Wish I Knew . . .

Career Background:Best selling author of her book "The Cancer Channel"COO for a start up in SF AdentroEbay for over 14 yearsConsultant at AccentureStarted her career at Chubb in LA and spent time in NYCEducated at - Occidental CollegeCornell for the MBALe Cordon Bleu Ottawa culinary institute Highlightswhat to do during "down time" her YMCA GigHaving PhD Parents and loving learningTalking her way into numerous jobsWhat is this Management Consulting all aboutMBA at Cornell and NO interest in Wall StreetCross country move with Accenture and EbayGoing it alone without mentors on some heavy decisionsSuffering from the Princess ComplexThe impact of her parentsDrive across AmericaThe power of the SabbaticalsCulinary School on a SabbaticalBeing a learnerTrain ride from New York city to AlbanyWriting her first bookAfter quitting no looking for a job for 2 monthsHigh sense of urgency and driveBacking a colleague into a cornerGiving more grace AND spaceWhen the student is ready the teacher appearsIf you treated your friends like you treat yourself, you wouldn't have any friendsFalling in love with reading againWhy Not?Brian Stevenson ConversationWant to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

Background:Vanderbilt University Bachelor in PsychologyDirector of sales and marketing VP of Business DevelopmentVP of CommunicationsCollaborating AuthorCo-Founder / Co-Moderator (Leadership Chat)President of Impactiviti / ClarityFuel for over 17 yearsHighlightsAnother paper boyConsultant / AuthorSunday French ToastClarity is the heart and soul of everything he doesChose his College based on Astronomy, Quickly adjusted to PsychologyReads 3 to 8 books at a timeHis mind loves to put things in orderMarketing as early as age 14 years oldStrength Finder Focus on what you do well (Forget about the weaknesses)Getting people in touch with their wiringDiscovering that he was a consultant all alongFiguring it all out on his ownRunning out of challenges means changing it up a bitThe impact of his Dad being an inventorTMI is a big problem to clarityYou are going to be Pidgeon holed, so you might as well find your pigeon hole and tell it to the worldWant to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

BackgroundCurrently - Director of Talent X & Educate X Cracked into consulting in 2011 with Gallop Solutions where she worked with some incredible people who helped shape her career.Marnie eventually Started her own Business consultant organizationHighlights:Hungry Jacks (Burger Kind) and the $300 phone billNo drive or desire to go to universityOut of High School "I want to go to England" so she didDaniel and Lindy internshipFirst client at 19, "you can pay me to talk about my or how I can help you."Analytical and structured thinkerWorking with small businessesReally likes people, loves human beings6 months, no way. Turned into 6 years24 hour decision, do you want to be here or notBeing completely self awareBest advice - Death Bed ExerciseHaving a casual lack of concern - "Insouciant"Want to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

BackgroundWent to my Alma Mater Macomb Community CollegeHard working guy who had several jobs prior to finding his career Award winning and Top Producing Realtor in the Metro Detroit area Author of "Think like a realtor" "Beating the Force of Average"Created a real estate show and an Expert media contributor to all kinds of real estate showsHighlights Job straight out of college and Assessing career earlyExperiencing mid life crisis in his early twentiesFinding the woman of her dreams at Burger KingWife being a major influence on his lifeHearing - You'd be good at salesAlways like real estate Knowing himself - More handshake than cold call personalityGetting focus through writing some booksThe impact of the Global Financial CrisisBeing let go a couple of times and the positive impactHis key traits are so easy to followRationale for writing a bookGiving a book instead of a business cardBest advice is to "Just start:Get out of your comfort zoneHis kids were nice enough to join in the fun Stuff Question portion of the podcastWant to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

So proud of both my sisters for doing this as they were a bit stretched out of their comfort zone.  You will hear about:- The Nowak "No"- Boblo Island- Our first sibling trip- Impact of a cruise ship in SeattleOn a personal note, I just want to say how much I love and appreciate both of my sisters.  We are all so very similar and you can hopefully hear how much we truly enjoy each other.  Our over 20 sibling trips have been a highlight in my life.  Vicky & Linda - I love you both very much and so happy to have you play such a large part in my life!Want to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

Career BackgroundCentral Michigan University Alumni MIS and Accounting Heaps of Credentials from the University of MichiganSolid career in consulting with Equaterra and KPMG HighlightsSearching for the next phase of his careerStudying Management Information Systems early onGreat first job story, awesomeThe big houston move, loved itWonderful start up company story and wooing a clientAnother Enron impacted individualHaving to let your team of 7 goCompany cultural differencesThe Mark Toon Impact on hisSeeing you being relaxedBeing an approachable professionalStanding up for your employeesDoing what's rightThe great guys from MichiganDave brown looks out for youWant to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

Career BackgroundTroy University Journalism and Public Relations News Writer @ Troy ProgressFeatures editor @ Troy MessengerFreelance Writer and PhotographerSouth Alabama Cooperative Marketing and member Services / Communications Over 21 years Author of 3 books When in Doubt, Delete ItGet Noticed / Get HiredCulture Secret HighlightsGreat first job working with his dad in a beauty shopEarly receipt for chocolate milk and grilled cheeseBeing in the Electric Co-Op world for 25 yearsHas her own businessWorking with sorority young ladiesReleasing her 3rd book in late April 2023 Cultures in organizations and the Value culture Won a competition in 7th Grade and earned $15Radio News / Weekly newspaper (doing everything) / Daily Paper features editorBeing famous in her hometownAdding behavior to ValuesMeeting Laura the PR person at the Electric Co-OpDoing anything on the Co-Op job, I mean anythingDon't ever throw an opportunity awayGreat advice - I'm gonna stay out of your way to get the job doneHas written 3 books inside of 4 yearsGetting the "Stet" commentBeing a good journalist "Learn how to listen"Best career decision - leaving the bad bossWant to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

 Career BackgroundCollege career he attended Purdue University for Mechanical Engineering Michigan State for his MBA University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business As you will here his career has been one of leadership through change with some great opportunitiesMost recently he is at Butler University Executive Director focusing on organizational learning and professional development Highlights:Mechanical engineering at PurdueMeeting his match in collegeGetting bored in a narrow focused jobLearning the importance of sales early onTaking advice on going to Michigan StateFilling the void with the MBA programHybrid Electric vehicle contest"So what is the goal of this competition?"Increasing his negotiation skills"Tell me about the vehicle"Getting bored vs. getting stretchedSome spirited conversationsBeing recruited by Bright PointHaving an entrepreneurial spiritRefurbished phones and computers, being early to the gameKeeping in touch with your networkFilled the vacuum when it was neededSeeing the pattern before it shows itselfNorthern Michigan Want to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

