Podcast appearances and mentions of brian burkhart

Welcome back to Accelerate Your Business Growth! In today's episode, we have a renowned guest, Brian Burkhart, joining our host, Diane Helbig, to discuss the art of effective communication and the power of being centered in our interactions. Brian shares his experiences from his time at Disney World and how attention to detail and delivering an effortless experience can captivate audiences. We delve into the importance of core beliefs, the ancient Greek principles of ethos, logos, and pathos, and the significance of being present and centered in our interactions. As a 10-year-old, speaking in front of his school, Brian experienced the impact of communications for the first time. Since founding SquarePlanet in 2011, he's consulted and cajoled the most recognizable brands and people on the planet. Brian has helped Fortune 100 CEOs spur rooms of people to action and has helped sales leaders rethink everything and witnessed them land billions. Brian is a keynote speaker, an author, producer and Chief Word Guy! If you are a small business owner or salesperson who struggles with getting the sales results you are looking for, get your copy of Succeed Without Selling today. Learn the importance of Always Be Curious. Accelerate Your Business Growth is proud to be included on the list of the 45 Best Business Growth Podcasts. Each episode of this podcast provides insights and education around topics that are important to you as a business owner or leader. The content comes from people who are experts in their fields and who are interested in helping you be more successful. Whether it's sales challenges, leadership issues, hiring and talent struggles, marketing, seo, branding, time management, customer service, communication, podcasting, social media, cashflow, or publishing, the best and the brightest join the host, Diane Helbig, for a casual conversation. Discover programs, webinars, services, books, and other podcasts you can tap into for fresh ideas. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode and visit Helbig Enterprises to explore the many ways Diane can help you improve your business outcomes and results. The Power of Effortless Communication: "The idea it should look effortless that when communication looks effortless, people notice." — Brian Burkhart 00:01:22 The Importance of Being Centered: "If you're not really there, if you're not centered and present, you're in deep, deep, doodoo, and it starts way before that actual interaction really kicks in." — Brian Burkhart 00:07:03 Signing Your Work: "When you start taking responsibility and you sign your work like an artist does, you ascribe responsibility to yourself." — Brian Burkhart 00:11:10 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if you were given the secret sauce to effective communication and leadership? That's exactly what Brian Burkhardt, the effortless communication pro, is here to offer. As Brian dissects Elon Musk's missed opportunity in acquiring Solar City, Brian analyzes Musk's performance and reveals how lack of preparation can lead to a domino effect of consequences. This lively discussion is not just about critiquing Musk's actions, but about understanding the pivotal role of effective communication and leadership in any endeavor - be it a multi-billion dollar project or running a small scale business.This conversation with Brian isn't all business though. He also takes us on an interesting detour, talking about his journey from the bustling city of Chicago to the vibrant desert life of Phoenix, Arizona. Sharing personal anecdotes and unique insights.. While on this path, he also delves into the nuances of effective sales and leadership communication, inspired by his early career experiences and the teachings of his mentor. Brian passionately talks about the power of clarity, conviction, and connection in powerful communication.As Brian and Mike navigate through the realms of communication and leadership, they also touch upon the future of AI and human connection. In an era where AI is inching ever closer to replicating human likeness, Brian argues that technology can never replace the unique stories we create and own as humans. He stresses on the importance of maintaining human connection, being aware of micro aggressions, and the need to maximize our greatness within. So, if you're looking for insights on effortless communication, effective leadership, or just an engaging conversation about life, leadership and everything in between, you won't want to miss this episode!Key highlights:Effortless Communication and Maximizing LeadershipAnalyzing Elon Musk's Performance and ConsequencesEffective Sales and Leadership CommunicationKeys to Effective PresentationConnecting With Your AudienceEffective Presentations and Hiring ChoicesAI and Human Connection's FutureConnect with Brian Burkhart:LinkedIn: Brian C BurkhartTo Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube Coaching Get Mike's book: Owner Shift Please LIKE

What if you were given the secret sauce to effective communication and leadership? That's exactly what Brian Burkhardt, the effortless communication pro, is here to offer. As Brian dissects Elon Musk's missed opportunity in acquiring Solar City, Brian analyzes Musk's performance and reveals how lack of preparation can lead to a domino effect of consequences. This lively discussion is not just about critiquing Musk's actions, but about understanding the pivotal role of effective communication and leadership in any endeavor - be it a multi-billion dollar project or running a small scale business.This conversation with Brian isn't all business though. He also takes us on an interesting detour, talking about his journey from the bustling city of Chicago to the vibrant desert life of Phoenix, Arizona. Sharing personal anecdotes and unique insights.. While on this path, he also delves into the nuances of effective sales and leadership communication, inspired by his early career experiences and the teachings of his mentor. Brian passionately talks about the power of clarity, conviction, and connection in powerful communication.As Brian and Mike navigate through the realms of communication and leadership, they also touch upon the future of AI and human connection. In an era where AI is inching ever closer to replicating human likeness, Brian argues that technology can never replace the unique stories we create and own as humans. He stresses on the importance of maintaining human connection, being aware of micro aggressions, and the need to maximize our greatness within. So, if you're looking for insights on effortless communication, effective leadership, or just an engaging conversation about life, leadership and everything in between, you won't want to miss this episode!Key highlights:Effortless Communication and Maximizing LeadershipAnalyzing Elon Musk's Performance and ConsequencesEffective Sales and Leadership CommunicationKeys to Effective PresentationConnecting With Your AudienceEffective Presentations and Hiring ChoicesAI and Human Connection's FutureConnect with Brian Burkhart:LinkedIn: Brian C BurkhartTo Connect with Mike: Website LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube Coaching Get Mike's book: Owner Shift Please LIKE

On today's episode of High Growth Founders, Kasey chats with Brian Burkhart, founder of SquarePlanet and host of the Square Stories Podcast. Brian's mission is to help companies bring more beauty to their work.He will talk about his experience after being fired from SquarePlanet despite working there for 17 years and the lessons he learned.He will also discuss his unique perspective on beauty.You will learn about the Mingei Movement during the Industrial Revolution in Japan.He will discuss steps on how to infuse beauty into your product or customer experience.You'll learn why Brian believes his book, Stand for Something: The Power of Building a Brand People Authentically Love, is wrong.Brian will reveal his #1 resource for founders.Join Kasey and Brian as they dive into a fascinating conversation about beauty in everything you do, fear, and the duality of function and beauty.Enjoy!What You Will Learn in this Show:Brian's company, SquarePlanet, and what it does. How Brian started to figure out what he actually wanted to do.How to infuse beauty into your product or customer experience.The spotlight effect.And so much more...Resources:Kasey Jones LinkedInNewsletter (high growth founders.substack.com)Stand for Something: Brian BurkhartSquarePlanet ( squareplanet.com)Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike Hardcover – Phil Knight

In this episode of THPO Talk, meet Dr. Brian Burkhart and learn about the OU Native Nations Center and their contribution to Indian Country as a whole. THPO breaks down some fundamentals in conversation in an effort to TEACH new learners about THPO world. Host Sheila Bird (United Keetoowah Band), Womens Council members Raelynn Butler and Deanna Byrd continue a discussion of early understanding of THPO World.

