Rachel Gogos is a serial entrepreneur passionate about people, the web, and creating strong personal brands. She started her career at the United Nations headquarters in New York City, where she helped create the look and feel of the organization’s first website. Today, in her current role running brandiD, Rachel channels over 15 years of marketing and communications experience into every website for brandiD’s clients. As the founder of brandiD and MyPath101 , Rachel is a true Internet pioneer w...
Oct 21, 2024•33 min•Ep. 1022
Meg Hays is a healthy living coach, speaker, and best-selling author who loves helping women kick anxiety to the curb and step into a life of wellness and resilience. With years of experience in health coaching and her journey with panic disorder, Meg brings a fun, faith-filled, and holistic approach to health, focusing on the powerful combination of nutrition, mindset, healthy habits, and community support. As the founder of Meg Hays Healthy Living and the Live Well Community, Meg aims to help ...
Oct 18, 2024•30 min•Ep. 1063
Justin Bookey is the author of Ping Pong Leadership: 18 Principles to Succeed at Any Table in Business, Sports, and Life. He’s a former lawyer, an award-winning marketing strategist, and a competitive table tennis player with medals from the US Open. He grew up in Seattle, Washington, playing a lot of ping pong in the family basement. He now lives in Santa Monica, California, and runs PongFit, a nonprofit that builds fitness and community through ping pong. He has played table tennis on seven co...
Oct 16, 2024•26 min•Ep. 1058
Helping Clients Recruit & Certify Virtual Employees • Helping Clients Right Staff & Save Money • Strategic Staffing • Speaker & 4x Best Selling Author • Founder & CEO of HireSmart Virtual Employees & HireSmart Cares https://www.linkedin.com/in/annelackey Quick recap Summary Hire Smart Virtual Employees Business Discussion Michael and Anne talked about Anne's business, Hire Smart Virtual Employees. The co-founder, Anne, explained that the company was born out of a need to solv...
Oct 14, 2024•30 min•Ep. 1039
Jon Bassford is an operations professional and entrepreneur driven by his Curiosity! Curiosity is his superpower, driving his personal and professional advancement. After law school, Jon put this curiosity into launching, managing, and improving operations for venture-backed startups to global nonprofits with impact! For Jon, there is nothing that curiosity Curiosity. Today, Jon is known for his curiosity-driven leadership, helping organizations and individuals innovate, change, and grow by adop...
Oct 11, 2024•25 min•Ep. 1049
Lori Saitz is the leading authority on improving productivity and engagement through workplace well-being. She is the founder of the Zen Leadership Program for Results-Focused Professionals. With a comprehensive background in wellness and communication strategies, Lori helps executives create focused, resilient, and collaborative teams that can move projects forward with less stress and drama. You can also listen to Lori on her own podcast, Fine is a 4-Letter Word , where she engages guests in c...
Oct 09, 2024•29 min•Ep. 1035
A visionary and growth-focused marketing strategist, I am Tracy A. Wehringer, a leader with a proven track record in spearheading revenue-generating marketing initiatives across global B2B landscapes. My expertise lies in crafting marketing centers of excellence, underpinned by a comprehensive understanding of diverse marketing disciplines and robust business development strategies. With a flair for strong executive leadership, I excel in communication and thrive in environments that demand reve...
Oct 07, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1034
Rachel Lyubovitzky is an accomplished serial entrepreneur, senior executive, published author, and investor passionate about innovation, effective strategy, and successful execution. She founded four B2B technology companies with her partners, powered by a mission to leverage technology to make people’s lives easier and more fulfilling. The latest venture, Setuply, aims to modernize the customer onboarding experience for companies, empowering clients to experience the benefits of digital adoptio...
Oct 04, 2024•25 min•Ep. 1032
Erin Mac is an Executive coach who helps stressed-out executives & entrepreneurs excel in their current or next role, unlock their full potential, and enjoy their journey to professional success. Erin has over 6+ years of experience as an executive coach, helping stressed-out entrepreneurs and executives unlock their full potential, and 10+ years of experience teaching and creating curricula for seminars and courses on various topics, including relationships, communication, and entrepreneurs...
Oct 02, 2024•32 min•Ep. 1043
I want to share my journey of discovering a new career in my 60s, which led me to a community filled with warmth and compassion, where the joy of making art binds us. This experience has shown me how creativity can be a powerful path to mindfulness and inner peace. I’m excited to share the beauty and serenity it has brought into my life. https://www.glassartscollective.com/ https://www.instagram.com/glassartscollective https://www.facebook.com/glassartscollective https://www.youtube.com/@glassar...
