Podcasts about building trust

Picture this. You're standing in the middle of untouched Montana wilderness, no cell service, no notifications, just you, a group of high level entrepreneurs, and whatever idea decides to show up in the silence. That's exactly where this conversation happened, and honestly, it's one of the reasons it hits different. In this episode of The Happy Hustle Podcast, I hike and pod during the Montana Mastermind with Logan Forsyth, co-founder and co-CEO of mediascaling.com, an eight figure content firm that works with founder led brands and high ticket businesses across the country. His team has generated over 10 billion views and 24 million followers for clients, with nine social media awards and third party verified stats to back it up. He runs a team of about 145 people, mostly remote, out of Los Angeles, and he's built his entire business around one core idea. Content isn't just marketing anymore, it's trust at scale. This episode matters because we're at a strange moment in business. Everyone has access to the same AI tools, the same templates, the same shortcuts. So what actually separates you from the next person doing the same thing? Logan breaks it down in a way that's simple but honestly kind of a gut check. It's not the tools you use. It's the brand and the proof you build behind them, and those two things can't be copied. We covered a lot, but here's what stood out most. Content is the new website. Logan put it plainly. People are doing full due diligence on you through your socials before they ever buy from you or book a call. If your content is underwhelming, you lose trust you never even knew you were losing, and there's no way to measure exactly how many deals walked away because of it. Brand and proof are the two assets nobody can copy. With AI, anyone can spin up an offer or an info product in twenty minutes. What they can't spin up is years of trust and a stack of real results behind your name. That's your moat now, and it's the one thing that actually compounds. Most people quit right before content starts working. Logan's seen it over and over. People track leads and sales only, don't see instant results, and walk away. Meanwhile their close rates, average order value, and retention are all quietly improving in the background because of the trust content builds. He said if you can stick with it for two to three years, most people won't, and that alone becomes your edge. Batching beats burnout every time. Trying to wake up and record a video every single day is a fast track to quitting. Logan's team researches, scripts, and batches thirty videos in about two hours of filming, then hands it off to editors. Structure isn't the boring part, it's actually what makes consistency possible. AI written scripts sound like everyone else's AI written scripts. Logan's team reviews thousands of sample scripts during hiring, and he said almost all of them read the same because everyone's feeding AI the same prompts. His advice was clear. Use AI to compete, but don't expect it to set you apart, because everyone already has it. We also got into why digital detoxes matter even for someone running a massive social media agency, how community and mastermind trips shake loose ideas you'd never find working alone, and Logan's own rapid fire answers on everything from his biggest regret to the advice he'd give his eighteen year old self. There's something grounding about hearing a guy who lives in the content world talk about how much clarity he finds by putting his phone away completely. It's a good reminder that the tools are supposed to serve the life, not the other way around. When I asked Logan for any final words for the happy hustlers listening, he didn't talk business at all. He talked about finding a wife who makes him better instead of someone he has to pull up alone, finding faith, building a family, and wanting to support not just his own people but thousands of others through what he builds. That's the whole episode in one answer honestly. If you're ready to rethink how you're showing up online, and you want the real strategy behind building trust that actually turns into revenue, go listen to the full episode at https://happyhustle.com/podcast. It just might change how you look at your own content for good. Connect with Loganhttps://www.facebook.com/loganforsythofficialhttps://www.instagram.com/loganforsyth/https://www.youtube.com/@loganforsythhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/loganforsyth/https://x.com/loganforsyth_https://www.tiktok.com/@logan_forsyth?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Find Logan on this website: https://mediascaling.com/ Connect with Cary!https://www.instagram.com/caryjack/https://www.facebook.com/SirCaryJackhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cary-jack-kendzior/https://twitter.com/thehappyhustlehttps://www.tiktok.com/@caryjackhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFDNsD59tLxv2JfEuSsNMOQ/featured Get a copy of his new book, https://www.thehappyhustle.com/book Sign up for The Journey: 10 Days To Become a Happy Hustler Online Course @ https://thehappyhustle.com/thejourney/ Apply to the Montana Mastermind Epic Camping Adventure @ https://thehappyhustle.com/mastermind/ “It's time to Happy Hustle, a blissfully balanced life you love, full of passion, purpose, and positive impact!” Episode Sponsors: Kiln Your environment shapes your energy and your results. 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Industrial Talk is talking to Todd Villarrubia, Founding Partner at Wealth Planning Law Group about "Getting your industrial financial house in order". The Industrial Talk podcast episode features a discussion on the importance of financial planning for industrial businesses, particularly in the context of rapid industry changes and cybersecurity. Scott Mackenzie emphasizes the need for financial Sherpas to help compress the time required for financial research and planning. Todd Villarrubia, a 30-year tax attorney and founder of Wealth Planning Law Group, introduces the concept of "Entrepreneurial Beast Mode," which includes business structures, estate planning, asset protection, succession, and taxation. He highlights the benefits of comprehensive financial planning and the role of his virtual family office in providing expert advice to clients. The episode also touches on the importance of storytelling and building trust in business relationships. Outline Barcelona Cybersecurity Congress Announcement Scott introduces the Barcelona Cybersecurity Congress, emphasizing its importance for cybersecurity professionals.The event is scheduled for November 3-5 in Barcelona, with networking opportunities and expert discussions.Scott mentions their own involvement in the event, including broadcasting and discussions on cybersecurity.The Propane Education and Research Council is acknowledged as the sponsor of the podcast episode. Introduction to Industrial Talk Podcast Scott reiterates the podcast's focus on industrial innovations and the success of industry professionals.The podcast aims to celebrate industrial heroes and their contributions to solving problems and improving lives.Scott introduces Todd Villarrubia, the guest for the episode, and the topic of financial planning for industrial businesses. Importance of Financial Planning in Industry Scott discusses the necessity of financial planning for industrial businesses, especially in a fast-paced industry.The conversation highlights the need for financial Sherpas to help compress the time required for financial research and planning.Scott emphasizes the importance of building relationships and trust in the business world, especially in the context of social media and online engagement.The discussion touches on the human element in business, the need for trust, and the importance of telling authentic stories to build relationships. Building Trust and Relationships in Business Scott stresses the importance of being real and vulnerable in business interactions to build trust.The conversation explores the challenges of standing out in a crowded online space and the need for consistent, authentic storytelling.Scott shares personal experiences of receiving unsolicited messages and the importance of demonstrating genuine care for others' success.The discussion emphasizes the need for long-term resilience and the importance of telling customers' stories to foster mutual success. Introduction to Todd Villarrubia and Wealth Planning Law Group Scott introduces Todd Villarrubia, the founder of Wealth Planning Law Group, and his extensive experience as a tax attorney.Todd shares his background, including his role as a founding partner and his work with high-net-worth families through Fountainhead Global.The conversation touches on Todd's personal life, including his role as a father and the recent birth of Scott's grandchild.Scott and Todd discuss the importance of perseverance and overcoming challenges, both in personal and professional life. Entrepreneurial Beast Mode and Its Components Todd introduces the concept of Entrepreneurial Beast Mode, an acronym for Business Structures, Estate Planning, Asset Protection, Succession, and Taxation.The discussion highlights the importance of each component in comprehensive financial planning for entrepreneurs.Todd explains the benefits of proper business structures, such as Section 1202 of the tax code, and the importance of tax liability reduction.The conversation explores the role of estate planning as the foundation for financial planning and the need for ongoing updates due to changing laws and personal circumstances. Engagement Process and Client Relationships Todd outlines the initial engagement process, including a comprehensive intake form and a client information questionnaire.The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding clients' priorities and developing a tailored plan of action.Todd explains the value of flat fee structures and the efficiency of their firm in executing plans.The conversation highlights the ongoing nature of client relationships and the need for regular updates and reviews. Fountainhead Global and Virtual Family Office Services Todd discusses the establishment of Fountainhead Global and its role in providing fractional family office services.The virtual family office model allows access to a network of vetted professionals in various fields, including legal, financial planning, tax, risk mitigation, and business advisory.The discussion explores the benefits of having a team of experts available to provide specialized advice and support.Todd emphasizes the importance of proactive engagement and the role of the virtual family office in facilitating expert connections. Challenges in Financial Planning and Estate Planning Todd identifies the biggest challenge in financial planning as getting people to act on their plans, especially due to the reluctance to discuss death and disability.The conversation explores the emotional and practical challenges of estate planning, including potential divisions within families.Todd highlights the importance of addressing these challenges and the benefits of having a comprehensive plan in place.The discussion emphasizes the need for ongoing communication and updates to ensure that financial plans remain relevant and effective. Final Thoughts and Contact Information Todd shares additional insights for high-net-worth individuals, emphasizing the importance of implementing family limited partnerships and dynasty trusts.The conversation concludes with contact information for Todd and Wealth Planning Law Group, encouraging listeners to reach out for financial planning advice.Scott thanks Todd for his participation and reiterates the importance of financial planning for industrial businesses.The episode ends with a call to action for listeners to connect with Todd and take steps to secure their financial future. If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation. Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Why You Need To Podcast” for Greater Success in 2026. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy! 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How do you lead well in a world transformed by AI? This week, Do Good to Lead Well tackles this question head-on, as I speak with Mike Sullivan, co-founder and Chief Growth Officer of OneDigital, and the co-author of the timely and insightful book, Workforce Intelligence. Throughout our conversation, Mike breaks through both the hype and the fear surrounding AI in today's workforce. As a champion of people-centered AI, he offers an inspiring roadmap for activating, not replacing, the human workforce.Listeners are invited into the story of “Ben,” a digital coworker, and how Mike and his team treat AI onboarding like hiring a real employee: with transparency, development, and high expectations. The result? A culture where humans and digital agents collaborate, learn, and continuously improve together. We also discuss how workforce intelligence is being redefined and how high-performing teams are built not on software alone, but on empathy, transparency, and courage.For leaders and organizations seeking practical strategies, this episode brims with actionable advice, from measuring workforce intelligence to ensuring HR has a seat at the AI table. It's a compelling argument for seeing the faces behind the headcount, and for cultivating trust as the cornerstone of 21st-century leadership.What You'll Learn- Start with honesty, not hype when it comes to AI.- Don't treat AI as ‘software': Treat it like a coworker.- Transparent roles & faces build trust.- What is your Workforce Intelligence (WI) score? The success metric.- Activation moments matter.- Top-down Is the only way forward.- People Always Come First.- It's not either/or. It's Human Intelligence (HI) + Artificial Intelligence (AI). Podcast Timestamps(00:00) – Personal Fear and the Human Side of AI(06:02) – No Code? No Problem – Mike's Personal AI Journey(10:05) – The Human Side of AI Deployment(12:29) – Hiring AI Coworkers: Internship to Full-Time(16:33) – Managing a Blended Human-AI Workforce(21:54) – HR's Role and Navigating Workforce Change(26:29) – Defining Workforce Intelligence and the WI Score(30:58) – Overcoming Employee Fears and Building Trust(37:43) – Leadership Activation and Empathy in the Age of AI(53:00) – Final Reflections and The Humanity TestKEYWORDSPositive Leadership, AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Transformation, Workplace Intelligence, People-First Leadership, Human-Centric Organizations, AI Adoption, Digital Coworkers, Organizational Change, Employment Disruption, Job Automation, Human Resources (HR), Talent Management, Growth Mindset, Trust in Leadership, Empathy in Business, AI Onboarding, Blended Workforce, WI score, Transparency in AI, Disruption, Future of Work, Human-AI Collaboration, Managing AI Anxiety, CEO Success

