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As a property management business owner, you likely work with seasoned investors who are always looking for new ways to build and preserve their wealth and assets. In this episode of the #DoorGrowShow, property management growth expert Jason Hull sits down with Alan Porter to discuss how to reveal the powerful financial strategies the wealthy and large financial institutions use and how you can apply them. You'll Learn [01:09] Alan's Inspiration for Uncovering Financial Secrets [08:38] Learning Financial Planning Strategies 90% of People Don't Know [12:25] How to Get Started on the Path to Tax-Free Retirement [15:43] Strategies For Property Managers and Their Clients Quotables "The one thing you can always trust is for everybody to look out for their own self-interest." "If your own self-interest is in alignment with their interests, then that's a win-win. Otherwise, someone's gonna lose." "If you don't have a plan, make one. But you've got to have a plan and improve on it all the time." Resources DoorGrow and Scale Mastermind DoorGrow Academy DoorGrow on YouTube DoorGrowClub DoorGrowLive Transcript Alan Porter (00:00) I teach people to think outside the box, conventional financial planning, and show them the strategies that the wealthy and banking institutions have been using for years. Now, I show people how to become their own bank. Jason Hull (00:10) All right, welcome everybody. I am Jason Hull, the founder and CEO of DoorGrow, the world's leading and most comprehensive coaching and consulting firm for long-term residential property management entrepreneurs. For over a decade and a half, we have brought innovative strategies and optimization to the property management industry. We have spoken to thousands of property management business owners, coached, consulted, cleaned up hundreds of businesses. Alan Porter (00:26) Thank Jason Hull (00:35) helping them add doors, improve pricing, increase profit, simplify operations. And we run the leading property management mastermind in the industry. At DoorGrow, we believe good property managers can change the world and that property management is the ultimate high trust gateway to real estate deals, relationships, and residual income. We are on a mission to transform property management business owners and their businesses. We want to transform the industry. eliminate the BS, build awareness, change perception, expand the market, and help the best property management entrepreneurs win. Now, let's get into the show. So my guest today is Alan Porter of Strategic Wealth Strategies. Welcome, Alan. Alan Porter (01:16) Well, thank you for having me on. Jason Hull (01:18) Yeah, glad to have you. And we're going to be talking about, he's going to be sharing how to reveal the powerful financial strategies, the wealthy use, how you can apply them to. Alan will be uncovering the IRS approved playbook for retiring completely tax free, explain the millionaire tax strategies business owners use to keep more of what they earn and break down Wall Street myths to show how to build lasting wealth without market volatility. So Alan. Again, welcome to the show and why don't we kick things off by give us a little bit of background on you. How did you get into entrepreneurism, into business and give us a little bit of backstory so we understand how this all came to be. Alan Porter (02:00) Well, I never thought I'd be doing this. I retired from the military back in 1993. I was a Blackhawk instructor pilot and I told everybody I had a safe landing for every takeoff and I dodged all the bullets and I had a great career. And I got enrolled in the real estate mortgage business after that up till about 2008. I've had some tragic things happen to my family. In 2009, live in Little, mean Fayetteville, North Carolina. My son lived in Little Rock, Arkansas with his wife, Lynn. She was 39 and they had two little girls that were seven and four. Jason Hull (02:19) in 2009. Alan Porter (02:28) Well, we went down there for Christmas in 2009, but my son had been 100 % disabled for three years and still not getting the disability. And January 5th changed my entire life. His wife, Lynn, called me up. said, Alan, I've been diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer and they've given me six months to live. Of course we were all devastated, but there's a huge financial problem that's developed in my son's family because there's no money coming in. Jason Hull (02:28) Well, we went down there for business in 2009, but my son had been 100 % disabled for three years and still not in a disability. Wow. And January 5th changed my entire life. His wife Lynn called me up, she said, Alan, I've been diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer and they've given me six months to live. Of course, we were all devastated. Yeah, I bet. there's huge financial problem that's developed in my son's family because of the money coming in. Alan Porter (02:55) I'm helping them out, but I don't know for how long Jason Hull (02:55) I'm helping him out, but I don't help him. Alan Porter (02:56) until I'm gonna have to sell my house or do something. But I was like 99 % of the people out there, Jason, that thought life insurance was a death product that you had to die to benefit from it. Well, little did I know she had a terminal illness right or her life insurance policy that she could access within one year of diagnosis of this deadly disease and was completely tax free, which I knew nothing about. It was hundreds of thousands of dollars. Jason Hull (02:58) Yeah. Really? Alan Porter (03:21) And if it had not been for that, my son would be bankrupt and it took a huge financial strain off of me. Jason Hull (03:25) Yeah. Well, long story short, died a year later, so I moved my son back here to Fayetteville, North Carolina. But about a year after that, my daughter's an oncology nurse, and her husband's a doctor at Woodbrook and Raleigh, North Carolina, and just gave birth to my third grandson. And she was diagnosed with breast cancer, and it was very bad. We didn't think she was going to live. Well, now in 2023, she's been 12 years cancer free, but she also was diagnosed with Graves' disease, thyroid eye condition. Alan Porter (03:26) Well, to a long story short, she died a year later. So I moved my son back here to Fayetteville, North Carolina. But about a year after that, my daughter, who's an oncology nurse and her husband's a doctor, they live up in Raleigh, North Carolina, had just given birth to my third grandson. And she was diagnosed with breast cancer and it was very bad. We didn't think she was going to live. Well, now in 2023, she'd been 12 years cancer free, but she also was diagnosed with Graves disease and thyroid eye condition. There's only one treatment for it. It's not a cure-all for anything, but Jason Hull (03:51) And there's only one treatment for it. It's not a cure-all. Alan Porter (03:55) it's a treatment. It's an infusion, eight infusions of this drug is called Tepezza I believe. The first one was like $32,000. The last one was almost a quarter of a million dollars. That was in May of 2023. On January of 2024, the thyroid eye condition came back. In February, she went to the doctor. The doctor said, Nicole, I'm sorry, there's nothing we can do until you go blind and then we can operate. I'm thinking, man, what a prognosis. Jason Hull (03:55) my Yeah. ⁓ Alan Porter (04:21) So we tried to get her a study at Duke. She didn't qualify for that because she had already taken the Tepezza But April did get her into the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. But basically there's nothing they can do for her. She was up there for about four days for testing and consultation. But basically, like I said, there's nothing they can do for her. They got a drug that may be 50 % effective. It's not improved by insurance. And believe it or not, it's even more expensive than the Tepezza is. And it's just, I mean, so. Jason Hull (04:39) Yeah. Yeah. Alan Porter (04:51) So both of my kids are living day to day in misery. And when I got started in this, knew, like I said, these things, because I was to have a very successful real estate mortgage business. And I said, these financial strategies that the insurance companies have, why don't people know about this? These are the greatest financial vehicles out there. People tell me, well, listen to Suzy Orman and Dave Ramsey, insurance is not a good investment. Well, first off, it's not an investment. Jason Hull (04:54) When I got started in this, knew, like I said, these things, because I was very successful in estate in my early years. I said, these financial strategies that the insurance companies have, why don't people know about this? These are the greatest financial vehicles out there. People tell me, listen, as soon as you arm it today, Ramsey, insurance is not a good investment. Well, first off, it's not an investment. Alan Porter (05:18) It's an asset class all of its own. There's no other financial product that can Jason Hull (05:19) It's an asset class all of itself. There's no other financial product that... Alan Porter (05:23) provide the protection, performance, and benefits of cash value life insurance when properly structured and fixed and fixed indexed annually. And I'll give you one big point. They eliminate or mitigate the risk in retirement that a stock portfolio only compounds. That's absolutely... Let me ask you this. Have you ever heard of sequence of returns risk? Jason Hull (05:23) could provide the protection, performance, and benefits of cash, money, or life insurance. Yeah. if you have one big point, they eliminate or mitigate the risk in retirement that a stock portfolio only compacts. That's absolutely, let me ask you this, have you ever heard of sequence of returns risk? Sequencing returns? Sequence of returns risk. No.   Alan Porter (05:46) Sequence of returns risk. Well, don't feel lonely because 99 % of the people I talk to, to include multi-millionaires that have fee-based advisors. And let's say that you're 65 years of age and you go to retire and you got a million dollars in your stock portfolio. They used to say a 4 % distribution rate was a safe distribution rate to last for 30 years, index for inflation at 3%. Well, my plans go to age 120. They don't cut off in 30 years. Jason Hull (05:50) Well, don't feel lonely because 99 % of the people I talk to include multi-millionaires that have fee-based advisors. let's say that you're 65 years of age and you go to retire. You have a million dollars in your stock portfolio. They used to say a 4 % distribution rate was a safe distribution rate to last for 30 years, index for inflation at 3%. Well, my plans go at age 120. They don't cut off in 30 years. But the problem with that 4 % distribution rate Alan Porter (06:15) But the problem is that 4 % distribution rate, that's Jason Hull (06:19) That's $40,000 a year. And that stock portfolio, that's not guaranteed. What if you have a 10 % loss the first year? now your million dollars goes down to $900,000 minus the $40,000 you took out minus the fees you paid on financial advisor whether you make money or not. And then the next two to three years, 2008 happens again, where you lost 38 to 52%. You never got the money in the fifth year. And when I tell people about this, they're financial advisors, Alan Porter (06:19) $40,000 a year. And that stock portfolio, that's not guaranteed. What if you have a 10 % loss the first year? So now your million dollars goes down to 900,000 minus the $40,000 you took out minus the fees you pay that financial advisor, whether you make money or not. And then the next two to three years, 2008 happens again, where you lost 38 to 52%. You're going to be out of money in the fifth year. And when I tell people about this and their financial advisors, Don't tell them, I mean, they're said, I said, why do you think that is? Jason Hull (06:45) don't tell them. I made letters, I said, why do you think that is? Alan Porter (06:48) It's because they make a fee whether you make money or not. The number one fear in retirement is running out of money before you run out of money. I can eliminate that. Jason Hull (06:49) Because they make a fee, well, if you make money or not. The number one fair return is 20,000 dollars. Yeah, compensation structures are incentive models. And so if their incentive is not to tell you, it's because they're getting paid to not tell you. Well, they're supposed to be fiduciary looking out for their best interest clients. I'm a certified financial financial advisor. Yeah, but regardless, the one thing you can always trust is for everybody to look out for their own self-interest. Oh, you're right there. Alan Porter (06:59) Yeah, exactly right. Well, they're supposed to be fiduciaries looking out for their best interest clients. I'm a certified financial fiduciary. you're right there. Jason Hull (07:18) So if your own self-interest is in alignment with their interests, then that's a win-win. Otherwise, someone's gonna lose. Yeah. It's always the clients. Yeah. Yeah. Okay, well, that's quite the story. how is everybody doing now? Alan Porter (07:26) Yep. And it's always the client. My son looks like he's 85 years old and my daughter's living day to day in pain. Jason Hull (07:43) Yeah, yeah. So you have this burden of trying to figure out how do I take care of them? How do I make sure that, you know, taking care of your kids and, you know, nothing's more stressful emotionally or more motivating for us as a parent than our own kids having it going through a tough time. Yeah. I remember my oldest daughter, she was born with a birth defect that there was a rotation in her gut and she was just always sick, throwing up, stuff like this. Well, she almost died. We didn't know this. got, went and got a scan. Everything was inflamed. They're like, we have to do emergency surgery immediately. And