Sep 27, 2024•28 min•Ep. 1041
Jillian Lavender and Michael Miller are two of the world's most experienced teachers of Vedic Meditation. Co-founders of London and New York Meditation Centers have taught thousands of people to transform their lives. Their work has taken them to seven continents (including Antarctica) — teaching private clients in group settings and with fashion, tech, and finance companies. Jillian’s first book, Why Meditate? Because It Works. has been featured in The Guardian, The Times, and Vogue. Michael ho...
Sep 25, 2024•32 min•Ep. 1030
Quick recap Michael and William discussed Williams’s unconventional approach to investing, emphasizing freedom of thought and unique perspectives. They also discussed various investment opportunities and market trends, focusing on the potential in the marijuana and cannabis industry, offshore drillers, and the global economic landscape. The conversation also touched on the importance of more profound research into investments, the potential of embracing new technologies and markets, and the bene...
Sep 23, 2024•30 min•Ep. 1051
Diane Strand is an award-winning serial entrepreneur, marketer, speaker, and coach who helps entrepreneurs turn their creative passions into profitable businesses — as she did with her own business, JDS Productions, a seven-figure media company creating engaging video content for organizations, people, and products. In 2024, she released the mindset-leadership book Creativ-Preneur, which details critical entrepreneurial steps such as creating a business concept, establishing your entity, working...
Sep 20, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1038
Quick recap Summary CEO and Michael's Conversational Meeting Michael and Rasmus discussed their work and expectations for the meeting. Rasmus, the CEO of Sensai, a global Human Success Company, expressed his readiness to engage in a challenging and interesting conversation. Michael, looking forward to the conversation, mentioned that the meeting could last anywhere from 15 to 25 minutes and would be organic and conversational. Rasmus' Career Journey and Global Experiences Rasmus shared his caree...
Sep 18, 2024•28 min•Ep. 1054
Lisa is the Director and F. Duke Perry Endowed Professor of Leadership Studies at West Virginia University. She is widely known for her academic and practical expertise in women’s leadership. A leadership coach and author of the award-winning textbook Women and Leadership, Lisa overcame many stereotypes as a first-generation college graduate from Appalachia to reach where she is today. WV Living magazine named her a “Wonder Woman” in 2019, celebrating her for defying barriers and working towards...
Sep 16, 2024•26 min•Ep. 1027
In this episode, we dive into the essential role leadership plays in shaping an organization's direction, success, and overall team dynamics. Leadership is the cornerstone of productivity and growth, but finding the right approach can be challenging. By exploring various leadership styles, you can better understand how to guide your team effectively and meet organizational goals. **Key Leadership Styles Discussed:** - **Transactional Leadership**: A structured approach focused on clear expectati...
Sep 13, 2024•9 min•Ep. 1060
Felienne is the creator of Hedy, an open-source and accessible platform for kids aged ten and above to learn textual programming in multiple languages. The platform has about 500K users a month. It has been translated into 49 languages, including Chinese, Arabic, and Spanish, and has 400+ volunteer programmers, translators, and teachers who continuously improve and maintain it. To teach a child programming, a parent or teacher can use Hedy's built-in lesson plans or customize their kid's learnin...
Sep 13, 2024•26 min•Ep. 1001
You can find out more about Helen and take the ACT Type Quiz here: https://www.helenhanison.com Career Redesign Community: Actionable career redesign advice straight to your inbox. https://preview.mailerlite.io/preview/822669/forms/124199513772525109 Helen’s first book, Unstuck: A Smart Guide to Purposeful Career Redesign. Get your copy (with special gifts) here: https://www.helenhanisonbook.com Purposeful Career Redesign: Explore the self-paced, online coaching course here: https://helenhanison...
Sep 12, 2024•25 min•Ep. 1025
Dan Thomson founded Sensay in 2023, a leading platform for creating AI-based digital clones and a pioneer in digital immortality. He founded Sensay to develop solutions across a range of sectors, from healthcare to education, building a knowledge capture and share platform for the betterment of humanity. Dan has a BA in Philosophy from King’s College London and an MBA from the University of Cambridge. He has authored two books to date: ‘Immortality in a Digital Age’ and ‘The Digital Afterlife’. ...
Sep 09, 2024•28 min•Ep. 1042
Summary Ryan's Journey in Dog Training and Business Michael and Ryan had a conversation about their shared love for dogs and Ryan's business, which trains and franchises dog trainers. Ryan shared his personal journey of rescuing a dog with behavioral issues, which sparked his passion for dog training. Michael, who has a wide audience of listeners, expressed his interest in learning from Ryan's experiences and lessons learned in business and life. They also discussed the importance of giving busi...
