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Emily Muir, Director of Sales & Marketing at Ontogen Medtech, shares how a non-linear path from retail merchandising to dental implants, optical, and a medtech startup became her superpower for building relationships and driving growth. Emily explains what it takes to break into medical device sales, from self-directed learning and curiosity to finding mentors and giving yourself grace through the learning curve. She also discusses what she's building at Ontogen: a Chicago-area CDMO that supports medtech innovators from early design and brainstorming through quality, regulatory, and contract manufacturing, with an emphasis on trust and long-term partnership. Guest links: www.linkedin.com/in/esmuir Charity supported: Save the Children Interested in being a guest on the show or have feedback to share? Email us at theleadingdifference@velentium.com. PRODUCTION CREDITS Host & Editor: Lindsey Dinneen Producer: Velentium Medical EPISODE TRANSCRIPT Episode 078 - Emily Muir [00:00:00] Lindsey Dinneen: Hi, I'm Lindsey and I'm talking with MedTech industry leaders on how they change lives for a better world. [00:00:09] Diane Bouis: The inventions and technologies are fascinating and so are the people who work with them. [00:00:15] Frank Jaskulke: There was a period of time where I realized, fundamentally, my job was to go hang out with really smart people that are saving lives and then do work that would help them save more lives. [00:00:28] Diane Bouis: I got into the business to save lives and it is incredibly motivating to work with people who are in that same business, saving or improving lives. [00:00:38] Duane Mancini: What better industry than where I get to wake up every day and just save people's lives. [00:00:42] Lindsey Dinneen: These are extraordinary people doing extraordinary work, and this is The Leading Difference. Hello, and welcome back to another episode of The Leading Difference podcast. I'm your host, Lindsey, and today I'm delighted to welcome as my guest, Emily Muir. Emily serves as the Director of Sales and marketing at Ontogen Medtech. Her work focuses on enhancing business performance through strategic new business sales and channel partner collaborations. Throughout her career, she has developed expertise in business reviews, retail strategies, and employee training. Her goal is to contribute to organizational success by leveraging her skills in building partnerships, and driving growth across competitive markets. All right, well, welcome to the show. It's so great to have you here today, Emily. Thanks for being here. [00:01:31] Emily Muir: Thank you so much for having me, Lindsey. I'm so excited to be here. [00:01:36] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Yes. Well, absolutely thrilled to have you on and I was just wondering if you'd start off by telling us a little bit about yourself, your background and what led you to medtech. [00:01:48] Emily Muir: Oh yeah, this is gonna be a good one. I would love to. So, full name. My name is Emily Muir. I am the Director of Sales and Marketing at Ontogen Medtech. We're located in the suburbs of Chicago and Ontogen Medtech is a contract development and manufacturing company that helps medtech innovators really bring their visions and their devices to life. My path to this position is not linear, however, not even close, which I've really come to view as my superpower. Really started out in retail merchandising, my degree in retail merchandising, and I started merchandising women's shoes and handbags in probably every department store in the Midwest that you can think of. So I know where all the good deals are, essentially. Yes, which is great to have if you're a girlfriend of mine. But about 10 years into that, I pivoted into medical device sales. I'm starting to cut my teeth on dental implant sales. And then I moved into the optical space and now seeing how really the sauce is made with product development. And really, I fell in love with the industry being able to have an impact on a patient's life, see it in real time, educating their physicians and staff. And really the complexity that comes with that is really what stole my heart. So along the way, I worked at a startup called Avulux. They're a migraine lens company, and that's really where I caught that startup bug like a lot of people do. This really gave me wonderful insight into what makes startup companies successful, really from a commercial standpoint. And then in late 2025, I left and joined Ontogen MedTech, and now I'm here building our entire sales and marketing function from the ground up, which is a daunting challenge and task. And that's kind of what I thrive on. So they really nailed it, in my opinion, the right candidate for the position here. But, you know, outside of work, I really love to foster dogs. I'm very passionate about rescuing dogs. I have two rescues of my own, and there's something about giving a second chance to something that's really been overlooked that really resonates with me. And personally I really love watching the rescue dogs decompress and really melt into incredible companions. Truly, I just think that they need the right partner and the right environment in order to thrive and be successful. [00:04:38] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. I love that. And so I'm curious-- I have so many questions of course, but okay, so we're gonna start with the, well, I guess we'll go back first. So you started with retail merchandising and you worked for a lot of different corporations. What were some of the lessons that you learned for that, and during all those experiences that translated really well into medtech sales and now marketing and whatnot? [00:05:07] Emily Muir: One word, relationships. Those are crucial. Working in the back rooms of department stores, as a retail merchandising rep, you had to figure out who to talk to quickly. Who was the right person, you know, was it a sales rep to promote your product on the floor? How did I get frontline exposure? And do I need to get out there and get dirty to sell my product? Fostering those relationships really helped me understand how to be successful in sales, and that is something through and through no matter what industry you are in, and especially in the medtech product development, you, you have to have strong relationships in order to get your point of view across, in order to effectively communicate your value proposition and to know who to talk to help founders find you. There are so many, there are so many people building in this space and you always hear the noise out there of people saying, "You need to find the right partners. You need to find the right support." And who's gonna help you determine that, who's truly gonna help lead you through all of this? It's finding the people that have the direct access to the founders to help them get into your pipeline so that you can really have that direct experience with them and help them bring their products to life. So if I don't know who those players are and they can't find me, I can't be successful in my role at all. So that's, that is something I always think about coming into this every single day. What can I give to someone else? Who can I talk to? What part of my network can I reach out to so that I can give the right resources, I can give the right message, and we can all grow collectively. [00:07:13] Lindsey Dinneen: I love that. And I think to your point, it is so important to nurture those relationships, as in general, I would say that's just good life advice. But at the same time, yeah, but at the same time, I would say what I appreciate about this industry is that yes, there's so many players in this space and it's huge, but at the same time it feels small. So your relationships really do matter in terms of like how you're coming across, how you're perceived, but just in general building that know, like, and trust factor, which again, is really important for your sales and marketing strategy too. So yeah, I love the fact that's a key thing that you took away. And, you know, sometimes I feel like things in our past that aren't directly related to what we're doing now might feel, I don't know, like, "Oh, I don't, what did I get from that? Or how does this help me?" But to your point, so many skills learned along the way that help you now, yeah. [00:08:09] Emily Muir: Absolutely. I, you know, when I made the decision to go from the retail merchandising world in a hard pivot into medical device sales, I really had to step back and say, "Oh, okay. What are those transferable skills that I can use to, to get me there? You know, what do I already know in terms of a process that I can parlay into this, and how can I create that story so that, you know, that my future boss, the recruiter is going to understand where I've been and where I want to go." So that, that was crucial. The story of that is crucial in order to help someone else understand how to leverage you within their company too. [00:08:59] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, absolutely. So, okay, so let's talk about maybe that transition too between having worked in maybe larger corporations or for larger companies and then going from that to startup life, which is often an adjustment. So I'd just be curious to know how has that been and what lessons have you learned from that journey? [00:09:23] Emily Muir: Oh yeah. That there really is, 'cause I did go from a very large company. I worked for Esler Luxottica for six years as a sales rep for them. One of the, you know, arguably the largest player in the optical world to, to a startup. And what I really took away is that, well, some of the lessons of working in a big company really do work while coming into a startup life. And that is really how do you self-direct yourself and learn because in a big company, you know, sometimes there isn't always someone there to hold your hand and navigate that. And, you know, I did the same thing from not only changing industries, going from retail merchandising into implants, implant sales. And then I went into another industry of the optical world, which is very different. So I had to learn a whole new vernacular. I had to get certified in order to be a speaker there in order to understand what I was talking about. And having the self-direction of, "Okay, I need to get this done. Who do I need to talk to within my own company? What resources do I already have and what do I need to figure out in order to get my job done or create myself?" were lessons I had already experienced within that big company. And maybe many don't think that's something you're gonna learn there, but it actually sets you up really nicely to be in a startup because those are all things you have to navigate on your own and show how you succeeded in that. So kind of with those lessons and having that under my belt already coming and leading within a startup space, I was really able to sit back and say, "Okay, so if I, everything I do, I imagine that I have, you know, multiple staff already, right? That, you know, if I have a new employee, what resources do I need to have in order to help them out?" And that really helps direct my every day. So, having that startup experience I loved it again, you know, got that bug and I just wanted more of it. And I did have my founder, one of my founders say the other day, he was like, "You know, you are just made for that. You're made for taking on this." Like, I go, "Yeah. What else do we need to have done? What do we need to create, you know, what do we, yeah, let's get in there. Let's get dirty." I think it's really about getting in there and getting your hands dirty and just saying, "What else? How do I?" And then being as resourceful as you can to get it done, because there's always somebody who knows something. There's always someone who's kind of done something before. You know, that's really where we can, your startup experience puts all of those pieces together for you. [00:12:22] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, that's great. Oh, I love that. And yeah, so, okay, so that reminded me too of like, you know, your point of, you know, really getting