Leslie's Resources For You: - To learn her work, visit www.riselean.com- To learn about how to overcome food obsession, visit  http://www.riselean.com/food-obsession- To learn about executive weight loss coaching, visit  https://www.riselean.com/executive-weight-loss-coach/- To learn about her proprietary methodology Lean Instinct Formula™:  https://www.riselean.com/lean-instinct-formula/- To join her free masterclass The 5 Winning Keys To Unlimited Food Freedom While Gaining A Head-Turning Body, visit: www.riselean.training/r/cCareer HighlightsAttended Bard College in NY Fascinating story on how she chose this college Worked at PwC in China and New YorkHR Officer at Thermo Fisher ScientificAlso worked in Human Resources at Fiat GroupHighlightsFirst job and getting taken down to the local police office in ChinaBeing a weight loss Executive coachDreaming of going to university in the USGetting inspiration from her AuntDiscovering Financial aid for international studentsPersistence in applying to US UniversitiesBeing made an example in front of the other studentsThe cultural divide and barriers encounteredCultural shock in Shanghai for a Chinese girlLosing clarity over time while workingBeing authentic to yourselfFinding her entrepreneurial selfWho you get advice from is extremely importantToo many Weirdo's here, I need to move onReally proud of being a calming influencerYou can also follow her on Tiktok (www.tiktok.com/@riselean) and LinkedIn ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslielchen/), and follow her Facebook Page ( https://www.facebook.com/RiseLeanCoaching)"Want to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

HighlightsStill on the books for his first job which only had 4 shifts / Music is in his blood - Wanting to be in an 80's glam band in 2008 /  Not going to Uni just after High school / Getting the itch to discover America / Spending 90 days to discover all parts of the US / Seeking out unique experiences / Call center highlighted his resiliency and drive / Getting lost and trying to figure it out / The $50k personal loan was a life changer / Getting into Berkeley with "The Extremist" by Joe Satriani / Best time of his life was at Berkeley / "Start a Band" Brad Paisley with Keith Urban / Getting a job at Berkeley answering phones / Chandler McLeod gig and being first in and last out / Not tapping out until the debt was paid off / The realization he found in Nashville / The impact of a great man named Clinton Career Background:Specialized in workforce strategyCurrently a consultant @ EY in MelbourneSpent just under 3 years at TelstraChandler Macleod groupNational Australia BankWant to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

BackgroundCollege at Cornell Played footballStudied Electrical EngineeringWorked at great companies Arthur AndersenOracleFord Motor CompanyCurrently at TomTom as their PM Automotive In-Vehicle Software Engineer Highlights:Working at Grandpa's BarFather Murphy and breaking his heartVery pragmatic and being a problem solverBeing Supremely confident in the early yearsWorking in a start upBoomeranging to Arthur AndersenThe power of relationshipsConnect with others outside of workBeing hit at Andersen by Enron (join the club)Switching over to Oracle and am I a good sales personGreat sales = be a good listenerFinally making his way over to Ford Motor Company Want to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

Career Background:CEO of the Churchhill Leadership Group Global Coaching organization President and Board Member - Leadership and Team DevelopmentAstraZeneca for over 22 years National speaker management leader Regional Sales Director Strategic Brand Planning Manager HighlightsStarting work at 7 years old in the Corner ShopLoving science when youngerSandwich course at university 2 year school 1 year work 1 more year school Went into the pharmaceutical industry  for a carLoving sales and communicating with peopleQuantity of of activity and quality of conversationsGetting lucky to find an industry that worked, especially salesWhat to do with you live "stay curious", heaps of other great perspectiveThe Portland TrailblazersBeing practical with your decisionsFigure out patterns to successFinding your strengthsThe love of mentoring and situational mentoringChanging up mentors to reach successTaking multiple jobs and rolesHaving a husband that is able to see the potentialBeing well rounded vs spiking in your careerSeeing the potential in others and aligning accordinglyThe power of coaching and seeing others growBe like WaterWant to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

I'm your host Gary Nowak and today I've got an interesting one for you with my guest Nando Ateho who during our conversations gives us some great insight into his background and current entrepreneurial mindset.Career Background:Comes from a family of EntrepreneursHis work consists of creating a culture of mutually beneficial relationshipsIdeas Nando Lives by: Kaizen- The continuous journey of becoming the best version of yourself. -The Toyota Way Work harder on yourself than you do at your job-Jim Rohn We are the some of the people we most spend and give our time to. – Mr. Simsek Other's opinion of you does not have to become your reality – Les Brown Lead me, follow me or get out of my way – George Patton Let food by thy medicine and medicine by thy food-Hippocrates We must love our lives and use work as the necessary leverage we earn to achieve our inspirations. – Me.  HighlightsBox of snickers to sell and paying the VIGEmotional motivation and connectionMaking $100 selling stuffInstinct to be entrepreneurial, it's in the genesTrying to connect the childhood to current dayEntrepreneurial family from grandmother on downExercise = mental health, better marriageSexual Transmutation conversationHealthy dose of vanityMom is a warrior and a bad assIndividual Kid Birthday TripsICLC for the kids (Imagination / Communication / Leadership / CreativityUltra runnerFirst car was a mistakeWant to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

Career Background:Founder and CEO of Avanti SearchRecruitment experience with: Accolade Wines Class Ltd Wolters Kluwer NSW Dept of Industry Apprentice Australia ContestantAmbassador for: Ferrari Australian Grand Prix Corporation Miss World Australia 2006Her Company - https://www.avantisearch.com.au/ HighlightsBest first job ever Miss World Australia 2006Looking for a way to get into charity workFinding excitement in recruitmentCreating a company that aligns with her valuesTaking care of the family with an unwell MotherBuilding up confidence early on and taking that with her throughoutBeing discovered through her great interview skillsAn interview is just a conversationKey skill is her listening abilityHearing impairment is her super powerAligning career to her valuesCommunicating with ExecutivesCoaching candidates on their career experience and imposter syndromeAsk for a water, coffee or teaAdmitting your nervesOverdelivering on contentThe "Golden" interview questionAvanti Search is her own company with high touchGreat perspective on her successVenice to VegasSummertime in New DelhiWant to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

Career Background:Currently President and CEO of Axion MedicalBoard member with: Bottlenose ESSI Advisor to Private Equity and Venture capitalistsEquaterra for nearly 8 yearsFounder of Morgan Chambers in the UKHighlightsHard working family and the oldest of 6 kidsCommunity College degree / Great visualPower plant engineering degreeSemi autonomous robot workExtremely technical background out of CollegeKilling two sacred cows at onceCitigroup came calling early onThe drive for $$$Learning outsourcing at the very beginningGaining cultural experience early on as an independent contractorOutworks everyone elseLoves the English languageMassive advice from Mom - Understand peopleEQ = Understanding or caring for peopleBest advice - Question everythingSecret to success "Live in the Gray"Speed in decision makingGet over yourself and ALWAYS Be yourselfConstant knocks on his door for opportunitiesChoose your partners wisely and monitor the allianceContention unattended becomes conflictEngineering, Outsourcing, Ad AgencyOrganic career choices with good decisionsNever selling his soulWorld Class Philly Cheesesteak sandwich maker / Comfort Food Want to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