yeah, it was pretty scary as a parent. And they had to like pull her guts out, do surgery, put them back in. And she was a little kid, you know? Now she's my oldest. I mean, she's still my oldest, but now she works for me. and in DoorGrow which is great. But yeah, I remember those times. That's really scary. And I can imagine that's just really a big load on your shoulders. So did this kind of spark you creating the strategic wealth strategies then? Alan Porter (08:30) No. Absolutely, that's my passion for this. I'm very passionate about what I do. It's all about education because people don't know. Jason Hull (08:49) Explain the passion, like what gets you excited about this? Alan Porter (08:53) Well, educating people. That's what I did in the Army. I was an educator. I taught people how to fly. it's just like this, educating people. I teach people to think outside the box, conventional financial planning, and show them the strategies that the wealthy and banking institutions have been using for years. Now, I show people how to become their own bank. I've been doing this for a decade and a half. And why don't everybody doesn't do this? I don't know why. mean, you borrow money from yourself, you pay yourself back compound interest. Jason Hull (09:16) you Alan Porter (09:20) and not the financial institutions and you eliminate the effective interest cost that you pay on the money that you borrow. And people, are you aware of what effective interest cost is? Banks love it. I had a gentleman who wanted to do my debt free for life plan. And I said, well, how much debt do you have? He says, well, we bought a new house a couple of months ago, a couple of car payments, a loan and a credit card. I said, what's the interest rate on your mortgage? He said 2.75. Jason Hull (09:20) Yeah. And people, are you aware? No, what is that? Alan Porter (09:46) I said, what's your effective interest cost on that? He says, well, I don't know what you're talking about, Alan. I said, don't fill it, only most people don't. Fill out my form, we'll do a Zoom conference the following week. I said, you got $461,000 in debt. That's not your problem. The problem is the 49.76 effective interest cost, you're paying on that 2.75 % mortgage. His eyes got real big and he said, Alan, how is that possible? I said, it's not going to get down to the 2.75 until the last couple of months of the mortgage. Jason Hull (10:10) Yeah. ⁓ Alan Porter (10:14) You've got a credit card here that's over 90 % effective interest cost. And even though you've got great credits, your average effective interest cost is over 46%. So my next question to him was, what financial vehicle are you investing in, your 401k or anything else, that gives you a 46 % return on your money? Because 46 cents of every dollar that you pay out goes to compound interest for some financial institution, and that money's gone for you forever. Jason Hull (10:17) and ⁓ Alan Porter (10:38) He said, well, nothing. In fact, I lost 10 % of my 401k. Jason Hull (10:40) Yeah, that'd be hard to find that much. And then my last question was how long does it you to your debts off? I said with my cap three buck of money and a whole lot of insurance policy, 14.17 years past, saving $73,000. And in the 10th year it would be 52 years of bids, and there's over $149,000 in cap Alan Porter (10:43) And then my last question was, how long can it take you to pay your debts off the way you're doing it? I 20 some years. I said, with my tax-free bucket of money and a whole life insurance policy and our software, we're paying all your debts off 14.17 years faster, saving you $73,000 in interest. And in the 10th year, you'll be 52 years of age and there's over $139,000 in a tax-free bucket of money that you can use ⁓ to buy a new car, whatever, college education for your kids. Jason Hull (11:06) you can use uh buy a new car whatever college education for your kids at that point your debt benefits will be $400,000 in tax-free money from the federal bank but think about this you don't have to any more money in this by the time you're 65 there'll be over $400,000 in tax-free money that you can use to supplement your income that does not affect the taxation of social security or the tax and community care part which will be in the thousands per year Alan Porter (11:13) At that point, your debt benefits over $400,000 of tax-free money to protect your family. Think about this. You don't have to put any more money in this. By the time you're 65, there'll be over a quarter of a million dollars in a tax-free bucket of money that you can use to supplement your income that does not affect the taxation of Social Security or the means testing for Medicare Part B, which will be in the thousands per year. You're protected from lawsuits, liens, and judgments, and it eliminates or mitigates all the risk in retirement. This is absolutely great for real estate investors. Jason Hull (11:35) Yeah. Yeah ⁓ Alan Porter (11:42) Because once they build that money up in the cash value of their policy, they can take it, go buy a property, and pay themselves back. I do this all the time. I just bought two new cars in last two years. I pay myself back. I'm going to have tens of thousands of dollars more because I compounded interest for me instead of some financial institution. Jason Hull (12:03) So you said multiple times, like why aren't people doing this? Well maybe you could answer your own question, why aren't people doing this? Alan Porter (12:10) It's lack of education. It ought to be taught in high school, but it's not. I've got college professors with PhD degrees in accounting and finance. They have no idea what I'm talking about. They ask me to teach their classes. Jason Hull (12:20) Yeah, got it. So it was just a lack of education on this. Alan Porter (12:24) That's exactly what it is. Jason Hull (12:25) So, yeah, well, I mean, it sounds like something that everybody should be doing. So how does somebody get started with this or how do they become aware of this or what would you say are the first steps? Alan Porter (12:38) Well, give me a call. I don't charge for my consultation services. That's free. It's an education. I think everybody needs to know these things because it will change their financial future, not only for them, but for their family also and possibly generations to come. at 9-8-5. Jason Hull (12:52) So Alan, it sounds like you've kind of found a passion in this. You really enjoy helping people to be able to figure this out and do this. Alan Porter (13:00) Absolutely. Jason Hull (13:01) So yeah, I think that's noble. I think this is pretty awesome. So for those that are listening to this point, I'm going to read a quick word from our sponsor and then Alan, I'm going have you share your phone number so they can get in touch with you and we can keep talking about it. So this episode is sponsored by KRS Smart Books. So if you're a property manager, are you tired of getting tangled up in numbers? KRS Smart Books has your back. They specialize in property bookkeeping. for small to mid-sized managers who'd rather focus on, well, managing. With over 15 years of experience in real estate accounting, their pros in AppFolio, Yardi, and all the top property management software, trust them to make your monthly reports hassle-free so you can get back to what really matters running your business. Head over to krsbooks.com to book your free discovery call. All right, so Alan, what's the number that they should get? to get in touch with you or to reach you to find out about this. Alan Porter (13:59) You can call me at 910-551-1046, email me at strategicwealth, the number zero at gmail.com. And you can always go to my website, which is www.strategicwealthstrategies.com and you can book appointment there. And I've got a plethora of information on that website. Jason Hull (14:18) What? Great, thanks for sharing. So for those that are listening, some people might listen to this and go, well, that's nice, but Alan probably can only work with people that maybe have a million dollars or that are ultra wealthy or have lots of savings. People will listen to this and say, that's probably not for me. What would you say to that? Alan Porter (14:39) Well, quite frankly, bull I work with everybody. know, I'm for the military. Military people don't make a lot of money. Okay. And I work with them, but I work with regular, regular working people that I mean, I'll give you a perfect example. I asked people, said, why do you contribute to a 401k? They said, well, it's a tax deduction. I said, no, it's a tax compounder. And I thought you don't think tax is going to be higher when you retire. I got another thing coming for you. Jason Hull (14:43) Okay. Right. Alan Porter (15:07) But see, thing is people don't understand. 1 % of people out there don't even think there's a fee in a 401k. A 1 % fee over a 30-year period will reduce your income by one-third. The average fee in a 401k is 2.99%. Now that's by Forbes Magazine and the Laptimes. People have less than two-thirds of their money and then they get hit with taxes anywhere from 20 to over 55%. And they're not prepared for it. They're not prepared for long-term care, which costs right now between $50,000 to $200,000 a year. I can get money for that's tax free for pennies on the dollar. It's just a matter of education. Jason Hull (15:43) So for the property management business owners listening, a lot of them will have sometimes hundreds of clients that are investors and they're wanting to maximize their investments, how would this maybe benefit the property management business owners to be better educated on this and have a strategic partner like you? Alan Porter (16:03) Well, the thing is, you've to have a plan.   If you don't have a plan, make one. But you've got to have a plan and improve on it all the time. But it's just like, you know, building up your cash value and borrowing from yourself to buy a property and paying yourself back. That's an absolutely great thing for a real estate investor. And these property managers, I've got health and wellness programs. If you've got employees over 10 employees, understand this. The employer will save anywhere from $500 to $700 a year in FICA taxes. The employee and the employer have 1,100 drugs, prescription drugs, at zero copay. That's 20 to 30 % of healthcare costs. Jason Hull (16:37) Yeah Alan Porter (16:50) I mean, and they also have an accidental indemnity program and that's not for the employer, but they have a revolution health app. They've got the number one telehealth app according to JD Power and associates. It's a plethora of benefits. We have legal club, we have identity shield. It's just all at no net cost to employer and no net cost to the employee. It's the section 125 of the tax program. Jason Hull (17:06) This is all at no net cost reported at no net cost reported. Got it. Got it, interesting. Okay, well cool. Well what else would people generally ask about this or should we make sure that the listeners are aware of related to this? Well, are you... Alan Porter (17:26) Well, are you risk averse? Are you conservative? You know, it's just like when you go to retire and you've got that million dollars in stock portfolio, a 4 % distribution rate, $40,000. If you had a property constructed fixed indexed annuity at, say, age 65, you'd only need approximately $650,000 of that stock portfolio to give you the same $40,000 a year. That's guaranteed for the rest of your life. we're guaranteed. Jason Hull (17:53) New York Heat. ⁓ Alan Porter (17:53) Never to have a loss through the market because we're not tied to the market for our gain. We use indexing strategies and every time that indexing strategy goes up we have increasing income and the older you get the higher the distribution rate is. You can't do that with a stock portfolio. It's not even comparable. Jason Hull (17:59) And every time that index of strategy goes up, we have increasing income. And the older you get, the Yeah, yeah. Well, Alan, I appreciate you coming on to the DoorGrow show and bringing this to light for those listening that are not aware you're doing your purpose of educating. So appreciate that. And to wrap up what final words do you have? And then again, why don't you go and share how people can get in touch with you one more time. Alan Porter (18:31) Okay, well I've got a best-selling book out right now on Amazon. It's called Tax-Free Retirement Solution. Again, Tax-Free, Tax-Free Retirement Solution. Jason Hull (18:38) It's called tax, tax free. Retirement solution, okay. Got it. Alan Porter (18:45) And again, you can call me at 910-551-1046. My email is strategicwealth, the number zero at gmail.com. And you can go to my website, which has a plethora. I've got videos, I've got blogs, I've got everything there. And you can book an appointment there at www.strategicwealthstrategies.com. Jason Hull (18:51) email is strategicwealth0 at gmail.com and you can go to my website which has a cluster. I've got videos, I've got blogs. book an appointment there at www.strategicwellscladagy.com. Awesome. Alan, appreciate you being on the show and thanks for your service. You mentioned your former military. Yeah, I appreciate it. So for those watching, if you've ever felt stuck or stagnant in your property management business, you want to take it to the next level, reach out to us at doorgrow.com. Also be sure to join our free Facebook community, Just for Property Management Business Owners at doorgrowclub.com. Alan Porter (19:13) Well, I appreciate it. Jason Hull (19:31) And if you would like to get the best ideas in property management, join our free newsletter at doorgrow.com slash subscribe. And if you found this even a little bit helpful, don't forget to subscribe and leave us a review. We'd really appreciate it. And until next time, remember the slowest path to growth is to do it alone. So let's grow together. Bye everyone.  

