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Listen as Jodi helps us learn to live a zestful life that works for each of us.

Fascinated by human behavior, how we work and how we integrate, Craig Forman personally believes it could be better. His Mission: Help the world work better by improving how we work.

Hang on for the ride that is Randy Cohen. An authentic, humble and 100% optimist that lives by his “Whoo, Whoo” philosophy. 

Partner at Torys LLP, an Edmonton native, fourth generation Muslim Canadian, and author of the new book, Say Please and Thank You and Stand in Line: One Man's Story of What Makes Canada Special, And How to Keep It That Way: Dany Assaf, a man of great energy, intelligence and purpose.

Marilyn and MHJ & Associates are committed to helping individuals and organizations build better, more diverse vendor partnerships. Marilyn isn't just a business powerhouse, she's charming, nice, funny and waaay too humble.

Stumbles into the advertising field, gravitates to the new business development function and the rest is history!

Shashi Mudunuri, a self-proclaimed “start-up guy” and “adrenaline junkie” was built for the roller coaster ride of startups.

Samantha McKenna's natural abilities toward sales comes from her parents, which in her words, “my parents were exceptional at creating human relationships”. Her firm, #samsales Consulting, strives everyday to make as much as a positive impact as possible.

Alex has been a geek forever and he loves it! Writing his own game codes at 10 years old, Alex's mission has been to help people thrive at work by applying technology. His entrepreneurship is vast but always on the same path: technology matters.

Jay Steinfeld's entrepreneurship started young, learning from his mother to do whatever, doing what needs to be done and stop the whining. From his high-school days selling custom t-shirts to Blinds.com, Jay Steinfeld always stayed curious which kept him innovating.

For Candi Luciano purposed driven brands are her jam. She found her grateful spirit during her journey of owning and selling her agency that has culminated with her becoming a “Vodkapreneur”.

Never give up, always do a little bit more than what is required of you, these mantras have pushed Clay Raterman, founder of Nadabot, to a walk-on for THE Ohio State football team and American Ninja Warrior. Listen as Clay lays out the road less traveled to entrepreneurship and the founding of Nadabot.

What do you get when you combine an Air Force Colonel with a nationally ranked boxer and a dean of a business school?  Answer...just a few of the amazing ways to describe our guest today.

Rob, founder & CEO of Rise Up Coaching knows that when you are curious you learn, when you learn you build and when you build with intention you build authentically.  In his first book, coming soon, 'The Social Soul, Mastering Your Personal and Professional Brand with Intentionality and Authenticity', Rob highlights the process for building your network across all platforms.

Jason Ferrara of Searchspring simplifies messaging providing direct value to the shopper and the ecommerce retailer.

LinkedIn, if you're in business you are on LinkedIn. Being on LinkedIn is far different from utilizing LinkedIn's capabilities to grow, promote and connect. Judi Hays, a LinkedIn expert, helps clients find their audience, make the connections and stand out from the crowd 

Messaging; getting to the clear, consistent messaging is the mainstay for Jason Sieden of Brndstrm. Jason's process guides companies to focus and find a path forward to success.

John Barrows never thought about a career in sales; Sales isn't a career it is more of a way to raise money. Throughout his extensive sales career John discovered the sales experience has nothing to do with what you sell but how you sell.

Scott Kitun learned early on that having/adding value is how you became the cool kid. It will surprise you how Scott became the self-reliant adult that ALWAYS follows through on his word and commitment. 

"Women In Tech, A Book For Guys” Eva Helen's upcoming book showcases her drive to bring the conversation between women and men together.

We have with us this week, the ultimate optimist -  Joseph Shusterman of Bluemark. 11 years after starting Bluemark Joseph says the fun is just getting started. What started as a resource for promotional goods, Bluemark has evolved into a full service onboarding company whose goal is to free up their clients' time.

Dominic Vogel, Dom, is so much more than his profile, Founder & Chief Strategist, a whole lot more!! We learned the depth of Dom from all things cyber security to compassion, kindness and empathy. Through the gift of entrepreneurship Dom found out who he was meant to be!