Career Background:Coca Cola in various role SVP Customer Excellence VP of the West Zone National Team leader with sales associate recruiting National account executive Florida State University majoring in Advertising CommunicationHighlightsBeing a Seminole vs a GatorNo idea on the major, sound familiarSales career began early with convincing her dad of a way out of government workPodcast host with Origin storiesFind your own authentic pathHead / heart / gut conversation - where to listen"Everyone will let you down" commentYour choices create our outcomesPeople and soooo generousThe informational interviewsThe Coke interview and starting with then in CaliforniaThe 12 to 1 ratioBeing a successful woman at coke for 33 yearsWe all have Plot twists that happen in our livesPaying attention to Quiet the voices in your headStopping is a great thingAlways check in on your career pathWe've got your backGreat proud momentBest career move had an element of regretTrust yourselfWant to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

Career Background:Finance transformation expert most recently with: BT in London Prior to that: SVP Finance Operations with Smith and Nephew VP Finance Transformation and systems with PearsonHighlightsNot knowing how to do his first job and getting promotedCompensating with a PorscheTaking a year off  prior to UniversityComing from humble stockDegree in English, but switching to accounting for a jobHaving verbal agility and emotional intelligence have served John wellThe Gap Year discussionGrowing into LeadershipAdvice on public speakingTalking stand up comedyWhy he chose his first employerBeing stubborn and getting accounting credentialsWatching Dad and loving what he sawGetting out of accounting at the right timeComing down to Shared Services where we eventually metLogistics eats strategy for lunch everydayGreat story about a US Major General that changed his lifeCrafting his own career path, MAGICFinding his stride for 3 to 5 years in shared services, being so happyGreat approach to conflict resolutionWonderful mentors that shaped his careerMentoring - Migrant LeadersWhat young people want these daysWonderful advice that fits everyone, so powerfulNever been to a McDonald'sTranslation Canteen = Lunch Room Cud = Fat Lager = Beer Want to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

Career Background:Senior Program Manager at IntuitRecent MBA graduate from UC Davis in CaliforniaFashion Industry experience with: Talent program Manager @ Zuri Model and Talent Talent Director at Tadashi Shoji Project Manager @DrJays.com Find her photography here - http://www.emmaphotography.com/#!/page/40627/homeHighlightsDel Mar and love of fashionYearbook staff in high school and getting encouragementTaking a camera everywhere she went6 months in Italy taking photosFinding a job in a haunted museumWorking for Dr. J's while in San DiegoBeing on the cutting edge of online fashion sales and ecommerceNikki Minaj shootHoning her creative and business sensesMoving from start up to an established fashion designerBuilding up the photo studio, website and photo requirementsMoving to LA and working as a talent agentDoing photography as a side hustleLooking for stabilityTalent recruiting is talent recruiting, so the switch to IntuitThe need for stabilityHaving an impact and not knowing itPivoting from The Fashion industry to IntuitGetting the most out of her MBAWorking on recording her entire family for this podcast Want to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

I'm your host Gary Nowak and today I've had the great honor of reconnecting with a former colleague and extremely successful consultant @Greg TuckerCareer Background:Award winning CXO, CMO, Chief Customer Officer Chief Journey mapper, heling companies better understand the customer journeySelf employed with his highly successful consulting company for over 10 yearsHeld positions with great companies like Clorox, AAA, Copart, CSC Index and mercer Management ConsultingEducation Undergrad at Kansas State in Mechanical Engineering MBA from Stanford University in Strategy & Marketing Operations HighlightsGreat first job, those were the days and being the #1 StickerGrowing up in Middle AmericaStudied Engineering but always knew in his heart he would be a businessmanMaking Stanford wait for himDoesn't like working outside all that muchEngineering to business subjectsKansas to New York to the BayWine thread throughoutShifting between industry and consultingWorking for some major clientsGetting the best thinking in the roomConsulting is like fixing a gourmet mealAsking a consulting questions to consultantsHow coming from a farming family helps you become a practical consultantHiring people smarter than yourself"Live in the Question"Listening in a conversation for Context / Process / ContentTurn the data around to the client and ask a questionGetting a "Big Bang Theory" & "Ozark" references into the podcastBest advice is asking a questionCustomer Experience deep dive conversationMissing out on working with 2 high profile individualsBeing surrounded by great leadersChris Botti Stalker listGetting out of your wife's wayWant to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

Career Background:Currently CEO of her own consulting companyMicrosoft for over 11 years in Learning and DevelopmentWorked for: Dell in Canada Sherry Tetley and Associates - Mngt Consulting Baxter International GSK - GlaxoSmithKline HighlightsWorking as Veterinarian assistantMedical micro biology majorBringing two horses to universityBecoming a Pharma RepLoving bringing something useful to the medical communityBuilding relationships with doctorsHearing what people are saying and also NOT sayingAsking the tough questionsMoving to another company to get more experienceThe complex challenges of running a company end to endSticking with it, based on her commitmentCareer pivot from Pharma to technologyDad was a mentorWorking for Dell and MicrosoftAlways keep your eye on the market place to determine your worth and opportunitiesGreat advice for the younger generationNetworking advice Be your own advocate and create your own board of directorsReally value one on one leadershipWant to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

Career Background:Author of the book "The Career Toolkit"MIT Graduate and an engineer by backgroundChief Technology Officer at several companiesFaculty at MITCreator of the "brain Dump" Apphttps://brainbumpapp.com/HighlightsMom "Why don't you teach the chess class"Book "The Career Toolkit" 10 Topics / 10 chaptersLearning the intangible skills to go along with the technical skillsGiving content to MITHelping people reach their potentialGraduate degree in CryptographyPolitical volunteer for ClintonNever ever have software based votingNot knowing what to do, he "Hid" out at MIT as research staffHow to think about looking for a jobLook at the job not the title, dig deeperLooking at your career like a chess matchRunning towards is better than running awayLook for material changes at your companyBuilding your career planDon't "Drift" with your careerField testing his bookBe open to randomness and opportunitiesFocusing on the outcomeHates consultingCompetitive dance careerDiscount all advice you are givenSabbatical 5 months prior to 30 years old Want to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

Career Background:Employee engagement and Career transition coachIndependent consultantCertified movement therapy practitionerFounder and president of Lean in Regional LeaderSocial EntrepreneurCustomer expert strategistHighlights:Day 1 working with the CIOHigh touchEngineer to certified movement therapy practitionerLiving the scripted life initiallyGoing through career and ticking boxesBeing a woman in the technology industrySignificant career pivotThe art of communicationBeing a somatic leadership coachThe 5 levels of well beingQuick somatic experiment9 month program for a brand new programGetting coaching support to move forwardLiving by design not by defaultBeing in hustle modeMost proud of experimentingBus conductor / teacher / news caster Want to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