The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) will enter 2026 under the continued leadership of Drew Spoelstra who was elected to his third consecutive term as president of the farm lobby organization at its annual meeting in late November. A dairy and cash crop farmer from Binbrook, Ont., Spoelstra says keeping agriculture at the forefront of... Read More

In this special solo episode of the Dad Edge Podcast, I take a moment to reflect on the power of gratitude, especially as we approach Thanksgiving. What started out as a funny story about a failed attempt to record with my nine-year-old quickly turned into a heartfelt message for the men who make this podcast possible. I open up about the lessons I've learned over the past 10 years of podcasting, leading the Dad Edge movement, and the importance of appreciating life's simplest blessings—even when the world feels chaotic.   Whether you're navigating challenging family dynamics over the holidays or simply want to deepen your connection with those you love, this episode is packed with encouragement and reminders about what truly matters.     EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS   [0:00] – Introduction [1:22] – Why this solo episode almost didn't happen [2:38] – Reflections on Thanksgiving and what it represents [3:55] – How simple gratitude (like working fingers and toes) shifts perspective [4:56] – The Hagner family Thanksgiving tradition of spoken gratitude [5:35] – The importance of setting healthy boundaries around alcohol [6:17] – A hilarious and humbling personal story from a past holiday [7:37] – Deep gratitude to the Dad Edge community and listeners [9:51] – Shout-out to men in the Alliance, Boardroom, and 1-on-1 coaching [11:39] – Celebrating Wade Hendry as First Form Dad Edge Dad of the Month [14:29] – How First Form's company culture mirrors our values [15:20] – Where to find full show notes and resources for this episode     5 KEY TAKEAWAYS   Gratitude Doesn't Require Perfection: Even in chaotic or stressful family situations, choosing to focus on small, simple blessings—like health or a working car—can reframe your entire experience. Holiday Traditions Can Be Powerful Tools: Larry's family tradition of expressing specific gratitude around the Thanksgiving table serves as a model for meaningful connection, not just with family but with intention. Guard Your Energy and Presence: The episode includes a candid and humorous warning about overindulging in alcohol during the holidays—a reminder that one night can become a story you regret for decades. Celebrate Your Journey, Even If It's Imperfect: Larry shares how the Dad Edge Podcast began as a passion project and evolved into a global movement—proof that you don't have to have it all figured out to make an impact. The Community Is What Makes This Possible: From listeners to Alliance members to coaching clients, this episode is a heartfelt "thank you" to the men doing life together, growing, contributing, and showing up with courage.       LINKS & RESOURCES   Full episode details: https://thedadedge.com/1406 Download "25 Questions to Help You Connect with Your Kids": https://thedadedge.com/25questions Shop First Form and support the podcast: https://1stphorm.com/dadedge Podcast Shownotes: https://thedadedge.com/1406     If this episode resonated with you, please rate, review, and share it with another father. Let's keep building this community of intentional men who lead and love well.   Live legendary.

Send us a textA blue jacket can change a life. We sit down with Michigan FFA state officer and MSU agribusiness student William Rogers to trace how one classroom broiler project became a launchpad for leadership, real business skills, and a clear career path in modern agriculture and the poultry supply chain. From public speaking nerves to state office, William breaks down the steps that built his confidence—and why those same steps create standout talent for integrators, suppliers, and agtech teams.We unpack what FFA looks like now: an intracurricular program where Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAEs) act as living resumes. William's diversified livestock and crop projects taught record keeping, marketing, and financials using AET, the kind of data literacy that translates directly to farm management software, compliance, and precision ag tools. He explains how sales is really about relationships, how meeting procedure shapes executive presence, and why learning technology works best with hands-on mentorship—whether that's drone mapping, equipment operation, or live budgeting.This conversation shines a light on inclusion and opportunity. You don't need a farm to find a home in FFA; photography, mechanics, research, logistics, and marketing all connect to agriculture's ecosystem. We explore leadership conferences, the power of community service, and the mindset employers prize most: a willingness to learn and a willingness to work. If you're a parent searching for a path for your student, a hiring manager looking for doers with initiative, or an alum ready to give back, you'll find practical ways to plug in—from local alumni groups to statewide events and national summits.If this story could help one student find direction, share it with them. And if you enjoyed the show, subscribe, leave a review, and pass it along to a friend who needs to hear what FFA can unlock.Hosted by Brandon Mulnix - Director of Commercial Accounts - Prism ControlsThe Poultry Leadership Podcast is only possible because of its sponsor, Prism ControlsFind out more about them at www.prismcontrols.com

In this episode, Dave Thompson, CFI sits down with Michael Reddington, CFI to break down five of the biggest misconceptions about communication — in the interrogation room, the boardroom, and everywhere in between. From the myths of “control,” “rapport,” and “active listening” to the flawed belief that people owe us the truth, Dave and Mike unpack how these assumptions quietly sabotage influence. Together, they reveal the real skills that build trust, uncover information, and create better outcomes in high-stakes conversations. Check out Part 2 of this Series on Mike's Podcast on YouTube - "I See What You're Saying" Or visit on Spotify We covered myths and misconceptions on this episode – listen to learn more as we debunk the following: Buyers are liars You need to keep control of the conversation Excuses are bad People owe you the truth Active listening = Performative listening

In this episode of The Kula Ring, Jennifer McQuilken, Vice President of Corporate Communications at Enchanted Rock, joins Jeff and Carman to discuss the unique challenge of marketing a single natural-gas generator platform across numerous industries and use cases. Jennifer shares how her team builds core messaging that works across verticals, then adapts it to fit the needs of hospitals, data centers, utilities, and community microgrids. She also explains how product packaging, naming, and reframing help overcome misconceptions and open the door to meaningful sales conversations. The conversation explores shifting sustainability expectations, the rise of flexible capacity solutions, the surprising benefits of smaller modular generators, and how Jennifer's non-traditional career path, boat captain included, shapes her approach to communications, problem-solving, and working with technical teams.

Mike Harris — intelligence analyst and former Financial Editor of Veterans Today — rejoins the program to break down the escalating instability inside the global financial system. He explains the competing power centers now battling for control as the world moves into a major economic transition. Harris lays out how these geopolitical struggles intersect with shifting monetary structures and why they point to a historic realignment already underway.You can find his work at https://TheIntelDrop.orgArticle mentioned in this show: China was playing chess while the rest of us were playing checkers': Bombshell study finds $200 billion of secret loans to U.S. businesses over 25 years: https://fortune.com/2025/11/18/secret-china-loans-to-us-business-200-billion-over-25-years-shell-companies/See exclusives and more at https://SarahWestall.Substack.comLinks and offers mentioned in the showProtect your assets with a company you can trust - Get the private & better price list - Go to https://SarahWestall.com/MilesFranklinUse Code "Sarah" to save 15% on all peptides!See the Replay of the Peptide Webinar with Dr. Diane Kazer at https://SarahWestall.com/PeptidesBuy Anti Aging Peptide GHK-Cu:Capsule form: https://www.limitlesslifenootropics.com/product/ghk-cu-capsules-2mg/?ref=vbWRE3JInjectable: https://www.limitlesslifenootropics.com/product/ghk-cu/?ref=vbWRE3JNasal Spray: https://www.limitlesslifenootropics.com/product/ghk-cu-spray/?ref=vbWRE3JMasterpeace: Protect your body, Remove Heavy Metals including Graphene Oxide and Plastics, and learn more about removing MAC IDs at https://masterpeacebyhcs.com/shop/?ref=11308Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.Disclaimer: "As a journalist, I report what significant newsmakers are claiming. I do not have the resources or time to fully investigate all claims. Stories and people interviewed are selected based on relevance, listener requests, and by suggestions of those I highly respect. It is the responsibility of each viewer to evaluate the facts presented and then research each story furtherSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Gayatri Kalyanaraman is in conversation with Rupam Tandon,  Financial Executive with 30 years of experience across banking, asset management, and insurance. She's also a certified Independent Director (IoD), ESG specialist, and startup mentor. She talks about her journey starting in a small town to traveling the globe and literally spreading her wings. Gayatri Kalyanaraman, Host for Software People Stories podcast and co-founder Sangatna Angels welcomes Rupam Tandon and sets the tone for an inspiring conversation about leadership, resilience, and governance. Highlights of the conversation are here01:00 – Early Career and Foundations in FinanceRupam shares her beginnings in Dubai's financial industry during the 1990s — a period of rapid banking expansion — and lessons on trust, relationships, and financial discipline.03:00 – London Years & the Global Financial Crisis She moves to London to work with asset managers and hedge funds, witnessing firsthand the subprime crisis and collapse of major institutions like Lehman Brothers and AIG.07:00 – Return to India & Setting Up Global Operations Rupam explains her decision to return to India for family reasons and how she helped transition a major bank's operations from Ireland to Bangalore — navigating SEC and FCA audits successfully.10:00 – The Shift to Insurance and Building Communities She discusses moving from investment banking to insurance, leading initiatives in Risk, ESG, and Cyber, and mentoring senior executives.13:00 – Reflections on Technology & Automation From manual processes to automation and bots — Rupam contrasts the early years of finance with today's data-driven governance and the rise of straight-through processing (STP).16:00 – Navigating Change and Cultural Adaptation Growing up in Lucknow and moving across continents, Rupam reflects on adapting to different work cultures, continuous learning, and seizing opportunities.20:00 – Decision-Making and Balancing Life & Work Rupam shares personal stories about taking career risks, balancing motherhood, and receiving mentorship and compassion from colleagues during turbulent times.24:00 – Continuous Learning & Board Readiness She outlines her professional upskilling journey — courses from ISB, IIM Bangalore, and IoD — and her belief in lifelong learning as a foundation for effective governance.27:00 – Second Innings: Purpose and Governance for the Future Rupam shares her vision for the next decade — mentoring startups, strengthening governance frameworks, and shaping ethical, transparent organizations. Memorable Quotes:“Success without ethics is incomplete.”“Governance isn't about control — it's about responsibility.”  “It's time for stewardship — to give back, guide, and help the next generation grow with integrity.”“Even the strongest institutions can collapse if governance, risk, and culture are not aligned.”https://www.linkedin.com/in/rupam-tandon/After nearly three decades of experience across industries and markets, She is now embarking on my second innings with a focus on startup governance and scaleups. Her journey has been a diverse one, spanning Global roles (in UAE & UK, India) in business strategy, branding, communications, and stakeholder engagement. She is passionate about helping companies build strong, sustainable foundations for growth. As an alumnus of Lucknow University and the Indian School of Business (ISB), where she specialized in Negotiation as part of an Executive Management Program, I've honed my ability to adapt and thrive in fast-moving, high-pressure environments.My Core Strengths:- Strategic Oversight: Managing boards/foundations and aligning teams with business goals- Business Model Innovation: Identifying opportunities at the intersection of strategy, branding, product development, and customer experience- Start up consulting , Fintech, Finance based business.- Reputation Building: Creating narratives that enhance corporate reputation and build trust- Communications Strategy: Developing integrated communication plans to engage stakeholders and drive impact- Mentorship & Coaching: Supporting founders, leaders, and teams to grow through personalized guidance and coaching- Crisis Communications: Navigating through challenges to protect and strengthen brand reputation- Networking & Ecosystem Building: Cultivating strategic partnerships and growing influential networks- CSR & Sustainability: Defining and driving impactful corporate social responsibility initiativesRupam Tandon is a certified board director and former investment banker with expertise in governance, risk, and sustainability. She advises startups and SMEs on ethical leadership and board resilience, teaches ESG and stakeholder strategy to executives, and mentors emerging leaders. She advocates for policy-led reforms in India's entrepreneurial governance landscape.