in there, being self-directed, all of that good stuff. When you first joined the medical device industry I'm curious what your experience was. How was that learning curve for you? Because I remember coming into it and like. I would start listening in on conversations and learning and try, you know, absorbing. And there was a lot of that right at the beginning. And I remember sometimes people would say a full sentence that was just acronyms or ISO something and I was like, "I have no idea what you're saying right now." So anyway, it was, it's lots of learning and curiosity helped to bridge that gap. But for you, what was that like? [00:13:10] Emily Muir: I do pride myself on being pretty good at social cues. So, you know, you go, "Yeah, absolutely. Yeah, we can. Yeah!" And you just really take note of every word that's being said and and really look it up later. Or, "Tell me more about that." You know, getting, it's the curiosity aspect of it, but you do have to do your homework. You do have to, you know, you're in your every day and you have to acknowledge that there is additional homework when you get home or have a friend. I always like to say I would have a friend to ask for dumb questions. We all know the saying, like, "There is no such thing as a dumb question." There are I think sometimes, or at least you feel that, you know that the feeling of the dumb question is real. So really having someone either who's in it with you starting out, or who you can really use to, to help you understand, who can guide you if you can have a mentor. Otherwise, somebody who you can just call who's been in there maybe one more day than you have and say, "Hey, can you help me understand what they said here?" You know, I think this is the context. I'm a big believer in doing your own research first, trying to figure it out yourself, and then going to someone and asking for greater context, asking for a layman's term of it. But it's, it is important that you understand that you're gonna be doing extra research on your own, and that's a really important part of getting into a new industry is being able-- whether you're a founder or you know, you're. You know, a leader in something new or I you just have to dive in and understand there's gonna be extra work, but it's gonna be worth it. And honestly, in my opinion, I think you learn faster that way because you can digest it on your own. [00:15:11] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Okay. So I love the idea of having a buddy and I was very, I think, lucky that when I first joined the industry, there were the, I was really surrounded by, I would say, buddies. You know, colleagues who were just super, open and happy to answer anything or explain anything more. And I remember just having this notebook of just like so many notes about all the things, but you're right, you have to be self-directed in that too and recognize that there is a learning curve, but also give yourself grace for that learning curve because, I think, unfair perhaps to-- and I'm very guilty of this. I expect a lot of myself, so, so, you know, I'm like, "Here we go." And, you know, gungho and like wanting to be as accurate as possible, as quickly as possible, which is a good thing. But at the same time, giving yourself grace to know that, yeah, you're probably gonna slip up every once in a while. You're gonna call something the wrong name. Okay. That's okay too. Just being o- okay with that. Yeah. [00:16:09] Emily Muir: Oh yeah, absolutely. It's wonderful and that I had one person in particular that really took me under her wing and helped direct me. She was a former manager at another company and really was like, "Emily, you need to go here, Emily, you need to look this up, Emily. This is how this is." You know? And saying, "Okay yeah. Just tell me where to go. You know who to talk to, you know, and I'll do it." And we've created a really nice working relationship in that way. But not everybody has that. So it is wonderful to give yourself grace and know that there will be a point where it all clicks. And that's what I think about every single day is that, you know, maybe it's six months, maybe it's a year in where all of a sudden, you explain something flawlessly or you get that, you know, customer, you explain everything. You know, like the pro, like it's every, the world aligns, you get that sale. Or you know, and like somebody looks at you like normal again, like, you know, those are the wonderful moments. And they will all happen. So as a leader, I think it's also good to understand that if you bring someone on that's new to really try to set them up for success and that most people don't want, you know, they're so hard on themselves coming into something new and to just make sure you guide them appropriately. You know, let them know, maybe sometimes people cry. It's tough, you know, like it's, and you're laughing and I hope everyone else who's listening is laughing too 'cause there's always that one moment where you're like, "I swear I'm gonna, I hit my breaking point today" when you're trying something new, like the world is not working out, maybe you slipped up and said something, you sent the wrong email to someone. You know, there, there is always something and you know, understand that these things happen. You know, we don't need to beat ourselves up about it and to gently correct. We can correct or, you know, say, "Hey, I, you know, maybe we could say it like this or, you know, I understand how you might have used that in this context, but this is what, you know," just generally redirect. [00:18:35] Lindsey Dinneen: I love that and I, that's beautiful leadership advice in general and something that I think isn't talked about enough. I think there's a lot of talk about, you know, mentorship and sort of, empowering people. There's a lot of great leadership advice out there, of course, but I really like the way that you put it and really like you said, just helping your team be set up for success. And so I'm actually curious. That's a good segue. So now you, as a leader, are building out a sales and marketing department, so to speak, it's at least at some point. So as you're growing and continuing to go down that pathway, that's really exciting. So tell me a little bit about how your process is going in terms of setting not only the yourself up for success, but the department and you have hires coming in for success and like, how are you thinking about all of that? Because that's a lot. That's no small undertaking. [00:19:34] Emily Muir: It is no small undertaking. And honestly I'm really excited for those days to come. I believe me when I get the "A, okay," I've got plans for what I need and in all of it, asap. I really, first of all, I want to embrace my non-linear path. And I, when you're looking to build a team, it's always important to come first with a realization about what you bring to the table, and I think embracing that. I'm very fortunate with my founders and principal that they really trust me and understand that I bring something very different than they do, and that was very strategic for them. I work with so many engineers and know that I can have the best minds available, but we really need to have different personalities, a different set of reps over on this side so that we can really drive and communicate the mission and vision effectively. So, you know, knowing I don't come from a very linear path, I think it's important to not only look for those people also, but also look for personalities sometimes that do. And you know, because I do, I need a complimentary team to what I bring to the table here. So, but also there are foundations of that I'm always looking for in, in people like curiosity, someone who is adaptable, someone who has a passion for solving these problems, who can really understand what the engineers are bringing to the table and communicating that to potential clients and even having passion for those client projects because it's not our vision, but at the end of the day, we're really telling the story of so many founders and saying, "This is how we help them. This is what they're doing. Look at their success." And that's so important. And to be able to connect the dots across so many disciplines for people as well. Like my tactical advice for somebody who wants to approach my team is kind of approach it with that curiosity, but at the same time, or show me that you are gonna be a student of the business. We just shared about how, you know, we, you have to learn so much that you have to do that extra research on top of your every day, do your homework. That's what I'm looking for. I'm looking for someone who's going to dive in no matter where they're from, in order to be the best version of them themselves and support this team. I'm looking for somebody who is really gonna be investing in their brand because I'm doing that as well. I think that's important. I think that's important for my engineers and my founders as well. People buy from people and not logos. Right? You're a great example of that, Lindsey. I need people to show up consistently as well, consistency sells as well, and also authenticity. I'm a big fan of that. I think that's probably coming across very evidently right now. You know, I'm not a fan of the perfect resume but I'm a fan of when you show up authentically, consistently, and show the effort, that's when you win the sale. And when you connect with someone authentically. So in terms of like leadership with that non-linear path, the foundation of that no matter where you are is crucial, is non-negotiable. [00:23:26] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. I love that. That's great. And it's really exciting to get to know you at this particular period of time too, because it's fun to watch, you know, and get to see the growth and expansion of your whole business and company and whatnot. And so speaking of that, can you tell us a little bit more about the company, who it serves, how it helps the medtech world? [00:23:51] Emily Muir: Ontogen? Oh yes. Love to. So we are really soup to nuts everything for your startup medtech team. Truly I have a wonderful team of engineers who can take a napkin design that you have a dream, a vision, and take you through that design development process. We can help you with quality management system, regulatory strategy and execution. We can even help you with contract manufacturing. So truly like, and I think people don't believe that, and it's so much to digest, but when you're really looking for a partner out there who can be a part of your team, an integrated part of your team that has wonderful communication, we are truly those people. And my founders have an incredible passion for what they do, which is why they started this, which is why they keep adding things, capabilities that we can do and give to the world, and especially in the Chicago land area. This is not a hub yet for medtech, yet. We are gonna be growing that. And you know, there are other partners out in our space around here that are growing, that are really diving in, and that's our goal for this year. That's our strategy, not only to get our name out there, but also to really have those wonderful relationships with our ecosystem in the Chicago land area. Well, beginning here and then you know, the world but, that, that's our goal. So, you know, if you wanna have, if you wanna look for someone to help you with design and start us out there, try us out there, you're absolutely open to do that. But we do have this habit of getting people early and then helping them into that growth stage. So that's our goal for you, for the early founder out there is to grow with us so that we can get you there and then they can take over the world. [00:25:57] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. There you go. I love that. I love that. And I think it's so cool that you're able to come alongside companies like that and literally help them from that, you know, sketch all the way to development, like the whole process. That's very cool. Yeah. [00:26:13] Emily Muir: The whole process 'cause so many people out there-- and I understand, you know, it's so hard to. I think really know where to look to