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Described as a dynamic, engaging professional leadership coach, Marianne is inspiring clients and crowds to eliminate ambiguity and confusion from their life helping them move from Chaos to Clarity so they can become all they were meant to become. . Marianne Renner is a transformational leadership coach and motivational speaker. She's helped hundreds of aspiring and emerging leaders step into the fullness of their potential. Her meaningful message moves leaders toward practical steps that help them get real results in business. She has owned two businesses, founded a not-for-profit organization for at-risk youth, and was a bodybuilding champion and highly sought-after fitness instructor, having led two youth dance teams to win Gold Medals in the National Junior Olympics. In this episode of the Maximize Excellence Show and learn Marianne's thoughts about the "7 Forces" and how they help you attract BIGGER & BETTER opportunities to your life. Listen in to: Discover the Forgotten Force of Opportunity Attraction that Marianne uncovered & shares with us, listeners. Find out what the biggest "Thief" of Opportunity is, in our lives today. Learn the difference between the two kinds of Chaos that derail us And Much More... Join the Conversation One of the things I like best about interviewing successful people is learning what you took away from it to help you Maximize Excellence in your life: Here's a Question: What is there in your life that you're confused, unclear or unsettled about (and can you see a path forward)? You can leave a COMMENT by clicking here. Explore Additional Resources In this episode we mentioned the following resources: Work With Joe Joe Hicks is an experienced business leader and an adjunct business professor. More importantly, Joe is a Business Coach who helps leaders like you breakthrough their barriers & achieve better results, Entrepreneurs build their dream business. Dreamers and Seekers move past self-doubt, fear and insecurity to accomplish your goals. Joe works with clients by referral or invitation and If you're ready to Maximize Excellence in your life click here and let's have a conversation. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter, or his blog. Ask Us a Question If you have a question, comment, thought or concern, you'd like to ask, You can do so by clicking here. We’d love to hear from you. Subscribe to the Podcast Rate & Review If you have enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe below in iTunes, Stitcher, GooglePlay, or RSS Want More Excellence In Your Life? Click Here to Pick up The Sword of Excellence! Click HERE to join THE RESISTANCE eliminate mediocrity from your life!

Gary Rabine's Passion for job creation took him from Ditch Digger to over $1.5 Billion in revenue. In this episode Gary shares his thoughts about the 4 Pillars of Excellence and his view on how they have attracted so many opportunities to his life and business. After graduating high school Gary Rabine discovered his passion for paving driveways. The start of a family pushed his drive to succeed in this industry. He married Cheryl, in 1985 and Rabine Paving grew as more companies were started, and then more were acquired. This growth is the result of building an amazing team with a strong focus on client satisfaction, innovation and a desire to be world class. There are now 10 companies in the Rabine Group. Rabine Paving and Rabine Paving America are known to pave more concrete and asphalt parking lots than any other company in America. 7 companies serve the facilities real estate industry in commercial Paving, Roofing, Doors and Docks and Snow Removal. 3 companies are technology businesses serving the Natural Gas industry, the Real Estate industry and Municipal industry. Cheryl Rabine and their daughter Janelle head up the Rabine Group Foundation, which is a nonprofit organization that invests in great causes serving children, elderly, veterans & homeless in the communities that the Rabine Group serves. All of the Rabine Group companies give 3-5% of their profits to the foundation on an annual basis. Gary also started a non- profit called True Mentors with his co-founder Quinton James, an organization that recruits Exec Leaders and Seasoned Entrepreneurs to mentor younger aspiring leaders. Gary’s passion for mentorship and inspiring others led him to start the podcast called DitchDigger CEO. This podcast, hosted by Gary and Quinton, interviews many of America’s business Titans, allowing them to share their Rags to Riches, only in America, success stories. DitchDigger CEO can be accessed through all podcast apps or Apple iTunes. Gary, along with his wife Cheryl and son, Nik, currently reside in Woodstock, IL, in a home on their golf course at Bull Valley. Gary's other son and two daughters are enjoying their careers. Two of his children lead Rabine Group Companies in Schaumburg and Chicago and one is an E&Y attorney. Gary & Cheryl are most excited about their two grandchildren Lincoln and Sienna.  Gary enjoys staying active with working out, golf, wake surfing and practicing his Catholic Faith. Listen to this episode of the Maximize Excellence Show and learn how the 7 forces will help you attract BIGGER & BETTER opportunities to your life. In this episode, you’ll discover: The special advice given to Gary bay a customer that led to his success The shocking motivator for his team (and it's not their salary) The system Gary uses that connects his team together with his vision Join the Conversation One of the things I like best about interviewing successful people is learning what you took away from it to help you Maximize Excellence in your life: Here's a Question: What business do you want to launch (and what's held you back)? You can leave a COMMENT by clicking here. About Us Joe Hicks is an experienced business leader, adjunct professor of business. More importantly, Joe is an Executive Business Coach that helps leaders (like Gary) break the barriers to achieve better results. Entrepreneurs build their dream business. Dreamers and Seekers move past self-doubt, fear and insecurity to accomplish your great things. Joe works with clients by referral or invitation only. But If your ready to Maximize Excellence in your life click here and we can have a conversation.. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter, or his blog.