In this episode, Shawn Soole sits down with hospitality trail-blazer April Wachtel — a bartender-turned-entrepreneur with more than 25 years in the beverage world, now founder and CEO of Cheeky Cocktails. She opens up about shifting from behind the bar to building a scalable brand, and how she's helping both professionals and home enthusiasts elevate their game.

Today's guest is Frank Zaccari — a U.S. Air Force veteran, five-time best-selling author, former Fortune 500 executive, and podcast host. Connect with Guest: Frank Zaccari LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankzaccari-businessconsultant/ Website: www.frankzaccari.net Email: frankzaccari@gmail.com Free Stuff: Free Courses: https://www.danielkarim.com/freestuff Books Tips: https://www.danielkarim.com/great-books Podcast: https://www.danielkarim.com/podcast Deal Diary for CEO´s: https://www.danielkarim.com/deal-diary Future Blueprint Template: https://www.danielkarim.com/authoring/the-future-blueprint Stoic Leadership Secrets: www.danielkarim.com/authoring/home-therapist-the-anti-anxiety-program. SPONSORS: To support this podcast, check out our sponsors & get discounts: (Looking for new mission aligned sponsor) Contact Daniel Email: comms@alexandrian.ai

Michael welcomes Jaelynn Williams, former CEO of Air Methods and a respected healthcare and business thought leader. Jaelynn has developed the Board AI Governance Index™, a groundbreaking framework that helps boards assess and strengthen their AI readiness—balancing innovation with accountability. They explore how this 100-point model gives leaders a structured way to oversee AI risk, capture opportunity, and ensure responsible use of technology in complex, high-stakes environments like healthcare.

Welcome to Phase 4 Podcast. I'm thrilled to introduce today's guest: a man whose journey began with a dream of professional football and then into building a purpose-driven coaching brand that now reaches beyond fitness.Luke Beastall is the founder of MuscleCoach UK, a high-performance coach for entrepreneurs and professionals, and the host of Beyond the Boardroom. With authenticity, grit, passion, and a keen business mind, Luke helps people master their time, elevate their performance and lead with purpose. He's been honoured with a Global Recognition Award for impact in leadership and community development.Tune into a fun and inspiring conversation about dreams, health and wealth!****If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the show, share it with a friend and consider leaving a review on Spotify ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/4JfM1ZitoXTP6DXXfUbqRm?si=9f68c2de30a5446f⁠  ****www.youtube.com/@Phase4PodcastConnect with Luke https://www.musclecoach.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-beastall-720a2591/?originalSubdomain=uk Beyond The Boardroom Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/be/podcast/beyond-the-boardroom-master-your-life/id1728892626 Connect with Jp ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/NextStepsAcademy  Are YOU thinking about starting a podcast? Then you need this! ⁠⁠https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/how-to-start-a-podcast-in-2026-with-no-experience-tickets-1707862234919?aff=oddtdtcreator⁠⁠Free Meditation: https://nextstepsacademy.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/free Next Steps Academy https://www.thenextstepsacademy.com/ 

What happens when you drop a senior project manager into a room full of attorneys, tribal leaders, political operators, and massive personalities? In this Top Shelf Replay, Kate & Kim revisit one of the most beloved—and re-listened—episodes in PM Happy Hour history: "Stage Direction in the Boardroom" featuring master facilitator Sheila Morago. If you've ever wondered how elite leaders steer complicated, high-stakes conversations without losing their cool (or losing six months of work with one careless comment), this episode is your new playbook. Sheila shares the tools, tactics, and emotional intelligence behind managing senior stakeholders, building trust, engineering alignment, and yes…occasionally staging a fight to get everyone to "yes." Get ready—this episode is full of real-world policy drama, tribal gaming insight, negotiation theater, and powerful lessons for any PM trying to move from "task master" to strategic leader. Great Quotes From the Episode "Never ask a question you don't already know the answer to." "These aren't meetings—they're Kabuki theater." "Nothing brings people together like a common enemy." "If you don't let them vent early, they will vent later—and at the worst possible moment." "Policy takes years. Tech takes a week." What You'll Learn (Key Outcomes) 1. How Senior Leaders Actually Negotiate Sheila breaks down what it takes to orchestrate alignment among executives, attorneys, policymakers, and stakeholders—none of whom work for you, all of whom report to someone powerful. 2. The Secret Skill That Makes PMs Into Leaders How listening (really listening) becomes your most strategic tool at the senior level. 3. Managing High-Stakes Meetings Without Losing Control Why should one person guide the conversation? How to posit their positions to draw out quiet or hesitant stakeholders. How to keep the emotional temperature safe but not silent. 4. The Power of the 'Safe Zone' Why must you create a space where stakeholders can speak unfiltered, off-record, and without fear of political consequences. 5. Relationship-Building: The Long Game Happy hours, lunches, hallway conversations—how the "work between the work" makes the boardroom possible. 6. The Art of the Staged Fight Why conflict must be visible. Why letting people "win" (feel like they won) is essential. Why is the real battle scripted before the meeting starts? 7. Using Common Ground—and Common Foes When "we all want the same thing" works. When "the real enemy is over there" works even better. 8. How to Lock Down Decisions So They Don't Backslide Why immediate execution is key. How implementation momentum prevents second-guessing. 9. Lessons Kate & Kim Learned 8 Years Later Why parts of this episode hit harder after a decade of PM leadership. How letting emotions into the meeting leads to better outcomes. What PMs often overlook when they're new to senior-level facilitation. If you want to level up from "planner of tasks" to leader of leaders, this replay is essential listening. Whether you're negotiating policy, driving enterprise transformation, or just trying to get two teams to agree on anything—Sheila's battle-tested tools will help you steer the room, keep your cool, and bring people with you. ABOUT OUR GUEST, SHEILA MORAGO Sheila Morago is the Executive Director of the Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association. OIGA has 30 member tribes and numerous associate members.  Oklahoma now ranks third in the United States in gaming revenue, with 118 casinos ranging from small fuel stops to full resort casinos.   Prior to working for OIGA, Ms. Morago was Executive Director for the Arizona Indian Gaming Association. She has also served as the Director of Public Relations for the National Indian Gaming Association, based in Washington, D.C.  Ms. Morago began her career in tribal gaming in 1994 when she was appointed Director of Marketing for the Gila River Casinos, where she built the marketing department for this multi-million dollar enterprise and opened two successful tribal casinos.  Before joining AIGA, Ms. Morago was Vice President of National Relations for Initial Impressions based in Tempe, Arizona, where she was responsible for all political and public relations for tribal and non-tribal clients. In January 2006, she was named one of 25 people to watch by Global Gaming Business. She was named one of the "Great Women of Gaming" by Casino Enterprise Management in 2004, and inducted into the Indian Gaming Hall of Fame, presented by Indian Gaming Magazine, in 2012. And if you're tired of carrying the emotional labor for your entire project team, come get some backup and community. Join us at: https://pmhappyhour.com/membership  © Project Management Happy Hour

Send us a textWithout Threase Baker, today's episode would never have happened....Thank you!!!!What happens when the person who commands rooms across continents can't get a 10-year-old to go to bed? We sit down with a former Reebok and Adidas executive who built categories, led massive teams in Asia, and then walked into the hardest leadership arena of his life: his own home. Stripped of titles and certainty in 2020, he discovered how much of his identity depended on work—and how little that meant to his five kids. The result is a raw, hopeful story about presence, humility, and rebuilding trust one small moment at a time.We trace his early years—divorced parents, boarding school, ice hockey and lacrosse as a lifeline—and the unlikely break that took him from door-to-door telecom to designing gear, flying solo to China, and launching Reebok Lacrosse. Then comes the undoing: burnout, a marriage in pain, and a “seeing” that shattered his autopilot. He describes mystical flashes of clarity where he could feel the depth of his children's inner lives and the ache they carried for one simple thing: Dad, do you see me? That question becomes the compass for everything that follows.This conversation is heavy on practicals and light on buzzwords. We break down a kid-led morning system built on Montessori principles that turned chaos into calm. We talk about divorce with uncommon generosity, including the choice to keep a nesting home so the kids stay rooted while parents rotate. We replace guilt with growth, framing hard seasons as nature's pruning—painful, purposeful, and profoundly fertile. And we share simple tests you can run today: a 60-second pause when interrupted, capability charts instead of nagging, a nightly “what did you need from me?” check-in, and one wise friend who can tell you the truth.He now runs Activat8, helping people uncover identity rather than chase another plan. The thesis is bold and freeing: when you know who you are without roles, your presence becomes the safest place in the house. If you've ever wondered how to move from performance to connection, or how to lead a family without a title, this one will meet you where you are and nudge you forward.If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a dad who needs it, and leave a quick review. Your support helps more families find conversations that actually change how we show up.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cwittman/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chad.wittman.9/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chadwittman1419Website: https://activ8myidentity.com/Support the showPlease don't forget to leave us a review wherever you consume your podcasts! Please help us get more dads to listen weekly and become the ultimate leader of their homes!

