Greetings and Felicitations

Welcome to the Greetings and Felicitations, a podcast where I explore topics which might not seem to be directly related to compliance but clearly influence our profession. Today we delve into the most controversial topics of the day with guest Ben Locwin. We speak about postmodernism - a philosophical movement that emerged in the late 1800s, challenging traditional views of universal truths and the idea of an objective reality. Ben believes that rejecting the thought process of our predecessors has become popular, with an emphasis on fashion and social media. He says it's important to get facts from reliable sources, not just from viral content. Ben stressed the importance of primary education, advocating for the teaching of scientific methods to uphold the value of evidence-based opinion. Join us on Greetings and Felicitations as we explore the pressing topics of today with genuine and thoughtful conversations. Key Highlights The Postmodern rejection of the Enlightenment and its impact on Society [00:05:10] Innovation and Disruption in Established Fields of Science [00:09:30] The Impact of Popular Culture on Society [00:13:41] The Perils of Social Media's Echo Chambers: Recognizing the Need for Evidence-Based Truths [00:17:51] The Dangers of Alternative Facts [00:22:10] Role of Primary Education in Constructive Correction and Critical Thinking [00:26:48] Notable Quotes 1.     "It's really a broad topic. It is an interesting 1 to me because it's  ultimately very philosophical, and I tend to try to stray away from that. On a daily basis." 2.     "Postmodernism suggests that it's fashionable to reject clear minded rational thinking. It basically distinguishes itself from other schools of thought by rejecting universal truths, by rejecting an objective reality." 3.     "Another big 1 is reject any idea that through the use of reason and logic that human beings can change themselves in societies for the better." 4.     "John Adams once observed, I'll have to paraphrase it, but something like facts are stubborn things. And whatever may be our wishes or inclinations or the dictates of our passions. They can't alter the state of facts and evidence."" Resources Ben Locwin on LinkedIn

Welcome to the Greetings and Felicitations, a podcast where I explore topics which might not seem to be directly related to compliance but clearly influence our profession. Experience insight and expertise with host Tom Fox in this podcast featuring guests Michael and Melissa Novelli, co-founders of Pawtastic Friends. Pawtastic Friends is the designated charity for the Compliance Podcast Network. Michael and Melissa are dedicated to helping shelter and rescue dogs in the Las Vegas area become more adaptable, through enrichment training and activities such as yoga and aquatics training, as well as obedience and agility. This podcast is sure to tug on your heart strings, just listen to how sweet this one dog is! Tune in now to hear more from Michael and Melissa Novelli as they discuss their passion for helping pups in need. Key Highlights ·      Training for Dogs in Need at the Pawtastic Friends Rescue Center [00:05:03] ·      Impact of Dog Training Programs on Rescue Dogs [00:09:17] ·      Sponsorship for Dog Rescues [00:12:46] ·      The Healing Power of Animals [00:16:16] Quotes 1. "Rescue dogs aren't broken."  2. "It takes a village to help the animals, and we need it now more than ever."  3. "Without this program, these dogs just sit in boarding unless, you know, somebody comes and gets them out to walking."  4. "It's life changing for them and for the people that adopt them." Resources Pawtastic Friends https://www.pawtasticfriends.com/

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Jessica Schiller Silverman, host of the podcast at A.L.I.V.E., and discuss her presentation at PodfestExpo on the four elements of your mental health. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are: How to find freedom from trauma. How Chris Krimitos brings out the best in everyone. How to be safe, seen, and supported at PodfestExpo 2023. I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023, hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023, at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first-rate, with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together. PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics, and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family. Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer! I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering a discount on the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10.  PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series.