and where to go, and so many pitfalls from founders are experienced in those in between times. They come to a company that can do X, Y, Z for them, but they can't do then the A, B, C of it, you know? And some people think they're ready for certain stages and we're able to say, "Hey, you know, we know you might think you're there, but wow, we see this opportunity a few steps back. If you'd start here, then we can actually get you here a little bit quicker without having to look for a new partner. We can help you do all of that." And it does require a little trust on the front end in order to do that. We understand that which is why I always say start out with that design or even start out with a brainstorm. If you have an idea for something and you just need to see, is this feasible? We can just do a quick one hour brainstorm with ya. We're actually gonna be doing that with a company soon for diagnostics, which is really exciting, because that was the pitch. They said, "Well, we're really interested, but I don't know." I said, "Hey, let's go in. Let's work this out. Let's see what ideas we come up with. Let's see if this is feasible with my team first, and then we can go from there. No need to commit to everything right up front." [00:27:48] Lindsey Dinneen: That's awesome. Yeah. Yes. That is a, that's a great approach too. I think it's helpful. Also in the idea of, like you kind of mentioned, is the building trust component of not saying, "Oh, you're locked in with us forever and ever. Amen. But no, we really, we are coming alongside you. We wanna be partners with you. We care. I mean, my, I don't think it's the stretch to say we care just as much, you know, about the success of you and bringing this life-saving device to the world." So yeah, I love that approach. [00:28:20] Emily Muir: Ab, absolutely. And honestly sometimes I'm in there with my R&D managers and they're like, "If they would just let us do this one thing, you know, we really think that this would be great. You know, like how can we get them to really see that like this can be better." Like they care so much, and you know, really I just need more angel investor friends for them so that we can, you know, do all of the things that we, you know, we really wanna do for all of our clients. That's my PSA, I need more angel investor and VC friends, so, so that we can truly make their dreams come true with their devices. [00:28:59] Lindsey Dinneen: I love that. Okay, good call to action there for our listeners here. So, you know, you've had a really amazing career and you've done lots and lots of different things within the medtech industry. Have there been any moments that really stood out to you, is just affirming, "Wow, man, I am in the right place at the right time." [00:29:22] Emily Muir: Oh my goodness. Well, I definitely remember the first time I knew I could do it. You know, there are a few moments along the way that I affirm where you're, I'm on the right path, right? Truly, anytime you get a job, a new job, you're like, "Okay, well, somebody's still gonna hire me. We're still here. This is great. We're still going here." But the first time I really figured out that this was the right place for me was meeting a medical device sales rep. I met a new friend I was in the retail merchandising space, kind of, you know, figuring out what my next step was. Do I keep going here? Do I try to do leadership within the retail space or do I go into something else? And I met this wonderful friend, she's, well, she was an orthopedic sales rep and we were talking about our jobs and I was like, "What we do sounds so similar, but like you help people's lives. You know, like you have a direct impact on the surgeon. Like, you know, you set them up for success so that they can execute their surgery, right?" Like that's so amazing and impactful and really they made a lot more money than I did, frankly speaking which doesn't hurt. But, it was truly that moment when I was going over it with her and then starting to throw ideas about my next step. And she goes, "Oh yeah, you can do that. Oh yeah. What you do, like you just add my terms in there, my vernacular, and put you in front of a surgeon and that's it." And I said, "Okay, you know what? You get help people. I wanna help people. I wanna have an impact. Let's, that's what I'm gonna do." And I just keep finding ways that parts of the industry that keep me excited, and there's no shortage of that here. There's literally something new every day. There's a new product that we're helping bring to market. There's a new part of the industry that is emerging, evolving that you need to learn. That was probably the most impactful moment for me to really know that I was on the right path here. [00:31:42] Lindsey Dinneen: I love it. Yeah. Okay, so. All right. Yes. And I think it's so cool that you have many moments to draw from 'cause it sounds like the inspiration keeps coming, which is always super helpful, 'cause of course you're gonna have good and bad days. So being able to draw on, oh my goodness, this series of, "How exciting is this to be able to play a part." That's great. Well, all right, pivoting the conversation a little bit just for fun. Imagine that you were to be offered a million dollars to teach a masterclass on anything you want, could be in your industry. It doesn't have to be. What would you choose to teach? [00:32:21] Emily Muir: This is gonna be really left field. This is gonna, yeah. Yeah. I this is for-- and Lindsey, I don't know if you enjoy the franchise "The Real Housewives" or... [00:32:32] Lindsey Dinneen: I've never watched an episode. [00:32:33] Emily Muir: Or if any, listen-- oh my goodness. Okay. Let's. I will, there's too much. I'll have a brain dump after this. There will be homework to it. You think the medtech industry is hard? Let's go. It would truly be about "The Real Housewives" and their impact on the reality lands and also the personal branding evolution of the reality stars. It's really a case study in marketing and as a marketer, you, I really would look into that heavily because a lot of those women either create products outta that or, I mean, some of them do go to prison unfortunately as well, but I wouldn't look into those as much. There's a strong pipeline there, but a lot of the businesses that are created from women from this platform is truly astonishing. And there really needs to be a course about it, like an MBA level course about it and the successful women who have come from it. [00:33:39] Lindsey Dinneen: I love it. Oh my goodness. That is out of left field. That is probably the most interesting answer I have ever heard. Not expecting it. Love it. Oh my goodness. [00:33:51] Emily Muir: Thank you. Thank you so much. You can start with Bethany Frankel. She's a great one. I'm sure you've heard of her before, maybe Skinny Girl Margarita. Not a paid plug for her. Yes. That she's a great one. But there aren't many. There are many out there. Yes, start with her. [00:34:07] Lindsey Dinneen: All right. Homework. Excellent. And then how do you wish to be remembered after you leave this world? [00:34:13] Emily Muir: How do I wish to be remembered? I hope to be remembered as a very supportive person to my friends, my family, my support system. When you are part of my, when you're in, and truly, no matter what you need-- if you give a call in the middle of the night, I, you know, will jump outta my bed to go and help, you know, whatever it is that you need. I try to be truly that ride or die for my friends, my family, and I really hope that's what I'm remembered for, because everyone needs a wonderful support system and someone to, you know, stand behind, stand alongside you, hold your hands sometimes and be that cheerleader. So I try to be that. I have people who are so wonderful in my life who are that for me. And, like, if you imagine, you know, heaven forbid it's like, you know, your funeral. But I do imagine that they are there truly like pom poms in their hand, you know, being my cheerleader because I've been a cheerleader to so many people. That is my dream with some sort of like Whitney Houston or Mariah Carey on probably going at the same time or something that would be... [00:35:30] Lindsey Dinneen: Naturally. [00:35:32] Emily Muir: With "The Real Housewives," you know, just playing in the background, just my masterclass, you know, playing for everyone, the marathon of it, that would really just in probably like a puppy yoga fostering situation happening at the same time because everyone needs to rescue and foster a puppy at some point, so that would be the pinnacle of my life. Something like that. [00:35:58] Lindsey Dinneen: Very specific requests. I love it. We're gonna have, it's gonna be... [00:36:02] Emily Muir: Yes. Absolutely. [00:36:04] Lindsey Dinneen: ...A sad event and like, weird, you know, like, 'cause you're supposed to, you know, you're sad but also puppies, so. [00:36:10] Emily Muir: Puppies for sure. Absolutely. There would be, you know, I'd be like, "Everyone has to leave with a rescue puppy. Like these are my final wishes." [00:36:21] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. [00:36:22] Emily Muir: Mandatory. Mandatory, absolutely. [00:36:26] Lindsey Dinneen: Amazing. Alright. And then final question. What is one thing that makes you smile every time you see or think about it? [00:36:37] Emily Muir: Puppies. Re, re, rescue puppies. My, my dog specifically. They make me smile every time. Heaven forbid you are following me on Instagram or something and seeing my dogs just all the time. I am unfortunately that person. But also if you need a rescue puppy at any time, I probably know like three people off the top of my head who I can get you a puppy like now. So that always, there are always on, on some sort of social media so that always makes me smile. [00:37:07] Lindsey Dinneen: I love it. Nope. I had a really strong suspicion that was gonna be your answer, so, so I am delighted that you you chose puppies 'cause that, that works for me too. I love animals in general and it's like, they just make me smile randomly. I'm just like, "They're just happy," you know? It's so cute. I just love them [00:37:28] Emily Muir: They are so happy. I did foster three puppies at one time, and that was a lot, but there was a lot of happiness. You're just like, you know, they're a little crazy. They're just, you know, all over each other, but they're, you know, playing and you're just like, oh my gosh, this is, there's nothing better right now than the happiness of these puppies. [00:37:48] Lindsey Dinneen: Yes. That's amazing. I just love that so much. My goodness. Well, this has been an amazing conversation, Emily, and took several twists and turns I didn't expect, and absolutely love. And we are so honored to be making a donation on your behalf as a thank you for your time today to Save the Children, which works to end the cycle of poverty by ensuring communities have the resources to provide children with a healthy, educational, and safe environment. So thank you so much for choosing that charity to support, and also thank you for continuing to work to change lives for a better world. We're grateful, and I wish you the most amazing continued success. [00:38:32] Emily Muir: Oh my gosh. Thank you so much for having me. I, this was truly a pleasure. Well, thank you so much. Really, I appreciate it. [00:38:38] Lindsey Dinneen: Of course. [00:38:40] Dan Purvis: The Leading Difference is brought to you by Velentium Medical. Velentium Medical is a full service CDMO, serving medtech clients worldwide to securely design, manufacture, and test class two and class three medical devices. 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What does it take to run a successful property management operation? 2026 MAR President DeShawn Davis and CEO Beth Hansen discuss what it takes to succeed in property management with seasoned Mississippi Commercial REALTOR® Nancy Lane. From building trust with property owners to managing tenant relationships and avoiding burnout, this conversation offers practical strategies you can apply to your business. Don't miss these actionable insights that translate across both commercial and residential real estate!