On this 3d long-form edition of #TheShot of #DigitalHealth Therapy, Jim Joyce and I had the privilege of sitting down for an unforgettable deep dive with Tim Wentworth, the candid, thoughtful, fiercely grounded and recently retired CEO of Walgreens (previously CEO of Evernorth Health Services). Tim's story reads like a masterclass in leadership and life itself - from sweeping parking lots in Rochester to leading global healthcare giants like Cigna's Evernorth and Walgreens. Across nearly two hours (and honestly, we could've gone four), Tim brought raw honesty, wisdom, and humor to every story - from his early scholarship thanks to a teacher who believed in him, to leading multi-billion dollar companies but always defining what it means to lead with heart. This is not just a leadership interview - it's a living case study in resilience, humility, and purpose.

Step inside a conversation on the art and architecture of AI transformation. Vedran Karamani, Group Data Analytics & Agentic AI – CDAIO at Alghanim Industries, shares how he's embedding intelligence across one of the Middle East's largest conglomerates. He breaks down what it takes to make AI approachable in the boardroom, why data literacy is now a business imperative, and how to balance innovation with operational reality. Discover how Vedran is redefining the role of data, technology, and human insight in shaping the next generation of enterprise transformation.Key Moments:From Deterministic to Probabilistic Thinking (10:19): Vedran explains how today's AI shifts decision-making from predictable, rules-based systems to adaptive, probabilistic ones. He shares how leaders must learn to balance control with flexibility to build trust in AI's potential while managing its unpredictability.AI Literacy in the Boardroom (12:55): Vedran emphasizes that real transformation begins with leadership understanding. He shares how he uses storytelling and analogies to educate executives on AI fundamentals, turning abstract concepts like “deterministic vs. probabilistic” into relatable, actionable insights.The Readiness Factor (17:29): Not every business is equally prepared for AI. Vedran breaks down the difference between change management and change readiness, urging leaders to assess cultural alignment, technical infrastructure, and data maturity before diving into transformation.Data as the Differentiator (25:15): Vedran argues that as algorithms become commoditized, competitive advantage will come from the quality and context of a company's data. He outlines how clean, well-modeled, and contextualized data will form the backbone of any successful AI strategy.The Middle East's AI Momentum (32:05): Vedran highlights how ambition, experimentation, and government investment are fueling rapid AI growth across the Middle East. He contrasts this energy with slower-moving Western markets, suggesting the region's “learn fast” mindset could shape the future of global innovation.Key Quotes:"Today, no business has an excuse not to be data-driven.” - Vedran Karamani“ With today's AI, we are almost unleashing this immense power that's very probabilistic… We need to learn how to coexist with that and how to leverage it for the greatest benefit of our businesses.” - Vedran Karamani“ If you want to stand the chance to have AI help you transform your business, you better get your data to a certain standard for that to be even possible.” - Vedran KaramaniMentionsDemis Hassabis, CEO of DeepMind TechnologiesGuest Bio With over two decades at the forefront of Data Analytics and AI leadership, Vedran Karamani charted a path of innovation across global landscapes, from the dynamic markets of the Middle East to the dynamic tech hubs of North America. Guiding multi-million-dollar portfolios, Vedran pioneered disruptive solutions, propelling sectors like Aviation, Retail, Telecom, Defense, Oil & Gas, Digital, Logistics, and Education into the future.Renowned for his collaborative leadership approach, Vedran empowered diverse teams to navigate challenges with agility, fostering an environment of continuous growth and individual excellence. From concept to execution, he's led the charge in delivering game-changing strategies, business cases, and prototypes, ensuring organizations stay ahead in today's rapidly evolving landscape. Hear more from Cindi Howson here. Sponsored by ThoughtSpot.

With years of experience in higher education as well as corporate America, consultant Bill Sodeman shares about the difference in networking approach in those two worlds and why it's that way. Connect with him at https://n3ed.com/podcast/ For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at frankagin@amspirit.com.

Send us a textCould you walk away from a thriving business without selling it?This week on Exit Insights, Dawn Farrow shares her extraordinary journey from professional dancer to founder of a fast-growing marketing agency – and why she chose to shut it down just before the pandemic hit.Dawn opens up about:The emotional toll of burnout and identity crisisThe challenges of owner-dependence in a growing businessHow she's now uniting the UK's £134bn experience economy through Onsale GroupThis episode is a must-listen if you're thinking about exit planning, sustainable growth, or wondering how to make your business more valuable and less reliant on you.

Amy Terwilleger, Esq. spent 13 years as a big firm business litigator and partner. This experience made clear that too many professionals don't leave enough room in their schedules for joy, happiness, and pleasure. Reconnecting with her passion for sexual empowerment (a journey that began long ago as a Women's Studies major at Duke University), a passion that was also evident in the informal role of coaching friends and family, she decided to pursue sex and relationship coaching full-time. Now, Amy brings her legal background as well as certification in sex coaching to each client experience, with a unique blend of logic and intuition. Amy also is passionate about divorce coaching and is uniquely qualified given her knowledge of applicable law and personal experiences. Amy dedicates her life to helping people find more joy, happiness, and pleasure in their lives. Amy's Website: https://confidentconnections.net/

In episode 136 of Nonprofit Mission: Impact, Carol Hamilton, Elizabeth Engel, and Jamie Notter talk about their new white paper Lean at 10: Culture Eats Methodology for Lunch. Ten years after Engel first explored Lean Startup principles in the nonprofit and association world, she and Notter revisit what's changed—and what hasn't. Carol, Elizabeth and Jamie discuss: Why the tools of innovation are accessible, yet the real challenge in adoption lies in organizational culture.  how competing commitments, fear of failure, and rigid silos can quietly sabotage innovation efforts what leaders can do instead to nurture learning, empathy, and experimentation. For nonprofit and association leaders navigating rapid change, this conversation offers a candid look at how to build cultures that support innovation—not resist it.   Episode highlights: [00:06:00] Revisiting Lean Startup, 10 Years Later [00:010:50] Defining Lean Startup and Design Thinking [00:011:50] Culture: The Invisible Barrier [00:014:40] When Culture Undermines Innovation [00:19:00] Insight Over Perfection [00:22:00] People Don't Resist Change—They Resist Being Changed [00:24:40] Low Fences, Not No Silos [00:27:00] Listening Beyond the Boardroom [00:30:40] Volunteer Culture Matters Too [00:31:00] The Role of Healthy Conflict [00:37:35] What a Culture Supportive of Innovation Looks Like [00:41:20] From Reactive to Proactive Transparency [00:44:35] The Questions Nonprofit Leaders Should Ask   Guest Bios: Elizabeth Weaver Engel, M.A., CAE, is Chief Strategist at Spark Consulting. For more than 25 years, Elizabeth has helped associations grow in membership, marketing, communications, public presence, and especially revenue, which is what Spark is all about. She speaks and writes frequently on a variety of topics in association management. When she's not helping associations grow, Elizabeth loves to dance, listen to live music, cook, and garden. Jamie Notter is a speaker, author, consultant, and culture scientist. His career spans 30 years, with more than a decade of research and practice in the culture field, as well as deep experience in areas like conflict resolution and generations. He desperately wants to make work suck less for everyone, and has written four popular business books, including the award-winning Non-Obvious Guide to Employee Engagement, and his latest release, Culture Change Made Easy. He holds a Master's in conflict resolution from George Mason and a certificate in Organization Development from Georgetown, where he served as adjunct faculty. Important Links and Resources: Elizabeth Weaver Engel https://www.getmespark.com/ https://www.getmespark.com/blog/ Jamie Notter https://jamienotter.com/ https://jamienotter.com/research-books/   Be in Touch: ✉️ Subscribe to Carol's newsletter at Grace Social Sector Consulting and receive the Common Mistakes Nonprofits Make In Strategic Planning And How To Avoid Them

Sustainability continues to rank highly on the agenda of Irish businesses in spite of geopolitical uncertainty, economic headwinds and a shifting regulatory landscape according to EY Ireland's latest State of Sustainability report. The research, which was conducted with 200 senior sustainability leaders, decision-makers across Ireland, is being released as COP30 continues in Belem, Brazil. It finds that over six in ten (62%) of organisations say they have assigned responsibility for sustainability at C-suite level, up from 53% last year, with almost one in five (17%) reporting that CEOs have responsibility for sustainability. Just under three-quarters (73%) said that environmental and social considerations were now embedded in how business priorities are set, via alignment between business and sustainability strategy, while almost seven in ten (69%) said these factors are used to assess organisational performance. However, while organisations are setting ambitious Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) targets, delivery confidence varies. While 37% of organisations report having a net zero goal, just one in four (26%) express strong confidence in achieving these targets, underscoring the gap between ambition and delivery that many organisations globally are grappling with. Interestingly, community impact (81%) ranked as the most important sustainability area of strategic focus for businesses surveyed, followed by climate risk (74%) and water stewardship (73%). The research also finds that geopolitical developments, including the EU 'Omnibus' regulatory changes, U.S. policy shifts and wider geopolitical uncertainty, have influenced the vast majority (80%) of businesses' sustainability strategies. This shift is particularly evident in areas such as supply chain risk, regulatory compliance and stakeholder engagement. Derarca Dennis, EY Ireland Partner and Sustainability Services Lead, said: "Despite the rapidly shifting geopolitical and regulatory landscape over the past year, it's encouraging to see Irish organisations continue to move forward on responsible growth and to prioritise sustainability. The increase in C-suite ownership is particularly noticeable, as it shows that leadership teams are taking this work seriously and building it into how they operate and assess performance, a sign that sustainability is becoming integral to how success is defined. "However, and while no means unique to businesses in Ireland, there is a clear gap emerging between ambition and delivery, pointing to the very real challenges in meeting climate commitments, especially in such an uncertain global landscape. These findings echo the sentiment from COP30, where global leaders are emphasising the need for continued commitment and strategic clarity. This reinforces the need for long-term thinking, embedding sustainability right across business operations, harnessing emerging technologies and staying the sustainability course." Sectoral differences are evident The research shows that sectoral differences are becoming more pronounced as organisations increasingly tailor their sustainability strategies to specific operational realities and regulatory exposure. For example, energy and utilities are focusing on emissions tracking and infrastructure planning, whereas the retail sector is prioritising supply chain due diligence and packaging regulation. Across all sectors, technology adoption is progressing, but maturity varies. While 54% have tools to gather supply chain information for compliance, integration levels differ. These systems are helping organisations respond to regulatory change, assess ESG performance and strengthen reporting infrastructure. However, many are still building the internal capability needed to fully leverage them. Sean Casey, EY Ireland Partner and Head of Energy, said "In the energy and utilities sectors, sustainability remains at the top of the agenda, driven through the lens of climate risk, emissions reduction and...

