Mary Louise VanNatta, CAE has consulted with organizations and nonprofit associations since 1986 as owner of VanNatta Public Relations (VPR) and more recently its sister company Spire Management. As a popular social columnist, she writes the weekly "Out and About with Mary Louise VanNatta" for the Statesman Journal newspaper in the Capitol City of Salem, Oregon. Since 2009 she has been covering the comings and goings of those involved in nonprofit events and has also been writing a monthly busin...
Jun 30, 2015•35 min
Andrea Lake is the Founder and CEO of Lessons.biz and Co-Founder of Mentor Mojo. Both are e-learning platforms to help hyper accelerate entrepreneurs on their journey to success. She has founded 14 companies since she was 18 years old, includingStickerJunkie.com and YogaJunkie, as well as Delinquent Distribution which owned the merchandise sales rights on massive brands including: Minecraft, World of Warcraft, Call of Duty, Walking Dead, The Hobbit, etc. She has recently lectured at Harvard, and...
Jun 16, 2015•30 min
Aaron Walker is a life coach to some of today's most successful businessmen. Drawing on his own success in business, he now teaches others how to live their best life and pursue excellence always. Press and hold link to visit the page Shownotes Page
Jun 02, 2015•34 min
Kim Doyal -- aka "The Wordpress Chick" -- knows a thing or two about winning on the online business field. In today's episode of the Play Your Position Podcast, listen in to hear Kim's journey from barely getting by to flourishing beyond her wildest dreams with her Internet based lifestyle business. Arguably one of today's most successful female online business owners, Kim shares insights about how anyone can achieve success online and build a lifestyle business that gives them happiness, satisf...
May 21, 2015•35 min
Renee DiBiaso is the creator of the award-winning marriage success system called The Relationship Roadmap, and author of “The Relationship Manual: How to Overcome The Swamps and Quicksands of Couplehood.” Renee and her husband Brian are considered the “Go To Couple” for anyone who wants a legendary love and marriage filled with trust, friendship, and passion. They teach couples how to have a relationship that fulfills them in mind, body, heart, and soul. Renee believes that no matter what has ha...
May 05, 2015•42 min
Chris Yonker is a lifelong student of human potential who embraces a uniquely collaborative approach to professional and personal development; one that encompasses the principles of leadership, classical sales training, and neuro-linguistic programming (NLP). He works with senior executives, entrepreneurs and highly motivated salespeople who aspire to top levels of performance and achievement. His gift is in helping people define their improvement initiatives, set realistic goals for executing t...
Apr 21, 2015•31 min
Meredith Berkich is no stranger to adversity and overcoming what seem like insurmountable odds to lead her teams to victory. An executive leaders in the Direct Selling Industry for years, Meredith has successfully taken companies she's worked for to multiple victories. Listen in to hear Meredith share her story and tips for getting past the blocks that confound just about everyone on the way to the championship. Press and hold link to visit the page Shownotes Page Below is a free resource to hel...
Apr 07, 2015•33 min
With a rich history as a successful entrepreneur and businessman, as well as an avid baseball fan, Jay B. Myers -- founder and CEO of Interactive Solutions Inc. (ISI) -- knows a thing or two about winning in today's competitive and challenging climate. While the Great Recession knocked out most companies in his category, Jay bucked the trend of failure during the tough times and GREW his technology entity ISI from $11 Million to $25 despite the downturn in the economy. An inspiration to many and...
Mar 24, 2015•32 min
In today's episode of the Play Your Position Podcast, young entrepreneur MiMi Chau dives into the power of juicing as a business and as a way of life. MiMi's story is inspirational on many levels, so be sure to tune in and listen to her share her story about following her passion and showing up to play her best position every single day. Press and hold link to visit the page Shownotes Page Below is a free resource to help you up YOUR game! http://PlayYourPositionPodcast.com/core...
Mar 10, 2015•27 min
What does it take to stay relevant in a crowded and noisy marketplace? How do you connect your products or services with the right audience? And what's the deal with SEO these days? Tune in to hear my conversation with Kai Davis, a leading expert in ecommerce and digital marketing, who answers these questions and more. Press and hold link to visit the page Shownotes Page Below is a free resource to help you up YOUR game! http://PlayYourPositionPodcast.com/core...
Feb 24, 2015•29 min
In this episode of the Play Your Position Podcast, host Mary Lou Kayser looks back at the first year of her podcast, sharing 3 big insights with listeners about what the content creation experience and podcast journey has revealed -- and why it matters. Below is a free resource to help you up YOUR game! http://PlayYourPositionPodcast.com/core
Feb 10, 2015•22 min
No none likes losing, yet it is a fact of life for all of us. Listen in to hear Mary Lou's insights about losing on a personal level, as well as from the universal side of things so that the next time you get the chance to compete, you'll have a fresh perspective on how to get the most of it, no matter the outcome. Below is a free resource to help you up YOUR game! http://PlayYourPositionPodcast.com/core
Jan 27, 2015•16 min
Emily Duff is a Manhattan based artist who fronts the Emily Duff Band. Compared to the likes of Patti Smith, Bob Dylan, and Steve Earle, she is one of the best singer songwriters of her generation. In today's episode of the Play Your Position Podcast, listen in to hear Emily's story about how music found her when she was four years old, along with her insights on living the artist's life in a technology driven world. Press and hold link to visit the page Shownotes Page Below is a free resource t...
Jan 13, 2015•33 min
What better way to kick off 2015 than with a challenge about playing your position? As one year ends and a new year begins, our natural inclination is to look back as well as ahead. Just like the start of a new football game is full of optimism and anticipation, so too does a new year bring with it the promise of possibility for each of us. In today's episode of the Play Your Position Podcast, I offer up a challenge about how to head into 2015 so that it truly is a year you will see forward moti...