Following a career working for others Walker McKay took the leap to entrepreneurship and started the No BS Sales School. His passion, showing founders, managers, and salespeople how to cut through their BS in order to be more successful and authentic while selling.

Abby Miller Levy has had quite a career with companies like OXO, Thrive and Soul Cycle. But her company, Primetime Partners grew from her work in the health and wellness sector and her passion around transforming the quality of living for older adults.

What do you want to do tonight? What do you want for dinner? Do you like this couch for the family room? Decisions, decisions, decisions, Cobble's CEO and founder, Jordan Scott decided early on she wanted to help make those decisions effortless or at least less daunting. The ultimate decision is yours - We Cobble, Do You?

Jessica Schaefer's passion is working with founders that want to solve really big problems; founders that want to bring access in the tech and investment world to more people. Honing her skills with Point72, Jessica started her own firm, Bevel PR, where she applies a pragmatic approach to public relations, really good narratives; “Don't go to the media with every story”.

From IPO to CEO Kurt Donnell has quite an impressive resume in a short work history. His curiosity brought him to learn and see all different aspects of life which he continues in his leadership. The “Just Do It” attitude he saw in his parents has helped him grow Freestar and keep it on track as one of the fastest growing companies in America. (This epsiode was recorded in November 2020)

Self-sufficient at an early age, our guest, Tina Gravel found skills that have been incredibly useful throughout her life and career. Guiding herself in her early decisions Tina has become an award winning Woman of Tech!  She has had a long and rewarding career, being authentic, honest, always doing the right thing by other people and not giving up. Now her life is designed to serve others - that's what makes her happy; making sure that the world she leaves is a better place.

Picture your average college “hippie” for a moment. A man with long hair, an immense love for the environment and passion for travel. Now compare that image with a high-level CEO. Seems like an entirely different person, right? While it may seem contradictory, our guest today has seamlessly melded these two personas throughout the journey of his truly fascinating life. From working for non-profits, travelling South America on a motorcycle, to becoming the CEO of a major coaching group, you can't miss the incredible journey and wisdom of Edward Sullivan.

How is an incredibly talented tech leader created? Maybe they adopted technology early on? A strong focus on education? Working at a circus?... Okay, maybe not that last one, but our guest has done just that and much more. Meet Karolyn Hart, current C/O of a tech platform that connects people and helps businesses grow at an astounding rate called InspireHub. Karolyn has done just about every job you can imagine, from tossing pizzas to working at a circus, but her main drive in any field is serving others. Hear her incredible story and learn how serving others has led Karolyn to her success

We all remember trying to fit in at school. The fear that comes with constantly worrying about how you look, speak, or even think can be detrimental to a child's development. But what if these differences were celebrated rather than controlled? Our guest Amir Nathoo is a prime example of this. Having been encouraged to stay curious and determined from a young age, Amir has been able to embrace his differences and change the way parents and children approach learning. Today he is the CEO of Outschool, an online marketplace with over 100,000 classes that educates and engages children across the world!

Being a parent is hard, being a new parent of twins? Even harder. Now imagine taking on this intense challenge while taking a pay-cut to pursue your passions while also being a parent's of two newborn twins… Now that's intense, but that's exactly what Jen Spencer has done. Throughout her life Jen has left a unique impression on every challenge she takes on, being more than willing to step out of her comfort zone to be herself while overcoming countless obstacles along the way. Hear how she balances her busy life and has changed perceptions in the sales world all while finding joy and passion for the work she does.

Our teenage years can be tough as we are catapulted into uncharted territories, new people, responsibilities, and even new cities, states, or countries. This can be overwhelming at times, but how you choose to handle these experiences will build the foundation for who you are going to become. Our guest today is nothing short of incredible. We get to see the world through the eyes of Shruti Kapoor, a woman who traveled to new countries and explored the world at the tender age of sixteen for her education. Today she is the Co-Founder and CEO of Wingman, an astounding company that transforms data into information that boosts sales!