Your awareness is a form of leadership. Your ability to pause, listen, and contribute thoughtfully is how you build trust, where that's at the kitchen table or the professional boardroom. I sense a longing to build and rebuild this aspect of trust in our systems, our institutions, and in one another. This desire can be found in our dialogue with each other and our intentions with our relationships. In this podcast and blog episode, I explore how trust forms the foundation of both our personal and professional worlds. From family conversations around the kitchen table to leadership moments in the boardroom, I reflect on the shared human need for connection, honesty, and repair.

In this episode of Inside the Strategy Room, we discuss how the board’s relationship with management is evolving in an era of heightened uncertainty and rapid change. We are joined by board directors Susan Chapman-Hughes and Lan Kang, as well as McKinsey’s Board Services leader Frithjof Lund, and explore how boards are shifting from episodic oversight to continuous engagement, leveraging more frequent dialogue with management teams, investing in trust and culture, and rethinking structure and composition to add strategic value. Susan Chapman‑Hughes is a seasoned board director and former C-Suite executive with deep experience in digital transformation and human-capital strategy. She is currently an independent director at The J.M. Smucker Company and Toast Inc. Lan Kang is a global business leader and board member with extensive experience in healthcare, private equity, and strategy. She currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of Azkarra Therapeutics, an early-stage biotechnology company. She serves on the board of Avantor Inc. and has held senior roles across Asia and the U.S. Frithjof Lund is a senior partner and our managing partner in Norway. He leads our Board Services Practice, helping CEOs and boards of directors improve corporate governance and effectiveness. Frithjof also leads our Organization Practice in Scandinavia, helping clients develop high-performing organizations and leaders across the private and public sectors. He is based in our Oslo office. Related insights How public-company boards can thrive by adopting private equity practices How boards can tackle geopolitical risk The Board Perspective – Number 4Support the show: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/mckinsey-strategy-&-corporate-finance/See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Send us a textDr. Evan Loh joins Dr. Michael Koren to discuss Dr. Loh's journey through the medical profession. Dr. Loh moved from doing lab work in medical school to patient care in the academic sphere and into the pharmaceutical world of research. Dr. Loh and Dr. Koren discuss the core differences between bedside physican work and research, including in time spent with patients, physician incentives, and the treatment that results. Through it all the doctors find a simple axiom: all medicine is about patients at the end of the day.Be a part of advancing science by participating in clinical research.Have a question for Dr. Koren? Email him at askDrKoren@MedEvidence.comListen on SpotifyListen on Apple PodcastsWatch on YouTubeShare with a friend. Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the MedEvidence! podcast to be notified when new episodes are released.Follow us on Social Media:FacebookInstagramX (Formerly Twitter)LinkedInWant to learn more? Checkout our entire library of podcasts, videos, articles and presentations at www.MedEvidence.comMusic: Storyblocks - Corporate InspiredThank you for listening!

In this episode of Flintco Talks, you'll hear from Greg Kozicz, Chairman of Alberici Corporation, as he shares his journey from a small Ontario mining town to leading a $4.5 billion construction enterprise. Growing up as one of six boys in modest circumstances, Greg learned self-sufficiency early – folding pizza boxes for pennies to afford hockey equipment shaped his work ethic and commitment to excellence. Greg reveals how rigorous hiring practices, commitment to operational excellence, and following global capital flows transformed Alberici into a multi-billion-dollar enterprise while maintaining authentic culture and industry-leading retention rates.Key Insights: • The Three-Step Formula: "Get the right work, do the work right, get paid for all the work you do" - a simple framework that guided massive growth • Excellence Over Perfection: Building team culture through achievable standards rather than impossible expectations drives sustainable success• Stewardship Leadership: Viewing leadership as temporary guardianship of organizational culture creates multi-generational thinking and 20% industry-average turnover • Acquisition as Hiring: The Flintco acquisition succeeded because it was treated as "hiring 1,200 people in one day" rather than a traditional buyoutSubscribe to Flintco Talks for more conversations on leadership, culture, and the future of construction.Chapter Breakdown: • 0:00 - Introduction and Growing Up in Ontario Mining Town • 3:30 - Six Brothers, Self-Sufficiency, and Early Work Ethic • 8:15 - Hockey Career and Coaches Who Shaped Leadership Style • 12:45 - Excellence vs. Perfection Philosophy • 16:20 - From PhD in Trade Policy to Foreign Service • 22:10 - Transition to Construction and Steve Perfect's Three-Step Formula • 28:20 - Meeting John Alberici and Learning Stewardship • 35:40 - Fanatical Hiring Process and Cultural Screening • 42:15 - The Flintco Acquisition Story • 52:30 - Geographic Strategy and Market Vulnerability • 58:45 - Cultural Fit and Retention Success • 1:02:30 - Favorite Projects and Team Stories • 1:12:20 - St. Jude's Blood Donation and Client Commitment • 1:18:45 - Strategic Market Wins and Misses • 1:25:30 - Closing Thoughts on Excellence and Stewardship#leadership #Legacy #constructionindustry #AlbericiConstructors #FlintcoTalks

Send us a textFormer Army veteran and cybersecurity strategist Nia Luckey joins Joey Pinz Conversations live at Cyber Bay 2025 to explore how calm, creativity, and courage intersect in today's fast-moving digital world.From 13 years in the U.S. Army to leading major security operations for Cisco, JSOC, and AT&T, Nia reveals how adaptability, humility, and trust fuel progress in both tech and life. She reflects on her TEDx Sugar Creek journey, turning raw burnout into a message that now inspires thousands.We dive into:1️⃣ How her military mindset evolved into collaborative cybersecurity leadership2️⃣ Why AI and quantum bring both opportunity and risk3️⃣ The life lessons behind her motto — “Choose your hard.”Nia reminds us that real success starts with stillness, service, and consistent action — whether hiking mountain peaks or leading global security teams.

In this episode of Coffey & Code, host Ashley Coffey sits down with Jason Marsh — founder and CEO of Flow Immersive— to explore how AI, AR, and spatial computing are transforming the way we visualize and interact with data.Marsh, a veteran technologist with over 50 years of coding experience and a former Apple engineer, shares how Flow Immersive is replacing 2D slide decks with immersive 3D data stories powered by artificial intelligence. From visualizing Medicare and financial data in augmented reality to powering data storytelling at the United Nations General Assembly, Flow is changing how leaders collaborate, communicate, and make data-driven decisions.Listeners will learn:How AI and AR smart glasses create interactive, multi-user data environments.Why Flow Immersive's “speak with your data” feature lets users query and visualize information in real time.The challenges and breakthroughs of building multi-user AI systems for the enterprise.Why the boardrooms of the future will feature floating, collaborative 3D visualizations instead of flat PowerPoint slides.How Marsh defines “cool” as mastery and control — the ultimate intersection of human intuition and technology.Whether you're curious about the future of spatial computing, AI-driven storytelling, or immersive collaboration, this conversation is a front-row look at how data visualization is evolving from slides to holograms.

Leadership is changing – and women are leading the charge. Don Barden breaks down why female leadership is redefining success across industries (and why that's a very good thing). From boardrooms to startups, collaboration is replacing competition, empathy is replacing ego, and results are skyrocketing. We unpack why female-led companies outperform, the "Goodyear & Firestone" moment every business faces before disruption, and how single moms might just be the ultimate CEOs. Don also flips the script on diversity, introducing DOI - Diversity of Opportunity and challenges every leader to build bridges, not barriers. Timestamps: 00:00 — Cold Open & Intro 04:21 — Kickoff: The Disruptor Nobody Saw Coming 07:57 — 2028: The Year Women Take the Wheel 11:53 — Revenue ×3, Retention ×2: The Data That Broke the Boardroom 16:13 — The Goodyear & Firestone Moment 20:03 — Single Moms, Superpowers, & the Impossible Equation 24:45 — Don't Judge the Past, Lead the Future 28:56 — Collaborate – Conquer: Why Women Don't Need Mergers to Win 33:20 — The Four Business Types That Will Survive the Shift 40:18 — DEI Is Out, DOI Is In 54:50 — Celebrate: The Future Is Female (And Everyone Wins) Website: https://donbarden.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donwbarden

This week on Innovation Storytellers, I sit down with Robyn Bolton, Founder and Chief Navigator at MileZero, to uncover how one of the most successful household products almost never made it past the boardroom. Before launching her consultancy helping leaders of large companies use innovation to drive consistent growth, Robyn was part of the Procter and Gamble team that created and launched Swiffer, a product that changed how millions clean their homes and reshaped the way corporate innovation is judged. Robyn takes us inside the high-stakes moments at P&G when the data said Swiffer would fail while real-world tests told a completely different story. She describes how passionate storytelling, courage, and evidence from the field ultimately won the day. In that pivotal boardroom, one leader even put his career on the line to ensure the product's launch, proving that innovation is as much about conviction as it is about numbers. We also explore the cultural lessons from Swiffer's global rollout, including why the product thrived in the United States but struggled in Italy, where cleaning was seen as an act of devotion rather than efficiency. Robyn explains how understanding emotional and social context can make or break a global innovation. Her insights extend beyond consumer products to any leader trying to turn bold ideas into scalable reality. In the final part of our conversation, Robyn reflects on her years working with Clay Christensen and why she continues to champion the "Jobs to Be Done" framework. She shares how innovators can use storytelling to connect with hearts and minds, and how companies can equip internal champions to advocate for change. This episode is a masterclass in balancing data with belief, logic with emotion, and vision with timing to bring truly transformative ideas to life.  