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Adam Flaherty, founder of the AnchorLine, which provides video services to the podcast industry. Additionally he podcasts at Modern Dadhood. We discuss his presentation at PodfestExpo on how to use video to increase your podcast reach. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are: Why you should incorporate video into your podcast. Strategies for using videos and the different types of videos. Networking for opportunities and learning.  I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first rate with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together. PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family.  Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer!  I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering a discount off the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10.  PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Nancy Barrows, one of the Top 50 Most Impactful People Of Linkedin, CoHost & Chief Engagement Officer @ Voice Your Vibe, Founder Chief Excitement Officer @ THE Chick With The Toolbelt and Keynote Speaker. We discuss her panel at PodfestExpo on strategies for using LinkedIn to drive growth and audience engagement. Some of the issues we highlight in this podcast are: Using LinkedIn to grow your audience and engagement. Why LinkedIn is such an under-used tool. Using the wisdom of other podcasts attending PodfestExpo to help grow your podcast. I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first rate with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.  PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family.  Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer!  I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering a discount off the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10.  PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Gordon Firemark, founder of the Law Offices of Gordon Firemark, which provides legal services to the podcast industry. Additionally he podcasts at the Entertainment Law Update. We discuss his presentation at PodfestExpo why you need a pre-nuptial agreement for your podcast. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are: You need to take care of the legal side of your podcast. Get your legal issues in order early for sustained growth. Why attending PodfestExpo will help you to be educated, informed, inspired and most importantly it is FUN.  I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first rate with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.  PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family.  Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer!  I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering a discount off the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10.  PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Allea Grummert, founder of Duett, which provides Email Marketing Strategies and Conversion Copywrite. We discuss her presentation at PodfestExpo on engagement for your podcast. Some of the issues we discuss in this podcast are: Why email will help you grow and engage your audience. Using engagement to drive growth. Why meeting with podcasters at PodfestExpo can help you to share your message.   I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first rate with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.  PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family.  Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer!  I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering a discount off the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10. PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Producer Jaime, CEO and founder of Flintstone Media and the Florida Podcast Network. We discuss her presentations at PodfestExpo on the power of podcast networks and the power of social networks in building out your podcast audience. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are: Why joining a network can increase your audience. Why continued growth in your learning will help build out your podcasting skill. How relationships and connections can help fuel your podcast growth.   I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first rate with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.  PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family.  Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer!  I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, PodcastExpo is offering a discount off the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10.  PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Lou Mongello, CEO and founder of WDW Radio. We discuss his panel  presentation at PodfestExpo on advanced monetization strategies using offline interactions. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are: Why going offline can give you online benefits. Why continued growth in your learning will help build out your podcasting skill. Why ongoing learning will help keep you and your podcast fresh and relevant.   I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first rate with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.  PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family.  Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer! I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, PodcastExpo is offering a discount off the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10. PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Seth Silvers, CEO and founder of the Story On Media & Marketing  and the Small Business Storytellers podcast. We discuss his presentation at PodfestExpo on putting some structure around your podcast production through creating a killer host and guest media kit. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are: How NFTs can facilitate growth for your pod and an additional revenue stream. What web3 can bring to the B2B space. How relationships and connections can help fuel your podcast growth.   I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first rate with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.  PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family.  Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer!  I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, PodcastExpo is offering a discount off the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10.  PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Jen Hardy host of the podcast Hardy Mom. We discuss her presentation at PodfestExpo on getting the most out of attending PodfestExpo 2023. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are: Why should newbies (or others) attend this presentation.  What are key steps you can take to get the most out of your Podfest experience. Why joining the Podfest family can be critical for your pod. I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first rate with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.  PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family.  Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer!  I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering a discount off the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10.  PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Nikita Burks-Hale host of the podcast Headphones and Crayons. We discuss her presentation at PodfestExpo on getting the most out of attending PodfestExpo 2023. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are: Ever thought about how coloring will improve your Podfest experience? Being in the Podfest community is a key experience for all. Why learning about the post-pandemic world of podcasting is critical for your pod.   I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first rate with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.  PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family.  Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer!  I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering a discount off the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10. PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Jenn Uren founder of the podcast This Mom Knows and Coaching Podcast VA Association. We discuss her presentation at PodfestExpo on affiliate marketing. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are: How to use a VA in podcasting. Where to look for a VA to meet your needs as a podcaster. Gathering with other creatives at Podfest Expo.   I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first rate with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.  PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family.  Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer! I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering a discount off the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10.  PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Alex Sanfilippo podcast host and maven. We discuss his presentation at PodfestExpo on 5 key ways to grow your podcast. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are: Action items you can take away immediately to grow your pod. Pick a few key sessions at Podfest and take a deep dive into them. How to grow your pod on a budget.   I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first rate with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.  PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family. Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer! I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering a discount off the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10. PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit by Angela Proffitt founder of the Business Unveiled podcast. We discuss her presentation at PodfestExpo on affiliate marketing. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are: The different types of affiliate marketing. Moving from a B2C to B2B world. How to expand your connections at Podfest Expo.   I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first rate with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.  PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family.  Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer!  I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering a discount off the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10.  PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Meredith Hackwith Edwards, a founder of the Meredith for Real podcast. We discuss her presentation at PodfestExpo on titles for podcast episodes. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are: Your podcast title should leave the audience asking for an answer. Drive traffic, SEO and passionate listeners with great titles. How Podfest Expo 2023 can get your creative juices flowing.   I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first rate with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together. PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family. Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer!  I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering a discount off the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10.  PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Lauren Abrams, a lawyer and founder of the 52 Weeks of Hope podcast. We discuss her presentation at PodfestExpo on her panel presentation at Podfest Expo 2023 on mental health and talking about mental health issues on podcasts. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are: How talking about mental health issues on pods can be so powerful. Why you should do what gives you joy. Life is always 'in session.'   I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023, hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023, at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is first-rate, with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.  PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics, and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family.  Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer!  I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering a discount on the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10.  PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Isabella Johnston, founder of the Intern Whisperer podcast. We discuss his presentation at PodfestExpo on her role as a PodFest Expo Ambassador. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are: Moving your PodFest Expo 2023 experience to the next level. Why you should get involved with Podfest Expo. Learning and growing at Podfest Expo.   I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first rate with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.  PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family.  Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer!  I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering a discount off the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10.  PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Roman Prokopchuk, founder of the Digital Savage Experience Podcast. We discuss his presentation at PodfestExpo on putting some structure around your podcast production through creating a killer host and guest media kit. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are: How some of your most valuable lessons come from your mistakes. Why structure and process will improve your podcast. Sustainable growth.   I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first rate with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.  PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family.  Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer! I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, PodcastExpo is offering a discount off the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10.  PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Bruce Wawrzyniak, founder of the Now Hear This Entertainment podcast. We discuss his presentation at PodfestExpo on twenty ways to promote your podcast. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are: How to get the word out about your pod. Promotion does not always cost money. Steps you take immediately after the presentation to promote your pod. I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first rate with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together. PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family.  Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer!  I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, PodcastExpo is offering a discount off the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10. PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Adam Schaeuble, President of Podcasting Business School. We discuss his presentation at PodfestExpo on engagement for your podcast. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are: Why social media is not the full answer. Using engagement to drive growth. Empowering your audience through engagement. I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first rate with some of the top names in podcasting. Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.  PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family.  Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer! I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering a discount off the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10.  PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Matty Staudt, President of Jam Street Media. We discuss his presentation at PodfestExpo on growing shows in a network. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are: How some of your most valuable lessons come from your mistakes. It's more than just posting pods. Sustainable growth.  I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year's event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year's event is simply first rate with some of the top names in podcasting. PodfestExpo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We're proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.  PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we've been building since 2013. You don't just attend a Podfest event - you become part of the Podfest family.  Whether you're new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you're most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer!  I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, PodfestExpo is offering a discount off the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10.  PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series. 