Cory King reveals how building a cash machine, mastering the BRRRR Strategy, and protecting family priorities can transform a driven agent into a disciplined wealth builder with lasting freedom.See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/from-side-hustle-to-hardcore-freedom-building-success-with-cory-king/(00:00) - Welcome to The REI Agent and Introduction of Cory King(01:10) - Cory's Real Estate Overview and Investor Background(03:20) - Buying a First Home at 22 During the 2009 Market Crash(05:40) - Early House Hacking and Covering the Mortgage with Roommates(07:45) - Flipping Comic Books and Discovering Land Auctions(10:30) - Buying Vacant Lots and Creating Arbitrage Opportunities(13:15) - Selling the Restaurant Business and Moving to Knoxville(15:10) - Getting Licensed to Support Investing Goals(17:20) - Building a Cash Machine Versus a Wealth Machine(19:45) - Why Agents Should Invest in the Markets They Sell(22:10) - BRRRR Strategy and Long Term Rental Planning(24:40) - Leaving Money in Deals and Thinking Long Term(26:50) - Avoiding the Check to Check Agent Trap(29:00) - Risk Tolerance and Acting During Market Fear(31:15) - Investment Options Beyond Rentals Including Syndications(33:30) - Analysis Paralysis and Taking Imperfect Action(35:20) - Building The Caza Group and Serving the Investor Niche(37:40) - Creating a Specialist Team Model Like a Superhero Network(39:50) - Why Property Management Is Not in the Immediate Plan(41:20) - Launching and Growing the GRID Investor Meetup(43:40) - Hosting Events as a Lead Funnel for Agents(45:10) - Family Life, Glass Versus Rubber Balls, and Guardrails(46:10) - Golden Nuggets, Book Recommendations, and Closing Thoughts(46:48) - Episode Outro and DisclaimerContact Cory Kinghttps://www.thecazagroup.com/caza_knoxville_teamhttps://www.facebook.com/CoryKingREALTOR/https://www.instagram.com/cory__king_/https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-king-984b6b4b/Cory King reminds us that freedom is built on discipline, focus, and courage to act before you feel ready. Build your cash machine, fund your long-term vision, protect your glass balls, and never let success cost your peace. If this conversation sparked something in you, take the next step and visit https://reiagent.comIs success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor's Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl
Sarah Barnes-Humphrey joins The Positive Polarity Podcast to share her insights on turning setbacks into opportunities. An Amazon #1 best-selling author, podcast host, and supply-chain entrepreneur, Sarah sits down with Dave to talk about finding your voice, learning from challenges, and the opportunities that emerge when you choose to persevere.
Hendon Hooker, New York Jets quarterback and former Tennessee star, joins 365 Sports to reflect on his journey from college football stardom to the NFL. Hooker discusses the evolution of the transfer portal and NIL, the importance of leaving for the right reasons, and how his move to Tennessee helped shape him as both a player and a leader. He also shares insight into developing as an NFL quarterback, building chemistry and command, and his passion for giving back through youth outreach and a children's book focused on faith, growth, and perseverance. #nfl #collegefootball #cfb #rockytop #jets #superbowl #nil #transferportal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Reach Out Via Text!In this episode of the Growing Green Podcast, Jeremiah sits down with longtime friend and entrepreneur Corey Ballard for a raw and honest conversation that goes far beyond lawn care. Corey shares his journey from building and selling Perfect Cut to leading Ballard Products, while navigating identity, marriage, leadership, and fatherhood. They unpack what winning really costs, the dangers of tying your identity to business success, and how Corey's passion for youth racing with his son has reshaped his priorities. This episode is a deep dive into consistency, humility, faith, and building a life that doesn't fall apart while the business grows. If you are in the grind season of entrepreneurship, this conversation will challenge how you define success and what truly matters.Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpodcast Signup for our Newsletter- https://mailchi.mp/942ae158aff5/newsletter-signup Book A Consult Call-https://stan.store/GrowingGreenPodcast Lawntrepreneur Academy-https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ The Landscaping Bookkeeper-https://thelandscapingbookkeeper.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/growinggreenlandscapes/ Email-ggreenlandscapes@gmail.com Growing Green Website- https://www.growinggreenlandscapes.com/
An enjoyable and inspiring conversation with former Jayhawk great and NFL linebacker Mike Rivera. The Shawnee, KS. native combines dogged determination and a caring nature on the field and off. An inspiring chat!
On this episode of The SaaS CFO Podcast, Ben Murray welcomes Nick Holzherr, serial tech founder and the driving force behind GitLaw—an innovative AI-powered legal platform. Nick Holzherr shares his entrepreneurial journey, from exiting previous ventures like Whisk and Air HR, to launching GitLaw earlier this year with $3 million in backing. The conversation goes deep into the frustrations of traditional legal services, how GitLaw leverages trusted templates and advanced AI orchestration for SMBs, and what sets their product apart from simply using ChatGPT for contracts. You'll hear about go-to-market growth loops, the challenges of scaling in the rapidly evolving AI landscape, and Nick Holzherr's focus on building a product that customers love and trust. Whether you're interested in SaaS metrics, team dynamics, or the future of AI in legal tech, this episode is packed with insights from a founder who's in the thick of it. Show Notes: 00:00 "Revolutionizing Legal Services with AI" 04:09 "Contract Review and Market Standards" 09:10 "Building Success with Trusted Team" 11:45 AI-Powered Legal Document Collaboration 15:19 "Startup Uncertainty Amid Rapid Growth" 18:35 "Challenges in Marketing Metrics Transparency" 21:24 Retention and User Feedback Focus 22:51 "Balancing SaaS Margins and Costs" 26:33 "Making AI Trustworthy and Useful" 29:03 Git.law Service Overview Links: SaaS Fundraising Stories: https://www.thesaasnews.com/news/gitlaw-raises-3-million-in-funding Nick Holzherr's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickholzherr/ GitLaw's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gitlawco/ GitLaw's Website: https://git.law/ To learn more about Ben check out the links below:Subscribe to Ben's daily metrics newsletter: https://saasmetricsschool.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to Ben's SaaS newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/df1db6bf8bca/the-saas-cfo-sign-up-landing-page SaaS Metrics courses here: https://www.thesaasacademy.com/ Join Ben's SaaS community here: https://www.thesaasacademy.com/offers/ivNjwYDx/checkout Follow Ben on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benrmurray
Visit https://teachhoops.com/ for innovative culture-building frameworks, team development resources, and cross-industry leadership insights that help you create championship programs by applying proven principles from successful organizations beyond basketball. In this episode, we explore an unexpected but powerful analogy: what can high school basketball coaches learn from how Starbucks built one of the world's most recognizable brands through intentional culture development, employee experience, and consistency of standards across thousands of locations? This isn't about coffee—it's about understanding how organizations create cultures where people feel valued, standards are maintained without constant oversight, and individual contributors take ownership of collective success because they believe in something bigger than themselves. We break down specific Starbucks principles that translate directly to basketball programs: their obsessive focus on the customer (player) experience rather than just the product (wins), investment in training and development that empowers employees (players) to make decisions within established frameworks, creation of a "third place" culture where people want to spend time beyond functional necessity, standardized systems that ensure consistency while allowing individual expression, and leadership approaches that balance high expectations with genuine care for people's wellbeing and growth. You'll learn how these corporate concepts apply to coaching: creating practice environments where players genuinely want to be rather than just showing up out of obligation, developing leadership systems where captains and role players take ownership without constant coach intervention, establishing program standards (your "recipes") that remain consistent regardless of roster changes, and building a culture where being part of your program means something beyond just playing basketball. This episode provides actionable strategies for applying Starbucks-inspired principles to your basketball program: defining your program's core values as clearly as Starbucks defines their mission statement, creating rituals and traditions that build identity and belonging (like Starbucks' partner beverage policy or green apron), investing in player development beyond basketball skills to show you care about the whole person, establishing quality standards with accountability systems that don't require you to micromanage every detail, and building an alumni culture where former players stay connected and pass down traditions to new generations. We discuss why culture can't be faked or manufactured through slogans—it requires genuine investment, consistent modeling from leadership, and alignment between what you say you value and what you actually reward. Whether you're building a program from scratch, trying to elevate an established