Podcasts about business attraction

In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, host Dane Carlson speaks with Aaron Pitts, Chief Commercial Officer for Business PA, who shares how Pennsylvania is revitalizing its economic development approach under Governor Shapiro's administration. Aaron explains the creation of Business PA, a dedicated unit within the Department of Community and Economic Development focused exclusively on building and maintaining business relationships. He details Pennsylvania's strategic advantages as a founding state with major cities, rural areas, and world-class educational institutions like UPenn and Carnegie Mellon, while highlighting their focus on five key sectors: life sciences, manufacturing, energy, AI/tech, and business services. Listeners learn about Pennsylvania's impressive $500 million investment in site development, streamlined permitting processes that reduced business license waits from eight weeks to two days, and how Pittsburgh has emerged as a global AI leader with companies like Google, Nvidia, and Duolingo. Aaron also shares insights from his previous experience helping create JobsOhio and explains why leaving corporate America for economic development has been so personally fulfilling. Like this show? Please leave us a review here (https://econdevshow.com/rate-this-podcast/) — even one sentence helps! Ten Actionable Takeaways for Economic Developers Create dedicated units focused solely on business relationships within your economic development organization to ensure businesses receive specialized attention. Invest significantly in site readiness programs with dedicated funding to create shovel-ready locations that can immediately accommodate business relocations. Implement a concierge service for permitting to help businesses navigate regulatory processes more efficiently and combat negative perceptions about permitting complexity. Identify and focus on 4-5 key sectors where your region has competitive advantages rather than trying to be everything to everyone. Build regional partnerships with clear roles and responsibilities for business retention, expansion and attraction activities to present a unified front to prospective companies. Bring corporate experience into economic development leadership to better understand and speak the language of business executives. Develop a strategy that balances care for incumbent businesses while positioning your region to attract cutting-edge industries. Create a disciplined financial model to evaluate incentive offers that ensures both the business and the region benefit from each deal. Leverage educational institutions as key partners in workforce development and innovation to create distinct advantages in specific sectors. Foster an attitudinal shift within economic development organizations from reactive to proactive engagement with businesses to demonstrate that you genuinely care about their success. Special Guest: Aaron Pitts.

In part three of our five-part series on the recent National Security Crossroads event, we cover economic and workforce development as core goals to any defense ecosystem. These concepts help bridge gaps between federal and private industry sectors, as well as introduce skilled works to high-paying jobs. The panelists you'll hear from include Alan Cobb, President and CEO of the Kansas Chamber of Commerce, Jill McCarthy with the Kansas City Area Development Council, David Skrzypiec, Vice President of Business Attraction at Greater St. Louis Inc., and Kent Glasscock, with the Flint Hills Regional Council. The moderator for this discussion is Charlie Perham, with the Matrix Design Group.

Summary In this episode of the Develop This! Podcast, Dennis Fraise interviews Jolene Schalper and Christian Leinhauser from the Great Falls Montana Development Authority about the upcoming 2025 IEDC Rural Retreat. They discuss the unique features of the retreat, which focuses on rural economic development and offers immersive experiences. Attendees will have the chance to engage with local entrepreneurs and communities. The conversation emphasizes the importance of addressing the specific needs of rural areas and outlines various planned activities for the retreat, including tours, networking opportunities, and visits to local attractions. Takeaways The Great Falls Development Authority focuses on diversifying the regional economy. The 2025 IDC Rural Retreat aims to address the unique needs of rural communities. Immersive experiences will allow attendees to engage with local entrepreneurs. The retreat will feature both plenary sessions and community tours. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from successful rural initiatives. Networking opportunities will be abundant, fostering collaboration among attendees. The retreat will include various tracks focusing on different aspects of economic development. Great Falls is home to significant agricultural and manufacturing sectors. Local attractions include stunning natural landscapes and historical sites. The retreat encourages attendees to bring back valuable tools for their communities.

In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, Dr. Ronda Sauget, President and CEO of Coles Together, discusses the unique advantages of tertiary markets in economic development. She explores how smaller communities like Coles County, Illinois are attracting businesses through stable workforces, easier business processes, and strong infrastructure, while sharing her journey from the Federal Reserve to leading economic development in a thriving micropolitan area. Like this show? Please leave us a review here (https://econdevshow.com/rate-this-podcast/) — even one sentence helps! Ten Actionable Takeaways for Economic Developers Take fresh looks at existing assets - they might be more valuable than you think Focus on building complete ecosystems including housing, childcare, and healthcare Leverage your location's unique advantages in infrastructure and connectivity Develop strong workforce pipelines through youth apprenticeships Create strategic plans that align all community assets Build relationships with both large and small businesses Focus on quick turnaround times for business requests Highlight quality of life advantages for workforce attraction Develop strong public-private partnerships Invest in sustainable infrastructure like green energy for long-term growth Special Guest: Dr. Ronda Sauget.