Welcome to the Greetings and Felicitations, a podcast where I explore topics which might not seem to be directly related to compliance but clearly influence our profession. In this special series, I consider many structural engineering concepts are apt descriptors for an anti-corruption compliance program. In this concluding episode 5, I consider the Tacoma Narrows Bridge failure and preventing failure in your compliance program. Highlights include: ·      Why and how did the Tacoma Narrows Bridge fail? ·      What are the key lessons it provides to compliance professionals? ·      Why are 3rd parties still the greatest risk to any compliance program?  ·      What steps can you take to manage third parties most effectively? ·      Why is continuous monitoring key to managing risk?  Resources  “Understanding the World's Greatest Structures: Science and Innovation from Antiquity to Modernity”, taught by Professor Stephen Ressler from The Teaching Company.

Welcome to the Greetings and Felicitations, a podcast where I explore topics which might not seem to be directly related to compliance but clearly influence our profession. In this special series, I consider many structural engineering concepts are apt descriptors for an anti-corruption compliance program. In this episode 4, I consider the Gothic Cathedral and incentives in your compliance program. Highlights include: ·      Why and how was the Gothic Cathedral such an engineering innovation? ·      What are the key principals for an incentive program? ·      How do incentives impact your compliance program? ·      What does the DOJ say about incentives? ·      What KPIs can you use to measure for compliance incentives? Resources  “Understanding the World's Greatest Structures: Science and Innovation from Antiquity to Modernity”, taught by Professor Stephen Ressler from The Teaching Company.

