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#SecurityConfidential #DarkRhiinoSecurityRobert Siciliano is a cybersecurity and identity theft expert, private investigator, and CEO of Protect Now LLC, with over 30 years of experience protecting people and organizations from fraud, social engineering, and cybercrime. Known for closing the “Human Blindspot,” Robert developed the Strategic Human Firewall™ to help individuals and employees recognize and stop manipulation before technology ever fails. A Certified Speaking Professional and #1 bestselling author of multiple books on identity theft and privacy, he is a frequent media expert on CNN, Fox News, and The Today Show. Robert works at the intersection of physical and digital security, helping organizations defend against AI-driven fraud by strengthening the human layer of security.00:00 Intro01:35 Our Guest02:36 Protecting others for an early age05:48 I got hacked in the 90's09:26 Social Security Numbers on the Dark Web11:00 A Psychological form of denial19:04 The “Human Blindspot”21:00 The Criminals know more about us than we do23:20 Regulatory Compliance25:14 Going through Security with a guide30:03 The Strategic Human Firewall36:00 Change Minds = Change Hearts41:00 Social Engineering: What works?53:31 More about Robert----------------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Robert visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertsiciliano/To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com----------------------------------------------------------------------

#SecurityConfidential #DarkRhiinoSecurityRobert Siciliano is a cybersecurity and identity theft expert, private investigator, and CEO of Protect Now LLC, with over 30 years of experience protecting people and organizations from fraud, social engineering, and cybercrime. Known for closing the “Human Blindspot,” Robert developed the Strategic Human Firewall™ to help individuals and employees recognize and stop manipulation before technology ever fails. A Certified Speaking Professional and #1 bestselling author of multiple books on identity theft and privacy, he is a frequent media expert on CNN, Fox News, and The Today Show. Robert works at the intersection of physical and digital security, helping organizations defend against AI-driven fraud by strengthening the human layer of security.00:00 Intro01:35 Our Guest02:36 Protecting others for an early age05:48 I got hacked in the 90's09:26 Social Security Numbers on the Dark Web11:00 A Psychological form of denial19:04 The “Human Blindspot”21:00 The Criminals know more about us than we do23:20 Regulatory Compliance25:14 Going through Security with a guide30:03 The Strategic Human Firewall36:00 Change Minds = Change Hearts41:00 Social Engineering: What works?53:31 More about Robert----------------------------------------------------------------------To learn more about Robert visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertsiciliano/To learn more about Dark Rhiino Security visit https://www.darkrhiinosecurity.com----------------------------------------------------------------------

Paul Fairweather CSP was once described as equal parts zen and espresso. Award-winning architect, CEO, co-founder of TEDxBrisbane, co-hostof The Common Creative podcast, finalist in Australia's prestigious portrait Archibald Prize, designer, inventor, illustrator ... Paul Fairweather is a Certified Speaking Professional delivering conference keynotes and author of Bold, Brave and a bit Quirky. Paul's mission is to give people courage to create and confidence to connect, often with a splash of watercolour and a twist of lemon. Paul helped our group drop our fear of drawing and paint a lemon watercolor, now framed in my kitchen. Paul Fairweather lives in Brisbane, Australia, the home of the 2032 Olympics. SOUNDBITES [0:02] How Vincent van Gogh became famous posthumously through letters, sketches, and story. [1:42] Turning a personal creative skill into a leadership and speaking signature. [2:19] A memoir-meets-manifesto style that makes creativity practical and accessible. [2:55] The “overflow” zone where challenge exceeds ability and creativity kicks in. [4:22] Beating procrastination by starting and suspending judgment. [6:24] Starting one idea often triggers many more. [6:54] How brain networks switch modes to generate ideas. [9:47] Using doodles and handwritten notes to boost attention and insight at work. [10:28] Leading for creativity by setting boundaries without over-prescribing. [11:44] Finding the second right answer through multiple options. [13:00] Inspiration, action, and connection as a balance of creative opposites. [14:32] Reframing procrastination as the gap where ideas evolve. [15:16] Building improvement thinking without idea-ownership friction. [15:59] Defining the script: fully scripted, ad lib, or improv. [17:36] Ad lib versus improv as degrees of structure. [17:50] Leading through uncertainty long enough to reach better solutions. [20:13] Communicating beyond words with visuals and images. [20:44] Metaphors plus story, message, and visuals for complete communication. [22:25] Bringing creative courage and fresh thinking into everyday work. CONTACT PAUL FAIRWEATHER https://www.paulfairweather.com/ Buy the book: https://www.paulfairweather.com/store-1 CONTACT PODCAST HOST, NINA SUNDAY Nina Sunday's latest book, ‘'Manage Self, Lead Others: Constructive Conversations, True Self-Leadership, and Culture You Can't Fake'' now on Amazon - paperback or kindle. Amazon USA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/3WaplI9⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon Australia ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.asia/d/0KwghaM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can read any Kindle eBook on your PC, laptop or phone; you don't need a Kindle device.  === To learn more about face-to-face training programs with Nina Sunday or one of her experienced Facilitators from Brainpower Training Pty Ltd in Australia Pacific, visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.brainpowertraining.com.au/signature-programs⁠ ⁠ === Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the first time in history, workplaces now span five generations, forcing leaders to rethink long-standing assumptions about motivation, communication, and career growth. As Gen Z enters the workforce, they bring expectations shaped by a desire for meaningful work, clear development paths, and work-life balance—rather than traditional, one-size-fits-all career ladders. In an era marked by labor shortages and widening skills gaps, particularly in the trades, leaders who fail to clearly articulate direction, purpose, and opportunity risk losing talent before it ever fully engages.So, how do leaders motivate, align, and retain people who want more than “because I said so”? And what does effective leadership actually look like when titles matter less than trust?These questions are at the heart of the latest episode of Straight Outta Crumpton, hosted by Greg Crumpton, featuring keynote speaker, author, and leadership strategist Stan Phelps. Together, they explore how communication, self-advocacy, and purpose-driven leadership can bridge generational divides and unlock potential—especially in environments where traditional management models fall short.Top insights from the talk…Why clear communication isn't complete until others can repeat—and act on—the message in their own words.How Gen Z's emphasis on purpose over pay is reshaping leadership expectations.Why “warmth” (intent) matters even more than competence when building trust and influence.Stan Phelps is a globally recognized keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, and author who helps organizations drive loyalty, growth, and word-of-mouth through customer and employee experience, differentiation, and purpose-driven strategy. A Certified Speaking Professional, former IBM Futurist, and Forbes contributor, he has delivered keynotes and workshops in 24 countries for Fortune 100 brands including IBM, Disney, UPS, Microsoft, and Target. Drawing on 5,000+ case studies and his Goldfish methodology, Stan equips leaders across Sales, Marketing, HR, and Operations with practical, action-oriented ideas that deliver measurable business results.

Theresa Rose is a Brand and Business Crystallizer, Strategic Co-Creator, 2x TEDx Speaker, and Certified Speaking Professional who works with experts and their businesses to create one-of-a-kind visual brands they can draw on a cocktail napkin. Using her Crystallization Process, Theresa helps thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and executives readying for transition to  Clarify, Amplify, and Monetize their Brilliance. Whitney website: https://www.theresarose.com/clear Show notes: https://successgrid.net/sg252/ If you love this show, please leave a review. Go to https://ratethispodcast.com/successgrid

As wealth transfers across generations, cybercriminals are positioning themselves to intercept it.In this episode of The Agent of Wealth, host Marc Bautis is joined by Robert Siciliano, one of the nation's most trusted authorities on cybersecurity, identity theft, and fraud prevention.Robert is a private investigator, Certified Speaking Professional, bestselling author, and the creator of The Strategic Human Firewall™. You've likely seen him on CNN, MSNBC, Fox, or The Today Show, helping millions understand how cybercriminals think — and how to stay one step ahead of them.Together, Marc and Robert explore why affluent families are increasingly targeted by fraudsters, how denial and misplaced trust make people vulnerable, and why AI-driven scams like deepfake voices and impersonation are changing the threat landscape entirely.In this episode, you will learn:Why “It won't happen to me” is one of the most dangerous mindsets in cybersecurity — and how denial quietly increases risk.Why affluent families and older generations are prime targets right now.How modern scams actually work, including wrong-number texts, romance scams, and long-game trust-building tactics.What practical steps can be taken to reduce risk immediately.The role adult children and trusted advisors play in protecting aging parents without taking away independence.And more!Tune in for a candid, eye-opening conversation about why situational awareness — not paranoia — is the new baseline for protecting wealth, identity, and family legacy in a digital world.Resources:Episode Transcript & Blog | protectnowllc.com | Bautis Financial: 8 Hillside Ave, Suite LL1 Montclair, New Jersey 07042 (862) 205-5000 | Schedule an Introductory CallWant to be a guest on The Agent of Wealth? Send Marc Bautis a message on PodMatch, here: https://tinyurl.com/mt4z6ywc

David Newman drops some serious truth bombs about why traditional sales tactics feel so gross—and what to do instead. He breaks down his "relationship-first" approach to business, explains why being divisive with your values is actually your competitive advantage, and shares how to escape the feast-or-famine cycle that keeps so many video businesses stuck. This isn't about tricks or scripts—it's about becoming the kind of person clients naturally want to work with. Key Takeaways Your values should filter clients in AND out—stop trying to convince everyone and start attracting the right ones The feast-or-famine cycle happens when you're focused on the next sale instead of building genuine relationships Being "divisive" with your beliefs isn't political—it's strategic positioning that saves everyone time Sales doesn't have to feel pushy when you lead with service and let your values do the filtering About David Newman David Newman, CSP. David is a Certified Speaking Professional®, a popular keynote speaker, and the author of the new book, Market Eminence: 22 Strategies to Build a Bold Personal Brand, Become a BusinessCelebrity, and Drive Unstoppable Growth. He works with founders, mid-marketCEOs, and professional services firms who want to play bigger, grow faster, and become a category of one. David's previous books are Do It! Selling, Do It! Speaking, and Do It! Marketing (an international bestseller translated into six languages). David is also the host of the globally ranked top 1% podcast, The Selling Show, with over 500 episodes. In This Episode [00:00] Welcome to the show! [03:47] Meet David Newman [11:11] Question Based Selling [18:17] Be Fully Present [23:04] How To Deal With Ghosting [26:15] Market Eminence [32:41] Be More Of Yourself [46:06] Connect with David [48:31] Outro Quotes "Don't worry about being a better salesperson, be a better person." - David Newman "We are not in the convincing and persuading business. We are in the filtering and sorting business." - David Newman "Action eliminates fear. Doing anything is better than doing nothing." - David Newman "Your sales process is not a matter of convincing and persuading—it's automatic filtering and sorting based on your point of view, your beliefs, your values." - David Newman Guest Links Visit David Newman's website to learn more about his work and services. Check out The Selling Show, David Newman's podcast Follow David Newman on social media: LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and X (Twitter). Links Join the Grow Your Video Business Facebook Group  Follow Ryan Koral on Instagram Follow Grow Your Video Business on Instagram Join the Studio Sherpas newsletter

