Ever wonder why does he do that or why does she do that? We will provide you insight and practical tools to address the gap between who we ideally would like to be and who we are every day. By applying these tools you will begin to make your ideal real.
In this return episode after, Ryan Goulart welcomes back Think2Perform Founder and CEO Doug Lennick to dive deep into a timely and resonant conversation about the current State of Values around the world and how our behavior is shaped by them. Drawing on data from Think2Perform's global Values Exercise and the State of Values Report, Doug unpacks why we do what we do, how we form habits, and what it takes to make lasting change in today's emotionally charged environment. Doug also talks the importance of self-awareness and reflection in making rational choices, particularly in the context of financial decisions. The discussion highlights how understanding our emotions and values can lead to better behaviors and relationships, ultimately guiding us through life's challenges.
In this episode of Making the Ideal Real, host Ryan Goulart welcomes Carmen Orr, Senior Vice President at Think2Perform and fractional COO, to discuss the connection between emotion, values, and operational success. Carmen shares her unique insights on creating meaningful KPIs, fostering accountability, and aligning employee values with organizational goals. Learn how to diagnose operational challenges, build a culture of recognition, and achieve growth by emotionally connecting your team to their work. As Carmen puts it: "If you're expecting as a business owner that your employees are going to only be supporting your value system, you're wrong. They have to feel connected to what they're doing—why it matters to them personally. That's when you get great results." Whether you're an operations nerd or just seeking clarity in your business processes, this conversation is packed with actionable takeaways to help you turn your vision into reality.
On this episode of Making the Ideal Real, Bob Nedbal, executive coach at think2perform, shares tips that help new leaders transition from individual contributors to effective, values-driven leaders. Listen in as Bob discusses shifting from a “fixing” mentality to one of empowering others, and the importance of adaptability and authenticity in leadership. To read the full show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.think2perform.com/shift-from-contributor-to-leader-with-bob-nedbal
On this episode of Making the Ideal Real, Kim Lear, founder and generational research consultant at Inlay Insights, explores shifting dynamics between generations at work and in society. From the ripple effects of the pandemic to evolving financial priorities, Kim offers insights into how different generations view work, relationships and money. Tune in to learn how leaders can adapt to these changes and help people of all ages live their values with integrity. To read the full show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.think2perform.com/how-generations-work-live-and-connect-with-kim-lear
On this episode of Making the Ideal Real, Elena Beckius, Senior Vice President at think2perform, shares her personal journey in the financial services industry, discussing the challenges and triumphs of being a woman in a traditionally male-dominated field. Listen in to learn about the importance of mentorship, leadership and values in guiding career and life decisions. To read the full show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.think2perform.com/empowering-growth-and-impact-with-elena-beckius
On this episode of Making the Ideal Real, we're speaking with Dr. Efrat LaMandre on the importance of recognizing and addressing medical gaslighting, and ways you can help clients navigate their healthcare challenges. Listen in to learn how to integrate wellness into your financial planning strategies. To read the full show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.think2perform.com/medical-gaslighting-efrat-lamandre
On this episode of Making the Ideal Real, we're speaking with Dr. Dan Mickool, associate professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice at Hudson University and an adjunct appointment at Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine. We're talking about the challenges of professional identity formation and the role of self-love and empathy in guiding people on their professional journey. To read the full show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.think2perform.com/forming-your-professional-identity-with-dr-dan-mickool
On this episode of Making the Ideal Real, we're speaking with Alan Lennick, senior vice president and consultant at think2perform, about aligning your leadership style with your readiness level. We also talk about how to achieve and maintain this alignment amid changing expectations, such as moving from being a solo advisor to building a business. To read the full show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.think2perform.com/aligning-your-leadership-style-and-team-readiness-with-alan-lennick
On this episode of Making the Ideal Real, we're speaking with Dr. Michael Norton, professor at Harvard Business School and author of “The Ritual Effect: From Habit to Ritual, Harness the Surprising Power of Everyday Actions.” We discuss the power of rituals, their connection to emotions and what the downsides of ritual look like. To read the full show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.think2perform.com/the-power-of-rituals-with-dr-michael-norton