What if the hardest conversations you have with your mentee could actually become some of the most important moments in your relationship? In this episode of You Can Mentor, Zach and Derrick unpack the power of building trust, creating a safe environment, and earning the right to speak truth—even when that truth is difficult to hear. Discover how to have hard conversations with love, wisdom, courage, and the fruit of the Spirit while calling the people you mentor toward the person God created them to be. If this podcast has encouraged or equipped you, would you take 30 seconds to leave a 5-star rating? On Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom of the You Can Mentor page and click “Write a Review.” On Spotify, go to our page, click the three dots next to the settings wheel, and hit “Rate Show.” It helps us reach more mentors like you.Want to go deeper?• Join our Learning Lab for mentoring resources and community• Sign up for our newsletter to stay in the loop• Come to our annual You Can Mentor GatheringYou can find everything at www.youcanmentor.com or follow us on instagram @youcanmentor

Most lawyers are taught how to practice law, not how to lead people. Then one day, they are handed a team and expected to figure it out. In episode 633 of the Lawyerist Podcast, Stephanie Everett talks with Debbie Foster about leading people, the second cornerstone from their book, Be a Next Level Leader.  Debbie and Stephanie break people's leadership into four essential responsibilities: building trust, developing others, communicating clearly, and holding standards. They explain why trust grows through small, human interactions, why leaders often overload their most dependable employees, and how delegation can become a tool for development instead of a way to clear your own plate.  They also explore why teams cannot meet expectations that were never clearly communicated, how positive and constructive feedback help people grow, and why “no news is good news” is not a leadership strategy.  If you want to build a team that can take greater ownership, perform at a higher level, and succeed without relying on one overburdened A player, this episode offers a practical place to start.  Listen to our previous episodes on Law Firm Leadership, Delegation, and Building Stronger Teams.  #632: Law Firm Leadership: How to Lead Yourself Before Leading Your Team, with Debbie Foster & Stephanie Everett Apple | Spotify | LTN  #631: Tune In Before You Jump In: A Better Way to Delegate, with Shawn Vanderhoven Apple | Spotify | LTN  #616: From Solo to CEO: Letting Go of Legal Work to Grow Your Firm, with Ellen Williamson Apple | Spotify | LTN  #615: How to Stop Being the Bottleneck and Build Stronger Teams, with Debbie Foster and Stephanie Everett Apple | Spotify | LTN    Have thoughts about today's episode? Join the conversation on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X!   If today's podcast resonates with you and you haven't read The Small Firm Roadmap Revisited yet, get the first chapter right now for free! Looking for help beyond the book? See if our coaching community is right for you.   Access more resources from Lawyerist at lawyerist.com.   Chapters / Timestamps  00:00 – Introduction  00:21 – Track Your Firm's Progress with the Small Firm Scorecard  03:17 – Leading People: The Second Leadership Cornerstone  04:25 – Trust, Development, Communication, and Standards  05:59 – Why Law Firms Do Not Teach People Management  07:42 – Building Trust Through Real Relationships  08:58 – Small Conversations That Strengthen Trust  10:54 – Delegating to Develop, Not Just to Offload Work  11:26 – The Overburdened A Player Problem  12:48 – Becoming a Multiplier for Your Team  13:31 – Match Delegation to Skill and Readiness  14:52 – Set Clear Expectations Before Asking for More  16:38 – Why Feedback Is a Leadership Skill  18:33 – “No News Is Good News” Does Not Work  19:08 – Learn How Your People Want to Be Recognized  19:53 – A Simple Framework for Better Feedback  21:14 – Holding Standards Without Being Harsh  22:15 – Closing Thoughts and What Comes Next 

Are you really healing, or just masking the pain? In this episode, licensed therapist Jalen Malone breaks down the truth about mental health, emotional healing, and trauma recovery.We dive deep into how therapy works, the difference between therapy vs psychology, and why overcoming trauma in the Black community requires real "soul work." Jalen shares actionable steps on how to process emotional pain, build trust, and break free from generational toxic patterns and family stigmas.If you are looking for mental health advice, personal growth, self-improvement, and therapy tips for men and women, this conversation is for you.Key Topics Covered:Mental Health & Emotional Healing: What real recovery looks likeTherapy vs Psychology: How to find the right mental health professionalOvercoming Stigma: Breaking silence on Black mental health and family traumaSoul Work: Practical steps for verbalizing pain and inner healingTimestamps:0:00 - Intro0:48 - The Path to Therapy: Faith, Service & Social Work2:21 - How to Become a Licensed Therapist8:05 - Therapy vs Psychology Explained11:15 - Building Trust & Rapport in Therapy12:20 - Healing Deep Trauma & Black Mental Health15:00 - What is "Soul Work"? How to Start Healing#MentalHealth #Therapy #EmotionalHealing #TraumaRecovery #BlackMentalHealth #JalenMalone #SelfImprovement #PersonalGrowth #SoulWork #TherapyForBlackMen #MindsetShift #PodcastEpisode