Listen to today's podcast... “This year, I am going to earn my CSP.” That is what I said several years ago at this time. And thankfully, I can say that after many hours of sweating it through, I received my Certified Speaking Professional designation in San Diego, California July 2007. For many of us, New Year's Resolution Week is a time to reflect on the changes that we want and need, and in doing so we compile a list of resolutions. Unfortunately if our resolutions happen not to work out as we had hoped, we tend to put off trying again until the following year. Take One Action Today To Build Your #Resiliency!      Tip For Building Resiliency and Celebrating New Years Resolutions Week: Visualize It Many experts agree that the resolution itself is too often equated with the plan when it is only one part of the overall plan. One tip is to visualize the future.  Identify and visualize what feelings will come about by you achieving your goal. Replay this image regularly. The more details the better! Everyday is a new challenge to live the way you intend to, according to your passions and purpose. Remember, it takes less effort to stay the same than it does to change. Most goals require stepping outside of your comfort zone and that is why many people give up. Looking for more ways to build your resiliency? Take my free on-line vulnerability test at worksmartlivesmart.com under the resources and courses tab. #mentalhealth #hr

Get the inside scoop on how Sam Demma became the youngest Certified Speaking Professional and booked over 750 paid speaking gigs, all before 2025. In this episode of Speakernomics, Sam breaks down the exact outreach and sales strategies that built his thriving speaking business in the education market.Here's what you'll learn in this episode:* How Sam focused and expanded his market from local schools in Ontario to the entire US and Canada* The concrete sales and outreach tactics he used to land hundreds of gigs, including video emails and social media* Why value always wins over budget objections—and how to position yourself for higher fees* The three-part sales playbook (pre-call, during-call, post-call) Sam uses to consistently close 30-40% of leads* Creative ways to turn “no” into new opportunities and keep your speaking pipeline fullIf you want a no-nonsense blueprint for growth as a professional speaker, this episode is packed with actionable advice you can use right away! Become an NSA Member! https://nsaspeaker.org/join/#membership THRIVE 2026! You NEED to be here! https://thrive.nsaspeaker.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 532 of The Nurse Keith Show nursing and healthcare career podcast, Keith welcomes back Dr. Renee Thompson, the CEO and Founder of The Healthy Workforce Institute. In the course of this wide-ranging conversation, Keith and Renee reminisce about the very early days of nurses hanging out on Twitter, dabbling in podcasts, and finding one another in the wider nursing universe. Keith and Renee also chat about nurse bullying and incivility, where we find the profession at this time in history, where we might be headed, and what might make things better. Importantly, Keith also reflects on his podcasting journey, and the fact that this will be last interview recorded for The Nurse Keith Show for the foreseeable future. When and if the show returns is currently up for grabs, but if Keith is so moved, the podcast may reemerge from time to time. Whether you're a long-time listener or you've just discovered the show, the episode archive will remain available wherever you find podcasts, and please know that you, the listener, are greatly appreciated. Dr. Renee Thompson is the CEO & Founder of the Healthy Workforce Institute, working with healthcare leaders to cultivate a professional workforce by addressing bullying and incivility. Renee is a bestselling author, hosts a popular podcast, and is one of only 30 nurses worldwide to hold the prestigious Certified Speaking Professional designation. In 2018, she was recognized as one of LinkedIn's Top 10 Voices in Healthcare for her contributions to the global online healthcare community. In 2022 and 2023, she was identified as one of LinkedIn's top 5 Nurse Influencers.  In 2022, Renee was inducted as a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing for her work to eradicate disruptive behaviors in healthcare, and in March 2026, Renee will be inducted as a Fellow of the American Organization for Nursing Leadership for her sustained contributions to the specialty of nursing leadership, commitment to service, and influence in shaping healthcare by addressing disruptive behaviors. Renee and her team are on a mission to create a world where bullying and incivility are immediately rejected, and kindness, respect, and professionalism become the new norm. Connect with Dr. Renee Thompson and the Healthy Workforce Institute: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Healthy Workforce Institute (HWI) HWI on Facebook HWI on Instagram Dr. Renee Thompson on LinkedIn YouTube Dr. Thompson's Coffee Break Podcast Contact Nurse Keith about holistic career coaching to elevate your nursing and healthcare career at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NurseKeith.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Keith also offers services as a motivational and keynote speaker and freelance nurse writer. You can always find Keith on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Are you looking for a novel way to empower your career and move forward in life? Keith's wife, Shada McKenzie, is a gifted astrologer and reader of the tarot who combines ancient and modern techniques to provide valuable insights into your motivations, aspirations, and life trajectory, and she offers listeners of The Nurse Keith Show a 10% discount on their first consultation. Contact Shada at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheCircelandtheDot.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or shada@thecircleandthedot.com.

In this episode with Michelle Pascoe, we lift the lid on mystery shopping and what it really reveals about leadership, service, and customer experience. From why traditional surveys fail, to how insight-based mystery shopping exposes what leaders never see when they are not present, this conversation explores how organisations can turn observation into improvement. We also look at generational expectations, the role of robotics, and why human connection still matters more than ever. SOUNDBITES Mystery shopping explained beyond the myths.Why surveys fail when feedback goes nowhere.What leaders miss when they are not on site.How insight-based reports outperform tick-box scores.The role of human connection alongside robotics.What Gen Z expects from seamless service.Why Net Promoter Score needs context to matter.Turning customer data into real improvement. ABOUT MICHELLE PASCOE Contact: https://www.michellepascoe.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellepascoe/ Renowned for her expertise in the hospitality industry and backed by over three decades of experience, Michelle Pascoe is a Mystery Shopping expert, a Certified Speaking Professional delivering conference keynotes on the Customer Experience as well as workshops on Customer Service Excellence to frontline teams. ABOUT PODCAST HOST, NINA SUNDAY Nina Sunday's latest book, ‘'Manage Self, Lead Others: Constructive Conversations, True Self-Leadership, and Culture You Can't Fake'' now on Amazon - paperback, Kindle or audiobook. Amazon USA ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/3WaplI9⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amazon Australia ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.asia/d/0KwghaM⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you would be willing to leave a review so others know it's a good read, Nina would appreciate it. === Brainpower Training Australia To learn more about face-to-face training programs with Nina Sunday or one of her experienced Facilitators from Brainpower Training Pty Ltd in Australia Pacific, visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.brainpowertraining.com.au/signature-programs/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ === Speaking site: NinaSunday.com To visit Nina Sunday's speaker site for global in-person speaking bookings visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ninasunday.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ === LinkedIn: Connect with Nina Sunday on LinkedIn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ === Blog To subscribe to Nina Sunday's blog go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.brainpowertraining.com.au/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and scroll to bottom of page to register. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textIt's our last show for the year and we are looking forward to a break after an intense year of news! Why not do yourself a favour and join us, because we are going to tackle the issue of loneliness in our societies and its impact, as we welcome one of the world's leading experts on the topic. With the festive season coming up, loneliness is an issue that impacts one in six people, so we're going to dig into the science including the numbers and impact, why social cohesion is so important, we'll split it out over demographics, as well as the difference between males and females, and most importantly, what we can do to overcome our loneliness challenges.Then it's onto 2025. We are going to discuss the major events that happened this year, many of which we've already forgotten about as the next extreme event or news cycle chaos hit. We'll go through the major extreme weather events across the world and the impact on communities, we'll talk politics as we're nearly a year into the Trump Presidency and well, it's been a rollercoaster in its own right, we will discuss the economy, AI, social media, and a whole lot more!Our final guest for the year is Simone Heng. An award-winning author, Certified Speaking Professional, and Board Member for the Foundation for Social Connection, Simone helps organisations embed connection to drive performance, productivity and retention, and in the world of rapid AI advancement, her message is more important than ever. She first published the ‘Secret Pandemic: The Search for Connection in a Lonely World', which was re-worked into ‘Let's Talk About Loneliness” and published by Hay House Publishing in 2023. This book has gone on to win six awards, including a silver Nautilus book award, and suffice to say, we're delighted she is joining us. Not only is this another show you can't miss, it's also our last for 2025, so come and get your yearly recap, because it's certainly been a big year in the news on many levels. It's all happening this Friday 12th December 2025, 7am UK, 8am EU, 11am UAE, 2pm TH, 3pm SG, 6pm AEST. Streaming across various locations, and no doubt about it, we'd love your support. The Sh*t Show is a Livestream happening every Friday, where Andrea T Edwards, Dr. David Ko, Richard Busellato and Joe Augustin, as well as special guests, discuss the world's most pressing issues across all angles of the polycrisis, working to make sense of the extremely challenging and complex times we are all going through, plus what we can do about it. Help us move the needle so we can change the name of the show to something more genteel when (or if) it is no longer a sh*t show. #TheShitShow #UncommonCourageTo get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards My book Uncommon Courage, an invitation, is here https://mybook.to/UncommonCourage My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar

Something New!  For HR teams who discuss this podcast in their team meetings, we've created a discussion starter PDF to help guide your conversation. Download it here https://goodmorninghr.com/EP230  In episode 230, Coffey talks with Linda Swindling about how HR professionals can build negotiation skills, increase approachability, and advocate more effectively inside their organizations.  They discuss why people fear negotiation and how media influences our mindset; the role of everyday micro-negotiations in building confidence; how to uncover true needs through strategic questioning; using the A-S-K framework to navigate difficult conversations; ways HR can speak up when discussions go off-track; understanding personality and negotiation styles; overcoming internal narratives that limit assertiveness; developing boundaries and protecting emotional energy; and helping leaders adopt negotiation as a core communication skill.  You can find Linda's assessments and tools including the “What's My DEAL Style?”, “How Well Do You Ask?” assessments and “Negotiate Like a CEO” E-Book here https://www.lindaswindling.com/assessments  Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—Bulletproof Background Checks. For more information about our commitment to quality and excellent customer service, visit us at https://imperativeinfo.com.   If you are an HRCI or SHRM-certified professional, this episode of Good Morning, HR has been pre-approved for half a recertification credit. To obtain the recertification information for this episode, visit https://goodmorninghr.com.   About our Guest:  Linda Swindling, CSP, CPAE, is a globally recognized expert in negotiation, high-stakes communication, and leadership influence. Ranked among the Top 15 Negotiators in the World by Global Gurus for six consecutive years, she equips leaders and professionals to negotiate what matters—from closing major deals to dealing with workplace drama with confidence and clarity.  A Certified Speaking Professional and inductee into the National Speakers Association's Speaker Hall of Fame (CPAE), Linda is also a Professor of Practice in Negotiation and Dispute Resolution at the University of Texas at Dallas.  Her negotiation expertise was refined in the courtroom and the boardroom as a practicing corporate attorney and later, a strategic advisor to CEOs. During her 10 years practicing law, Linda became a partner and a mediator, successfully negotiated several million-dollar deals, and resolved cases that “couldn't be settled.”  For more than 25 years, she has delivered innovative, research-based programs which result in better conversations, proactive dispute resolution, and high-performance leaders and teams. You won't hear anecdotal or intangible theories based on books she read. Instead, you get strategies that produce breakthrough outcomes and lasting results.  Linda's clients include Fortune 100 companies, government agencies, and associations seeking to boost performance, build resilient cultures, and champion change. The creator of the popular Passport to Success book series, she is the author/co-author of more than 20 books including Ask Outrageously, Stop Complainers and Energy Drainers, and The Manager's High-Performance Handbook.  Whether she's speaking from the stage or coaching executives behind the scenes, Linda empowers professionals to use their voices effectively, resolve conflict respectfully, and negotiate durable outcomes that benefit all parties.  Linda Swindling can be reached at: https://www.facebook.com/JourneyOnLindaSwindling https://x.com/LindaSwindling https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindaswindling/ https://www.youtube.com/@LindaSwindling  About Mike Coffey:  Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, licensed private investigator, business strategist, HR consultant, and registered yoga teacher. In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations and due diligence firm helping risk-averse clients make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business. Imperative delivers in-depth employment background investigations, know-your-customer and anti-money laundering compliance, and due diligence investigations to more than 300 risk-averse corporate clients across the US, and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies. Imperative has been named a Best Places to Work, the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year, and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association.  Mike shares his insight from 25+ years of HR-entrepreneurship on the Good Morning, HR podcast, where each week he talks to business leaders about bringing people together to create value for customers, shareholders, and community. Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence by FW, Inc. and has twice been recognized as the North Texas HR Professional of the Year.  Mike serves as a board member of a number of organizations, including the Texas State Council, where he serves Texas' 31 SHRM chapters as State Director-Elect; Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County; the Texas Association of Business; and the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, where he is chair of the Talent Committee. Mike is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). He is also a Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and teaches multiple times each week. Mike and his very patient wife of 28 years are empty nesters in Fort Worth.  Learning Objectives: Identify the psychological barriers that make negotiation feel uncomfortable for most professionals. Apply the A-S-K framework to improve preparation, questioning, and next-step planning. Strengthen leadership communication by encouraging employees and executives to clearly express what they really want.  

This week on the KORE Women podcast, Dr. Summer Watson is joined by Diane DiResta, who is a Certified Speaking Professional, author of Knockout Presentations, and one of the Top 20 Speaker Coaches in the world. She's helped leaders command rooms across the globe and now she's here to help you find your voice in a noisy, AI-driven world. We talk about why public speaking is more important than ever, why old-school presentation tactics are falling flat, and how to stop playing it safe and start owning the room. You can connect with Diane DiResta on: LinkedIn and YouTube and at www.diresta.com http://www.linkedin.com/in/dianediresta http://www.diresta.com http://www.youtube.com/dianediresta.com Thank you for taking the time to listen to the KORE Women podcast and being a part of the KORE Women experience. You can listen to The KORE Women podcast on your favorite podcast directory - Pandora, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Stitcher, Podbean, JioSaavn, Amazon and at: www.KOREWomen.com/podcast.  Please leave your comments and reviews about the podcast and check out KORE Women on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.  You can also learn more about Dr. Summer Watson, MHS, PhD, KORE Women, LLC, the KORE Women podcast, KORE Business Solutions (a Virtual Assistant service) and Cross-Generational Consultation Services by going to: www.korewomen.com. Thank you for listening! Please share this podcast with your family and friends. #KOREWomenPodcast #PublicSpeaking #ExecutivePresence #SpeakWithConfidence #LeadershipVoice 

Susan Leahy, MA, CSP is a dynamic and inspiring speaker, trainer, and coach with over 20 years of experience transforming leaders and boardrooms. As the founder of Robert's Rules Made Simple, she has trained and coached more than 10,000 board members and meeting chairs across North America, giving them the skills and confidence to run healthy, effective, and engaging meetings.Susan's passion for this work is deeply personal. After watching her mother serve five years on a dysfunctional city government board, she saw how toxic meetings don't just waste time—they drain health, energy, and life. While she doesn't believe that experience caused her mother's cancer, she knows it didn't help. That realization fuels her mission: using Robert's Rules not just as a productivity tool, but as a pathway to healthier, more respectful, and more human meeting dynamics.A Certified Speaking Professional and founding member of the Association of Transformational Leaders, Susan brings humor, heart, and practical strategies to every stage. Her message is simple yet profound: Time is life, and your life matters—stop wasting it in poorly run meetings.Download Episode TranscriptEpisode HighlightsMeet Susan Leahy: Susan shares her unique background growing up with a mother who was a professional clown (yes, really!), and how that early exposure to creativity and joy impacted her approach to life and her business today.Origin Story: Susan recounts how, as a teenager, she joined her mother at a junior college class on Robert's Rules of Order—her first introduction to meeting management that would later shape her career.What Are Robert's Rules of Order?Susan explains the history behind Robert's Rules, why General Henry M. Robert wrote a parliamentary procedure handbook in 1876, and how it became the gold standard for running board and organizational meetings.She discusses how these rules can help bring order, civility, and effectiveness to meetings of all sizes—whether for large organizations, small nonprofits, HOAs, or even family discussions.Modernizing a Classic: Susan reveals how she brings energy, fun, and modern relevance to the (traditionally dry) topic of Robert's Rules—making the process more accessible, less intimidating, and empowering for today's leaders.From Boardroom to Bedroom: The conversation takes a fascinating turn as Susan talks about how the principles of structure, order, and intention can also be applied to personal relationships—including marriage. She notes that having structure actually frees people up to communicate better and have more fun.Practical Wisdom:How understanding just seven fundamental motions can help anyone feel more confident in running or participating in meetings.The importance of having an agenda, setting intention, and valuing everyone's time and life.Why structure in meetings and relationships creates more “rhythm” and less chaos.Empowering Leaders: Susan shares stories from her 20+ years in this field, including helping boards resolve conflict before turning to lawyers, and how simple changes in meeting dynamics can make a world of difference.Decision-making in the Age of AI: Both Liz and Susan discuss the irreplaceable human element of group decisions and why, despite advances in technology, real conversations and choices should remain a uniquely human process.Resources and How to Work with Susan: Whether for your board, your business, or your personal life, Susan offers online programs and coaching to help you “chair a meeting with confidence” and create healthier dynamics—everywhere.Links MentionedVisit robertsrulesmadesimple.com for Susan's online training programs on meeting management and parliamentary procedure.For personal/couples coaching and resources: susanleahy.comKey TakeawayEffective meetings (and relationships!) thrive on clear structure, intention, and respect for everyone's time—because “time equals life.” By learning even the basics of Robert's Rules and bringing purposeful energy into your gatherings, you can create healthier, happier environments at work and at home.Connect with Susan:robertsrulesmadesimple.comsusanleahy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if you could spend just one day sharing your product or service with an irresistible offer—and turn that one event into a multimillion-dollar business by harnessing the power of a single presentation?Most entrepreneurs spend years trying to grow their business through endless marketing tactics, but few realize they could be just one presentation away from the breakthrough they've been chasing. Whether it's on a stage or in a boardroom, one powerful presentation can change everything. Which is exactly what happened to today's guest.Today, I'm thrilled to welcome Colin Boyd back on the podcast. Colin is a Certified Speaking Professional, founder of the Sell From Stage Academy®, and author of One Presentation Away. Colin has helped some of the biggest names in the expert space design presentations that convert clients without sales-y or slimy tactics. In addition to experts such as Amy Porterfield, James Wedmore, and Jenna Kutcher, he has also collaborated with major corporations, including Coca-Cola, Suncorp, and Hewlett-Packard, to name a few.In our conversation, Colin explains how anyone can craft their origin story into a conversion story, one that connects and converts authentically to drive exponential growth in their business.In this episode, you'll learn: 1.) How to reframe selling as an act of service and remove feelings of guilt from your mindset. 2.) How to structure presentations that organically leads to a yes and convert more prospects into clients.3.) How to sell from stage without feeling “salesy,” by using Colin's framework for turning selling into serving and making irresistible offers that people are excited to say yes to.Show Notes: LifestyleInvestor.com/262Tax Strategy MasterclassIf you're interested in learning more about Tax Strategy and how YOU can apply 28 of the best, most effective strategies right away, check out our BRAND NEW Tax Strategy Masterclass: www.lifestyleinvestor.com/taxStrategy Session For a limited time, my team is hosting free, personalized consultation calls to learn more about your goals and determine which of our courses or masterminds will get you to the next level. To book your free session, visit LifestyleInvestor.com/consultationThe Lifestyle Investor InsiderJoin The Lifestyle Investor Insider, our brand new AI - curated newsletter - FREE for all podcast listeners for a limited time: www.lifestyleinvestor.com/insiderRate & ReviewIf you enjoyed today's episode of The Lifestyle Investor, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen, so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review.Connect with Justin DonaldFacebookYouTubeInstagramLinkedInTwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The use of AI has become prevalent, but how much should you use AI to develop and present your speech?   Today, Mark and Darren are joined by their fellow World Champion and Certified Speaking Professional, Ed Tate, as they discuss ways to ethically use AI as you create your unforgettable presentation.   SNIPPETS:   • AI can be relied on too heavily   • There always has to be a human in the middle   • Be committed to YOUR content   • Be connected to YOUR content   • Use AI as an intern   • Let AI help, but don't rely on it   • Use YOUR voice   • Own your speech   • Don't be lazy   • Bring your personality to every presentation   Work with Mark and Darren: https://www.stagetimeuniversity.com/get-a-speaking-coach/   Check Out Stage Time University: https://www.stagetimeuniversity.com  

Money isn't just about math—it's about meaning. It's not just dollars in the bank, it's the beliefs in your heart. Today on Money 911, we're diving into the beautiful truth that your financial life will rise to meet the level of your mindset. Our guest, Joyce Marter, is a licensed psychotherapist, a Certified Speaking Professional, and the award-winning author of The Financial Mindset Fix. She's been featured on CNN, MTV, and The Wall Street Journal, and her work has touched countless lives by revealing one powerful truth: when you heal your relationship with yourself, you heal your relationship with money. This isn't just a conversation about wealth—it's about worth. It's about breaking free from fear, rewriting the inner script that says ‘not enough,' and stepping into a life overflowing with possibility, purpose, and peace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kevin McCarthy is the author of the bestselling book, BlindSpots – Why Good People Make Bad Choices, and holds the highest certification recognized globally by the speaking industry, the Certified Speaking Professional. What were the blind spots that led to your downfall, and how can other entrepreneurs recognize similar risks before it's too late? How can self-awareness and emotional intelligence change the trajectory of a business leader's success? What practical tools can aspiring entrepreneurs use to avoid ethical missteps and make better decisions under pressure? Why do talented subject matter experts often struggle when promoted into leadership — and how can they make that transition successfully? What does it really take to build a resilient, people-centered business culture — especially after hitting rock bottom? Kevin McCarthy Kevin McCarthy is the author of the bestselling book, BlindSpots – Why Good People Make Bad Choices, and holds the highest certification recognized globally by the speaking industry, the Certified Speaking Professional. An award-winning sales professional, he built one of the largest Century 21 offices in America, then developed and sold a dot-com startup. In 2004, his boss was arrested for the largest stock fraud in Washington State history. As a result, Kevin spent 33 months in federal prison for a crime he didn't knowingly commit. There he studied Cognitive Psychology and recognized — then deeply researched — the blind spots that lead to his predicament. Today, Kevin and his team empower leaders to uncover their blind spots, harness their innate talent, and drive peak performance through enhanced self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Excellent Executive Coaching Podcast If you have enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our podcast on iTunes. We would love for you to leave a review. The EEC podcasts are sponsored by MKB Excellent Executive Coaching that helps you get from where you are to where you want to be with customized leadership and coaching development programs. MKB Excellent Executive Coaching offers leadership development programs to generate action, learning, and change that is aligned with your authentic self and values. Transform your dreams into reality and invest in yourself by scheduling a discovery session with Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC to reach your goals. Your host is Dr. Katrina Burrus, MCC, founder and general manager of Excellent Executive Coaching a company that specializes in leadership development.