team to championship level, or simply looking for fresh perspectives on culture development beyond typical coaching clichés, you'll gain insights from one of the world's most successful culture-driven organizations that translate surprisingly well to the basketball gym. basketball program culture, Starbucks leadership lessons, culture building basketball, basketball team culture development, organizational culture basketball, basketball program standards, culture-driven basketball, team culture strategies, basketball leadership lessons, program identity basketball, basketball culture framework, team belonging basketball, basketball standards consistency, culture building strategies, basketball program traditions, player experience basketball, basketball culture investment, leadership culture basketball, basketball team identity, cross-industry coaching lessons, basketball culture principles, program culture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Manvir Sandhu is the Founder and Chief Innovation Officer at Zennify, a Salesforce consulting firm that helps financial services organizations drive digital transformation across platforms like Salesforce, Databricks, and AI. Under his leadership, Zennify has become a trusted advisor to CIOs and C-suite executives, earned Platinum-level Salesforce partner status and scaled to over 150 employees, serving clients ranging from regional banks to large enterprises. Known for leading innovative initiatives, Manvir helped spearhead a vaccine supply chain solution in Haiti with UNICEF and the Clinton Foundation, which was presented at Salesforce Dreamforce. He brings a strong focus on AI, agile transformation, and change management to regulated industries. In this episode… Digital transformation is reshaping entire industries, yet organizations in highly regulated sectors often struggle to choose the right tools and execute change effectively. As AI, data platforms, and compliance requirements evolve at breakneck speed, innovation can stall under the weight of risk and resistance. How are today's leaders pushing past these barriers to create secure, lasting transformation? For Manvir Sandhu, a digital transformation and AI innovation leader, lasting impact comes from pairing deep industry understanding with a practical, iterative mindset. He traces this philosophy back to his early work in healthcare, where his team reimagined post-disaster vaccine management in Haiti by combining Salesforce and IoT to enable real-time tracking and alerts — an approach that later became a model for broader adoption. Building on those lessons, Manvir pivoted to financial services, using focused proof-of-concept projects to earn trust, modernize legacy systems, and deliver a true 360-degree customer view. His experience demonstrates how thoughtfully applied AI can move far beyond basic automation to drive meaningful operational and customer impact. In this episode of the Inspired Insider Podcast, Dr. Jeremy Weisz sits down with Manvir Sandhu, Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Zennify, to explore data-driven transformation in highly regulated industries. They discuss proof-of-concept strategies, agile change management, and practical AI use cases across healthcare and financial services. Manvir also shares insights on empowering early adopters, navigating growth, and maintaining culture through leadership transitions.
Episode Summary In this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim Melanson sits down with Neil Rogers, VP of Sales at Rogers Marketing and co-founder of Positive Activity. Neil shares how decades of working from home, a career rooted in hospitality and sales, and personal challenges shaped his practical approach to business and life. The conversation explores mindset, resilience, mentorship, and why consistent small actions matter more than big theories. Neil also introduces Positive Activity, a framework designed to help people build happiness, productivity, and stronger relationships through simple daily practices. Who is Neil Rogers? Neil Rogers is the VP of Sales at Rogers Marketing and the co-founder of Positive Activity. He is also the author of Bar Tips: Everything I Needed to Know in Sales I Learned Behind the Bar, a book inspired by lessons learned through hospitality, sales, and human connection. With over four decades of work-from-home experience, Neil blends real-world sales wisdom with mindset and personal development, helping professionals focus on fundamentals, relationships, and sustainable success. Connect with Neil Rogers Website: https://www.positiveactivity.net Book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Bar-Tips-Everything-Needed-Learned/dp/B0BZ1V85T1 Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/bar-tips-neil-rogers/1143235874 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neilrogerspositiveactivity/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/positiveactivitytm/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@positiveactivity Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorneilrogers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-p-rogers-cas-68a4a22/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NeilRogersTips YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6C_rB34QvfPpZkB67fzkqQ Host Contact Details Website: https://workathomerockstar.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workathomerockstar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workathomerockstar LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmelanson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkAtHomeRockStarPodcast X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/workathomestar In This Episode 00:00 — Introduction and Neil's 40-Year Work-From-Home Journey 00:51 — Story of Success: Turning Personal Challenges into Purpose 08:17 — Lessons from Failure: A Costly Business Mistake and Recovery 18:13 — Practice Makes Progress: Process, Consistency, and Sales Fundamentals 22:30 — Kids, Technology, and the Importance of Real Conversations 23:48 — Mentorship vs Coaching and Learning the Fundamentals 25:35 — Success Is Built on the Little Things 26:56 — Keeping Promises and Doing What You Say You'll Do 32:12 — Positive Activity, Happiness, and Daily Habits 35:09 — Music, Practice, and Creative Discipline 37:31 — Favorite Rock Star and Musical Influences 41:47 — Final Thoughts and Where to Learn More
In this episode of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I'm joined by Jennifer Powell, visionary CEO of JP Inc. and one of the earliest pioneers of the creator economy. Jennifer has spent more than two decades transforming influencers into globally recognized brands, leading groundbreaking licensing deals and product launches for icons like Chiara Ferragni, Rumi Neely, Sincerely Jules, and Danielle Bernstein.We dive into how creators can move beyond short-term partnerships and build long-term, scalable businesses through licensing their intellectual property.In this episode, we explore:How to turn influence and audience trust into real, scalable businessesWhat separates creators who become brands from those who stay stuck in brand dealsPractical ways to diversify income beyond the algorithmThe mindset shift every creator needs to succeed
If you're successful on paper but running on adrenaline behind the scenes, this episode will land. In this Legacy Series conversation, I sit down with Robina Abramson Walling, board-certified health and life coach and doctoral candidate in natural medicine, to talk about what's actually happening in the bodies of high-achieving women. We break down why so many ambitious women lose their edge, struggle with energy, focus, hormones, and confidence, and why pushing harder is often the worst possible response. This episode bridges science, energy, and leadership in a grounded way, without fear-based hormone narratives or surface-level mindset advice. In this episode, we cover: What chronic stress actually does to the nervous system and hormones Why burnout often shows up as high-functioning depression How energy dysregulation impacts leadership capacity Why perimenopause is misunderstood and over-pathologized How the Regulated CEO leads without sacrificing herself This is for the woman who knows her next level won't be built on pressure, hustle, or adrenaline.
What happens when you win financially… but lose yourself in the process?In this raw, unfiltered conversation, entrepreneur and coach Anthony Sparks opens up about the hidden cost of hustle culture—how chasing success nearly cost him his marriage, his peace, and his identity.This episode is for the man who's:- Winning on paper but losing peace in private- Feeling crushed by money pressure- Providing financially but absent emotionally- Wondering if success has quietly become his masterWe talk about:- Why mammon isn't a money problem—it's a master problem- How ambition turns into idolatry without you noticing- The difference between having money and financial literacy- Why most men are exhausted even when they're “successful”- Rebuilding a marriage after business became the mistress- How to lead your home without sacrificing your soulCHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction: The Climb and the Fall00:38 Welcome to Better Than Best Academy01:05 Meet Anthony Sparks: From Dysfunction to Success01:51 Early Life Struggles and Financial Literacy04:22 Discovering Network Marketing06:47 Building Success and Overcoming Challenges12:40 The Importance of Identity and Self-Worth16:26 Marriage Struggles and Redemption22:23 Ego Death and Family Priorities23:49 The Power of Vulnerability24:30 Ego and Family Sacrifices25:41 Financial Success and True Wealth28:51 Understanding Financial Literacy35:53 Taking Responsibility for Financial Situations38:19 Building a Lasting Legacy41:42 Connecting with Anthony Spark43:35 Final Thoughts and InvitationThis isn't hype.It's wisdom forged in the fire.