 Today I was lucky enough to catch up with my good friend and all around good guy John Masley.Career Background:KPMG Executive for over 18 yearsAlso worked for great companies like:SourceNet SolutionsNational Tech TeamPMH CaramanningUniversal Computer systemsHighlightsMowing lawns and working at a golf courseKey takeaways = RelationshipsBeing from the MidwestCommunity empowered to handle issues (the old social media)Picking a university that fit his style1991 and heading into banking or so he thoughtMentoring Two way street It's EVERYTHING  to his successUsing humor in his business practice and the possible trade offBeing the "Experiment" to his consulting gigHaving a Service Provider RoleCustomer first mentality, compassionate, empatheticBest Advice = Be Present, don't be distractedTips for being presentLogging 2 million miles on the road and now loving WFHEmpowering others now and building your legacyBeing very philanthropic and making an impactRick Bertheaud Tribute Leverage your relationships and ask for an introduction Want to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

HighlightsAnother babysitting job / Extremely responsible as a young person / Yo Adrienne is a real thing / Her life is a foreshadow / The big tall bar = Corporate Trainer / College Professor / Thinking IO Psychology was the path / Graduating at the dot com bust and trying to find work / First job being the most boring thing ever / NOT listening to her C-Level dad / Taking an MBA at an awesome small private School University of St. Thomas / Tap on the should at Target for a corporate training role / Great job that provided autonomy, creativity and follow her natural strengths / Having autonomy, mastery and purpose / Mom the armchair psychologist and giving personality tests to future boyfriends / Managing her drive and intensity with Mom's help / Taking  a career changing job without the prerequisite experience needed / Being caught in a blocking role / Starting Amazon with confidence / Taking and turning down Dad advice / 3 massive inflection points in her wonderful career / Getting a Jaguar commitment that didn't come throughCareer Background:Currently an Executive Coach / Senior Facilitator / Owner nearly 5 years nowExecutive Coach at Reverb for over 4.5 yearsSenior Facilitator @ SOARAmazon for 3.5 years 11 years at TargetWant to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

Today my guest Damian Carnell is a guy who figured it out early in his career about what he wanted to do and the impact he wanted to make. Career Background:Executive Compensation FocusFounder of CORPGRO Worked for great companies like Towers Watson for over 22 years Aon Hewitt EY SeniorHighlightsFirst job in pub and getting along with your co-workers is importantBeing sponsored after high school by an Engineering companyGet the right work life balance early onGetting Big 4 experienceEnding up in Hong Kong and "being" the Insolvency departmentRose Chan - Kung fu masterComparing working in the UK to HKGet a Magna Carta lesson HEREHitting the high powered 80's and changing career focusBoutique consulting firm owned by a large law firm (Clifford chance Law Firm)Getting deep into employee ownership and compensation modelsJoining Willis Towers Watson and the world of executive compensationGetting the question "How does it feel having spent the best part of your professional career doing something that doesn't work?"Key to being a great consultantNot knowing the answer to a questionGetting put on the spot during a compensation discussionA multi millionaire still living with his motherIntegrity discussionWant to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

Career Background:Been with Grass roots Marketing systems for over 12 years Book Self publishing coach Business and marketing coach30 years with IBM starting in the '70's reaching Senior Executive levelMBA from the University of South FloridaBachelor from Auburn University with a degree in MathematicsFind her on her website at expertauthor411.com www.expertauthor411.com "The Magic Of Thinking Big"  David Schwartzhttps://www.amazon.com/Magic-Thinking-Big-David-Schwartz/dp/0671646788 "Think and Grow Rich" Napoleon Hillhttps://www.amazon.com/Think-Grow-Rich-Publication-Foundation/dp/B08L84CZLG/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= HighlightsHer first leadership jobUsing her brothers for goodGreat reason to move from Chemistry to MathematicsStarting with IBM in the '70's, where IBM had to build their own training curriculumBeing a woman of color working for IBM in the 70's and embracing itFinding and getting mentors along the wayGet comfortable being uncomfortable and doing your homework ahead of timeLook for those who are guru's or in the knowThe unspoken powers in the roomDon't bluff, you will get found outVolunteer for things instead of being askedMaking a space AT the tableAll roads go back to the relationships you buildExcellent advice on getting in front of the executiveBe curious, everyone can help with you career successWanted to own a bookstoreWrite a book, become an expert / Focusing on hospitality and B&B'sTaking early retirement after 30 yearsBest advice and a "Hell of Wheels" bossBecoming a book coach and the evolution of this Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories.I'm your host Gary Nowak and what a career journey you are doing to enjoy today with my guest Linda Griffin.  Linda has so much great experience to share and a couple of career pivots that you will find interesting.Want to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

https://georgejchanos.com/A bit about his career:Author of two books Seize your destiny: A roadmap to success Millennial Samurai: A Mindset for the 21st CenturyMotivational SpeakerChairman Wing ZoneCapriotti's Sandwich shoe for nearly 15 yearsAttorney General for the State of NevadaAn Attorney by trade and educational backgroundSome Highlights:3 loves in lifeFashion model MomGo getter early on (shovel snow / mow lawnsThe conflict between money and politicsAlways wanted his life to have meaningMapping out his life on the bag a placemat at the SaharaGoing to law school and focusing on businessNotable Quotable story for the agesBelieve in yourself and your potentialAction is magicLeverage your strengthWhen machine intelligence eclipses human intelligenceMillennial Samurai 1 million copiesSeeing a problem from a helicopter view (360 degrees)Using your adversary as a teacherYour mind is like a parachute, it doesn't work unless it's openHire those smarter than you and take a 360 degree perspective of a problemChairman of Capriotti'sWant to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

Career Background:While at Harvard Graduate research associate Graduate research fellow For  2+ yearsBusiness Operations and Researcher at The Conference board of CanadaUser / Market Researcher at Advanced Orthomolecular Research HighlightsLearning the power of conversational skills early through selling clothsChoosing a community college for close interaction with peers and instructorsStarting off in medical school then converting to Psychology and a Philosophy degreesGreat career experience was working for a Think TankBeing a curious person and having this serve her well through her careerFacilitating discussions at the C-Suite level just out of UniversityThe Red Velvet Cake conversationBeing a woman in some male dominated industriesGetting the research fellowship at HarvardNOT having a tunnel vision of her careerMom Advice Trust your process Don't compare your journey to othersThe imposter Syndrome @ Harvard and learning to fit inNoticing the power of mentoring and seeing clarityEmbrace uncertainty and take the first stepWelcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories.I'm your host Gary Nowak and I had so much fun learning about my guest @Zoey Ahmed and how she progressed through her career at this very early stage.Want to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

