About this Episode: People with a sense of purpose have a reason for living; they care deeply about their existence! When we tap into purpose, it fuels everything we do—from work to relationships to growth. It’s what drives us to show up with authenticity, intention and resilience, even on the hardest days. Purpose isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s the foundation of real success and impact. Insightful Moments: [13:00] - Artificial Intelligence can help people get more work done; however, the cost i...
Jun 02, 2025•50 min
About this Episode: Purpose lies at the intersection of your core values, your strengths, and the meaningful impact you aim to create for others. It’s not solely about “what” you do, but also “why” you do it—and “who” ultimately benefits. True purpose integrates personal fulfillment with service beyond yourself. When clearly defined, purpose becomes a powerful driver of contribution; it aligns teams, inspires innovation, and fuels long-term performance. In today’s business landscape, purpose isn...
May 19, 2025•51 min
About this Episode: Purpose is about being clear on what you truly want and doing something you’re deeply passionate about, knowing that you are impacting others in a meaningful way. It touches on clarity, authenticity, and service. That level of honesty with yourself is where real alignment begins. About the Guest: Rob Goddard is a coach, author, and wellness advocate dedicated to helping people drop the emotional masks and live more authentically. With over a decade of experience in personal d...
Apr 28, 2025•1 hr 6 min
Podcast Episode Description: Purpose centers on creating a lasting impact. It involves understanding your strengths and passions, and then seeking opportunities to utilize them for the greater good. By harnessing your talents to create positive change, you can find true meaning and fulfillment in your endeavors. About the Guest: Jay Conger is the Henry R. Kravis Chaired Professor of Leadership at Claremont McKenna College. Author of 15 books on the topic of leadership, Jay's research spans the t...
Mar 17, 2025•47 min
Podcast Episode Description: Purpose is about tuning into your inner voice, cultivating courage, and empowering yourself to rise to future challenges with confidence. When we adopt a mindset that acknowledges the profound impact of our leadership on others, we’re compelled to harness our influence to uplift and take care of those around us, driving positive transformation. About the Guest: Kevin is a best-selling author, global thought leader and CEO coaching expert, keynote speaker, and pioneer...
Feb 05, 2025•52 min
About this Episode: As business leaders, we must continue to innovate by doing things differently to meet the ever-changing demands of the market. When it comes to DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion), it is imperative that we be open to change and different perspectives, and fully embrace DEI to address the constant shifting of customer needs. The work of DEI, although challenging at times, is needed more than ever, and we must have a strong understanding of the “3 I's” (Intrapersonal, Interp...
Jan 07, 2025•50 min
About this Episode: Purpose is the recognition that each individual has unique gifts and talents that only they, themselves, can share with the world. Your purpose is specifically assigned to you to fulfill it; it is up to you to deliver it to better people’s lives. About the Guest: Enrique is the CEO of Triad Leadership Solutions LLC, and served 26 years in the United States Navy. Enrique was named on the power list of the Top 200 (#76) thought leaders to follow by PeopleHum, a nominee of the t...
Nov 18, 2024•47 min•Season 2Ep. 1
About this Episode: Purpose is about finding who you are, and living it out loud and proud! Your purpose is constantly changing and will guide you to the right people and places that you belong. At its core, purpose is about intention. When you lean into each moment with intentionality, you elevate your life and those around you. About the Guest: Del Smith resides in the D.C. metro area, and serves as the Director of Culture and Engagement for the award-winning public affairs agency, Global Stra...
Sep 18, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 79
About this Episode: Living life on purpose means having good intentions and being true to who you are. About the Guest: Brad Parks enjoys 30 years experience in community engagement, organizational governance, and secure social commerce technology consulting and development. In 2014, he leveraged that experience to fund the acquisition of the Hollywood Film Festival. He is currently the Chief Executive Officer of that organization’s HoldCo and Executive Producer of the Festival and its growing g...
Apr 24, 2023•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 78
About this Episode: Purpose is leaving the world a better place than when you found it. You do that by collaborating with the most amazing and smartest people to make the biggest difference! About the Guest: Stu Heinecke (Hi-neck) started his career combining marketing with a one-in-a-million mentorship with top cartoonists from Playboy and The New Yorker, resulting in a new genre of direct mail and hundreds of record-breaking campaigns for some of the world’s biggest direct marketers. A twice-n...