“We always aim for 60 percent. The other 40 percent, we are ready to make mistakes, learn from those mistakes, and then move forward.” A 600-meter carbonate platform forced Dr. Ahmad Riza Ghazali and his PETRONAS team to reconsider a basic assumption in their seismic workflow. Acoustic FWI and reverse time migration could not adequately image the layers beneath it, while 3D distributed acoustic sensing revealed extensive P-to-S mode conversion at the carbonate boundary. That evidence led the team toward multiparameter elastic FWI. And images that Ahmad says helped support successful drilling. His SEG Pacific South Honorary Lecture, Next Generation Seismic Imaging Elastic FWI and Wavefield Solutions for Seeing Through Complex Carbonates, turns that experience into a regional argument. As exploration moves toward deeper Miocene carbonates, better physics may expose plays conventional imaging misses. The remaining challenge is economic and organizational because elastic FWI costs substantially more, requires teams to learn together, and asks decision-makers to invest before the outcome is certain. See Ahmad's upcoming schedule and register at https://seg.org/education/lectures/seg-honorary-lecture-ahmad-ghazali/. QUESTIONS THIS CONVERSATION ANSWERS * What does mode conversion reveal that acoustic FWI misses beneath thick carbonates? * How did 3D DAS change the team's understanding of a failed imaging result? * What gives decision-makers enough confidence to drill from an emerging workflow? THIS EPISODE PROUDLY SPONSORED BY HART ENERGY SUPER DUG Conference & Expo is Hart Energy's premier shale event and the largest event of its kind. If you're looking to stay ahead of what's next in U.S. shale, don't miss the 2026 SUPER DUG, happening September 15-17 in Houston. Join the industry's top operators, executives and investors for three days of market outlooks, strategic discussions and unmatched networking focused on the trends shaping the future of oil and gas. Register today at https://hartenergy.com/SUPERDUG26. Be sure to use promo code SD26-SEG at checkout to save on your registration. Be part of the conversations shaping the future of U.S. shale. ABOUT SEISMIC SOUNDOFF Seismic Soundoff showcases conversations addressing the challenges of energy, water, and climate. Produced by the Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG) and hosted by Andrew Geary of 51 features, these episodes celebrate and inspire the geophysicists of today and tomorrow. Three new episodes monthly. See the full archive at https://seg.org/resources/podcast/.

In this episode, hosts Frank La Vigne and Andy Leonard sit down with Lawrence Snapp, CEO and board member of TrustScale, an innovative AI trust and verification platform. Together, they explore the crucial topic of trust in artificial intelligence—how hallucinations from AI models can spiral out of control and why it's essential to catch them early. Lawrence Snapp pulls back the curtain on TrustScale's journey from early AI and translation work in the 1980s and call center solutions, to its modern-day mission: empowering humans to verify and trust AI outputs with products like Argus. You'll hear about real-world impacts in fields like healthcare, legal, and research, learn how TrustScale's deterministic engine outpaces humans in hallucination detection, and dive into debates around truth, trustworthiness, and the future of configuring AI values. Whether you're an industry veteran or just curious about how we build trustworthy AI, this episode is packed with insights on technology, responsibility, and the power of rigorous engineering.LinksWatch on YouTube -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RjM7lxn3Qk8Lawrence on LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrence-snapp-408339/Time Stamps00:00 Funny AI-generated story03:37 Company's Evolution from Translation to AI07:32 Developing the TrustScale engine11:35 Using AI for collaboration13:39 Building a trust scoring system18:12 Working at BASF and AI testing19:32 New developments in voice assistants23:41 Trust scale and company confidence26:13 AI mishap in medical drama32:48 Overcoming AI recency and cost challenges36:54 AI's impact on career growth38:50 Interviewing and developing talent43:31 Starting with Polaroids and AI goals46:54 Discussing TrustScale and AI interactions50:42 Empowering AI customization for users51:45 AI ethics discussion in Los Altos

Can you verify that a private charter is legal and safe before you board—and before your money moves? CoachAir founder and CEO Jacob Baumler joins Dr. Wayne Pernell to reveal a largely hidden problem within private aviation: passengers may have no simple way to confirm an operator's authority, aircraft status, pilot qualifications, insurance, and trip legality. Jacob's mission began after he personally experienced an illegal charter and fraud. In response, he and his wife founded CoachAir to help replace aviation's fragmented, trust-based processes with connected verification and protected transactions. In this episode: The personal experience that inspired CoachAir• What makes a private charter legal or illegal• Why Part 135 certification matters• How passengers can verify before they fly• Why aviation still relies on paper, spreadsheets, and phone calls• How protected payments can serve passengers and operators• How better aircraft visibility could improve emergency response• What FBOs and vertiports do• How air taxis will change transportation• Why advanced air mobility needs verified trust• Jacob's leadership vision for scaling CoachAir• The future of safer, frictionless aviation Jacob also explains why this issue extends beyond today's private travelers. As air taxis, electric aircraft, drones, and other new forms of mobility become more accessible, the industry will need a safety and trust infrastructure capable of scaling with them. Learn more about Jacob and CoachAir:https://www.GoCoachAir.com/ Subscribe to One Sharp Sword for candid conversations with leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, and changemakers who are cutting through to what matters most.

In this episode, Morgan Beschle, Vice President of Product at RevSpring, discusses the evolution of AI toward agentic workflows, why trusted data and a strong data foundation are critical, and how healthcare organizations can use risk frameworks and human oversight to build confidence in AI-driven actions. This episode is sponsored by RevSpring.

What does it take to earn the trust of one of America's most respected communities when you have none of the traditional credentials? In this powerful episode of The ToosDay Crüe Show, Stephen and Jake sit down with Anna Redmond, Founder & CEO of Brav, to discuss her unlikely journey from Harvard and venture capital into the world of physical security, where she built a company trusted by veterans, first responders, and organizations across the country. Anna shares how she entered an industry where she had no military or law enforcement background, why humility became her greatest leadership tool, and how surrounding herself with experienced professionals helped transform an ambitious idea into a thriving business. The conversation also explores her latest venture, AllCoin, an innovative platform preserving the legacy of military and first responder challenge coins through blockchain technology—ensuring that the stories, service, and sacrifice behind every coin are never lost. Along the way, the crew dives into entrepreneurship, servant leadership, trust, security, resilience, innovation, and the value of doing hard things. Whether you're a veteran, entrepreneur, business owner, first responder, or someone looking for the courage to take your own leap into the unknown, this episode delivers practical wisdom, inspiring stories, and plenty of laughs. In This Episode: • Building credibility in an industry where you're the outsider • Leadership lessons learned from veterans and first responders • Why humility is one of the greatest business advantages • How Brav is changing physical security consulting • The future of digital challenge coins through AllCoin • Entrepreneurship, innovation, and taking calculated risks • Why "Do Hard Things" is more than just a slogan • The importance of preserving military traditions for future generations If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to follow The ToosDay Crüe Show, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who's building something bigger than themselves. Be Humble. Stay Hungry. Keep Hustling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Anyone can call themselves a coach, but what actually makes someone worth hiring?In this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur, business strategist, and Profit Advisor founder Malcolm Reid Jr. to unpack the trust crisis in the coaching industry. After building multiple seven-figure businesses and helping business owners uncover hidden revenue opportunities, Malcolm shares what truly separates great coaches from everyone else. We dive into why trust has become the biggest currency in business, the systems every coach needs to scale sustainably, how AI is changing the industry, and why getting results, not going viral, is the foundation of long-term success.Free ResourceMalcolm is giving listeners a free copy of his book, Massive Action, where he shares 22 no- and low-cost strategies to uncover hidden revenue opportunities, increase profitability, and grow your business without relying on expensive marketing tactics.Download your free copy at: 100KLeak.comConnect with Malcolm: https://proglobalba.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/proglobalexpert/ Connect with me, Hayleigh Hayhurst:Apply to work with us: https://hello.dubsado.com/public/form/view/6521a4cc8fdeed003a859a44Steal my Podcast Launch Checklist for free: ⁠https://www.espressopodcastproduction.com/checklistWebsite: ⁠https://www.espressopodcastproduction.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/espressopodcastproduction/⁠YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@EspressoPodcastProduction⁠Produced by Espresso Podcast Production: ⁠https://www.espressopodcastproduction.comJoin the Conversation: What did you think of this episode? Share your thoughts and key takeaways with me on social media using the hashtag #EmployeeToBoss. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with your network.