In this episode, Alan Tio shares his journey from earning his Master's in Public Administration to his current role as VP of Business Development at South Bend International Airport. He discusses the unique challenges and opportunities of airport-based economic development, including managing hundreds of acres of developable land and creating partnerships to maximize the airport's potential as a community asset. Tio emphasizes the importance of long-term planning and viewing the airport as the "front door" to the community for business development. Like this show? Please leave us a review here (https://econdevshow.com/rate-this-podcast/) — even one sentence helps! Actionable Takeaways View airports as strategic community assets beyond just transportation hubs Focus on creating long-term partnerships rather than short-term wins Look for opportunities that others might not see in your community Use winter months for planning and preparation of development-ready sites Understand the importance of first impressions - your community's "front door" Develop comprehensive land use studies before marketing properties Build relationships with local and regional partners for aligned development Consider utilities and infrastructure needs early in the planning process Take time to understand regional priorities when planning development Focus on creating value for both companies and communities in partnerships Special Guest: Alan Tio.

In this episode of the Free Lawyer Podcast, host Gary Miles converses with Marilyn Jenkins, a digital growth strategist and founder of MJ Media Group. They discuss how law firms can leverage digital marketing to grow their client base and revenues. Marilyn emphasizes the importance of optimizing Google business profiles, avoiding common online marketing mistakes, and obtaining positive Google reviews. She also highlights the role of SEO and social media in enhancing online visibility. Marilyn introduced her Google Maps Power Boost program and shared strategies for smaller firms to compete with larger ones. Common Mistakes in Online Marketing (00:03:02)Marilyn highlights mistakes law firms make, such as neglecting their Facebook pages and misusing Google profiles. Key Elements of Google Business Profile (00:04:23)Marilyn emphasizes the importance of accurate information in Google business profiles for law firms. Importance of Google Maps Ranking (00:06:27)Marilyn discusses why ranking higher on Google Maps is crucial for attracting clients. Strategies for Obtaining Google Reviews (00:07:47)Marilyn shares practical strategies for law firms to garner positive Google reviews. Handling Negative Reviews (00:09:17)Marilyn advises on how to respond to negative reviews from clients professionally. SEO for Law Firms (00:10:13)Marilyn explains how SEO helps law firms improve online visibility and attract clients. Google Maps Power Boost Program (00:10:57)Marilyn introduced a program that rapidly improved Google Maps rankings for businesses. Competing with Larger Firms (00:13:03)Marilyn provides strategies for smaller firms to compete online against larger law firms. Role of Social Media in Business Attraction (00:14:44)Marilyn discusses how social media can help law firms connect with potential clients. Importance of LinkedIn for Lawyers (00:17:54)Marilyn highlights LinkedIn's role in building professional networks and referral opportunities. Marketing Advice for New Lawyers (00:19:10)Marilyn advises new lawyers on maintaining an updated Google business profile. Marilyn Jenkins, a digital growth strategist with nearly 20 years of experience, founded MJ Media Group, LLC and Law Marketing Zone®. Her expertise lies in leveraging paid advertising SEO, particularly for optimizing Google Business Profiles, reviews management, and database reactivation to propel business growth. Ms. Jenkins has a proven track record of success, having helped numerous businesses achieve significant growth through her strategic marketing programs. Many of her clients have surpassed the 7-figure mark in sales, with some experiencing impressive returns on investment (ROI) as high as 14x. Would you like to learn more about Breaking Free or order your copy? https://www.garymiles.net/break-free  Would you like to schedule a complimentary discovery call? You can do so here: https://calendly.com/garymiles-successcoach/one-one-discovery-call

In this episode of the Econ Dev Show, host Carlson sits down with Adam Stoker, president and CEO of Relic, to discuss the intersection of economic development and destination marketing. Adam, whose company specializes in creating podcasts for Destination Marketing Organizations (DMOs), shares insights on how the strategies used in tourism promotion can be effectively applied to economic development efforts. The conversation explores the similarities between attracting tourists and attracting businesses, with both aiming to bring outside money into specific geographic areas. The discussion then delves into the power of podcasting as a marketing tool for economic developers. Adam emphasizes how creating valuable, educational content through podcasts can help build relationships with potential investors and businesses without resorting to direct sales pitches. He shares success stories from his experience, highlighting how inviting guests to share their stories on a podcast often yields better results than traditional outreach methods. The episode also addresses common objections to starting a podcast, such as fear of poor performance and lack of time, with Adam encouraging economic developers to overcome these barriers and prioritize audience building for long-term success in their community promotion efforts. Like this show? Please leave us a review here (https://econdevshow.com/rate-this-podcast/) — even one sentence helps! Special Guest: Adam Stoker.