Apr 03, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 77
About this Episode: Being purposeful is about taking accountability for our lives, and realizing that we have the power to change our current circumstances that’ll lead us to a brighter future. About the Guest: For over two decades, Coach Dan Gordon has been taking bold entrepreneurs on an exciting journey into unlimited success. In workshops, coaching, and large-venue speaking, Coach Dan blasts entrepreneurs past their limitations, providing new pathways to success that most never dreamed possi...
Mar 27, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 75
About this Episode: Purpose is to learn, grow and be better, and then share those valuable lessons with others. About the Guest: Luke Krauss was born in the early 1990's as a millennial in a lower-middle class family. He spent most of his childhood doing anything and everything that involved physical activity to burn off his extremely high level of energy often involving competitive soccer and hockey, or his mother asking him to organize the shoe closet or really anything for that matter, becaus...
Mar 13, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 74
About this Episode: Purpose is leading your life at the highest state of integrity in alignment with your authentic self. When you focus more on what you want, your life will expand and improve. Have the courage to pause, reflect and answer your calling and you will reach a life of purpose, meaning, and fulfillment. About the Guest: Terry Tillman, an internationally recognized consultant, lives a life of service: he supports people in their quest for what they want by encouraging spiritual devel...
Feb 20, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 73
About this Episode: On this episode, Dr. Michael J. Breus (The Sleep Doctor), a double board-certified Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Sleep Specialist, discussed a variety of helpful topics that include the importance of sleep, the current state of mental health, and tools to effectively manage stress and be more present. If you’re interested in finding out your chronotype (early bird or night owl), please visit: www.chronoquiz.com About the Guest: Dr. Michael J. Breus (The Sleep Doctor), is...
Jan 23, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 72
Podcast Episode Description: To lead a life of meaning and fulfillment is to sit still with our thoughts and be able to observe them. When we live in the present, we have a greater sense of appreciation for life, and we treat people with compassion; as a result, the world is kinder and better off. About the Guest: Rob Dube (Du-bae) is the Co-Founder, Owner, and Board Chair of imageOne. imageOne has been recognized as a Top 25 Small Businesses in America on the list of Forbes Small Giants, an Inc...
Dec 12, 2022•52 min•Season 1Ep. 71
About this Episode: Purpose is living your life and doing what you’re meant to do. Find out why you’re here, what motivates you, and how you can do more of it to bring you joy. About the Guest: Dr. James O. Rodgers has practiced diversity management as an enterprise performance tool for over 35 years. He is recognized by his colleagues as one of the leading strategists and the #1 thought leader in the field of diversity management. He is known as “The Diversity Coach.” Dr. Rodgers has been a beh...
Nov 21, 2022•48 min•Season 1Ep. 70
About this Episode: Get into flow state to create a safe space that allows you to step outside of your comfort zone and let your artistic side to shine. You heal and are able to step into your greatness when you’re able to express yourself fully and creatively while living in alignment with who you truly are. About the Guest: Gavin Masumiya (Mas-sue-mee-ya) believes that the quality of your life comes from your ability to communicate. He is the founder of FlowFam, a nonjudgmental collective spac...
Nov 07, 2022•50 min•Season 1Ep. 69
About this Episode: When you are on purpose, you’re in deep listening and harmony with yourself. During this process, your body and mind are aligned and that’s when creativity and joyfulness blossom. When you take full ownership of your life and you’re heavily involved with your own journey of becoming coupled with a sense of realism and passion for living, you can find greater clarity and meaning in life. About the Guest: Alternately called the “Storyteller in Chief” and “Chief Articulation Off...
Oct 19, 2022•52 min•Season 1Ep. 68
About this Episode: Purpose is knowing that you matter and that you are what makes up the fabric of society. By showing up courageously and powerfully, you inspire others to do the same. “Don’t wait to be like Beyoncé to feel influential.” You can feel and be influential starting now! About the Guest: Tsitsi Zawaira (Tsi tsi) has a B.A in International Studies/Women and Gender Studies from Winona State University, MN and M.A in International Studies with a specialized focus on Gender Based Viole...
Oct 17, 2022•48 min•Season 1Ep. 67
About this Episode: Purpose is what we're meant to do; it is the reason that we are in this life. It is unfolding and informed by our background, values, and beliefs about the world. When we fully embrace our purpose, we become the best version of ourselves, thus making the biggest impact in communities we’re a part of for the better. About the Guest: Sarah Hinkfuss (Hank-fest) is a Partner at Bain Capital Ventures, one of the world’s leading investment firms, and works with growth-stage founder...