Fear, failure, Ironman and ice baths...this candid conversation with Novus Global coach David Gerber and Square Planet's Brian Burkhart runs the gamut. David breaks down for us why self-worth is at the root of growth and fulfillment. He gets vulnerable as he shares about his fear of powerlessness, past struggles with anger and how he learned to let things go, mind over matter, comfort zones, mastering curiosity, and the rush he feels when he goes after a goal--even if he "fails," the attempt itself is success. This Bonus Episode is an excerpt of a longer conversation that originally aired on The Square Stories Podcast with Brian Burkhart in 2020.Novus Global is a tribe of elite executive coaches who work with Fortune 500 Companies, Professional Athletes, World Renowned Artists and Business Leaders to create lives, teams and companies that go beyond high-performance.Book a free consultation with a Novus Global coach here: http://novus.global/now/ This podcast is produced by Rainbow Creative with Matthew Jones as Senior Producer and Jeremy Davidson as Editor and Audio engineer. Find out more about how to create a podcast for you or your business at rainbowcreative.co

Brian Burkhart is here to Elevate People. He does that by making waves in communications as a sales presentation guru, a keynote presenter, best-selling author, podcast host, and person who really digs orange Lego cufflinks. In this episode we chat about:-The power of a developed emotional intelligence-The importance of early financial literacy-How to live your life with less regret-What it means to live with a "green light"More about Brian Burkhart at:Website: https://www.squareplanet.com/LinkedIn: Brian BurkhartMore about the host, Livi Redden, at:Would love it if you left a podcast review: click hereInstagram: @livireddenYoutube: Livi Redden

We discuss Brian's journey of becoming an entrepreneur as he shares lessons learned from successfully launching and scaling multiple businesses. Brian talks through some major challenges, like the moment he fired his father, on his growth journey. Brian drops some great lessons, thoughts, and nuggets of wisdom in this highly actionable episode that will leave you wanting more. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briansaysbebold/Podcast: https://www.squareplanet.com/square-stories/Website: https://www.squareplanet.comConnect with Rob: https://beacons.page/RobNapoli or on LinkedIn, www.linkedin.com/in/robnapWe have teamed up with Phin, a social impact marketing firm, to give back for each episode. To learn more, visit: https://app.phinforgood.com.

DTRH Episode 31 Why "The Three 'C's of Business Communication" are so Critical  Ft. Brian Burkhart  "The Three 'C's of Business Communication" are crucial to an internal or external communication structure in all businesses, no matter the industry or the vertical. Communication and understanding, or the lack thereof, is either beneficial or detrimental. The key is to elevate people and have a well-defined purpose.   "Justification subverts your own growth."  - Brian Burkhart    Key Takeaways:  The Three 'C's of Business Communication: clarity, conviction, and connection. When communication is broken, it's often one of the three 'C's, and one 'C' failing usually leads to the other three backfiring.    The best presenters all have something in common: Presenters like Steve Jobs are obsessive about what? About their audience. Sure they may not be the most tolerable people in an intimate situation, but speaking to the audience FOR the audience creates the best possible outcome.    Do not allow unawareness to control your success: Unawareness is a scourge upon a person or a business's effectiveness to communicate. One must look in to be able to see out with clarity. How well are you communicating with the people around you?  Your business must have a well-defined purpose: The purpose your business stands for should not be process or product-oriented. It should be almost a meta-purpose. The reason you exist. It goes much deeper than the superficial. It is not "what you do," it's "why you do it."     Episode Summary  In today's episode of Down The Rabbit Hole, your host, Rob Turley, Co-Founder & Co-CEO at White Rabbit Intel, delves deep into the mind of Brian Burkhart who is a master of communications and public speaking.  Brian and Rob talk about how mindset, business communication, and "The Three 'C's of Business Communication" are all connected to one another and drive a business (or a person) to the highest level of success and personal/organizational development. It's not what you know, it's who you know, AND how well you can communicate with them. Looking in to see out is so important. Understanding and accepting the problem is the first step to recovery.     About Brian  At the heart of almost every professional sales process is the actual sales presentation, or pitch, itself. Long or short, highly technical or simply skimming the surface, sales presentations are unique, critical opportunities to create trust, connection, and understanding. Do this well, and suddenly hitting quota becomes easy. Struggle along and soon you'll be wondering if sales are the right occupation for you! Here's the good news, sales presentations are a learnable skill.  The best ones are rooted in brain science that works no matter the industry, nor audience. And best yet, once you know the secrets to success, you may even find these pitch opportunities to be downright fun.  Brian is the Founder and Chief Word Guy at SquarePlanet Presentations, a Phoenix, AZ firm dedicated to “Elevating People” by helping individuals, teams and enterprise clients improve their pitch game. He's been at this for decades. Literally.     Join #SAFFG (Sales a Force for Good)    Feel free to connect with Brian Burkhart or Rob Turley on LinkedIn or follow Rob @RobTurley2,  or Brian @BrianSaysBeBold on Twitter!  #DTRHpodcast #FollowTheWhiteRabbit #SalesEnablement #PersonalDevelopment #BusinessCommunications #PresentationSkills #Purpose #MIssion #Vision #Mindset #PublicSpeaking