Tory Archbold started Torstar in her twenties and built a fabulous life as a single mom running a global business. She had a team of 22, including two executive assistants, and was launching big-name brands like Zara, Victoria's Secret, Motorola, and Nespresso in Australia.   She was a top Australian CEO and entrepreneur, immersed in a sparkly PR world at the height of her career. As she watched Drew Barrymore speak about moving through tough times at an event she organized, a moment of transformation came over her. At that moment, Tory quit PR. In that moment, Tory put herself first: her health, daughter, and newfound love. At that moment, Tory found herself.   And once she found herself, she wanted to support transformative momentum in others. Today, Tory is the founder of Powerful Steps, with a mission to share her toolkit with high-octane businesswomen and plot their personal roadmap to success. She reshapes your brands, businesses, and lives using the proven strategies she's developed over two decades.   Her exclusive Business Attraction program shares the same brand expertise she used to nurture the world's top-performing brands for entrepreneurs and C-suite women. Her book, Self-Belief Is Your Superpower: Unleash Your Life Purpose, Own Your Power, and Become a Magnet for Miracles, powerfully walks women through her step-by-step guide so that they can build entrepreneurial empires of their own.   More of Tory: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tory-archbold Websites: powerful-steps.com and torstar.com.au Twitter: TorstarSydney Instagram: @powerfulsteps

In this episode, Dane talks to Tom Wengler. In just 20 minutes, they explain how the best economic development marketing teams stay in front of site selectors and business executives who've visited their websites. Tom explains how to stay top of mind with these people to get more leads. Plus, you'll learn how advertisers target you with ads too. You can use this knowledge as part of your Business Attraction Strategy! Like this show? Please leave us a review here (https://econdevshow.com/rate-this-podcast/) — even one sentence helps! Special Guest: Tom Wengler.

In this episode, Dane talks business attraction with Lenora Fisher, the Director of Business Attraction at Greater Peoria Economic Development Council. Like this show? Please leave us a review here (https://econdevshow.com/rate-this-podcast/) — even one sentence helps! Special Guest: Lenora Fisher.

Marketing is such a loaded topic. How do you reach your audience, having a social media strategy, influencer marketing, all topics you need to know to build a successful business online. Nathalie “The Business Doctor” Williams helps us scratch the surface and gain some insight into key elements of marketing. Listen in to understand what great brands do and how to thrive in the online space.    To get in contact with Nathalie, check out the following links:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathalie_thebusinessdoctor/ Work with Nathalie: https://drum.io/thebusinessdoctor Book Recommendation (Check out Nathalie's Amazon Shop)  https://www.amazon.com/shop/iamnatnoise   If you have any questions about something you heard or you want to work with me, directly e-mail me your questions or inquiries at mentalmoney.me@gmail.com. For Media Inquiries or Ad placement, please contact Nathalie at 1-888-773-5777 or mentalmoney.me@gmail.com. Disclaimer: All information contained within this audio is a reflection of the author's opinion in proximity to when the audio was produced. Business is an ever-changing organism, due to this notion, there can be changes to this podcast at any time based on new information. Also, the host's opinion may change as well. The host has done their due diligence to ensure that the information presented is presented with the most relevant information, but takes no responsibility for any changes that may be made. Again, these are opinions. You are more than welcome to cross-reference any information presented in this audio. Any missing information is not the responsibility of the host. Any results direct, indirect or consequential, or otherwise are not the responsibility of the host. The information is not to be taken as legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice please contact a qualified attorney.

What is economic development and what does it look like here in Kankakee County? Angela Morrey, the Director of Marketing and Business Attraction at the Economic Alliance of Kankakee County, joins us on this episode of Kankakee Podcast to answer those questions! I know I have a much better understanding of what economic development is after talking with Angela. I hope you have the same benefit!    Learn more about the Economic Alliance of Kankakee County: https://www.kankakeecountyed.org/   Contact Angela Morrey: amorrey@kankakeecountyed.org    Thanks for being on the podcast, Angela!    Much Love, Jake LaMore

The team at SMGA discusses the ins and outs of business attraction and retention to rural communities and characteristics of successful small businesses. 

This week we are joined by David Leezer, Vice President of Business Attraction at the Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce in Texas. We delve into David's expertise on using social media as a tool to attract investment and promote a region's brand, as well as his thoughts on the future of remote work and how region's can strategically tackle this new hybrid market and what it means for the future of projects.

In this episode, Lenora Fisher, Director of Business Attraction at the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council joins Jason live at the Mid-America EDC conference to talk all things related to regional business attraction strategies. They talk property inventory, debate whether or not the term 'Shovel-Ready' is outdated, and discuss some unique strategies being deployed in the Peoria area. Show Links: Connect with Lenora Fisher More about Greater Peoria Economic Development Council Mid-America Economic Development Council