Send us a textIn this episode, Kay Suthar sits down with CEO and bestselling author Lee Bridges to talk about the power of little wins and why mindset and foundations matter more than quick fixes. Lee shares his journey from drug addiction to building successful businesses and self-publishing a bestselling book. He opens up about what it really takes to create long-term success, why shortcuts always catch up with you, and how building a bulletproof mindset is the real game-changer in life and business. This conversation is a grounded reminder that sustainable success is built step by step not overnight.What to expect in this episode:(00:00) – From addiction to author and CEO (04:30) – Why little wins compound into massive change (08:10) – Setting yourself up to win before you start (11:40) – Why foundations matter more than goals (15:20) – Honest feedback as a tool for growth (18:30) – Why quick fixes don't last and mindset always winsAbout Lee BridgesLee Bridges is a CEO, bestselling author, and high-performance mentor who has built successful businesses from the ground up. Known for his authenticity, energy, and no-nonsense approach, Lee helps people build resilience, clarity, and discipline so they can win consistently — in business and in life.Connect with Lee BridgesWebsite: https://reform-financial.co.uk/Website: https://www.leebridges.co.ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/_lee_bridgesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drum_hackerEmail: lee@leebridges.co.ukBook: THE TRANSITION – DO SHIT, GET SHIT DONE https://www.amazon.co.uk/TRANSITION-Guide-Making-Bitch-Winning/dp/B08BDYHXSDFREE Gift (use code thankyoubook): https://www.leebridges.co.uk/dsgsdConnect with Kay SutharBusiness Website: https://makeyourmarkagency.com/Podcast Website: https://www.makeyourmarkpodcast.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kay-suthar-make-your-mark/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/482037820744114Email: kay@makeyourmarkagency.comFREE Gifts from Kay Suthar:3 Ultimate Secrets to Getting Booked on Podcasts: https://getbookedonpodcast.com5 Simple Steps to Launch Your Podcast in 14 Days: https://14daystolaunch.com
Human design can completely change how you understand yourself, your energy, and the way you build your business. In this episode of The Traveling Therapist Podcast, I sit down with Mel McSherry to talk about what it really means to honor your energy, trust yourself, and build success that actually feels sustainable.Mel shares their non-linear journey from fitness and network marketing to business coaching, and how discovering human design helped them reconnect with who they truly are and how they are meant to work. If you have ever felt successful on paper but disconnected on the inside, this conversation is for you.In This Episode, We Explore…What human design is and how it combines multiple systems into a personal operations manual.Why honoring your time and energy is key to sustainable success.How copying others in business can create burnout and disconnection.Redefining profitability beyond just money.Using human design to build trust, confidence, and clarity in your work and life.Connect with Mel:Website https://www.melmcsherry.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mel_mcsherry/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/melmcsherry/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BtbByMel/_____________________Are you ready to take the plunge and become a Traveling Therapist? Whether you want to be a full-time digital nomad or just want the flexibility to bring your practice with you while you travel a couple of times a year, the Portable Practice Method will give you the framework to be protected! ➡️ JOIN NOW: www.portablepracticemethod.com/Connect with me: www.instagram.com/thetravelingtherapist_kym www.facebook.com/groups/onlineandtraveling/ www.thetravelingtherapist.com The Traveling Therapist Podcast is Sponsored by: Berries: Say goodbye to the burden of mental health notes with automated note and treatment plan creation! www.heyberries.com/therapists Alma: Alma is on a mission to simplify access to mental health care by focusing first and foremost on supporting clinicians. www.helloalma.com/kym Sessions Health: Built for traveling therapists with global EHR access, clean interface, and therapist-friendly pricing at just $39/month. www.sessionshealth.com/kym
In this episode of Champ Talk with Branden Hudson, Branden hosts John Dize from Residential Electric and Cody Collins from Shore Outdoor Living. The conversation explores the triumphs and challenges of running successful businesses, the importance of honesty and integrity, and how personal histories—including addiction recovery—shape business practices. Cody shares his journey from addiction to becoming a successful business owner, emphasizing the importance of truth, ethics, and community service in business. The episode also delves into the significance of marketing, the power of authentic leadership, and the exciting new ventures both guests are undertaking in their respective fields.00:00 Introduction and Housekeeping00:28 Meet the Guests: John Dize and Cody Collins01:04 Cody Collins on Shore Outdoor Living02:37 The Importance of Marketing and Growth05:22 Challenges and Successes in Business11:16 Leadership and Team Dynamics18:32 The Power of Honesty and Integrity25:32 The Hard Way: Embracing Truth and Honesty26:02 Overcoming Anxiety Through Transparency26:37 The Power of Truth in Relationships and Recovery28:16 Philanthropy and Advocacy in Addiction Recovery29:22 The Role of Validation in Personal Growth30:15 Recovery and Business: A Path to Success30:34 Inspiration and Influence: Leading by Example43:30 The Importance of Accountability and Responsibility44:00 Future Plans and Innovations in Business47:40 Conclusion: Final Thoughts and Reflections
In this episode, Young sits down with brothers Brian and Scott Moran, the founders of SamCart, as they take us through their entrepreneurial journey. The idea for SamCart arose from their own business needs, driving them to develop a solution to overcome the challenges they faced. Brian reflects on the importance of family and how he prioritizes it above all else, making his wife and children his top priority. Scott shares his experiences as a parent, navigating the hardships of loss and finding the strength to be the best father possible. Throughout the conversation, they delve into the importance of empathy in parenting and instilling core values in their children. Together, they discuss SamCart's mission to empower businesses to thrive and succeed, allowing entrepreneurs the freedom to balance their personal lives without compromising their business's stability. Join Young and these inspiring brothers behind SamCart as they share insights, advice, and the joys of parenthood while building a successful business. Learn more about SamCart: https://www.samcart.com/
This episode is about protecting what actually matters. It is about ensuring that Christmas does not quietly become another period of distraction, half work and emotional absence. Too many men drift through the festive period with one eye on their phone, one eye on work and neither fully present with their family. This training is designed to stop that. I walk you through a simple but powerful system to help you switch off properly, create peace of mind around work and be fully present at home. It is not complicated. It is not fancy. It works because it is intentional and it respects the value of your time, energy and attention. In this episode, I break down a five part blueprint that allows you to enjoy Christmas without guilt, stress or the constant pull back into work. In this episode, I cover: • Why building success from home must remain the non negotiable standard, especially over Christmas • How to identify your true professional and personal priorities so you can switch off with confidence • Why clarity equals peace of mind and how to remove the mental noise that drags you back into work • The three Christmas deadlines every man needs to set, including when to switch off, when to dip in and when to return • How to plan January and Quarter One before Christmas so you return calm, focused and in control • Why completing your audit early frees you to enjoy the festive period without carrying mental weight • How to define the outcomes you want for Christmas and set clear rules around phone use, work, training and boundaries • What to avoid over Christmas and how writing down your worst case scenario helps you prevent it This is about leading yourself properly during a period where most men slowly disconnect from their family and themselves. With a simple plan in place, you can enjoy Christmas fully and return to work with clarity, momentum and strength. If you want to live and operate at a higher standard, this is the work.
In this episode of Recounting Life Lessons, we're joined by Jamal Henry, a first-time homeowner at 23, investor, and author of Keys to Your 20s: The Ultimate Homebuyer Playbook for Young Adults. Jamal's journey began with the same questions many young adults face: Who am I? Where am I going? How do I navigate life on my own? His search for answers led him deep into personal development, studying success, developing routines, and learning how to stretch beyond his comfort zone. Those habits and mindsets eventually laid the foundation for achievements like buying a home at such a young age. This conversation goes far beyond homeownership or finances. You'll walk away with universal success principles that can support any goal, in any stage of life. IN THIS EPISODE: How practicing gratitude can shift your mindset from scarcity to abundance. Why consistency and discipline are critical for building momentum and long-term progress The importance of investing in yourself before opportunities arrive How accountability puts you in the driver's seat of your own life Practical ways to build habits and routines that prepare you for success Information about the NACA program for buying a home How Jamal was able to save $28k in a year and buy his first home at 23 yrs old How these principles apply to personal growth, career development, and any big goal LINKS MENTIONED: Jamal's website: https://keystoyour20s.com/ Get Keys to Your 20s: https://amzn.to/48orqc8 (using this link will support this channel as well as Jamal at no extra cost to you) Instagram: @mr_royality0 X: @mr_royality0 Tik Tok: keystoyour20s ------------------------------------------------------------------- For our latest insights and things we don't share with the public, become a Sione and Alana Insider. It's free and easy to join: https://www.recountinglifelessons.com/insider ------------------------------------------------------------------- FOLLOW US: ► Like on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sioneandalana ► Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sioneandalana ► Alana's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alanauyema ► Sione's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sioneuyema Want to connect with Sione & Alana? ►Website: https://www.recountinglifelessons.com ►Email: sioneandalana@recountinglifelessons.com Have a life lesson to share? Interested in being a guest? We'd love to connect: click here to schedule a time to connect
In this episode, Jake Geleerd, CEO of Tortoise Properties, shares insights on evaluating opportunities, navigating market cycles, building strong partnerships, and the personal habits that drive his success in real estate development.