This is the second episode with Dr, Brian Burkhart, we discuss the recovery of children in boarding schools and churches. The historic trauma from what Indigenous People recover from and his time on Ancient Aliens. Dr. Brian Burkhart's Book Links: Indigenizing Philosophy through the Land: A Trickster Methodology for Decolonizing Environmental Ethics and Indigenous Futures Google Play: https://shorturl.at/akKRZ Amazon Books: shorturl.at/agvRT Bio: Dr. Brian Burkhart is a citizen of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma and a professor of philosophy at the University of Oklahoma. He was previously a professor and director of American Indian Studies at California State University, Northridge (2010-2018). Dr. Burkhart's research is in Native American philosophy, Indigenous environmental justice, and decolonization. His recent book is Indigenizing Philosophy through the Land: A Trickster Methodology for Decolonizing Environmental Ethics and Indigenous Futures. Dr. Burkhart is working on a current grant proposal to encourage more Native Students to pursue higher education, particularly studying philosophy. Brian Burkhart has extended family in the Navajo Nation, where he was born and raised. He sings Southern-style powwow and enjoys powwowing in his free time. ---------------- OITClothing Established in 2016 by Yendi and Johnny Nieto The O.I.T. mission is to build awareness and showcase Indigenous Culture with the utmost respect to communities. To educate and learn from one another, whether it's from Tribe-to-Tribe or Tribal-to-Non Tribal. #OITClothing #OITFamily #indigenous #indigenousbrand #indigenousfashion Make sure to check out our website to order these and Follow Us

Our guest this week is Brian Burkhart, Founder and Chief Word Guy at SquarePlanet which focuses on presentations, strategy, and messaging. He joins John this week to talk about core values, growth mindset, and elevating others. Brian explains how one sets the tone as the leader yet emphasizes staying flexible throughout your entire career. You don't want to miss this conversation as it solidifies the connection between elevating others to be the most well-rounded version of themselves in life and in sales.

Brian Burkhart author of Stand for Something: The Power of Building a Brand People Authentically Love, Founder and Chief Word Guy at Square Planet Joins The SaasHoles Jamie Carney, Jason Ferrara, and Pete Jansons to chat about presentations Notes: Newbies: 1 Don't be selfish 2 Don't Limit yourself (you too Pete) What do you want the audience to Know, Feel and Do (Ethos, Logos, Pathos) Brian is a SaasHole Ideas for a topic or guest? Pete@SaasHoles.net

At the heart of nearly every professional sales process is the pitch. When done right, it's one of the single most effective tools in a salesperson's arsenal. When done wrong, it's like watching the lion hunt the gazelle, because in the end, you just feel bad for the gazelle. But what if there were a way to know the secrets of the presentation? To really be able to nail the pitch every time, with the confidence of a seasoned professional? On this episode of The Sales Engagement Podcast, we talk with Brian Burkhart. Brian is the Founder & Chief Word Guy at SquarePlanet Presentations. What we talked about: What makes a great presentation The mistakes that people often make when giving bad ones Why sometimes you should just walk away from a prospect. The importance of knowing your core values and how those inform your presentations For more engaging sales conversations, subscribe to The Sales Engagement Podcast on Apple Podcasts, on Spotify, or on our website.

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt DeCoursey and Brian Burkhart, Founder and Chief Word Guy of Square Planet talk about how to tell your startup story.  Find Startup Hustle Everywhere: https://linktr.ee/startuphustle This episode is sponsored by Full Scale: https://www.fullscale.io Learn more about Square Planet: www.squareplanet.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to this episode to hear some secrets of giving a great presentation to your audience. Brian Burkhart’s company, SquarePlanet Presentations & Strategy, helps companies and individuals create and deliver memorable awesome presentations. Brian is a smart, entertaining guy with lots of good stuff to share. Where to find Brian: On the Web: https://www.squareplanet.com/ Twitter and Instagram: @squareplanet LinkedIn

707- Brian is the captain at the helm of the SquarePlanet pirate ship. With a passion and special knack for communicating and public speaking since a very young age (as pictured), Brian is the driving force behind all things Square. With decades of experience across a wide range of creative industries, Brian’s ability to inspire and collaborate make him an invaluable leader. And when it comes to presentations, he doesn’t just talk the talk. Brian is a highly regarded speaker, regularly presenting to audiences all around the world about innovation and the power of communication. As a proud adjunct lecturer at Northwestern University’s Farley Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Brian works with both undergrad and graduate students just beginning their journeys into the world of small business entrepreneurship. He’s coached leaders of Fortune 500 companies, TED speakers, Shark Tank contestants and countless business owners to help them communicate and ultimately lead how they’ve always imagined. Long story short, he’s kind of a big deal. He’s also a proud native Chicagoan and Chicago Bears fanatic, which can make for sensitive Monday mornings during NFL season. Brian and his wife recently relocated to Phoenix, AZ where he can now hate Chicago winters from a safe and warm distance. ________ Need help with your business? Marketing, Podcast Mentorship or Content Creation? Stop by and check us out. Go to www.BusinessBros.biz to be a guest on the show or to find out more on how we can help you! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/businessbrospod/support

Brian Burkhart.  Brian believes in Elevating People and he does that by making waves. He’s the founder and Chief Word Guy at SquarePlanet Presentations & Strategy, a corporate communications company that was recently named to Inc. Magazine’s Fastest-Growing Companies list. Brian is also the author of the Amazon best-selling book, “Stand for Something: the Power of Building a Brand People Authentically Love.” He is also the host of the SquareStories podcast, a bi-monthly exposé of the most fascinating people in business today. In addition to his extensive corporate client base, Brian reserves time for academic work. He enjoyed six years as an adjunct lecturer at Northwestern University’s prestigious Farley Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Today, he is a coach to Arizona State University teams competing for investment capital from Schmidt Ventures, offered by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt and a member of the Forbes Business Council. A former Disney cast member as well as the host of The Hot Hamburger, a corporate game show produced by McDonald’s famous training entity ‘Hamburger University, Brian has traveled to 48 countries and counting studied the human condition, and believes deeply in the power of love over hate. In our discussion, Brian talked to me about: Why it's important to be clear about what you stand for - your core beliefs How to discover your core beliefs and use them in your marketing, hiring and job-seeking How your core beliefs help you connect deeply with your dream clients Listen to the podcast to learn more. Show Notes and Blog The Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is with Dr. Brian Burkhart talking about Tribal Sovereignty, Tribal Boarding Schools, Native Education, and his recent Book. Join us with laughs, smiles, heartaches, recognition of tribal laws, and events in history. Instagram:@brianbirdheart Dr. Brian Burkhart's Book Links: Indigenizing Philosophy through the Land: A Trickster Methodology for Decolonizing Environmental Ethics and Indigenous Futures Download on Google Play: https://shorturl.at/akKRZ​ Dr. Burkhart Book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Indigenizing-P...​ Bio: Dr. Brian Burkhart is a citizen of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma and a professor of philosophy at the University of Oklahoma. He was previously a professor and director of American Indian Studies at California State University, Northridge (2010-2018). Dr. Burkhart's research is in Native American philosophy, Indigenous environmental justice, and decolonization. His recent book is Indigenizing Philosophy through the Land: A Trickster Methodology for Decolonizing Environmental Ethics and Indigenous Futures. Dr. Burkhart is working on a current grant proposal to encourage more Native Students to pursue higher education, particularly studying philosophy. Brian Burkhart has extended family in the Navajo Nation, where he was born and raised. He sings Southern-style powwow and enjoys powwowing in his free time. ---------------- OITClothing Established in 2016 by Yendi and Johnny Nieto The O.I.T. mission is to build awareness and showcase Indigenous Culture with the utmost respect to communities. To educate and learn from one another, whether it's from Tribe-to-Tribe or Tribal-to-Non Tribal. Thanks for watching! :) Recorded Date: 01/12/2021 Make sure to check out our website to order these and Follow Us