If there was one thing you think society should talk more about, what would it be?“When you own your story you own your power and this can be VERY uncomfortable, but incredibly life changing.” ______ Whilst leading a successful Brand Comms agency, Torstar for nearly 20years, Tory Archbold had a pivotal moment. She'd had a near death experience and found herself standing in a courtroom representing herself after 10 years of being aggressively stalked by an ex. After winning the case she knew her life would never be the same again. She wanted a life with more purpose. It was time to reshape her story. After twenty years of being ‘behind the scenes' as one of Australia's most powerful publicists, working with top name brands and celebrities like Drew Barrymore, Megan Gale, Zara, Nespresso and Victoria's Secret, Tory felt it was time to step forward and own her own story. She used this momentum and founded Powerful Steps in 2019 – a platform designed to inspire, encourage and guide women through the different challenges of life. Tory is a gorgeous human and is passionate about sharing her learnings and knowledge to mentor and empower others. As someone who has taken a few years to truly own my own story and step into the power of that, I was super excited to talk to Tory and pick her brains a little. I hope you enjoy this wonderful conversation with Tory Archbold. Connect and find out more about Tory here;-Linkedin: Tory Archbold, Instagram: @powerfulsteps website: www.powerful-steps.com Powerful Steps' exclusive Business Attraction program. Tory shares the same brand expertise she used to nurture the world's top performing brands. It's for C suite women who want to take their business to the next level, or the entrepreneur going it on her own who needs a wingwoman. And for more information about the Wabi Sabi Series, please find us here:-Website - The Wabi Sabi Series Connect with us on Instagram here:- @thewabisabiseriesConnect with us on Facebook here - @thewabisabiseriesIf you have a burning topic you'd love society to talk more about, or know someone who'd be great to come on our podcast, drop us a line at hello@wabisabiseries.com

Part 1 - After brief look at the weekend's hazy and breezy forecast, Neville James hosts the RT Park's Director of Business Attraction and Entrepreneurship, Mr. Eric Sonnier, and Senior Manager of Business Intelligence and Marketing, Ms. Sydney Powell. Ahead of Monday's application deadline for Accelerate VI's third cohort, they discuss the program's success and the workings of the RT Park. For more information on the Accelerate VI program: https://www.acceleratevi.com/.

In this episode of the Powerful Stories Podcast we sat down with best-selling author, Sonia Bestulic. They met when Sonia joined Tory’s Business Attraction program in 2020. Sonia has just launched her third book – ‘Flourish for Mums- 21 ways to thrive with self-care and acceptance.’ She understands the juggle of life as a wife, mother of 3 and businesswoman. ‘Every day is different and it is always changing. Coming to the point of accepting that was liberating’ says Sonia ‘I needed to embrace the fact that I am learning and growing just as my children are – so let’s do this together’.   In Sonia’s book she says, ‘Life is only a reflection of what we allow ourselves to see.’ Sonia, has worked with thousands of mothers, over 20 years, as a speech pathologist. She has seen three main challenges that stop mothers from flourishing. ‘78% of mothers put off looking after their own health as they are in a mindset that our children and family come first’ says Sonia. ‘Mother’s guilt is real.’ Society has placed unrealistic expectations on Mum’s ‘which results in them not feeling good enough.’ The third challenges arises when we bring in work. ‘It actually changes a woman’s perception of time – the feeling that there is not enough time to fit it in.’   So, what do mothers truly want? Happiness and health for their children. To nurture a positive relationship we need warmth, care, support and quality time. ‘The most fundamental relationship we have is the one with ourselves. If our children witness us practicing self-care, we are modelling to them a crucial life skill.’ So, we need to prioritise ourselves first and we need to create a personal mission statement to step into alignment with what we value. ‘For me it’s empowering positive change, and that filters through with what goes on at home as well.’ Sonia quotes Jack Cornfield- “It’s not about perfecting yourself; it is perfecting your love.” It is a powerful statement. Sonia believes ‘you should be living your life powered and fuelled by love and not guilt.’   Once a year, Tory does a friends and family detox where she reflects on those who have had a positive impact on her life. ‘We’ve got to choose our company wisely’ says Sonia ‘It is important to be selective because it is an act of self-care. When you are surrounded by people who authentically build you up it feels like the sky is the limit.’   So, sit back and enjoy this powerful story with the extraordinary Sonia Bestulic.   Links:   Sign up to the Powerful Steps #coffeechallenge to gain Tory’s proven formula for building a global network, with three coffee dates a week. It’s how she connected with the guests on this podcast. Each one is an authentic and trusted connection  Powerful Steps Follow @powerfulsteps on Instagram Powerful Steps on LinkedIn Get your signed copy of ‘Flourish for Mums- 21 ways to thrive with self-care and acceptance’ by Sonia Bestulic Follow @bestulic_sonia on Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“One can be a natural-born networker, but nurturing that growing network is a completely different skill that adds meaning to any relationship.” —Liana Hovakimyan Who else has felt immensely challenged by the inability to connect in-person over the past year? How has it affected your efforts to build relationships and grow your network? Today, Carla […]