Eric Serna is a Northern California construction and electrical contracting executive recognized for building high performing teams, strengthening operational discipline, and delivering complex commercial, institutional, and multi family projects. With leadership roles at Helix Electric and CMD Electric, he has driven large scale project success across higher education campuses, civic facilities, mission-critical infrastructure, hospitality, and multi unit residential developments.Eric is known for elevating field execution, safety culture, and workforce development while partnering closely with general contractors, developers, and owners to drive schedule, quality, and financial performance. His leadership style blends strategic planning with hands-on jobsite experience, creating trusted project teams and lasting industry partnerships.A long-time advocate for the merit-shop construction industry, Eric serves on regional Associated Builders & Contractors boards, supporting industry advancement, leadership pipelines, and contractor success throughout Northern California. Outside of work, he remains committed to community and youth development through sports and charitable initiatives.In this episode we cover how to get your start in construction.Why learning and mentorship is extremely important. We cover some great books to read and how to develop yourself.The cornerstone of communication.And so much more! https://cmdelectric.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-serna-a8310755/-----------------------------------------------Try Surfboard & Autocircuit for free. Unlock $10,000 in credits. Put $500 down today. Hit activation in 7 days—your $500 is waived—no risk. After 14 days, if you don't save at least 10 hours, we'll give you an additional $5,000 in credits. Start Today at https://www.kowabungastudios.com/kowabunga-account-creationComment your thoughts below and don't forget to like, SHARE, and subscribe!Want to speed up your Revit production and take your time back?https://www.kowabungastudios.comNeed an Electrical Engineer to help you with your design-build projects?Visit https://verticaldesignservices.com/ #Revit #BIM #Automation #KowabungaStudios #MEP #MEPAutomation

Today's special episode features Steve's recent Business Matters broadcast interview with Juliette Foster, featuring conversation about critical cybersecurity challenges facing organizations today. Steve and Juliette discuss targeted phishing, the growing threat of Crime-as-a-Service, the increase in AI-driven cybercrime, and more.  Key Takeaways: Cyber attacks will continue to increase, and businesses must adjust. Regulators must strike a balance to have clear guidelines without stifling businesses. To take advantage of new technologies like AI, businesses must invest in upskilling their employees.  Tune in to hear more about: Why cyber crime is on the rise (2:17) How cyber criminals target their victims (4:00) Solving the cyber skills shortage (29:02) Standout Quotes: “The bad guys only need to get lucky once and they can cause havoc. And so the sorts of numbers you are seeing are them plugging away at it, trying to break down defenses, trying to find a way through. And on the defensive side, of course, we have to be at the top of our game 24/7, and that's just impossible.” - Steve Durbin “We also have very complex supply chains now that obviously are made up of small to mid-size companies. [...] So an easier way of accessing some of this high value information is often via the third party. So you don't necessarily need to be attacking the larger enterprise. You can target a smaller to mid-size, which probably doesn't have the same level of defense, maybe not the same level of awareness. And because it's in the supply chain and sharing information, you can then access through to the larger enterprise.” Steve Durbin “You have to invest in actually looking at the skill sets that you need within your organization and making some hard calls, I think, as to whether or not you do have the right capabilities within your organization. That doesn't necessarily mean that you have to get rid of a lot of people. It means you probably do need to invest significantly in upskilling and training and thinking very hard about how you're going to use some of that new technology.” - Steve Durbin Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.

Are you a CMO or marketing leader struggling to connect scattered AI experiments into a powerful, credible brand story? In this episode of the Business of Story, Park Howell welcomes Joeri Billast—international marketing strategist and host of the "Web3 CMO Stories" podcast—to reveal how top brands transition from fragmented AI efforts to systematic, story-driven success. You'll discover: The difference between AI-first and narrative-first approaches to marketing Boardroom strategies to boost your credibility and drive real business results How ChatGPT and AI change marketing visibility and audience engagement Step-by-step frameworks for building effective, repeatable AI marketing workflows Actionable advice for aligning AI innovation with brand storytelling goals Joeri shares practical insights and proven workflows so you can maximize your team's efficiency, stand out in the boardroom, and lead your brand to storytelling success in the age of AI. Key topics: AI marketing, brand storytelling, content frameworks, marketing technology, boardroom strategy, ChatGPT, systematic workflows, CMO leadership. Listen now to learn how to turn marketing chaos into clarity—systematically—with Joeri Billast. Craft your brilliant brand story strategy in minutes, not months, and instantly create compelling content that converts customers with the StoryCycle Genie™ #StoryOn! ≈Park

A five-hour drive. A state tournament. A parking lot full of parents waiting to hug their crying teenagers. And a moment with my son that completely unraveled me.Today's episode isn't just a story about soccer — it's a story about business, resilience, support, and why you absolutely cannot build a meaningful life or business alone.Inside, I share: • The emotional moment that stopped me in my tracks • Why empathy matters more than achievement • The real reason entrepreneurs burn out (hint: isolation) • What every business owner needs but rarely asks for • Why masterminds and safe circles dramatically change your growth • And how to stop white-knuckling your way through the hard seasonsIf you've been feeling tired, overwhelmed, or like you're carrying your business on your own shoulders… this episode is a warm blanket, a deep breath, and a gentle nudge toward the support you deserve.Your GO-TO LINK for all things Brick and Mortar Visibility-: Level UP : Your Business, Your Life, Google Business Profile Workshop, Visibility Workshop, Hire Melissa, Newsletter, & Referral Partners.Love today's podcast?

(0:00) Intro(1:55) About the podcast sponsor: The American College of Governance Counsel(2:42) Start of interview(3:56) Sue's origin story(5:42) The Rise of Biotech and her Career Journey (BioRad, Dupont, Amersham and Affymetrix)(12:04) Transition to Venture Capital (Mohr Davidow Ventures, GE Ventures)(14:55) Evolution of Corporate Venture Capital (since ~2010) "They [now] represent about 28% of all VC dollars going into startups."(19:32) Her Board Membership Journey (since 2000, as a board member at Affymetrix where she was an executive)(21:12) The Impact of AI on Governance(21:53) Cultural Differences in Boardrooms between founders and investors: "if you do governance right, it should be an enabler, not a suffocator."(29:24) Navigating Geopolitical Risks. Example: Align Technology: We moved about 90% of our Russia based developers to Armenia.(33:01) Challenges in Life Sciences Funding(34:52) The AI Investment Boom(37:16) Activism's Influence on Corporate Boards. "They punish the lack of communication. They punish obscuring things."  Reference to E189 with Joele Frank and Anne Chapman.(42:36) The Evolution of Compensation Structures "I think one of the key topics around comp is aligning pay, performance, and purpose."(45:34) Other relevant board topics: human capital, innovation, data and board culture.(47:57) The Importance of Board Refreshment (digital and IA natives that can govern in the boardroom)(49:12) Books that have greatly influenced her life:Passages by Gael Sheehy (1976)Mountains Beyond Mountains by Tracy Kidder (2003)(52:00) "People that helped her along"(54:23) An unusual habit or an absurd thing that she loves. (54:59) The living person she most admires: Francis Collins.(56:39) Quotes that she thinks of often or lives her life by.Sue Siegel is a highly accomplished executive, investor, and board member who has been at the forefront of innovation across life sciences, healthcare, and technology for more than three decades. You can follow Evan on social media at:X: @evanepsteinLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/epsteinevan/ Substack: https://evanepstein.substack.com/__To support this podcast you can join as a subscriber of the Boardroom Governance Newsletter at https://evanepstein.substack.com/__Music/Soundtrack (found via Free Music Archive): Seeing The Future by Dexter Britain is licensed under a Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United States License

How to keep customers is not a topic often discussed in business board rooms. We spend a lot of board room time talking about getting new customers. However, we need to spend as much time discovering more ways to increase customer satisfaction so we can retain the buyers we have. What about your company? Is it time for a new mindset?Support the show

What can leadership in Formula One teach the rest of us about business transformation? In this episode of the Tech Talks Daily Podcast, I sit down with Seb Sheppard, whose career has taken him from flying helicopters in the Royal Navy to leading engineering teams in Formula One and steering post-merger integrations across multiple industries. His story isn't just one of impressive career shifts but of understanding what truly drives high performance—people, trust, and focus. Seb shares how growing up in Chile and working across different cultures taught him the value of clear communication and empathy in leadership. He explains why protecting technical teams from distractions can often be the most productive thing a leader can do, and how wellbeing initiatives work best when driven by employees themselves rather than top-down policies. Drawing on his time at Alpine F1, he also reveals the delicate balance between cost control and performance improvement, describing how he helped grow the engineering team by a third while staying within strict budget limits. Our conversation also explores the human side of mergers and acquisitions. Seb discusses why integration efforts often fail when companies overlook culture and people, and how proactive communication—long before an announcement is made—can make the difference between success and attrition. He also speaks about the evolving relationship between technology and leadership, explaining how AI can be embraced without losing the human element that drives creativity and trust. If you're a leader facing constant change, this episode is a masterclass in adaptability, humility, and practical wisdom. You'll come away with lessons from both the skies and the racetrack that apply directly to your own teams and projects. Connect with Seb Sheppard at www.sebsheppard.com or on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/sebsheppard. Tech Talks Daily is Sponsored by NordLayer: Get the exclusive Black Friday offer: 28% off NordLayer yearly plans with the coupon code: techdaily-28. Valid until December 10th, 2025. Try it risk-free with a 14-day money-back guarantee.

Kathleen Johnson does not have a traditional Human Resources background in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). She is an artist first and is based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. 2021 was the first time she had worked in corporate since the mid-90s, having pursued a career in film and television after staying home with her 5 children for 10 years. Today, she is the founder and CEO of Kreativ Culture Strategies and a Senior Advisor of DEI in healthcare. Thinking Outside the Boardroom: Creative Solutions in DEI and Anti-racism is her latest book, published in 2025. She is an instructor at Simon Fraser University, contributes monthly to Brainz Magazine, has a podcast called The Kreactivators, is one of Canada's Top 100 Black Women to Watch for 2025, and has worked on major feature films and with artists like Ben Affleck. Kathleen is also a stand-up comedian and uses it as a technique in creative engagement on social justice. She has a degree from Carleton University in Sociology and Anthropology, a DEI certificate from Cornell University, and a makeup arts diploma from CMU College of Makeup Art and Design. In this episode, Mark Sephton talks with Kathleen Johnson, DEI expert, creative strategist, and author of Thinking Outside the Boardroom, about how creativity and courage can drive meaningful cultural change. Together, they explore the power of reflection, play, and purpose in building more inclusive and human-centered workplaces.In this episode, we discover the following: The Art of Building a Plane While Flying It.From Resistance to Readiness.The Inner Work of Leadership.Play, Creativity, and Connection in DEI.Turning Awareness into Action.With podcast host Mark SephtonHope you'll enjoy the episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textUnlock Proven Strategies for a Lucrative Business Exit—Subscribe to The Deep Wealth Podcast TodayHave Questions About Growing Profits And Maximizing Your Business Exit? Submit Them Here, and We'll Answer Them on the Podcast!“ Start earlier and always be proactive.” - Ryan RottmanExclusive Insights from This Week's EpisodesIn this episode, Ryan Rottman reveals how he turned rejection into reinvention and built a billion-dollar disruption that's changing the sports and entertainment industries. Discover the mindset shift that took him from actor to founder, how he built partnerships with top athletes and entertainers, and the one decision that unlocked his next-level success.Top Episode Highlights:02:10 Ryan shares his journey from Hollywood actor to tech founder.07:45 The turning point that made him leave the entertainment spotlight.12:30 How early rejection built his resilience and business mindset.18:40 The secret behind building athlete-led companies that win.25:50 Why fame can be a trap—and how to turn it into leverage.33:20 The hidden opportunity inside entertainment's biggest disruption.41:00 Ryan's blueprint for long-term wealth beyond fame.Click here for full show notes, transcript, and resources:https://podcast.deepwealth.com/488Essential Resources to Maximize Your Business ExitLearn More About Deep Wealth MasteryFREE Deep Wealth eBook on Why You Suck At Selling Your Business And What You Can Do About It (Today)Book Your FREE Deep Wealth StrateUnlock Your Lucrative Exit and Secure Your Legacy