Brian Burkhart, founder and chief word guy of Square Planet Presentations + Strategy and best-selling author of Stand for Something: The Power of Building a Brand People Authentically Love, shares how to tell the story of what you and your brand stand for. Become a Master Storyteller Explore Park's free and premium story building tools including his new book, Brand Bewitchery: How to Wield the Story Cycle System™ to Craft Spellbinding Stories for Your Brand: http://bit.ly/StorytellingTools Like what you hear? Park offers online or in-person workshops, consulting and keynotes. Visit businessofstory.com to get in touch.

Brian Burkhart is the founder and CEO of SquarePlanet Presentations & Strategy, a Phoenix, Arizona-based business communications firm that landed a spot on the 2018 Inc. 5000 list. Website: https://www.squareplanet.com

With a passion and special knack for communicating and public speaking since a very young age, Brian is the driving force behind all things Square. With decades of experience across a wide range of creative industries, Brian's ability to inspire and collaborate make him an invaluable leader. And when it comes to presentations, he doesn't just talk the talk. Brian is a highly regarded speaker, regularly presenting to audiences all around the world about innovation and the power of communication.   Brian Burkhart, founder of Square Planet, talks about his various business ventures, the differences between live and virtual presentations, the importance of finding your core beliefs, and much more!

Brian Burkhart is founder of SquarePlanet, which was named an Inc. 5000 company in 2018. A sought after keynote speaker, he works with some of the world's leading brands, including Google, Red Bull, Amazon, Northern Trust, McDonalds,and more. In addition to his extensive experience, Brian is an adjunct lecturer at Northwestern University's prestigious Farley Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Brian's first book, Stand for Something: The Power of Building A Brand People Authentically Love, is an Amazon #1 bestseller in several business categories. Check out this week's episode to hear about Brian's journey building Square Planet, and why he always chooses love over hate through practicing gratitude.

Brian Burkhart- Best selling author of Stand for Something, Founder and Chief Word Guy of Square Planet Productions tells his story, and what he is doing to #betterthepond. My wish is to have more people like Brian on the planet, round or square, I'm good with it. Listen in to hear what he has to say. I hope that you leave inspired, and create your own ripples.

Sales presentations are the culmination of weeks, months, or even years of work. Getting them right is critical. Brian Burkhart, CEO of Square Planet, has a method of sales presentations that's a little unusual but uber effective. In this episode, you'll learn his 8-step process to winning sales presentations. Connect with Brian:SquarePlanetBrian's book, Stand for SomethingConnect with Brian on LinkedInWant the full transcript? Visit the show notes page on our website:https://servedontsell.com/brian-burkhart---Get a daily sales insight sent straight to your inbox:Subscribe to the daily sales insights newsletterDon't miss a single episode:Subscribe on SpotitySubscribe on Apple Podcasts Like what you heard?Help us get the word out by leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.

Created and produced by Imaginary Comma.  A Trick of the Light was written and directed by Ian Epperson.  Narrated by Shelby Scott and Brooke Jennett Editing and Sound Design by Lizz Walker Music by Caleb Ritchie Assistance from Bridgett Howard, Brian Burkhart, and Natassja Woodrum Shelby Scott is the creator and host of Scare You to Sleep (https://open.spotify.com/show/2sNFsS8B0qvIg1jK0Vo7Ns?si=fmRFRDbSQ7uMIkzvX-XnXg) Thanks to Reverie True Crime Podcast (https://open.spotify.com/show/51QFq3pVWbogVf53cipHML?si=W9Cvx9TXQoKxK2AmSKe68A) for the mention this month Please consider donating and becoming involved with the organizations below. Campaign Zero (https://www.joincampaignzero.org/) Louisville Community Bail Fund (https://actionnetwork.org/fundraising/louisville-community-bail-fund/) Minnesota Freedom Fund (https://minnesotafreedomfund.org/) Color of Change (https://colorofchange.org/) Black Visions Collective (https://www.blackvisionsmn.org/) Justice for Breonna Taylor GoFundMe (https://www.gofundme.com/f/9v4q2-justice-for-breonna-taylor?utm_source=customer&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link-tip) Find us on social media at Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/216581869759376/?ref=bookmarks) and  Twitter (https://twitter.com/PodThirteen)   Email us with questions, comments or story submissions at imaginarycomma@gmail.com

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In this lively episode, Dawn Shuler interviews Brian Burkhart, founder of SquarePlanet.  As the Chief Word Guy, Brian’s purpose is to elevate his clients’ core message so people remember… and take action. Why you want to listen: As a wave-maker, Brian wants to create an impact by challenging the status quo His take on authenticity and using it as a tool Who you should work with Two simple, yet powerfully effective, hacks you can use as a presenter About Brian Burkhart Brian is the founder of SquarePlanet that helps people and businesses with give a) better presentations b) communicate their message more effectively. The company is doing over $3m in annual revenue and been on Inc’s Magazine’s “Fast Growing” firms in the US several times. Brian and his team have coached CEO / President / Sr. VP of Coca-Cola, Google, Northern Trust, Red Bull, Transamerica, Citibank, Redbox, Stryker, Jim Beam, United Airlines, etc., as well as 10 firms that have appeared in TV’s Shark Tank.