I used to think about marketing as traffic and conversion, and I made good money doing it. I also burned out, and my conscience was shot — because when the sale is the priority, people become units to move through a funnel. Trust is slower. It's also what I now build for, thinking in years and decades instead of this month's numbers. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit georgekao.substack.com

Lisa Bishop Spencer is the executive director of the Canadian Centre for Food Integrity (CCFI). In this episode, she explores the trust gap between Canadian consumers and the food system. Lisa unpacks the national trends shaping consumer behaviour and how food producers can build real confidence by choosing clarity, relatability, and stories of progress over perfection.

Priya Bathija, Healthcare Executive, Strategic Advisor, Speaker, Podcast Host, Professor & Trustee and Lauren Riplinger, Chief Public Policy and Impact Officer, AHIMA, discuss how healthcare organizations can strengthen trust through better collection, sharing and use of social determinants of health data. They also explore the role of health information professionals, AI, data governance and why building trust is a shared responsibility across healthcare.

In this episode of our 3-part series exploring the foundations of positive leadership, I speak with Kevin Ford, the award-winning, past CEO of Calian Group, about how to effectively connect with others. In a world grappling with AI, remote work, and breakneck change, we examine explore what meaningful connection looks like in practice. Starting with candor and transparency, our discussion explores why authentic openness isn't just a nice-to-have, but a business essential. Kevin shares some real-life examples from leading a global, publicly traded company to amplify the conversation from theory to tangible action.Our journey continues with a deep dive into respect, which is not a formality rooted in title, but rather the lived foundation of innovative, resilient culture. Empathy emerges as our final, essential ingredient, with stories illustrating how courageous listening and presence lead organizations through uncertainty and drive sustainable results. Key moments include revealing the inner workings of boardroom transparency, the contagious effects of a leader's sincerity, and the simple yet radical act of asking, “How are you really doing?” Insights on how accountability and compassion coexist provide leaders with a nuanced blueprint for addressing hard truths without losing humanity.Listeners will come away with a wealth of practical strategies, from how to tune into team energy, to acting on feedback with genuine care. For anyone looking to elevate their leadership and transform team dynamics, this episode delivers both the why and the how.What You'll Learn- The Importance of Candor and Transparency in Leadership.- How Transparency Builds Trust and Followership.- Cultivating a Culture of Respect.- Navigating Difficult Conversations With Respect.- Demonstrating and Developing Empathy: A Leadership Superpower.- Positive energy matters, especially in tough times.- Balancing Empathy, Accountability, and Performance. Podcast Timestamps(00:00) - Introduction to Part 2: Connecting with Others(01:59) - The Challenge of Connection in a Tech-Driven World(02:36) - Candor and Transparency in Leadership(07:36) - Transparency Across Stakeholders(13:09) - The Foundation of Respect(19:59) - (25:03) - Respect in Difficult Conversations and Layoffs(29:01) - Empathy as a Leadership Imperative(36:29) - Empathy in Action and Leading Through Crisis(47:03) - The Courage to Embrace Raw Emotions(55:07) - Reflecting on the Leadership JourneyKEYWORDSPositive Leadership, Candor, Transparency, Authenticity, Self-Leadership, Respect, Empathy, Leadership Culture, Company Values, Accountability, Performance Management, Giving Feedback, Employee Engagement, Emotional Intelligence, Human-Centered Leadership, Difficult Conversations, Building Trust, Stakeholder Communication, Navigating Change, Remote Work, CEO Success

In the final episode of this series, Professor Habib Naqvi MBE looks ahead to the future of equitable healthcare. From the economic impact of health inequalities and rebuilding trust with underserved communities to the role of patients in shaping healthcare policy, he explores the changes needed to create a fairer NHS. The episode also examines emerging challenges in health equity, lessons from international approaches, and the reasons for optimism about the future of race equity and healthcare. Timestamps: ·       1:07 – Equity: A Moral and Economic Priority ·       04:06 – The Bigger Picture ·       05:28 – Building Trust ·       07:50 – International Partnerships ·       10:00 – New Trends ·       11:48 – Patients and Communities ·       14:30 – Intersectionality ·       15:59 – Looking Forward ·       17:46 - Optimism

Welcome to the Water Quality Association Podcast. Find us at https://wqa.org. Ethics in the water treatment industry involves more than following rules. It is reflected in how professionals test water, explain results, recommend treatment and respond when something goes wrong. Candice Wentling, MWS and director of Certified Action, joins the WQA Podcast to discuss the four A's of professionalism. She explains the ethical gray areas that can arise in customer conversations, the difference between education and fear-based selling and how company leaders can create standards that hold up under pressure. Learn more about the WQA Code of Ethics at http://wqa.org.

OCR has been around for more than 40 years. So why do the world's biggest banks still have thousands of people reading documents by hand? When Dan Maloney became CEO of Landing AI in 2024, as Andrew Ng stepped back from the day-to-day, he was returning to a problem he had first worked on at SAP back in 2001. When he looked closely at it again two decades later, he was struck by how little it had actually moved. Landing AI's mission is to make the world's documents computable. Instead of growing up from OCR and patching its limits with templates and heuristics, Landing AI came at the problem from visual AI, blending purpose-built models, an intelligent router, and agentic reasoning into a single system that reads a document the way a person does. Today that system extracts structured data from the messiest documents enterprises have, the scanned pages, the tables inside tables, the handwritten forms, at accuracy levels they can build on. Before every enterprise had an AI strategy... Before "agentic" became a boardroom word... Before the industry spent a year token maxing... There was a quieter, more stubborn problem: The world's data was trapped in documents, and no one could read it at scale. In this episode of the Future of Data & AI Podcast, Dan Maloney, CEO of Landing AI and a two-decade veteran of enterprise software and AI, joins Raja Iqbal for a grounded conversation about what it actually takes to move visual AI from an impressive demo into production. Dan is candid about where the hype outruns reality, why the model is the smallest part of the equation, and how a company earns the trust of a compliance team, not just an engineering one. What You'll Discover

We're getting personal in this episode! I'm sharing my thoughts on imposter syndrome and ethical marketing, but I'm also breaking down the huge Reels Lab sale that I just had, with numbers, and why this was so important to me. We'll talk about two key marketing strategies that no one else is talking about (building trust and sharing your values) that made this sale a major success. PS. I'm sharing everything, how many emails went out, social media posts, how many story views I had, and how much I actually made, because I want you to walk away from this episode feeling inspired and know that this is possible for you too. In this episode we'll be covering:Revisiting my early days as a baby social media manager and the unethical sales and marketing techniques many of us experience.Real number transparency: I'm pulling out actual data from this $140K four day sale so you can see exactly what happened behind the scenes, all while I was relaxing at the beach.Building trust with your audience will help you make more sales, especially now as very weary customers.Sharing your values to reach and resonate with the right people, we want to know who we are working with and that we share common ideals.Ethical marketing and trusting your instincts when it comes to buying, plus a look at my approach when it comes to The Reels Lab (and any other offers)!Featured content in this episode:Itsmommysalami: I think the library is cooler than TargetRecommended episodes:Episode 105: Know When to Tune Out the Guru Advice and Trust YourselfEpisode 113: This Instagram Story Strategy Became My Biggest Sales FunnelEpisode 117: How to Start Making Money Without Fancy FunnelsEpisode 118: Identity Maxxing Will Help You Find Your Ideal AudienceEpisode 121: Discover What's Valuable Once You Start PostingSend a message!If you use the send a message option above, be sure to include your email address if you would like a reply! (Please allow 3-5 business days for a response)Join me in the Reels Lab!Love this conversation? Make sure to follow and subscribe so you never miss an episode.Connect with me on Instagram!

Nancy Verdezoto-Feijoo spent 15 years as a reporter and editor in Ecuador before landing in Manitoba as marketing manager at IHT Group, which builds heating, cooling, and lighting systems for the swine industry. She argues the newsroom taught her the one skill industrial marketers most often skip: listen before you speak. Her buyers are technical, deeply experienced, and allergic to buzzwords, and they talk to each other, which means a single bad experience travels faster than any campaign. Nancy walks Jeff and Carman through months-long buying cycles, why proof beats claims, and why she treats marketing as a growth function rather than a support function.

Read the full article at: https://oncdata.com/real-world-evidence-ai-in-oncology Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming oncology research, but its impact depends on high-quality data. As researchers increasingly rely on real-world evidence (RWE) to complement clinical trials, ensuring that data is accurate, complete, and transparent has become just as important as developing new AI tools. In this episode of Exploring AI in Oncology, Waqas Haque, MD, MPH, Hematology/Oncology Fellow at the University of Chicago, speaks with Saamir Pasha, Senior Biostatistician at Ontada, about two complementary areas of innovation—the establishment of rigorous frameworks to assess the quality of oncology real-world data, and the exploration into how generative AI can accelerate complex biostatistical workflows while maintaining scientific rigor and regulatory transparency. Together, these efforts illustrate how AI is poised to enhance—not replace—the expertise required to generate reliable evidence in oncology.