On this episode of Making the Ideal Real, we're speaking with think2perform Senior Vice President and consultant Ray Kelly about the importance of vision, mission, and values. Ray shares why Level 5 leaders connect every action to the greater “why,” as well as why you need to be intentional if you want to become a better leader. To read the full show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.think2perform.com/how-leaders-use-vision-mission-values-ray-kelly
On this episode of Making the Ideal Real, we're speaking with Derrick Kinney, bestselling author and CEO of Good Money Frameworks, where he supports advisors achieving success in a fraction of the time. In this episode, we talk about the book that changed his life, how to put meaning to money, and how financial advisors can find their passion and purpose. To read the full show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.think2perform.com/finding-your-purpose-and-passion-with-derrick-kinney
On this episode of Making the Ideal Real, we're speaking with Elena Beckius, senior vice president at think2perform, about the importance of sales leadership for advisors as they build their business. To read the full show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.think2perform.com/why-sales-leadership-helps-you-scale-elena-beckius
On this episode of Making the Ideal Real, Ryan Goulart sits down with think2perform Senior Vice President and consultant Ray Kelly to discuss how leaders can learn faster and integrate more of what they learn into their daily work. We also discuss techniques for note-taking; applying what you learn; and connecting learning to your mission, vision and values. To read the full show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.think2perform.com/how leaders-learn-faster-with-ray-kelly
On this episode of Making the Ideal Real, Ryan Goulart is joined by Michael Goff, vice president at think2perform, to talk about the dangers of overthinking, why action steps move you toward your goals, the importance of habit change and why great coaches don't do the hard work for their clients. To read the full show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.think2perform.com/reaching-your-goals-starts-by-taking-action-steps-with-michael-goff
On this episode of Making the Ideal Real, Ryan Goulart is joined by Johann Hari, author of “Stolen Focus.” They discuss Johann's latest book, the forces making it more difficult for us to pay attention and keep focus, and how we can start to reverse these effects. He also shares why individual efforts to solve the problem are helpful but insufficient without collective action. To read the full show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.think2perform.com/relearning-to-focus-and-pay-attention-with-johann-hari
In this episode of Making the Ideal Real, Ryan Goulart is joined by Ray Kelly, think2perform consultant and senior vice president. They discuss the seven motivations of leaders and why you need self-awareness about what motivates you as a leader. They also discuss why motivation isn't one-size-fits-all but rather depends on leaders understanding which levers to pull for each person. To read the full show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.think2perform.com/understanding-what-motivates-you-as-a-leader-ray-kelly
In this episode of Making the Ideal Real, Ryan Goulart is joined by Liz Fosslien, workplace expert and co-author of “Big Feelings: How to Be Okay When Things Are Not Okay.” They discuss the importance of emotional expression and vulnerability at work, leadership self-awareness and AI's impact on emotional intelligence. To read the full show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.think2perform.com/encouraging-emotional-expression-at-work-with-author-liz-fosslien
In this episode of Making the Ideal Real, Ryan Goulart is joined by Morgan Housel, partner at the Collaborative Fund and the author of “The Psychology of Money.” They discuss why people should become more systems-oriented instead of goal-oriented, how emotions affect decision-making and how to decide what's “enough” to have.
In this episode, Ryan Goulart is joined by Bill Williams, Ameriprise Financial executive vice president and president of Ameriprise Independent Advisors. They discuss the importance of focusing on client wants and needs, how to inspire confidence in advisors and how to maintain the human element as technology use increases.
In this episode, Ryan Goulart is joined by think2perform's CEO and co-founder, Doug Lennick and Chuck Wachendorfer, president of distribution. They discuss Doug and Chuck's new book “Don't Wait for Someone Else to Fix It: 8 Essentials to Enhance Your Leadership Impact at Work, Home, and Anywhere Else That Needs You,” the importance of a growth mindset and where to start when you're ready to take charge.
Welcome to the relaunch of Making the Ideal Real. In this episode, Ryan Goulart is joined by think2perform consultant and Senior Vice President Ray Kelly. They discuss Ray's five levels of leadership and how leaders, regardless of their level, can overcome adversity and create belonging.
In this episode of Making the Ideal Real, Ryan Goulart is joined by Bob Nedbal, Senior Vice President at think2perform. They discuss mindfulness, including how to get started practicing mindfulness and how to incorporate it into your day. Listen to this episode to learn how you can adopt a mindfulness practice.
In this episode of Making the Ideal Real, Ryan Goulart is joined by Chad Rose, CEO at Insight Out. They dive into the importance of analytics, and how to apply data to decision-making. Listen to this episode to learn how your team can use data to make better decisions.