Sep 28, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 66
About this Episode: Find the desire of your heart and people who can instill inspiration in you! You can call them mentors, teachers or simply friends, but whatever their role is, ensure they believe in you and help make you see that the impossible is possible! About the Guest: Keyen Lage is a former NFL Athlete turned Life / Dating Success Coach for Established Top Performers specializing in Feminine / Masculine Dynamics. After almost becoming paralyzed during a football injury in the National ...
Sep 19, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 66
About this Episode: Purpose is about connecting good people with amazing opportunities. By giving rather than taking, we add value to people’s lives. And by adding to theirs, we get to add to ours as well. About the Guest: Neal Bloom is the CEO of Rising Tide Partners and Managing Partner at Interlock Capital. Through his grassroots effort in multiple organizations, Mr. Bloom has helped build a tech community that helps entrepreneurs and companies grow and succeed in San Diego. He chaired local ...
Sep 06, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 65
About this Podcast Episode: Dr. Silvia Mah is a redemptive entrepreneur and investor, and a servant leader who believes purpose is about fully honoring our story so that we can show up authentically to serve people. Purpose is about equipping people with the right skills and mindset so they can venture forward and start that business, and getting people access to the right opportunities so that they can make a positive impact in the world. About the Guest: Dr. Silvia Mah is currently the Directo...
May 02, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 65
About this Episode: Dr. MayKao Y. Hang (Hon), Vice President of Strategic Initiatives, and Founding Dean, Morrison Family College of Health at the University of St. Thomas, has extensive experience working in the public and nonprofit sectors. She was able to share some wise lessons on living life with purpose. Below are some of her perspectives: - People who chase purpose know their time on earth is limited; they know they have one chance to live their best life possible. - People want to feel i...
Mar 28, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 63
About this Episode: Purpose is naturally embedded within us; it is about identifying our unique skills and then applying them to create value for others. At its core, purpose is empowering people to obtain the freedom to choose how and where they’re going to make a living, and then encouraging them to live a meaningful life. About the Guest: Brant Cooper is The New York Times bestselling author of The Lean Entrepreneur, and CEO and Founder of Moves The Needle. He is a trusted adviser to startups...
Mar 01, 2022•42 min•Season 1Ep. 62
About this Episode: Gary Fowler, an award-winning serial entrepreneur and investor with 17 companies, two Unicorns and a successful IPO, states that purpose is about doing the right thing - meaning treating people how we want to be treated. Whatever we think is fair, true and just, follow that path and then spread positive energy along the way. To achieve success, we must surround ourselves with people who are kind, because when we, too, are kind, they are more likely to support us in our journe...
Feb 16, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 61
About this Episode: Purpose starts with traveling. The moment we travel and be in service to others around the world, we gain greater clarity about our place on earth. About the Guest: Gene Moran is an award-winning consultant and lobbyist. His work advising clients in the defense and security industry dramatically improves federal sales outcomes. The results of Gene’s work are measured in the billions of dollars. Website: https://www.genemoran.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genemoran...
Jan 24, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 60
About this Episode: Author, motivation speaker and cancer warrior, Terry Tucker, says purpose is about clarity; it helps us define our goals, dreams and aspirations with certainty. To those who may not know what their purpose is, Terry says to keep searching for it with an open heart and never give up. Terry encourages us to not compare ourselves to others because everyone is on their unique path. We must live fully by embracing the challenges we encounter and see them as opportunities for growt...
Dec 28, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 59
About this Episode: Clay Smeltzer, founder of the Purpose Infused Brotherhood, states that purpose is about taking care of ourselves so that we can contribute to the world in meaningful ways. Purpose helps us set good intentions, guides us to be the best version of ourself, and leads us to who we truly are. The elements that we must address in order to live a purposeful life are: owning the choices we make, loving our story, and living with intention. Once these areas are addressed, our lives wi...
Dec 06, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 58
About this Episode: Raj Goodman Anand, a serial entrepreneur and recipient of multiple prestigious awards, states that purpose is something that guides us through life, and motivates us to get out of bed in the morning to chase after our Big, Hairy, Audacious Goal (BHAG). To be on purpose or get to a place where we can truly be our authentic self, we must find mentors and peer groups that can inspire us, encourage us to honor and celebrate ourselves more, and help us level up in both our persona...
Nov 15, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 57