Jan 06, 2015•12 min
How can you leverage social media on a bigger scale for your business, your brand, your message? Guy Kawasaki and Peg Fitzpatrick have some good ideas in their book, The Art of Social Media: Power Tips for Power Users. This is my review of that book.
Dec 09, 2014•18 min
Parenting and entrepreneurship have a lot in common -- and present unique challenges to the people who choose to pursue both at the same time! Mary Kathryn Johnson knows first hand how to succeed at both. Listen in to hear how she -- and thousands of Parent Entrepreneurs -- do it. Press and hold link to visit the page Shownotes Page Below is a free resource to help you up YOUR game! http://PlayYourPositionPodcast.com/core...
Dec 02, 2014•37 min
The story of Russ Thompson, turkey master extraordinairre, and what happened the year he bought a 40 pound turkey for Thanksgiving.
Nov 26, 2014•14 min
When it comes to connecting people and building teams that matter, look no further than Doug Goodrum to get the job done. Despite having the odds stacked against him as a high school drop out, discover how Doug overcame this obstacle and went on to experience much career success. Press and hold link to visit the page Shownotes Page Below is a free resource to help you up YOUR game! http://PlayYourPositionPodcast.com/core...
Nov 18, 2014•28 min
In memory of my grandfather, a doctor in the Army who served in World War II, and in honor of all vets everywhere past, present, and future, this is my audio postcard. Thank you.
Nov 11, 2014•12 min
Mary Sheehan knows first hand the excitement and fear that comes with the decision to change positions after 20 years of a successful career in pharmacy. In today's episode, listen as Mary shares how she knew it was time to play a different position and the difference making that decision is having in her life. Press and hold link to visit the page Shownotes Page Below is a free resource to help you up YOUR game! http://PlayYourPositionPodcast.com/core...
Nov 04, 2014•27 min
Olivia West is a leader in a new wave of doing business in the 21st century that truly is a family affair. With her husband Norman West and their three children, Olivia is blazinig a trail for creating wealth while living your passion and the principles of servant leadership. Press and hold link to visit the page Shownotes Page Below is a free resource to help you up YOUR game! http://PlayYourPositionPodcast.com/core...
Oct 28, 2014•24 min
Tracy Imm is a premier communications strategist who understands the importance of investing in yourself if you're serious about winning big games in business and life. She also practices the art of the side hustle, something all professionals need to consider in this rapidly shifting economy. Press and hold link to visit the page Shownotes Page Below is a free resource to help you up YOUR game! http://PlayYourPositionPodcast.com/core...
Oct 21, 2014•23 min
Live events, conferences and workshops are common experiences for many professionals. Whether good or not so great, they can offer valuable takeaways for the savvy attendee. In today's show, Mary Lou shares insights and practical tips for making the most of your next conference or workshop experience, including three specific things you can do to maximize every live event opportunity.
Oct 14, 2014•24 min
Kelly Fidel doesn't mess around when it comes to landing big corporate clients -- or mentoring entrepreneurs on taking their businesses into the end zone. On the eve of launchng her latest project No Glass Ceiling, Kelly is committed to helping 1 million women worldwide shatter their own glass ceilings. Press and hold link to visit the page Shownotes Page Below is a free resource to help you up YOUR game! http://PlayYourPositionPodcast.com/core...
Oct 07, 2014•28 min
Robb Price is an award winning social entrepreneur with a passion for building businesses while giving back to the communities where he operates. He grew up in the U.S. and moved to Canada in 2003 where he currently oversees the daily operations of his company, DeliverGood.org, an organization that manages in kind donations for hundreds of charities and clients throughout North America. Press and hold link to visit the page Shownotes Page Below is a free resource to help you up YOUR game! http:/...
Sep 30, 2014•31 min
Ginna Kayser is about to start her freshman year at the University of Oregon Clark Honors College. Representing the next generation of 21st century leaders, Ginna is planning to pursue a career in medicine and is an inspiration to anyone who believes that young people are our future. Press and hold link to visit the page Shownotes Page Below is a free resource to help you up YOUR game! http://PlayYourPositionPodcast.com/core...
Sep 23, 2014•17 min
In celebration of Sally Hogshead's latest book launch for How the World Sees You, I explore the different personality assessments of the last 30 years including Myers-Briggs, Strengths Finder, The Color Code, and Kolbe. Having spent years studying the science of fascination, Sally is an expert in understanding how the world sees each of us -- and in turn, helps us make the most of those insights in our businesses, careers, and relationships. Listen in for a special limited time offer from Sally ...
Jul 01, 2014•20 min
In today's episode of the Play Your Position Podcast, Julie Starr Hook, founder of Five Starr Organizing and Design and author of the book, "From Frazzled to Freedom," talks about how she became a professional organizer, the big lesson she learned about being an early bird, and why writing & self-publishing a book could possibly be the best gift any entrepreneur or professional could give themselves. Press and hold link to visit the page Shownotes Page Below is a free resource to help you up...
Jun 26, 2014•24 min
In this episode of the Play Your Position Podcast, listen in to gain insights into what's going on with authors in today's rapidly changing publishing marketplace. If you are one of the 80% or more of people who say they want to write a book, you will definintely want to tune in! Press and hold link to visit the page Want to learn more about writing and self-publishing a book? Grab this FREE offer today! http://playyourpositionpodcast.com/book/...
Jun 11, 2014•15 min
In today's Play Your Position Podcast episode, host Mary Lou Kayser shares insights gleaned from the first 12 weeks of the show while reflecting on how her position as a Mom is about to change as her daughter gets ready to graduate from high school.
May 29, 2014•14 min
