Leadership is different and has not changed either. Now is the time to examine your leadership strategies to improve your goal setting. Discover the new approaches that our guests give us. Mitch Axelrod shares how he looks at goal setting and why the process must change. Get the show notes for 253 | A new dynamic in Leadership with Mitch Axelrod Click to Tweet: Listening to an amazing episode on Leaders in the Trenches with @GeneHammett @mitchaxelrod #Leadership #NewApproaches #GoalSetting #Epis...
Mar 13, 2017•26 min•Ep. 253
How to get your Facebook Ads to work...today we talk with Molly Pittman. I want to say "THE" Molly Pittman because I am such a fan of her work. Molly is the VP of Marketing for Digital Marketer. She is also a co-host at the Perpetual Traffic podcast. She shares her 4 tips to fix your facebook ads. Get the show notes for 252 | Celebrate 3 Years – What Happens When Your Facebook Ads Aren’t Working with Molly Pittman Click to Tweet: Listening to an amazing episode on Leaders in the Trenches with @G...
Mar 06, 2017•29 min•Ep. 252
Video will continue to be more important to share you story and reach new customers. You don't have to create Super Bowl style commercials, but you will miss opportunities if you don't learn to use video for your business. Our guest today is Steve Gumm who works with companies to improve the human-to-human experience. He loves to use video to share stories and value bombs. Steve is the founder of Drop In Local in Chicago, IL. Get the show notes for 251 | How to Use Video To Drive High-Value Clie...
Feb 27, 2017•26 min•Ep. 251
Innovation means different things to different people. I agree with our guest today, Tamara Kleinberg (founder of Go To Launch Street) about innovation. Innovation is a process of thinking differently and acting on it. Ideas are cool and interested, but really don't mean that much. It is the implementation of the ideas that drives innovation. Our guest today is a speaker and brand strategist that helps companies innovate in today's fast changing world. Get the show notes for 250 | Innovation Is ...
Feb 20, 2017•26 min•Ep. 250
If you are in marketing, you likely know of Ryan Deiss. Ryan is the founder and CEO of DigitalMarketer. Over the last 36 months Ryan and his team have invested over $15,000,000 on marketing tests, generated tens of millions of unique visitors, sent well over a BILLION emails, and run approximately 3,000 split and multi-variant tests. Today we talk about how to get traction for your business. In the practical and actionable portion of the interview, Ryan shares the #1 place to start that you can ...
Feb 13, 2017•28 min•Ep. 249
Motivational Speaker, Les Brown shares with us how the road to growth and transformation requires the COURAGE to change. If you want to evoke the spirit of transformation in those whom you serve, you must also commit to catalyzing that very thing in your own life. The intention and desire to grow must be practiced, exercised and executed consistently. Get the show notes for 248 | Creating Connection and Significance Through Speaking with Les Brown Click to Tweet: Listening to an amazing episode ...
Feb 06, 2017•29 min•Ep. 248
Our guest Mike Ganino joins us today to discuss his training and culture tips that help to build a team and ensure the future success of businesses. We talk about what culture actually is and why great leaders possess listening skills. Tune in to find out how to define your vision while creating a rich culture for your team that motivates them to come into work every day. Get the show notes for 247 | How to Build Your Team and Define Your Culture with Mike Ganino Click to Tweet: Listening to an ...
Jan 30, 2017•22 min•Ep. 247
Our guest and creator of Monday Monday is Arthur Tubman. Tune in to discover how building a successful business is all about creating a 2- way communication street with a resonating community. Find out how Arthur creates meaningful content and why he says skills can be learned and why you shouldn’t worry about them! Focus on training your daily habits! Plus find out why Arthur thinks mentorship and masterminds are crucial to any entrepreneur’s success. Get the show notes for 246 | How to Build C...
Jan 23, 2017•27 min•Ep. 246
Our guest, Stefanie Sheehan is the founder of Mastermind Your Launch. We talk about owning who you are to launch a business. This episode is about how to play on your strengths. We also delve into the power of content marketing and how it can accelerate your business. What are your own personal strengths and how will you use them to serve the world? Get the show notes for 245 | How to Create a Personal Brand with Stefanie Diaz Click to Tweet: Listening to an amazing episode on Leaders in the Tre...
Jan 16, 2017•31 min•Ep. 245
Christine Hassler, author of the book Expectation Hangover gets vulnerable about how she found true happiness. In using the experience of a crisis, she found the excuse to go through a soul transformation. Now she helps others do the same! On this episode, we talk about how the way to do truly impactful work is by answering our own inner calling. It is about understanding that the answers cannot be found anywhere outside of ourselves. Get the show notes for 244 | From Expectation Hangover to Fin...
Jan 09, 2017•27 min•Ep. 244
Join us on this very special episode where I share the good, the bad and the ugly of 2016. I talk about what worked, what didn’t and the transformational changes I am going through. I get real and vulnerable about what the Trap of Success means to me and how to reach for more than a comfort zone. Plus, I share some of the exciting upcoming projects I’ve got going on to help you step up your game. Get the show notes for 243 | Recap of 2016 with Gene Hammett Click to Tweet: Listening to an amazing...
Jan 02, 2017•18 min•Ep. 243
Have you tried making a habit to accelerate your personal growth? Most of us have but have had difficulty sticking with it. Jen Macquarrie, founder of Bright Habits shares with us the essential elements we need to maintain momentum. We also explore how to mindfully observe the inner dialogue going on in our heads and how to shift into a more empowering mindset. Get the show notes for 242 | Making a New Success Habit Stick with Jen Macquarrie Click to Tweet: Listening to an amazing episode on Lea...
Dec 26, 2016•25 min•Ep. 242
Nancy Vogl, founder of the Speaker’s Bureau talks about the power of face to face interaction. In today’s world of ever expanding technological advancement, it’s tempting to take the shortcut and connect with people via email or Facebook. Nancy says, this is WEAK! She is a firm believer in the power of nurturing the connections you wish to make. Tune in to find out how Nancy is currently following up with a list of 380 people- the real way! Get the show notes for 241 | The Crazy Idea that Change...
Dec 19, 2016•25 min•Ep. 241
Networking is not new, but we all know people that struggle with all kinds of networking. I have connected with Angus Nelson to share the new rules of networking. Angus is the host of the "Up In Your Business" podcast. Discover ways to improve your networking with modern approaches. Get the show notes for 240 | How to Network – The New Rules with Angus Nelson Click to Tweet: Listening to an amazing episode on Leaders in the Trenches with @GeneHammett @angusnelson #Networking #Business #ModernApp...
Dec 12, 2016•26 min•Ep. 240
Growth hacking is not a new term. It has become a big topic in today's marketing and scaling conversations. Our guest today is Brad Stevens with Entreholic. We talk about new tools and strategies to accelerate your growth. See how you can use growth hacking in your business. Get the show notes for 239 | Understanding Growth Hacking with Brad Stevens Click to Tweet: Listening to an amazing episode on Leaders in the Trenches with @GeneHammett #AccelarateyourBusiness #GrowthHacking #BigTopic #Episo...
Dec 05, 2016•26 min•Ep. 239
Living for comfort is a mistake. Yes...if you seek comfort in all that you do, you will fail to grow and navigate the challenges of life. This interview is all about understanding your comfort zone and stepping outside that zone so that you grow. Dr. Liz Bywater is our guest who shares her views on the comfort zone. Get the show notes for 238 | Getting Out of your Comfort Zone with Dr. Liz Bywater Click to Tweet: Listening to an amazing episode on Leaders in the Trenches with @GeneHammett @drliz...
Nov 28, 2016•19 min•Ep. 238
Communication is the backbone of everything we do. It is more than just words. Today's guest is Dr. Nick Morgan. Nick's company is Public Words. He shares insights about communication that will surprise you and help you improve the way you connect with others. Listen to this interview to learn how to communicate at a higher level. Get the show notes for 237 | The Neuroscience of Communications with Nick Morgan Click to Tweet: Listening to an amazing episode on Leaders in the Trenches with @GeneH...
Nov 21, 2016•29 min•Ep. 237
What does your Soul have to do with Leadership? Howard Behar is the former President of Starbucks. On this episode, we discuss the connection between the soul and how we lead. How we show up every day is the rewarding challenging we can engage in, in order to remain in tune with life’s work. Howard’s key message is about valuing the people we serve. This is a first and foremost priority that comes before anything else. Get the show notes for 236 | Starbucks: Filling Your Soul With Howard Behar C...
Nov 14, 2016•23 min•Ep. 236
One year later, 48in48.org is pushing into new realms. They are doing another 48 websites for 48 nonprofits this year in Atlanta. And they are also doing another set of 48 websites for another 48 nonprofits in New York. This is a unique episode with so many guests. I interviewed different people involved to get their perspective of this movement. Also Adam Walker and Jeff Hilimire share with me the BIG vision for 48in 48.org. I really think they are crazy rebels for putting it out there and I lo...
Nov 07, 2016•28 min•Ep. 235
We all have times in our lives that force us to question the path we are on. We all have moments that make us choose a new direction. I have seen this for myself. And I have watched it in hundreds of others. This is about reinvention. Our guest today is Mike Pisciotta with Marketing Your Purpose. He shares his moment of reinvention that happened while in jail. Get the show notes for 234 | Making New Choices with Mike Pisciotta Click to Tweet: Listening to an amazing episode on Leaders in the Tre...
Oct 31, 2016•28 min•Ep. 234
In highly competitive markets, it is getting harder and harder to win the business. I specialize in helping companies grow by making them THE choice, not just a choice. This is about standing out and creating a company that does not have competition. This is a solo episode where I share key parts of my speech: Be THE Choice, Not Just A Choice. I give you 3 areas that allow you to win more business and work with more high-value clients. Don't miss this one. Get the show notes for 233 | Be THE Cho...
Oct 24, 2016•28 min•Ep. 233
Do you know the valuation of your company? I think that if even if you were not planning to sell your company soon or even in the next decade that you should know the valuation. My main reason is that understanding what increases the value of the company you have now will make it more profitable now. I interview John Shumate who specializes in valuations for technology and healthcare companies. He shares the essentials to valuations. Check out this episode to understand how to put a value on you...
Oct 17, 2016•27 min•Ep. 232
What’s your one thing? Today’s guest is Jay Papasan. He is the best selling author of The One Thing where he explores the unexpected simple truth behind impactful results. As entrepreneurs, it is more than common to try and tackle it all – but Jay challenges us to do that ONE thing that will get you soaring. Listen into this podcast to give yourself clarity on what is important in your day to day to-do list. Get the show notes for 231 | What is Your One Thing with Jay Papasan Click to Tweet: Lis...
Oct 10, 2016•27 min•Ep. 231
Today’s guest and author of Leadership Lessons from a UPS driver is Ron Wallace. Ron emphasized the importance of how true connection is even better than communication. An effective leader does not hold back secrets but rather shares them to gain input and feedback from his team. Ron points out the fundamental principle of giving praise to your team- something that is very simple but has been forgotten. Tune into this episode on the principles of Leadership Connection. Get the show notes for 230...
Oct 03, 2016•23 min•Ep. 230
Our Guest today is Tucker Max, CEO and author of Book in a Box. The philosophy at Book in a Box highlights that the best way to get an idea into the world, is through a book. The problem most people face is that books take too much time to write, and the traditional publishing process can be tedious and frustrating. Tucker shares with us the foundational values all authors must have when writing a book. Get the show notes for 229 | What You Need to Know About Writing a Book with Tucker Max Click...
Sep 26, 2016•29 min•Ep. 229
Our guest, Daniel Battan is the founder of “Beyond The Ceiling.” Daniel saw that the problem existent within many entrepreneurs was that they saw a “ceiling” for themselves - or in other words, a limited potential that could be reached. However, the “ceiling” is NOT the ultimate potential one can reach. There is ALWAYS more (think: “the sky”). Beyond The Ceiling is about stepping outside and realising that there is no ceiling in your capabilities. It is unlimited! Daniel brings a very grounded a...
Sep 19, 2016•30 min•Ep. 228
Getting someone to YES is a part of life. It might in business or in your personal life. Have you ever tried to get a 9-year-old to say YES to clean his room? Well, it takes certain skills. Our guest is Matthew Kimberley who shares insights on getting to YES in business. Matthew is a sales master and his wisdom on sales will help you grow your business. Get the show notes for 227 | Getting to Yes. The Art of Professional Persuasion with Matthew Kimberley Click to Tweet: Listening to an amazing e...
Sep 12, 2016•27 min•Ep. 227
Today’s guest is best selling author, Russell Brunson. Russell’s mission is about helping small business entrepreneurs start and scale their online companies. His software company ClickFunnels is one of the top super affiliates in the world. Learn how Russell uses his own personality and personal stories to connect with his audience and grow his business. Find out how you can do the same. Get the show notes for 226 | What is Success? with Russell Brunson Click to Tweet: Listening to an amazing e...
Sep 05, 2016•26 min•Ep. 226
When you are ready to take your service business to the next level, this is the episode for you. This one is about how to scale your service based business. I chatted with Mandi Ellefson to uncover the key steps to scaling with systems in your business. We talk about the aspecting of scaling that gets in the way too. Get the show notes for 225 | How to Scale Your Service Business with Mandi Ellefson Click to Tweet: Listening to an amazing episode on Leaders in the Trenches with @GeneHammett @Ma...
Aug 29, 2016•25 min•Ep. 225
Learning to "Think Bigger" is huge part of your growth at a personal and professional level. I have pulled out the big gun for today's episode. I am honored to interview Sean Stephenson who stands 3 feet tall (and faced so many challenges in his life). Sean shares with us how to think bigger and not let your circumstances dictate how you dream. Thinking bigger is like a muscle that you have to use or you risk losing it. Get the show notes for 224 | Thinking Bigger From the Amazing 3 Foot Tall Se...
Aug 22, 2016•29 min•Ep. 224