In this episode, Jake Geleerd, CEO of Tortoise Properties, shares insights on evaluating opportunities, navigating market cycles, building strong partnerships, and the personal habits that drive his success in real estate development.
Lucas Sherraden hosts the Built How podcast, featuring Robert Rogers from the Distinctly Real Estate Group in Norfolk, Virginia. Robert shares his journey in real estate, from initial struggles to building a successful team. He reveals key lessons learned from market downturns, the importance of lean operations, and maintaining strong company culture. With stories of resilience and adaptation, Robert's insights offer valuable wisdom for real estate professionals aiming to thrive in a competitive industry. Connect with Robert at https://www.distinctlyrealestate.com/ ---------- Be sure to leave a rating and review and don't forget to go to www.builthow.com and register for our next live or virtual event. Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network
In this episode of the Mornings with Joel CRE Podcast, Joel interviews Eugene Gershman, Real Estate Developer and JV & Co-GP Partner at GIS Companies. Eugene opens up about his experience in land development, construction oversight, and investment strategy offering practical lessons and powerful insights for CRE professionals. He discusses how to manage development risk, build investor confidence, and turn every project into part of a lasting legacy. A must-listen for anyone serious about long-term success in commercial real estate.
Torrie Jasuwan has held many titles over the years – hairdresser, businesswoman, millionaire matchmaker, real estate agent, and more. But the throughline of all of those careers and experiences, she tells host Jason Altmire, are the trades.Jasuwan shares her passion for supporting women in the skilled trades and discusses how hands-on careers can lead to a six-figure salary with the right training. She also explains why trade skills are becoming even more valuable in an AI-driven world — and how they can make workers indispensable in an ever-changing economy.To learn more about Career Education Colleges & Universities, visit our website.
Anthony Reneaud, the Founder of Renant Antren Corp. and a licensed Professional Engineer in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Rhode Island joins Enterprise Radio… Read more The post Building Success: How Anthony Renaud and Renant Antren Are Redefining Engineering Leadership appeared first on Top Entrepreneurs Podcast | Enterprise Podcast Network.
Watch this episode on You Tube HERE! Are you struggling with sales and wondering why your phone isn't ringing? In this episode, Kirsten Flory dives into the challenges of sales outreach, why prospects may not be responding, and actionable strategies to turn things around. In this episode you'll learn: How to provide real value to prospects instead of just selling The importance of using multiple communication channels (phone, email, social media, handwritten notes, and more) Why consistency is key in outreach and follow-up How sharing success stories can boost your credibility and attract business Leveraging your referral network to uncover opportunities The power of curiosity: asking questions and understanding your clients' needs Why responsiveness sets you apart from the competition Using downtime strategically to enhance your sales process (podcasts, blogs, social media, and more) Key Takeaways: Focus on helping your prospects first - give before you ask. Mix up communication channels and stay persistent. Celebrate wins, share stories, and respond promptly. *Whether you're in real estate, sales, or any client-driven business, these strategies will help you increase engagement, build trust, and ultimately get your phone ringing again. **Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a tip that can grow your business! Follow Kirsten at: www.kirstenflory.com LinkedIn Facebook Instagram
In this episode of the Loco Experience Podcast, I welcome Steven South, Founder and President of LSE Builders. Steven and I connected on LinkedIn, and found a lot of common causes in a zoom, and I hope to add him to the ranks of LoCo Think Tank members in coming months! Steven shares anecdotes about his early experiences in the construction industry, including the impact of the 2008 financial crisis on his fledgling contracting business, and the pivots he made to navigate, and the eventual evolution into a corporate role - which led to LSE! We also delved into the nuances of making connections on LinkedIn and elsewhere, and the importance of transparency and integrity in business dealings. Steven elaborates on their core values at LSE and how they have influenced the culture and growth of his company. Later in the conversation, he candidly talks about his struggles with alcohol, describing the night he hit rock bottom and how it led him to sobriety through the help of AA meetings and a supportive sponsor. Steven's story is one of resilience, adaptability, and personal growth - and was one of my most enjoyable recording sessions this season, so I'm certain you will enjoy - as I did - my conversation with Steven South. The LoCo Experience Podcast is sponsored by: Purpose Driven Wealth Thrivent: Learn more
The global rental industry is evolving fast, and Australia offers a glimpse into its future. In this episode, Rental Journal host Michael Larsen joins The Rental Roundtable to share lessons from Australia's $6.5B rental market, where independents thrive by focusing on relationships, service, and specialty solutions. We also dive into what 200+ podcast interviews have taught him about leadership, authenticity, and the power of people in the equipment rental business.
James Terry, CEO and founder of GreenTeam, discusses his company's focus on clients and how service standards fueled its organic growth.
In this inspiring episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life hosted by Avik Chakraborty, entrepreneur and coach Jennie Blackwood opens up about the truth behind burnout, motherhood, and business growth. From turning a snack cart idea into a six-figure business to building a global coaching brand, Jennie reveals the hidden costs of hustle culture and how she rebuilt her life around sustainable success. This conversation dives deep into what it really means to thrive without burning out. Jennie shares raw lessons from her own experience — the collapse that forced her to redefine success, how setting boundaries saved her business, and why mindset and self-care are just as critical as marketing strategy. Perfect for entrepreneurs, moms, and creators, this episode challenges the myth that burnout is the price of ambition and reminds us that true success comes from alignment, not exhaustion. About the Guest : Jennie Blackwood is a serial entrepreneur, influencer, and mom of four who built a viral snack cart business that evolved into a six-figure digital coaching empire. Through her platform Cart to Cashflow, Jennie empowers women worldwide to launch and scale profitable businesses without sacrificing their health, family, or peace of mind. Her approach blends practical business strategy with deep mindset transformation — helping women replace burnout with balance and fear with focus. Key Takeaways: Burnout isn't a badge of honor — it's a warning signal. Recognize the early signs before they derail your vision. Boundaries are a business strategy. Learning to say no is part of saying yes to sustainability. Rest fuels creativity and clarity — not laziness. Self-care is an investment in your long-term performance. Hustle culture is outdated. Digital systems, support, and community can replace constant overwork. Your “why” keeps you grounded. Let it guide your decisions, especially when business gets tough. You are capable of building success on your own terms — one intentional step at a time. Connect with the Guest Instagram: socialgraze.charcuterieWebsite: promo.jennieblackwood.com/DM Jennie directly for collaborations or coaching inquiries. Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PodMatch — Send a message to Avik Chakraborty
The Simple Three Stages To Start Building Success On today's episode of Join Up Dots, we explore the incredible power of setting your mind firmly on the positive and how that single choice can transform your life and business. It's not about ignoring reality or pretending everything is perfect—it's about choosing the lens you look through each day and recognising that your focus directs your results. When you wake up and decide your day will be great, opportunities begin to appear, people respond differently, and success feels closer than ever. This shift in perspective changes not only how you feel, but also how you act, and that action creates the momentum that builds the life you truly want. If you've been waiting for a sign to start flipping the script in your own life, this is it. Share today's message with others who need a boost and help spread the word with #JoinUpDots #PositiveMindset #LifeOnYourTerms. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps us reach more people and continue bringing you valuable content. See you in the next episode!