Sep 02, 2024•25 min•Ep. 1037
In this episode, we explore strategies for providing your students with the best education possible. We'll explore creating a positive learning environment that fosters growth and engagement [citation:3]. Our discussion will cover the importance of building strong relationships with students, setting high expectations, and using diverse teaching methods to cater to different learning styles. We'll also examine the power of incorporating technology and podcasting into your classroom, discussing h...
Aug 29, 2024•4 min•Ep. 1050
Summary Michael's Call to Action and Musical Presentation Michael expressed his frustration with the current state of affairs and emphasized the need for individuals to act to improve society. He referenced a book by Bruce Piasecki, urging listeners to read it and noting Piasecki's extensive experience and knowledge. Michael also presented three songs, each with a different message. The first, a heavy metal piece, addressed the current global conflicts and the need for understanding and common g...
Aug 28, 2024•24 min•Ep. 1048
Sylvia is an EMCC-accredited senior executive coach with 30 years of experience, which helps C-Suite leaders, entrepreneurs, and change-makers thrive in today’s complex and fast-moving environment. She founded the SMART Power method , a groundbreaking approach to succeeding in this environment with more significant impact and ease. Sylvia’s clients have included UNHCR, the European Central Bank, Allianz Global Investors, the Red Cross, and Amazon. She is also the author of the forthcoming book “...
Aug 24, 2024•24 min•Ep. 1019
Deborah Ancona's area of expertise includes organizational behavior, leadership, and the dynamics of high-performing teams. She is mainly known for her pioneering research into how successful teams operate, which led to the concept of X-teams—a framework for driving innovation within large organizations. Ancona's work also focuses on distributed leadership and creating research-based tools, practices, and teaching models to foster creative leadership at all organizational levels. Deborah is a Ma...
Aug 24, 2024•25 min•Ep. 1012
Nigel is the CEO of The Flow Consortium and one of the most sought-after speakers and experts in Lean, Agile, and Flow methods. He was Toyota's first Chief of Agile, where he co-created The Flow System and the award-winning Scrum, the Toyota Way approach. Nigel has trained 8,500+ people in Scrum, Agile, Lean, Flow, and Complexity approaches. His coaching portfolio includes GE, Bose, 3M, Microsoft, Vodafone, Lumen, Cox Automotive, and MIT. He is a Forbes Invite-only Coaches Council member and wil...
Aug 22, 2024•26 min•Ep. 1014
ABOUT THE BOOK: The Energy Advantage (Link to purchase) How do you maximize your success and impact as a leader while maintaining your stamina and sanity? The answer doesn’t lie in simple “efficiency.” It’s not about making better use of your time and resources. It’s about understanding how energy works and how to tap into its power. Many people live lives of intense and false emotional compartmentalization. For example, they strive to be one person in the corner office (invincible warrior) and ...
Aug 19, 2024•29 min•Ep. 1028
Gene Slade, CEO of Lead Ninja System and Lead Ninja AI, is a pioneering force in sales training, conversational AI, and business development in the HVAC, plumbing, and electrical industries. With a steadfast commitment to empowering trade professionals, Gene offers transformative coaching experiences that revolutionize how business owners approach sales and growth through personalized guidance, community support, and access to exclusive resources. For more information, please visit https://leadn...
Aug 15, 2024•23 min•Ep. 1013
Is your company culture holding you back? Learn how to revolutionize it in just three steps. Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into the critical process of changing organizational culture. We explore the top three steps leaders can take to create meaningful and lasting cultural shifts within their companies. From assessing current culture to implementing new behaviors, we provide actionable insights to help you transform your workplace. Key Takeaways: [ • Step 1 Assess your current organ...
Aug 14, 2024•5 min•Ep. 1040
Steve is a top talent strategist and leadership expert with 30+ years of experience. He famously led LinkedIn’s early hyper-growth phase as its first CHRO, building its world-class company culture from scratch and scaling the organization from 400 to 4,000 employees. As one of the most provocative global thought leaders on the future of work, Steve is hired by top companies and entire countries to help them navigate the talent landscape. His clientele spans from Google, X, Slack, BBC, and Intel ...
Aug 13, 2024•27 min•Ep. 1024
Dr. Robin Hills is a business psychologist and the director of ‘E i 4 Change’. A company specializing in emotional intelligence for change in educational training, coaching, and personal development - focused on emotional intelligence, positive psychology, and neuroscience. Recognized as the 'International Impact Company of the Year' by Dotcom Magazine in 2024, our work has been acknowledged for its significant global influence. With the most comprehensive and detailed courses on emotional intel...
Aug 12, 2024•20 min•Ep. 1004