In this episode of the ROI Online Podcast, Steve talks with Brian Burkhart about the world of entrepreneurship, unleashing your gift into the world (even when it isn't easy), and how important communication is when running a business. Brian Burkhart helps people become true business communicators. After a wide assortment of jobs, including video production and driving the submarines at Walt Disney World, he discovered he had a passion for helping entrepreneurs discover their "why."He started his business, SquarePlanet, to help influencers and thought leaders share their stories with the world in an engaging and inspirational manner. Along the way, he experienced some ups and downs himself. He learned how to take each mistake as an opportunity for growth and how to push through your failures. Today, he has worked with some of the biggest companies on the planet, including Amazon, Google, and United Airlines. Brian loves to live simply and enjoys spending his time with his wife watching the sunset over the mountains in Phoenix, Arizona. He believes all entrepreneurs can get far if they take a moment to reflect on the little things they have to be grateful for every day.Brian Burkhart is the founder of SquarePlanet:https://www.squareplanet.com/https://www.facebook.com/squareplanetpresentations/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpHZ8UPA221odXLGeK14l7gYou can get a copy of Brian's book, Stand for Something: The Power of Building a Brand People Authentically Love, here:https://www.amazon.com/Stand-Something-Building-People-Authentically/dp/1544502583Thinking of starting your own podcast? Buzzsprout has the platform and the resources to start your podcast right. Following this link, https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=867559 lets Buzzsprout know we sent you, gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support our show.Support the show (https://cash.app/$stevemfbrown)

Brian Burkhart created his business Square Planet in order to help business professionals communicate more effectively and to maximise the opportunity a presentation offers. Brian has a book called 'Stand for Something' and he also hosts the Square Stories Podcast.In this podcast Brian shares some top tips that will be useful to everyone who is a presenter, whether you are someone who is about to embark on their first ever presentation or you are a seasoned presenter looking to continually improve the way you present.Here is the link to Brian's website: Square PlanetAnd to his book on Amazon: Stand for Something

When you visit familiar places after dark things that you wouldn't expect during the day begin to feel possible. A high school crush, an empty dark hallway, a figure in the distance. Created and produced by Imaginary Comma.  Dark and Familiar is written by Ian Epperson.  Narrated by Brooke Jennett, Jace Kuecken and with special guest Shelby Scott You can find Shelby at Scare You to Sleep (https://open.spotify.com/show/2sNFsS8B0qvIg1jK0Vo7Ns) Editing and Sound Design by Lizz Walker and Brian Burkhart Music by Caleb Ritchie and Melody Forte Assistance from Brian Burkhart, Bridgett Howard and Natassja Woodrum Find us at Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/thirteenpod) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/podthirteen)

Produced and Released by Imaginary Comma.  The House in the Highlands is written and narrated by Ian Epperson, Brooke Jennett, Lizz Walker, Brian Burkhart, Bridgett Howard.  Featuring Natalie Clement. Sound Design and Editing by Lizz Walker Music by Caleb Ritchie Find us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thirteenpod Find us on twitter @Podthirteen

Produced and Released by Imaginary Comma.  The House in the Highlands is written and narrated by Ian Epperson, Brooke Jennett, Lizz Walker, Brian Burkhart, Bridgett Howard.  Featuring Natalie Clement. Sound Design and Editing by Lizz Walker Music by Caleb Ritchie Find us on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thirteenpod Find us on twitter @Podthirteen

Connection, conviction, and Geiger counters. We never pick favourites, but some interviews are so flooded with good advice it is hard to not get excited. This is one of those interviews. Ryan sits down with Brian Burkhart, a speaker, organizer, and coach. His unique perspective enables him to share insight into the industry from all sides. Brian has coached leaders of Fortune 500 companies, TED speakers, Shark Tank contestants, and countless business professionals, helping them communicate and lead. There is specific advice for speakers at all levels, from how to be a speaker who keeps getting invited back to some hard-hitting truths for emerging speakers. Listen to this podcast to find out: 1. How determining and communicating your core beliefs can transform your ability to find the right clients and engage audiences. 2. How circular thinking while presenting can make you a better presenter. 3. Why the first 75 seconds of your presentation are crucial, and how to nail your intro by connecting with your audience. 4. Why conviction and connection are the two most essential elements for pro speakers to focus on. 5. How thinking of yourself as a Geiger counter can make you easier to work with and ensure you get hired again.

Lauren Bailey has always been comfortable in uncomfortable situations. Where others would wither away or tremble in fear, Lauren thrives. From picking and paying for college to building restaurant concepts, her creative problem solving has led to massive success. She’s a powerhouse; equipped with boundless energy, a deep wanderlust to experience the world and brains equal to her brass fortitude, Lauren makes things happen.  Armed with a strong belief that this is the best time to be a woman in business, Lauren is an artist, an entrepreneur, a visionary, a risk-taker and a generous leader within her community.   She explains why it’s okay to ask for help in life and business and implores all of us to get super comfortable with engaging a mental health professional on the regular.  In this episode of SquareStories, Brian Burkhart and Lauren Bailey engage in a fast-paced, albeit a touch meandering, discussion chock-full of lessons for life, love, and business. And likely for the first and last time on SquareStories, be sure to listen to the phrase “a tinge of the ginge”.

Brian Burkhart believes in “Making Waves.” For the record, these are not of the aquatic variety. He’s the founder and Chief Word Guy at SquarePlanet Presentations & Strategy, a Phoenix, Arizona-based business communications firm that landed a spot on the 2018 Inc. 5000 list. He’s also the co-founder and co-owner of AlterEgoAV and Mutt Jackson, both based in Chicago, Illinois. Brian is an adjunct lecturer at Northwestern University’s Farley Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, as well as an instructor at the Junto Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership in Chicago and Los Angeles. He’s a highly sought-after speaker, presenting regularly to audiences around the globe about beliefs and the power of communication. You can catch him as the host of the “Square Stories” podcast, a bi-monthly exposé of the most fascinating people in business today.

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Brian Burkhart believes in ‘Making Waves.' Of course, living in Phoenix, AZ means those waves aren't of the aquatic variety. He operates multiple businesses as either a founder, CEO, or partner, and takes an active role in building those brands. One of those companies – SquarePlanet – was named an Inc. 5000 company in 2018.  A sought after keynote speaker, Brian works with some of the world's leading brands, including Google, Red Bull, McDonalds, Jim Beam, Zico Coconut Water, Stryker, United Airlines and Citibank. He's prepped ten firms that have appeared on TV's Shark Tank and worked with dozens of TED presenters, CEO's, authors, renowned personalities and entrepreneurs around the globe. In addition to his extensive experience, Brian is an adjunct lecturer at Northwestern University's prestigious Farley Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Brian's first book, Stand for Something: The Power of Building A Brand People Authentically Love, is a bestseller, and is full of insightful case studies that provide powerful lessons about major brands doing it right, and some that get it all wrong.  Brian lives in Phoenix with his amazing wife, and is a die-hard fan of the beloved Chicago Bears.   Connect with Brian Burkhart: Website: www.standforyourbeliefs.com Website: www.squareplanet.com Instagram: @squareplanet Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/squareplanetpresentations/   Nice Sponsors: Get your free E-Book 5 Ways to Make Money Podcasting at www.Turnkeypodcast.com/gift Check out the “Entrepreneur's Toolkit” Giveaway   Reach The Nice Guys Here: Doug- @DJDoug Strickland- @NiceGuyonBiz   Nice Links: Subscribe to the Podcast Niceguysonbusiness.com TurnkeyPodcast.com – You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. Podcast Production, Concept to Launch   Book Doug and/or Strick as a speaker at your upcoming event. Amazon #1 Best selling book Nice Guys Finish First. Doug's Business Building Bootcamp (10 Module Course)   Nice Survey: Take our short survey so The Nice Guys know what you like.     Partner Links: Amazon.com: Click before buying anything. Help support the podcast. Acuity Scheduling: Stop wasting time going back and forth scheduling appointments   Promise Statement: To provide an experience that is entertaining and adds value to your life.   Never underestimate the Power of Nice.

