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After earning a Sociology degree from Texas Tech University, Justin pursued graduate studies in Marriage and Family Counseling at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth. While in school, he worked part-time in the accounting department of a multi-state organization, eventually transitioning into a role in Human Resources—a better fit for his background and passion for helping people thrive at work.With broad experience across industries like retail, healthcare, distribution, oil & gas, and engineering, Justin focuses on improving the candidate and employee experience throughout the employment lifecycle. His expertise spans employee relations, talent acquisition, training, compensation, benefits, and engagement. He holds both Senior Professional and Global Professional certifications in Human Resources.Outside of work, Justin actively volunteers at his church and in the community, including with Junior Achievement and F3. He previously served as President of Fort Worth HR and was named a Top 40 Under 40 honoree by the Fort Worth Business Press, reflecting his commitment to impactful service and HR excellence.In this episode, Eric and Justin Dorsey discuss:The evolution of HR from a compliance function to a strategic driverWhy execution excellence is foundational to HR credibilityHow fractional HR can support growing businessesThe critical role of company culture in employee retentionAdvice for young HR professionals navigating their careersKey Takeaways:Strategic HR starts with operational excellence. You can't earn a strategic seat at the table without first delivering on the basics—payroll, benefits, compliance, and employee support must run smoothly. That's how credibility is built.Fractional HR is a flexible, cost-effective solution for small to mid-sized businesses. Whether it's interim leadership, project-based work, or an ongoing partnership, a fractional HR model provides expert guidance without the cost of a full-time hire.Culture must be intentional, not assumed. Leaders should be willing to assess and challenge their assumptions about what makes their workplace great. Employee feedback—like Best Place to Work surveys—can expose blind spots and create a path for real improvement.Execution trumps planning without follow-through. Even the best strategy won't matter without proper implementation. Break big initiatives into manageable, sequenced steps and ensure ownership is clear at every level.Build your career through curiosity and relationships. Young HR professionals should stay curious, take calculated risks, invest in their network, and never forget—it's not just about what you know, it's about the people you help and grow with along the way."Don't be afraid to take risks, be contagiously, consistently curious, and then also build your network." - Justin DorseyConnect with Justin Dorsey:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-dorsey-sphr Email: justin@texasHRteam.com Connect with Eric Dyson: Website: https://90northllc.com/Phone: 940-248-4800Email: contact@90northllc.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/401kguy/ The information and content of this podcast is general in nature and is provided solely for educational and informational purposes. It is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the posting date but may be subject to change.It is not intended to provide a specific recommendation for any type of product or service discussed in this presentation or to provide any warranties, investment advice, financial advice, tax, plan design or legal advice (unless otherwise specifically indicated). Please consult your own independent advisor as to any investment, tax, or legal statements made.The specific facts and circumstances of all qualified plans can vary and the information contained in this podcast may or may not apply to your individual circumstances or to your plan or client plan-specific circumstances.

Are nutrient deficiencies affecting your mental health? In this episode of the NTI PodTalk, Dianne sits down with renowned holistic health clinician, Dustin Strong, to delve into the powerful connection between nutrition and mental well-being. Dustin shares his insights on how key nutrient deficiencies may contribute to conditions like depression and anxiety. In particular, he takes a deep dive into an often-overlooked nutrient: lithium.Furthermore, the episode challenges common misconceptions in conventional medicine while also highlighting the importance of considering a comprehensive nutritional approach when addressing mental health concerns.So, could a nutrient deficiency be holding you back? Tune in now to find out!Mentioned in this episode: Nutrient Power: Heal Your Biochemistry and Heal Your Brain by William J. Walsh, PhD, FACNAbout Dustin:Dustin Strong is a renowned holistic health clinician, speaker, author, and educator with clients worldwide. As the Chief Clinician and Founder of the holistic health and wellness center, Strong on Health, Mr. Strong has specialized in holistic and applied clinical nutrition for nearly a decade. In addition to his work with private clients, he is an experienced consultant to other healthcare professionals. A faculty member for The Gaeta Institute, Bahan Consulting, and YorkTest, Mr. Strong is a sought-after speaker who is approved by the British Association for Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine and whose clinical seminars are approved for professional continuing education in all 50 U.S. states. He is also a regularly-featured expert in podcasts, videos, and publications, as he brings a distinct, approachable perspective to conversations in the wellness space. Mr. Strong has developed multiple, whole food-based products, including his most recent innovation, Great Minds Mushrooms, a supplement line specifically formulated for cognitive support and longevity.Mr. Strong has been recognized as a Healthcare Hero by the Fort Worth Business Press and a Hidden Gem by Voyage Dallas Magazine. He is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, is certified as an Applied Clinical Nutritionist and Holistic Nutritionist, and is Board Certified by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners.Strong on Health**Timestamps for the topics discussed can be found on this episode's NTI PodTalk pageAre you ready to start your journey as a Nutrition Therapist Master or Natural Food Chef? To learn more about NTI's Nutrition Therapist Master Certification, visit ntischool.com for more information, or call 303-284-8361 to speak with our admissions team.This discussion is not intended to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, nor in any way imply that Nutrition Therapists who graduate from NTI are qualified to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy. The scope of practice for graduates of NTI is to deliver therapeutic nutrition guidance to our clients which helps support their natural biology to achieve optimal function in whatever wellness path they are on.