“Can't I just add a couple of exercises to my keynote and create a killer training program?” Over the past two decades, Darren and Mark have heard that question numerous times, and the short answer is “No.”   Today, they get comprehensive answers from their fellow World Champion and Certified Speaking Professional, Ed Tate...the trainer's trainer. Not only do they discuss the differences between speaking and training, but they also delve into the mindset and methods that will help you deliver unforgettable training.   SNIPPETS:   • Speaking and training are different   • Keynotes contain a higher level of abstraction   • Keynotes affect thinking, training affects behavior   • Audience engagement is key   • Make ideas actionable   • Instructions have various levels   • Provide content in digestible pieces   • Serve different learning styles   • Repetition is your friend   • Give content in different modalities   • Debrief activities   Check out Train-the-Trainer Workshop: https://www.stagetimeuniversity.com/workshops/train-the-trainer/

Alle reden von Morgenroutinen, von 5:00 Uhr aufstehen, Eisbädern und Journaling. Aber kaum einer sagt dir die Wahrheit: Routinen machen dich nicht erfolgreich. Sie sind nur das Symptom. Erfolg entsteht nicht, weil du eine Checkliste abhakst. Erfolg entsteht, weil du ein Ziel hast, das so stark ist, dass dein Verhalten sich automatisch darum ordnet. Arnold Schwarzenegger hat nicht wegen einer „Morgenroutine“ Olympia gewonnen – sondern weil er ein klares Ziel hatte, und alles andere zwangsläufig Routine wurde. In dieser Folge zerlegt Dirk Kreuter den Routinen-Mythos. Er zeigt, warum die eigentliche „Master-Routine“ nur darin besteht, dein Ziel immer wieder neu zu justieren. Ohne Ziel sind Routinen nur Lifestyle-Hacks. Mit Ziel werden Routinen unvermeidbar.

70–90 % aller Kaufentscheidungen laufen unbewusst. Doch was löst das Ja wirklich aus? In dieser Episode verrät Dirk Kreuter die fünf entscheidenden Kaufmotive, die weit über Emotion und Features hinausgehen. Ob B2B oder B2C – Kunden kaufen Sicherheit, Status und Entlastung, nicht deine Produktdetails. Lerne, wie du deine Argumentation so ausrichtest, dass deine Abschlussquote steigt – und warum fast alle Verkäufer an der Oberfläche scheitern. Pflichtfolge für Unternehmer, Selbstständige und Vertriebler.

Dirk Kreuter nimmt dich mit an den Punkt, an dem alles begann. Keine Heldengeschichte, sondern echte Entscheidungen, Zweifel, Übung und die Stunde, in der aus ersten Produktschulungen ein Beruf mit Wirkung wurde. Du hörst, wie Lernen am Kunden wirklich funktioniert, warum Fokus mehr bringt als Talent und welche Schritte aus einem Trainer einen Mentor für Unternehmer gemacht haben. Du nimmst mit • wie du Zugang zu Könnern bekommst und davon praktisch profitierst • wie du Inhalte testest, straffst und in Formate gießt, die tragen • wie du Systeme baust, die Umsetzung leichter machen als Ausreden • woran du deine nächste Stufe erkennst und den Übergang sauber schaffst Diese Episode ist für alle, die mehr aus ihrer Expertise machen wollen. Für Unternehmer, Selbstständige und Trainer, die Wirkung statt Beschäftigung suchen. Am Ende hast du einen klaren nächsten Schritt, den du heute gehen kannst. Starte jetzt und speichere die Folge, damit du die entscheidenden Prinzipien immer wieder abrufen kannst. Das YouTube-Video vom 10. Juni 2018, in dem ich meine Entstehungsgeschichte erstmals erzähle. Unpolierter Sound, klare Prinzipien. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jljwpW0TRU Kostenloser Live-Workshop alle zwei Wochen. Zwei Stunden Vertrieb, Marketing und Unternehmertum: http://workshop.dirkkreuter.com/ Dirk Kreuter – Europas bekanntester Verkaufstrainer, Unternehmer & Bestseller-Autor Als führender Verkaufstrainer und Certified Speaking Professional begeistert Dirk Kreuter seit 1990 mit seinen Vorträgen in 16 Ländern und hat den Guinness-Weltrekord für das größte Vertriebstraining der Welt aufgestellt. Mit über 100 Publikationen – darunter Bücher, Hörbücher und Online-Kurse – gilt er als einer der Vordenker in den Bereichen Verkauf, Akquise und unternehmerisches Wachstum. Seine Bücher zählen zu den meistgelesenen Bestsellerwerken im deutschsprachigen Raum zu den Themen Verkauf, Akquise und unternehmerischer Erfolg. Auf seinen Bühnen standen bereits mehr als 10.000 begeisterte Teilnehmer. In diesem Podcast teilt Dirk seine bewährten Strategien, praxiserprobten Verkaufstechniken und unternehmerischen Erfolgsprinzipien – klar, direkt und ohne Umschweife. Freu dich auf echte Erfolgsstories, tiefgehende Analysen und sofort umsetzbare Tipps, die dich und dein Business vom Mitläufer zum Marktführer bringen. Egal, ob du mehr Umsatz, bessere Kunden oder ein skalierbares Unternehmen willst – hier bekommst du den Erfahrungsschatz eines Mannes, der den Vertrieb im deutschsprachigen Raum geprägt hat wie kein anderer. Das ist dein wöchentlicher Boost für Vertrieb, Business & Erfolg. Weitere Ressourcen:

In dieser Folge räumt Dirk Kreuter mit dem Bestseller-Mythos auf: Nicht Talent oder Zufall bringen dich auf Platz 1, sondern ein sauberes System. Beim ersten Versuch scheiterte er, weil die Bücher in der entscheidenden Woche gar nicht im Handel waren. Beim zweiten Versuch trotz großem Budget wieder: Systemfehler. Erst beim dritten Anlauf – mit eigener Reichweite, klarem Marketingplan und dem richtigen Verlag – war Bestseller Platz 1 die logische Folge.