Mickie Zada found her calling helping women escape abusive relationships so they can Maximize Excellence in their life. Mickie's mission is "Enjoying confidence to align with Divine intent to be of service and a beacon to others." She is Becoming A Beacon Of Excellence. Mickie lived the first 53 years of her life for everyone else and now she's on a personal crusade to live her second 53 years for herself. Living her dream and fulfilling her mission. She helps women "Move from Where they are to WHO they are". Listen to this episode of the Maximize Excellence Show and how the 7 forces helped her attract BIGGER & BETTER opportunities to her life. In this episode, you’ll discover: The Twin Sister of Generosity Shocking advice from John Maxwell that changed her life Tweaking Ideas To Create Excellence How To Rekindle Passion The Single Ingredient That Must Be Mixed with Vision To Create Excellence   Join the Conversation One of the things I like best about interviewing successful people is learning what you took away from it to help you Maximize Excellence in your life: Here's a Question: What is it that makes you feel trapped in a situation (like a relationship or a job as if you have no choice but to put up with it)? You can leave a COMMENT by clicking here. Explore Additional Resources In this episode we mentioned the following resources: Wednesday, Wine Day with Mickie (fb Live) Surviving Abuse Network Surviving Abuse Podcast The Second 53 Years Podcast Connect With Mickie and see the next Big Opportunity She's working on Mickiezada7@gmail.com About Us Joe Hicks is an experienced business leader, working entrepreneur, adjunct professor of business. More importantly, Joe is a Husband, Father, Grandfather (his grandkids call him PawPaw) and a guy that loves helping his friends.  Read more about him here. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter, or his blog. Ask Us a Question If you have a question, comment, thought or concern, you'd like to ask, You can do so by clicking here. We’d love to hear from you.

Ever wonder how some people score big in business? In this week's episode, Jaimie Jay of Slapshot studios shares how he did it with 3 simple core values he embraces in his business. JAY's SLAPSHOT NETS A HAT TRICK - Quality, Service, Connection. In this episode, you’ll discover: How to "invite your customers into your world" & make an authentic CONNECTION Jaimie incorporated fun into his brand and SERVICE to create his "USP" How themed generosity helped Slapshot partner with Jaime's favorite charity and raise $100K for the St. Louis PD mastermind "A" How dreaming will KILL your career progress What group helped Jaime propel his business forward and how you join "A" QUALITY group like it Join the Conversation One of the things I like best about interviewing successful people is learning what you took away from it to help you Maximize Excellence in your life: Here's a Question: What is it about your job or business you enjoy most? You can leave a COMMENT by clicking here. Explore Additional Resources In this episode we mentioned the following resources: Aaron Walker Tom Schwab   Connect with Jaime and see the next Big Opportunity he's working on! Who is Jaime Jay? Jaime is a passionate entrepreneur, creator, and founder of Slapshot Studio; A software service and web development company. Jaimie also offers other online services to his customers. Connect with Jaime at the links below About Us Joe Hicks is an experienced business leader, working entrepreneur, adjunct professor of business. More importantly, Joe is a Husband, Father, Grandfather (his grandkids call him PawPaw) and a guy that loves helping his friends.  Read more about him here. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter, or his blog. Ask Us a Question If you have a question, comment, thought or concern, you'd like to ask, You can do so by clicking here. We’d love to hear from you.

Iconic Excellence Is Engineered! Marshall Wayne is a secret agent who regularly goes undercover to deconstruct then reconstruct his client's Iconic Presence! Serving primarily elite clientel, The Agency specializes in high end marketing campaigns that Maximizes Excellence of his clients and their products & services. Marshall's Passion for uncovering unique beauty where others fail to see it has earned his clients millions of dollars and helped hundreds of homeless people through the creativity and benevolence of Marshall and the Agency. Listen to this episode of the Maximize excellence show and decode the secret forces that attract BIG opportunities to your life. In this episode, you’ll discover: The secret to finding beauty in the world How to Capture Inspiration and create a revenue stream What The Antithesis of Creativity is When and where Marshall quick changes ideas into new clients (it's not a phone booth) How Marshall used a camera to create a non-profit outreach   Join the Conversation One of the things I like best about interviewing successful people is learning what you took away from it to help you Maximize Excellence in your life: Here's a Question: What is it that Inspires you to do good (helping the less fortunate, creating good ideas, earning money)? You can leave a COMMENT by clicking here. Explore Additional Resources In this episode we mentioned the following resources: Dr. Wayne Dyer Dan Kennedy Connect With Marshall and see the next Big Opportunity He's working on Who is Marshall Wayne Marshall Wayne on FB Icon Engineering The Agency [Declassified] About Us Joe Hicks is an experienced business leader, working entrepreneur, adjunct professor of business. More importantly, Joe is a Husband, Father, Grandfather (his grandkids call him PawPaw) and a guy that loves helping his friends.  Read more about him here. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter, or his blog. Ask Us a Question If you have a question, comment, thought or concern, you'd like to ask, You can do so by clicking here. We’d love to hear from you. Subscribe to the Podcast Rate & Review If you have enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe below in iTunes, Stitcher, GooglePlay, or RSS                                                  If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the show. If you are unsure how to Rate and Review? Click HERE for a quick video tutorial. Share the Love Share The Excellence With Your Friends