The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit In this companion episode to Internal Auditor magazine's "The NextGen Audit Mentor," Marko Horvat sits down with Sarah Kuhn to explore how she built an AI-powered "audit mentor" to support auditor onboarding, training, and professional development. Kuhn shares how a simple idea to scale knowledge sharing evolved into an agentic AI tool that helps auditors learn, ask better questions, and navigate their careers. The conversation covers practical lessons for implementing AI, managing guardrails, fostering adoption, and ensuring AI enhances rather than replaces auditor judgment. HOST: Marko Horvat, CPA, Chief Financial Officer ,ELB Learning GUEST: Sarah Kuhn, CIA, CRMA, CCSA Principal Audit Consultant KEY POINTS: Introduction [00:00–00:01:30] Understanding Agentic AI and Identifying the Problem [00:01:31–00:04:27] Building and Testing the Audit Mentor [00:04:28–00:08:50] IIA Membership [00:08:51–00:09:27] Driving Adoption and Building Trust [00:09:28–00:13:02] Why the Tool Is a Mentor, Not an Answer Bot [00:13:03–00:17:14] Career Development, Coaching, and Quality Review [00:17:15–00:21:47] Preserving Auditor Judgment and Preventing Overreliance [00:21:48–00:25:42] Lessons Learned: Keeping AI Agents Focused [00:25:43–00:28:47] The Future of Agentic AI in Internal Audit [00:28:48–00:31:17] Final Thoughts [00:31:18–00:32:20] IIA RELATED CONTENT:  Interested in this topic? Visit the links below for more resources: The NextGen Audit Mentor — Internal Auditor magazine (August Issue) IIA Membership Global Internal Audit Standards New Internal Auditing Competency Framework Knowledge Center: Artificial Intelligence   Visit The IIA's website or YouTube channel for related topics and more. Follow All Things Internal Audit: Apple Podcasts Spotify Libsyn Deezer

"Everybody thinks that autonomous heavy equipment is commonplace, whereas in fact the adoption is basically zero."Frederik Filz-Reiterdank said that to us from the operator's seat of an autonomous roller, on a live chip fab site in upstate New York, with his dozers and dump trucks working away behind him.His company, Crewline AI, raised a $7.1M seed earlier this year led by Initialized Capital and Nebular to automate the machine operators hate driving.What we got into:✅ Why the roller is the wedge for construction autonomy, and why the excavator falls last✅ A retrofit kit that turns a standard drum roller into a self-driving one in under an hour✅ Selling a "virtual roller operator" instead of renting out a robot✅ The four month insurance grind nobody warns robotics founders about✅ Why 95% of candidates are disqualified the moment they hear about the forward-deployed lifestyleFull episode now live on YouTube and Spotify.#bricksandbytes #bricksbytes #bricksbucksandbytes #aec #construction #constructiontech #ai #vcOur Sponsors:BreadCrumb- 50,000+ projects globally. All running safer, faster, with Breadcrumb. - breadcrumb.coAphex is the multiplayer planning platform where construction teams plan together, stay aligned, and deliver projects faster – check out aphex.coArchdesk - “The #1 Construction Management Software for Growing Companies - Manage your projects from Tender to Handover” check archdesk.comChapters00:00 Teaser01:00 Introduction and Context of the Conversation03:43 Autonomy in Construction: Current State and Misconceptions09:21 Choosing Rollers: The Perfect Wedge for Automation11:47 Understanding Pain Points in Construction14:55 Business Models: Robotics as a Service vs. Outcome-Based Pricing18:49 Deployment Strategy for Autonomous Rollers21:00 Insurance and Liability Challenges22:09 Building Trust with Customers24:45 Overcoming Skepticism in Construction27:49 Future of Automation in Construction32:10 First Steps for Contractors

In this episode of the Hospitable Hosts podcast, our guest is Paul Buonopane, COO at Stay. We explore how Stay is revolutionizing direct bookings for vacation rental owners and managers. Paul shares insights on building trust, integrating with Hospitable, and strategies to diversify booking channels for resilience.For more information, visit: https://staywithstay.com/Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction0:53 - Direct Booking Channel Stay3:23 - Stay's Purpose6:00 - Building Trust with Travelers7:37 - Getting Listed on Stay8:51 - Diversifying Your Booking Strategy12:00 - Getting Started with Direct Bookings13:30 - Direct Booking Misconceptions15:15 - AI in Vacation Rental Business16:50 - Host Success Stories at Stay

Learn more about A-Dec*: https://bit.ly/4fXpco2Building trust with your patients is one of the most important skills you can develop as a dentist. Trust is beyond clinical skills or having the perfect case presentation.Dr. Haley shares 5 keys to building stronger, more trusting relationships with your dental patients.Whether you're a dental student, new dentist, associate, or experienced provider, this episode is a reminder that patient trust is built through the small, consistent interactions that help patients feel heard, informed, and confident in their care.Podcast TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@dentaldownloadpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Haley's Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dr.haley.dds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Haley's TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.haley.dds?lang=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

What if one of the greatest gifts you could give your husband isn't another solution, but a safe place to be fully known?If you've ever wondered why your husband doesn't open up, struggles to be vulnerable, or keeps his thoughts to himself, this episode is for you. We're talking about how to build emotional safety in your marriage so your husband feels seen, heard, and secure enough to share what's on his heart.You'll walk away with practical, biblical strategies to strengthen trust, improve communication, and create deeper emotional connection in your marriage.

Unlongevity: Escaping Optimization Culture With VimedCell Founders Ramona Roemer & Andreas HeiglHost Jason Wright interviews Ramona Roemer and Andreas Heigl, co-founders of VimedCell, a longevity clinic in Switzerland and Germany, about their book Unlongevity: Escaping Optimization Culture to Restore Health, Meaning, and a Life That Fits (out August 11).They discuss how high-performing clients often overuse biohacking, wearables, supplements, and protocols, creating stress and losing clarity despite heavy effort. Drawing on nearly 20 years of clinical work, they propose an integrative framework across biology, cognition, emotion, energy, and purpose, emphasizing discernment, timing, alignment, and individualized priorities rather than standardized protocols.They share an example of a founder whose cognition improved after addressing cortisol dysregulation and reducing stimulants and supplement load. They explain their patient intake process, focus on trust-building and observation, and aim to empower clients with transparent reports for coordination with their own doctors.Episode Chapters00:00 Welcome and Setup00:18 Meet the Guests00:24 Optimization Culture Trap01:37 Clinic and Book Overview02:43 Subscribe and Sponsor03:56 Basel Small Talk05:03 Why Unlongevity Matters07:03 Founders Origin Story09:15 Beyond Biology Framework12:23 Cognition Under Stress13:13 Founder Case Study14:57 Five Axes Prioritization16:20 Building Trust with Clients19:30 Taking Away Protocols23:23 Cold Plunge Reality Check25:37 Data vs Self Healing27:35 Type 1 Diabetes Example28:09 Training With Purpose29:36 Why Treatments Differ32:32 Life Worth Living35:03 Clinic Intake Process40:11 Testing And Biomarkers41:19 Unlongevity Framework44:36 Avoid Protocol Overload46:51 Awareness Over Tactics51:17 Where To Find The Book52:53 Wrap Up And Disclaimer

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The best coaches don't always push harder – they understand better. Dutch athletics coach Charles van Commenée reveals why empathy is often a more powerful performance tool than measurement, targets, or challenge alone. Discover how understanding what truly drives each individual can unlock greater motivation, stronger relationships, and better results, along with a practical exercise to uncover the mindset behind behaviour.Looking to take your leadership to the next level? Why not join our next cohort of the Winning Mindset for Leaders Programme featuring inspirational insights and success strategies from some of the world's leading minds. This flexible twelve week digital coaching experience will give you the confidence and clarity you need to thrive in uncertain times. Learn more here Winning Mindset for Leaders Programme - Sporting EdgeConnect with JeremyContact hello@sportingedge.com LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremysnape/ Website https://www.sportingedge.com/

In this episode of The Brand Called You, Ashutosh Garg speaks with Gautam Ganglani, CEO, Right Selection Corporate Events, and author of Breaking Bread, about his remarkable journey from a family bookstore to building a global thought leadership business.Gautam shares what truly distinguishes a transformational thought leader from a keynote speaker, explores the future of conferences in the age of AI, and explains why live events continue to create lasting value. He also discusses the importance of trust, authentic leadership, executive coaching, and relationship-building, while reflecting on lessons learned from renowned thought leaders including Marshall Goldsmith, Stephen Covey, and Ron Kaufman.Whether you're an aspiring leader, event organizer, executive, or speaker, this conversation offers practical insights into leadership, personal growth, and building meaningful professional relationships.