Welcome to the Greetings and Felicitations, a podcast where I explore topics which might not seem to be directly related to compliance but clearly influence our profession. In this special series, I consider many structural engineering concepts are apt descriptors for an anti-corruption compliance program. In this episode 3, I consider the Roman Arch and resourcing your compliance program. Highlights include: Why and how was the Roman Arch such an engineering innovation? What other corporate functions can a CCO look to? How does HR help facilitate through all its employee touchpoints. How can IT help a CCO meet their obligations under the 2020 Update to the Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs? How can compliance use Internal Audit as a key corporate adjunct? Resources  “Understanding the World's Greatest Structures: Science and Innovation from Antiquity to Modernity”, taught by Professor Stephen Ressler from The Teaching Company.

Welcome to the Greetings and Felicitations, a podcast where I explore topics which might not seem to be directly related to compliance but clearly influence our profession. In this special series, I consider many structural engineering concepts are apt descriptors for an anti-corruption compliance program. In this episode 2, I consider the great structures of ancient Egypt and Greece and how they inform the building blocks of a compliance program: Code of Conduct, Policies and Procedures. Highlights include: Greek Column and Egyptian pyramid. What should go into your Code of Conduct. How should your policies be structured. How do implement policies through procedures. Training and communications of Code of Conduct/policies and procedures are mandatory yet complimentary strategies. Resources  “Understanding the World's Greatest Structures: Science and Innovation from Antiquity to Modernity”, taught by Professor Stephen Ressler from The Teaching Company.

Welcome to the Greetings and Felicitations, a podcast where I explore topics which might not seem to be directly related to compliance but clearly influence our profession. In this special series, I consider many structural engineering concepts are apt descriptors for an anti-corruption compliance program. In this episode 1, I consider the Roman architect Vitruvius and what makes a structure great. Highlights include: ·      The Vitruvius Triad. ·      Compliance Program formulations. ·      What is form, function and structure ·      Continuous risk and continuous risk management. ·      Risks assessments after Covid 19. Resources “Understanding the World's Greatest Structures: Science and Innovation from Antiquity to Modernity”, taught by Professor Stephen Ressler from The Teaching Company.

Welcome to the Greetings and Felicitations, a podcast where I explore topics that might not seem directly related to compliance but influence our profession. In this episode, I visit Dan Levitt, co-author (with Mark Armour) of the book Intentional Balk: Baseball's Thin Line Between Innovation and Cheating. Highlights include: Competitive people will always seek an advantage. Legal or occasional otherwise. Many at the forefront of innovation are also those who break the rules. Baseball and cheating have a long history together. Innovations from outside baseball can also present a temptation to cheat. The reaction to cheating: change over time? Why different over different infractions? Implicit cost-benefit analysis to cheating. Why and when does cheating lead to chaos and controversy Resources Intentional Balk

This week I have explored compliance through a five-part podcast series, as seen through the lens of Winnie the Pooh and the characters living in the Hundred Acre Woods. I want to conclude my series by looking at Winnie the Pooh himself through the lens of the Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer (CECO). Pooh may be a bit naive and slow-witted, but he is also friendly, thoughtful and steadfast. Although he and his friends agree that he is “a bear of very little brain”, Pooh is occasionally acknowledged to have a clever idea, usually driven by common sense. Pooh is also a talented poet; his poems and “hums frequently punctuate the stories”. Although he is humble about his slow-wittedness, he is comfortable with his creative gifts. When Owl's house blows down in a windstorm, trapping Pooh, Piglet and Owl inside, Pooh encourages Piglet (the only one small enough to do so) to escape and rescue them all by promising that “a respectful Pooh song” will be written about Piglet's feat. Later, Pooh muses about the creative process as he composes the song. Pooh is very social. Christopher Robin is his closest friend, Piglet, and often chooses to spend his time with one or both of them. But he also habitually visits the other animals, often looking for a snack or an audience for his poetry as much as for companionship. His kind-heartedness means he goes out of his way to be friendly to Eeyore, visiting him, bringing him a birthday present, and building him a house, despite receiving mostly disdain from Eeyore. We need to recall that the DOJ started from the position that the role of compliance and ethics in an organization was co-equal. Winnie the Pooh reminds us of that foundational building block. Pooh also reminds us that a CECO is a social animal. Just as he is friends with all the animals and characters we have visited this week, you as a compliance professional should make friends with all the corporate functions they represented this week: sales, HR, finance and legal. If you find you run out of hunny to pass around, you can always resort to the Russ Berland strategy of pizza. Even though this is the final offering in this week's blog post on Compliance in the Hundred Acre Woods, do not feel blue. We will have another week of Pooh later this summer for more compliance lessons. And if you do feel blue in the interim, check out this YouTube clip of the Pooh theme song. And always remember, when all else fails; “Think, Think, Think”

