someone who wants to be in leadership but has never managed people.
In this episode the Lead Well Podcast joins forces with East Carolina University Business School Professor Lee Wheeler and Rural Development Professional Monica R. Gibbs. This episode shares stories about their respective journeys into their current roles and some key factors that have helped along the way.
Contact Monica:
monica@gibbspublicaffairs.com
https://monicargibbs.com
Jesse Cole is the founder of Fans First Entertainment and owner of the Savannah Bananas.
His teams have welcomed more than one million fans to their ballparks and have been featured on MSNBC, CNN, ESPN and in Entrepreneur Magazine.
The Bananas have been awarded Organization of the Year, Entrepreneur of the Year, Business of the Year and won the CPL Championship in their first year. Fans First Entertainment has been featured on the INC 5000 lists as one of the fastest growing companies in America.
The Savannah Bananas currently have sold out every game since their first season and have a waiting list in the thousands for tickets.
Jesse released his first book “Find Your Yellow Tux – How to Be Successful by Standing Out”
Join this episode as he and Brandon go bananas about how to stand out and separate yourself from everyone in your field.
Brandon's outgoing message as 2021 ends and 2022 begins.
All Social Media @bwholland32
www.thecoachholland.com for more info
Randy Kelly is the Lead Pastor of Journey Church in Asheboro NC. In this episode he and Brandon discuss:
- What all goes into a Sunday morning service
- How leaders can keep message and vision consistent among many teams and leaders
- How he got started as a Pastor
- Process vs Product
- How to handle yourself when downloading negativity from others
- How to grow in your faith
- The benefit of doing uncomfortable things
Up and Coming Artis Emmanuel Mollette has recently been featured in the local news due to his art work. Emmanuel was born in New York and moved to the Carolinas as a child where he discovered is love for creating his own entertainment. He now doesn't large scale murals and custom clothing pieces for high profile clients. In this episode he and Brandon discuss:
How he got started as an artist how he continues to challenge himself Art forms that are declining The creative mindset the art community success tips for starting artist
Lee Wheeler Professor of Leadership and Strategy at ECU talks with Brandon about leadership strategies, developing students as leaders, and success tips for developing a solid routine. Lee is an eastern NC native and a UNC – Chapel Hill graduate with a BA degree in Industrial Relations. He began his career in the corporate world of finance and banking with Citigroup. He earned an MBA from Campbell University and spent 20+ years in Mortgage Banking and Real Estate Development with companies such as Countrywide, Bank of America and Equiplus Mortgage. Lee served in almost every imaginable position from underwriter, operations manager, banker and president. In 2010, Lee decided to pursue teaching, and joined the ECU College of Business as a Teaching Instructor in 2017.
Episode Highlights:
- EDGE at ECU
- Eat the Frog
- Routine
- Goals beyond the classroom
- Learning soft skills
- Leaderships Strengths
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Sergeant Matt Pugh retired from the US Army, served as a first responder in the fire service including the Fort Bragg Fire Department. He is a husband, father, has his Masters in Emergency Management and has a heart for ministry serving veterans in the mental health field. In this episode Brandon and Matt discuss 9/11 and it's 20 year anniversary, military service, leadership, Matt's goals and success tips for becoming a better leader while creating and developing other leaders.
Episode Highlights
- 9/11
- Characteristics of great leaders
- Continued Learning
- Leading your Peers
- Developing Leaders
- Military Mental Health
- Ministry Service
James Jestes is a marketing and brand management professional, founder and owner of QUAD3 Sports and the House United brand. An alumnus of Appalachian State University, he has always been passionate about sports and college athletics. In today’s episode, James chats with Brandon about the inspiration behind House United and how the brand is supporting college athletic scholarships through meaningful, lifelong relationships.
Episode Highlights
- James talks about his background and the vision of House United
- How QUAD3 Sports and House United are making a difference
- Revolutionary ways of supporting student-athletes
- Where did the idea of the brand name come from?
- Why James is motivated to take risks in building and growing the brand
- How faith influences his approach to everything
- Some exciting things going on this fall
- Tips on how to establish a brand and create brand awareness
- Life lessons James learned growing up on a farm
Coach Damion McLean graduated from Appalachian State University and worked in advertising before returning to join the coaching staff of his alma mater. Besides being head track & field coach at App State, he is a husband and father. In this episode, Coach McLean talks with Brandon about setting personal standards as an athlete, what it means to be coach, highlights of his career, and the need for diversity in App State’s athletics community.
Episode Highlights
- An overview of Coach McLean’s career
- Keeping his athletes motivated during the pandemic and social unrest
- The difference between freshmen who stay on track and those who drop off
- The making of a student leader
- Does being in competition ever get old?