Financial challenges are rarely just about numbers—they're about life, transitions, and the support people need along the way.In this episode of Real Money, Real Experts, hosts Rachael DeLeon and Dr. Brandy Baxter sit down with AFC®, CFP® Dedrick Curtis to discuss the unique financial realities facing veterans, military families, and caregivers. As Program Manager for the Veterans Benefits Banking Program and founder of Penny Earned Financial, Dedrick shares how behavioral finance, financial counseling, and financial planning work together to help people navigate everything from financial crises to long-term wealth building.Together, they explore the difference between financial counseling and financial planning, why collaboration among financial professionals leads to better client outcomes, and how empathy, trust, and financial education can empower individuals through every stage of their financial journey.Timestamps:00:00 – Welcome & Guest Introduction02:26 – What Is the Veterans Benefits Banking Program (VBBP)?04:53 – The Biggest Financial Challenges Veterans Face Today06:37 – Why Personal Finance Is More Personal Than Finance08:25 – Financial Counseling vs. Financial Planning: What's the Difference?11:50 – Financial Journeys Aren't Always Linear12:18 – How Financial Counselors and Planners Can Better Collaborate15:56 – Building Trust with Clients During Financial Stress19:08 – Serving Veterans Through Specialized Financial Guidance22:14 – How the Financial Industry Can Better Support Military Families24:41 – Dedrick's Two Cents: Why More People Should Become Financial Counselors26:24 – Where to Connect with Dedrick Curtis27:59 – Key Takeaways: Meeting Clients Where They Are30:31 – Closing RemarksShownotes:Learn more about Veterans Banking!Military Financial AdvisorsLearn more about Penny Earned Financial!Connect with Dedrick! Want to get involved with AFCPE®?Here are a few places to start: Become a Member, Sign up for an Essentials Course, or Get AFC Certified today!Want to support the podcast? We love partnering with organizations that share our mission and values. Download our media kit.

"Visibility is not the end goal. The end goal is how does that visibility enable me to make a quick decision." - Mohit Ahuja, Strategy & Transformation Leader, Caterpillar Business leaders can no longer afford to think about digital procurement as "plug and play." This is especially true in manufacturing, where the risks of disruption run deep. Legacy systems, change-weary teams, and rapid-fire market shifts all raise the stakes for today's CPOs. In this episode, Mohit Ahuja, a strategy and transformation leader at Caterpillar, shares what it takes to navigate these challenges. Drawing on over 16 years across engineering, supply chain, and operations, Mohit offers candid stories and actionable strategies for moving the needle on digital transformation without leaving people behind. Whether you're wrestling with technical debt, siloed teams, or cultural resistance, this episode delivers perspective for CPOs and procurement professionals trying to drive lasting impact. In this episode, Mohit covers how procurement can: -Move from reactive to proactive and enable real-time, predictive risk management -Build trust on the shop floor by practicing adaptive leadership -Focus on early, low-risk wins to build momentum for transformation -Shift from cost minimization to resilience as a core procurement goal   Links: Mohit Ahuja on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohit--ahuja/  Subscribe to the AOP Newsletter: https://resources.artofprocurement.com/art-of-procurement-podcast-subscribe  Subscribe to Art of Procurement on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ArtofProcurement   

Jonathan Hung is the Managing Partner of Entrepreneur Ventures, an early-stage signal fund investing in a broad portfolio of promising startups through fast, conviction-driven checks. Before launching the fund, Jonathan invested more than $10 million across 250 companies and 50 venture funds, building an extensive view of what separates durable founders from short-term momentum.He is also the author of Your Emergency Contact, which explores why trust, reliability, and strong professional relationships are essential to building successful companies and investment partnerships. Earlier in his career, Jonathan helped operate his family's international textile business, an experience that shaped his practical approach to entrepreneurship, leadership, and capital allocation.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhung/Website: https://www.entrepreneur.vc

Most back-to-school advice says lock down routines first, then relax and get to know your students. I think that's backwards. Norms and routines don't come with consequences attached, they're just how a classroom runs, and they only hold when kids feel connected to you and to each other. Connected students take care of your supplies when you're not watching. They're kind to each other when you're not watching.In this episode I walk through the strategies I actually use in my fifth grade classroom, why they work, and how they add up over time (tip off to Brené Brown's marble jar idea!). What I coverwhy routines sit on top of relationships, not the other way around7 no-prep strategies and why they workwhat I learned from Brené Brown's marble jarwhy upper elementary students need this just as much as younger kids!!LinksiExploreScience Blog: Strategies To Build Trust And Classroom Community

Do you ever feel like your teen knows exactly how to push your buttons? It's easy to focus on changing your teen's behavior, but what if the biggest shift starts with you? Many parents unknowingly carry emotional wounds from their own childhood that shape how they respond to conflict, criticism, and connection with their teens. In this episode, Dr. Cam sits down with licensed therapist, attachment expert, and bestselling author Eli Harwood to explore how healing your own emotional baggage can transform your relationship with your teen. Together, they discuss the impact of generational trauma, why secure attachment doesn't require perfect parenting, and how balancing emotional warmth with healthy boundaries helps teens grow into confident, independent adults. If you're ready to break unhealthy family patterns and build a stronger connection with your teen, this episode offers compassionate, research-backed guidance. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE How unresolved emotional wounds can affect the way you parent your teen Why secure attachment comes from balancing emotional support with healthy boundaries How to stop repeating generational patterns and build a stronger parent-teen relationship Why repairing mistakes—not being a perfect parent—is what helps teens feel safe and connected

In remodeling and construction, the cheapest bid often gets the most attention—but it rarely tells the full story.In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Doug Riggs, Co-Owner and President of Creative Roofing Co. and founder of Riggs Home Builders, to talk about building trust in an industry where homeowners are skeptical, competitors are underbidding, and quality is often hard to explain.They discuss how great contractors educate clients, protect their margins, stand behind their work, and create value beyond price. This conversation is about more than roofing—it is about what it takes to run a referral-worthy construction business without racing to the bottom.In The Zonehttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/in-the-zone/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/episode-52-the-price-is-the-price-building-trust-in-a-low-bid-industry

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Jason Kramer is the Founder and CEO of Cultivize, where he helps businesses transform their CRM systems into engines for sales growth. Working with organizations across multiple countries, Jason specializes in implementing structured, repeatable sales processes that improve lead conversion, strengthen customer relationships, and maximize revenue.A trusted CRM strategist, speaker, and podcast guest, Jason is passionate about helping sales and marketing teams align around smarter systems, better data, and consistent execution that drives measurable results.SHOW SUMMARYWhat if your CRM became one of your greatest sales assets instead of another administrative task?In this episode of Selling from the Heart, Larry Levine and Darrell Amy welcome Jason Kramer to discuss why CRM success has very little to do with software—and everything to do with mindset, process, accountability, and consistency.Jason explains that many salespeople view CRM as a reporting tool for management when it should be a performance tool that helps them prioritize opportunities, remember important customer details, and consistently follow through on commitments. He shares why even the most advanced technology cannot compensate for an undefined sales process or inconsistent leadership.The conversation also explores the growing role of AI, automation, lead scoring, buying signals, and meeting transcripts. Jason offers practical strategies for reducing administrative work, improving follow-up, and helping sales professionals spend more time doing what matters most—building authentic relationships with their customers.KEY TAKEAWAYSShift your CRM mindset from reporting to revenue generation.Technology cannot fix a broken or undefined sales process.Consistent follow-up builds trust and protects customer relationships.Leaders must model CRM adoption and create accountability across the team.Lead scoring and customer insights help prioritize the right opportunities.AI and automation should reduce administrative work—not replace relationships.Ongoing coaching and reinforcement are essential for long-term CRM success.Strong CRM habits improve consistency, productivity, and sales performance.The best CRM is the one your team actually uses every day.HIGHLIGHT QUOTESSelling from the heart is being authentic, honest, and genuine.The tool alone isn't going to solve the problem.I've never met a salesperson that doesn't want to follow up.Software doesn't solve problems. People solve problems.Once you look away, things can go back to bad habits very quickly.ADDITIONAL RESOURCESExplore the secrets of heart-centered leadership and thriving workplace cultures with Culture from the Heart Podcast! Nominate a visionary CEO at www.culturefromtheheart.com!Listen to Larry Levine's Bestselling Book: Selling in a Post-Trust World! Now available on Audible! Transform your sales approach with insights that matter.  Subscribe to The Selling from the Heart Podcast Youtube Channel! Stay updated with the latest episodes and leadership tips: Selling from the Heart YouTubeGet Your Daily Dose of Inspiration:Click Here for Your Daily Dose

NBA personality and creative consultant Vic Jacobi joins Mixed Signals to talk about how she built one of the more unusual careers in sports media — starting from a Kobe Bryant Twitter follow in high school and turning it into a decade of courtside access, Fashion Week client work, and a branding studio in downtown Manhattan. Max asks Vic how she earned the trust of players who keep famously tight circles, what it means to be the person between an athlete and an agency, and why former NBA star Carmelo Anthony told her she needed to start getting paid for her work. They also get into who has the best "drip" in the league, why the "tunnel fit" era has peaked, and what it was like to navigate Ibiza with three Atlanta Hawks players who needed a plug for a yacht. Sign up for Semafor Media's Sunday newsletter: https://www.semafor.com/newsletters/media  For more from Think with Google, check out ThinkwithGoogle.com. Find us on X: @semaforben, @maxwelltani If you have a tip or a comment, please email us mixedsignals@semafor.com

Meredith Martin, the new conference treasurer and director of administrative services, shares her journey, experience, and vision for her new role. She emphasizes the importance of stewardship, accountability, and mission in managing the financial and administrative aspects of the conference. Meredith's background as a deacon, social worker, and nonprofit leader has prepared her to bring a unique perspective to her new role, ensuring responsible and strategic financial management aligned with the mission of the church. The conversation covers topics related to financial stewardship, integrity, and responsibility, as well as the importance of financial sustainability, margin, and creative vision. It also delves into best practices for church financial health, non-traditional giving, and asset management. Additionally, the discussion touches on personal interests, hobbies, and the importance of well-being in the context of professional responsibilities.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Meredith Martin 02:06 Meredith's Calling and Background 03:12 Meredith's Experience and Preparation 05:05 Meredith's Intersection of Background and Experience 09:12 Meredith's New Role and Early Experiences 13:33 Understanding the Role of Conference Treasurer 18:50 Meredith's Week and Responsibilities 23:31 Building Trust and Connecting with Local Churches 25:57 Stewardship as Ministry 27:40 Stewardship and Integrity 33:41 Financial Sustainability and Margin 36:14 Church Financial Health 39:35 Non-Traditional Giving and Asset Management 43:29 Personal Interests and Well-Being

This week Rich Diviney delves into his latest work, 'The Masters of Uncertainty,' which offers strategies for managing stress and performing under pressure. Rich shares the importance of understanding and deconstructing attributes, the concept of dynamic subordination in teams, and the critical role of trust. The conversation also touches on the neuroscience behind dealing with uncertainty, the practice of moving horizons, and practical breathing techniques for managing autonomic arousal. Rich emphasizes the need for purpose-driven leadership and how mastering uncertainty can empower individuals to thrive in complex environments. Episode Highlights: 03:57 Writing and Impact of 'The Masters of Uncertainty' 08:30 Applying SEAL Strategies to Everyday Life 24:07 Navigating Adversity with Micro Strategies 25:58 The Power of Breathing Techniques 41:51 The Four Pillars of Trust 44:34 Dynamic Subordination in Leadership Rich Diviney is a retired Navy SEAL Commander. In a career spanning more than twenty years, he completed more than thirteen overseas deployments-eleven of which were to Iraq and Afghanistan. As the officer in charge of training for a specialized command, he spearheaded the creation of a SEAL directorate that fused physical, mental, and emotional disciplines. He led his small team to create the first ever "Mind Gym" in Naval Special Warfare that helped SEALs train their brains to perform faster, longer, and better, especially in high-stress environments. Since his retirement, Diviney has worked as a speaker, facilitator, and consultant, training more than five thousand business, athletic, and military leaders. Rich also works with Simon Sinek's organization, Start With WHY. You can learn more about Rich here: https://theattributes.com/ Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Building Texas Business, Chris Hanslik sits down with Shannon Payne, Co-Founder and CEO of Allied Fire Protection, for a conversation about building a life safety company from the ground up and the discipline it takes to grow one steadily over nearly three decades. Shannon frames his work simply, describing a business dedicated to saving lives and protecting property through the engineering, construction, service, and maintenance of fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems.Shannon shares how the company began in 1998 with three people in a Pearland garage, a lifelong friendship, and a mentor's early advice about mastering operations as the true heart of any business. He walks through the growth that followed, from the first offices on Telephone Road to expansion across Texas and eventually into markets like Nashville and Tampa, all achieved organically. He also speaks candidly about weathering back to back black swan events, including 9/11 and the financial crisis, and how deep customer relationships allowed Allied to remain profitable even through steep downturns.The conversation covers the themes that have defined Shannon's approach to leadership, starting with a commitment to hiring for values first and the story of how a rebranding effort surfaced the company's real mission by asking team members and customers who Allied truly was. He and Chris discuss the challenge of keeping culture consistent across regions, the importance of learning to let go and empower others, and the value of building in a pro business state like Texas. Shannon is also honest about hard lessons, including the million dollar cost of commodity swings in steel and pipe, and the transparency he brought to his team afterward along with the strategy he adopted to protect the company going forward.Shannon also talks about innovation in an industry that struggles to find skilled people, describing how Allied built talent acquisition and training programs that reach into high schools, military bases, and colleges to introduce young people to a career path, along with a rotational development program aimed at growing the next generation of leaders. Throughout, he returns to a principle he once taught his son, to say what you can do and do what you say, as the foundation of trust and lasting customer loyalty.For business owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders interested in disciplined growth, building a values driven culture, navigating economic uncertainty, and solving the talent challenges facing the trades, this episode offers a grounded and practical look at how a garage startup became a company operating across Texas and beyond.LINKSShow NotesPrevious EpisodesAbout BoyarMillerAbout Allied Fire Protection

   We often treat macroeconomics and B2B marketing as two completely separate ecosystems that function on entirely different levels and scale. However, if you look closer at the underlying factors such as silos, transactional friction, supply chain bottlenecks, and trust gaps, you'll realise how striking the parallels are. Have you ever considered how high-level macroeconomic policies actually mirror the daily execution battles fought within B2B marketing departments? How can B2B leaders extract these macro-level insights to solve operational challenges, streamline campaign execution, build market authority, and generate better results?In this solo episode, Christian Klepp (Host of the B2B Marketers on a Mission Podcast) shared his core strategic takeaways from the Rebuilding Alliances / Reconstruire des alliances event in Toronto. He translated complex macroeconomic frameworks into actionable strategies for B2B marketing teams. Christian talked about the importance of removing internal silos to drive cross-functional collaboration, eliminating buyer friction throughout the sales funnel, and create strategic co-marketing partnerships. He also elaborated on treating data like an organisation's “critical minerals” and how to leverage internal subject matter experts (SMEs) to establish greater industry credibility. Finally, Christian stressed the value of employer branding in talent acquisition, and why building organisational trust while defending the marketing mandate is critical.This episode was sponsored by the Economic Club of Canada. 