This week I am exploring a five-part series on compliance as seen through the lens of Winnie the Pooh and the characters who live in the Hundred Acre Woods. Today we discuss Pooh's best friend, Piglet, and use Piglet to consider the role of finance in a compliance program. Piglet has some great adventures (or sometimes misadventures), such as giving Eeyore a birthday balloon that pops or getting lost in the Hundred Acre Wood mist and helping to rescue Pooh and Owl after they are trapped in Owl's fallen house. My favorite Piglet tale is when Eeyore mistakenly offers Piglet's house as a new home for Owl after his house has blown down. Piglet nobly agrees to let Owl have the house, at which point Pooh asks Piglet to live with him, and Piglet accepts. This poignant story shows the true meaning of friendship and any Pooh story I know. I cannot think of any character more able to illustrate the role of finance in compliance than Piglet. He is obsessed with keeping things neat and tidy and sometimes has an inferiority complex, although his friends think highly of him. Sort of like finance. Finance has roles in the prevention, detection and remediates prongs of any compliance program. In the prevent prong, this is most particularly true around offshore payments, generally defined as payments made to a location other than the home domicile of the payee or the location where the services were delivered. If a Tunisian agent who performs services in Dubai asks for payment in a location other than Dubai or Tunisia, that will qualify as an offshore payment. If you train people in finance on this issue, they may well pick up the phone and notify compliance when they see a request for payment in a geographic location separate from one of the two standard payment venues. When properly documented, those types of communications demonstrate that your compliance program is operationalized into the fabric of the organization. The bottom line is that not only can finance be one of the compliance function's strongest corporate allies but that the role of finance, by its nature, works to operationalize compliance. This is because to implement the appropriate internal controls around compliance, finance must know the specific requirements of compliance know what kinds of issues are likely to come up that might create a risk of bribery and corruption, all leading to an understanding of the appropriate compliance internal controls to implement around payments. Join me tomorrow when I conclude with Winnie the Pooh and his influence on the Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer (CECO) role.

Welcome to the Greetings and Felicitations, a podcast where I explore topics that might not seem directly related to compliance but influence our profession. In this episode, I conclude a two-part episode with John Aceti, author of Profiles of Leadership. John talks about his long life or what he calls “from nothing to something”. Highlights include: Becoming a school principal. Starting a business/high school mentorship program. Cultural exchanges in high schools. Genesee County Schools Science programs. International travel to teach English as a second language. Leadership programs on Easter Island. Books to St. Lucia.