Career Background:Founder and Executive Chairman of QI Group of companies HQ's in Hong Kong and Kuala Lumpur Operations in over 30 countries He is diversified with business interests in: Real estate Education Retail and Hospitality Also owns a football / soccer club in Malaysia  HighlightsFollowing in his fathers footsteps early with wanting to a lawyer and studying in the UKImpact of Margaret Thatcher on his educationNot liking accountancy all that muchPicking up Political ScienceThe Knowledge - Driving a taxi in LondonTraining program to the outskirts of ChicagoNice message to University GraduatesThe buck stops hereLoyalty discussion and caringMercenary vs missionaryBackpacking from London to GreeceBuilding up relationships while traveling33 days of silenceHaving only one mouthThe beauty of the pauseMarriage and back to MalaysiaThe 15% promise that didn't materializeWho works for who?If not now then when?Failure is criticalDare to . . . . Be gratefulAdapt, adjust, accommodateYour value is more than you paycheckWant to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

HighlightsMoving around 10 times prior to age of 20Saw the world early and oftenParis at 7 am is MagicThe freedom of being a consultantYou can take a 10 euro taxi home, c'monNo clue on what to do with her career, that changed quicklyLearning something is a great dayFalling in love with Japan and learning yet another languageTraveling to China & Russia with her financial reporting floppy disksBringing value at an early age and being very eagerWorking in the Salt MinesBeing told how to make more money while in South KoreaNot knowing what consulting was all about and starting the with KPMG at the beginning of their MC practiceMany many small pride momentsAnd being a life long learnerCareer Background:Successful partner with KPMG for over 21 yearsGroup Controller for SalinsBusiness Analyst for SEB (Overseas experience)Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories.I'm your host Gary Nowak and I know when a guest comes on and doesn't feel like they have anything to share that it will be "off the charts" great and my conversation with @anne-claude was absolutely not exception, her career story is outstanding Want to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

I'm your host Gary Nowak and my Josh Farr Is an incredible story of a young man impacting so many individuals through his work and inspiring companyCareer Background:Founder of Campus Consultancy, nearly 5 yearsEnactus advisory board member and world cup judgeDegree in Engineering from the university of New South Wales in SydneyHighlightsGreat lesson learned from his first jobUnderstand the customer needs early onLoved being around people earlyCivil Engineering career???? (You'll understand why after listening"Looking for a ticket out of his beautiful small country townDiscovered volunteering and saying "yes" to everythingConsulting lesson early "What ever the client says their problem is . . . . it isn't"Being 1% better and getting aheadBeing Curious and how it has driven his lifeTaking it out on a Barista, only in AustraliaMarrying two concepts - Empathy and InnovationPainting the white lines on the road as a surveyorWhen to walk away or preserverMaking muffins for the homelessTraumatic event at work that was a game changerYou are the leader of your lifePerspective on following your GutComparing a Barista with a MotherPerspective change due to a 5 month oldHis current work to teach leadership and improving your Emotional IntelligenceMaking connections and improving yourselfUpcoming book releaseHelping refugees on the border of Macedonia and SerbiaMaking a line of 1Want to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

I'm your host Gary Nowak and I hope you will enjoy this podcast as much as I did recording my good friend @Jenn Muszik.  As you will soon find Jenn has a great life perspective with a very successful career in the Pharmaceutical Industry. Career Background:Currently head of Global Commercial Learning with BiogenRoche in the Commercial Education & Excellence areasPfizer for over 16 years expanding her career to Director LevelFaculty Partner At her alma mater  Butler UniversityCertified Executive Coach, Business consultant and Author HighlightsWorking at a restaurant and bar for her parents at age 9Importance of customer serviceThinking law school earlyBubbles on labelsLiking and NOT liking Pharma salesMaking the choice on Butler UniversityBeing a Life long learning and doubling down on itFind something that stretches youExploring a key account manager roleTwo types of people in the world (Compete or complete)"Don't forget stay curious"Mom advice "Be your own person before you are somebody else"Finding coaching as a careerShore up your opportunities or double down on your strengthsWorking globally and the complexitiesGlobal consistency with local flexibilityBeing a life long learnerLeveraging your community and building strong relationshipsBase your Net Worth on your Net WorkThe Christmas card processRegret and expectationsThe NOT an advice podcastWant to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!

I'm your host Gary Nowak and my guest Paul Winter is another example of being blessed to find his career calling early and sticking with the same employer for over 20 years.Career Background:Currently the Partner in Charge of CFO Advisory at KPMGEntire professional career has been with KPMG ascending from Audit to ConsultingAttended the University of Ballarat with Bachelor degrees in: Computing Commerce (Accounting)HighlightsHeartfelt story about getting help and his familyIBM and an internship at KPMG20 years at one place and what kept Paul thereGetting exposure to senior leaders at a young age through auditAudit / great foundation to learn businessLoved working within a team and large list of major clients to work withMaking it to ManagerHow a business ticksGood advice to the summer internsHow to handle ambitious young team members, some great approach"Can do" Attitude is highly important and an adaptable mindsetHow hiring has changed over the years, looking for diversity in new hires and employeesThe variety of consulting is invaluableThe switch from helping yourself to helping othersAlways have a Mentor and providing honest feedbackBuilding a feedback culture within the teamOpen the eyes of team members for other opportunitiesJumping around, considering the other sideNew opportunity after a great project in LondonComing back to Australia and taking a career risk within KPMGLoving the teaming approachWhen people believe in you, believe in yourselfGetting the proper thank you from a client, priceless

I'm your host Gary Nowak and my guest Sneha Kapoor has a wonderful story about her career and switching from Finance to IT and becoming a Growth Strategy Adviser.Career Background:Working with IDC as a Practice Head of Intelligent Automation & Artificial Intelligence / CXO AdviserTech Strategist and Research lead for (China / Japan / India) while with NASSCOMTechnology Investment Analyst & Growth Strategy Consultant while with an S&P Global Market Intelligence company Evaluserve, DLFEducated at: Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies MBA with Schulich School of Business - York University MBA with S P Jain School of Global Management Double Gold MedalistCFA Institute Level 1  HighlightsTeaching at age 10 to a 6 year oldWork results in blessings and growth, it's not always about moneyFollowing her dad into financeShowing the courage to pick her own careerResearch and Strategy and being a curious personFinding answers and solutionsHaving strong parental supportRationale for her MBA and conducting them in 3 countries Dubai / Toronto / SingaporeLearning, understanding and acclimating to all culturesSir Alex Ferguson's 5 quotes that encourage Sneha on a daily basisDress up, Show Up and never give upFortune favors the boldThe harder you work, the luckier you will getThe positive aspects of being a successful woman in BusinessAnother great relationship builder storyStarting again in the IT industryStaying up to date on IT Thought leadership, great way to learn moreSherlock Holmes and the Big Bang Theory