How do great leaders build trust while leading through change? On this episode of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer sits down with leadership expert, former Fortune 500 executive, and author Keith Wyche to discuss his new book, Uncommon Leadership: A Blueprint for Restoring Integrity, Trust, and People-Centered Leadership. Drawing from more than four decades of leadership experience at companies including Walmart, IBM, Pitney Bowes, and SuperValu, Keith shares actionable strategies for navigating organizational change while strengthening trust, engagement, and performance. Whether you're leading a team through change, managing a multigenerational workforce, or looking to become a more effective and people-centered leader, this conversation is packed with valuable insights you can apply right away. Tune in now! Key Takeaways From This Episode: Keith Wyche's Change framework How to build trust during organizational change Leadership strategies for navigating uncertainty Lessons Keith learned on his leadership journey Keys to creating resilient, high-performing teams ABOUT KEITH WYCHE: Keith Wyche is a seasoned executive and board director with over 30 years at companies like Walmart, IBM, and Pitney Bowes. He is currently a Fortune 500 board director, author, and sought-after corporate leadership keynote speaker whose career spans some of the most respected companies in corporate America. Wyche's leadership perspective has been shaped by decades of experience navigating complex organizations, large-scale change, and high-stakes decision making. His insights have been featured on NBC's Today Show, Fox Business News, USA Today, and other national media outlets.  Connect with Keith:  Order his book: https://keithwyche.com/uncommon-leadership-book/    Website: https://keithwyche.com/    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithwyche/  About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer: Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness and performance expert, keynote speaker and TEDx speaker supporting organizations and individuals on their journeys for more happiness and success. She is the award-winning author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024). With Kristel's healthcare background, she provides data driven actionable strategies to leverage happiness and high-power habits to drive growth mindsets, peak performance, profitability, well-being and a culture of excellence. Kristel's keynotes provide insights to "Live Greatly" while promoting leadership development and team building. Kristel is the creator and host of her global top self-improvement podcast, Live Greatly. She is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur, and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant having practiced clinically in Integrative Psychiatry, Kristel has a unique perspective into attaining a mindset for more happiness and success. Kristel has presented to groups from the American Gas Association, Bank of America, bp, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. Kristel's work has been featured in Forbes and she has had multiple TV appearances including NBC News Daily, ABC News Live, FOX Weather, ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago and more. Kristel lives in the Chicago, IL area and she can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide. To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here. Website: www.livegreatly.co  Follow Kristel Bauer on: Instagram: @livegreatly_co  LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer Twitter: @livegreatly_co Facebook: @livegreatly.co Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here. Click HERE to check out Kristel's corporate wellness and leadership blog Click HERE to check out Kristel's Travel and Wellness Blog Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.  Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. 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Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast talks with Dr. Anthony Cornelius Gittens, DrPH, CHES.He shares his journey in public health, emphasizing the importance of community engagement, representation in clinical trials, and the role of language and culture in shaping public health initiatives. He discusses his current role as a community clinical manager, the challenges of building trust with historically underrepresented communities, and the significance of community health workers. Dr. Gittens also reflects on his educational journey and the lessons learned along the way, advocating for a public health approach that prioritizes equity and access for all. In this conversation, Dr. Anthony Gittens shares his journey into public health, highlighting transformative experiences in Colombia that shaped his perspective. He discusses the importance of education in public health, particularly his master's and doctoral studies, and emphasizes the need for leadership and community engagement in the field. Dr. Gittens reflects on his various roles in public health, the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the significance of networking and personal development for aspiring public health professionals.

Fashion Founders host Victoria Smith speaks to Create Tomorrow host Cassandra Napoli to explore the evolving media landscape, creator influence, sustainability and future trends in apparel design. Find out how creator-led businesses are shaping the future of fashion with ground-up networks, how media fragmentation is developing fashion discourse and how to win with functional designs.

Zach Brandon spent years inside one of the most pressure-filled environments in professional sports. The biggest thing he took away was not about performance. It was about connection.In this first conversation with Zach, JP sits down with the former Head of Mental Performance and Coach Development for the Arizona Diamondbacks, on staff during their 2023 World Series run, to explore what he learned about servant leadership, building genuine relationships across a roster, and the principle most leaders quietly overlook: go see the work. Zach and JP also get honest about the cost of diluted focus and why an overused strength can quietly become your biggest limitation.This one is for any coach who has felt spread too thin, wondered whether athletes really trust them, or needed a reminder that the most powerful question you can ask is: what do you need from me today?Chapters(00:00) Intro(03:20) Fatherhood and New Direction(05:37) World Series and Arrival Fallacy(08:34) What Great Leadership Looks Like(11:28) Values: Connect, Impact, Grow(15:42) Permission to Slow Down(18:56) Building Trust Across Generations(20:55) The Pat Riley Connection Story(22:53) Mapping Relationships(24:38) Asking Veterans for Advice(28:47) Player-Led Meetings(30:42) Diluted Focus, Diluted Results(35:45) Go See the WorkTOC 3-2-13 Quotes | 2 Questions | 1 ResourceYour fast-track to this episode's most actionable ideas."I got a lot better as a leader when I showed up every day from a space of like, hey, how can I serve you?"— Zach Brandon"Diluted focus produces diluted results."— Zach Brandon"Letting each person you come into contact with be the expert on themselves — and allowing them to share their expertise."— Zach Brandon2 Questions for Your TeamQ1: If you rated your relationship with every athlete on your roster from 1 to 5, where are the gaps — and what is one move you could make this week to close the most important one?Q2: When is the last time you asked one of your athletes for advice? How might doing that more intentionally change the dynamic in your program?1 Resource to Go DeeperWin More, Live Better — podcast by Zach BrandonOne of JP's handful of go-to podcast subscriptions. The episode featuring former Washington football coach Chris Peterson is the one that first caught JP's attention. Find it and all of Zach's work at zachbrandoncoaching.com.Visit zachbrandoncoaching.comKey TakeawaysServant leadership is a daily choice, not a personality traitYou cannot build deep connection without a systemAsking for advice builds more trust than giving itDiluted focus produces diluted resultsGo see the workAn overused strength becomes a limitationGet the notes and tools:tocculture.comJoin TOC Coach — community, courses, and live coaching:tocculture.comBetter Coaches. Better Leaders. Better Culture.

In this episode of Zone 7, Sheryl McCollum is joined by retired Secret Service agent and polygraph examiner Brad Beeler to discuss what 25 years of talking with suspects, witnesses, victims, and some of the worst offenders taught him about getting people to open up and tell the truth. Brad covers why trust has to come before truth, the damage one accusatory word can do to a conversation, and how respect gets people to open up faster than pressure ever will. He also shares practical signs that may indicate deception, why sometimes the best thing you can do is stop talking and listen, and how the same principles he relied on in high-stakes investigations can help anyone become a better communicator. Highlights: (0:00) Sheryl McCollum introduces retired Secret Service agent Brad Beeler and the moment she saw his commitment to a cold case firsthand (5:30) Why making people feel heard, respected, and genuinely listened to can change a conversation (8:00) The worst thing you can call someone when you are trying to get the truth (10:00) Why Brad aims to listen 80% of the time and what investigators can learn when they stop talking (15:45) “Create a space where truth feels safe enough to emerge” (17:45) Why even the worst offenders have to be treated with respect if investigators want answers (21:30) How Brad evaluates possible deception without relying on a single supposed ‘tell’ (23:15) Turning a story into a yes-or-no question to test whether someone will stand behind what they said (24:30) Delayed answers, vocal inflection, overly specific responses, and qualifying words that may signal deception (27:15) Why respect matters more than rapport when you have little in common with someone (28:30) What protecting foreign dignitaries taught Brad about professional respect across cultural and political divides Enjoying Zone 7? Leave a rating and review where you listen to podcasts. Your feedback helps others find the show and supports the mission to educate, engage, and inspire. --- Brad Beeler is a retired U.S. Secret Service agent and polygraph examiner with 25 years of experience conducting high-stakes interviews and investigations. Named Secret Service Special Agent of the Year, he is also a recipient of the Director’s Service Award and Forensic Hero Award and a former instructor at the National Center for Credibility Assessment. He is the author of Tell me Everything: A Secret Service Agent’s Proven Strategies for Earning Trust, Revealing Truth, and Communicating with Anyone.| Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an active crime scene investigator for a metro Atlanta police department and the director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, which partners with colleges and universities nationwide. With more than four decades of experience, she has worked on thousands of cold cases using her investigative system, The Last 24/361, which integrates evidence, media, and advanced forensic testing. Her work on high-profile cases, including The Boston Strangler, Natalie Holloway, Tupac Shakur and the Moore’s Ford Bridge lynching, led to her Emmy Award for CSI: Atlanta and induction into the National Law Enforcement Hall of Fame in 2023. Social Links: Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com X: @ColdCaseTips Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum Instagram: @officialzone7podcast TikTok: @Sheryl.McCollum Sheryl’s new book, Swans Don’t Swim in a Sewer: Solving the Cold Case of the Flint River Killer’s Daughter, is available now wherever books are sold. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.