Brian Burkhart believes in ‘Making Waves.' Of course, living in Phoenix, AZ means those waves aren't of the aquatic variety. He operates multiple businesses as either a founder, CEO, or partner, and takes an active role in building those brands. One of those companies – SquarePlanet – was named an Inc. 5000 company in 2018.  A sought after keynote speaker, Brian works with some of the world's leading brands, including Google, Red Bull, McDonalds, Jim Beam, Zico Coconut Water, Stryker, United Airlines and Citibank. He's prepped ten firms that have appeared on TV's Shark Tank and worked with dozens of TED presenters, CEO's, authors, renowned personalities and entrepreneurs around the globe. In addition to his extensive experience, Brian is an adjunct lecturer at Northwestern University's prestigious Farley Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Brian's first book, Stand for Something: The Power of Building A Brand People Authentically Love, is a bestseller, and is full of insightful case studies that provide powerful lessons about major brands doing it right, and some that get it all wrong.  Brian lives in Phoenix with his amazing wife, and is a die-hard fan of the beloved Chicago Bears.   Connect with Brian Burkhart: Website: www.standforyourbeliefs.com Website: www.squareplanet.com Instagram: @squareplanet Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/squareplanetpresentations/   Nice Sponsors: Get your free E-Book 5 Ways to Make Money Podcasting at www.Turnkeypodcast.com/gift Check out the “Entrepreneur's Toolkit” Giveaway   Reach The Nice Guys Here: Doug- @DJDoug Strickland- @NiceGuyonBiz   Nice Links: Subscribe to the Podcast Niceguysonbusiness.com TurnkeyPodcast.com – You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. Podcast Production, Concept to Launch   Book Doug and/or Strick as a speaker at your upcoming event. Amazon #1 Best selling book Nice Guys Finish First. Doug's Business Building Bootcamp (10 Module Course)   Nice Survey: Take our short survey so The Nice Guys know what you like.     Partner Links: Amazon.com: Click before buying anything. Help support the podcast. Acuity Scheduling: Stop wasting time going back and forth scheduling appointments   Promise Statement: To provide an experience that is entertaining and adds value to your life.   Never underestimate the Power of Nice.

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Brian Burkhart

Storytelling with Squareplanet's Chief Word GuyFor years, Brian Burkhart has been on staff at Northwestern University's highly prestigious Farley Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. He's coached 10 teams for TV's “Shark Tank,” and most of them got deals.Brian's a podcaster, an entrepreneur and so much more. I invited Brian Burkhart to join me for this Educational Storytellers episode because if his education background – at the university as well as his speaking.Brian is the “chief word guy” at Squareplanet, an agency that helps its clients tell better stories in presentations, events and more. Brian's the founder and a hell of a storyteller (scroll down for his introduction email!).“I've logged hundreds of thousands of miles on planes. A grand total of zero times I've poked my head in the cockpit and told the pilots how to fly. Just because I fly a lot doesn't mean I know how to fly. But for some reason in the world of corporate storytelling, people think they know better and they don't.” - Brian Burkhart on letting the professionals do their job.Connect with Brian:SquareplanetBrian's websiteBrian's book Stand for SomethingPodcast - Square StoriesTwitterLinkedIn

Luis Avila is a man who believes deeply in the power of collaboration to create platforms, spaces and opportunities for empowerment — he’s got a passion for working with people to get big things done. And he’s got quite the résumé. After migrating from Mexico almost two decades ago, Luis stayed in the United States to attend college, where he developed projects with people involved in the arts, politics and social justice. This makes perfect sense as he’s an author, a traveler, an entrepreneur, an actor…and even the Spanish voice of the infamous McRib sandwich. He’s the Founding President of Iconico, a consulting firm that helps build advocacy capacity in communities. He’s a Google NextGen fellow, a member of countless advocacy boards and has worked diligently on a number of campaigns, both national and regional, right here in Arizona. Tune is as host Brian Burkhart chats with Luis about “modest success,” perseverance and the willingness to try new things, and fighting for those who need it the most.

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Todd Unger is the Chief Experience Officer and Senior Vice President of Physician Engagement at the American Medical Association. He’s known as a transformational leader for the digital age, with the classic profile of a “productive disruptor” — and man, he has the résumé to back it up. Before his time at AMA, Todd was the CMO and Chief Digital Officer at Daily Racing Form, a 125-year-old news outlet centered around horse racing. He’s also served as the VP of Marketing at YooStar Entertainment Group; the GM of Digital and Executive Vice President at Major League Gaming; the Senior Vice President of Digital for the Time4 Media Division at Time, Inc.; the GM of Online and Senior Vice President of Brand Extensions at Lifetime Television; the VP and GM of Local and the Director of Product Management at AOL — yes, AOL as in “you’ve got mail”; the VP Account Supervisor at the Leo Burnett Company; and finally, an Assistant Brand Manager and Brand Assistant at Procter and Gamble. Oh, and have you ever heard of Yelp? Well Todd created the “AOL Local Expert” reviewing platform during his time at AOL, which was a precursor to Yelp before Yelp ever existed. He has an MBA from Harvard Business School, he’s led new business initiatives for Scope Mouthwash and Metamucil, he’s overseen commercial productions for some of the nation’s biggest brands like Sony, and he’s worked with blue-chip advertisers like Old Spice, HBO and Dr. Pepper. But don’t think all of his accomplishments throughout his illustrious career have gone to his head — Todd firmly believes that it’s always, always about the customer. Join us as our host Brian Burkhart learns about the Unger family’s “performance gene,” P&G/HBR’s incredible impact on Todd’s life and why powerful storytelling is so important in the Digital Age.