This week I am exploring a five-part series on compliance as seen through the lens of Winnie the Pooh and the characters who live in the Hundred Acre Wood. In this Part 3, we consider perhaps the most beloved character (other than Pooh himself) Eeyore and use him to explore the differences in compliance and corporate legal. Eeyore is described as an “old grey donkey”. Eeyore has a poor opinion of most of the other animals in the Forest, describing them as having “No brain at all, some of them” and “only grey fluff that's blown into their heads by mistake” (from chapter 1 of The House at Pooh Corner). Eeyore's favorite food is thistles. He lives in the southeast corner of the Hundred Acre Wood, in an area labeled “Eeyore's Gloomy Place: Rather Boggy and Sad” on the map in the Winnie-the-Pooh book. He has a stick house therein called The House at Pooh Corner. Pooh and Piglet built it for him after accidentally mistaking the original house that Eeyore built for a pile of sticks. On Eeyore's birthday, he is given an empty honey jar from Pooh for keeping things in, a popped red balloon from Piglet to keep in the pot, and a note from Owl. (Eeyore's birthday was originally celebrated by University of Texas students in Austin and is now a worldwide phenomenon.) Eeyore expects misfortune to fall upon him, accepts it when it does, and rarely even tries to prevent it. He is known for saying “Thanks for noticin' me” and “Ohhh-kayyy”. His grumpiness is best shown in an encounter with Piglet, who cheerfully bade him, “Good morning!” Eeyore responded, “Well, I suppose it is...for some.” Yet, Eeyore is capable of great compassion. Most interestingly, he has a great friendship with Tigger. I use Eeyore as an introduction to the differences in the compliance function and the legal department in the corporate world. When I initially went in-house, it was made clear to me that the role of the in-house department in the company I worked for was to protect the company. When I became a General Counsel (GC), I took that role to heart and felt like I was the company's lawyer (even if the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) felt like I was his lawyer). But as Donna Boehme pointed out, there are distinct differences in approaches to compliance from practicing law. She said, “one thing is clear – the two functions have very different mindsets, mandates and priorities.” She notes that the legal department's mandate is to “advise and protect the company.” The compliance mandate is much broader. The bottom line is that while you may want an Eeyore in the corporate legal department, just saying no; that is not something you want in compliance. The job of compliance is not to protect the company at all costs. Instead, it is to prevent, detect and remediate any compliance issues that arise. You cannot do that by simply saying No. Yet, just like Eeyore, the corporate legal department can be a valuable adjunct to the compliance function if an internal investigation occurs and you want to maintain your corporate privilege. Join me tomorrow when I take a look at Piglet and the role of payroll in compliance.

This week I am exploring a five-part series on compliance as seen through the lens of Winnie the Pooh and the characters who live in the Hundred Acre Woods: Pooh, Eeyore, Tigger, Kanga & Roo, and Piglet. Winnie-the-Pooh, also called Pooh Bear and Pooh was created by English author A. A. Milne. Yesterday, we introduced Tigger and the sales function's role in compliance. In this episode, we focus on Kanga and her son, Roo, and the Corporate Ombudsman's role in compliance. Kanga is a female kangaroo and the doting mother of Roo. They live near the Sandy Pit in the northwestern part of the Hundred Acre Wood. Kanga is the only female character to appear in the books. Kanga is kind-hearted, calm, patient, sensible and down to earth. She likes to keep things clean and organized and offers motherly advice and food to anyone who asks her. She is protective over Roo and treats him with kind words and gentle discipline. She also has a sense of humor, as revealed in chapter seven of Winnie-the-Pooh when Rabbit connives to kidnap Roo, leaving Piglet in his place; Kanga pretends not to notice that Piglet is not Roo and proceeds to give him Roo's usual bath, much to Piglet's dismay. Roo is Kanga's cheerful, playful, energetic son, who moved to the Hundred Acre Wood with her. His best friends are Tigger and a young Heffalump named Lumpy, who loves to play with him. Roo is the youngest of the main characters. When Kanga and Roo first come to the Hundred Acre Wood, everyone thinks Kanga is a fierce animal, but discover this untrue and become friends with her. In the book, when Tigger comes to the forest, she welcomes him into her home, attempts to find him food he likes and allows him to live with her and Roo. After this, Kanga treats him like she does her son. I want to use Kanga and Roo to consider another role in compliance. It is the creation of an ombudsman for employees to help facilitate compliance. Kanga is the most trusted soul in the Hundred Acre Woods. She would be an ideal ombudsman and an example that the "success of these programs depends partly on getting the right person for the role. A good ombudsman is a superb listener who establishes trust in people at all levels." They need to have the skills to think through solutions to problems. Kanga certainly has such skills. A great example is the arrival of Tigger in the Hundred Acre Woods. While Tigger claims to like everything to eat for breakfast, it is quickly proven he does not like honey, acorns, thistles, or most of the contents of Kanga's larder. However, he discovers what Tigger likes best is the extract of malt, which Kanga has on hand because she gives it to Roo as "strengthening medicine". This is another key trait of an ombudsman; the person must also respect senior executives and be comfortable taking issues to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or the Board if necessary. Understanding the corporate culture and who has influence is also important - which is why many capable people in this role are promoted from inside the company. The same can be said for Kanga in the Hundred Acre Wood. Join me tomorrow when I consider Eeyore and the role of corporate legal in compliance.