We could all use "A Course in Excellence! Dr. Brian Dixon is no average Joe.  He is far “Above Average" because he found a way to schedule his work around his life instead of scheduling his life around his work.  Brian founded Amplify Publishers to help authors (or anyone else) with a message have a daily impact. He wanted to help people get their message to the ones who need to hear it. The decision to found his company caused him to attract Bigger and Better opportunities to his life time and again. In this episode, you’ll discover: How to create the solution to problems you have How to get past the resistance you’re facing, to achieve success How to make an impact on the "Mentors and Models" in your life and get results How to make your Perfect Day come true Excellent Quotes from this Episode "Tomorrow Starts Today” "Where you are, is where you’ve decided to be” "You will find money, When you pursue your passion” "We give out of our lack, Not out of our Abundance” “The Pebble Rarely Sees The Ripple” “Success Leaves Clues" Join the Conversation One of the things I like best about interviewing successful people is learning what you took away from it to help you Maximize Excellence in your life: Here's a Question: What does your perfect day look like? You can leave a COMMENT by clicking here.  

  Gary Leland of Arlington Texas went from door to door mini blind salesman to a serial entrepreneur with a million+ dollar, online e-commerce guru who controls the media in the world of Girls Fast Pitch Softball. Gary and his wife Kathy host the FIXER*UPPER Podcast; a “Fancast” not affiliated with the popular HGTV Show. In this episode, you’ll discover: Gary how Gary took the most stupid advice his friends ever heard and created an empire How Gary overcame having over $380,000 embezzled from him. Gary explains in detail, his unique marketing strategy Finally, Gary shares the secret to all his success JOIN THE CONVERSATION One of the things I like best about interviewing successful people is learning what you took away from it to help you Maximize Excellence in your life: Here’s a Question: What “Imperfect Action” can you take immediately to attract opportunity? You can leave a COMMENT by clicking here. EXPLORE ADDITIONAL RESOURCES In this episode we mentioned the following resources: For The Largest Collection of Premium Wall Coverings Are You A Fan of the FIXER*UPPER Show on HGTV Subscribe to the Fan Podcast Turn Key Podcasting Service Connect With Gary and see everything he’s working on! ABOUT US Joe Hicks is an experienced business leader, working entrepreneur, adjunct professor of business. More importantly, Joe is a Husband, Father, Grandfather (his grandkids call him PawPaw) and a guy that loves helping his friends.  Read more about him here. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter, or his blog. ASK US A QUESTION If you have a question, comment, thought or concern, you’d like to ask, You can do so by clicking here. We’d love to hear from you. SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST RATE & REVIEW If you have enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe below in iTunes, Stitcher, GooglePlay, or RSS                                                  If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the show. If you are unsure how to Rate and Review? Click HERE for a quick video tutorial. MORE EXCELLENCE: Get The Edict of Excellence!      

Christy Haussler left her life in the corporate world when an opportunity to love work and play in paradise every day came her way. She started Podcasting as the Brick & Mortar Reporter and that brought her an opportunity to open a business in the Florida KEYS. Christy is the host of the Brick & Mortar Reporter podcast. In this episode, you’ll discover: Christy used her introvert personality to build relationships that led to success How Christy "Balances "Focus" on her priorities with her desire to be "Generous". What Christy personal development principal she uses that inevitably attracts new business opportunities. What you should NEVER say to a person of Excellence (or risk of "Making Them Crazy") Join the Conversation One of the things I like best about interviewing successful people is learning what you took away from it to help you Maximize Excellence in your life: Here's a Question: What "Imperfect Action" can you take immediately to attract opportunity? You can leave a comment by clicking here. Explore Additional Resources In this episode we mentioned the following resources: Contact Christy Haussler's Team Podcast About Us Joe Hicks is an experienced business leader, working entrepreneur, adjunct professor of business. More importantly, Joe is a Husband, Father, Grandfather (his grandkids call him PawPaw) and a guy that loves helping his friends.  Read more about him here. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter, or his blog. Ask Us a Question If you have a question, comment, thought or concern, you'd like to ask, You can do so by clicking here. We’d love to hear from you. Share the Love If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the show.