Nearly everyone remembers their first time riding a bike. The joy, excitement, and freedom achieved in every push of the pedals is something truly indescribable. Our guest today experienced these same things when he began riding bikes, so much so that it became his lifelong passion. Meet Aaron Kerson, CEO & Co-Founder of PNW Components. Aaron quickly found his niche in the bike community at a young age, and though he didn't know at the time, these first rides paved the path for the success he has today. Hear how staying dedicated to the passions and people you love can make your dreams a reality!

Some people say that the American dream is dead… But our guest today has redefined this dream by paving his own path through sheer passion and determination. Meet serial entrepreneur Milind Mehere, Founder & CEO of Yieldstreet. Milind immigrated from India to the US with a background in mechanical engineering and has since learned how to build multiple thriving organizations. Not only has he built his own success, but Milind continually educates others along the line in hopes to level the financial playing field. Hear his inspiring journey now!

It’s no secret that the projects people love will teach them the most. The passion and drive that goes into something like this will not only bring lessons about that project but about life as well. Putting in the time to truly master your craft will result in a deep motivation that can be applied to all future endeavors. Nobody defines this better than our guest today. Meet the astounding Sales Development Leader and karaoke champion, Meaghan Hurley. Despite her incredible ability and passion for song and dance, she has made a massive change from this path... and she couldn't be happier!

Who do you trust the most? Close friends? Family? Regardless of who it is, we all know why we trust these people: because they care. This inherently builds a culture of trust and comfort, so why should the workplace be any different? Our incredible guest Brooke Bachesta has broken through the often male-dominated world of tech simply by caring for others and being true to herself. This honesty and dedication has changed her organization for the better by pushing for honesty and diversity. Hear Brooke’s encouraging story and learn how you too can create a successful and enjoyable workplace!

When trying to find success and mastery in any career, the hardest and most courageous step you can take is simply starting. Taking this first step takes, courage, dedication, and passion, and no matter how hard you try, there’s going to be some mistakes along the way Meet Greg Larson, author, baseball fanatic and standup comedian. Despite his lengthy repertoire, there were certainly some struggles and tough decisions he had to make but his dedication for what he loves paved the path for the success he has today. Hear wisdom and inspiration from Greg Larson.

You remember your first job. Getting through high school waiting tables, flipping burgers… or working at a law firm? Now that may sound a little unconventional but this knack for overcoming challenges is just one of the attributes that makes our guest today so unique. The passion and drive she displays so clearly has allowed her to pave her own path, even with the curve balls life can throw. It certainly was no easy task, but despite uncertainty and challenges along the way, Whitney Sales has built a thriving system for success.

When the values of a company do not align with your own, it's simply not worth it. This is a lesson our guest today knows all too well. Despite her innate nature to give each job she pursues every ounce of effort, when values do not align it will never be fulfilling. Hear the incredible journey of Heidi Fortes, a woman who challenges the status quo of her industry with every move she makes. Both entrepreneur and sales coach, Heidi does it all and her success speaks for itself. Whether it's a mountain or a microphone (hey, we tried to fix it!) there's no challenge Heidi can't overcome!

There is a unique energy created when people make real and personal connections. This is displayed constantly in everyday life, whether that be in school, the work environment, or even a yoga studio. Understanding how these connections work an essential skill for any great leader. Our guest today believes strongly in building these connections through the constant dedication she has for serving her community. Through her encouragement of diversity and passion for helping others, Katherine Mays wears her values on her sleeve with pride and confidence.

You remember the days… life was full of new experiences and the world was at your fingertips. You could be anything you wanted! From a cowboy to a firefighter, or even becoming an astronaut. However, most people leave these “childish” passions behind… what if they could make you millions? That’s exactly what our guest today has done, using these passions and values to maintain his unstoppable drive for success, and this is just a small portion of what makes Frankie Russo so special. Hear the astounding story of what made him the powerhouse he is today!

In this episode, we get to hear it all from a woman who has done it all. From graduating early to adopting technology wholeheartedly in the ‘70s, getting an MBA, and even living a large part of her life in Europe, this is truly an individual who thrives off experiences, and that is exactly what Patti Pokorchak has done. She has jumped on countless opportunities that most in her field of expertise were far too afraid to do. she lives her life to its fullest and continues to share her knowledge with others, dedicating herself to what she believes in every day.

Andrew McConnell is a man of extraordinary character with a resume just as awe-inspiring as his life is. Born in Alabama, Andrew has moved around a lot, hustling side jobs wherever he could, and maintaining an astounding academic career in the process, even going from Harvard to Cambridge! Yet this wasn’t enough for him, so he tapped into his entrepreneurial spirit by simply asking a few questions. Through this he found an untapped market: easing the pressure put on landlords, giving them access to modern technology and data, ultimately making renting easier for owners and renters alike.

How does one go from a printing business owner to one of the top tech saleswomen in the world? Lanette Richardson will tell you! After starting at the lowest ranks in tech sales due to misogynistic views, she quickly rose to the top, outselling everyone in the business by honest dedication and determination to helping clients receive the help they need. In addition, Lanette works tirelessly as the president and co-founder of Utah Women in Sales, building a community of people who strive to achieve equality and opportunities in sales positions around the world.

Meet Liz Coufal, a woman who breaks down social stigmas and misogyny while fighting for the rights and equality of all people. This Texas woman has relentlessly pursued her passion for social activism since the age of 15, building herself into an absolute fireball of a woman who has a successful career in tech startups, social activism, environmental justice, and even her own website dedicated to educating people about democracy and their individual rights… Talk about busy! Hear the lessons she has learned along the way as we explore what makes this fascinating woman tick.

How does a small-town boy become a rock n’ roll legend, successful author, and motivational speaker? Kenny Aronoff will tell you because that’s exactly what he did. Building his career from nothing but perseverance and an immensely strong work ethic, Kenny has performed with big names such as John Mellencamp, The Rolling Stones, Bruce Springsteen, Lady Gaga, Bob Dylan, and more. You name it, he’s probably played it. He attributes his success to his humility and inherent “workaholic” attitude, but this hasn’t stopped him from having some wild and fun times along the way.

Founder of Mugsy Jeans, Leo Tropeano, creates the most comfortable jeans in the world. After suffering years of discomfort and lack of style when shopping for menswear, Leo gave up everything to build Mugsy into the powerhouse it is today by teaching himself photography, graphic design, and working a multitude of odd jobs to make ends meet. His hard work  combined with the help of his team who share a combined vision and passion has paid off; Mugsy has received glowing customer reviews. Leo has found fulfillment by providing men with the confidence and style they need to become the best they can be.

Allye O'Brien boasts a proven track record of success as a Sales leader for both top-of-the-funnel and quota-carrying contributors. Experienced with building out Sales organizations, including quotas, goals, monthly and quarterly targets, and five-year planning, she is now involved in work that is deeply aligned with her ideals. She serves as the Director of Revenue Operations at Chief, a professional coaching network that aims to advance gender equality in business by helping more women land and excel in executive roles.   Chief was founded to drive women forward into positions of power — and keep them there. Allye's work with Chief allows her to focus on finding creative solutions to help women connect, problem-solve, and achieve their goals, while staying focused on the overall goal of gender parity in the workplace.

Michelle Schifrin is a sales and account management professional with 10+ years of experience within fast-growing technology companies and enterprise SaaS organizations. Currently, she works for Carta, a company working to create more liquidity in the private market. Their mission is to create more owners, which resonates with Michelle, since she is passionate about democratizing wealth in a disruptive way.   A passionate manager, Michelle oversees a sales team that works primarily with early-stage founders and companies, and spends her time coaching sales reps, optimizing usage of Salesforce, and onboarding new clients with a hands-on customer-centric approach.

Park Howell, a 30+ year veteran of the advertising industry, is passionate about the power of stories in our lives and businesses. He spends his time offering Business of Story workshops that help businesses clarify their stories to amplify their impact, and consults, teaches, coaches and speaks internationally to help leaders and communicators rise above the noise of the Attention Economy and be heard using the power of brand and business storytelling.    His passion in life is helping purpose-driven leaders master their business storytelling to enable them to attract and retain top talent, connect with their ideal customers, and grow through a shared narrative that everyone can buy into and prosper from.