‍ New: Valora - Your AI Business Coach Turn the wisdom from this episode into practical actions for your business in minutes. Click here now to access the tool > ‍ How to Lead with Quiet Confidence and Create Partnerships that Thrive Does it sometimes feel as though the workplace, or business world, was designed for the loudest voices, not for you? In this episode of The Brilliant Business Book Festival, I'm joined by Jennifer Kahnweiler, author of The Introverted Leader (3rd Edition): Building on Your Quiet Strength, and several other books that change the business game. Her work shines a light on what so many of us have felt: introverts aren't less capable, they simply lead differently. And when they're allowed to do so, the results can be extraordinary. What follows isn't just a recap of our conversation. It's a deeper dive into why introversion is a leadership advantage, how introverts and extroverts can form “genius opposites” partnerships, and how practical tools like delegation and preparation can transform how we show up at work. You'll learn how understanding your natural wiring can help you prepare, communicate, and collaborate more powerfully, without pretending to be someone you're not. If you've ever felt overlooked in meetings, frustrated by fast-paced demands, or unsure how to delegate without losing your standards, this conversation will give you tools, strategies, and confidence to lead on your own terms. ‍ ‍ Prefer to WATCH instead of read? Visit: https://www.youtube.com/@melittacampbell/podcasts ‍ ‍ “Quiet leaders aren't less capable — they're often more prepared, more observant and more trusted.” - Jennifer Kahnweiler ‍ Why Introversion is a Leadership Strength For too long, introversion has been cast as something to overcome. “Speak up more.” “Be more confident.” “Network like extroverts.” ‍ But Jennifer reminds us: introversion isn't a flaw. It's a foundation. Introverted leaders thrive because they bring qualities that today's organisations desperately need: ‍ Preparation: the ability to walk into a room having thought through angles, questions, and next steps. Deep listening: a skill that makes colleagues and clients feel truly heard. Meaningful connection: not surface-level networking, but genuine one-to-one or small group relationships that last. Think of it like gardening. Extroverts may scatter seeds widely, covering ground quickly. Introverts plant fewer seeds, but tend and water them with patience … leading to stronger, longer-lasting growth. ‍ When introverts stop trying to keep up with the loudest voices and instead honour their natural wiring, leadership begins to feel more natural, more energising, and more effective. ‍ Making the Most of “Genius Opposites” One of Jennifer's most fascinating frameworks is what she calls “genius opposites”: introverted–extrovert partnerships that, when nurtured properly, create exponential results. Through her research, she developed the ABCDE model for making these partnerships thrive: A – Accept the Alien: stop trying to change your partner; embrace their difference. B – Bring on the Battles: don't avoid conflict, air it out early before resentment builds. C – Cast the Character: put people in roles where their strengths shine (the extrovert waving people down at a trade show; the introvert taking them deeper once they're at the booth). D – Destroy the Dislike: you don't have to be best friends, but you do need mutual respect, and a little humour goes a long way. E – Each Can't Offer Everything: clients and colleagues benefit when both voices are present; difference leads to richer solutions. The metaphor here is a pair of rowers in a boat. If both row on the same side, you go in circles. But when you learn to pull in sync from opposite sides, you glide forward faster and straighter than you ever could alone. ‍ “The right introvert–extrovert partnership doesn't add up, it multiplies.” - Jennifer Kahnweiler ‍ Speaking Up — Without Being Loud One of the biggest frustrations introverts share is being overlooked in meetings. You pause to reflect before speaking, and suddenly someone else has jumped in. Silence gets misread as disinterest. But Jennifer offers strategies that allow introverts to be heard without forcing themselves to “perform”: Prepare key points ahead of time so you can contribute with clarity. Ask for reflection time (“I'd like to think about this and come back with a response tomorrow”). Follow up in writing with a synthesis of ideas, often more valuable than what's said in the room. Brené Brown has even built reflection breaks into her team's meetings, so introverts (including herself) have space to process ideas before decisions are made. A simple but profound reminder that influence doesn't always happen in the room; it happens in the follow-up too. ‍ Delegation Without the Guilt Many introverts struggle with delegation — worried that tasks won't be done to their standard, or that they'll burden others. But holding on to everything creates bottlenecks, exhaustion and stalled growth. Jennifer reframes delegation as a gift, not a burden. By handing over tasks: You free space for your strategic thinking, the work only you can do. You give others the opportunity to learn and grow. You prevent burnout, ensuring you show up as your best self. Think of delegation like passing a torch in a relay race. You're not abandoning the run; you're ensuring the team as a whole keeps moving forward faster. ‍ The Quiet Confidence Advantage If you take only one thing from Jennifer's research and our conversation, let it be this: Introversion is not just “enough” — it's an advantage. By honouring your natural strengths, partnering wisely with complementary styles, and creating environments where quieter voices are respected, you don't just survive in leadership — you thrive. And perhaps the bigger invitation is this: what if we stopped assuming leadership must look a certain way, and instead embraced the full spectrum of how people naturally show up? The result wouldn't just be fairer, it would be far more effective. ‍ Final Thought to Reflect On? What could shift for you if you stopped trying to “keep up” with the loudest voices, and instead led in the way only you can? ‍ Want to explore what this could look like for you? ‍Learn more about the ways you can work with Melitta Campbell to uncover your Value Sweet Spot to market, sell and grow your business confidently, and always on your terms. Working with Melitta >  ‍ ‍ About Jennifer Jennifer B. Kahnweiler, PhD, is a bestselling author and one of the top global leadership speakers on introverts in the workplace. Her pioneering books, The Introverted Leader, Quiet Influence, The Genius of Opposites, and Creating Introvert-Friendly Workplaces have been translated into 18 languages. The Introverted Leader was named one of the top 5 business books by The Shanghai Daily. Jennifer has partnered with leading organizations like Amazon, Merck, Kimberly Clark, NASA, Bosch, and the US Centers for Disease Control. She has over 12 years experience delivering online presentations and courses. She has delivered keynotes from Singapore to Spain. Her engaging presentations to diverse audiences blend research with provocative examples and practical tools. Jennifer has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and The New York Times and has appeared as a guest on over 100 podcasts. Jennifer holds the Certified Speaking Professional designation, awarded to a small percentage of speakers, and is proud to serve as a mentor to many professional women. She received her PhD in counseling and organizational development from Florida State University and her degrees in sociology and counseling from Washington University, St. Louis. A native New Yorker, Jennifer calls Atlanta, GA home. ‍ Read Jennifer's Book: The Introverted Leader (3rd Edition): Building on Your Quiet Strength ‍ Connect with Jennifer Website    LinkedIn ‍ ‍ About Your Host, Melitta Campbell Melitta Campbell is an award-winning business coach, TEDx speaker, author of A Shy Girl's Guide to Networking and founder of the Dream Clients Club. ‍ Through her Value WhisperingTM Blueprint, she helps introverted female entrepreneurs build quietly impactful businesses that grow through clarity, trust, and alignment. ‍ Learn more about working with Melitta here ‍ Loved this episode? Turn your Insight into Action with Valora Valora is the podcast's new AI Business Coach. Answer three short questions and she'll translate your responses into simple, practical actions you can take this week to grow your business. Click here now to access Valora > ‍ ‍ You May Also Enjoy... 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Get the inside scoop on how Sam Demma became the youngest Certified Speaking Professional and booked over 750 paid speaking gigs, all before 2025. In this episode of Speakernomics, Sam breaks down the exact outreach and sales strategies that built his thriving speaking business in the education market. Here's what you'll learn in this episode: How Sam focused and expanded his market from local schools in Ontario to the entire US and Canada The concrete sales and outreach tactics he used to land hundreds of gigs, including video emails and social media Why value always wins over budget objections—and how to position yourself for higher fees The three-part sales playbook (pre-call, during-call, post-call) Sam uses to consistently close 30-40% of leads Creative ways to turn “no” into new opportunities and keep your speaking pipeline full If you want a no-nonsense blueprint for growth as a professional speaker, this episode is packed with actionable advice you can use right away! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Warum sind Live-Webinare das mächtigste Vertriebs-Tool unserer Zeit? Dirk Kreuter zeigt dir in dieser Folge: Warum Teilnehmer in Live-Webinaren ernsthafter und kaufbereiter sind Welche Struktur garantiert, dass Teilnehmer bleiben – und kaufen Wie du mit Show-up-Rate, Chat & Pitch spielend deine Abschlussquoten erhöhst Warum Dirk 60.000 €+ Werbebudget pro Webinar einsetzt – und trotzdem hochprofitabel bleibt

Warum Fluktuation für dein Wachstum unverzichtbar ist In dieser Folge erfährst du, warum die Abwanderung von Führungskräften kein Problem, sondern ein Treiber für dein Unternehmenswachstum ist. Dirk Kreuter erklärt, weshalb Mittelmaß keine Option ist und warum du Minderleister nicht halten solltest, nur um Statistiken zu schönen. Anhand konkreter Beispiele zeigt er dir: • Warum die besten Mitarbeiter bleiben und andere Platz machen müssen • Weshalb Organisationen sich schneller entwickeln als manche Führungskraft mithalten kann • Wie private Prioritäten Fluktuation beeinflussen und warum das normal ist • Wieso dein Unternehmen ohne mutige Ideen und klare Ziele stagniert Freu dich auf klare Worte, inspirierende Denkanstöße und eine schonungslose Wahrheit: Nur wer sich weiterentwickelt, bleibt Teil des Erfolgs. Kostenloser Live-Workshop alle zwei Wochen. Zwei Stunden Vertrieb, Marketing und Unternehmertum: http://workshop.dirkkreuter.com/ Dirk Kreuter – Europas bekanntester Verkaufstrainer, Unternehmer & Bestseller-Autor Als führender Verkaufstrainer und Certified Speaking Professional begeistert Dirk Kreuter seit 1990 mit seinen Vorträgen in 16 Ländern und hat den Guinness-Weltrekord für das größte Vertriebstraining der Welt aufgestellt. Mit über 100 Publikationen – darunter Bücher, Hörbücher und Online-Kurse – gilt er als einer der Vordenker in den Bereichen Verkauf, Akquise und unternehmerisches Wachstum. Seine Bücher zählen zu den meistgelesenen Bestsellerwerken im deutschsprachigen Raum zu den Themen Verkauf, Akquise und unternehmerischer Erfolg. Auf seinen Bühnen standen bereits mehr als 10.000 begeisterte Teilnehmer. In diesem Podcast teilt Dirk seine bewährten Strategien, praxiserprobten Verkaufstechniken und unternehmerischen Erfolgsprinzipien – klar, direkt und ohne Umschweife. Freu dich auf echte Erfolgsstories, tiefgehende Analysen und sofort umsetzbare Tipps, die dich und dein Business vom Mitläufer zum Marktführer bringen. Egal, ob du mehr Umsatz, bessere Kunden oder ein skalierbares Unternehmen willst – hier bekommst du den Erfahrungsschatz eines Mannes, der den Vertrieb im deutschsprachigen Raum geprägt hat wie kein anderer. Das ist dein wöchentlicher Boost für Vertrieb, Business & Erfolg. Weitere Ressourcen:

Darum bremst du dich selbst aus und merkst es nicht. In dieser Folge decke ich die unsichtbaren Gummibänder auf, die dich als Unternehmer, Selbstständigen oder Handwerkschef zurückhalten, auch wenn du schon alles für deinen Erfolg tust. Es geht um Erfolgsangst, Zugehörigkeit, innere Moralbilder, dein Selbstbild, Erfolgsdruck und die Angst vor Sichtbarkeit. Diese Muster stoppen Umsatz und Wachstum. Du erfährst, wie du die Bremsen erkennst, auflöst und das volle Potenzial deines Geschäfts ausschöpfst. Jetzt ansehen und die größten Wachstumskiller in deinem Kopf lösen. Kostenloser Live-Workshop alle zwei Wochen. Zwei Stunden Vertrieb, Marketing und Unternehmertum: http://workshop.dirkkreuter.com/ Dirk Kreuter – Europas bekanntester Verkaufstrainer, Unternehmer & Bestseller-Autor Als führender Verkaufstrainer und Certified Speaking Professional begeistert Dirk Kreuter seit 1990 mit seinen Vorträgen in 16 Ländern und hat den Guinness-Weltrekord für das größte Vertriebstraining der Welt aufgestellt. Mit über 100 Publikationen – darunter Bücher, Hörbücher und Online-Kurse – gilt er als einer der Vordenker in den Bereichen Verkauf, Akquise und unternehmerisches Wachstum. Seine Bücher zählen zu den meistgelesenen Bestsellerwerken im deutschsprachigen Raum zu den Themen Verkauf, Akquise und unternehmerischer Erfolg. Auf seinen Bühnen standen bereits mehr als 10.000 begeisterte Teilnehmer. In diesem Podcast teilt Dirk seine bewährten Strategien, praxiserprobten Verkaufstechniken und unternehmerischen Erfolgsprinzipien – klar, direkt und ohne Umschweife. Freu dich auf echte Erfolgsstories, tiefgehende Analysen und sofort umsetzbare Tipps, die dich und dein Business vom Mitläufer zum Marktführer bringen. Egal, ob du mehr Umsatz, bessere Kunden oder ein skalierbares Unternehmen willst – hier bekommst du den Erfahrungsschatz eines Mannes, der den Vertrieb im deutschsprachigen Raum geprägt hat wie kein anderer. Das ist dein wöchentlicher Boost für Vertrieb, Business & Erfolg. Weitere Ressourcen:

Zehn Tage nur Spaghetti mit Ketchup. Kein Geld. Kein Ausweg. Dann Akkordarbeit in der Werkhalle und eine Einsicht, die alles veränderte. Leistung muss sich lohnen. In dieser Folge erzähle ich, warum Provision für mich kein Bonus ist, sondern der Motor für Motivation, Wachstum und Freiheit. Du hörst, wie aus einem Schweißer ein Topverkäufer und später ein Unternehmer wurde und welche Vergütungssysteme echte Leistung nach oben bringen. Du erfährst, wie Provision die besten Mitarbeiter anzieht, warum Sicherheit ohne Perspektive träge macht und wie klare Ziele mit fairen Anreizen zu messbaren Ergebnissen führen. Dazu kommen Gäste, die offen über Zahlen, Prozesse und Learnings sprechen. Du siehst, wie sie Teams führen, Marketing scharf stellen und Ergebnisse liefern. Wenn du Unternehmer, Selbstständiger oder Führungskraft bist und mehr Umsatz willst, hör rein und nimm den nächsten umsetzbaren Schritt mit. Kostenloser Live-Workshop alle zwei Wochen. Zwei Stunden Vertrieb, Marketing und Unternehmertum: http://workshop.dirkkreuter.com/ Dirk Kreuter – Europas bekanntester Verkaufstrainer, Unternehmer & Bestseller-Autor Als führender Verkaufstrainer und Certified Speaking Professional begeistert Dirk Kreuter seit 1990 mit seinen Vorträgen in 16 Ländern und hat den Guinness-Weltrekord für das größte Vertriebstraining der Welt aufgestellt. Mit über 100 Publikationen – darunter Bücher, Hörbücher und Online-Kurse – gilt er als einer der Vordenker in den Bereichen Verkauf, Akquise und unternehmerisches Wachstum. Seine Bücher zählen zu den meistgelesenen Bestsellerwerken im deutschsprachigen Raum zu den Themen Verkauf, Akquise und unternehmerischer Erfolg. Auf seinen Bühnen standen bereits mehr als 10.000 begeisterte Teilnehmer. In diesem Podcast teilt Dirk seine bewährten Strategien, praxiserprobten Verkaufstechniken und unternehmerischen Erfolgsprinzipien – klar, direkt und ohne Umschweife. Freu dich auf echte Erfolgsstories, tiefgehende Analysen und sofort umsetzbare Tipps, die dich und dein Business vom Mitläufer zum Marktführer bringen. Egal, ob du mehr Umsatz, bessere Kunden oder ein skalierbares Unternehmen willst – hier bekommst du den Erfahrungsschatz eines Mannes, der den Vertrieb im deutschsprachigen Raum geprägt hat wie kein anderer. Das ist dein wöchentlicher Boost für Vertrieb, Business & Erfolg. Weitere Ressourcen:

We all want a life where we call the shots, right? But how do you actually make that happen? In this episode, we sit down with Mark Leblanc, a Certified Speaking Professional, to uncover the intentional choices that shaped his remarkable life and career. We'll explore the idea that progress comes from every step you take toward a goal, no matter its size. We'll tackle Mark's best pieces of wisdom for embracing how far you've come, even in tiny ways, as we explore how to make deliberate decisions that lead to the life you envision. This episode will offer fresh perspectives on how you can begin to truly choose your own path.

"Love is the currency of life." – Joyce Marter, LCPC, CSP Today's featured award-winning, bestselling author is a mompreneur, wife, Renowned Psychotherapist, International keynote Speaker, CEO, yogi, and mental health thought leader, Joyce Marter. Joyce and I had a fun on a bun chat about her upcoming book, lessons learned from getting her first one published, the value of vulnerability, and more!Key Things You'll Learn:The connection between mental health and financial well-beingHow yoga and meditation keep Joyce's resilience muscles strong. Plus, her favorite mindfulness practice that you can try today.Why self-awareness and emotional intelligence are important skills to possess in today's workplaceWhat it means to be a Certified Speaking Professional and how Joyce became oneWhat setback set Joyce up for more success in businessJoyce's Site: https://www.joyce-marter.com/Joyce's Book: https://www.joyce-marter.com/book/the-financial-mindset-fix/The opening track is titled, “North Wind and the Sun” by Trevin P. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://compilationsforhumanity.bandcamp.com/track/north-wind-and-the-sunPlease support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…Ep. 497 – “The Financial Mindset Fix” with Joyce Marter (@Joyce_Marter): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-497-the-financial-mindset-fix-with-joyce-marter-joyce_marter/Ep. 860 – Money Loves You with Julia Carlson (@JuliaCarlson_): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-860-money-loves-you-with-julia-carlson-juliacarlson/Ep. 697 – “The 7-Figure Life” with Dr. Noah St. John (@noahstjohn): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-697-the-7-figure-life-with-dr-noah-st-john-noahstjohn/#Holiday Bonus Ep. – “Happy Money” with Ken Honda (@KenHondaHappy): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/holiday-bonus-ep-happy-money-with-ken-honda-kenhondahappy/Ep. 777 – Attract & Manifest Good Luck with Victoria Marie Gallagher (@LOAHypnotist): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-777-attract-manifest-good-luck-with-victoria-marie-gallagher-loahypnotist/Ep. 509 - "Exit Rich" With Michelle Seiler Tucker (@MSeilerTucker): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-509-exit-rich-with-michelle-seiler-tucker-mseilertucker/Ep. 691 – “How to Spark Your Heart and Ignite Your Life” with Hilary DeCesare (@HilaryDeCesare): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-691-how-to-spark-your-heart-and-ignite-your-life-with-hilary-decesare-hilarydecesare/Ep. 690 – “Prosper mE” with Victoria Rader, Ph.D. (@VicaRader): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-690-prosper-me-with-victoria-rader-phd-vicarader/Ep. 599 – “The Everyday Bucket List” with Karen Cordaway (@KarenCordaway): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-599-the-everyday-bucket-list-with-karen-cordaway-karencordaway/Ep. 536 – “Cashflow Cookbook” with Gordon Stein (@cashflowcookbk): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-536-cashflow-cookbook-with-gordon-stein-cashflowcookbk/Ep. 407 – “Financial Alchemy” with Morgana Rae (@morganarae): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-407-financial-alchemy-with-morgana-rae-morganarae/#GNPYear3 Bonus Episode 5 – “Money Honey” with Rachel Richards (@MoneyHoneyRach): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/gnpyear3-bonus-episode-5-money-honey-with-rachel-richards-moneyhoneyrach/Ep. 359 – “Think Yourself Confident & Successful” with Nathalie Plamondon-Thomas (@thinkyourselfAc): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-359-think-yourself-confident-successful-with-nathalie-plamondon-thomas-thinkyourselfac/261 – “How Thoughts Become Things” with Douglas Vermeeren (@DougVermeeren): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/261-how-thoughts-become-things-with-douglas-vermeeren-dougvermeeren/

“Persuasion is not limited only to business. It's certainly not only limited solely to sales, and it's not also only limited to simply management in all walks of life, professionals use persuasion. Doctors need to persuade. Lawyers, in particular, need to persuade, and in fact, at home, parents need to persuade.” Paul Du Toit's Top Five Tips For How You Can Change People's Minds and Influence Their Decisions While Building Trust.1.  The Friendship Key2. Money - does it really motivate?3. Reciprocity4. Using the right WORDS5. AuthorityTIME STAMP SUMMARY01:49  Creating common ground builds trust05:41  Productivity and motivation14:49 Analyzing the impact of specific words like "imagine" and "because"28:25  how people are hardwired to believe authority Where to find Paul?Website               https://congruence.co.za/                                  www.pauldutoit.net LinkedIn              https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauldutoit/?originalSubdomain=za  Paul Du Toit Bio Paul du Toit is the author of 3 business books - the most recent being The Book of Persuasion - How You Can Change People's Minds and Influence Their Decisions While Building Trust. His earlier books are You Can Present With Confidence, and The Exceptional Speaker co-authored with Alan Stevens. He a 27 year speaking veteran and Africa's 1st Certified Speaking Professional this century. He has been inducted in to the Southern African Speakers Hall of Fame and the Southern African Educators Hall of Fame. He was instrumental in the founding of the Professional Speakers Association of Southern Africa 20 years ago, serving as its president in 2006, and was the 2nd recipient of its Founders Award for service to the business of speaking. He runs Congruence Training specialising in communication skills. In between scuba diving and sampling fine red wine, he's run the Comrades 3 times, completed 13 Two Oceans marathons and enjoys strumming his guitar. Although born in Cape Town, he lives in Johannesburg and has 2 grown up daughters, 2 dogs, 2 cats, 2 avo trees and one wife who lives with him and their vegetable patch in Sandton. 

Scott welcomed Chris Fuller to the virtual studio for this week's episode! Scott and Chris discuss the role of Right Path Resources in optimizing team dynamics and leadership through behavioral assessments, especially for financial and insurance professionals, while emphasizing personal growth and intentional team development.Chris Fuller, CSP is an award-winning international leadership speaker, author, and consultant with over 25 years of experience helping organizations build engaged leaders, high-performing teams, and inspired cultures. As President & CEO of RightPath Resources, Chris has expanded the firm's impact – delivering proprietary behavioral tools and leadership development systems to clients across six continents—including several Fortune 500 companies, and 12 NFL teams.A gifted storyteller and adventurer, Chris draws leadership lessons from both real-world business challenges and personal adventures, weaving practical insights with bold perspective. He is the author of Iditarod Leadership and InSPIRED Leadership, and holds the Certified Speaking Professional designation. In this episode you will learn the following:How RightPath Resources' behavioral assessment tools help to optimize team dynamics and leadership development in organizations, including NFL teams and various industries.The importance of understanding individual wiring through assessments like RightPath to improve hiring processes, team interactions, and overall workplace efficiency, specifically targeting financial and insurance professionals.The significance of self-awareness and understanding team dynamics to avoid common issues in organizations, such as miscommunication and ineffective team performance, by using data-driven insights from behavioral assessments.Chris Fuller's books including "Iditarod Leadership" and "Inspired Leadership," which focus on leadership principles and team optimization, using storytelling to convey complex concepts. Connect with Scott on LinkedInConnect with Chris on LinkedInFor more on The Optimized Advisor Podcast click here  For more on RightPath Resources click hereFollow us on LinkedIn  **This is the Optimized Advisor Podcast, where we focus on optimizing the wellbeing and best practices of insurance and financial professionals. Our objective is to help you optimize your life, optimize your profession, and learn from other optimized advisors. If you have questions or would like to be a featured guest, email us at optimizedadvisor@optimizedins.com Optimized Insurance Planning

Joseph Michelli is an internationally sought-after speaker, author, and organisational consultant who transfers his knowledge of exceptional business practices in ways that develop joyful and productive workplaces with a focus on customer experience. His insights encourage leaders and frontline workers to grow and invest passionately in all aspects of their lives.A Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Publishers Weekly, Nielson BookScan, and New York Times #1 bestselling author. Joseph's most recent book, All Business Is Personal, features proven strategies for boosting customer loyalty, engagement, and sustainable growth, and offers insights leaders can apply across industries to create high-performing, customer-focused organisations.Joseph holds the Certified Speaking Professional designation from the National Speakers Association (NSA). He is a member of the Authors Guild, an editorial board member for the Beryl Institute's Patient Experience Journal (PXJ), and is on the founders' council of CustomerExperienceOne. Other achievements include winning the Asian Brand Excellence Award and being named as one of the Top 10 thought leaders in Customer Service by Global Gurus. He received his master's and doctorate from the University of Southern California.In this episode, Dominic explores the intersection of AI and human interaction, questioning the ability of AI to replicate genuine human care and creativity, and the complexities of customer experience, loyalty, and referrals. With Joseph advocating the necessity for CEOs to be passionate and unreasonable in their pursuit of exceptional customer service. He explores strategies for activating referrals, the importance of emotional engagement, and the design of customer journeys that foster loyalty. Joseph shares his insights on the transformation of patient experience in US healthcare, and the innovative approach that led One Medical to being acquired by Amazon. Emphasising the importance of redesigning processes to enhance care delivery, he highlights the cost reduction achieved through proactive health management and the role of technology in creating human-centric services. DiscoverThe Power of Emotional Connection in Business: Building an emotional connection with customers, beyond merely offering a product or service, fosters loyalty and helps establish a strong brand identity.The Importance of Customer Experience: Exceptional customer experience can significantly impact a business's success. By fostering emotional connections and going beyond basic transactional value, businesses can create loyalty and referrals among their customer base.Word-of-Mouth as a Powerful Marketing Tool: Customer referrals play a crucial role in business growth. Companies that focus on delivering exceptional experiences often benefit from organic word-of-mouth promotion, resulting in reduced sales and marketing costs.Balancing Cost-Cutting with Customer Experience: While reducing costs is a strategy some businesses consider, focusing solely on cost can lead to commoditisation. Prioritising customer experience and value can differentiate a business and create long-lasting success.The Influence of Net Promoter Score (NPS): Net Promoter Score is a useful metric for understanding customer loyalty and satisfaction. By asking customers how they found the business, insights can be gained that highlight the importance of customer recommendations and the overall impact of positive experiences.Book recommendations:Joseph's book

In this episode, Braxton Critcher welcomes Jimmy Lea from the Institute for Automotive Business Excellence. Why? Because Jimmy actually did something newsworthy! Bout time! Jimmy is now, to our knowledge, the ONLY presenter in the automotive aftermarket certified as a Certified Speaking Professional. It was quite the journey to get here, though! Hear Jimmy walk us through the process and tell us why this is important for other speakers to try and get as well.00:00 Jimmy's choice in suit coats05:46 "Reapplying for CSP Certification"08:11 Failed Speaker Review Video11:08 Videographer Hire: Costs & Requirements16:06 Speaker Recognition and Status20:11 Becoming a Professional Speaker21:01 Joining Speaking Associations Explained25:58 Collaborative Industry Improvement Insights28:35 "Shopmonkey Expert Series in Chicago"

Dr. Amy Climer teaches teams and organizations how to increase their creativity so they can maximize innovation. She works with forward-thinking organizations such as the Mayo Clinic, Stanford University, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Amy is the author of the best-selling book Deliberate Creative Teams: How to Lead for Innovative Results. She is also host of The Deliberate Creative Podcast, where she shares practical advice and strategies to help leaders build innovative teams. Amy has a Ph.D. in Leadership and Change and is a Certified Speaking Professional. In this episode, Amy shares her powerful “Deliberate Creative Spectrum,” and she unpacks her three-part model explains how psychological safety fuels innovation.  Cindra and Amy discuss: Why creativity is essential for organizational relevance and survival The Deliberate Creative Spectrum: from destructive to scalable teams The three essential elements of creative teams Brainstorming guidelines for creativity: suspend judgment, combine ideas, aim for wild ideas, prioritize quantity Tips for fostering psychological safety and handling conflict in teams The leadership insight: to do something new, leaders must intentionally let something go HIGH PERFORMANCE MINDSET SHOWNOTES FOR THIS EPISODE CONNECT WITH DR. AMY CLIMBER  REQUEST A FREE MENTAL BREAKTHROUGH CALL WITH DR. CINDRA AND/OR HER TEAM TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE MENTALLY STRONG INSTITUTE Love the show? Rate and review the show for Cindra to mention you on the next episode.    

Robyn Hatcher is a powerhouse keynote speaker and communication expert who once created drama for a living as a soap opera writer and actor. Now, she's on a mission to eliminate drama from the workplace and help leaders and professionals communicate with clarity, confidence, and purpose. With a rich background that includes writing for All My Children and One Life to Live, acting on TV and stage, Robyn brings a unique perspective to communication and leadership. She's a Certified Speaking Professional, a Neuro-Linguistic Programming Practitioner, and the author of Standing Ovation Presentations, where she introduces her transformative ActorTypes communication-style system. In this episode, Robyn and I talk about:  How to Own Your Power Her Drama Triangle,  Why we Experience Drama Her LOVE Formula for Reducing Drama Other Strategies to Reduce Unnecessary Drama  HIGH PERFORMANCE MINDSET SHOWNOTES FOR THIS EPISODE REQUEST A FREE MENTAL BREAKTHROUGH CALL WITH DR. CINDRA AND/OR HER TEAM CONNECT WITH ROBYN TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE MENTALLY STRONG INSTITUTE Love the show? Rate and review the show for Cindra to mention you on the next episode.  

Have you ever wondered how introversion and extroversion impact our interactions and leadership styles? Tune into this episode of The Quiet And Strong Podcast with your host David Hall and special guest Jennifer Kahnweiler, a leading expert on introverts in the workplace and a best-selling author. In this engaging conversation, you'll gain insights into the strengths and challenges faced by both introverts and extroverts, and learn how these differences can be navigated successfully.Whether you're an introvert, extrovert, or somewhere in between, this episode is packed with valuable knowledge to help you embrace and leverage your natural strengths, enrich your relationships, and build effective, harmonious teams. Listen in, and be strong.Episode Link: QuietandStrong.com/219Jennifer B. Kahnweiler is a bestselling author, podcast host and one of the leading experts on introverts at work. Her pioneering books, The Introverted Leader, Quiet Influence, The Genius of Opposites, and Creating Introvert-Friendly Workplaces have been translated into 18 languages. The Introverted Leader was named one of the top 5 business books by The Shanghai Daily. Jennifer has partnered with leading organizations like NASA, Amazon, Merck, Kimberly Clark, Bosch, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control. She holds the Certified Speaking Professional designation, awarded to a small percentage of speakers, and serves as a mentor to many professional women. Jennifer loves yoga, pickleball, making up stories with her granddaughters and playing Jeopardy with her introverted husband, Bill.Connect with Jennifer:Website: JenniferKahnweiler.comListen to Jennifer's Podcast: The Introvert Ally podcastGet Jennifer's Latest book: The Introverted Leader, 3rd editionSocials: LinkedIn | Youtube | Instagram | Facebook- - -Contact the Host of the Quiet and Strong Podcast:David Hall Author, Speaker, Educator, Podcaster quietandstrong.comGobio.link/quietandstrongdavid [at] quietandstrong.com Take the FREE Personality Assessment: Typefinder Personality Assessment Follow David on your favorite social platform: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube Get David's book:Minding Your Time: Time Management, Productivity, and Success, Especially for Introverts You may also like:Quiet & Strong Merchandise

On today's episode, we're joined by a truly inspiring guest—Frank Kitchen, a Certified Speaking Professional and High-Performance Motivation Expert. Frank is known for helping individuals and organizations think, act, and perform at their highest level.  Frank's journey as a speaker began with a major life pivot—he was fired from his job on Father's Day weekend. Instead of letting that setback define him, Frank made a courageous choice: he pursued his dream of becoming a full-time professional speaker. Today, his story of resilience and mindset mastery captivates audiences. In our conversation, Frank shares how he teaches others to: How to “Flip Your Mindset”  Ways to “Cook Up the Results You're Hunger For”  How to live his Live F.R.E.S.H. philosophy And other powerful strategies to stay motivated, overcome challenges, and live with purpose Frank is also a bestselling author, mentor, and community leader—and his passion for helping others grow shines through in every word. This is a conversation full of energy, insight, and practical tools to help you elevate your performance and impact.  HIGH PERFORMANCE MINDSET SHOWNOTES FOR THIS EPISODE CONNECT WITH FRANK KITCHEN HERE REQUEST A FREE MENTAL BREAKTHROUGH CALL WITH DR. CINDRA AND/OR HER TEAM TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE MENTALLY STRONG INSTITUTE Love the show? Rate and review the show for Cindra to mention you on the next episode.  

Are you tired of unpredictable income in your business? Gina Carr, a serial entrepreneur, has the solution. With an MBA from Harvard and an engineering degree from Georgia Tech, this marketing maven is the expert in leveraging artificial intelligence to create stable, recurring revenue streams. Terry Brock works with his clients around the world to help them build their business. He does this by helping them with Relationship Marketing, using AI and other tools. He has been a professional speaker for over 41 years. He has earned the prestigious Certified Speaking Professional designation. He has also been inducted into the Speaker Hall of Fame (only five per year) which includes people like Brian Tracy, Ronald Reagan, Bob Burg, Randy Gage, and Jim Rohn. Terry has also received the National Speakers Association's highest award with only one per year, The Cavett. Together, they are Stark Raving Entrepreneurs and they make tech solutions doable and fun. Gina and Terry have two free gifts for our audience. Click here for AI Tools for Business Building and here for their AI training.

Mark Hunter is a renowned expert in the field of sales, known for his extensive experience and insightful perspectives on sales strategies and mindset. With over 15 years in sales and marketing divisions of three Fortune 200 companies, Mark has led significant projects, including the creation of a new 200-member sales force. He is the author of several influential books, including 'High-Profit Prospecting,' 'High-Profit Selling,' and 'A Mind for Sales.' Mark's approach to sales is not just as a profession but as a lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of mindset and integrity in prospecting. His expertise has made him a sought-after consultant and speaker across five continents and 29 countries, earning him the Certified Speaking Professional designation and an induction into the Sales Hall of Fame. “Your mindset is, I think it's more important than the process. Sales is what we do for someone , that's where we're now focused on the outcome. In the absence of trust, price is everything.” – Mark Hunter   Key Takeaways   -What are the two most important ingredients for success in sales? -How important is mindset compared to process in sales -What does 'prospecting with integrity' mean? -How can sales managers identify candidates with the right mindset before hiring? -What is the role of trust in sales?   #employeeengagement #HR #sales #salesmindset #salestips #salesprospecting #salescred #salescredibility #SalesFuel #AdMall #TeamTrait #salesintegrity #valueselling #salesstrategy #salesmetrics #saleshiring   Connect with Mark Hunter   https://thesaleshunter.com/   https://www.linkedin.com/in/markhunter/ https://www.facebook.com/MarkJamesHunter     Connect with Manage Smarter Hosts   ·         Website: ManageSmarter.com  ·         LinkedIn: Audrey Strong                                                                    ·         LinkedIn: C.Lee Smith     Connect with SalesFuel ·         Website: http://salesfuel.com/  ·         Twitter: @SalesFuel  ·         Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/salesfuel/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a text“The best 4-letter word in entrepreneurship is, “Next” ~ Mike HandcockGuest Bio: Meet Mike Handcock, a globally recognized Certified Speaking Professional, President of the Global Speakers Federation 2025/26, and accomplished author with 14 books, including 7 International Best Sellers and 6 Amazon #1 titles in business and personal development. As a musician, Mike boasts 13 albums and a No#1 on iTunes in 2013. Distinguished for his philanthropic endeavors, Mike serves on the boards of three charities and has received praise from President Clinton for his work with the SAGE Foundation and Clinton Global Initiative. As the Chairman & Founder of The Circle of Excellence, Mike, along with business partner Landi Jac, has successfully established five companies in Events, Business Intelligence, Licensing, Investments, and an Experts Institute, operating across more than 50 countries. Mike is a sought-after speaker, consistently flying 4.5 times around the world annually sharing the message of playing a bigger game and conscious leadership. SHOW NOTES: Website: http://www.circleofexcellence.bizLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikehandcock REMARKABLE LISTENER SPECIAL OFFER(S):REMARKABLE OFFER 1: Enjoy saving 30% to 80% on EVERYTHING you order at MyPillow.com with Free Promo Code, “REMARKABLE“. Yes, that's right! Use the best MyPillow promo code out there to save a ton of money on all 250+ quality, comfortable, cozy home goods at MyPillow.com/Remarkable. From sheets, to blankets, to pillows, to mattress toppers, be ready to sleep better and live more comfortably than you ever have before!REMARKABLE OFFER 2: Receive a free business assessment on Mike's website - http://www.circleofexcellence.biz For more Remarkable Episodes, Inspiration, and Motivation, please visit Support the showWant Even More?

Meet Susan Leahy, MA, CSP, a Certified Speaking Professional with over 20 years of coaching, consulting, and keynote experience. As the co-founder of Group to TEAM Leadership Solutions Inc., Susan helps organizations worldwide transform group dynamics into powerful, high-performing teams. She is also the creator of America's top-rated Robert's Rules of Order training site (RobertsRulesMadeSimple.com) and The Confident Woman Program, empowering individuals to lead with clarity and confidence. Known for her high-energy, interactive, and practical approach, Susan is the go-to expert for building a culture of TEAM and inspiring meaningful leadership. Join us as Susan shares powerful insights on team building, leadership, and confidence—and how to create a culture that thrives on collaboration and success. https://www.instagram.com/susanleahycoach/?hl=en https://robertsrulesmadesimple.com

Carolyn Strauss - How do you keep your energy up in the middle of wedding season?Are you struggling to maintain your energy during back-to-back wedding events? Do you ever feel overwhelmed and forget the importance of each unique wedding day? In this episode, Carolyn Strauss shares invaluable tips on staying energized and present, emphasizing the special moments that matter most to your clients.Listen to this new episode for ways to stay energized, focused, and passionate throughout the wedding season. Learn how to truly shine for every event, no matter how many you've done.About Carolyn: Carolyn Strauss is a dynamic keynote speaker whose programs empower companies, events, and organizations to become truly irresistible   Known for her expertise in reinvention, team dynamics, and communication, she equips her clients with actionable tools to achieve their goals. As a Certified Speaking Professional, Carolyn has captivated audiences in 14 countries including keynoting a speakers conference in South Africa in April 2024.Conatact Carolyn:carolyn@carolynstrauss.comMy funny podcast at www.anotherdayaboveground.com Website:   www.carolynstrauss.com If you have any questions about anything in this, or any of my podcasts, or have a suggestion for a topic or guest, please reach out directly to me at Alan@WeddingBusinessSolutions.com or visit my website Podcast.AlanBerg.com Please be sure to subscribe to this podcast and leave a review (thanks, it really does make a difference). If you want to get notifications of new episodes and upcoming workshops and webinars, you can sign up at www.ConnectWithAlanBerg.com  View the full transcript on Alan's site: https://alanberg.com/blog/Mon. Feb. 17th, Las Vegas, NV - Save $100 with this link: https://tinyurl.com/LVMini100Mon. Feb. 24th, Miami, FL - https://events.humanitix.com/nawp I'm Alan Berg. Thanks for listening. If you have any questions about this or if you'd like to suggest other topics for "The Wedding Business Solutions Podcast" please let me know. My email is Alan@WeddingBusinessSolutions.com. Look forward to seeing you on the next episode. Thanks. Listen to this and all episodes on Apple Podcast, YouTube or your favorite app/site: Apple Podcast: http://bit.ly/weddingbusinesssolutions YouTube: www.WeddingBusinessSolutionsPodcast.tv Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3sGsuB8 Stitcher: http://bit.ly/wbsstitcher Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/wbsgoogle iHeart Radio: https://ihr.fm/31C9Mic Pandora: http://bit.ly/wbspandora ©2025 Wedding Business Solutions LLC & AlanBerg.com

What is up? Hey everyone, Eric Brooker here. I am your host and welcome to Counsel Culture. By now, you know what we are all about. For those of you that are new, this is THE culture and leadership podcast. Today, I am thrilled to welcome Sylvie Di Giusto to the show. Sylvie is an international keynote speaker, 13-time award winner, and author who has captivated audiences worldwide with her groundbreaking insights on leadership, emotional intelligence, and personal branding. Drawing on two decades of corporate experience in Europe and the U.S., Sylvie has mastered the art of empowering individuals and organizations to harness the "Power of Choice"—a transformative framework that equips leaders to make conscious decisions, align behaviors, and achieve exceptional outcomes. Her innovative work, including the world's first 3D immersive holographic keynote experience, has earned accolades like the ESPRIT Award and two Davey Awards for her contributions to emerging technology and education. Sylvie's ability to connect with audiences stems from her unique dual perspective as both a seasoned corporate leader and a professional speaker. With clients ranging from American Airlines to Microsoft, and Nespresso to the US Air Force, she has earned the trust of some of the world's most respected organizations to inspire growth in leadership, sales, and customer experience. A Certified Speaking Professional and author of “The Image of Leadership,” Sylvie's expertise extends to her cutting-edge online courses and volunteer work with the National Speakers Association. Join us as we dive into her remarkable journey and explore the insights that have made her a true pioneer in the speaking industry. This show is dedicated to Sylvie's journey. This conversation is what we make it. This is Counsel Culture. learn more at www.ericbrooker.com | www.sylviedigiusto.com 

In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Jeannie Walters. Jeannie Walters is an award-winning customer experience expert, international keynote speaker, and Founder of Experience Investigators, a firm that helps companies increase sales and customer retention through elevated customer experiences. Trailblazing the movement from “Reactive Customer Service” to “Proactive Customer Experience,” Walters is the leading authority for improving employee and customer relationships. Walters is a founding member of the Customer Experience Professionals Association and a trusted advisor to numerous Fortune 500 companies, including Orangetheory Fitness, SAP, Comcast, and JPMorgan Chase. As an educator, her LinkedIn Learning courses have inspired over 500,000 learners worldwide. A Certified Speaking Professional and proud Professional Member of the National Speakers Association, Jeannie has captivated audiences of tens of thousands across three continents with her expertise and insights. In this episode, we discuss the importance of understanding and improving customer experience—not service, experience! We also discuss the relationship between customer experience and marketing, the role of technology, generational differences in customer expectations, the significance of speed (how soon is "soon"?), and the necessity of building a customer-centric culture. Jeannie emphasizes the need for organizations to adopt a mindset focused on customer experience, implement effective strategies, and continuously test and adapt their approaches based on feedback. More About Jeannie Walters: Check out  Jeannie Walters' Website Connect with  Jeannie Walters on LinkedIn Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts If you liked this episode, please rate and review the show. Click HERE - scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then, let us know what you loved most about the episode. Connect with John Jantsch on LinkedIn! Are you stuck trying to figure out your marketing strategy? Get Your Free AI Prompts To Build A Marketing Strategy HERE. This episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast is brought to you by Oracle Nobody does data better than Oracle. Train your AI models at twice the speed and less than half of the cost of other clouds. If you want to do more and spend less, take a free test drive at Oracle.

A multi-platinum songwriter who combines humor, wisdom and inspiration with soaring vocals and acoustic arrangements to give her audiences a “faith-lift.”  Jana is the founder of Together For Good Worldwide and Refugee Film School as well as the co-founder of Together We Can Change the World.  Her songs have been featured on television shows like 20/20, Entertainment Tonight, and Oprah, and movie soundtracks, sung by Reba McEntire and others. While her compositions were climbing the music charts, often sung by other artists, Jana was charting a different path. With a background in TV journalism, music, and stand-up comedy, Jana turned her concerts into Keynote Concerts, becoming a Certified Speaking Professional with two TEDx performances in addition to two concerts at Carnegie Hall. Jana Stanfield has delivered her Keynote Concerts in the United States, Canada, South Africa, Kenya, the Bahamas, Australia, New Zealand, India, England, the Netherlands, Dubai, Lebanon, Turkey, Greece, Spain, France, Cambodia, Thailand, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Bali and Singapore.  Her TEDx talks were at NASA, and then in Chennai, India. To help girls without access to school, she and her professional speaking colleague, Scott Friedman, co-founded an international 501c3 called Together We Can Change the World, www.TWCCTW.com , with more than 15 projects in 5 countries to empower disadvantaged women and girls with education and job skills. She now lives in Bali, Indonesia, where she performs her music and humor. 

Marcey Rader helps us discover how to declutter work and life to make time for the things that truly matter. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) A key belief that pushes us to burn out 2) Top tips that make achieving your goals easier 3) The magic number of priorities to stay on track Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep993 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MARCEY — Marcey Rader is an award-winning keynote speaker, trainer, coach, and author focused on health-powered™ productivity after a preventable medical diagnosis shifted her relentless pursuit of more.As the founder of RaderCo, she's inspired over 100,000 people across five continents. As a Certified Speaking Professional®, Virtual Master Presenter®, and TEDx speaker, Marcey helps individuals and companies discover what truly matters, fostering sustainable habits to work well and play more!• Book: Work Well. Play More!: Productive, Clutter-Free, Healthy Living - One Step at a Time • Book website: WorkWellPlayMore.com • Free gift: HelloRaderCo.com/gift • TEDx Talks: The Relentless Pursuit of More | Marcey Rader | TEDxNCState • Website: HelloRaderCo.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear • Book: The Gospel of Wellness: Gyms, Gurus, Goop, and the False Promise of Self-Care by Rina Raphael • Book: The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward by Daniel Pink • Don't miss out on your chance to appear on How to be Awesome at Your Job and win $1000 worth of prizes! Check out https://awesomeatyourjob.com/1000giveaway for more details.— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Hello Bello. Get 30% off your first customizable bundle with HelloBello.com/awesomeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.