This week I begin a five-part series on compliance as seen through the lens of Winnie the Pooh and the characters who live in the Hundred Acre Woods: Pooh, Eeyore, Tigger, Kanga & Roo, and Piglet. Winnie-the-Pooh, also called Pooh Bear and Pooh. In this episode, we begin with Tigger and the sales function role in compliance.  Tigger first appeared in the House at Pooh Corner, when he arrives at Pooh's doorstep in the middle of the night. Tigger takes up residence with Kanga and Roo. He becomes great friends with Roo and Kanga treats him in much the same way she does her own son. Tigger seems to have boundless energy, often too much energy for some of the other denizens of the Hundred Acre Wood. Rabbit, who is constantly exasperated by Tigger's constant bouncing; Eeyore, who is once bounced into the river by Tigger, and, finally, there is Pooh's good friend Piglet, who always seems a little nervous about the new, large, bouncy animal in the Hundred Acre Wood.  Tigger seems like the epitome of a top salesperson. He is very confident and has quite an ego and he has a high opinion of himself. He always seems to have great energy and optimism, and though always well-meaning, he can also be mischievous, and his actions have sometimes led to chaos and trouble for himself and his friends. Tigger often undertakes tasks with gusto, only to later realize they were not as easy as he had originally imagined. Tigger, unique as ever, refers to himself not as a tiger, but as a “Tigger” and when he introduces himself, he announces the proper way to spell his name and that is “T-I-double-Guh-Er”, which spells “Tigger”. Tigger seems like a great way to think about sales incentives from the compliance perspective. Much like Tigger, most sales folks have their hearts in the right place even if their actions cause trouble for themselves and others.  At the end of the day, Tigger is good-hearted, even if his over-exuberance can sometimes lead to misadventures. If you properly incentivize your sales team, you will hopefully keep their over-exuberance into being simply good-hearted as well. Join me tomorrow when I consider Kanga, Roo and HR in compliance. 

Welcome to the Greetings and Felicitations, a podcast where I explore topics which might not seem to be directly related to compliance but clearly influence our profession. In this episode, I begin a two-part episode with John Aceti author of Profiles of Leadership. John talks about his long life or what he calls “from nothing to something”. Highlights include: Leadership and lessons learned from a life's experience. Re-engagement lessons. Air Force career.  Obtaining an MBA. A life in education.   

Matt Kelly once challenged me to write a blog post for Bloomsday. Well aware of my great love for Joyce's magnum opus, I accepted the challenge. This year is the 100th anniversary of the publication of the book. To celebrate this event, James Joyce's novel at 100 and the compliance profession, I have decided to do a 5-part podcast series on Ulysses. Over this podcast series, I will highlight some of the books and commentary and tie what Joyce, Dublin, Leopold Bloom and his wife Molly, together with his mentor Stephen Daedalus, can teach the modern compliance professional. I hope you will join me in the short celebration and trip through Dublin 1904 for the 100th anniversary of Bloomsday. In Part 5, Bloomsday and storytelling.  Resources The Teaching Compliance-James Joyce Ulysses, by James Heffernan The Politicians Who Love Ulysses by Kevin Dettmar “Ulysses” and the Moral Right to Pleasure by Dan Chiasson in the New Yorker The Moral of Ulysses by Charles Cosby Ethics and the Modernist Subject in James Joyce's "Ulysses," Virginia Woolf's "The Waves," and Djuna Barnes's "Nightwood" by AnnKatrin Jonsson The Ethical Reader in Ulysses by Stephen Gilbert

Matt Kelly once challenged me to write a blog post for Bloomsday. Well aware of my great love for Joyce's magnum opus, I accepted the challenge. This year is the 100th anniversary of the publication of the book. To celebrate this event, James Joyce's novel at 100 and the compliance profession, I have decided to do a 5-part podcast series on Ulysses. Over this podcast series, I will highlight some of the books and commentary and tie what Joyce, Dublin, Leopold Bloom and his wife Molly, together with his mentor Stephen Daedalus, can teach the modern compliance professional. I hope you will join me in the short celebration and trip through Dublin 1904 for the 100th anniversary of Bloomsday. In this Part 4 of this 5-part podcast series, we consider the chapter involving Molly Bloom and use her story to explore the 21st-century compliance professional. Compliance Quote-Mary Shirley "I love working in that area because sometimes there's no clear answer or even good answer. That keeps you on your toes and requires a skill set different from what is required to be a successful lawyer." Resources The Teaching Compliance-James Joyce Ulysses, by James Heffernan The Politicians Who Love Ulysses by Kevin Dettmar "Ulysses" and the Moral Right to Pleasure by Dan Chiasson in the New Yorker