In her early twenties, Laura Csortan was so determined to land her dream job on hit show The Great Outdoors that she packed up her life and drove 1400kms to couch surf in Sydney—after having the courage to ring top TV execs and say she had what it took. She was right. A couple of months after moving “with her eyes on the prize”, Laura was in Scotland on her first job for the travel show and kickstarting her long career in TV. Along the way, she’s “jumped out of planes, jumped out of boats in the middle of the ocean, ridden a motorbike across the Sahara”—great story!—and become a single mum to daughter Layla, 4, all while sticking true to her values. Laura’s story of starting her first business at 14, forging a global career and now fighting back from the “real blow” of COVID is so inspirational Powerful Steps CEO Tory Archbold invited her to talk values, mindsets and pivots on the new Powerful Stories podcast. This is no fairy-tale story of a genetically-blessed model getting lucky. This is about pure hard work and the beauty of having a plan. Laura is a driven, smart businesswoman with great strategies for other entrepreneurs, who told me how for decades she ploughed every cent she made into one investment area. Her No1 tip? “Own every experience. Own it, learn from it and always move forward,” she says. “And trust your gut on everything. Get clear on what you want and how you are going to achieve it.” Hear Laura’s story and business secrets—and what gave her FOMO—on Powerful Stories, launching on Nova on Monday.   Links: Laura Csortan Follow @lauracsortan on Instagram Thank you for joining me for Powerful Stories—I love what these fabulous women are sharing. If this resonated with you and you’re ready to step into your own power even more, I invite you to join me for my exclusive Business Attraction program in February 2021. Places are limited to just 60, and I’d love to save one for you so we can plot your personal path to take your business to the next level. I’ll share the strategies I used for two decades with the world’s top brands and celebrities. Head over to www.powerful-steps.com and sign up for more information. Hope to see you on the other side! Powerful Steps Follow @powerfulsteps on Instagram Powerful Steps on LinkedIn See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In her teens, Yasmin London—then Yasmin Dunn—was a champion Australian backstroker. In her twenties and thirties, she was a tireless cop who regularly talked people down from the cliff at Sydney’s notorious The Gap.  And now, as a mother of two, Yasmin is one of Australia’s leading cyber safety experts. If anyone has lived an authentic life, combining her twin loves of competition and the human experience, it’s Yasmin. That’s why Tory Archbold wanted her as a guest on the Powerful Stories podcast. Few women have moved from the top echelons of sports to policing and now global entrepreneurship—Yasmin has not just great stories of travelling the world as an athlete but powerful insights about resilience … and a love story founded below a slow spinning mirror ball! Yasmin’s public story is a tiny part of her life. She’s the swimmer who followed the black line for more than 24,500kms until her Olympic dream was crushed when she slipped off the trial blocks. She found a new passion as a policewoman but was “a square peg in a round hole from the beginning,” she says. “Caused me some problems.” And, just quietly, gained her a global audience: video of her doing her signature samurai dance move at a Sydney event has been seen by over 6.6 million people on Facebook (she tells the story on the podcast—fantastic.) Yasmin’s reinvention as an international leader around online safety at ySafe is a triumph, and hers is a great story for anyone wanting to know not just how to keep their children safe but how to have a great second or third act. Join Tory on Powerful Stories to hear about Yasmin London’s inspirational pivots—and why she doesn’t have phones in the bedroom.   Links: Yasmin London ySafe Thank you for joining me for Powerful Stories—I love what these fabulous women are sharing. If this resonated with you and you’re ready to step into your own power even more, I invite you to join me for my exclusive Business Attraction program in February 2021. Places are limited to just 60, and I’d love to save one for you so we can plot your personal path to take your business to the next level. I’ll share the strategies I used for two decades with the world’s top brands and celebrities. Head over to www.powerful-steps.com and sign up for more information. Hope to see you on the other side! Powerful Steps Follow @powerfulsteps on Instagram Powerful Steps on LinkedIn See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you love news and current affairs, you will have seen Jacinta Tynan for years on TV, fronting shows on Seven, the ABC and Sky News. You might have read her magazine columns, critiqued what she wears, thought ‘I quite like this woman.’ But do you know who the real Jacinta Tynan is? Powerful Steps CEO Tory Archbold does—they’ve been friends for decades—and she wanted everyone else to know Jacinta too. The woman below the polished screen voice and face, the fun and capable friend whose proudest achievement in life is her two sons. So Tory invited Jacinta to be her guest on the new Powerful Stories podcast, where for the first time a candid Jacinta shares the story of the day during COVID that nearly broke her—and how it meant that when she was made redundant from her high-profile job she was not just accepting but ready and resilient. Now studying to be a life coach, Jacinta shared how her lifelong career ambition (I wonder if you’ll be surprised by it?) was sidelined by journalism, her experiences as a single mum and her greatest life lesson. “Everything has to collapse for you to be able to create the next thing. If you are not listening to the signs, the destruction comes out of the blue and hits hard,” she says. “Don’t want for it to collapse and have you in a heap on the floor. Be self-aware and on top of it, and see if before it comes.” Hear what Jacinta’s story and success strategies—and what she has planned next—on Powerful Stories, launching on Nova on Monday. Links: Mother Zen Follow @jacintatynan on Instagram Thank you for joining me for Powerful Stories—I love what these fabulous women are sharing. If this resonated with you and you’re ready to step into your own power even more, I invite you to join me for my exclusive Business Attraction program in February 2021. Places are limited to just 60, and I’d love to save one for you so we can plot your personal path to take your business to the next level. I’ll share the strategies I used for two decades with the world’s top brands and celebrities. Head over to www.powerful-steps.com and sign up for more information. Hope to see you on the other side! Powerful Steps Follow @powerfulsteps on Instagram Powerful Steps on LinkedIn See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is one thing you need to know right now about Melissa Ambrosini: her podcast has had over 14 million downloads. What! That puts her in Oprah territory (and the US media giant is her dream guest, of course) and says everything about how beautifully she connects with women everywhere. Melissa’s message is simple and directed straight at people like me, who at times hear that inner critic saying you’re not good enough. That you’ll never find the dream man. That you’ll never be out of debt, never fall pregnant, never feel beautiful. That you’re never enough. Totally wrong, says the Australian entrepreneur and coach. I love what she stands for and teaches to clients all over the world. So I invited her to be my guest on the latest Powerful Stories podcast. If you’re someone who has as at times been devastated by that tiny sledging voice inside your head, you’ll get so much value out of what Melissa—author of the bestselling Mastering Your Mean Girl—tells me. We talk Melissa’s amazing four-step CAST process to crush your inner mean girl and master self-love, decluttering your life, what she does in the car with her husband (I admit I do it too), how to stop being a people pleaser and her verdict on “one of the most powerful phrases” you can say. “I want to encourage everyone to practise saying ‘no thank you’ and getting really good at it,” says Melissa. “When you say ‘no thank you’ to someone else, you are saying, ‘Yes’ to yourself.” Hear Melissa’s strategies on Powerful Stories, launching on Nova on Monday.   Connect with Melissa Listen to The Melissa Ambrosini Show Follow @melissaambrosini on Instagram Thank you for joining me for Powerful Stories—I love what these fabulous women are sharing. If this resonated with you and you’re ready to step into your own power even more, I invite you to join me for my exclusive Business Attraction program in February 2021. Places are limited to just 60, and I’d love to save one for you so we can plot your personal path to take your business to the next level. I’ll share the strategies I used for two decades with the world’s top brands and celebrities. Head over to www.powerful-steps.com and sign up for more information. Hope to see you on the other side! Powerful Steps Follow @powerfulsteps on Instagram Powerful Steps on LinkedIn   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the past, I’ve been besties with overwhelm. You probably have too. Reaching to check emails the minute your eyes open, madly trying to get everything done at work before its school pick up time, worrying about cleaning the house and filling the fridge and booking in a wax and oh God, trying to find ten minutes just to return a friend’s call. Once I was so overwhelmed by running a business and being a single mum that I booked into a health retreat in Thailand - and had a panic attack on the plane! Overwhelm is something Felicity Harley also knows inside out. The founding editor of Women’s Health magazine and a media star for 20 years, she’s also a hands-on mum of three (with her Sydney Swans CEO husband Tom Harley) and was so intrigued by the epidemic of modern women looking for perfection, and finding burnout, that she wrote a book about it. On the latest Powerful Stories podcast, the fabulous Felicity is honest about her spotlight life - revealing what her husband did after a big day out with the kids and how she felt about it - and why she thinks the wellness movement is making things worse for women. We talked about how she runs her own life, strategises to beat overwhelm - the third made me laugh - and the ‘U’ of happiness (you’ll love working out where you sit). The big question: Can we really have it all? “In one word, no. I don’t think we can,” Felicity said. “We can’t have it all at the same time. It’s about choosing what you want right in that moment and what’s important to you.” Join me and Felicity for the new Powerful Stories episode, launching today on Nova. Links: Follow @felicityharley on Instagram Get your copy of ‘Balance and other B.S.’ by Felicity Harley Thank you for joining me for Powerful Stories—I love what these fabulous women are sharing. If this resonated with you and you’re ready to step into your own power even more, I invite you to join me for my exclusive Business Attraction program in February 2021. Places are limited to just 60, and I’d love to save one for you so we can plot your personal path to take your business to the next level. I’ll share the strategies I used for two decades with the world’s top brands and celebrities. Head over to www.powerful-steps.com and sign up for more information. Hope to see you on the other side! Powerful Steps Follow @powerfulsteps on Instagram Powerful Steps on LinkedIn See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Powerful Stories Podcast, we had the opportunity to hear from a digital pioneer, serial entrepreneur, diversity champion and mother of one, Bahar Etminan Bahar and Tory have been friends for over two decades and discuss the impact of their friendship as Bahar practices fierce loyalty, hard work and loving deeply on a daily basis. Prior to turning 30, Bahar was at the top of her game when her world came crumbling down during the GFC. During this time, she realised the strongest step that she could take for herself was to ask for help and discovered the power of vulnerability. At the beginning of this year, Bahar was the centre of a media sex scandal. This very public experience taught her to own her own ugly, be the writer of her own story and to set boundaries in her relationships. She shares the three core pillars to switching your thinking and stepping back into your A-game. Failure is your secret source, and Bahar shares how she stepped into her spiritual gangster side to find the answers to re-launch RESCU. and become the woman she is today. The power of visualisation and her ‘love at first sight moment’ where she became child-like, playful and feminine through this process. Bahar’s one piece of advice for daughter Lilly, that has been a key learning that would transform her to the highest vibration possible to be her own success story. And finally, Bahar’s three most powerful steps for stepping into your true power and owning your vulnerability. So, sit back and enjoy this powerful story with the extraordinary Bahar Etminan. Links: Rescu. Find @rescu.com.au on Instagram Thank you for joining me for Powerful Stories—I love what these fabulous women are sharing. If this resonated with you and you’re ready to step into your own power even more, I invite you to join me for my exclusive Business Attraction program in February 2021. Places are limited to just 60, and I’d love to save one for you so we can plot your personal path to take your business to the next level. I’ll share the strategies I used for two decades with the world’s top brands and celebrities. Head over to www.powerful-steps.com and sign up for more information. Hope to see you on the other side! Powerful Steps Follow @powerfulsteps on Instagram Powerful Steps on LinkedIn See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Coronavirus pandemic has disrupted our lives in countless ways, including new construction and economic development - or has it? Joining Chis to share a major investment in Grand Rapids is Brent Case, the Vice President of Business Attraction for the Right Place, Inc.

The Coronavirus pandemic has disrupted our lives in countless ways, including new construction and economic development - or has it? Joining Chis to share a major investment in Grand Rapids is Brent Case, the Vice President of Business Attraction for the Right Place, Inc.

In this episode of the Powerful Stories Podcast, we had the opportunity to hear from Melissa Hoyer, a globally connected media commentator who has travelled the world interviewing some of the biggest stars on the planet.  What makes a good interview? Human connection and during this conversation Melissa shares how stories can translate into media coverage building your brand and business. Melissa is a highly influential Australian who counts Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman as friends.  She shares her tips for building a little black book of connections and how you too can become a trusted media source.  She speaks about the insights into this world with rawness with those she met and built trust by sharing her independent, and honest thoughts. Growing up in a housing commission and how her housing situation gave her the drive to not only purchase her own home but to find her own financial independence. She speaks about balancing international travel and her personal life to ensure her son, Connor, could live a seamless life all while juggling a global career working with top performers fashion icons, celebrities and politicians. Bravely leaving a respected role at the Daily Telegraph to pursue a career in the digital media space -  Melissa gives advice for becoming your own media content creator. She encourages us to ask ourselves ‘what is your brand?’ and gives tips for female entrepreneurs wanting to build a personal brand, and transform their side hustle into the business you always dreamed of. Melissa and Tory share a giggle with their Drew Barrymore stories (yaaaaasssss they both love DREW!). Melissa shares how meeting Drew almost ended her career – by vomiting (almost on-top of) her when she was flown to Italy to interview her for an upcoming film. And finally, Melissa’s three most powerful steps for stepping into your true power and potential. So, sit back and enjoy this powerful and vibrant story with the extraordinary Melissa Hoyer. Links: Melissa Hoyer Follow @melissahoyer on Instagram Thank you for joining me for Powerful Stories—I love what these fabulous women are sharing. If this resonated with you and you’re ready to step into your own power even more, I invite you to join me for my exclusive Business Attraction program in February 2021. Places are limited to just 60, and I’d love to save one for you so we can plot your personal path to take your business to the next level. I’ll share the strategies I used for two decades with the world’s top brands and celebrities. Head over to www.powerful-steps.com and sign up for more information. Hope to see you on the other side! Powerful Steps Follow @powerfulsteps on Instagram Powerful Steps on LinkedIn See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

* TRIGGER WARNING – This episode contains mentions of suicide – if you or someone you know needs help please contact Lifeline Australia on 13 11 14 or befrienders.org for international support. In this episode of the Powerful Stories Podcast, we hear the story of Neen Weir, a woman who has truly stepped into her power after facing challenges that most people would find difficult to conquer. Neen and Tory met in 2019 at a Powerful Steps Workshop where she stepped into her true power in a room full of women and bravely shared her story in public for the first time. She shares how she built a career in global banking and then faced unsurmountable personal challenges. Neen shares how she translated her dream to conquer the world into a top banking role in London and meeting the love of her life Adam at age 21. Along with marriage comes the desire for a family. Neen always wanted to adopt, but husband Adam wanted a biological child first. After several rounds of IVF and a total of 7 miscarriages, they realised that Adam was unable to father biological children, and shares the incredible journey they embarked on to find their soulmate family. It would seem Neen’s life had fallen into place with her corporate career and beautiful family. However, tragedy struck when Adam passed away from suicide just weeks after her best friend. Paralysed by cognitive impairment Neen broke and found herself needing to totally rebuild her sense of self. Along with the loss of her husband, her adoptive daughter was also battling mental health issues and made several attempts to end her own life. By transforming herself she was able to also transform her daughter’s life and show her that life was worth living. And finally, we hear Neen’s three most powerful steps for stepping into your true power and potential. So, sit back and enjoy this powerful story with the extraordinary Neen Weir. Links: Connect with Neen on LinkedIn Thank you for joining me for Powerful Stories—I love what these fabulous women are sharing. If this resonated with you and you’re ready to step into your own power even more, I invite you to join me for my exclusive Business Attraction program in February 2021. Places are limited to just 60, and I’d love to save one for you so we can plot your personal path to take your business to the next level. I’ll share the strategies I used for two decades with the world’s top brands and celebrities. Head over to www.powerful-steps.com and sign up for more information. Hope to see you on the other side! Powerful Steps Follow @powerfulsteps on Instagram Powerful Steps on LinkedIn See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, Matthew Tuerk joins us for an interview. Matt is Vice President of Business Attraction, Retention and Expansion at the Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation. In 2019, the Lehigh Valley's GDP reached $41.2 Billion, ranking 66th out of the 384 largest metropolitan statistical areas in the United States. During this interview, Matt breaks it down for the listener on conversations that he is having with employers with what they are looking for when evaluating a market to expand into. This data is invaluable for Real Estate Investors and how they can appropriately plan what where and what they invest in. This is a MUST LISTEN EPISODE! Matt has worked in economic development for over 12 years, all in the Lehigh Valley. During that time, he has developed a deep understanding of the region‘s position in the larger commercial real estate market and has applied it to attracting job-creating business investment to the Lehigh Valley. He earned his international MBA at the University of South Carolina and lives in Allentown with his wife and two teenage daughters. Check out our website at www.realestateinvestormba.com Follow us on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realestateinvestormba LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/realestateinvestormba-com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinvestormba/

Tucson s Economic Forecast: Poised for Growth E5 Known for its plentiful sunshine, natural beauty and diverse culture, Tucson also is home to world-class universities and unique resources that make it an ideal place to launch a startup or operate a business. While it s no secret that Tucson has long led the way for pioneering developments […] The post Tucson s Economic Forecast: Poised for Growth E5 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Economic Development Agencies have been on a roll revitalizing our state through recruiting, advocacy, policy and funding. Then, the Corona-virus hit.To help discuss how Economic Development Agencies pivot during these disruptive times, Chris is joined by Keith Lambert, VP of Business Attraction at LEAP - the Lansing Economic Area Partnership!

Economic Development Agencies have been on a roll revitalizing our state through recruiting, advocacy, policy and funding. Then, the Corona-virus hit. To help discuss how Economic Development Agencies pivot during these disruptive times, Chris is joined by Keith Lambert, VP of Business Attraction at LEAP - the Lansing Economic Area Partnership!

This month's special guest is David Leezer, Vice President of Business Attraction at the Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce. David shares with us how he is moving forward with business recruitment during the COVID-19 pandemic and how his biggest mistake became one of his biggest assets.

The Doctor is in and she is prescribing all the tools you need to attract the right clients. Nathalie The Business Doctor shares her insights on marketing engaging on social media, the mechanics behind great marketing campaigns, and so much more. Check out her latest project https://www.thelynxbox.com for all of your positivity needs. Clear your space or energize your vibe- Lynx has something for you! If you want to get in touch with Nathalie you can do so below: Instagram: Nathalie_thebusinessdoctor Facebook: The Business Doctor Youtube: Nathalie The Business Doctor If you have any questions about something you heard or you want to work with me, directly e-mail me your questions or inquiries at iamnatnoise@gmail.com. For Media Inquiries or Ad placement, please contact Nathalie at 1-888-773-5777 or iamnatnoise@gmail.com. Disclaimer: All information contained within this audio is a reflection of the author’s opinion in proximity to when the audio was produced. Business is an ever-changing organism, due to this notion, there can be changes to this podcast at any time based on new information. Also, the host’s opinion may change as well. The host has done their due diligence to ensure that the information presented is presented with the most relevant information, but takes no responsibility for any changes that may be made. Again, these are opinions. You are more than welcome to cross-reference any information presented in this audio. Any missing information is not the responsibility of the host. Any results direct, indirect or consequential, or otherwise are not the responsibility of the host. The information is not to be taken as legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice please contact a qualified attorney.

This whole show revolves around highlighting people and organizations driving Michigan’s vibrancy and economic sustainability. The sum of these stories appears to be paying off.In this episode, Chris is joined by Vice President of Business Attraction at LEAP, Keith Lambert.

Coach Karen Luniw shares another Two Minute Tidbit on Inspiration.  Inspiration can make the difference between a great life and an amazing life! Check out her interview series at ShiftAlignShine.com where she is currently hosting The Secrets to Business Attraction.  10 Experts  10 Business Days - all totally Free!  Go to ShiftAlignShine.com