Reid Lappin is the founder and CEO of Vokal, one of Chicago’s leading digital design and innovation firms. Thanks to Reid, his company's client roster will certainly get your attention — Vokal has worked with Whole Foods, Bosch, Groupon and the San Francisco 49ers, to name a few. So yes, Reid is a technological prodigy, a genius by any measure — but interestingly enough, he wasn’t always on the front lines of technology and innovation. Before founding his first tech company, Reid was an organic farmer. So come along for the ride as our host Brian Burkhart chats with Reid about organic farming, using technology to better people’s lives and why knowledge and security must be at the forefront of technological advances in the future.

A respected senior executive in the world of food retailing, Michael Sansolo is now a consultant, speaker and author. In his first book, “The Big Picture: Essential Business Lessons from the Movies,” Michael takes all kinds of cool leadership, marketing and workplace dynamic lessons learned from awesome movies like “The Godfather,” for example. His second book, “Business Rules! 52 ways to achieve business success,” came out in 2014. Michael writes a weekly column on current business trends for themorningnewsbeat.com, a daily blog with more than 30,000 readers. He’s also a speaker and moderator at conferences and company meetings around the world. Oh, and he’s the research director at the Coca-Cola Retailing Research Council. So tune in as our host Brian Burkhart and Michael discuss best practices for live speaking, why experiences are so important in food retail and the lessons we can learn from McDonald’s.

Joe Tortorich is perhaps the most passionate person you’ll ever meet — and his passion for everything he does is undeniably contagious. As the Vice President of Operations and Sales at Torch Trailer Repair — his family’s business — Joe jumps into every day on the job headfirst. And while he’s proud of his work and his family’s success in the business world, his actual family members mean most to him. So come along for the ride as our host Brian Burkhart gets the inside scoop about empathy and compassion, raising four children with his beloved parenting co-CEO, the value of working hard and building a family legacy.

In the last episode we talked about being obstinate in business. Now, join Brian Burkhart and Kathy Kolbe as they discuss the not-so business side of life. Is a flourishing personal life an indicator of a successful business life, or are the two truly separate?    Show Notes: 00:00 Part 1 Recap 01:00 Intro 03:00 You are the business  05:50 How do you sustain your obstinacy? 08:00 Balancing life and business 11:45 Love is the foundation  14:23 End 

Brian Burkhart, noted keynote speaker, Shark Tank coach, TED presentation advisor and communications guru talks with Kathy Kolbe about his obstinance, challenges and what makes him tick. Show Notes 00:00 Intro  01:45 Who are you? 02:45 Pain in the ass! 03:30 Hogwash 06:20 Go work at McDonald's  07:25 You suck...and here's why 08:30 Eccentric act 10:50 Arrogant SOB 14:00 Poor Meghan 15:30 Send her something 17:25 Felt misunderstood  19:00 Not in my face 20:20 I don't need to win  23:00 Don't back down  25:00 Painfully aware  27:45 Brian's Kolbe M.O. 29:00 The moral imperative  34:00 Stand firm? 35:45 Take the nickel  37:40 End 

Kathy Kolbe is a fascinating individual in a class all by herself. She’s an iconoclast who’s always been ahead of her time as a female leader. In fact, she was even recognized in Time magazine’s 1985 "Man of the Year" issue for her groundbreaking accomplishments. Kathy is the founder of Kolbe Corp and is arguably best known for creating the Kolbe A™ Index, which is widely considered "the only valid and reliable assessment tool for measuring an individual’s method of operation within the conative faculty of the brain." But she’s so much more than just that — she’s also a theorist, bestselling author, entrepreneur, educator, organizational strategist, consultant, speaker and the founder of Dynamynd Inc., her latest business venture. Come along as our host Brian Burkhart gets the scoop on Kathy’s very own Kolbe Index score, the "family business" and why the current generation of America’s youth sparks so much hope.

Alan McLaren is an incredible leader. He self-describes as “always happy, but never content.” He’s really a man on the move — for more than 30 years, this accomplished executive has been an integral part of everything from Fortune 50 public firms to small startups to volunteer positions on international boards. He currently serves as the CEO of InfinityComm, a marketing/communications company, and he’s the co-founder of SaluberMD, a digital telehealth platform. Come along for the ride as our host Brian Burkhart gets the inside scoop on the Young Presidents’ Organization, the impact sports have on our lives and not being afraid to work with only the right clients.

Our guest on Episode No. 5 is a man whose background is almost as diverse as his view of the world. A former Captain of the United States Air Force, Chris Moreland is a guy with corporate experience that includes selling fossil fuels, soft drinks, financial services, travel, software and now healthcare. He currently holds the position of Chief Inclusion and Diversity Advocate at Vizient, one of the nation’s premier healthcare companies. He’s a man on an absolute mission to change people’s lives by giving them a broader perspective about other human beings, and he won’t let anything stop him from doing just that. Tune in as our host Brian Burkhart gets the full scoop about the childhood struggles Chris endured as a young African-American, the importance of finding your life’s purpose early on and his mission to change the way human beings see one another. 

Our guest on Episode No. 4 is Catherine Jelinek, founder and partner of The Junto Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership. Junto is a leadership and revenue accelerator for growth-stage companies with 10-100 employees and/or $1 to $10 million in annual revenues. Catherine believes deeply that it’s nonnegotiable to lead with humanity in business, she embraces the power of periods, aligns with Mother Nature and preaches that everyone should be alive at every moment. Join our host Brian Burkhart as he gets the dish on what makes Catherine such a gift to the world.

Our guest on episode No. 3 is Dan Klein, co-founder and CEO of Tiesta Tea. He and his fellow co-founder started the company with the mission of creating functional, loose-leaf tea blends that are affordable, accessible and understandable. Tiesta Tea has been recognized by the biggest news outlets including Inc., Forbes, ABC and FOX, and is available in tons of places like Target, Costco, Safeway and on Amazon. Perhaps the most impressive part is that Dan is just getting started — he’s only 30 years old. Join our host Brian Burkhart as he chats with Dan about tea, total transparency, teaming up with Chicago’s beloved Chance The Rapper and helping those who need it most.

Our guest on episode No. 2 is Kelly Manthey, CEO of Solstice. Solstice is one of Chicago’s largest and fastest-growing software-services companies. She leads a world-class team of digital strategists, designers and engineers in Chicago, New York, London and Buenos Aires. Kelly, along with Solstice as a whole, is hellbent on changing the world through reimagining the digital customer experience and launching new digital products from many of the world’s largest brands. Join us as our host Brian Burkhart chats with Kelly about the Digital Age, building a culture of help and support, and why it’s so important for leaders to learn how to be empathetic.