- Some of Coach McLean’s big successes
- What he looks for when recruiting from high school
- Why recruiting minorities is a challenge for App State
- How does Coach McLean stay in shape?
How to Foster a Lifestyle of Wellness with Emily Martin
Emily Martin is a healthcare & wellness coach, a vocalist, mother and wife. Her journey to healthcare and wellness began as she was going through personal struggles of mental health. In this episode, Emily chats with Brandon about overcoming fear, why we need more than motivation to achieve goals, plus she shares practical steps to set yourself up for success in wellness.
Episode Highlights
- Emily and Brandon discuss impostor syndrome
- Should you fake it till you make it?
- Those who propel themselves forward do not dwell on their mistakes
- Why Emily started running and why people seek her out
- How she creates wellness plans
- Tips to help you identify and adopt wellness habits
- Sometimes progress means going back to the drawing board
- Your past, your present and your future are all essential parts of your story
Corey Pulido is a husband, father, business owner and professor at East Carolina University where he teaches Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Business Planning. He currently runs four successful businesses, including a nonprofit animal sanctuary for at-risk hound dogs. In this episode, Brandon chats with Corey about characteristics of an entrepreneur, developing the right mindset, things to consider before starting your own business, and how he translates classroom lessons into real life strategies.
Episode Highlights
- Corey’s backstory and an overview of the four family businesses
- Entrepreneurship and Business Planning classes at ECU
- Characteristics of an entrepreneur and characteristics of opportunities
- Just do! Why you must take that next step forward
- Is there a right age for starting your entrepreneurship journey?
- A hyper-analyzer teams up with a risk taker for better results
- Mindset and other lessons Corey has learned in doing business
- Leadership essentials and creating an ideal work culture
- Have a vision and periodically take stock
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Amanda Chils LCMHC, MS joins the show and provides some great info on mental health, boundaries, anxiety, depression and trauma. Also included is some special information that will help college students be successful. Contact Amanda at www.livemyhappyhealth.com. Subscribe and check out the new website www.thecoachholland.com.
Comedic sensation Tim Shropshire shares his journey of persistence that led him to a career in comedy. We talk about some of his past leadership experiences as well as the "Shrop Don't Stop" campaign. Connect with Tim at www.timshropcomedy.com #shropdontstop #PromoteWithShrop @timshropcomedy
Run a business? Side hustle? Main hustle? Want to expand your social media presence? Hear from career marketing professional Mark Scott as we discuss ways to help you out stand out above the competition. Mark received a bachelor's degree from UNC Chapel Hill in Journalism with a concentration in public relations and marketing. contact Mark at mjunc1023@gmail.com
Mark's Background
1) First job wrote for a weekly newspaper; then promoted to their daily newspaper.
2) Next was a weekly newspaper as their advertising director and wrote an editorial column.
3) Next sold television advertising on networks such as ESPN, the Weather Channel, BET, USA, TNT, CNN, etc. and helped clients with their television advertising, while working within their advertising budget for print, radio, etc.
4) This spurred the start of "Scott Advertising" writing press releases, designing, writing, acting-in and placing ads for clients on television, radio, in newspapers and in magazines for everything from golf courses, restaurants, electric companies, towing companies, to fishing lines, etc. That experience with so many companies gave Mark a broad understanding of marketing and advertising.
My 5 core leadership principles (for now). Join me as I talk leadership with the Public Administration Program from Appalachian State University.
Hear how I learned life lessons from working at a fast food restaurant in college. Focus and give your absolute best right where you are and you'll go far. Lets connect @bwholland32
Stop winging it! Hear from John Formica "The Ex Disney Guy" and myself as we discuss our experiences and the importance of hiring the right people.
Join us as Andrew Gardner, one of the top administrators in the North Carolina Community College system speaks on the value of true passion and authenticity. What does it look like, and how to keep fueling the flame? You'll learn about his leadership journey and how he went from helping his wife start a business to climbing the ranks in education administration. Follow his wife's high end hair studio @studioelite_hairgallery on instagram. As always, like, share subscribe and rate! for more content check out our other episodes and if there are any topics you'd like covered reach out to me directly on instagram @bwholland32.
Join us as the world's leading customer experience coach John Formica, known as "The Ex-Disney Guy" and America and Australia's best customer coach shares his experience with Disney and how he now helps leaders improve their customer experience.
John is a game changer and can help amplify your customer experience. Contact him to speak to your staff or event at johnformica.com, 1-704-965-4090, info@johnformica.com.
Zac Beane, one of today's top leaders in culture and creativity in the workplace breaks down his approach of how he enhances culture and promotes creativity across multiple generations in the same work environment.