Matt Kelly once challenged me write a blog post for Bloomsday. Well aware of my great love for Joyce's magnum opus, I accepted the challenge. This year is the 100th anniversary of the publication of the book. To celebrate this event, James Joyce novel at 100 and the compliance profession, I have decided to do a 5-part podcast series on Ulysses. Over this podcast series, I will highlight some of the book and commentary and tie what Joyce, Dublin, Leopold Bloom and his wife Molly, together with his mentor Stephen Daedalus can teach the modern compliance professional. I hope you will join me in the short celebration and trip through Dublin 1904 for the 100th anniversary of Bloomsday. In Part 3, we take up the story of Stephen Daedalus and how it intersects with the role of ethics in compliance.  Compliance Quote-Lisa Fine, “ I am passionate about compliance because I think compliance provides guidance on how to make ethical decisions and do the right thing. It helps us understand and think about gray areas and help organizations to be better corporate citizens.” Resources The Teaching Compliance-James Joyce Ulysses, by James Heffernan The Moral of Ulysses by Charles Cosby Ethics and the Modernist Subject in James Joyce's "Ulysses," Virginia Woolf's "The Waves," and Djuna Barnes's "Nightwood" by AnnKatrin Jonsson The Ethical Reader in Ulysses by Stephen Gilbert

Matt Kelly once challenged me write a blog post for Bloomsday. Well aware of my great love for Joyce's magnum opus, I accepted the challenge. This year is the 100th anniversary of the publication of the book. To celebrate this event, James Joyce novel at 100 and the compliance profession, I have decided to do a 5-part podcast series on Ulysses. Over this podcast series, I will highlight some of the book and commentary and tie what Joyce, Dublin, Leopold Bloom and his wife Molly, together with his mentor Stephen Daedalus can teach the modern compliance professional. I hope you will join me in the short celebration and trip through Dublin 1904 for the 100th anniversary of Bloomsday. In Part 2, Leopold Bloom and the passion for compliance.  Compliance Quote Kristy Grant-Hart-“As an aggregate, the compliance profession is changing how business is done, and therefore changing the world. We are part of a movement that is palpably shifting the landscape for so many, especially in the developing world. It's such an exciting experience and I am proud to be a part of it.” Resources The Teaching Compliance-James Joyce Ulysses, by James Heffernan “Ulysses” and the Moral Right to Pleasure by Dan Chiasson in the New Yorker

Matt Kelly once challenged me write a blog post for Bloomsday. Well aware of my great love for Joyce's magnum opus, I accepted the challenge. This year is the 100th anniversary of the publication of the book. To celebrate this event, the author James Joyce and my passion for compliance, I have decided to do a 5-part podcast series on Ulysses. Over this podcast series, I will highlight some of the book and commentary and tie what Joyce, Dublin, Leopold Bloom and his wife Molly, together with his mentor Stephen Daedalus can teach the modern compliance professional. I hope you will join me in the short celebration and trip through Dublin 1904 for the 100th anniversary of Bloomsday. In Part 1, why does Joyce and Ulysses still matter.  Resources The Teaching Compliance-James Joyce Ulysses, by James Heffernan

In this episode of Greetings and Felicitations, I visit John Aceti, author of 7 books about people and places in the Hill County. We discuss John's most recent book Profiles in Leadership. Highlights include: ·       John's storytelling skill. ·       His endless curiosity. ·       The leadership styles of 18 persons he interviewed for the book. ·       What are their leadership philosophies? ·       What strategies did they use to succeed in their individual career fields? ·       What's next for John. Resources Profiles in Leadership on Amazon

Welcome to the Greetings and Felicitations, a podcast where I explore topics which might not seem to be directly related to compliance but clearly influence our profession. In this episode, I visit with AJ Churchill, one-third of a triumvirate of friends who conceived of the fiction podcast, Earth Eclipsed and the Apollo app. Highlights include: Awards and honors for Earth Eclipsed.  Public response to Earth Eclipsed.  Season 2 of Earth Eclipsed coming in December 2022.  The Apollo App. The power of a fiction podcast. What is an immersive audio podcast experience like in fiction. What's next for the team. Resources Earth Eclipsed Apollo App