In this episode of The Real Estate Roundtable with IPRG, we sit down with our new Director of Sales, Matt Dittmeier, to explore what it takes to thrive in commercial real estate. Matt shares how to hire the right people, train for performance, and build a team of agents with a passion for real estate and a winning mindset. He also breaks down hands-on training, performance tracking, and mentorship, offering practical insights for both new associates and senior brokers looking to scale their teams and achieve consistent success. Discover why IPRG is more than a workplace—it's a platform for success.Follow IPRG: @iprg_nywww.IPRG.com
Podcast Miniseries: Cultivating a Culture – Growing a Healthy Neurosurgical Workplace Episode 2: Transforming Culture and Building Success Guest: Robert Spetzler Hosts: Brian Gantwerker and Chris Newman
Lucas Sherraden hosts Scott Ostrode from Sacramento on the Built How podcast, exploring the intricacies of the real estate market. Scott shares his journey from starting with humble beginnings to successfully navigating the Great Recession, emphasizing the importance of building strong relationships in the new construction sector. Highlighting the value of commitment and long-term strategy, Scott's experience reveals how diverse market knowledge and adaptation can benefit real estate professionals. This episode delves into the keys to successfully growing a real estate business, understanding client needs, and the nuances of new home sales. Connect with Scott at https://www.teamostrode.com/ ---------- Be sure to leave a rating and review and don't forget to go to www.builthow.com and register for our next live or virtual event. Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jessica Waldock, Florida homeschooling mom and founder of The Waldock Way, as she shares her 8-year journey homeschooling her only child.In this episode, we explore:How to successfully homeschool an only child without feeling isolatedOvercoming the "socialization" question and finding communityCreating flexible daily routines that work for one childInterest-led learning and unit studies approachNavigating teenage years while maintaining strong family bondsBuilding a homeschool business around your unique journeyWhy you don't need to follow traditional curriculum pathsPerfect for:Parents considering homeschooling an only childNew homeschool families seeking encouragementAnyone interested in unit studies and interest-based learningWorking parents wondering if homeschooling is possibleJessica breaks down common myths about only child homeschooling and proves that having one child isn't easier or harder - it's just different. She shares practical tips for creating structure while maintaining flexibility, finding the right community activities, and tailoring education completely to your child's interests and learning style.Key Takeaways:Nobody is more invested in your child's success than you areInterest-led learning creates deeper engagement than forced curriculumHomeschool socialization can be more natural and less pressuredYou can build a business around your homeschool expertiseTraditional educational "requirements" may not serve your child's unique needsWhether you're just starting your homeschool journey or looking for fresh inspiration, Jessica's story will encourage you to trust yourself and embrace the unique advantages of homeschooling an only child.Connect with Jessica:Website: www.thewaldockway.comYouTube: www.youtube.com/c/thewaldockwayInstagram: www.instagram.com/thewaldockwayFacebook: www.facebook.com/thewaldockwaySupport the showInstagram: TheHomeschoolHowToPodcast Facebook: The Homeschool How To Podcast
I sit down with Chris Huser, founder of Huser's Outdoor Design + Build, for an honest conversation about the realities of running a landscaping business. Chris shares his three-decade journey from mowing lawns to mastering hardscapes, revealing the challenges, pivotal moments, and mindset shifts that fueled his company's growth. Discover how Chris navigated industry changes, embraced new technology, and built a team that thrives on opportunity and innovation. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration for anyone looking to grow a resilient, people-focused business. If you're interested in learning more about SynkedUP, check us out: SynkedUP - Landscape Business Management Software https://synkedup.com/ Follow us on Instagram: @SynkedUP
Alyssa Hobbs, owner of Hobbs Salon + Med Spa in Tulsa, turned one of the hardest moments of her life—losing her hair to alopecia—into the foundation of a thriving career. In this episode, she opens up about the support that carried her through, the passion that drove her from cosmetology school to business ownership, and the lessons she's learned along the way about confidence, resilience, and entrepreneurship. Alyssa also shares her perspective on redefining beauty, why it's okay to wear the wig if that's what makes you feel like yourself, and how committing to your passion can unlock endless opportunities. Her story is a powerful reminder that even your biggest hurdles can become the start of something extraordinary.
Join host Syama Bunten for a raw and inspiring conversation with Sel Watts, serial entrepreneur and founder of What's Next PX. Sel shares her remarkable journey from childhood instability and domestic violence in Australia to building a successful international consulting firm - all without any formal business education, startup capital, or family support. In this candid conversation, Sel reveals how early adversity shaped her fierce independence and entrepreneurial drive. You'll hear about her transformative experience with life coaching at 27, the bold decision to start her business with a three-month-old baby and just $60 an hour in revenue, and her unwavering commitment to betting on herself. Sel also opens up about the challenges of bringing her husband into the business, nearly losing everything, and her audacious move to New York City at 45 with three kids to start over. This episode is a masterclass in resilience, self-belief, and the power of having "No Plan B" - Sel's life mantra that she's literally tattooed on her arm. Her story proves that you don't need credentials, connections, or capital to build something extraordinary - you just need unwavering belief in yourself. Key Topics: How early adversity can fuel entrepreneurial drive - Learn why difficult childhoods often create the strongest business leaders The investment that changed everything - Discover how spending $1,000 on life coaching at 27 unlocked Sel's hidden potential Starting a business with zero capital - Get the blueprint for launching with just $60/hour and a 9-month deadline Why you should spend money you don't have - Understand the psychology of investing in your vision before you can afford it How to use rewards to fuel long-term motivation - Learn why public goal achievement inspires everyone around you The hidden costs of mixing family and business - Explore what happens when spouses join established companies and how to navigate it Making life-changing moves in your 40s - Find out why it's never too late to chase audacious dreams, even with kids The power of eliminating backup plans - Discover why removing safety nets forces breakthrough success Connect with Sel Watts: Website: https://www.wattsnextpx.com/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/selwatts Sel is currently building her culture consulting business for founders and would love to connect with business owners who want to create amazing people experiences while achieving their goals. Find more from Syama Bunten: Instagram: @syama.co, @gettingrichpod Website: syamabunten.com Download Syama's Guide to Getting Rich: www.syamabunten.com Big Delta Capital: www.bigdeltacapital.com
What if the only thing standing between you and the successful life you dream of… is the mindset you're carrying right now?In this motivational podcast episode, Reginald D delivers a motivational/ inspirational speech that will help you stop second-guessing your worth and start building the life you deserve. From growing up in poverty to creating a life of purpose, Reginald lays out the exact steps to success—from knowing what you want, learning to push past disappointments, and waking up daily with gratitude, to creating a plan and actually working it.This isn't just another motivational speech—it's a step-by-step guide to success rooted in faith, resilience, and the mindset shifts that transform your future. Whether you're tired of setbacks, battling negativity, or just searching for the right next step, this episode will motivate you to stop existing and start living.What You Will Gain:Discover how to shift your mindset from survival to success with daily gratitude and focus.Learn why disappointments are not failures but fuel to push you harder toward your goals.Gain a practical blueprint for planning, working, and aligning your daily habits with a successful life.Don't just dream about success—press play now and let this motivational podcast episode inspire you to create it.motivational speech, inspirational podcast, motivational podcast, motivational speech about life, success motivation, inspirational motivational speech, how to succeed in life, motivational podcast about success, overcome struggles motivational speech, steps to success inspirational, Real Talk, ChristianSend us a textSupport the showFor daily motivation and inspiration, subscribe and follow Real Talk With Reginald D on social media:Instagram: realtalkwithreginaldd TikTok: @realtalkregd Youtube: @realtalkwithreginald Facebook: realtalkwithreginaldd Twitter Real Talk With Reginald D (@realtalkRegD) / TwitterWebsite: Real Talk With Reginald D https://www.realtalkwithreginaldd.com Real Talk With Reginald D - Merchandise
Vivian Gonzalez is the President of Park Capital Search, a global finance and accounting executive search firm that helps organizations — from private equity-backed companies to public corporations — build senior leadership teams in areas like finance, accounting, data science, and business analytics. With a focus on retained, C-suite and functional leadership assignments, Vivian spearheads senior-level placements that shape the operational health and strategic direction of client organizations. Vivian is a recognized member of CHIEF and contributes thought leadership on efficient and transformative hiring practices for today's rapidly evolving economy. In this episode… Executives stepping into private equity roles often face overwhelming expectations, vague performance goals, and high-pressure environments. Many leaders don't receive clear guidance on negotiating equity or navigating the cultural shift that comes with PE-backed companies. At the same time, firms risk costly mis-hires by failing to define tactical needs during the hiring process. How can both sides align to build strong leadership teams that scale effectively? According to Vivian Gonzalez, a seasoned executive recruiter, success begins with clarity, communication, and advocacy on both ends of the hiring table. Firms must set expectations early and look beyond credentials to assess mindset, humility, and grit. Candidates, meanwhile, benefit from partners who help them package their experience, position their value, and negotiate for long-term upside, including equity. With the right match and support, executives can step into transformative roles that accelerate both personal and business growth. In this episode of the Inspired Insider Podcast, Dr. Jeremy Weisz interviews Vivian Gonzalez, President of Park Capital Search, to explore how executive search drives successful outcomes in private equity-backed companies. They discuss what sponsors really want in C-suite talent, how candidates can break through career ceilings, and why humility and grit are often stronger indicators of success than titles. Vivian also shares stories of executives who turned career stagnation into seven-figure exits — and how her immigrant upbringing and background as a competitive gymnast shaped her leadership journey.