I'm your host Gary Nowak and this is by far one of my most organic and fun podcasts where my former boss and guest Dave Brown and I don't get past what he studied in college and managed to enjoy a very insightful conversation. Career Background:Principal & Global leader for Shared Services and Outsource advisory for KPMG10 years of experience with Equaterra and TPIDirector of Finance with AT&T for 6 yearsUniversity of Windsor Bachelor of Psychology / FinanceMBA from Queen's UniversityTalked about the Book "South" by Ernest Shackelford   "This is the epic real-life adventure of the Shackleton expedition to the Antarctic that goes wrong in every way possible." HighlightsPaper boy foundation to his success no bike no basketGetting politely stiffed in Canada during paper boy collectionsBlue collar upbringing and 1st to go to collegeThe impact of his Parents telling Dave after seeing his grades that they "Shutting this down"Psychology to sociology to business degreeCrossing the Canadian / American border for a few beers and saving a few $$Using sports analogies in business, so applicableHow Dave builds a team and the process he follows / what is he looking for?Your reputation will follow you everywhere you goDave's interviewing technique - getting to the storiesHiring people that "look like you"Proud moment has an exponential impactHis approach with me while I was in China and AustraliaBecoming behavioral not mechanical with his mentoring approachViewing issues from the other point of viewBeing a strategic thinker, great lesson / operational mindsetBeing put on the spot by the client and speaking honestlyCommanding the room and when to pick and choose when to speakThe Zen Master - bringing Zen into a roomBest advice - work your tail off, you will be seen and There is more to life than hoping for a new shovel5 year plan perspective - Trash itTake advantages of opportunities in front of youSupport your boss and make them look goodMoving to your favorite vacation spotAbba, ugh

I'm your host Gary Nowak and in addition to being a great person and fantastic former co-worker my guest Liz Evans has one of my most favorite accents of all time (Northern England). Career Background:Big 4 Principal for over 5 yearsManaging director at EquaTerraManaging consultant with PA Consulting GroupAttended University of Hertfordshire just north of London studied Business and Decision ScienceHighlightsBaby sitting Dads golf buddy kidsClaim to fame for her town Captain Cook - Grew up in Northern EnglandLOVED her small college north of London melting potParameters from her Mum on where to attend universityThe LOVE of London and her small universityWanting to stay at university  and her Phd opportunityGetting into Consulting to "Catch Up" with peersA lot of LOVE in her career and lifeFinding a mutually beneficial friend in college to provide an alternative perspectiveGreat Dallas project while living in London (Listen to the lifestyle)Comparing working in the UK and the US, insightfulGetting terrible advice when moving to the US, using it as motivationKnow your own personal North StarConsulting event in San Diego with family and kids, impactful (Mind blowing)There is always a Plan BLiz builds relationships quicklyTrust and integrity are core to Liz and her successConsulting is about connecting the dots, we don't have to have all the answersThe beauty of a boutique consulting firmFinding her sweet spot in consultingBeing Bi-Lingual, shockerTrust who you are and know your boundariesProud moment of getting promoted to MD while on maternity leaveWorking in the UK Friday at 4 pm is the best

I'm your host Gary Nowak and I am honored to have as a guest a young man who has served our country with 5 years in the military.  Adam Mowl is a self proclaimed Renaissance man with a great foundation for life and very strong character.Career Background:Served at a Marine for 5 years and spent 1 year in Afghanistan tracking high value targetsSince returning Finished up his education with a Bachelors in International / Global StudiesWorking as: An Account Executive Operations support specialist Customer service specialistCurrently focusing on Cyber securityHighlights:Fear the beardVery persistent for his first job Hosting like his Mom at 16 years oldGoing to college early wasn't his thing and he recognized it quicklyFinding the military to grow up a bitHow he chose the military branch and trying NOT to be memorableHelping those in leadership throughoutLinguist training in the military and some great stations including HawaiiFulfilling the needs of the marines not vice versaGetting trained to intercept information to provide intelligence to his superiorsGreat advice during his first job that stuckThe 7 P's of the MilitaryGoing to Afghanistan and his perspectiveUsing Oreo packaging wiselyBecoming a trainer, full circle upon return to the USHaving beaucracy get in the way of continuing his military careerAn issue with our educational system that will make you crazyWhat the future holdsAdam has a high morale compass

I'm your host Gary Nowak and I have a conversation with a young lady Walkyria Whitlock who shares amazing stories about her life and time in Idaho, Fiji, Rio, The Hamptons, Florida, Australia and working on Yachts while traveling.  Career Background:Author of the book "I love what I've forgotten"Self Employed as President of Global MVPYoga Instructor on Private Yachts and VillasAttended Boise State UniversityHighlights Scooping ice cream and losing weight at age 14Tremendous high school career across the boardGetting burned out first 2 years of college at Boise State Did way too much Felt depressed and not knowing why Reconciling childhood trauma Finding writing and mindfulness to process her upbringingGoing to Fiji and living with the Prime Minister Modeling Diving Surfing Working for tips Getting picked up on a Yacht Learning from her Grandfather who is a nuclear engineerLeaving Fiji for home then to Ft Lauderdale to yacht some moreGetting a job opportunity within 2 hoursFirst job as a crew chef on a yachtMoving to the Hamptons and taking care of a familyStarted writing a lotDecided to move to Australia for musicDiscussing compassionChanging your environment when things are not going wellFeeling and being present with your feelingsDon't lose HOPESuper adaptive and optimisticIntroduction to Deepak Chopra by Arthur BlankCompiling a book in 20 hoursRainbow vegetarian cake

I'm your host Gary Nowak and you are going to have to "buckle up" for this one as I bring you a colleague and good friend from down under, Mr. Mark Bladon.  As only Mark can do, he brings a unique, authentic perspective throughout our conversation.  Background overviewKPMG Partner in IT Advisory since 2010Partner with IBM for 6 yearsPWC Partner for 13 yearsUniversity of Queensland for a Philosophy degreeHighlights:Lacking enthusiasm at the chicken shopComparing himself to: Joe Biden Tom Brady HitlerCoiled mass of angry resentmentStill trying to figure out what he wants to do when you grows upWorking for a large conglomerate in QueenslandCareer is a cork bobbing on waterGetting pulled over to PWC and looking to hold his ownNever having a strong senses of what the future can beLooking at your career is like a Roller Coaster - enjoy the rideThe company will move on without youConsulting Perspective Comparing consulting with a race car team His overview of what true consulting is Having deep and broad skills in consulting The ideal consultant is a thumb tack Using the word cloud to predict proposal success Being open to changing perspective during an engagementTalking about the ozone concernDoing a theatrical presentation instead of a power point slideMark has a problem with mentoringRole models Are about watching people Always wanted to be a writer, mission accomplishedWhat Mark looks for in hiring a candidate

Find Rachel Here - https://rachelbegun.com/Career Background:20+ years as a health and nutrition communications expertFounder and CEO of a communications strategy firm for 12 yearsNationally recognized registered dietitian nutritionist conducting 1,000 + interviews with top media outlets and writing for trade and consumer publicationsTransitioned to being a leadership development coach and organizational culture consultantRespected advisor and board member to organizations, including: Chair of Western Region Board and National Board of Directors Member to Step Up Advisory Board Member to Food + Planet Master of Science in Nutrition Education and Dietetic Internship Program at Columbia UniversityBachelor of Arts in Biology from Emory UniversityHighlightsFirst job at the Gap to get Spring Break cashHigh school science teachers encouraged her love of the biological sciences, which led to being a pre-med student and biology major in college, where she identified her love for nutritionWorked for three years between undergraduate and graduate programs to confirm passion for studying nutrition. Gained great experience in business development and account managementWith academic background focusing on the sciences, she discovered her agility and affinity for business and communications and developed these skills on the jobComing out of graduate school with a degree in nutrition, forged her own path to focus in communicationsSpent her 20s and 30s in the workplace as a woman "trying to be a man”; given great advice (by a man) to be her authentic full selfBear Naked unleashed her entrepreneurial spirit and changed her career pathUnique background wasn't always easy to sellStayed true to her values when selecting clients/partners to work withAnd you'll have to tune in to hear Rachel's great advice

I'm your host Gary Nowak and I've got an American hero for you, Mike Saum served our country in the US Navy for almost 30 years and never been stationed on a ship, I know right?BackgroundStudiedCivil engineering at union college Navy career where he worked as:Commanding officerEngineering and Acquisition directorPublic works officeCommander naval constructionCommanding officer Worked in some great places Pearl harborSan DiegoSicily / Spain PentagonVP of Business Development for AECOMAdjunct professor at California Lutheran University HighlightsBeing a Boat boy and a Jack of all trades as a boyFollowing Carl into engineeringBest laid plans Navy then a school teacherHaving an epiphany with a professor in college that changed his career trajectorySeeking advice on the military careerFirst deployment to Spain the choosing SicilyGetting advice to get broaden his experience to progress further in his careerMisconception of being in the navyThe 3 major things you can do in the NavyThe major inflection point in the militaryStepping to every jobAnother imposter syndrome discussion Seeing your holesMentoring in the militaryGreat advice given most The job fills the void if you're not careful, learn yourselfWhat mike does well and how it will serve him in his next roleMoving 15 times in the military and how his kids adaptedPearl Harbor stationingDC and the pentagonGetting help with career movesFinally being a professorKnowing yourself and filling up space

This recording is again with Ling Chung who you heard from in the previous week's episode #62.  Ling went through a career pivot and we though it would be helpful and insightful to share with our listeners as you'll hear there is a such rich advice throughout. Loyal "wish I knew" listener / Making a career change / Generalist vs specialist / The Mess Exterminator / Being pragmatic about her next role / Hundreds of applications sent out / Interviewing with 7 companies at one time / It doesn't always have to be about "who" you know / Great advice on looking for another job / Knowing her passion and preparing for it / Landing a job at Uber / Wanting a GM role in the future, rounded experience / Finding a new job is an emotional process / Show up daily and do the work / Imposter syndrome and reverse mentoring

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories.I'm your host Gary Nowak and today I have an open and honest conversation with my guest Ling Chung.  I just loved her work ethic and perspective on her career. Career Background:- Unilever ~3 years as Senior Manager, Ecommerce - Prior to Brand Manager for Schick Disposables Energizer 6 years Pepsico- York University bachelor in Marketing- Born in Taiwan, raised in Singapore and lives in CanadaHighlights- One of my avid listeners- Great first job as a translator Taking notes in her spare time while on vacation- Volunteering as a pillar to her career- Getting a warm hand off for her first job- Don't be discouraged if your resume isn't picked out inititially- Mom being a massive influence- Being "Top of Mind" for people who can support your career- Another "tell the world" perspective- Aligning your actions to what you want out of the world- Likeability and kindness in your career- Mapping our your values#1 is building human connectionsDefining your values- Being a Generalist vs specialist- Being hard to replicate in your career- Being comfortable with ambiguity and things being a mess- Making decisions - does this opportunity open more doors- Top 3 values Human connections Curiosity Well being for society- Proud moment is a great one- Making superstars of your team instead of you- Great conversation with someone special 

I'm your host Gary Nowak and I'm going to introduce you to one of the greatest guys I was lucky enough to meet and work with in Australia.  Paul Mahoney.  Paul showed up and consistently did high quality work and built up solid relationships Career Background:Straight forwardKPMG for nearly 11 years where he is currently an Associate DirectorRMIT with a bachelor in Business information systemsHighlights Working fish and chips when you actually don't eat seafoodExtremely linear career with consulting, this career made a great deal of senseAll set to be an architect from the problem side not the technical sideLearning and working with great people at KPMGUsing icebreakers and working to be memorableAllowing junior members the opportunity to present and get exposureJumping over to the dark side (corporate position)Comparing consulting vs industryPeaks and troughs of consultingManaging expectationsBeing self aware and understanding the person across from youLet your intentions be knownPassive feedback, it's a bit of trend I've noticedPersonality agnostic and cascade knowledge downSqueaky wheel approach

I'm your host Gary Nowak and you are going eavesdrop on my conversation with a good friend Jeri Lykke.  Jeri is an intelligent, driven person and it comes through in our discussion today.Career Background:Hookum Horns going to university of Texas in psychology (good story)Work encompassed: EDSFujitsuTXUEquaterraKPMGIBM Great global career that started in Texas and is currently residing in Texas HighlightsThe first time we metTrying to get out of her psychology class and having it be her majorAcing the subject after never showing up to classEDS first job and asking for another role within the company, brazen?Being brash and learning to soften the edges just a bitWorking in compensation and the impact it has and doesn't haveThinking that she will lead the company one day and laying the groundwork to do soThe change in mindset for seeking a Noble Cause with the current work forceNot letting being a woman impact her careerBeing told international wasn't in the cards, then getting sponsored to go to Korea then LondonDon't tell Jeri she can't do something, it will only fuel herGreat role in LondonMoving back to the US San Diego after marriageMaking great family decisions that worked out well from a business perspectiveTry something when you're young, remember it doesn't have to last foreverMoving over to consulting to help clients with their journeyLearning how to sellYour perception is your reality

I'm your host Gary Nowak and if you want to be inspired by a bright young mind, this is the podcast for you with my guest Julian Alvarez. Career Background:Currently working at Facebook as a Software engineerPodcaster "Inventing the future"Founder and CTO at a company he started VizeTexas A&M with a Bachelor in Computer Sciencehttps://pod.link/inventingthefutureHighlightsThank God it's  . . . . . .MondayStart up - Improving the working conditions of low skilled workersImpact driven perspectiveBuilding an App for Ipad early onComputer science as a means to an endGreat story about a Retreat with sharing and transparencyLeveraging privilege and using it to help othersUsing Role Models, developing a road map for lifeHow Julian assess where to focus his timeBuilding up a network and acquiring knowledgeLinear vs non-linear learningGetting the most out his time at FacebookDefinition of success