In this episode of Making the Ideal Real, Ryan Goulart is joined by Alan Lennick, SVP at Think2Perform. They discuss the art and science of acting, including two great lessons Alan learned in his acting career that elevated his approach to leadership. Listen to this episode to hear about how acting influenced Alan's leadership style and how you can apply his advice to your own leadership endeavors.
In this episode of Making the Ideal Real, Ryan Goulart is joined by Elena Beckius, SVP at Think2Perform. They discuss how to get unstuck and find your own path forward to your ideal self. Listen to this episode to hear about Elena's self-love journey and how discovering her values impacted her endeavors.
In this episode of Making the Ideal Real, host Ryan Goulart is joined by Kris Petersen, Senior Vice President of think2perform. Kris and Ryan discuss personal values and how to identify them for yourself and your team members. They also discuss how you can apply personal values in the workplace including how to speak with your employees about their values and boost their engagement.
In this episode, Ryan Goulart sits down with Ray Kelly, Senior Vice President at think2perform. They discuss the importance of accountability and how you can make it accessible to all your leaders and team members. Listen to this episode to learn about making accountability accessible at your organization.
In this episode, Ryan Goulart is joined by Jon Kuttin, CEO of Kuttin Wealth Management. Together they explore cultural transformation, leadership and planning for the future. Listen to this episode to learn about leading a cultural transformation while living in alignment with your values.
In this episode, Ryan Goulart sits down with Stephanie Creary, Assistant Professor at the Wharton School of Management at the University of Pennsylvania. They discuss the anxiety that comes with having hard conversations, and how to embrace the discomfort and learn about historically marginalized communities. Listen to this episode to learn how you can better engage with others for conversations on diversity, equity and inclusion.
In this episode of Making the Ideal Real, host Ryan Goulart chats with think2perform RESEARCH INSTITUTE research fellow and San Francisco State University professor Dayna Herbert Walker. Together they explore her research on the importance of mentorship, share great mentorship advice they have received over the years, and dive into how you can become a better mentor and leader in your organization. Check it out!
In this episode, Ryan Goulart sits down with think2perform CEO Doug Lennick to discuss being proactive. They discuss how to prioritize fixing and improving pain points in our personal and professional lives, and the science behind how our brain auto-selects our priorities when we do not make an active decision. They also recap the highlights from the think2perform 2021 Evolve conference. Listen in to find out what you missed!
On this episode of Making the Ideal Real, host Ryan Goulart is joined by Richard Leider, who is a bestselling author of eleven books, speaker and executive coach. Together, Ryan and Richard dive into how to cultivate purpose as a mindset, Richard's formula for unlocking purpose, and what the difference is between finding your purpose and unlocking your purpose. Listen to this episode to learn how you can live a life of purpose and apply it to your leadership both at work and at home.
This week on Making the Ideal Real, host Ryan Goulart is joined by Pete Machalek, principal and co-founder of SagePresence. Pete provides insight on a timely and essential skill: presence. Pete's background in stage presence and performative behavior help him illustrate the dos and don'ts of in-personal and virtual presentations. If you want to make a good impression in a business environment, you need to listen to this episode!
In this episode of Making the Ideal Real, host Ryan Goulart is joined by Doug Lennick, CEO of think2perform. In the episode, they discuss the upcoming think2perform Evolve conference and the topics speakers will cover at the event. They also discuss implementing a proactive mindset and planning for the future.
In this episode of Making the Ideal Real, host Ryan Goulart is joined by Vanessa Druskat, Associate Professor of organizational behavior at the University of New Hampshire. In their conversation, they explore how leaders can build a culture of belonging. Vanessa also provides actionable advice for how leaders can start to build cultures of belonging at their own organizations. Listen to the episode to learn more!
In this week's episode of Making the Ideal Real, host Ryan Goulart sits down with Dave Meldahl, Senior Vice president at think2perform. Together they discuss how to adapt yourself by using your personality. They also talk about how leaders can leverage their understanding of personalities to be more effective when communicating with their teams. Listen to the episode to learn how you can leverage your personality to be a more effective leader.
In this episode, host Ryan Goulart sits down with author and speaker Ande Frasier. Together they discuss how to use anchor on your values to reach your goals. They also explore the science behind financial decision making and how you practice mindfulness when making decisions. Listen to the episode to learn how you can use your values to define and achieve your goals.
This week, Ryan speaks with Ray Kelly, senior vice president at think2perform about the importance of time management in your journey to making your ideal real. They discuss two different takes on scheduling from trusted experts and ways in which you can plan your day, week, month or even year to align with your goals. Listen to the episode to learn how you can use your time wisely!