Ever wondered what 500 million years of mountain wisdom could teach you about where you take your business or work from here?Laurence and Carlos explore how the French Alps create the perfect environment for profound perspective shifts.Discover why conversations beside Alpine lakes spark innovations that stuffy conference rooms never could, and how shared adventures build deeper connections than any networking event.More importantly, hear about the magic that happens when exceptional minds gather in an ego-free setting – where CEOs, founders, and changemakers explore and encourage, rather than swap business cards.LinksJoin the next Alptitude retreatJoin the next Vision 20/20 cohort

Power, control, and communication shape every birth—and too often, they decide whether care feels safe or traumatic. We dig into practical ways to prevent harm in obstetric anesthesia by centering trauma-informed care, reducing stigma around substance use disorder, and giving real choice during cesarean delivery.We start by distinguishing complications from trauma and laying out the six pillars that make care safer: safety, transparency, peer support, collaboration, empowerment, and cultural humility. From there, we map prevention across three levels—primary disruption of trauma through clear communication and environment, secondary recognition and mitigation of events, and tertiary support for patients with PTSD. You'll hear concrete steps for SUD in pregnancy, including continuing methadone or buprenorphine, optimizing regional anesthesia, avoiding medication switches, and using person-first language that builds trust rather than barriers.We also spotlight the Elevate project, which advances patient-centered anesthesia choices for cesarean delivery through stakeholder engagement, research, and an in-person summit focused on equity and shared decision-making. The aim is simple and vital: align what clinicians must do with what patients most value, from how we speak at the drape to who is present in the room. Finally, we share life-saving resources from the AFE Foundation—education, an international registry, and a stabilization checklist—to turn rare crises into moments of coordinated, effective response.If these ideas resonate, share this episode with a colleague, subscribe on your favorite platform, and leave a review with one change you plan to make on your next shift. Your feedback helps more clinicians find these tools and deliver safer, more humane maternal anesthesia care.For show notes & transcript, visit our episode page at apsf.org: https://www.apsf.org/podcast/279-from-birthrooms-to-boardrooms-preventing-trauma-and-elevating-maternal-anesthesia-care/© 2025, The Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation

Turning Chaos Into Clarity Daryl shares how his volunteer search and rescue work during a devastating tornado in Alberta shaped his philosophy on leadership. What he witnessed in those chaotic moments pushed him to create systems for handling emergencies—not just in public safety, but also inside corporate boardrooms. Michael recalls his own experience with Hurricane Andrew in Florida, highlighting how disasters force us to rethink routines, resilience, and the way we lead through disruption. Productivity Meets Humanity Too often, workplaces focus on efficiency while stripping away connection. Michael and Daryl unpack why this doesn't work. Daryl draws from his coaching experience to show how empathy and vulnerability make leaders more effective, while Michael connects it back to employee well-being, stress management, and retention. Together, they stress that leadership is most powerful when it balances results with human connection. Transforming Toxicity Into Trust Michael shares his story of stepping into a healthcare organization with an 86% turnover rate. Within a year, by listening, implementing overdue changes, and fostering collaboration, turnover dropped to 6%. The lesson? Empathy and support aren't “soft skills”—they're leadership essentials. Just like a great coach who believes in their team, leaders can rebuild broken cultures by showing they care. Fundamentals Don't Change, Scale Does Daryl reminds us that whether you're leading 10 people or 10,000, the core challenges stay the same. Leadership is about people—and people are complex. His “order to chaos” framework emphasizes self-mastery, productivity, and intentional leadership. He explains how influence works like concentric circles: the larger the organization, the more intentional leaders must be with communication and culture. Adaptability Creates Team Success Great leaders flex. Daryl underscores the importance of listening and adjusting when introducing new systems. Michael reinforces this point with his healthcare experience—leaders who adapt to different personalities and communication styles build trust and reduce turnover. The message is clear: adaptability and intentionality are non-negotiable in leadership today. Collaboration for Better Decisions Michael highlights why leaders must include frontline voices when rolling out new tools or strategies, or risk creating disconnects. Daryl introduces his practical “1-3-1” tactic: identify the problem, offer three options, and present one recommendation. This simple structure accelerates decision-making and keeps teams aligned. The 1-3-1 Framework in Action Daryl breaks down how the 1-3-1 framework reduces cognitive overload for leaders while strengthening accountability. Though it feels clunky at first, it quickly becomes second nature. He even shares his Executive Assistant playbook and resources for leaders ready to try it—just DM him the word "TeamMichael” on LinkedIn or Instagram to get started. Resources and Balance The episode closes with resource-sharing and gratitude. Michael and Daryl encourage leaders to take advantage of these tools and remind listeners that leadership isn't about doing it all alone. Balance, intentionality, and shared wisdom are what truly move organizations forward.  

The fallout from the revelations about Leon Black's financial ties to Jeffrey Epstein ignited a bitter power struggle at Apollo Global Management. When it was revealed that Black had paid Epstein over $150 million for questionable “advisory services,” investors, regulators, and the public demanded accountability. That scrutiny forced Apollo's board to initiate a review, which ultimately led to Black stepping down earlier than planned. His departure cracked open rivalries among Apollo's co-founders, with Marc Rowan and Josh Harris maneuvering for influence. What should have been a smooth leadership transition instead turned into a test of Apollo's governance, reputation, and stability in the face of scandal.The struggle was not just about replacing Black—it was about cleaning up the mess his actions left behind. Senior leadership and board members clashed over why such extraordinary sums were paid to Epstein with little documentation or oversight, sparking deeper questions about Apollo's culture of accountability. Harris, once considered a top contender for the top role, pulled back from daily management amid the turmoil, leaving Rowan to step into leadership. The entire episode underscored how deeply Epstein's shadow reached into the highest levels of finance, destabilizing one of the world's most powerful private equity firms and forcing Apollo to reckon with reputational damage that money alone couldn't erase.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comSource:https://nypost.com/2021/05/24/jeffrey-epstein-led-to-fallout-at-apollo-global-management/

On Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Chris Hossfeld, Founder, Barrel Strength Leadership, on using global staff rides (Gettysburg, Normandy, Market Garden, Bastogne, Italy) to teach decision-making, communication, resilience, and ethics—transforming historical moments into practical leadership behaviors leaders can apply immediately. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This Week on The Friday Reporter Lisa welcomes Alex Conant, Founding Partner at Firehouse Strategies — a veteran communications strategist whose career has taken him from the halls of Capitol Hill to the highest levels of presidential politics.Alex shares insights from his years as Communications Director for Senator Marco Rubio and as National Press Secretary during Rubio's presidential campaign, reflecting on how political communication has evolved in the modern media environment. From campaign war rooms to corporate boardrooms, Alex's perspective bridges the gap between strategy, storytelling and the speed of today's digital news cycle.Together, Lisa and Alex discuss how Washington's communication playbook continues to change — and what it takes to break through the noise in a crowded, polarized media landscape.Tune in for a conversation that's as sharp as it is timely — with one of the best minds in political and corporate communication. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thefridayreporter.substack.com

Meet Stela Roznovan, the TEDx speaker and insurance agency head whose personal transformation holds the key to next-level sales success. In this illuminating episode, Stela shares her inspiring story of pivoting from a concert pianist career to leading a multi-million dollar business, highlighting the vital role of adaptability and continuous learning in any high-stakes environment. We unpack the psychology of elite selling, moving beyond generic pitches to focus on genuine connection. You'll learn how to implement Stela's proven fundamentals for advancing sale and fostering deep client trust:

Samina Farid built her career in oil and gas, founded her own company, and forged ahead in spaces where women are rarely seen. Through it all, she faced cancer twice and found strength that reshaped both her health and her work. Breaking barriers as the only woman in the room Building success in a male-dominated industry Facing cancer two times and turning challenges into purpose Key Questions Answered 1. How did Samina Farid cope with the challenges of being the only woman in a male-dominated field? 2. How did Samina come to start her own company, and what inspired its mission? 3. What was unique about Merrick Systems, and how did it contribute to the industry? 4. Why did Samina decide to sell her company, and what was that process like? 5.What steps did Samina take after her cancer diagnosis? 6. What did Samina learn about her genetic risk for cancer? 7. How did journaling and self-care practices help Samina during her cancer journey? 8. What message does Samina want to share with other women about health and self-care? Timestamped Overview 00:00 Discovery of Remarkable Women 04:12 Pre-Internet Oil Data Challenges 08:20 Grateful for Mentorship Journey 11:27 "Turbulent Life Changes" 15:44 Cancer Journey and Support 21:23 "Facing Cancer's Uncertainty" 24:12 Genetic Mutation: Cancer Risk Alert 25:44 Pancreatic Tumor and Whipple Surgery 28:49 Prioritize Health: Just Do It Support The Rose HERE. Subscribe to Let’s Talk About Your Breasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“If you are questioning what I'm doing, then why not get it from the source?” When you've consistently done the work to be one of the best, it's not just the on court respect and praise that is earned, it's how your voice resonates beyond the game and no better example of this than Kevin Durant. In this powerful and candid conversation, NBA superstar Kevin Durant sits down with Ryan Clark, Channing Crowder, and Fred Taylor to open up like never before. From his early days in Prince George's County to becoming one of the most dynamic scorers in NBA history, KD reflects on his journey through every team he's played for — the Thunder, Warriors, Nets, and Suns — and what each chapter taught him about loyalty, leadership, and growth. He opens up about overcoming devastating injuries, finding balance off the court, and the evolution of his mindset through success, criticism, and reinvention. He doesn't shy away from the questions surrounding his choices, his direct demeanor on social media and describes how he sees his iconic career vs. how it's viewed by the world. Revealing the darkness he experienced from his injuries to rediscovering the light from his time away from the game, KD's love and appreciation for the camaraderie, the intense competition and the high demands of the sport. He shares how special Olympic moments have been, how winning a championship doesn't define his legacy and lets us in on his bond with players around the NBA, especially Anthony Edwards, who he sees a lot of himself in and compares their relationship to a similar one he shared with the late Kobe Bryant. Durant also talks deeply about family, sharing heartfelt stories about the impact of his mother, Wanda, and his relationship with his father, Wayne, and how thier love and lessons shaped the man he is today. The conversation turns to business and life beyond basketball — from his ventures in media and tech with Boardroom to his vision for empowering the next generation of athletes and creators. And of course, KD keeps it real about being a lifelong Washington Commanders fan — the highs, lows, and that unwavering DMV pride. It's vintage Durant: honest, thoughtful, competitive, and always evolving. Don't forget to hit the subscribe button, like and comment- we love hearing from you Pivot family! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices