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Send us a textA blood-soaked pillow and a 14-year-old's helplessness forever shaped Lisa Coleman's approach to healthcare. Now Director of Critical Care at Jackson Memorial Hospital, Lisa shares the pivotal moment that ignited her nursing career and the values that guide her leadership journey.Stepping into the Follow Brand Podcast, Lisa reveals the leadership challenges she navigated during the COVID-19 pandemic while managing a 30-bed critical care unit. With constantly changing protocols and diminishing staff resources, she created a culture of resilience that enabled her team to provide exceptional patient care despite unprecedented obstacles. This crisis management experience solidified her identity as a strategic leader who balances operational excellence with genuine empathy.Lisa's leadership philosophy—"less noise, more voice"—empowers team members while ensuring clear communication in high-stakes environments. Through mentorship, she's transformed struggling nurses into confident practitioners, witnessing their growth over decades. This commitment to developing others has inspired her to create a formal mentorship program at Jackson Health System, designed to cultivate the next generation of nursing executives. The podcast explores how Lisa's Brand Blueprint Strategy assessment revealed she's already performing at the Chief Nursing Officer level, validating her capabilities and providing a framework for continued growth. For aspiring healthcare leaders, Lisa offers powerful guidance: "Be courageous to step out and take on those roles that you may not feel you're meant to be in." Subscribe to hear how trauma-informed leadership is reshaping healthcare from bedside to boardroom.Thanks for tuning in to this episode of Follow The Brand! We hope you enjoyed learning about the latest marketing trends and strategies in Personal Branding, Business and Career Development, Financial Empowerment, Technology Innovation, and Executive Presence. To keep up with the latest insights and updates from us, be sure to follow us at 5starbdm.com. See you next time on Follow The Brand!
How do you actually achieve things while you're in your feminine energy? How do you especially do this in a situation, like a job or workplace that is typically dominated by men? Annette, our Well-F**ked All Star articulates it so well. She works as a CEO in high-level positions and she's found how the more she's connected to her feminine—and her sensual, wet and orgasmic, no-panties wearing self—she's more successful and achieves more than ever.In this episode: Leading from the heart and feminineNew corporate dress code: miniskirts and no underwearFeminine energy evoking masculine leadership and protection Before Anami Land: one orgasm. After Anami Land: “50 or 100 orgasms in a play session. I can choose cervical, G-spot, clitoral, or breast orgasm. I've even had neck-gasms!”“My breasts are bigger; my waist is smaller. My hair is shinier.”Doing intimacy work solo when your partner refuses the call Self-prescribing specific orgasms for different emotional statesThe secret to blissful, sexier-than-ever mid-life and menopause? Being well-f**ked. “I'm 49. I'm coming into the land of perimenopause and menopause, and the whole world will tell you that this is a time where I should be drying up and nothing should be happening for me, but it is the opposite. I feel more youthful and gorgeous than I ever have in my life.” The Well-F**ked Woman Salon opens next week June 25th! In this 10-week online salon for all things female sexual mastery. We cover:How to boost your libido, clear your blocks and become a sexually insatiable womanFeminine energy and flow: from lubrication, libido and ejaculation to leading with your feminine The full orgasmapedia of vaginal orgasms: how to have G-Spot, cervical and squirting orgasms.Enlightened blow jobs, deep throating, and manual techniques to make you a champion cock whispererSelf-pleasuring 101Breast massage to tone and lift the breastsTaoist techniques to convert sexual energy into creative energyHow to use your sexual energy to heal yourself and your bodyAnd much more!Still unsure if you're ready to dive in? Take the quiz to find out just “How underf**ked are you?" No matter what stage you're at, there's always another level to go.www.kimanami.com/wet
Send us a textWhat drives a 14-year-old girl watching her father in critical care to become a healthcare leader? For Lisa Coleman, Director of Critical Care at Jackson Memorial Hospital, it was witnessing blood on her father's pillow go unattended—a moment that crystallized her commitment to compassionate, thorough patient care.Twenty-three years into her nursing career and twelve years in leadership, Coleman's journey reveals the remarkable path from bedside nurse to healthcare executive. Her leadership during COVID-19 showcased her ability to implement innovative protocols while fostering team resilience amid constantly changing guidelines and critical staffing shortages. Rather than crumbling under pressure, she discovered her capacity to balance operational demands with emotional support for her team.Coleman's leadership philosophy—"less noise, more voice"—perfectly captures her approach to creating environments where every team member feels heard while maintaining laser focus on patient outcomes. She doesn't need to be the loudest voice in the room to make an impact. Instead, she creates psychological safety that encourages innovation while driving accountability. This balanced approach has positioned her to perform at the chief nursing officer level, something she realized through brand development work that helped her recognize her executive capabilities.Mentorship forms the cornerstone of Coleman's leadership legacy. From mentoring a struggling nurse who eventually became an advanced nurse practitioner to developing a formal mentorship program at Jackson, she's committed to building the next generation of healthcare leaders. Her advice to aspiring healthcare professionals comes from hard-earned wisdom: approach this field with passion and purpose, not just for financial gain, because you're responsible for human lives.Ready to elevate your leadership journey? Follow Lisa at Lisa_cold1 on social platforms where she welcomes both questions and advice—embodying the continuous learning mindset that has defined her remarkable career.Thanks for tuning in to this episode of Follow The Brand! We hope you enjoyed learning about the latest marketing trends and strategies in Personal Branding, Business and Career Development, Financial Empowerment, Technology Innovation, and Executive Presence. To keep up with the latest insights and updates from us, be sure to follow us at 5starbdm.com. See you next time on Follow The Brand!
What can corporate leaders learn from elite athletes? In this episode, former NFL offensive lineman Cory Procter joins Sal Silvester to explore how the habits of high-performance athletes translate into the workplace. Cory shares lessons from his football career - including how he trained individually and with a team, the mental routines that prepared him for game day, and the critical role of recovery. Now a successful wealth manager, Cory also reflects on how he applies those same principles to lead his business and support his team. Whether you're an executive, entrepreneur, or people leader, this episode will challenge you to think differently about how you train, recover, and lead at work. Highlights include: Building intentional pre-game routines (and how to apply them in business) Mental frameworks for staying grounded under pressure Recovery as a leadership advantage Lessons from the NFL that still shape Cory's approach to life and work.
Subscribe to Throwing Fits on Substack. It's not clocking to you that we're standing on business, is it? This week, Jimmy and Larry want to thank everyone for buying shorts for a good cause, set your calendar alerts because we're doing a live pod at ThriftCon this weekend—Saturday, June 21st—jeans that are definitely jeans, when the brand doubles as your zodiac sign, Très Bien's sale is not to be trifled with, did we finally learn how to pronounce Port Tanger, we're not saying we convinced John C. Reilly to join Instagram but maybe we did, Tennis has officially gone full streetwear thanks to Supreme x Yonex and Kith x Wilson so how did we get here and what does it mean, are there any hobbies left that are immune to collabs, Lawrence had a wonderful time dining at Eddie Huang's new pop-up restaurant Gazebo, Asian fusion is so back which is good because it rules, James mingles with the fairer sex at Paige DeSorbo's Daphne launch, pajama drama, welcome to Jamaica where the Red Stripe is frosty and the fire is slapped, it's WW3 so make sure you hit up the gay orgy bomb shelter, explaining why Quentin Tarantino and Caitlyn Jenner are in Israel, England is magic, buying stock in a new TikTok guy, revising our assessment of Justin Bieber's mental health and more.
Today, I'm joined by Brendan Keegan. Brendan is a 6-time president and CEO, 21-time board director, 2-time best-selling author, World's Most Innovative CEO award winner, and the visionary leader behind bFearless Ventures, an investment & advisory firm. In this episode we discuss the subtle shift between advocating and inquiring that wins over stakeholders, why you should play offense in communication, and the importance of leading with your key message. Let's dive in.Additional Resources:► Follow Communispond on LinkedIn for more communication skills tips: https://www.linkedin.com/company/communispond► Connect with Scott D'Amico on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottdamico/► Connect with Brendan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendanpkeegan/► Check out Brendan's site: https://brendanpkeegan.com/► Subscribe to Communicast: https://communicast.simplecast.com/► Learn more about Communispond: https://www.communispond.com
Send us a textDawn Sipley - President, Sipley the Best (HR Consulting & Recruitment) - invites us into her powerful faith story and meaningful work including being born to two unwed teenagers; in and out of church growing up; the challenges of having an alcoholic mother; becoming emancipated from her mother at 16; going from working in a car lube business to managing rental properties for a jailed father to a career in Human Resources; how your upbringing informs what kind of employee you're likely to be; what it means to be parentified; hiding her upbringing from professional peers; realizing her work accomplishments were an idol; spending her life proving that she was enough; finding herself in Boardrooms unaware of proper etiquette; having difficult conversations with empathy; the power of a water fast; teaching people how they can legally express their faith in the workplace; working on her book; her big, sentimental goal for this year; and a lot more! https://www.sipleythebest.com/Support the show
In this solo episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton tackles one of the biggest challenges fractional CMOs face—overcoming sales objections. Drawing from real-world scenarios and personal insights, Casey walks through the most common pushbacks fractional CMOs hear on sales calls—like “you don't have experience in our industry” or “I could just hire a full-timer for that”—and shows you how to respond with confidence, clarity, and strategic positioning. Whether you're struggling to win your first client or scale into premium pricing, this episode is your playbook for navigating objections and winning high-value deals. Key Topics Covered: -Why industry-specific experience matters—and how to win without it -How to position your transferable expertise in new niches -Real-world examples of selling fractional CMO services across industries -A simple mindset shift for charging what you're worth -How to navigate “You're too expensive, I could hire someone full-time” -Strategy vs. implementation (and why doing both is a trap) -The 3 stages of the CMOx Accelerator: Sales Ready, Road to 10K, and Boardroom -How one Boardroom member landed a $12.5K/month + 5% revenue-share deal -Why the most successful CMOs are the ones solving bigger problems, not smaller tasks
From labor market fluctuations to shifting employee expectations, today's workforce is evolving at an unprecedented pace. In this two-part series, the Travelers Institute broadcasted live from the Board Room of the New York Stock Exchange to explore the challenges and opportunities brought on by these changes.In Part 1, Dr. Jerome M. Adams, the 20th U.S. Surgeon General and Executive Director, Health Equity Initiatives and the Center for Community Health Enhancement and Learning, Purdue University, gave a keynote on the current challenges and opportunities in addressing mental well-being and thoughts on a path forward. He was then joined by Ramona Tanabe, President and CEO of the Workers Compensation Research Institute, and Rich Ives, Senior Vice President, Business Insurance Claim, Travelers, to discuss how to develop actionable plans to address mental health in your workplace. Listen to Part 2.Watch the original Wednesdays with Woodward® webinar: https://institute.travelers.com/webinar-series/symposia-series/forces-at-work-nyse---Visit the Travelers Institute® website: http://travelersinstitute.org/Join the Travelers Institute® email list: https://travl.rs/488XJZM Learn more about the Forces at Work® initiative: https://institute.travelers.com/workforceConnect with Travelers Institute® President Joan Woodward on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joan-kois-woodward/
From labor market fluctuations to shifting employee expectations, today's workforce is evolving at an unprecedented pace. In this two-part series, the Travelers Institute broadcasted live from the Board Room of the New York Stock Exchange to explore the challenges and opportunities brought on by these changes.Listen to Part 1. In Part 2, Dan Helfrich, Principal and former Chair and CEO of Deloitte Consulting LLP, and Mojgan Lefebvre, Executive Vice President and Chief Technology & Operations Officer at Travelers, shared leadership insights into today's competitive labor market and discussed the ways that high-performing companies are adopting innovative talent strategies in a world of rapidly evolving technology. Watch the original Wednesdays with Woodward® webinar: https://institute.travelers.com/webinar-series/symposia-series/forces-at-work-nyse---Visit the Travelers Institute® website: http://travelersinstitute.org/Join the Travelers Institute® email list: https://travl.rs/488XJZM Learn more about the Forces at Work® initiative: https://institute.travelers.com/workforceConnect with Travelers Institute® President Joan Woodward on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joan-kois-woodward/
Anna Wood, Editor at Startups Magazine, speaks to Giorgia Granata, Co-Founder and CEO at Wype, all about bum cleanliness and health, her experience on Dragons Den and why building a startup is like a horse
Anna Wood, Editor at Startups Magazine, speaks to Giorgia Granata, Co-Founder and CEO at Wype, all about bum cleanliness and health, her experience on Dragons Den and why building a startup is like a horse
This Season 4 Episode 11 Part 2 of of Call of Duty – Real Soldiers. Real Stories. brings you the extraordinary life of Colonel Pushkar, a decorated Army officer whose legacy spans the battlefield and the boardroom.Having served with distinction in the Indian Army, Col Pushkar takes us through his remarkable military journey — from being inducted into an elite unit and later commanding it, to frontline experiences in the Kashmir Valley, Operation Pawan in Sri Lanka, and strategic trials in Pokhran. His stories reflect not only tactical brilliance and courage under fire, but also the unbreakable spirit of a soldier.But his journey didn't end with the uniform. After hanging up his boots, Col Pushkar seamlessly transitioned into the corporate world, bringing the same grit, discipline, and leadership to his new mission — and excelling there too.In this inspiring conversation, we uncover what it means to lead, adapt, and thrive — whether in conflict zones or in the competitive corridors of corporate India.Tune in for a gripping episode that celebrates resilience, transformation, and the spirit of a soldier who never stopped serving — just changed the battlefield.We are - “Call of Duty” Real Soldiers Real Stories… where we bring real stories from the lives of the soldiers from Indian armed services.Available on Apple , Google, Spotify, Anchor podcasts and Amazon musicPodcast Producers:Poonam JoshyNandita SankaranPrakrati AgrawalMusic credits: Colonel V D SinghContact us on: podcastcallofduty@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/callofdutypodcastFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/callofdutyrsrs
Welcome to Season 4 Episode 11 Part-2 of Call of Duty – Real Soldiers. Real Stories., where we bring to you the extraordinary life of Colonel Pushkar, a decorated Army officer whose legacy spans the battlefield and the boardroom.Having served with distinction in the Indian Army, Col Pushkar takes us through his remarkable military journey — from being inducted into an elite unit and later commanding it, to frontline experiences in the Kashmir Valley, Operation Pawan in Sri Lanka, and strategic trials in Pokhran. His stories reflect not only tactical brilliance and courage under fire, but also the unbreakable spirit of a soldier.But his journey didn't end with the uniform. After hanging up his boots, Col Pushkar seamlessly transitioned into the corporate world, bringing the same grit, discipline, and leadership to his new mission — and excelling there too.In this inspiring conversation, we uncover what it means to lead, adapt, and thrive — whether in conflict zones or in the competitive corridors of corporate India.Tune in for a gripping episode that celebrates resilience, transformation, and the spirit of a soldier who never stopped serving — just changed the battlefield.We are - “Call of Duty” Real Soldiers Real Stories… where we bring real stories from the lives of the soldiers from Indian armed services.Available on Apple , Google, Spotify, Anchor podcasts and Amazon musicPodcast Producers:Poonam JoshyNandita SankaranPrakrati AgrawalMusic credits: Colonel V D SinghContact us on: podcastcallofduty@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/callofdutypodcastFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/callofdutyrsrs
This episode of Call of Duty – Real Soldiers. Real Stories. brings you the extraordinary life of Colonel Pushkar, a decorated Army officer whose legacy spans the battlefield and the boardroom.Having served with distinction in the Indian Army, Col Pushkar takes us through his remarkable military journey — from being inducted into an elite unit and later commanding it, to frontline experiences in the Kashmir Valley, Operation Pawan in Sri Lanka, and strategic trials in Pokhran. His stories reflect not only tactical brilliance and courage under fire, but also the unbreakable spirit of a soldier.But his journey didn't end with the uniform. After hanging up his boots, Col Pushkar seamlessly transitioned into the corporate world, bringing the same grit, discipline, and leadership to his new mission — and excelling there too.In this inspiring conversation, we uncover what it means to lead, adapt, and thrive — whether in conflict zones or in the competitive corridors of corporate India.Tune in for a gripping episode that celebrates resilience, transformation, and the spirit of a soldier who never stopped serving — just changed the battlefield.We are - “Call of Duty” Real Soldiers Real Stories… where we bring real stories from the lives of the soldiers from Indian armed services.Available on Apple , Google, Spotify, Anchor podcasts and Amazon musicPodcast Producers:Poonam JoshyNandita SankaranPrakrati AgrawalMusic credits: Colonel V D SinghContact us on: podcastcallofduty@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/callofdutypodcastFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/callofdutyrsrs
Story of the Week (DR):Boeing Crash in India Is First Fatal Incident Involving a 787 Jet: Tragedy threatens to throw plane maker's fragile recovery into question MMBoeing stock slides after Air India 787 Dreamliner crashesAI Overviews hallucinates that Airbus, not Boeing, involved in fatal Air India crash One of the Dreamliners That Gave a Boeing Manager Nightmares Just CrashedWhistleblowers always warned that passengers would pay a price for Boeing's tyrannical corner-cutting, especially with the planes shipped overseas.Starbucks accelerates new staffing model to all company-owned North American storesStarbucks has launched its biggest hiring spree in history — aimed at finally tackling the number one gripe from frustrated customers. The recruitment blitz— adding as many as 85,000 workers across its 17,000 US locations — is a bold move aimed at slashing long wait times.CEO Brian Niccol, speaking to 14,000 store managers at a Las Vegas event on Wednesday, called it 'the biggest human capital investment in connection in the history of Starbucks.' Five years ago, Starbucks stores averaged 23 employees. Cost-cutting has since trimmed that number down to 18 to 19 — four to five fewer workers per location.Howard Schultz says he ‘did a cartwheel' when Starbucks CEO Niccol coined ‘back to Starbucks' strategyNETFLIX: 78% NO Jay Hoag“In accordance with the Company's director resignation policy, Mr. Hoag offered his resignation from the Board, conditioned upon Board acceptance. The Nominating and Governance Committee will consider Mr. Hoag's resignation and recommend to the Board regarding whether to accept or reject the resignation or take other action.”Jay Hoag chairs the Nomination CommitteeThe Nominating and Governance Committee met two times in 2024. Each member attended all the Nominating and Governance Committee meetings held in 2024, other than Mr. Hoag who did not attend one meeting.2024: 9% NO; 2023: 23% NO; 2020: 55% NO; 2017: 49% NO; 2014: 49.7% NO; 2011: 9% NOMGMT proposal to declassify the board 99.6% YESMGMT proposal to eliminate supermajority voting provisions 99.6% YESSay on Pay: 2023: 71% NO; 2022: 73% NOSHP Wins (22?)SHP Lobbying Activity Report/Political Disclosures (2 wins): 2022: 60% YES; 2021 80% YESSHP repeal classified board (6 wins): 2017: 63% YES; 2016: 83% YES; 2015: 80% YES; 2014: 82% YES; 2013: 88% YES; 2012: 78% YESSHP simple majority vote (9 wins): 2022: 58% YES; 2021: 90% YES; 2020: 73% YES; 2019: 88% YES; 2018: 84% YES; 2017: 63% YES; 2016: 82% YES; 2015: 80% YES; 2013: 81% YESSHP majority voting policy (4 wins): 2016: 87% YES; ; 2014: 82% YES; 2013: 81% YES; 2011: 72% YESSHP independent board chair: 2013 (1 win): 73% YESNetflix Director Jay C. Hoag sold 31,750 shares of Netflix stock in a transaction dated Thursday, June 5th. The shares were sold at an average price of $1,252.35, for a total value of $39,762,112.50. Following the completion of the transaction, the director now directly owns 63,040 shares of the company's stock, valued at $78,948,144.Why Companies with More Female Board Members Have Better Workplace SafetyThat's the conclusion of “From the Boardroom to the Jobsite: Female Board Representation and Workplace Safety,” written by a pair of Notre Dame professors and a colleague from Villanova University. Examining government and corporate worker safety data from 266 companies between 2002 to 2011, the trio determined that the number of workplace accidents and injuries tended to be lower at businesses that had higher numbers of women on their boards.Goodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: Rubrik's CEO let 800 employees sit in on board meetings — and he says it supercharged the companyFor the first seven to eight years of building the company, Rubrik's CEO opened board meetings to all staff.Bipul Sinha said as many as 800 staff members tuned in to these meetings.The data management firm went public in April 2024 and is worth $19 billion.MM: McDonald's downgraded on GLP-1 drug worries: Wall Street's top analyst calls MMAssholiest of the Week (MM):One story, three asshole options:Texas DRTexas Removes BlackRock From Energy Boycott Blacklist2022: Texas bans local, state government entities from doing business with firms that “boycott” fossil fuels““Our review focused on the boycott of energy companies…”Bills That Could Have Hurt Renewable Energy Die in Texas LegislatureTexas finalizes $1.8B to build solar, battery, and gas-powered microgrids2025: Texas Leads U.S. Renewable Energy Generation by a Country Mile - since 2019, renewable energy has nearly doubled to account for 30% of Texas energyBlackrockTexas Removes BlackRock From Energy Boycott Blacklist“BlackRock does not boycott fossil fuels — investing over $100 billion in Texas energy companies on behalf of our clients proves that.Fink letter to clients in 2020: Our role as a fiduciary is the foundation of BlackRock's culture. The commitments we are making today reflect our conviction that all investors – and particularly the millions of our clients who are saving for long-term goals like retirement – must seriously consider sustainability in their investments.As EU acts to stop greenwash, funds drop climate claims from their namesAn email BlackRock sent to clients on March 18, which it shared with Climate Home, said it had responded to the ESMA naming guidelines by changing the names of 56 funds worth $51bn to drop sustainability terms. An example it gave was dropping “ESG” from the BSF Systematic ESG World Equity Fund.How BlackRock's Larry Fink Won Over Donald TrumpBlackRock seeks dismissal of Texas antitrust case over coal productionBlackRock CEO Larry Fink not leaving anytime soon Did you forget about your board? Probably not… Blackrock voted for their own directors, including when those directors were in the bottom quartile for votes receivedBlackrock can even sway the vote on itself: Blackrock also owns 6.7% of itself through funds, primarily indexThe average vote FOR a BLK director is 97.3%, higher than the 96.4% US averageIn fact, the directors with the lowest votes elsewhere… got the highest votes at BLK?THREE founders on the board“Discrimination” in capital marketsX's Sales Pitch: Give Us Your Ad Business or We'll SueLate last year, Verizon Communications got an unusual message from a media company that wanted its business: Spend your ad dollars with us or we'll see you in court.It worked. Verizon, which hadn't advertised on X since 2022, pledged to spend at least $10 million this year on the platform, a person familiar with the matter said.2023: Elon, After Personally Driving Away Advertisers, Tells Them To Go Fuck Themselves (Repeatedly), And Says ‘Earth' Will ‘Judge' Them For Killing ExTwitterCanadian Tourists To The U.S. Down Nearly 40% In May, New Data SaysSUE CANADAHeadliniest of the WeekDR: BJ's Restaurant announces Lyle D Tick as new president and CEO AND ZRG Appoints Interim Talent Trailblazer Liz Dick to Board of Directors MM: Hulk Hogan wants to reimagine Hooters restaurants as his Real American Beer brand makes a new bid to save the chainWho Won the Week?DR: Jay Hoag: ignores shareholders while selling shares while pretending to be independentMM: I have a winner that doesn't know they're a winner - Polish investor Wiaczesław "Slava" Smołokowski, the owner of Polaroid. With Texas pushing Blackrock to its knees for discriminating against oil, the Robby Starbuck winning the war of discrimination against white men, and Elon Musk winning money for discriminating against Nazi platforms, Polaroid has a chance to sue Apple for discriminating against cameras with its phones, sue the state of Texas for divesting from Polaroid in 2001, and sue the US public for not buying printing cameras. . PredictionsDR: Jay Hoag does not attend the Nomination Committee meeting which is meant to accept or reject his resignation but since the other 3 committee members are too scared to act without him they sit and talk about Netflix's upcoming season of Stranger Things for 45 minutes until Brad Smith gets a text from Jay Hoag which simply reads: “Rjct”MM: Dave Calhoun boomerangs back to Boeing to save the day
Season 7, episode 22 on the California Sports Lawyer® Podcast with Jeremy Evans, discussing Major League Baseball's latest financial investments and business strategy, examining how America's pastime is growing both on and off the field. Copyright © 2025. California Sports Lawyer®. All Rights Reserved. (www.CSLlegal.com)
Nhlanhla Sehume & Ndumiso Mngomezulu are in conversation with Nduduzo Chala, Managing Executive at South African Tyre Manufacturers Conference (SATMC)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nhlanhla Sehume & Ndumiso Mngomezulu reflect on GoodYear's looming exist from South Africa and the broader implications for the local industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Returning to work after having a baby is one of the most emotionally charged transitions a woman can face, and it's one that too often goes unsupported. In this powerful episode, I am joined by business psychologist and founder of & Culture Consulting, Clare Radford, to explore the findings from her groundbreaking report, How to Support Returning Parents: From Boardroom to Babies and Back Again. With insights drawn from nearly 400 personal stories, Clare shines a light on the unseen struggles faced by women returning from maternity leave, and what businesses must do to keep their top talent from quietly slipping away. Together, we dive into the emotional toll, the hidden biases, and the practical steps needed to build a workplace where working parents can thrive. In this episode, you'll discover: The emotional and psychological impact of returning to work as a parent Why ambition doesn't disappear with parenthood, and what organisations are missing The five game-changing strategies every employer should implement How self-advocacy can transform a return-to-work experience The cost to businesses and society of getting this wrong, and the ROI of getting it right Whether you're a working mum preparing to return to work, an HR leader wanting to improve retention, or someone passionate about creating more humane workplaces, this episode is essential listening. You can listen to the episode here or via itunes or spotify. Or you can find it on most other podcast platforms and apps. Could you do me a huge favour and share this episode with two or three working mums that pop into your head as you listen? My mission is to support as many working mums on their journey as possible, and so I'd be so grateful if you supported them by offering this free podcast. I hope it's been helpful to you, and if so, I hope you pass that on. Please consider rating and reviewing my show. Your review can help other people find my podcast so you'll be helping another working mum find this resource. Plus I also love to go in and read them. Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favourite part of the podcast is. Thank you! Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I want to encourage you to get subscribed as I don't want you to miss out. I'm adding some exciting bonus episodes and if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!
In this episode of Daily Influence, Brian explores the idea of "boardroom frequency"—the tone, energy, and alignment of those we rely on for critical decisions. Whether your advisory group is a formal board, a team of leaders, or trusted peers, how they resonate with your mission and values matters. Brian challenges us to be intentional about who we allow to influence us, how we receive that influence, and whether it aligns with our strategic goals. Discover how clarity, empathy, and SMART decision-making can cut through the noise and elevate both individual and organizational influence.
“People think of tariffs and duties as just shipping line items—but they're reshaping boardroom strategy.” — Noa Sussman, TecEx In this installment of the TecEx podcast series, Noa Sussman returns to help listeners navigate the rapidly evolving—and often misunderstood—world of tariffs, duties, and VAT. Hosted by Doug Green, Publisher of Technology Reseller News, this session pulls back the curtain on the taxes and trade terms that are quietly impacting IT budgets, deployment timelines, and global expansion strategies. “We've reached a point where the C-suite needs to understand the difference between a tariff and a duty,” says Sussman. “These aren't just accounting line items anymore. They're strategic levers that can affect profitability, market timing, and compliance risk.” TecEx provides not just shipping services, but end-to-end strategic support for global IT deployments, acting as the “importer of record” in over 200 jurisdictions. In this episode, Sussman breaks down: What VAT really is and how it's recoverable along the supply chain—but a major cash flow issue at customs if unplanned. How duties differ from VAT and why they are used to protect domestic industries from foreign competition. Why tariffs are political tools, not just trade policies—and how they're weaponized in global disputes. Why compliance isn't optional and how recent export control failures have landed executives in legal trouble. Using real-world examples, Sussman shows how companies can lose margin—or worse, face legal issues—simply by failing to plan early. “We're not just problem solvers after things go wrong,” he emphasizes. “We're strategic partners who can help you avoid the problem in the first place.” Key takeaway: Don't wait until a shipment is stuck at customs. Engage with experts like TecEx before contracts are signed and pricing is set. Taxes, duties, tariffs, and compliance must now be factored into the earliest stages of international planning. Learn more at https://www.tecex.com
In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, Peter Murphy Lewis, founder of Strategicpete.com and a fractional Chief Marketing Officer, shares his unique entrepreneurial journey. Lewis recounts how he built and successfully sold a nationally recognized tourism company, gaining invaluable lessons in leadership, brand building, and growth hacking along the way. Now, through Strategicpete.com, he helps CEOs untangle overwhelming marketing data and transform it into clear, actionable growth strategies, emphasizing the crucial need for a "map" and alignment on success metrics before launching campaigns.Lewis also discusses a key insight from his upcoming book, "Interns To A-Players," highlighting the mind shift companies need to make: stop hiring for experience and start hiring for trajectory. He advocates for building talent within robust systems and culture rather than constantly chasing "unicorns." Reflecting on his diverse career, from leading tourism shows in Latin America to advising US banks, Lewis offers aspiring entrepreneurs advice centered on solving problems worth solving, finding purpose in the mission, and collaborating with like-minded, creative individuals. Tune in to hear Peter Murphy Lewis's practical wisdom on marketing, team building, and carving a meaningful career.Like to be a future guest on the show? Apply Here
Send us a textIn this electrifying episode of the Joint Dynamics Podcast, host Andrew Cox | Joint Dynamics sits down with Dr. Andrew Hall PhD. Andrew is a performance coach, mindset architect, and former Scottish Rugby international (1 cap and happy to chat why) to unpack the secrets of fostering high-performance cultures in sports, business, and beyond.With a career spanning elite rugby fields, leadership roles at the Hong Kong Rugby Union, and doctoral research in organizational psychology, Dr. Hall brings a rare blend of gritty athletic experience and cutting-edge psychological insight. Together, Andrew and Andrew explore:The parallels between elite sports teams and corporate leadership—how to build resilience, accountability, and a "winning mindset."Talent cultivation strategies that Dr. Hall honed while coaching national teams and future stars.Practical frameworks for aligning organizational culture with long-term success, drawn from his work with Fortune 500 executives and startups alike.Lessons from overcoming career-defining setbacks—including his own transition from athlete to coach—and how to turn adversity into strategic advantage.Whether you're leading a team, scaling a business, or striving for personal excellence, this conversation is a masterclass in transforming pressure into progress. Tune in to discover why culture isn't just a buzzword—it's the ultimate competitive edge.*Subscribe to the Joint Dynamics Podcast for more insights on performance, leadership, and unlocking human potential.Show sponsor is Muvitality Medicinal Mushrooms for modern day health and wellness | Mu …Go to muvitality.com and use the code JD10 to receive a 10% discount on your purchase of Mu Functional mushrooms such as Lions Mane, Cordyceps, Chaga, Reishi, and Turkey tail functional mushroomsEnjoyHere are some useful links for this podcastwww.andrewhallcoaching.comLinked In - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-hall-phd-15a38618/?originalSubdomain=hkRelevant episodesEpisode 66 - What are you prepared to die for with Dr Roy Sugarman - https://podcasts.apple.com/hk/podcast/episode-66-what-are-you-prepared-to-die-for-with-dr/id1527374894?i=1000596028540Episode 116 - The Elevation Barn with Will Travis - https://podcasts.apple.com/hk/podcast/episode-116-the-elevation-barn-with-will-travis/id1527374894?i=1000681398475JOINT DYNAMICS links:Joint Dynamics Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/JointDynamicsHongKong/Joint Dynamics Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/jointdynamics/Joint Dynamics Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRQZplKxZMSvtc6LxM5WckwJoint Dynamics Website - www.jointdynamics.com.hk Host - Andrew Cox - https://www.jointdynamics.com.hk/the-team/trainers/andrew-cox
In this episode of the People-First Builders Podcast, I'm joined by Jeffery Forrest Jr., successor and co-owner of WPC, a family-run construction powerhouse based in Central Florida. Jeffrey shares his journey from pushing a broom on job sites at 15 to leading one of the Southeast's premier construction management firms. We dive into his unique career trajectory, including a fascinating stint as a professional poker player, and how those lessons in risk, adaptation, and incomplete information translate directly to the world of construction leadership. Jeffrey also opens up about the generational transition at WPC, the evolving people-first philosophy that guides their work, and how they're navigating the ongoing labor challenges in the trades. We explore: The power of starting early and learning from the ground up How poker taught Jeffrey about decision-making and resilience WPC's shift to empowering the next generation while honoring the past Why construction remains a deeply rewarding, purpose-driven career Practical insights on hiring, talent development, and fostering a growth mindset Join us as we share stories, insights, and lessons that bridge generations, champion the trades, and build a better future one project at a time.
Lindsey Vonn has joined the advisory board of Athena Capital, a female-led venture capital and private equity firm founded by Isabelle Freidheim, while preparing for a return to competitive skiing at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Cortina, Italy. Vonn, who has experience as an investor and entrepreneur, is balancing her board responsibilities with her training after recovering from a partial knee replacement. Athena Capital is assembling a diverse advisory board and plans to announce additional members in the future.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Equality in the boardroom? Not by a long shot. Today on the show we talk about why we still need to have this conversation in 2025. Our guests are local women changemakers who will talk challenges and positive changes. Guests: Carolann Harding CEO SmartICE; Laura Aguirre Polo, manager, Amal Unite & Empower; Dawn Dalley, president and CEO of CAA Atlantic; Colleen Kennedy, Gros Morne Cooperative Association
Send us a textThe Boardgame Specialist Podcast Episode 121: Top 9 Games Better Than The OriginalBe sure to follow us on discort.https://discord.gg/ssnqjsRFxV%0A Follow Carla at: IG: boardgamespecialist FB: Red Deer Board Game Fanatics Follow Mel at: IG: mels_boardgame_room FB Mel's Board Game Room YouTube: Mel's Board Room[2:52] Trailblazer: The Arizona Trail[16:43] Backstories: The Emerald Wedding Anniversary[22:37] Castles of Tuscany[28:25] Lost Cities The Board Game[31:49] Carson City The Card Game[36:07] Wingspan Asia[39:33] Isle of Cats Duel / Explore and Draw[44:11] Clank! Catacombs[46:44] Istanbul the Dice Game[50:56] Slam Throne[54:46] Blueprints of Mad King Ludwig[59:59] ScandalOh![1:02:26] 7 Wonders Duel[1:07:07] Civilization A New Dawn[1:10:33] Yokohama Duel[1:15:39] Endeavor Deep Sea[1:20:18] House of Fado[1:28:10] Le Havre the Inland Port[1:33:13] Pirates of Maracaibo[1:38:19] Roll for the Galaxy
In this episode of the CFO Catalyst Podcast, host Sumith welcomes Winston Abeyeratne, CFO at Conference Group in South Australia. Winston shares his immigration journey, starting 12 years ago, and his career transition from audit trainee at KPMG in Sri Lanka to various roles in the finance sector in Australia. He discusses the importance of backing statements with numbers, the challenges of working with high-net-worth individuals, and provides advice for new migrants and aspiring CFOs on building a career in finance. The conversation also delves into the evolving role of CFOs, the impact of AI and machine learning on the finance industry, and the significance of continuous learning and process review. Winston offers his insights on earning respect in new roles, mentoring younger professionals, and the benefits of embracing flexibility and creativity in financial leadership Thanks for tuning in to Books to the Boardroom! If you enjoyed today's episode, take your leadership journey further:
Guy Morris: Retired from a 38-year executive career with Fortune 100 software, high-tech and global energy, Guy Morris has also been a published song writer for Disney Records, a patented inventor, a Coast Guard charter captain, an adventurer, and now, a self-published author of thrillers. From cartel death threats in Latin America to the shark diving in Moorea – from a Board Room to a recording studio - from child homelessness to corporate jets, Guy pulls from a rich life of diverse experience to write books that thrill, educate, and inspire thoughtful dialogue on genuine issues facing humanity.https://www.guymorrisbooks.com/Sponsors:https://invideo.sjv.io/c/3290446/1543...https://mindbloom.sjv.io/c/3290446/15...https://daily-high-club-affiliate-pro...https://www.opus.pro/?via=a28600https://goodbru.com/?sca_ref=8203535....DONATE TO THE CHANNEL: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted...Join this channel to get access to perks:  / @minddog
In this episode of Learning Matters, host Doug Wooldridge sits down with Liz Bruno, former Chief Learning Officer at Baptist Health and a powerhouse in the L&D world. From her early days as a professional ballet dancer to leading system-wide training programs in healthcare, Liz shares her journey—and the bold mindset that's guided her along the way.
CMO at dating app Hinge, took on an extra title earlier this year: President. Live from the inaugural SXSW festival in London, Jantos talks putting marketing at the center of the boardroom, a troubling loneliness epidemic for gen Z, and the future of dating. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Engaging with the board is a critical skill for HR leaders — but navigating board dynamics isn't always straightforward.In this episode, we're joined by Dr Juliet Bourke, a global authority on human capital, inclusive leadership and governance. With experience advising hundreds of organisations — including Apple, the UN and BHP — and a decade as a Deloitte Partner, Juliet brings rare insight into what boards expect from HR.Whether you're board-facing now or preparing for the future, this episode will help you sharpen your strategic edge.Thank you to HR Partner for sponsoring this season. If you want to explore a simple HR solution that streamlines your HR admin, you can book a demo today: https://bit.ly/4dAYxugSHOW NOTES:Learning opportunities:Give your HR leadership a point of difference by becoming a Certified HR practitioner: https://bit.ly/3MZnnreTransition from operational responsibilities to visionary leadership with AHRI's Strategic HR Leader short course: https://bit.ly/4kpDqxL Learn how to overcome stakeholder resistance with this short course from AHRI: https://bit.ly/3MR1droMore resources:Green shoots for change in the boardroom report (Deloitte, 2023): https://bit.ly/3ZOP397Read DrJuliet's book: Which Two Heads Are Better Than One? : https://bit.ly/4mLIIoWThe value of HR leadership at a board level (HRMOnline by Samantha Martin-Williams): https://bit.ly/4kql5ARConnect:Follow Dr Juliet Bourke on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3T8f5R0 AHRI members can join the AHRI LinkedIn lounge, exclusive to AHRI members to discuss some of the themes explored in this episode with their HR peers and access bonus content. Become a member today: https://bit.ly/41tcOFu
The ongoing drama with Market Basket where CEO Arthur Demoulas was suspended and put on paid leave by the Board of Directors with his three sisters at the helm, is very reminiscent of the HBO hit drama Succession where family and business relationships sour, and battles ensue. Tonight, we discuss the market basket feud and hear your thoughts on it! Boston Globe reporter Camilo Fonseca joined us to discuss!Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!
Give to help Chris make Truce. A little goes a long way! In November of 1965, a young lawyer published a book called Unsafe at Any Speed about the dangers of driving a Chevy Corvair. The car could become unstable and possibly flip if driven in poor conditions or without proper training. The lawyer? Ralph Nader. It took a while for the book to find its audience, but soon it was on bookshelves across the US and made a celebrity our of Nader. Soon he and his "Nader's Raiders" were on a spree, advocating for consumer safety. This movement was met with skepticism and fear in the industrial community. Who did this guy think he was? Americans didn't need "big government" looking over their shoulders! Well, that's what big corporate leaders thought. They set out to dismantle the consumer safety movement and to convince conservative religious people that safety was actually creeping government interference. My special guest for this episode is Rick Perlstein, author of The Invisible Bridge and Reaganland. Sources: Chevy Corvair ad Reaganland by Rick Perlstein Road and Track article about the Corvair Washington Post article about the UAW strike One Nation Under God by Kevin Kruse Article with fun pictures from the Ad Council campaigns Christian Reconstruction by Michael McVicar Reagan's "I'm From the Government and I'm Here to Help" Listen, America! by Jerry Falwell p73, paperback, Bantam edition, August 1980 Discussion Questions: What do you think about the government involvement in the Chevy Corvair? How has product safety impacted your life? Is the government small, big, or somewhere in between? Do you remember Ralph Nader? Is it okay for big business to use advertising to change American minds about the government and economics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Communication Queen | entrepreneurship, marketing, storytelling, public speaking, and podcasting
Picture this: You're told to ditch the hat if you want to be taken seriously. Instead, you double down, wear it louder—and your business explodes. In this juicy episode of Communication Queens, Kimberly Spencer sits down with Jamar Jones, founder of FourEva Media, for a no-BS conversation on how owning your vibe is the ultimate visibility strategy. From his hip hop roots to headlining keynote stages (yes, sometimes with a live performance), Jamar breaks down why 1,000 true fans are worth more than a million random likes—and how congruence is the secret sauce to building a magnetic personal brand. Together, they unpack: What “branding from the inside out” really means Why your childhood dreams and cringe moments are branding gold How falling on your ass (literally) can skyrocket your relatability When it's time to hire professionals to elevate your aesthetic The energetic difference between a business brand vs. personal brand Whether you're stepping out from behind the biz curtain or ready to stop blending in, this convo is your permission slip to get louder, weirder, and way more YOU—because the world doesn't need another copycat. It needs your story, your sparkle, and yes… your hat. Grab your mic, Queen. Let's brand from the soul.
Welcome to a transformative conversation about the heart of nonprofit effectiveness: the boardroom. In this episode, we delve into the critical topic of creating synergy among board members, exploring the strategies, challenges, and best practices that can elevate your organization's impact. Our expert guest, Jermaine Thomas, a seasoned nonprofit consultant, shares his wealth of experience in building cohesive and high-performing boards. He'll illuminate how to foster a shared vision, navigate common dysfunctions, and cultivate a boardroom culture that fuels strategic decision-making and drives mission fulfillment. Whether you're a founder, executive director, or board member, this episode offers actionable insights and practical advice to unlock the full potential of your leadership team. Discover how to: Establish a strong foundation built on shared purpose and values Promote effective communication and collaboration among board members Integrate strategic thinking into regular board meetings Address conflict constructively and maintain a positive dynamic Leverage diversity and inclusion to enhance decision-making Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and equipped with the tools to create a boardroom that truly embodies synergy, propelling your nonprofit to new heights of impact and success.
New England Business Report with Kim Carrigan and Joe Shortsleeve
On today's program, we talk with the CEO and President of the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Jim Rooney about the current business climate. We're joined by Mike Marshall of Marshall Wealth Management as he lays out the best retirement plans. Also, Marty Walsh, former Mayor of Boston, former US labor Secretary, joins Kim and me to talk about his new position at the National Hockey League Players Association. And finally, the Executive Editor of the Boston Business Journal, Doug Banks, will be along to discuss this week's biggest business stories.
Navigating the People-Centric Transformation in FinanceIn this episode of the Books to the Boardroom, season three of the CFO Catalyst Podcast, host Sumith is joined by Ben Edmonds, CFO at Alberts in Sydney. The conversation covers Ben's career journey from an early interest in tourism management to becoming a CFO, highlighting the influence of his father and his practical experiences in various financial roles. Ben emphasises the transformative nature of the CFO role, the importance of people and leadership in business, and the evolving landscape of accounting. He also discusses the significance of digital transformation, ESG initiatives, and the challenges young CFOs face today. Ben provides insights into managing change, maintaining professional development, and balancing technical skills with human interaction. The episode concludes with advice for aspiring finance professionals on building a successful career in accounting.Thanks for tuning in to Books to the Boardroom! If you enjoyed today's episode, take your leadership journey further:
This week's episode details what happened when the CEO of a European-US space company bought into a shareholder fight involving two Chinese government-backed entities, that are deeply involved with the Thousand Sails mega-constellation - China's answer to Starlink. This is a deep dive into lawfare in the space domain, a growing costly concern for the U.S. and its Allies. Laura Winter speaks with Declan Ganley, CEO of Rivada Space Networks; and Dean Cheng, a sought after China-U.S. relations expert, and non-resident Fellow at both the Potomac Institute for Policy Studies and the George Washington University Space Policy Institute.
Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: From Nervous Suit Shopping to Confident Boardroom Triumph Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-05-29-22-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A késő tavaszi nap melegen sütött be a városon átívelő felhőkarcolók üvegablakain.En: The late spring sun was warmly shining through the glass windows of the skyscrapers spanning the city.Hu: Bálint, egy ígéretes fiatal junior ügyvezető, a város egyik legelegánsabb áruházában nézelődött.En: Bálint, a promising young junior executive, was browsing one of the city's most elegant department stores.Hu: Péntek délelőtt volt, és ő izgatottan, mégis idegesen válogatott az öltönyök között.En: It was a Friday morning, and he was excited yet nervous as he sorted through the suits.Hu: Másnap reggelre esedékes bemutatója sorsdöntő lehetett a karrierje szempontjából.En: The presentation scheduled for the next morning could be pivotal for his career.Hu: - Ez túl sötét, ez meg túl világos – motyogta magának, miközben a zakókat próbálgatta.En: "This one's too dark, that one too light," he muttered to himself as he tried on jackets.Hu: Bálint mindig inkább a laza stílus felé hajlott, de tudta, hogy most valami különlegesre van szüksége.En: Bálint usually leaned towards a more casual style, but he knew he needed something special this time.Hu: Péter, az ő tapasztalt vezetője, aki magas elvárásairól volt híres, dönthetett a következő előléptetésről.En: Péter, his experienced manager, known for his high expectations, could decide about the next promotion.Hu: Bálint tudta, hogy az első benyomás kulcsfontosságú lehet.En: Bálint knew that the first impression could be crucial.Hu: A stresszhullámok közepette váratlanul megjelent mellette Eszter, a tehetséges kolléganője.En: Amidst the waves of stress, Eszter, his talented colleague, unexpectedly appeared beside him.Hu: Eszter mosollyal az arcán nézelődött körbe a bolti forgatagban.En: Eszter looked around the busy store with a smile on her face.Hu: - Bálint, látom, hogy elakadtál.En: "Bálint, I see you're stuck.Hu: Segíthetek?En: Can I help?"Hu: – kérdezte kedvesen.En: she asked kindly.Hu: - Igazán örülnék neki – válaszolta Bálint, egy része szégyenkezve vallotta be, hogy szüksége van segítségre.En: "I would really appreciate that," replied Bálint, a part of him embarrassed to admit he needed assistance.Hu: Eszter hozzáértéssel válogatta ki a megfelelő színeket és fazonokat, véleményt mondott arról, hogy melyik darab emelheti ki Bálint magabiztosságát és profi megjelenését.En: Eszter skillfully picked out the right colors and styles, giving her opinion on which piece could highlight Bálint's confidence and professional appearance.Hu: Ekkor Bálint talált rá arra az öltönyre, ami éppen megfelelő volt – elegáns sötétkék, finom kidolgozású, pont, amire szüksége volt.En: It was then that Bálint found the suit that was just right—elegant dark blue with fine detailing, exactly what he needed.Hu: Másnap reggel Bálint belépett az irodába, a bőrfotelek és üvegfelületek között sétálva, érezte az előadás előtti feszültséget.En: The next morning, Bálint walked into the office, feeling the tension before the presentation as he strolled between the leather chairs and glass surfaces.Hu: A teremben már mindenki helyet foglalt, köztük Péter is, akinek arca érzelmekkel volt maszkolva.En: Everyone in the room had already taken a seat, including Péter, whose face was masked with emotions.Hu: Az előadás alatt Bálint, az új öltöny biztos nyugalma alatt előadta terveit, miközben az együttérző tekinteteket észlelte, ahogy a kollégák érdeklődve hallgatták.En: During the presentation, Bálint, secure in his new suit, presented his plans while noticing the empathetic glances as colleagues listened with interest.Hu: Péter még mindig csendes és kifejezéstelen maradt.En: Péter remained quiet and expressionless.Hu: Az előadás utáni kérdésszakaszban Bálint már magabiztosabban kezelte a kérdéseket, amire hirtelen Bálint egy hálás mosollyal nézett vissza Eszterre.En: During the question session after the presentation, Bálint handled the questions with more confidence, suddenly looking back at Eszter with a grateful smile.Hu: A prezentáció végén Péter odafordult Bálinthoz, egy apró, szinte elkapott mosollyal.En: At the end of the presentation, Péter turned to Bálint, with a tiny, almost caught smile.Hu: - Látom, Bálint, hogy sokat fejlődtél.En: "I see, Bálint, that you've grown a lot.Hu: Az öltöny és a bemutatód is remek volt – mondta, majd továbbsétált.En: Both your suit and your presentation were excellent," he said, then walked away.Hu: Bálint szívében megkönnyebbüléssel és örömmel nézett Eszterre, megköszönve neki a támogatást és segítséget.En: Bálint looked at Eszter with relief and joy in his heart, thanking her for her support and help.Hu: Most már nem csak egy kollégaként, hanem egy megbecsült barátként tekintett rá.En: He now regarded her not only as a colleague but also as a valued friend.Hu: És így, Bálint nemcsak a promóció lehetőségével lett gazdagabb, hanem az a felismeréssel, hogy a segítség elfogadása és a kollégák támogatása az egyik legnagyobb erény egy vállalati vezető számára.En: And so, Bálint gained not only the opportunity for a promotion but also the realization that accepting help and the support of colleagues is one of the greatest virtues for a corporate leader.Hu: A nap végén, mikor a nap nyugovóra tért, Bálint a város fényei alatt újra megérezte a kék öltöny biztos nyugalmát, amely elindította őt a maga útján a siker felé.En: At the end of the day, as the sun set, Bálint once again felt the secure calm of the blue suit under the city lights, setting him on his path towards success. Vocabulary Words:executive: ügyvezetőpivotal: sorsdöntőcasual: lazaimpression: benyomásamidst: közepettecolleague: kolléganőstylishly: hozzáértésseldetailing: kidolgozásúempathetic: együttérzőexpressionless: kifejezéstelenpromotion: előléptetéssecure: biztoskeen: figyelmesembrace: elfogadásavirtues: erénycorporate: vállalatileather chairs: bőrfotelekmask: maszkgrateful: hálásrealization: felismerésleather: bőrstroll: sétálglance: tekintettension: feszültségnavigate: íven haladsecure calm: biztos nyugalomjacquard: zakóevaluate: értékelcommendable: megfelelősupport: támogatás
“Who we are in the bedroom is who shows up the next day in the boardroom.” Your business performance can't outpace your personal alignment. Who you are behind closed doors determines who shows up in the boardroom. When your personal life is out of sync, it ripples into your leadership, your team, and your bottom line. If you want to succeed in business, you need to “yell cut,” rewrite your internal script, and direct your life like a well-crafted film—on your own terms. From overcoming childhood programming to breaking through citizenship challenges, the insights here show what's possible when you stop being the actor in someone else's story. You'll hear how self-talk, communication habits, and life vision shape both your confidence and your capacity as a leader Steve Gallegos is a U.S. Marine veteran, former police officer, entertainment lawyer, and transformational guide. He's the author of Unshackled and the forthcoming Unleashed, offering practical wisdom for those ready to break free and direct their own lives with purpose. Learn more & connect: https://www.steviegsuccess.com/ Books: Unshackled: This one is for women ready to yell cut and write and direct their own life. Unleashed: For the man who wants to yell cut and write and direct his own life (Coming Soon) Raymond Aaron has shared his vision and wisdom on radio and television programs for over 40 years. He is the author of over 100 books, including Branding Small Business For Dummies, Double Your Income Doing What You Love, Canadian best-seller Chicken Soup for the Canadian Soul, and he co-authored the New York Times best-seller Chicken Soup for the Parent's Soul. Raymond's latest, co-authored book is The AI Millionaire's Path: Discover How ChatGPT‐Written Books Become Bestsellers and How They Can Make You a Millionaire Author!. www.Aaron.com
Fluent Fiction - Spanish: Crayons and Creativity: Luciana's Bold Boardroom Breakthrough Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2025-05-29-22-34-02-es Story Transcript:Es: En un edificio moderno en el corazón de la ciudad, con grandes ventanales que reflejan las hojas naranjas del otoño, Luciana se sentía atrapada en la rutina.En: In a modern building in the heart of the city, with large windows reflecting the orange leaves of autumn, Luciana felt trapped in the routine.Es: Era una mañana fresca cuando decidió algo diferente.En: It was a brisk morning when she decided to do something different.Es: Tenía la tarea de organizar una presentación importante para la junta directiva.En: She had the task of organizing an important presentation for the board of directors.Es: Como jefa de proyectos, Luciana siempre buscaba la perfección, pero esta vez había un problema.En: As a project manager, Luciana always sought perfection, but this time there was a problem.Es: Luciana decidió ir a la tienda de suministros de oficina.En: Luciana decided to go to the office supply store.Es: Miriam, su amiga y colega, la acompañaba.En: Miriam, her friend and colleague, accompanied her.Es: Carlos, que siempre olvidaba cosas, había prometido reservar los materiales, pero al llegar, todo estaba agotado.En: Carlos, who always forgot things, had promised to reserve the materials, but upon arrival, everything was sold out.Es: La tienda estaba desordenada.En: The store was disorganized.Es: Empleados corrían de un lado a otro, tratando de abastecer los estantes.En: Employees were running back and forth, trying to stock the shelves.Es: Luciana suspiró.En: Luciana sighed.Es: "Carlos, ¿cómo pudiste olvidar esto?", se preguntó en voz alta.En: "Carlos, how could you forget this?" she asked aloud.Es: Miriam intentaba calmarla.En: Miriam tried to calm her.Es: "No te preocupes, Luciana. Podemos improvisar", sugirió viendo las herramientas simples que había.En: "Don't worry, Luciana. We can improvise," she suggested, looking at the simple tools available.Es: Luciana miró los crayones y el papel sencillo.En: Luciana looked at the crayons and plain paper.Es: Una idea empezó a formarse en su mente.En: An idea began to form in her mind.Es: ¿Por qué no romper con lo usual y tratar algo nuevo?En: Why not break from the usual and try something new?Es: En la sala de conferencias, las expectativas eran altas.En: In the conference room, the expectations were high.Es: Luciana había decidido confiar en su creatividad.En: Luciana had decided to trust in her creativity.Es: Con crayones en mano, empezó su presentación.En: With crayons in hand, she started her presentation.Es: Dibujó en el papel grande, mostrando su idea de manera visual y sencilla.En: She drew on the large paper, showing her idea in a visual and simple manner.Es: Usó colores vivos para capturar la atención de la junta.En: She used bright colors to capture the board's attention.Es: Carlos miraba desde el fondo con ansias, esperando que todo saliera bien.En: Carlos watched anxiously from the back, hoping everything would turn out well.Es: Miriam le dio un codazo amigable.En: Miriam gave him a friendly nudge.Es: "Mira cómo lo hace", le susurró.En: "Watch how she does it," she whispered.Es: Luciana, con seguridad renovada, terminó la presentación.En: Luciana, with renewed confidence, finished the presentation.Es: El silencio reinó por un segundo antes de que los aplausos llenaran la sala.En: Silence reigned for a second before applause filled the room.Es: Los directivos estaban impresionados.En: The directors were impressed.Es: "Es único y refrescante", comentó uno de ellos.En: "It's unique and refreshing," commented one of them.Es: "Nunca había visto algo así."En: "I've never seen anything like it."Es: Esa tarde, mientras Luciana miraba las hojas otoñales moverse por el viento, se dio cuenta de algo.En: That afternoon, while Luciana watched the autumn leaves move in the wind, she realized something.Es: No necesitaba que todo fuera perfecto para tener éxito.En: She didn't need everything to be perfect to be successful.Es: Había descubierto que la adaptabilidad y la creatividad también eran poderosas.En: She had discovered that adaptability and creativity were also powerful.Es: Carlos se acercó tímidamente.En: Carlos approached timidly.Es: "Lo siento por el lío, Lu", dijo.En: "I'm sorry for the mess, Lu," he said.Es: Luciana sonrió.En: Luciana smiled.Es: "No te preocupes, Carlos. Hoy aprendí mucho más de lo que imaginaba."En: "Don't worry, Carlos. Today I learned much more than I had imagined."Es: Y así, en medio de hojas naranjas y la brisa de otoño, Luciana comprendió que podía confiar en sí misma para manejar cualquier desafío.En: And so, amidst orange leaves and the autumn breeze, Luciana realized she could trust herself to handle any challenge. Vocabulary Words:heart: el corazónwindows: los ventanalesleaves: las hojasroutine: la rutinaboard of directors: la junta directivaperfection: la perfecciónproblem: el problemasupply store: la tienda de suministroscolleague: el/la colegamaterials: los materialessold out: agotadoemployees: los empleadosshelves: los estantesimprovise: improvisartools: las herramientascrayons: los crayonesplain paper: el papel sencilloconference room: la sala de conferenciasexpectations: las expectativascreativity: la creatividadcolors: los coloresattention: la atenciónsilence: el silencioapplause: los aplausosdirectors: los directivosafternoon: la tardebreeze: la brisaadaptability: la adaptabilidadchallenge: el desafíomess: el lío
Send us a textWhat can a Star Wars show teach us about organizing, resistance, and healing? In this episode of the Amplify RJ Podcast, I sit down with strategist, therapist, and writer Gabes Torres to talk about Andor—yes, that Star Wars show—and what it reveals about real-life revolution.We dive into how Andor de-romanticizes rebellion and reflects the complex realities of movement work: the banality of evil, conflict in organizing, disposability culture, and the painful but necessary tension between rest and resistance. Gabes shares insights from their piece on the show, their organizing and healing work in the Global South, and the ways marine mammals and myth can inform our strategy.Whether or not you've seen the show, this conversation is about so much more than the galaxy far, far away—it's about our world and how we build toward collective liberation with nuance, integrity, and care.0:00 – Intro: What is Andor + Character Breakdown 5:20 – Meet Gabes Torres: Healer, Strategist, Rebel 9:42 – How Andor De-Romanticizes Revolution 14:20 – Disney, Propaganda & Revolutionary Storytelling 19:35 – The Banality of Evil in a Boardroom 25:00 – Real-World Parallels: Propaganda, Gaza, Gorman & Genocide 26:45 – Parenting, Powerlessness & Purpose 29:21 – Consciousness Building as Resistance 32:20 – Gabes on Luthen, Clea & Strategy in Movement 36:42 – Bix, Trauma & Knowing When to Step Back 40:28 – Organizing Through Burnout & Wavering Commitment 44:30 – Humananizing vs. Ruthless Sacrifice47:40 – Disposability Culture in Movements 49:10 – Disagreeing Is Not a Failure of Solidarity 52:00 – Addressing Conflict & Building in Organizing 56:20 – Is there Shared Vision for Our Resistance? 1:00:23 – Activist Ecosystems, Movement Mentorship from Marine Mammals 1:07:30 – Upside Down Triangle: Rethinking Power 1:08:50 – Support Gabes & Psychosocial Care for Organizers Connect with Gabes:https://gabestorres.com/https://www.instagram.com/gabestorres/Read her article: https://gabestorres.substack.com/p/andorSupport mental health care for organizers in the Global South https://gabestorres.com/support/Rep Amplify RJ Merch Connect with us on:Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Threads, YouTube, and TikTok!SUPPORT by sharing this podcast and leaving a rating or review
Welcome back to To the Point Cybersecurity, where hosts Rachael Lyon and Jonathan Knepher take you inside the ever-evolving world of cyber threats, digital defense, and the impact of technology on our daily lives. In this episode, they sit down with Ricoh Danielson—national security expert, digital forensics pro, and US Army combat veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan—to unpack the intersections of cyber warfare, digital forensics, and the shifting global threat landscape. Get an inside look at how Ricoh's experiences on the battlefield shaped his career in cybersecurity, and how the strategies used in combat translate directly to the frontlines of cyber defense in both government and the private sector. From ransomware negotiations to the emerging risks of volunteer cyber armies and nation-state actors, Ricoh brings real-world stories and sharp insights on how prepared we really are—personally, organizationally, and nationally—for the next wave of hybrid warfare. Plus, hear candid discussions on the shortcomings of current policy, the growing role of artificial intelligence in both attack and defense, and what practical steps individuals and businesses can take to harden their cyber resilience. It's an eye-opening conversation that puts the realities of global conflict, digital forensics, and security leadership into a uniquely personal perspective. Whether you're a cybersecurity professional, business leader, or just trying to keep your data safe, this episode peels back the curtain on what's really at stake in today's interconnected world. For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://www.forcepoint.com/govpodcast/e334
Welcome to a transformative conversation about the heart of nonprofit effectiveness: the boardroom. In this episode, we delve into the critical topic of creating synergy among board members, exploring the strategies, challenges, and best practices that can elevate your organization's impact. Our expert guest, Jermaine Thomas, a seasoned nonprofit consultant, shares his wealth of experience in building cohesive and high-performing boards. He'll illuminate how to foster a shared vision, navigate common dysfunctions, and cultivate a boardroom culture that fuels strategic decision-making and drives mission fulfillment. Whether you're a founder, executive director, or board member, this episode offers actionable insights and practical advice to unlock the full potential of your leadership team. Discover how to: Establish a strong foundation built on shared purpose and values Promote effective communication and collaboration among board members Integrate strategic thinking into regular board meetings Address conflict constructively and maintain a positive dynamic Leverage diversity and inclusion to enhance decision-making Prepare to be inspired, challenged, and equipped with the tools to create a boardroom that truly embodies synergy, propelling your nonprofit to new heights of impact and success.
Send us a textLife in community associations can feel like a pressure cooker—board members navigating tough calls, homeowners facing surprise assessments, and industry professionals managing nonstop demands. The common thread? Stress. In this week's Take It To The Board podcast, host Donna DiMaggio Berger welcomes Dr. Tai Johnson, a specialist in acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine, for a fascinating conversation on how holistic practices—and understanding your body's meridians—can help ease the pressure for everyone.Donna and Dr. Johnson expertly break down the concept of "chi" – the vital energy that flows through our bodies – and explain how blockages created by stressors can be relieved through strategic needle placement. Dr. Johnson reveals how acupuncture shifts us from the sympathetic "fight-or-flight" state (where most of us constantly operate) to the parasympathetic "rest-and-digest" mode where healing can occur. This transition proves particularly valuable for those navigating the complex interpersonal dynamics of community governance.Beyond the needles, the conversation offers practical self-care techniques anyone can implement immediately. Learn about tongue diagnosis (what Dr. Johnson calls a "Chinese MRI"), the significance of ear massage, and how different body pains might reflect specific emotional patterns – lower back pain often signaling feelings of being unsupported-perfect for understanding board-related stress. Dr. Johnson also shares insights from her nonprofit work providing community acupuncture for veterans with PTSD, demonstrating the accessibility of this healing modality.While the tensions of community association living aren't disappearing anytime soon, this episode provides valuable tools to approach them with greater balance and resilience. Whether you're curious about Eastern medicine or desperately seeking stress relief, you'll walk away with practical techniques to incorporate into your busy life. Ready to rethink your approach to wellness? Your meridians might thank you. Conversation Highlights:Common misconceptions about acupunctureThe effect of acupuncture on the nervous systemSpecific acupuncture points effective for reducing stress and anxietyBenefits of acupuncture for sleep quality and mental clarity in leadership rolesAlternative traditional Chinese medicine techniques for stress relief (e.g., cupping, herbal remedies, acupressure)The role of meditation and breathwork in complementing acupuncture for stress managementQuick and actionable stress-relief techniques for those without time for regular sessionsSimple self-applied acupressure points for use during stressful moments like HOA meetings or negotiationsTips on choosing the right acupuncture practitioner for stress relief Related Links:Podcast: Radical Self-Care Can Change the World with Shelly Tygielski, Founder of Pandemic LovePodcast: The Mental Health Challenge with Chris Ayoub, President, RealManage
Welcome to Notable Leaders Radio! I'm Belinda Pruyne, in this milestone 100th episode, I'm celebrating the incredible guests who've shared their wisdom, courage, and vulnerable stories over the years. In today's episode, we discuss: Discover the real journeys behind "overnight success" stories—Because you'll see that even the most accomplished leaders face setbacks and internal challenges, giving you permission to honor your own slow burn to success rather than compare yourself to unrealistic narratives. Those “overnight successes” actually take 15 years of hard work and pushing through whatever is in your way. Learn about finding and using your unique voice, especially in male-dominated industries (Ivy Slater's, Vice Admiral Sandra Stosz's, Michelle Russo's, Amy Conway-Hatcher's, Dr Mary O'Connor's, stories)—If you're struggling to stand out or be heard, their insights will help you leverage your strengths in any challenging environment. 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Understand how personal experiences outside of business (from dance to the board room, riding instructor to corporate executive…) can shape leadership strengths—Meaning you can tap into your own life story and skills for professional advantage, not just traditional credentials. 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If you're feeling like you're ready for that corporate board seat but keep getting overlooked, then you are not alone! It's frustrating to see others land those opportunities while you're left wondering what's holding you back. Maybe you've been networking, applying for positions, or even serving on non-gov committees, but still not seeing the results you want. It's time to break free from the cycle of missed opportunities and finally get the recognition and opportunities you deserve. Let's unravel the mystery and unlock those boardroom doors together! Dr. Keith D. Dorsey is a seasoned board member, researcher, and speaker specializing in guiding executives toward corporate board service. His book, The Boardroom Journey, offers actionable strategies for leaders seeking their first or next corporate board seat. Keith's insights have been featured in leading publications, including Harvard Business Review, MIT Sloan Management Review, Directors & Boards, Forbes, and Fast Company, where he writes extensively on leadership, governance, and board effectiveness. Keith is a member of the Private Directors Association and National Association of Corporate Directors Certified Director and was recognized as an honoree of the 2023 NACD Directorship 100TM, an annual recognition of 100 leading corporate directors and corporate governance experts who impact boardroom practices and performance. He serves as a board member at Vimly Benefit Solutions, a private technology and third-party administration company; Continu, a private learning management system SaaS company; Pepperdine University's Graziadio Business School, Pacific Crest Trail Association; and the Chair of the City of La Quinta's Financial Advisory Commission. Former Board Member, Orion Talent is a talent acquisition firm. Keith holds a Doctorate in Organizational Change and Leadership from the University of Southern California. The key moments in this episode are:00:00:02 - Introduction to A World of Difference Podcast 00:00:49 - Importance of Cognitive Diversity in Boardrooms 00:01:23 - The Boardroom Journey for Women 00:02:28 - Overcoming Barriers to Board Service 00:03:51 - Landing a Board Position 00:16:19 - The Power of Networking and Visibility 00:18:44 - Unconscious Bias and Gender Disparities 00:23:18 - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 00:26:11 - Systemic Challenges and Building Stronger Pipelines 00:31:54 - Breaking Gender Narratives in Boardrooms 00:32:27 - Assessing Board Member Competencies 00:35:07 - Strategic Interviewing for Board Positions 00:36:21 - The Importance of Strategic Thinking in Board Interviews 00:38:04 - Embracing Multiple Perspectives in Board Appointments Share this episode with five people in your network who could benefit from the insights and strategies shared in this conversation. Start a conversation with them about leadership and making a difference together. Purchase Dr. Keith D. Dorsey's book The Boardroom Journey to gain valuable insights and strategies for securing a corporate board seat or expanding board opportunities for women. The book provides practical advice and actionable steps for aspiring board members. Connect with us: https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.com Linkedin YouTube Substack FaceBook Instagram Threads Patreon (for exclusive episodes just for Difference Makers) Bluesky TikTok Subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who might need to hear it. Your support helps the community grow and keeps these important conversations going. If you need professional help, such as therapy: https://www.betterhelp.com/difference If you are looking for your next opportunity, sign up for Lori's Masterclass on Master the Career Pivot: https://www.loriadamsbrown.com/careerpivot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices