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The president and chief executive of the World Economic Forum, Borge Brende is stepping down after an investigation into his links with Jeffrey Epstein. The Forum says it found no additional concerns. The price of lithium, a key ingredient in EV batteries, has surged after one of the world's top producers, Zimbabwe, suddenly banned exports.We also hear from Volvo UK over the recall of electric cars over a fire risk with some of its batteries.

What happens when you're standing at a pivot point — the kind where your next move could shift everything for your business, your team, or your career? In those high-stakes moments, success doesn't come from spreadsheets alone. It requires empathy, emotional intelligence, and even self-compassion.Kasey D'Amato knows this firsthand. A keynote speaker, executive coach, and strategic advisor, Kasey has guided founders and corporate leaders through major transitions with clarity and resilience. In our conversation, we dug into her four pillars of holistic leadership and how self-regulation shapes better decisions. We explored the “decision threshold,” why every choice has three outcomes, and how to balance head, heart, and gut when the numbers don't tell the full story. Kasey also shared why grounding yourself is key to hearing other perspectives without defensiveness — and how empathy and self-compassion aren't soft skills, but strategic advantages when the stakes are high.To access the episode transcript, go to www.TheEmpathyEdge.com, search by episode title.Listen in for…Finding the balance of the decision threshold - that point between gathering information and making the decision. Why does every choice have three outcomes?The Four Pillars of holistic leadership and how self-regulation shapes better decisions.How to balance head, heart, and gut when the numbers don't tell the full story. Utilizing the Two-Minute rule to move out of indecision. "I believe it is the critical moments of decision and how you handle your emotional intelligence in those critical moments and pivots that set you up for success, no matter how big your failures are along the way." — Kasey D'AmatoEpisode References: The Empathy Edge Podcast Episode: Ilana Ben-Ari: How the Empathy Toy is Changing the WorldAbout Kasey D'Amato, Business Leader and Holistic Coach:Kasey D'Amato is a keynote speaker, executive coach, and strategic business advisor who helps business founders and corporate leaders navigate high-stakes decisions and transitions with clarity, confidence, and resilience — without burning out in the process.With over 20 years of experience across healthcare, entrepreneurship, and business consulting, Kasey brings a unique blend of business acumen, human behavior expertise, and emotional intelligence to her work. She is a former Dermatology PA who went on to launch multiple ventures — including a global skincare brand, a healthcare consulting agency, and an executive leadership advisory.She's consulted with Fortune-level companies, led workshops across the healthcare and financial industries, and spoken at major institutions like UCLA, USC, and the University of Miami.Kasey is known for her dynamic, actionable, and emotionally intelligent approach to leadership — guiding ambitious entrepreneurs and executives to think bigger, lead better, and align their next move with both performance and personal fulfillment.From Our Sponsor:Keynote Speakers and Conference Trainers: Get your free Talkadot trial and enjoy this game-changer for your speaking business! www.share.talkadot.com/mariaross Connect with Kasey: Website: https://www.kaseydamato.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaseydamato/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kasey.damato/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaseydamato/?hl=en Connect with Maria:Get Maria's books: Red-Slice.com/booksHire Maria to speak: Red-Slice.com/Speaker-Maria-RossTake the LinkedIn Learning Courses! Leading with Empathy and Balancing Empathy, Accountability, and Results as a Leader LinkedIn: Maria RossInstagram: @redslicemariaFacebook: Red SliceGet your copy of The Empathy Dilemma here- www.theempathydilemma.com

P.M. Edition for Feb. 23. U.S. stocks were down today after the latest tariff moves over the weekend, while U.S. business leaders are scrambling to figure out what this means for them. We hear from reporter Chip Cutter about the questions they have and how they're trying to address them. Plus, Anthropic has accused three Chinese AI companies of using its Claude model to improve their own systems. WSJ reporter Robert McMillan discusses why Anthropic says that's a threat to national security… and its business. And the Pentagon is flagging risks of a major operation against Iran to President Trump. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Datavant, the data collaboration platform trusted for healthcare, is today announcing the second in its series of free tech talks — called Unplugged. The Unplugged series was started by Datavant late last year and was designed to spark conversations and share insights among the tech community in Galway and beyond. The events bring together technology professionals and business leaders who are driving technology investment decisions and executing strategies. The topic for the March 4 event is 'Product Development within a Tech-Forward Organisation' with product experts from the U.S. attending to share their insights and answer audience questions. Datavant Chief Product Officer, Sam Diederich, is hosting this event and will lead the discussion with Datavant Chief Technology Officer Josh Builder, also offering his experience. Two special guests at the March 4 event are Datavant's Andrea Kowalski, SVP Product Provider Solutions and Nausheen Moulana, SVP Engineering, Provider Products, who will discuss their personal career journeys across engineering and product development. Andrea Kowalski leads innovation in interoperability, patient access, and provider-focused technology. With more than 15 years' experience in healthcare tech at companies like Tebra and athenahealth, she has been recognised among the Top 25 Women Leaders in Healthcare Software and Top 25 Software Product Executives. A founding member of CHIEF, Andrea is passionate about advancing women in leadership and using technology to transform healthcare delivery. Nausheen Moulana has more than 20 years of experience scaling enterprise SaaS platforms, with deep expertise in data innovation, agile product delivery, and building high-performing engineering teams. Her career spans ethics and compliance, healthcare, enterprise search, and scientific computing. Before joining Datavant, Nausheen served as CTO at Ethisphere, where she led the company's transition from a services-led organisation to a product-centric SaaS business. Datavant Chief Product Officer, Sam Diederich, says: "Product is at the heart of how technology organisations build, scale and innovate. Product Strategy, Product Management, and its partnership with technology play a central role in the work we do at Datavant. This is exactly what we want to spotlight as part of our Unplugged series – we'll explore how product management drives innovation and unpack the skills that make product leaders successful, as well as how we see these principles reflected in our team today. We'll also discuss the experiences and capabilities that translate into effective product roles, recognising that product is not typically a formal academic discipline." Unplugged – Product Development within a Tech-Forward Organisation will be held on Wednesday, March 4 at JEKYLL at the Hyde Hotel in Galway. Doors will open at 6 pm with the talk beginning at 6.30 pm. The event will end at 9 pm. There will be networking opportunities before and after the interactive speaking session. Attendance is free, but spaces are limited. Those interested can register on Eventbrite here. Datavant is the world leader in secure, compliant healthcare data exchange and has nearly 10,000 employees. It is making the world's health data secure, accessible and actionable. Datavant's vast and diverse health data exchange in the U.S. serves as a "network of networks", enabling seamless, privacy-preserving data exchange between life sciences, payers, and providers through its platform. Datavant Ireland launched in Galway in March last year and currently employs more than 70 people in Ireland, with hiring continuing at a pace. It will soon open its new 15,000 square foot office at the Bonham Quay campus overlooking the waterfront. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via ...

This episode is a must-listen for COOs, Agile Coaches, and Business Leaders who want to bridge the gap between "technical agility" and "business agility."When startups grow, they often bring in "responsible adults" who implement traditional playbooks in Finance, HR, and Legal. While well-intentioned, these silos often create a "factory mindset" that undermines the very agility that made the company successful.In this episode, Dave West is joined by Tyson Bertmaring, VP Partnership Success at Dyno Therapeutics and Yuval Yeret, Professional Scrum Trainer, to discuss how Dyno Therapeutics is taking a different path. By applying the Agile Product Operating Model (APOM) to General & Administrative (G&A) functions, Dyno is treating its organizational capabilities as a product to be engineered, not a hierarchy to be managed.What you'll learn:The Stewardship Mindset: Moving from local optimization (like chasing $10k in interest income) to systemic value (ensuring vendor reliability).The "Two Jobs" Challenge: Balancing "running the business" with "building a better system."G&A as a Service: Identifying essential services—like talent acquisition and contracting—and developing them into exceptional "internal products."More!Subscribe to the Professional Scrum Unlocked Substack for more insights on this episode and others!

Cyber and AI risks are no longer confined to IT departments. They directly impact strategy, trust, reputation, and long-term business sustainability. Yet many boards and executives still struggle to translate technical risk into meaningful business insight. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Adeel Shaikh Muhammad about how business leaders can better understand, govern, and manage cyber and AI risks — without getting lost in technical complexity.  During the conversation, we explore: Why cyber risk today is fundamentally a business, trust, and reputation issue — not just a technical problem The most common misconceptions boards and executives have about cybersecurity and AI governance; How AI is expanding organizational risk exposure and reshaping how risk must be managed What non-technical leaders should look for to assess whether their organization is truly resilient; Why trust is becoming a competitive advantage — and how cyber resilience and AI governance directly influence brand value and sustainability; Practical, low-complexity steps organizations can take today to improve accountability, decision-making, and resilience From a leadership and governance perspective, what will separate successful organizations from those that struggle in the next 3–5 years. This episode is designed for board members, C-suite executives, risk managers, CISOs, compliance leaders, and anyone responsible for navigating cyber and AI risk at the strategic level. If you want to move from technical confusion to confident, business-focused risk leadership — this conversation is for you.

In this episode, Nancy MacKay hosts Keith Ippel and Natalie Michael to discuss the challenges and triumphs of social purpose leadership. They explore the loneliness often felt by CEOs, the importance of health and well-being, and the transformative role of AI in business. Keith shares his journey as a social purpose entrepreneur and the impact of his co-CEO model, while Natalie discusses her work in supporting CEO transitions. Together, they emphasize the need for community, coaching, and innovation in leadership. Keith Ippel is a serial entrepreneur and investor who has co-founded five ventures including Spring Activator, a Vancouver based incubator and accelerator that exists to change the world through innovation. A global company, Spring has supported over 3,300 purpose driven companies across Canada to launch and scale their impact, and 1,100+ Canadians to step into impact investing. Keith also co-founded Spring Impact Capital Fund, an early stage VC that focuses at the intersection of people and planetary health. Keith holds an MBA from the Ivey School of Business. Natalie Michael is a Master Certified MacKay CEO Forum chair, executive coach, and succession consultant who helps CEOs and executives grow their leadership and navigate C-suite transitions. She's passionate about building socially responsible, high-quality businesses and believes personal fulfillment drives long-term success. Over the past decade, she has coached hundreds of leaders, led world-class development programs, and chairs multiple CEO groups. Natalie is a Partner at Waterfront Partners and co-author of Your CEO Succession Playbook and author of The Duck and The Butterfly. Natalie is known for connecting leaders who share goals and strengthening executive communities.  Join a MacKay CEO Forums⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Peer Group:  MacKay CEO Forums⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: brings results-oriented CEOs, Executives, and Business Leaders together to solve their toughest problems and maximize opportunity through peer learning and support. Learn more. 

Super Bowl energy meets real community impact as we crack open prop bets, swap bourbon notes, and rally behind TASC's All-In casino night, our favorite way to turn a rowdy room into real support for teens in Northwest Arkansas. We start with light-hearted Jets nostalgia and a wager sheet that could cost us twenty bucks, then jump straight into why this event works: it's joyful, it's social, and every laugh helps fund counseling, after-school programs, and life skills for kids who need a steady hand.Hannah joins us to map out the night, from a VIP happy hour with first look at silent auction items to a main floor that hums with blackjack, craps, poker, a horse-race game, and a big central bar. We talk tickets, early-bird pricing, and how to proxy-bid if you're out of town. If you're hunting for auction gold, the lineup is stacked: Orphan Barrel age-statement unicorns, a Heaven Hill 17-year, plus an AMP concert package paired with a hotel stay and dinner. It's the rare fundraiser where bourbon lovers, music fans, and first-time bidders all find a lane.Then we dig into the heart of TASC. This local nonprofit delivers sliding-scale mental health counseling, First Steps for pregnant and parenting teens, and hands-on life skills like budgeting, car maintenance, banking, scholarship prep, ACT strategy, and driver permits. Teens often arrive because they have to, then keep coming because they want to. Programs like Bucket List Summer get them off screens and into real adventures that fill up fast, proof that connection still beats the algorithm.If you've ever wished charity nights felt less stiff and more human, this is your night. Come for the blackjack stories and bingo redemption arcs, stay for the knowledge that your chips translate into therapy sessions, service hours, and second chances. Grab your tickets at tascnwa.org, invite a friend, and if you loved this conversation, subscribe, share the episode, and drop us a quick review so more neighbors can discover the cause.

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This episode is for anyone who's been thinking about writing a book especially if you're an entrepreneur, coach, or consultant who wants to build your authority and influence.Nina sits down with Heidi van't Riet, a book-writing coach who works with business leaders to turn their expertise into published books. They have an honest conversation about why writing a book is still one of the best ways to build credibility in business and more importantly, how to actually finish one, even when you're convinced you don't have time, can't write, or haven't got a clue where to start.In this conversation, you'll discover:▪️ Why being a "good writer" is the least important part of creating a meaningful book▪️ The simple framework that transforms overwhelm into a clear roadmap▪️ What type of book makes sense for your goals (hint: it's probably not what you think)▪️ Who you actually need on your team to make this happen▪️ Your publishing options explained without the industry jargon▪️ What really happens before and after launch (because the book is just the beginning)▪️ How your book can become a genuine revenue streamIf you've been sitting on the idea of writing a book to grow your leadership presence, this conversation might be exactly what you need to hear.______Follow our Mastervision® Podcast on YouTubeSubscribe on platforms to get new episodes early: YouTube Music Apple Podcasts Spotify

In this episode of our Future of the Firm podcast, Alison Huntington, Global Commercial Strategy and Insights Leader at Russell Reynolds, sits down with Emma Carroll, Head of Content at Source, to discuss how firms can create true commercial value from their research—both now and in the future.  We consider the following questions and more:  Beyond the traditional white paper, what content falls under the category of "insights" today? In what ways do successful firms use research to create value for themselves and their clients?  What examples are there of this being done well?  How do the marketing funnel and mapping the customer journey come into play?  What are the biggest mistakes firms make when trying to commercialise their research?  With AI changing the game, how will the role of insights and research evolve in the coming years?  If you are a professional services leader looking to ensure your insights are not static but instead drive revenue, this conversation is for you.  If you enjoyed this conversation, don't miss our sister podcast, Business Leader's Voice. In a recent episode, we talked to Ahmed Abdel Wahab, General Manager for India at Mars, about what it takes to be a truly authentic leader today, particularly in a time of volatility.    

As Managing Partner of the Discussion Partner Collaborative, Tom Casey is not only watching the trends facing business leaders but also taking a stand. He speaks of the 'boomerang' of radical changes thrown at us last year, now coming back to confront leaders' values and their company's reputation. 

Plus people in Hutchins are still wondering what went on last night when their mayor and city council met with lawyers behind closed doors, a gunman is still on the run after shooting an armored car guard in Balch Springs yesterday, Texas will be well represented in this year's Super Bowl, and more!

In this first Global Insight episode of On Aon, Bridget Gainer, chief public affairs officer at Aon, is joined by Dan Foy from Gallup to explore how leaders can use resilience as a platform for smarter growth. Drawing on insights from Davos and the development of Aon's new Resilience Quotient (ARQ), they unpack how combining economic data with sentiment creates clearer signals amidst rising volatility. Together, they explain why organizations that understand both their exposure and their capacity to adapt are better positioned to make confident decisions, invest wisely and unlock long‑term performance.Key Takeaways:The ability to adapt, respond and make confident decisions is emerging as a competitive differentiator, one that shapes investment choices, talent strategy and long‑term performance.Aon's Resilience Quotient pairs objective risk indicators with Gallup's global sentiment data to illuminate how societies, institutions and workforces experience disruption. This combination reveals underlying strengths that can accelerate growth.Institutional strength, employee engagement and societal confidence shape how effectively organizations can adopt new technologies, navigate policy shifts and seize emerging opportunities. Experts in this episode:• Bridget Gainer — Chief Public Affairs Officer, Aon • Dan Foy — U.S. Business Leader for Global Research, Gallup Key moments:(3:50) Complexity and volatility are not temporary conditions.(8:05) What we've done with Aon's Resilience Quotient is one attempt to really try and bring that data together in a way that helps decision makers evaluate what are the true underlying factors.(17:20) Turning trust into something that can be quantified changes how leaders make critical operational decisions.Additional Resources:Aon at Davos: A Spirit of Dialogue and Renewed CooperationAon's Resilience Quotient Soundbites:   Bridget Gainer:“Resilience can't just be defensive anymore. It has to enhance decision quality, adaptability and long-term performance.”Dan Foy:“Engagement isn't soft — it's measurable, it's movable and it changes how organizations adapt to disruption.”  

In this engaging conversation, Donny and Stephanie Ruhle discuss a range of topics including the importance of kindness in criticism, the role of business leaders in political discourse, immigration reform, and the impact of AI on the economy. They explore the current political landscape, the influence of wealth on politics, and the need for a more compassionate approach to leadership. The discussion also touches on the future of American politics and the importance of listening to constituents' needs. Be sure to check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠On Brand with Donny Deutsch YouTube page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Takeaways Stephanie Ruhle emphasizes the importance of kindness in criticism. Criticism can be constructive when it comes from a place of love. Business leaders need to step up on immigration reform. Everything in politics is interconnected and impacts the economy. Immigrants play a crucial role in the healthcare industry. The political landscape is shifting, with a potential return to the middle ground. Trump's grip on power may be weakening as public sentiment shifts. The influence of wealth on politics is significant and concerning. AI will change the way we work, but we need to prepare for it. People are inherently good and can drive positive change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brett Jennings is making a big bet on peer accountability pods. A billion-dollar bet.The Owner and Founder of Real Estate Experts, Brett shares the details behind the nearly 10x growth of his hybrid teamerage (from $165M to $1.2B in sales) and the strategy to growth through acquisitions to $4B.Learn how purpose has made team agents, solo agents, and staff more productive (creating more than a dozen first-time $1M GCI producers in one year) and how purpose serves as a filter to find right-fit companies to acquire.Get proven strategies and simple tactics to grow revenue by growing your people (and why they might call themselves a Good Vibe Tribe).Watch or listen for Brett's insights into:Clarity within leadership and resilience within team membersTwo ways to test for agent grit and growth (including 1,000 calls in 10 days)What team agents and solo agents get in Brett's hybrid brokerage modelHow working with Tony Robbins and Deepak Chopra unlocked agent and team growthWhere to go next after nearly 10x sales in three yearsThe motivation and plan to grow through acquisitions to $4B and 600 agentsHow peer accountability helped create more than a dozen $1M GCI producersCharacteristics of a good acquisition targetWhy agents and staff need a bigger “why” than money alone - and how to deliverHow to create your own peer accountability pods and why Brett's betting big on themHow to increase participation in the optional pod programWhy self-discipline and self-actualization are the next iteration of conscious businessThe next steps for the Good Vibe Tribe movementAt the end, learn about expert advisors, luxury watches and refillable bottles, and two practices to revitalize your operating system. Free resources from Brett Jennings:→ https://goodvibetribeworldwide.com → https://bearealexpert.comConnect with Real Estate Team OS→ https://www.realestateteamos.com→ https://linktr.ee/realestateteamos→ https://www.instagram.com/realestateteamos/

What if philanthropy wasn't just about writing checks - but about building systems that actually work?In this episode of A Modern Nonprofit Podcast, host Tosha Anderson sits down with Ed Mitzen, Co-Founder of the Business for Good Foundation, to talk about rethinking traditional philanthropy through a business lens.After selling his for-profit company, Ed and his wife chose a hands-on approach to giving - investing time, talent, and capital into workforce development, housing, entrepreneurship, and underserved communities. Together, they explore how nonprofits, government, and the private sector can collaborate more effectively to create long-term economic mobility instead of short-term fixes.You'll hear real examples of:Using entrepreneurship to reduce reliance on nonprofit servicesPartnering with government to get funding out fasterWhy nonprofit boards need business expertiseHow to engage donors and business leaders beyond writing checksWhat nonprofits should focus on as funding gets tighterIf you're a nonprofit leader, funder, or board member navigating uncertainty and looking for smarter, more sustainable ways to drive impact - this episode is for you.Connect with Ed Mitzen

In this episode, Jeff Mains sits down with KG Charles-Harris, a serial entrepreneur who has founded six companies across industries ranging from genomics to AI. KG is the founder and CEO of Quarrio, a deterministic AI platform that solves a critical problem: getting accurate, consistent answers from corporate data in seconds instead of weeks.KG shares his unconventional path to entrepreneurship, explaining how his companies emerge from late-night conversations with brilliant people who share a common problem. He breaks down the crucial difference between deterministic and probabilistic AI systems, making the case that when decisions involve real money, real lives, or real consequences, accuracy isn't optional—it's essential.Key Takeaways[0:00] Introduction to KG Charles-Harris and his multi-industry entrepreneurial journey[1:18] How companies are born from conversations: The pattern behind KG's six startups[2:30] The genomics company origin story: From 4:30 AM conversation to Norwegian startup[3:28] Why Quarrio exists: Even data company CEOs can't get the data they need[4:31] The Quarrio platform: 100% accuracy, plain language queries, auto-visualization[5:27] Real-world impact: The $60M margin leak that took two quarters to find (would take 5 seconds with Quarrio)[7:00] Deterministic vs. probabilistic AI explained: Why autopilots don't hallucinate[11:30] The cycle time framework: Information → Decision → Action → Results[13:00] Why ChatGPT's inconsistency is a dealbreaker for enterprise decisions[18:30] Organizations as "decision-making machines" and democratizing decisions to every level[20:30] The data explosion: Managing 300+ structured data sources in mid-sized enterprises[23:00] Why Quarrio focuses on structured enterprise data (SAP, Salesforce, Oracle) instead of PDFs[30:00] Go-to-market strategy: Why they started with Salesforce and sales teams[32:30] The Salesforce incubation story: Free office space and immediate investment[33:30] Team building philosophy: Surrounding yourself with people smarter than you[37:00] Stewardship as core ethos: Taking care of family, team, customers, and partners[38:30] The founder's dilemma: Resilience vs. delusion—knowing when to persist[43:00] Where to connect with KG and learn more about QuarrioTweetable Quotes"An organization is essentially a machine for making decisions and taking actions that have certain types of results." — KG Charles-Harris"Cycle time to information shortens cycle time to decision, which shortens cycle time to action, which shortens cycle time to results." — KG Charles-Harris"Agentic AI without context is useless. You need determinism to trust what is enacted within your system." — KG Charles-Harris"Effectiveness requires redundancy. Efficiency optimizes for the shortest time or best expense, but effectiveness accomplishes the goal." — KG Charles-Harris"I'm not very smart, and because I realize that, I ensure I work with people who are very smart. Then they make me look smart." — KG Charles-Harris"Most of us give up before we should have. The break would have come had we stuck it out one more month." — KG Charles-Harris"If you don't have their back, you cannot expect them to have yours. It's a

In this episode of The Business Leader podcast, Richard Harpin interviews Caspar Lee, the YouTube pioneer who successfully transitioned from influencer to powerhouse entrepreneur. Lee reveals the strategies behind co-founding Influencer.com, a marketing agency with multi-million pound revenues and his subsequent move into venture capital with Creator Ventures. The conversation explores vital insights for scaling businesses. Lee explains why hiring 'big company' veterans can backfire in mid-sized firms. He also outlines how partnerships can be used to drive organic growth when building communities. He also shares his tips for personal branding, reflecting on the strategies he used to build his own following. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Continuing the series of podcasts looking back at the topics we first discussed, Kim reviews a session from 2015 talking about questions to ask business leaders. Given the changes to workplaces and the business challenges during the past decade, have the questions changed? To listen to the original podcast or read the transcription click here. What Would You Ask Business Leaders RevisitedDownload

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Is cost cutting really a strategy or is it quietly holding businesses back? In this episode of the Business Leader podcast, Sir Richard Harpin sits down with advertising and marketing legend Rory Sutherland. Sutherland challenges some of the most deeply held assumptions in modern business, from efficiency and procurement to marketing, pricing, and customer experience – all through the lens of a marketer. Drawing on decades of experience at the advertising group Ogilvy and in behavioural science, Rory explains why an obsession with cost reduction and short-term efficiency can destroy long-term value, and why businesses need to think in terms of opportunity, not just spreadsheets. This episode is essential listening for founders, CEOs and senior leaders who want to grow sustainably without sacrificing innovation, trust, or long-term opportunity. Subscribe for weekly conversations with the thinkers and leaders shaping the future of business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On. this episode, we explore the complexities of retirement planning, specifically addressing the question of how much one needs to save. Hosts Alyssa McNamara Reed and Mike McNamara emphasize that savings targets are highly individual, depending on factors like marital status, pension eligibility, and lifestyle expectations. We address the risks of inflation, the nuances of required minimum distributions, and the potential downsides of annuities. Alyssa McNamara Reed, CFP®is a financial planner with passion for the intersection of taxes and investing.  Alyssa works with motivated savers, beneficiaries of estates, business owners, divorcees, and pre-retirees. Michael J. McNamara, Ph.D., CFP®, is the founder of McNamara Financial. A seasoned financial planner with over 40 years of experience, Mike is now semi-retired and works exclusively with long-time clients and a select few new ones.

Long-time business figure Graham Bradley is being honoured today as an Officer of the Order of Australia, Graham shares his vision for "radical decomplication," explaining how cutting through complex red tape can unlock the true potential of Australian enterprise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#thePOZcast is proudly brought to you by Fountain - the leading enterprise platform for workforce management. Our platform enables companies to support their frontline workers from job application to departure. Fountain elevates the hiring, management, and retention of frontline workers at scale.To learn more, please visit: https://www.fountain.com/?utm_source=shrm-2024&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=shrm-2024-podcast-adam-posner.Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcastFor all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com  Takeaways- The biggest misconception is that most people are excited about transformation.- A small percentage of the workforce drives the majority of results.- The top 20% of employees contribute to 80% of outcomes.- The top 1% can drive a quarter of the results.- Most employees are tied to their current work methods.- Transformation may not feel significant to the majority.- Business leaders often assume support without engagement.- Engaging employees is crucial for successful transformation.- There is often an under-investment in change management.- Leaders must facilitate change rather than just declare it. 00:00 – Welcome & Jeff's Backstory in HR TransformationAdam kicks off the POZcast and introduces Jeff Williams, president and CFO at Aptia, walking through his career leading massive HR and business transformation efforts at Paychex, ADP, Alight, Aon and more.01:13 – Growing Up With a Self-Made FatherJeff shares his family story: born Canadian, raised American, youngest of eight, and the journey of his dad going from drafting apprentice to CEO at the same company over 33 years—and the lessons embedded in that.02:35 – Early Lessons: Hard Work, Humor & LossJeff reflects on what he learned from his father before losing him at 19: the value of hard work, eating fast at a crowded table, and keeping humor and lightness at the center of life and leadership.03:45 – From Telecom to the People Business (ADP Entry Point)Jeff explains how he moved from technology and telecom into human capital, taking on the role leading ADP's Canadian operations and discovering the power of the HR and benefits space.04:38 – Hiring at a High Bar: Talent, Drive & InstinctsAdam asks how Jeff hired to ADP's level. Jeff lays out his hiring philosophy: ambition beyond natural gifts, complementary skills, people better than him in key areas—and why he trusts his instincts on fit.06:25 – Real Leadership: Hiring People Better Than YouThey dig into succession, “making yourself dispensable,” and the idea that if you can't take a vacation without everything falling apart, that's a failure of leadership, not a badge of honor.07:30 – Pre-Email Days & The Human Side of WorkJeff remembers the 286/386 era and talks about how, before digital tools, people invested more in each other in person—inside and outside of work—and how that shaped deeper relationships.08:43 – Remote Work, COVID, and an Isolated WorkforceThey go deep on the pandemic: the rapid shift home, the early productivity spike, inflation pressures, relocation, and the rise of isolation and mental health issues as remote work took hold.11:10 – Young Workers, Office Longing & Loyalty ShiftsAdam shares what he's seeing with candidates who actually want to be in-office to learn through osmosis. Jeff talks about building the next generation of leaders and how in-person time rebuilds fabric and loyalty.13:32 – Mental Health, Home Setups & Productivity RealityThey unpack the assumption that everyone has an ideal home workspace—calling out caregiving, cramped spaces, kids, and distractions—and how that's quietly driving some people back to the office.14:51 – Why Jeff Bet on Aptia & the Move to BostonJeff explains what drew him to Aptia: the chance to build something differentiated and lasting, formalize his cross-border life, and finally live and work in the same country as his family.17:42 – The Big Vision: Building the Best Benefits Company in AmericaJeff outlines his ambition to build the best (not necessarily biggest) benefits services and administration company—one loved by clients, employees, and partners while supporting the communities they serve.19:04 – Benefits as a Talent Magnet: Total Rewards, Not Just SalaryThey talk about smart candidates, how benefits (health, financial, time off, ancillary) close offers, and why companies need to position total rewards early and clearly in the hiring process.21:13 – Closing the Benefits Understanding GapJeff shares the reality: most employees don't fully understand or appreciate their benefits. He talks about accessibility, education, and surfacing value in ways employees actually grasp.22:33 – Introducing Aptia One: Seamless, AI-Led Benefits ExperienceJeff breaks down Aptia One—how it's designed to create simple, AI-led, consumer-grade experiences for employees, employers, and partners across phone, web, and natural language interfaces.25:14 – How Jeff Is Personally Upskilling in AIJeff shares his approach to AI as a leader: consuming everything he can, learning from experts, applying lessons from previous waves of tech disruption, and staying hyper-relevant to where markets are heading.26:54 – Realistic AI: Simplicity, Accuracy & Avoiding AI-WashingThey discuss using AI to simplify journeys, NOT over-hyping capabilities, and why, in a business where you must be nearly 100% accurate on benefits, you must apply AI carefully and responsibly.28:43 – The Hard Truth About TransformationJeff calls out a big misconception: leaders assume everyone's excited about transformation. He explains why frontline employees often aren't enlisted as deeply as leaders think and why change enablement is under-invested.30:18 – Service, Soul & Corporate PhilanthropyThe conversation shifts to service: Jeff's history with DEI, United Way, and community work, and why doing something for others makes him feel more complete as a human and leader.31:25 – Why People Want Companies With a SoulJeff explains how corporate philanthropy, whether via one flagship cause or hyper-local initiatives, shapes belonging, engagement, and the desire to work for companies that care about more than profit.33:55 – Jeff's Son's Cancer Journey & Life Perspective ShiftsJeff shares the powerful story of his son Kevin's osteosarcoma diagnosis at 13, the grueling treatment, and how that battle reshaped his view on perseverance, priorities, and what really matters.36:26 – Adam's Own Cancer Battle & Shared PerspectiveAdam opens up about his recent Hodgkin's lymphoma remission, the physical and emotional toll, and how surviving cancer reframes life, work, and gratitude for both of them.40:04 – What Keeps Jeff Up at Night: Stewardship & FamilyJeff talks about being a “work in progress,” how life is now about his kids, his wife, and his responsibilities, and the ongoing chase to be a good steward for his family, business, and community.41:48 – Optimism About Humanity & The Future of BenefitsJeff shares a global perspective: wherever he goes, people want similar things for their families and communities. He then lays out the “big three” of benefits—health, wealth, and time off—as core holdings.43:26 – Designing Benefits Like a PortfolioThey dig into tailoring benefits to your population (e.g., menopause benefits, pet insurance, nonprofit-oriented perks), feeding what works, starving what doesn't, and iterating to truly serve your people.44:37 – Redefining Success: Energy for the Journey AheadIn closing, Jeff defines success not by titles or money, but by whether you still wake up excited for what's ahead—at work, at home, on the golf course, and in life overall.46:08 – Wrap-Up & Where to Find Jeff and AptiaAdam closes the episode, sharing where listeners can learn more about Aptia, connect with Jeff on LinkedIn, and reminding everyone to review, subscribe, and keep being good to themselves and better to others.

In this episode, we welcome Joe Eskenazi, CRO at Kong, to discuss the critical transition from an elite salesperson to a top-tier business leader. Joe shares how he bypassed the typical "salesperson" label by treating every interaction as a business consultancy, fueled by a concurrent MBA and an early career in sports broadcasting. We dive deep into the reality of the CRO role—orchestrating cross-functional ecosystems rather than just closing deals—and the personal journey of managing high-intensity burnout. Joe also offers powerful advice on finding an authentic leadership voice and why organizations must prioritize leadership training to protect their talent.

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The Three-Box Storytelling Framework The Hidden Psychology Behind Stories that Change Behavior Episode 288 (Graham is based in Singapore) This is a repeat of episode #68. In this conversation with Graham Brown, we explore: how the three-box storytelling model simplifies complex ideas why backstory builds trust before persuasion begins how fear of the unknown blocks decision-making why analogies help audiences understand faster how familiar stories lower resistance to change why emotion outlasts facts in memory how storytelling increases confidence over time why selling is really about guiding people through uncertainty ----- Graham Brown is the founder of Pikkal & Co, an award winning podcast agency based in Singapore. He has the experience of hosting over 400 episodes on his podcast.  Podcast Guesting Pro is a dedicated Podcast Booking Agency that works with B2B thought leaders. They help you reach new audiences and build your authority by booking you on podcasts to showcase your expertise and spread your message. Learn more here... https://www.podcastguesting.pro/ ----- Key Lessons from this conversation with Graham Brown: Effective business storytelling follows a simple three-scene structure: past, present, and future Audiences connect with backstory before they care about solutions Selling is about reducing fear of the unknown, not proving superiority Familiar stories make unfamiliar ideas easier to accept Analogies act as short-form stories that speed understanding Trust is built through shared experiences and common ground Change happens when staying the same feels riskier than moving forward Emotion—not facts—is what people remember after a presentation Confidence comes from practiced storytelling, not natural talent Every presentation improves through testing, feedback, and refinement ----- ----more---- Your Intended Message is the podcast about how you can boost your career and business success by honing your communication skills. We'll examine the aspects of how we communicate one-to-one, one to few and one to many – plus that important conversation, one to self. In these interviews we will explore presentation skills, public speaking, conversation, persuasion, negotiation, sales conversations, marketing, team meetings, social media, branding, self talk and more.   Your host is George Torok George is a specialist in communication skills. Especially presentation. He's fascinated by the links between communication and influencing behaviors. He delivers training and coaching programs to help leaders and promising professionals deliver the intended message for greater success.   Connect with George www.SpeechCoachforExecutives.com https://superiorpresentations.net/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/ https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskills    

The AI gap will kill companies.What is it? it's the large divide between AI's crazy impressive capabilities and what most companies are actually using them for. And one of the biggest reasons for the AI gap? Talking. Like... no one understands how to talk about AI because the technology changes faster than Usain Bolt in Beijing. You wanna talk to your AI team about LLMs? PFT. They're running Ralph Wiggum loops in Claude Code and just kinda reading the code before it hits production. Yeah, the divide is WIIIIIDE. So we're gonna tackle it together on the second volume of our Starter Series: AI Without the Jargon: The AI Language Every Business Leader Needs to live by in 2026 -- An Everyday AI Chat with Jordan WilsonNewsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletterMore on this Episode: Episode PageJoin the discussion on LinkedIn: Thoughts on this? Join the convo on LinkedIn and connect with other AI leaders.Upcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineupWebsite: YourEverydayAI.comEmail The Show: info@youreverydayai.comConnect with Jordan on LinkedInTopics Covered in This Episode:AI Jargon Barrier for Business LeadersGenerative AI Basics and Lingo BreakdownChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini Model ComparisonUnderstanding Tokens and Context WindowsLarge Language Models: Prompt to OutcomeParameters, Model Power, and Cost ImplicationsRetrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) ExplainedEmbeddings, Vector Databases, and ChunkingAgentic Models vs. Transformer ModelsAI Risks: Hallucinations, Prompt Injection, GuardrailsModel Context Protocol (MCP) and ConnectorsScaffolding for Complex AI WorkflowsAI Success: ROI, Risk, and Implementation StrategiesTimestamps:00:00 "Join Start Here Series Community"03:21 Bridging AI and Business Leaders09:35 Partnering for Generative AI Success12:26 "AI Models Operate Using Tokens"15:41 "Shift to Smaller AI Models"18:56 "Understanding RAG and Its Impact"22:38 "AI Tools Connecting via MCP"24:56 "Minimizing AI Hallucinations Effectively"28:45 "Fast, Careful AI Implementation"30:53 "AI Guide for Business Leaders"Keywords: AI language, AI jargon, artificial intelligence terminology, AI lingo, large language model, generative AI, prompt engineering, context engineering, context window, tokens, tokenization, model architecture, model parameters, neural network connections, Send Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info) Ready for ROI on GenAI? Go to youreverydayai.com/partner 

Jason is joined by the President and CEO of the Minneapolis Downtown Council, Adam Duininck. What can business leaders do as ICE operates in Minnesota? And what's the effect been on businesses?

Thursday 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour, Jason reviews the latest news as ICE continues to operate in Minnesota and the President threatens to invoke the Insurrection Act. Then he talks with the President and CEO of the Minneapolis Downtown Council, Adam Duininck, about how business leaders are reacting and trying to help in this time of crisis.

This episode features Richard Harpin MBE, founder of HomeServe and one of the UK's most experienced scale up operators. Recorded before his recent MBE award, this conversation shows exactly why his contribution to British business has been recognised.Richard shares how he grew a simple plumbing insurance idea into a global business valued at over £4 billion. He breaks down his nine step framework for building and scaling companies, from copying and pivoting early, to securing the right investor, replacing yourself as founder, and choosing steady evolution over dramatic change.We also cover international expansion, backing yourself when capital is tight, and why mentorship has played a defining role throughout his career. Today Richard is focused on helping the next generation of founders through Growth Partner and Business Leader, with a clear ambition to support a significant share of the UK's mid sized businesses.Key takeawaysFollow a clear framework and focus on execution not ideasSecure the right mentor early and listen to themEvolve constantly to avoid becoming irrelevantExpand internationally with local leadership in placeStrip your business back to its core value and commit fully

Elliot Quinones is a former US Army Squad Leader and the current owner of the Grout Medic of Chattahoochee Valley. As a former Army squad leader who mentored over 300 soldiers, he now helps salespeople and entrepreneurs develop their leadership skills and sales technique.

Mental fitness for business leaders is quickly becoming a differentiator in how companies grow, lead, and navigate adversity. As the demands of business ownership and leadership increase, so does the need for tools that strengthen focus, performance, and resilience. The conversation around mental fitness has moved far beyond motivation and mindset. It now sits at the core of how individuals and organizations operate at their best. Chance Potts, Founder of One More Benefit, has dedicated over three decades to coaching people through the challenges of leadership, business, and life. His background blends employee benefits, business consulting, and mental fitness training into a system designed to help leaders and teams grow stronger from the inside out. At the center of this approach is his Mental Fitness Training program, a year-round development framework that addresses both the inner and outer demands of performance. This training is built for professionals who want to stay sharp and effective in high-stakes environments. It connects deeply with leaders who aren't just looking to improve productivity, but who want to do the internal work required to lead with clarity and consistency. By focusing on real, controllable factors such as attitude, inputs, routines, and effort, Potts helps leaders stop drifting through their days and start acting with intention. Mental fitness for business leaders isn't about avoiding adversity. It's about how you prepare for it, how you process it, and how you grow through it. Potts knows this firsthand. His coaching is informed by real experience, not theory. From growing up in a household impacted by mental dysfunction to enduring the tragic loss of his son, his life has been shaped by adversity. And through it, he has built a practice that equips others to rise with purpose. The framework he uses, known as A.I.R.F.A.R.E., is a practical guide to regaining control in fast-moving environments. Leaders are trained to evaluate and improve seven core areas: attitude, inputs, routines, focus, associations, response, and effort. These aren't abstract concepts. They are daily disciplines that drive real change and help organizations improve team dynamics, engagement, and culture. The concept of building a REAL Fit Life and REAL Fit Business underpins all of Potts' work. It expands beyond professional identity to include personal alignment in areas like family, faith, finances, and future vision. For businesses, this focus on total alignment creates stronger teams, deeper engagement, and more resilient cultures. When business leaders take their own growth seriously, that commitment cascades to their teams. Mental fitness becomes part of the culture. Instead of constantly reacting to stress, distractions, and burnout, leaders are equipped to model better responses. They create environments where others can rise as well. This shift isn't about chasing perfection. It's about being your best with what you have right now, and using that foundation to serve others with more clarity, energy, and intention. Potts is not just a coach. He's a teacher of practical strategies that help people perform better under pressure, reconnect with their purpose, and show up fully in the areas that matter most. His work is a reminder that business growth doesn't only come from systems and strategy. It also comes from strengthening the mindset and habits of the people responsible for leading that growth. Watch the full episode on YouTube. Don't miss future episodes. Join Fordify LIVE! every Wednesday at 11AM Central on your favorite social platforms and catch The Business Growth Show Podcast every Thursday for a weekly dose of business growth wisdom. About Chance Potts Chance Potts is the Founder of One More Benefit and a Mental Fitness Coach with over 30 years of experience helping leaders build stronger lives and businesses. His Mental Fitness Training program helps professionals strengthen their mindset, improve performance, and create lasting impact from the inside out. About Ford Saeks Ford Saeks is a Business Growth Accelerator with over two decades of experience helping organizations scale smarter and faster. As President and CEO of Prime Concepts Group, Inc., he's credited with generating over one billion dollars in sales for start-ups, franchise systems, and Fortune 500 companies. A serial entrepreneur, Ford has founded more than ten businesses, authored five books, earned three U.S. patents, and received multiple industry awards. Known for his strategic thinking and down-to-earth style, Ford helps brands expand awareness, attract loyal customers, and drive measurable results. His expertise also extends to AI prompt engineering, where he trains artificial intelligence to create high-impact marketing, operations, and sales content. Ford recently showcased this expertise at the "Unleash AI for Business Summit," sharing insights on how ChatGPT is transforming the customer experience. Learn more at ProfitRichResults.com and tune in to his TV show at Fordify.tv.

In this special panel episode of the ABA Business Leaders Podcast, host April Smith, co-founder of 3 Pie Squared, is joined by Jennifer Helten and Mallory Stinger for a candid, wide-ranging conversation about the realities of owning and leading an ABA business. Together, they explore the emotional, operational, and leadership challenges that show up once you step into ownership. From guilt and over-responsibility to delegation, boundaries, and the constant pressure of “everything being a priority.” The discussion also introduces the ABA Business Leaders Support Group, a new monthly space designed specifically for ABA owners who want connection, clarity, and support from peers who truly understand the role. This episode is sponsored by SILNA, the leading care readiness platform and AI-driven prior authorization management tool, helping ABA organizations reduce administrative burden, improve authorization workflows, and focus more time on delivering care. Learn more about SILNA here: https://www.silnahealth.com/?ref=3Pie#get-started What You'll Learn in This Episode Common emotional and operational crossover experiences amongst business owners, regardless of size or location How owner guilt shows up day-to-day Why “if everything is a priority, nothing is a priority” increases your risk of burnout as an ABA Business Owner Practical insights on delegation, time audits, and letting go of tasks that no longer serve your role The emotional process of mourning tasks after delegating them Parallels between parenting and running an ABA business, including boundaries and time off Have a Question for Stephen and April? Call the ABA Business Leaders Hotline:

A ransomware attack doesn't always announce itself with flashing warnings and locked screens. Sometimes it starts with a quiet system outage, a few unavailable servers, and a sinking realization days later that the threat actors were already inside. This conversation pulls back the curtain on what really happens when an organization believes it's dealing with routine failures only to discover it's facing a full-scale cyber extortion event. My guest today is Zachary Lewis, CIO and CISO for a Midwest university, a 40 Under 40 Business Leader, and a former Nonprofit CISO of the Year. Zachary shares the inside story of a LockBit ransomware attack that unfolded while his team was still building foundational security controls, forcing real-time decisions about recovery, disclosure, negotiations, and whether paying a ransom was even an option. We talk about the shame that keeps many cyber incidents hidden, the emotional weight leaders carry during these moments, and the practical realities that don't show up in tabletop exercises from buying bitcoin to restoring systems when password managers are encrypted. It's an honest, grounded discussion about resilience, preparedness, and why sharing these stories openly may be one of the most important defenses organizations have. Show Notes: [04:05] Zachary Lewis explains why the absence of an immediate ransom note delayed suspicion of an attack. [06:00] The first technical indicators suggest something more serious is unfolding. [07:45] Discovering encrypted hypervisors and realizing recovery won't be straightforward. [09:30] Zachary outlines when data exfiltration became a real concern. [11:05] Receiving the LockBit ransomware note confirms the organization has been compromised. [12:55] The 4:30 a.m. phone call pushes leadership into full crisis mode. [14:40] Zachary reflects on managing fear, responsibility, and decision fatigue mid-incident. [16:20] Executive expectations collide with technical realities during the breach. [18:05] Why "doing most things right" still doesn't guarantee protection. [19:55] Cyber insurance begins shaping early response decisions. [21:35] Bringing in incident response teams and legal counsel under tight timelines. [23:20] Zachary describes working with the FBI and understanding jurisdictional limits. [25:10] What law enforcement can and cannot realistically provide during ransomware events. [26:50] Opening communication channels with the threat actors. [28:35] The psychological pressure behind ransomware negotiations. [30:10] Attacker-imposed timelines force rapid, high-stakes decisions. [31:55] Zachary walks through the practical challenges of acquiring cryptocurrency. [33:40] Why encrypted password managers created unexpected recovery barriers. [35:15] Determining which systems could be restored first—and which could not. [37:00] Lessons learned about backup integrity and offline recovery. [38:45] The importance of clear internal communication during uncertainty. [40:25] Balancing transparency with legal and reputational concerns. [42:10] How staff reactions differed from executive responses. [43:55] Zachary discusses the stigma that keeps many ransomware incidents quiet. [45:40] Why sharing breach stories can strengthen collective defenses. [47:20] MFA gaps and configuration issues exposed by the attack. [49:05] Why tabletop exercises fall short of real-world incidents. [50:50] Long-term security changes made after recovery. [52:30] Zachary offers advice for CISOs facing their first major incident. [54:10] What preparedness really means beyond compliance checklists. [56:00] Why resilience and recovery deserve equal priority. [58:30] Final reflections on leadership, accountability, and learning in public. Thanks for joining us on Easy Prey. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes and leave a nice review.  Links and Resources: Podcast Web Page Facebook Page whatismyipaddress.com Easy Prey on Instagram Easy Prey on Twitter Easy Prey on LinkedIn Easy Prey on YouTube Easy Prey on Pinterest Zachary Lewis - The Homesteading CISO Zach Lewis - LinkedIn

Marie Diamond is a world-renowned Feng Shui expert and guide to entrepreneurs, celebrities and billionaires. She is a star in the hit movie, The Secret.   Welcome to the Conscious Millionaire Show - How to Become an Ultra-Performer. Now 3X week M / W / F with host JV Crum III.   Are you an Entrepreneur, Founder, Business Leader? Committed to reaching the Top 1% of Performers and have revenue $250K to $50M? Sign up for your Breakout...here's what's included in your complimentary session: (1) Define your #1 Ultra-Outcome - your break out goal (2) Find out your #1 block keeping you from it - and how to remove it  (3) Get actionable steps to scale bigger faster and find out if an Ultra-Performer Program with JV is right for you.     Schedule Your Breakthough Session Now     Join Host JV Crum III, with 2 exits and over 75M revenues in his companies, he is the Ultra-Performer Coach for 6- to 8-figure owners ready to join the top 1%.   Season 12 of the award-winning Conscious Millionaire Show. World's #1 conscious business and performance podcast for foundeers and entrepreneurs who want to become Ultra-Performers.    Access Conscious Millionaire Show     Millions of Listeners. 190 countries. Inc Magazine "Top 13 Business Podcasts" with over 3,000 episodes. Listen 3X a week.

Business Leaders for Michigan launches “Michigan in a New Era,” featuring two experts working to shape the state's next economyOn this episode we're diving into research-driven, fact-based strategies designed to strengthen Michigan's economy with Business Leaders for Michigan (BLM) CEO, Jeff Donofrio and Rachel Stewart, Gardner White Furniture & Mattress CEO and BLM Board member. They discuss the organization's strategy plan “Michigan in a New Era”. By illuminating critical insights and connecting diverse perspectives, BLM's proposals are grounded in Michigan's current economic realities and aimed at accelerating growth, competitiveness, and long-term vitality statewide.

Most entrepreneurs were trained to be great at their craft… but not trained to lead people. This series is here to bridge that gap! The #BossToLeader series is designed to help you shift from the overwhelmed, doing-everything-yourself boss… to a confident leader who knows how to delegate, create accountability, empower your team & lead with vision instead of stress. In each episode, you'll get practical tools, strategies & honest insight about the real-life obstacles entrepreneurs face like trusting your team, letting go of control, handling accountability & showing up as the leader your business actually needs. So, if you're ready to stop surviving in your business and start leading with clarity and confidence, this series is for you. In this episode, I'm sharing how you can make the shift from being an overwhelmed entrepreneur to being an impactful business leader!     Need one-on-one help with navigating being a new leader? https://app.acuityscheduling.c...!  http://www.baproinc.com/ep180        Apply to join the New Leader, BIG IMPACT Coaching Program to level up your leadership & build an engaging team... even if the culture is toxic & without management's support! https://baproinc.com/newleaderbigimpact    Questions about this episode? Topic suggestions for future episodes? Send them to mailto:culture@businessadvocatespro.com   Let's chat about this episode on “X”: @BAPROINC or IG: @CultureBuildingPRO  The Culture Building like a PRO Podcast: Simple ways to transform your company culture... Today! | Company Culture | Culture Building | Organizational Culture | Employee Engagement | New Leaders | Effective Leadership | Servant Leadership | baproinc.com

Ruben Gonzalez is the first person to ever to compete in four Winter Olympics in four different DECADES! Olympic athlete 4x over, his best selling book "The Courage to Succeed" has been translated to 10 languages.   Welcome to the Conscious Millionaire Show - How to Become an Ultra-Performer. Now 3X week M / W / F with host JV Crum III.   Are you an Entrepreneur, Founder, Business Leader? Committed to reaching the Top 1% of Performers and have revenue $250K to $50M? Sign up for your Breakout...here's what's included in your complimentary session: (1) Define your #1 Ultra-Outcome - your break out goal (2) Find out your #1 block keeping you from it - and how to remove it  (3) Get actionable steps to scale bigger faster and find out if an Ultra-Performer Program with JV is right for you.     Schedule Your Breakthough Session Now     Join Host JV Crum III, with 2 exits and over 75M revenues in his companies, he is the Ultra-Performer Coach for 6- to 8-figure owners ready to join the top 1%.   Season 12 of the award-winning Conscious Millionaire Show. World's #1 conscious business and performance podcast for foundeers and entrepreneurs who want to become Ultra-Performers.    Access Conscious Millionaire Show     Millions of Listeners. 190 countries. Inc Magazine "Top 13 Business Podcasts" with over 3,000 episodes. Listen 3X a week.

  Welcome to the Conscious Millionaire Show - How to Become an Ultra-Performer. Now 3X week M / W / F with host JV Crum III.   Are you an Entrepreneur, Founder, Business Leader? Committed to reaching the Top 1% of Performers and have revenue $250K to $50M? Sign up for your Breakout...here's what's included in your complimentary session: (1) Define your #1 Ultra-Outcome - your break out goal (2) Find out your #1 block keeping you from it - and how to remove it  (3) Get actionable steps to scale bigger faster and find out if an Ultra-Performer Program with JV is right for you.     Schedule Your Breakthough Session Now     Join Host JV Crum III, with 2 exits and over 75M revenues in his companies, he is the Ultra-Performer Coach for 6- to 8-figure owners ready to join the top 1%.   Season 12 of the award-winning Conscious Millionaire Show. World's #1 conscious business and performance podcast for foundeers and entrepreneurs who want to become Ultra-Performers.    Access Conscious Millionaire Show     Millions of Listeners. 190 countries. Inc Magazine "Top 13 Business Podcasts" with over 3,000 episodes. Listen 3X a week.

Robert DeLauentis faced death-defying moments in his historic circumnavigation over the South and North Poles. Known as the "Peace Pilot," Robert's global mission is to inspire people to live their impossibly big dreams.   Welcome to the Conscious Millionaire Show - How to Become an Ultra-Performer. Now 3X week M / W / F with host JV Crum III.   Are you an Entrepreneur, Founder, Business Leader? Committed to reaching the Top 1% of Performers and have revenue $250K to $50M? Sign up for your Breakout...here's what's included in your complimentary session: (1) Define your #1 Ultra-Outcome - your break out goal (2) Find out your #1 block keeping you from it - and how to remove it  (3) Get actionable steps to scale bigger faster and find out if an Ultra-Performer Program with JV is right for you.     Schedule Your Breakthough Session Now     Join Host JV Crum III, with 2 exits and over 75M revenues in his companies, he is the Ultra-Performer Coach for 6- to 8-figure owners ready to join the top 1%.   Season 12 of the award-winning Conscious Millionaire Show. World's #1 conscious business and performance podcast for foundeers and entrepreneurs who want to become Ultra-Performers.    Access Conscious Millionaire Show     Millions of Listeners. 190 countries. Inc Magazine "Top 13 Business Podcasts" with over 3,000 episodes. Listen 3X a week.

Frank McKinney has built 44 oceanfront mansions on spec and is a Philanthro-Capitalist with 32 self-sustaining Haiti villages, Ultramarathon in 135 Death Valley race, and author of 9 best selling books   Welcome to the Conscious Millionaire Show - How to Become an Ultra-Performer. Now 3X week M / W / F with host JV Crum III.   Are you an Entrepreneur, Founder, Business Leader? Committed to reaching the Top 1% of Performers and have revenue $250K to $50M? Sign up for your Breakout...here's what's included in your complimentary session: (1) Define your #1 Ultra-Outcome - your break out goal (2) Find out your #1 block keeping you from it - and how to remove it  (3) Get actionable steps to scale bigger faster and find out if an Ultra-Performer Program with JV is right for you.     Schedule Your Breakthough Session Now     Join Host JV Crum III, with 2 exits and over 75M revenues in his companies, he is the Ultra-Performer Coach for 6- to 8-figure owners ready to join the top 1%.   Season 12 of the award-winning Conscious Millionaire Show. World's #1 conscious business and performance podcast for foundeers and entrepreneurs who want to become Ultra-Performers.    Access Conscious Millionaire Show     Millions of Listeners. 190 countries. Inc Magazine "Top 13 Business Podcasts" with over 3,000 episodes. Listen 3X a week.

  Welcome to the Conscious Millionaire Show - How to Become an Ultra-Performer. Now 3X week M / W / F with host JV Crum III.   Are you an Entrepreneur, Founder, Business Leader? Committed to reaching the Top 1% of Performers and have revenue $250K to $50M? Sign up for your Breakout...here's what's included in your complimentary session: (1) Define your #1 Ultra-Outcome - your break out goal (2) Find out your #1 block keeping you from it - and how to remove it  (3) Get actionable steps to scale bigger faster and find out if an Ultra-Performer Program with JV is right for you.     Schedule Your Breakthough Session Now     Join Host JV Crum III, with 2 exits and over 75M revenues in his companies, he is the Ultra-Performer Coach for 6- to 8-figure owners ready to join the top 1%.   Season 12 of the award-winning Conscious Millionaire Show. World's #1 conscious business and performance podcast for foundeers and entrepreneurs who want to become Ultra-Performers.    Access Conscious Millionaire Show     Millions of Listeners. 190 countries. Inc Magazine "Top 13 Business Podcasts" with over 3,000 episodes. Listen 3X a week.

 Yining Wang is Executive Partner at Sincere Alignment Group and advisor to global founders and executives across Asia and Europe. Bridging Eastern spirituality and Western business strategy.   Welcome to the Conscious Millionaire Show - How to Become an Ultra-Performer. Now 3X week M / W / F with host JV Crum III.   Are you an Entrepreneur, Founder, Business Leader? Committed to reaching the Top 1% of Performers and have revenue $250K to $50M? Sign up for your Breakout...here's what's included in your complimentary session: (1) Define your #1 Ultra-Outcome - your break out goal (2) Find out your #1 block keeping you from it - and how to remove it  (3) Get actionable steps to scale bigger faster and find out if an Ultra-Performer Program with JV is right for you.     Schedule Your Breakthough Session Now     Join Host JV Crum III, with 2 exits and over 75M revenues in his companies, he is the Ultra-Performer Coach for 6- to 8-figure owners ready to join the top 1%.   Season 12 of the award-winning Conscious Millionaire Show. World's #1 conscious business and performance podcast for foundeers and entrepreneurs who want to become Ultra-Performers.    Access Conscious Millionaire Show     Millions of Listeners. 190 countries. Inc Magazine "Top 13 Business Podcasts" with over 3,000 episodes. Listen 3X a week.

How does a country sliding toward autocracy affect its economy? Political scientist and author Barbara F Walter offers data-driven insights about why the murky middle ground between democracy and autocracy is bad for business. She talked with host Jeff Berman live on stage at the 2025 Masters of Scale Summit. Walter's book: https://bookshop.org/p/books/how-civil-wars-start-and-how-to-stop-them-barbara-f-walter/35f702a0af16f18aWalter's Substack: https://barbarafwalter.substack.com/Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: https://mastersofscale.com/newsletter/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.