Dale Richardson is not merely a mild manner attorney by day. He's also a John Maxwell Team Certified, Speaker, Trainer, and Coach helping to lead people to success through setting and achieving their goals. He's the host of the Live The Goals podcast    In this episode, you’ll discover: Dales secret weapon he uses to tap into his Authentic Self (You'd Never Guess) What Dale did after he came face to face with the realization "He Could Do More." Discover what unusual personal habit contributes most to Dale's success Join the Conversation: One of the things I like best about interviewing successful people is learning what you took away from it to help you Maximize Excellence in your life: Here's a Question: What will you do to "Live The Goals" in your life and help you Maximize Excellence in your career? You can leave a comment by clicking here. Explore Additional Resources In this episode we mentioned the following resources: Dale Richardson's Home Base   About Us Joe Hicks is an experienced business leader, working entrepreneur, adjunct professor of business. More importantly, Joe is a Husband, Father, Grandfather (his grandkids call him PawPaw) and a guy that loves helping his friends.  Read more about him here. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter, or his blog. Ask Us a Question If you have a question, comment, thought or concern, you can do so by clicking here. We’d love to hear from you.   Share the Love If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the show.

Dave Jackson is America's Personal Podcast Coach He's the curator of content at The School Of Podcasting and host of several podcasts including one of the longest running podcasts in iTunes The School Of Podcasting's Morning announcements. Dave is also owner of the Power Of Podcasting Network where you can find all of the many podcast shows Dave hosts. Podcasting since 2005 Dave has literally taught hundreds of thousands of people to Maximize Excellence podcasting.Listen to the Audio Maximize Excellence with Joe Hicks Subscribe to Podcast in iTunes In this episode, you’ll discover: The sage advice for Maximizing Excellence handed down through generations of Dave's family How the Seven Forces have attracted opportunity in Dave's Life & Business A method of time auditing and inventory to Intentionality and help you achieve more. What BIG opportunity Dave's working on that's coming soon to a computer near you. Join the Conversation One of the things I like best about interviewing successful people is learning what you took away from it to help you Maximize Excellence in your life: Here's a Question: What will you do to be more intentional about your future?  You can leave a comment by clicking here. Explore Additional Resources In this episode we mentioned the following resources: Steve Stewart's Home Base The Power Of Podcasting Network "Changing The World One Download At A Time" Asana RescueTime About Us Joe Hicks is an experienced business leader, working entrepreneur, adjunct professor of business. More importantly, Joe is a Husband, Father, Grandfather (his grandkids call him PawPaw) and a guy that loves helping his friends.  Read more about him here. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter, or his blog. Ask Us a Question If you have a question, comment, thought or concern, you can do so by clicking here. We’d love to hear from you. Subscribe to the Podcast If you have enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe: Share the Love If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the show.

Steve Stewart is a Personal Finance Architect He's the host of the No Debt, No Credit, No Problems podcast airing on the Two Guys Talking Podcast Network Steve discovered his true calling in 2005 when he and his wife decided to Maximize Excellence in their financial life and get out of debt after listening to some nutty guy barking at his listeners on the Radio.  Listen to the Audio Subscribe to Podcast in iTunes and get Maximize Excellence with Joe Hicks delivered to your mobile device automatically. In this episode, you’ll discover: How one radio host's "Barking" banter changed the trajectory of Steve's life and created a life changing opportunity. How The Seven Forces attracted opportunity in Steves Life & Business One thing you must do to Maximize Excellence in  your Personal Growth and position yourself for success. What BIG opportunity Steve's working on and how it could attract opportunity to your life  Join the Conversation One of the things I like best about interviewing successful people is learning what you took away from it to help you Maximize Excellence in your life: Here's a Question: What will you do to get a clear vision of your future and map your way to excellence? You can leave a comment by clicking here. Explore Additional Resources In this episode we mentioned the following resources: Steve Stewart's Home Base 2 Guys Talking Podcast Network Dave Ramsey Stacking Benjamins About Us Joe Hicks is an experienced business leader, working entrepreneur, adjunct professor of business. More importantly, Joe is a Husband, Father, Grandfather (his grandkids call him PawPaw) and a guy that loves helping his friends.  Read more about him here. Follow him on Facebook, Twitter, or his blog. Ask Us a Question If you have a question, comment, thought or concern, you can do so by clicking here. We’d love to hear from you. Subscribe to the Podcast If you have enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe: Share the Love If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the show.

Joe welcomes you to The Show, talks about why he is producing this podcast and what the benefit of listening will be. He also sets the stage for what you can expect going forward on the show and the expected format will be. Now, Raise Your Average and join The Show!