I'm your host Gary Nowak and what a wonderful conversation I had with my guest Maya Doueihy.  Maya brought so much energy, passion and beautiful perspective to her career and I know you'll enjoy it. Career Background:Grew up in Beirut, LebanonStudied at the Lebanese American University studying International Relations and affairsWorked as a project coordinator for:Lebanese center for policy studiesLebanese American UniversityProject manager for A political partyForeign and commonwealth officeDepartment of international developmentNow working in Dublin with WhatsAppHighlightThe Magic of Dublin and it's not just the GuinnessNews Anchor for Dad at 5 years oldDon't want to just record the news, but rather analyze the newsFollowing Dad's pathThink tank work in LebanonDiscussing with parents what to studyLearning and focus brings out strategic thinkingCombine practicality and emotion for successMaking an impact with other peoples lives Areas of conflictHumanitarian issuesEngaging youths for elections in LebanonLearning to accept other opinionsGrowing up in Lebanon Being conservative and liberal at the same timeWitnessing trying to make a change to the systemGoing to get more educationPolitical party consultancyWorking at the British embassy in BeirutDelivering education for underprivileged childrenMaya is a very determined personDiscipline and perseveranceTaking people to the Edge Every human needs to be pushed Loves to arguePushing people to the limitDon't go to Maya with a problem Being very solution drivenTaking a sabbatical to focus on Maya for one yearLeading from the heartGreat Regret discussionAdvice - Never give upMoney can't buy happiness but it can buy NutellaFrank Sinatra

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories.I'm your host Gary Nowak and today I've got a guest that truly hits the mark for me of what a successful career is all about with my guest Stephen McDonnold.  Great career, great wife and wonderful daughtersCareer Background:PGA Store nearly 17 yearsHome Depot 14 YearsErnst & Young 2 yrsPresebyterian College and Mercer University MBA Tax HighlightsPlaying with electricity early on and letting me know playing with water is more dangerousPlaying golf in college for a D1 school, so jealous.  Starting young and his dad giving him 2 booksCollege is all about how to learn, don't get bogged down in the detailsFocusing on Tax for an MBA, he wanted something specificWhat to do with a philosophy degreeBeing a good person and giving back to the communityObserver and using this as a mentoring approachCream always rises to the topWhen your best attributes are also your worst attributesSimple advice = be humble and listenGreat perspective on hard vs soft skillsSwitching jobs why and whenGetting great financial advice Taking a big risk by going to PGA Store and the influencer behind this moveFinally figured out his biggest influencerWhen your job is a blastGreat REM storyGoing to the best golf tournament on earth yearly and no room to give this a guy a break to goHe has an answer when I ask him who his favorite child is with one of his daughters next to him and it wasn't her

I'm your host Gary Nowak and I've got a China / Germany KPMG connection for you with my outstanding guest Angelika Alt-Sherer.  I was blown away by the great perspective and advice provided throughout this conversationsBiography SnapshotBorne and grew up in Munich, Bavaria, GermanyMarried for more than 25 years, met my husband at KPMGCareer start at KPMG after graduating 30 years ago with 7 years out of the box experience at another Big Four, a smaller consulting firm and as a freelancer in the first decade of my careerAudit Partner at KPMG Germany with stations in Munich, Stuttgart and Shanghai (3 years)Serving a broad range of clients in different industries (main focus on Media and Automotive), listed companies as well as family owned businessSince 2018 part of the Audit Leadership of the German firm as CHROHighlights Working on the farm from ages 9 to 12 yoTax consulting early7 year checking things out of her careerWanted to try out a lot of things and see what she likedBeing a very structured person and being german, go figureGoing from big company to her own companyLearning the advantages of a big company and how to make it work for herThe ideal combination of a KPMGYou can hear her smile throughout the discussionBeing mentored and mentoring, how she developed her styleSelling - listening and asking questionsGreat questions when mentoring, really strongEverything has a price and consequencesUsing martial arts for career guidanceHer best advice LearnWork hard Be independentLeave your comfort zone, as much as possibleBeing positive and flexibleSetback discussionSink or swim without a lifeguard (metaphorically of course)Working in china conversation and how to work their successfullySolid celebrity crush

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories. I'm your host Gary Nowak and you are going to enjoy my conversation with Matt Wigler, a gifted young man who is a Jazz & Blues Artist, Speaker and Founder & CEO of a pair of companies.  Career Background:Manhattan school of musicUniversity of Miami for BA in Music and MBA in FinanceJazz & blues artist performing since 2007Founder and CEO of MHW Live Music Leading provider of entertainment for Hotel outlets in the USWigler group both based out of Miami Helping companies achieve a consistent flow of qualified sales meetings HighlightsQuestion - Good as a Jazz pianist or good for a 13  year old?Going to a rock and roll camp @ 8 years oldTwo great mentors with great namesEntrepreneurial spirit with a couple of companiesFamily influence, music and being an entrepreneur is in his genesEducation in music and discovering Miami2016 started his first companyPicking a lifestyle and working towards itTrading time for moneyBigger adrenaline rush music or businessBringing John Cena in the conversation about listeningLoving Miami and spreading rootsBeing strong and courageous through the pandemic, doubling downLooking into the futureWorking as a consultant and finding an opportunityBuilding up an annuityAccrual accounting, MUST HAVEShooting straight and being honestRisk vs pressureVery ethical and honest guyUnimpactful impactful commentsBeing proud of others

Welcome to another episode of "Wish I Knew . . . " A podcast where I speak with people about their careers focusing on their success, advice, mentoring and listening to interesting stories. I'm your host Gary Nowak and I loved my conversation with Caroline Dillon based on her energy, passion for a multitude of different areas and the way she explores to get the most out of her life and career.   Career Background:Joined Google as the Global Learning Communications and Marketing LeadCurrently Sector lead for executive thought leadership at GoogleConsulted at Gagen MacDonald specializing in Change ManagementStarted her career at October Three an actuarial firm where she developed marketing and internal communicationsEarned her Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies and creative writing at TCUMasters of Science in Communication from Northwestern university   Highlights:Podcast fiendObsessed with being a baby sitterTheater kid in high schoolCalifornia dreaming in high schoolGoing to Nashville to sing and song writeDad was a musician and entrepreneurGet an arts degree with a business minorLeverage her background to serve her nowUsing Covid for discovery - visited 22 national parksHaving great voices around her while growing up to accept the changesLeaving Nashville for North TexasBeing a creative writerTransitioning from school to a career, overwhelmedDecision NOT to go to grad school after her bachelorEveryone else had it figured outEveryone should have a customer service job at some point in their lifeGetting a great job in Chicago with a family friend, actuarial firmBeing able to translate the technical message into something easy to understandGetting great mentoring in her first professional jobGetting honest feedback "this isn't ready"Nothing is ever one and done, it takes time and careBe really choiceful with where you spend your time and energyTrust the processGetting a masters while working full time, busy yearGreat 6 months in Toronto, career changingFinding change management consultingBeing in the room where big decisions are being madeDeep sharing on being a women in businessBeing a canary in a coalmineCan be a dog with a boneYou have nothing to prove