Our guest on the inaugural episode of Square Stories is Mike Maddock, founder of internationally-recognized innovation consultancy Maddock Douglas. Mike believes in lifelong curiosity, shared responsibility and leaning into creative solutions. His services have been sought out by more than 25 percent of the Fortune 100. Mike’s purpose in life is to inspire and empower curiosity. He’s driven by his passion for making people believe they can change the world, and gives them the connections, tools, frameworks and wisdom to help them do just that. Come along as our host Brian Burkhart puts Mike through the four-sided, stories-based interview sequence that is Square Stories.

What is wisdom? We discuss articles by Brian Burkhart, Gregory Cajete, and Anne Waters, plus Black Elk Speaks by John Neihardt (1932) and some traditional stories. With guest Jim Marunich; we read his master's thesis, "Process Metaphysics in the Far West: American Indian Ontologies."

Brian Burkhart is the Founder and President at SquarePlanet. Brian’s other official title is Chief Word Guy - you might be wondering what that means. Well, Brian is a master at storytelling. In this episode, Brian shares his wisdom and expertise on the most important elements to include in every message you share, whether it’s a sales presentation, keynote speech, a company vision or a fundraising pitch. Brian also shares his passion for why he believes it’s so important in today’s business world to stand out from the crowd, make waves and plant a flag for what you believe in. If you enjoy listening to people with a sharp wit, a healthy dose of sarcasm, an off-the-charts sense of humor and wicked brilliance, you will fall in love with this episode with Brian Burkhart. Listen to this podcast interview and more episodes from the Built On Purpose Podcast at http://yscouts.com/podcast.

Find out how to subscribe on your device now! While you're at it, support the show. We took some time off from the interviews this episode to banter about a few things that got under our skin the past couple of weeks. We discussed an article that lists cheese, eggs, and dairy yogurt as healthy fats, “lab grown”/cultured meat, people spreading bad science online, and more. Things get a bit silly from the start, you’ve been warned. CONTEST WINNER There were quite a few entries into the contest for the signed copy of Proteinaholic by Dr. Garth Davis. We’d like to thank everyone who threw their hat into the ring but there can only be one winner: Brian Burkhart! We’ll be in touch soon to get your info! Don’t worry if you didn’t win, this won’t be the last contest from us. "There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies and statistics."- Mark Twain WATCH OUT FOR LIES The “what grinds our gears” episode started out look at the study posted by a fellow Facebook user. The study, Mortality in vegetarians and comparable nonvegetarians in the United Kingdom, was the focus of a post that started as “Got meat? Or do you avoid it because you think being a vegetarian will increase your life span? A large study found no difference in all cause mortality between them. Rut ro!...” We found this alarming as the study didn’t really say what this person was claiming, the region and sample size was low regarding the claim, and even the conclusion was ignored by the poster. Given that the person hails themselves as a health professional, many would follow his lead without taking time to understand the lack in value of the study and/or his interpretation of the abstract. Once you managed to separate our face from our palms the next article, 10 High-Fat Foods That Are Actually Super Healthy, wasn’t quite as bad since it atleast had some nuggets of truth. What struck us was claiming cheese, eggs, fish, and dairy as “super healthy”. Given what we know about the links in heart disease, cancer, etc. these food are far from “super healthy”. We covered a few alternatives to the healthy claims the article made. However, we point out it’s important to be aware of who writes an article as well as how it’s written. For example, “Cheese, like other high-fat dairy products, also contains powerful fatty acids that have been linked to all sorts of benefits, including reduced risk of type 2 diabetes.” is read as one statement that is really a collection of partial truths. However, if you remove the first part you end up with the full truth, “powerful fatty acids that have been linked to all sorts of benefits, including reduced risk of type 2 diabetes.” Now, we know none of you eat fast food… right? Ok, good. As we dove into a level of absurdity, you may have heard about Chick-fil-a stating, in regards to a healthy diet:   “...Eat smaller meals (like our 8-count pack of grilled nuggets) every three to four hours” Not to mention this would cost a person $700 a month, it would also give you (per serving): 3g of fat (1g saturated) 70mg of cholesterol 0g of fiber 23g of protein (listen to our interview with Dr. Davis to hear about protein) 530mg of sodium They claim health benefits because of the low calories. However, as we’ve said before, on a whole foods plant based diet calories aren’t an issue. Sounds like a better and healthier plan that 8 chicken nuggets every 3 to 4 hours. Digging out of a grease filled bag we talked about a recent hot topic, being cultured or “lab grown” meat. If a few of the social media groups this has come up as either a “would you” or “is this vegan”. Given that the product is still meat we know the negative baggage that comes along with animal products. One argument is this would be less damaging to the environment since it wouldn’t require livestock. This topic did spark some debate between Hope and David about if the effort is well spent. Hope feels like is a valuable stepping stone to reduce/end a large portion of animal cruelty and possible turning more to a plant based diet. However, David feels the time and money spent could go toward a vegetable replacement and ending the cruelty altogether. We’d like to know your thoughts on this one. You can contact us or post to our Facebook or Twitter. We covered a lot in this episode. Give it a listen, subscribe, and feel free to contact us with your questions or comments. SPONSORS Gluten Free Cutie offers a wide selection of vegan (and gluten free of course) cupcakes, cookies, cakes, and scones. Though they're located in metro Atlanta in beautiful Roswell, Ga they can ship right to your front door. Grab some of tasty treats for your next party or for a sweet snack. 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Episode #311 of Business Insanity shows you the science behind having the right stuff - the grit, the etiquette, the balance, and the belief system to be successful. First, we talk about how small business owners can balance their work & personal lives. Next, we discuss the science behind having GRIT in business. We'll also tell you what to do if an employee asks for a raise and how to ask for one yourself. Finally, we discuss the importance of having a strong belief system for your business.Ally Loprete is known as the work/life balance expert. She founded the widely popular OurMilkMoney.com, the largest online search directory for parents in the world.Paul G. Stoltz, Ph.D. is the founder and CEO of PEAK Learning, Inc. His newest book is GRIT:  The New Science of What it Takes to Persevere • Flourish • Succeed. Jacqueline Whitmore is an international etiquette expert, the founder of The Protocol School of Palm Beach and the author of POISED FOR SUCCESS: Mastering the Four Qualities That Distinguish  Outstanding Professionals. Brian Burkhart is the founder of SquarePlanet, a communication strategy firm. Brian is also a proud adjunct lecturer at Northwestern University and is a sought after TED presentation coach.Sponsored by Sage and Nextiva.