johnregister.beehiiv.com Amputate to Elevate: Transforming Adversity into Advantage John Register is a force of nature and a recent Hall of Fame Speaker recognized by the National Speakers Association. He is renowned for his expertise in helping companies embrace change amidst disruption and uncertainty. John ignites a fire in the hearts of his audience. When you book John, you bring in a change catalyst with lived experience who will challenge your audience to think bigger, push harder, and tra...
Feb 28, 2025•41 min•Ep. 40
In this video, Laurie Guzman interviews Valerie Pettis and Mike Connell to share their beautiful story of partnership, mentorship, and how Mike sold his business to Valerie, his employee. Join us as we talk about: ✔️ The secret sauce to having a successful business ✔️ The importance of building your legacy ✔️ Maintaining good professional relationships with other small local businesses and clients ✔️ Personal stories of Valerie and Mike of stepping out despite fear ✔️ The impact and evolution of...
Feb 01, 2023•41 min
In this video, Laurie Guzman interviews Albert Sousa, Principal Broker (NMLS #1676384) and owner at Mortgage Apex (NMLS #2026740) in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Join us as we talk about: ✔️ Albert’s introduction into the world of mortgages. ✔️ Surrounding yourself with a powerful circle of influences, personally & professionally. Mortgage Apex Corporation https://www.mortgageapex.com/ 196 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Unit I Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 Phone: (850) 972-8527 Fax: (850) 972-8527 albert@m...
Oct 02, 20220
Laurie Guzman interviews Cheryl DeSantis, Chief People & Diversity Officer at SmileDirectClub. With more than 20 years of experience, Cheryl enables the growth of the business through its team members, striving to maintain SmileDirectClub’s strong company culture through values based leadership. Join us as we talk about: Cheryl's Upcoming Book: Steel Backbone, Soft Heart; & other topics like, How Your Emotional "Why?" Drives Front Line Workers to Higher Productivity. https://www.cheryldesantis.c...
Jul 15, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 35
In this video, Laurie Guzman interviews Sashank Purighalla, Founder and CEO of BOS Framework, a technology entrepreneur who is taking changing the way companies are using the cloud. Join us as we talk about: ✔️How and why BOS Framework was launched ✔️The ups and downs of of employing people worldwide with a virtual workforce ✔️ How BOS can develop software 70% faster while reducing expenses ✔️ The sacrifices Sashank is making to grow his business and help companies achieve their goals https://ww...
Jun 10, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 32
In this video, Laurie Guzman interviews former CEO of Bridgestone Americas, Gary Garfield. Join us as we talk about: ✔️ How he transitioned to the position of CEO from being General Counsel ✔️ How he lead the company to grow 500% year after year ✔️ Changing culture and climate of a large organization ✔️ His brand new book: Driving Results Details on his book: Driving Results Studies have shown that over two-thirds of all corporate change efforts fail to achieve their goals. As CEO of Bridgestone...
May 27, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 31
In this episode, Laurie Guzman interviews Jamie George, a personal coach and author who is changing the lives of so many people. And organizations. Jamie has dedicated his life to helping successful professionals get unstuck and clear-minded. Join us as we talk about: ✔️ Unhealthy vs healthy ways of relating to people ✔️ Conflict resolution tools ✔️ The difference between guilt and shame ✔️ The difference between counseling and coaching ✔️ Understanding what is true to be grounded and to remove ...
May 20, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 30
In this video, Laurie Guzman interviews Gail Pulliam who manages and serves people and their families who are (or considering to be in) in the assisted living, memory care, and independent living communities of Redstone Village. Join us as we talk about: ✔️ How to access the necessary help for your loved ones ✔️ How do you know when the time is right to transition your loved ones. ✔️ How to talk to your loved ones about moving. ✔️ What to look for and how to prepare for a bend in the roads. ✔️ W...
May 13, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 29
In this video, Laurie Guzman interviews, Michele Roberts-Bauer, President of ABC Heart of America Chapter. Michele is passionate about helping people and her community. Join us as we talk about: ✔️ How she started in this industry ✔️ How ABC empowers people and builds community ✔️ How their network battle solutions as a team ✔️ The importance of building relationships ✔️ The construction industry is a powerful way to grow personally and make a good living https://www.abcksmo.org Become a member ...
May 06, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 28
In this episode, Laurie interviews another amazing woman serial entrepreneur, Gina Butler otherwise known for her franchise bakery: Gigi’s Cupcakes. Join us as we talk about: ✔️ starting early in life as an entrepreneur ✔️ building a successful business and franchises ✔️ the importance of using failure and rejection ✔️ why life balance is important ✔️ her soon coming ventures Connect with Gina gigibutler.com New vitamins coming soon: https://www.bluecorelabs.com Special thanks to: https://southw...
Apr 29, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 27
In this video, Andy Sneed, former President and CEO, now Chairman, of Wasco Masonry, a multi-million dollar leading business out of Tennessee, shares insights from his experiences in the family business. Join us as we talk about: ✔️ growing a multi-generational business ✔️ his involvement in ministry and serving people ✔️ the importance of building people up and developing mentors ✔️ the wisdom in having multiple revenue streams and being good stewards while preparing for downturns ✔️ not being ...
Apr 22, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 26
In this episode, Kimberly Williams shares her struggles and how she has used adversity in her life as ammunition to propel her into success. Kimberly is a serial entrepreneur who is passionate about helping people achieve personal and financial success. Join us as we talk about: ✔️ Using adversity to push you forward ✔️ Leaving Corporate America to leap into entrepreneurship ✔️ Her perspective as a female in a male-dominated world and also as a woman of color ✔️ Cutting losses and learning from ...
Apr 15, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 25
In this episode, Laurie interviews Chad Hill, President of Temple Beth Shalom. He shares his personal story of converting to Judaism. Join us as we talk about: ✔️ His history in Christianity ✔️ His conversion journey to finding truth ✔️ How his faith shapes his personal and business life ✔️ His role on the board of Temple Beth Shalom Temple Beth Shalom https://www.tbsfwb.com Temple Beth Shalom 227 Beal Parkway NW at Nature's Trail Court NW PO BOX 111 Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 850-862-6086 shal...
Apr 08, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 24
In this episode, Laurie interviews Ted Corcoran, President/CEO of the Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce. Having had experience in hospitality, and customer service, and as a previously elected official, Ted has a unique perspective. He brings together local businesses and nonprofits in Fort Walton Beach, as he leads his team of staff and volunteers to make an incredible impact in the community. Join us as we talk about: ✔️ What is the Chamber of Commerce ✔️ How the Chamber can assist anyone ...
Apr 01, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 24
In this episode, Mike Paulzak, Managing Partner at Term Provider, shares his personal story of getting into the family business. Mike sees himself as a life coach and he shares their strategy to “selling” insurance. Join us as we talk about: ✔️ The family business ✔️ The importance of life insurance and who needs it ✔️ The backstory of “Home of the Big Lou” ✔️ How they coach people and work alongside them to get them the right insurance for their needs https://www.bigloulife.com/ https://www.ter...
Mar 25, 2022•45 min
In this episode, Laurie interviews Lynne Ingram, Judicial Candidate for Eighth Circuit Court of Davidson County, Adjunct Professor of Law. Join us as we talk about: ✔️ How Lynne has had to rise above adversity, injustice, and difficulties in order to help others ✔️ The importance of Lady Justice ✔️ Her passion for childcare and serving in the community ✔️ Why she is running for Eighth Circuit Court Judge Campaign Website: https://bit.ly/LynneIngram_for_Judge Company: Robinson Reagan & Young, LLC...
Mar 18, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 21
Join Laurie in this episode of the Inside Story Hunters podcast as she gets the Inside Story (and experience) of LexLive, located in Lexington, KY. This exciting venue is the perfect location as Cameron Jones, the Sales & Marketing Director at LexLive, and also Lyle, the Customer Relations Manager share what their team is doing to make LexLive a phenomenal experience for everyone that visits. They are truly taking hospitality to the next level to impact their community and make a difference. Wha...
Mar 11, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 20
In this episode, Laurie interviews Jeremy Park, cityCURRENT CEO. Jeremy is highly motivated to help people achieve growth in their personal, business, and spiritual life by teaching the power of relationships and through volunteerism. Join us as we talk about: ✔️ The power in understanding right relationships ✔️ The importance of shifting to grow ✔️ How volunteerism is the mechanism for growth ✔️ Why giving leads to growth Jeremy C. Park is a corporate executive and philanthropist, an author of ...
Mar 04, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 19
In this episode, Laurie interviews Coach Jeff Darnell. His entire life is about paying it forward and impacting the lives of children and their families. Join us as we talk about: ✔️ How First Tee TN is building character in youth as they learn to play golf ✔️ Boys and Girls Club of Middle TN’s goal of meeting the needs of children ✔️ The importance of training up the next generation to be productive and successful individuals ✔️ Circumstances in life builds character Coach Jeff Darnell, a Nashv...
Feb 25, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this episode of Inside Story Hunters, Matt Martin, Founder, and President of BluCities Environmental and Health Services tells us about how he is keeping people safe. His company has cleaning solutions and products that are literally saving lives and changing how people are keeping healthy. Join us as we talk about: ✔️ cleaning vs sanitizing ✔️ revolutionary products such as e-water (HOCL) ✔️ the ability to sanitize stadiums, schools, medical facilities, businesses and residences in seconds ✔...
Feb 18, 2022•56 min
In this episode, I interviewed an incredible lady, Joan Jerome-Conne who is a true pioneer, a trailblazing woman, who helped set the foundation for healthcare today. She considers herself a change agent and boy is she! She has been a coach, a teacher, an entrepreneur, a nurse and so much more. She was instrumental in the 60’s to usher in the lamaze method of childbirth, not only helping birthing parents, but educating doctors and medical staff as well. She is a true inspiration and she continues...
Feb 11, 2022•39 min
In this episode of Inside Story Hunters Podcast Laurie Guzman interviews long-time friend and business partner, Michael Valletta of Quick Cuts Media, out of Nashville TN. Quick Cuts Media is one of ISH Sponsors. Join us as we talk about: ✔️ how important relationships are to business growth ✔️ how media when done well can change your business ✔️ how following up on one cold call landed a large franchise account Michael has a vast knowledge in tv, radio, and video production that dates back to hi...
Feb 08, 2022•53 min
In this episode, I am telling my own story of how I started this podcast. It was not easy and it still isn't easy! But I hope that in sharing my heart and my own story that you will be inspired to do what you have been putting off doing. I ask some really hard questions....questions that I hope you will ask yourself and answer. I also share a 90 day review of all that has happened since launching Inside Story Hunters Podcast. Connect With Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauriewithastory...
Jan 28, 2022•16 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In this video, Laurie interviews Scott Schaper, President of RSM Marketing located in Wichita, KS. Scott and his team are making a huge impact on so many companies by not only stewarding their marketing dollars well but also building long-lasting relationships with their clients. Scott has many nuggets to share in this podcast, including the importance of SEO. RSM was founded in 2010 with the goal of making enterprise-level marketing talent, tools, and technologies accessible to middle-market co...
Jan 21, 2022•38 min
What a privilege and honor it has been to learn about Ketamine treatments and meet the staff and clients of AMG Ketamine & Wellness Center located right outside of Nashville, TN. Be sure to listen to all three podcasts to get the full scope of not only what Ketamine can do for people, but also to learn more about this wonderful practice. The links to the other two will be below. In this episode of Inside Story Hunters Podcast, I want you to meet Nurse Dawn Forhetz of AMG and hear her own incredi...
Jan 14, 2022•30 min
In this episode, Laurie Guzman interviews an amazing entrepreneur who is impacting Nashville, TN, and beyond with her unique gallery. FlashMe Xperience: Flash Me is a gallery designed to promote creative freedom that inspires, motivates, and depicts hope. This unique gallery provides venue rentals, expressive concept experiences, as well as provides space rental opportunities for videography/photography entrepreneurs. About the Artist: Nichole Nunn, a native of North Nashville and a graduate of ...
Jan 07, 2022•32 min
Laurie Guzman interviews her former boss and friend, Yolanda Harris-Jackson, to get the Inside Story on how her life was radically transformed, not only in her career path, but also her emotional and spiritual journey to living out the God plan for her and her families life. Building a family legacy of love through stronger marriages and real estate is the mission for Yolanda Harris-Jackson. Yolanda is a native of Nashville, TN with an intensive background in customer service, leadership and spe...
Dec 31, 2021•40 min
In this podcast, Laurie gets the honor and privilege to dive deep with an incredible Rabbi to understand Judaism through his eyes and how the congregation at Temple Beth Shalom are making an impact in their community. Website: www.tbsfwb.com Contact Rabbi D: 850-862-6086 www.onehopefulplace.org Rabbi M. Robert Delcau was born in New Rochelle, New York and grew up outside Nashville, Tennessee. And – he is a southerner, bringing himself back to his roots on the Emerald Coast. Along his path, he at...
Dec 24, 2021•42 min
Join me today as I talk with Debbie Tropauer, a local resident of Williamson County, Tennessee and a former nurse at Williamson Medical Center. Debbie bravely shares her story of dealing with the unthinkable loss of a child and how Dr. Malchow and the AMG Ketamine & Wellness Center has brought her back to life. Nine years ago, Debbie and her family suffered a tremendous loss, a horrific trauma. They lost their son Ryan as a result of a freak accident. Ryan and his friends were doing something th...
Dec 17, 2021•42 min•Ep. 8
Deborah Ward leads the company’s Nationwide operations and oversees the ongoing expansion efforts into emerging markets. As an executive and thought leader promoting diversity initiatives, she is responsible for Televergence’s 30+ year legacy of unparalleled customer service, integrity, and transparency in the telecommunications world. The performance of Televergence is supported by an average customer retention rate that exceeds 15 years. Early in Deb’s career she saw an opportunity she just co...
Dec 10, 2021•37 min•Ep. 7