In this episode, Ryan speaks with Doug Lennick, CEO of think2perform about why mindset is going to be more important than ever in the months to come. They discuss ways to remain open minded, likely changes to the way we work, and the importance of holding true to your values in a time of great change. Listen to the episode for tips from Doug on how you can maintain a healthy mindset at work and in your personal life.
In this episode, host Ryan Goulart is joined by Peter Sefzik, Executive Director, Commercial Bank at Comerica Bank. Peter and Ryan discuss becoming a leader, challenges to being an effective leader in the past year, and using your values to center your leadership style. Peter also provides advice on how to connect on a deeper level with your team and your customers, and how to make your ideal real.
In this episode, host Ryan Goulart is joined by Kris Petersen, SVP of think2perform. Kris and Ryan discuss how to transition from an individual contributor to a leader. Kris outlines mistakes to avoid, strategies for recognition, tips on improving intrinsic motivation, and how to hire the best candidates for your organization.
Host Ryan Goulart is joined by Chuck Wachendorfer, President of Distribution at think2perform. Chuck and Ryan discuss how to put our values into action and ways to ensure our values remain a top priority in everything we do. They also discuss how to communicate your values to colleagues for optimal work environments and professional fulfillment.
In this episode, host Ryan Goulart is joined by Dawn Dahlby, President and Co-Founder of Relevé Financial Group. Dawn explains the financial benefits of living your life in total alignment with your values. She also provides real world examples of clients who have reevaluated their financial decisions to ultimately live their values and grow their wealth.
In this episode, Ryan speaks with Doug Lennick, CEO of think2perform. Doug provides advice on how you can position yourself to reach your goals this year through intentional behavior and monitoring your emotions. Using examples from all areas of our lives, Doug shows us how we can direct our behavior in the present to create our ideal future.
In this episode, Ryan speaks with Jill Schiefelbein, owner of The Dynamic Communicator. Jill shares insight into the assumptions we make and the biases we hold while providing simple, easy-to-implement tools to increase our communication effectiveness. Using real life, relatable examples, Jill shows us how to minimize uncertainty, close gaps and optimize experiences. Enjoy!
In this episode, Ryan speaks with Doug Lennick, CEO of think2perform, on the value of knowing what you want for yourself. As a follow-up to our December 31, 2019 podcast on the WDYWFY (What Do You Want for You) tool, Doug reinforces the importance of knowing what you want and how it relates to goal achievement. From increased engagement in all aspects of life, to longevity in the workplace and better performance, aligning one’s behaviors with their goals, values and principles is a proven approach to improved outcomes.
In this episode, Ryan Goulart speaks with Michael Brindisi, President, Artistic Director and part owner of the Chanhassen Dinner Theater. Michael beautifully shares stories of the amazing impact theater has on those involved. From restaurant staff to performers to the guests ~ the experience is exponentially more than a few hours of entertainment. Michael provides a sneak peek behind the curtain as he shares insight into the ins and outs, the how and why and his prediction for the future of the industry. Enjoy!
In this episode Ryan speaks with Dr. Fred Kiel, author of Return on Character: The Real Reason Leaders and Their Companies Win. Dr. Kiel shares research and insights into the impact character has on organizations. Speaking on the quality of leadership and its effect not only on employees but on overall results, Fred weaves empathy, compassion and forgiveness into the equation.Enjoy!
In this episode, Ryan speaks with Ray Kelly, SVP of think2perform on the two-bridge theory. Ray talks about how your want to be right, coupled with your delivery impacts your effectiveness. Sharing personal stories and research, Ray provides tools and tips for listeners to create more positive outcomes.
In this episode, Ryan discusses key highlights from think2perform's 2020 Virtual Evolve conference with CEO, Doug Lennick. Through their conversation they provide context to why values and purpose are important and how to use them to navigate change, build trust and provide feedback. Enjoy!
In this episode, Ryan speaks with Nate Regier, Ph.D. about compassion and conflict. Nate speaks of the uses and misuses of energy as it relates to conflict, compassion, struggle and drama. He shares more about the trust and safety that positive emotions and behavior, within the framework of compassion, can bring to our personal lives and the impact to how we show up professionally. Starting with mindset and working towards consistency, Nate guides listeners through the compassion cycle model and gives tips to improve our influence and compassion while decreasing conflict and drama. Enjoy!
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