In episode 7 of season 5, I lecture on chapter 6 from the 9th edition of Peter G. Northouse's "Leadership: Theory and Practice." During the segment, I describe the Path-Goal leadership approach, highlight the basics of how Path-Goal theory works, and conclude with strengths and criticisms of the model. Before the lecture, I was joined by Elizabeth Eder Northern for the Living Leadership segment. Liz graduated from Trinity University in 2009 with a Bachelor's degree. As an undergrad, she double majored in Religion and math, was an three time National Qualifier on the cross country team, and took full advantage of all that Trinity has to offer. She was a true Renaissance person and embraced the university's Liberal Arts ethos. After leaving Trinity she completed a Master's degree at Penn State and has served as the longtime Director of Research at Tarrant County College (TCC). In addition to being recognized by the Fort Worth Business Press with 40 Under 40 Award, Liz was also named as one of the Trinity University Alumni Association Tower 5 Award recipients in 2019. In our conversation she talks about the importance of mentors and friends, both in terms of pushing her to achieve things she never would have dreamed of and for holding each other accountable. As a leader of a team at TCC, she details the importance of hiring for complementary skill sets, helping team members maximize their strengths, and finding meaning in the work. Liz describes why setting developmental goals is good, both for the individual and the organization, and why having a leader that trusts their followers is paramount. Liz and I also talk about her successful distance running career (which isn't over!). While her accomplishments as a distance runner are wildly impressive, I hope you'll agree that her leadership approach and philosophy make her the kind of person we'd all like to work and learn with. She is a great role model for leaders everywhere. I hope you enjoy our conversation. And please, drop us a note on LinkedIn - or send me a tweet (@TingleJK) - to let us know your Take Home.

In episode 144, Coffey talks with Vianei Braun about employers' responsibilities and employees' rights under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.Note: As predicted in the podcast (recorded on April 1st), the EEOC issued the final regulations implementing the PWFA on April 15th for official publication on April 19th. The final regulations can be found at https://www.federalregister.gov/public-inspection/2024-07527/implementation-of-the-pregnant-workers-fairness-act. (The final rule starts on page 272 of the PDF.) So far, we've noted no significant changes contradicting anything discussed during the podcast.Coffey and Vianei discuss the gaps in existing law that necessitated the PWFA; the difference between accommodations provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act and the PWFA, including obligations employers may have to suspend essential functions of a job under the PWFA; actions employers need to take to ensure PWFA compliance; the federal court injunction against the enforcement of the PWFA against the State of Texas; the PWFA's definition of “undue hardship”; how managers can navigate employees' undisclosed pregnancies; how long pregnancy-related accommodations may be required; how long pregnancy-related accommodations may be required; the importance of HR's inclusion in pregnancy-related accommodation documentation; when to involve a healthcare provider in reviewing documentation; and various kinds of PWFA accommodations employers may need to consider; and other challenges employers may face in implementing the PWFA.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:Vianei Braun is a shareholder in Decker Jones, P.C. and heads their labor and employment law group. She has represented employers for more than 30 years and is a frequent author and speaker on employment law issues. Vianei is also a member of the Board of Directors of First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN) and serves on their compensation and risk committees.Vianei appears on various law-related lists, including Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers. She has also been honored as a member of the “Fort Worth 400” by Fort Worth Inc. and as a “Great Woman of Texas” by the Fort Worth Business Press. At the time of her graduation at age 19, Vianei was the youngest ever female graduate of Princeton University. She received her law degree from the University of Texas School of Law and is a proud Longhorn.Vianei lives in Fort Worth with a pack of rescue Chihuahuas and with her husband Jason, an attorney in the enforcement division of the SEC.Vianei Braun can be reached at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vianeibraunattorney About Mike Coffey:Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, human resources professional, licensed private investigator, and HR consultant.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations firm helping risk-averse companies make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Today, Imperative serves hundreds of businesses across the US and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence and has twice been named HR Professional of the Year. Additionally, Imperative has been named the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year and is accredited by the Professional Background Screening Association. Mike is a member of the Fort Worth chapter of the Entrepreneurs' Organization and volunteers with the SHRM Texas State Council.Mike maintains his certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute. He is also a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).Mike lives in Fort Worth with his very patient wife. He practices yoga and maintains a keto diet, about both of which he will gladly tell you way more than you want to know.Learning Objectives:1. Understand the key provisions of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.2. Differentiate between accommodations under the ADA and those required by the PWFA.3. Evaluate strategies for employers to ensure compliance with the PWFA.

Jamey Ice, Sanger, and Shawn explore the role of storytelling in leading and marketing your business.   KEY TOPICS Prioritizing the time and energy you put towards the vision of your company. The two stories of every business – the origin story and the customer's story. What it looks like to eliminate “fluffy” marketing. How to stop being a “Tarzan Manager.” Core values as rules for decisions made within your business. WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/aCF7KUIPYW4 CONNECT WITH US www.decidedlypodcast.com Join us on YouTube Join us on Instagram: @decidedlypodcast Join us on Facebook Shawn's Instagram: @shawn_d_smith Sanger's Instagram: @sangersmith     Thank you to Shelby Peterson of Transcend Media for editing and post-production of the Decidedly podcast.   SANGER'S BOOK: A Life Rich with Significance: Transforming Your Wealth to Meaningful Impact   SHAWN'S BOOK: Plateau Jumping: What to Change When Change Is What You Want   MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION? At Decidedly Wealth Management, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy.  LEARN MORE: www.decidedlywealth.com   SUBSCRIBE TO THE DECIDEDLY NEWSLETTER      MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear: Gilbert, Elizabeth: 9781594634727: Amazon.com: Books Culture Index | Analytics Over Instincts Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less eBook : Mckeown, Greg : Kindle Store Green River Ordinance   CONNECT WITH JAMEY ICE Instagram: @jameyice  6th Ave Storytelling  6th Ave Homes   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameyice  Stories with Soul podcast: Stories With Soul Podcast — 6th Ave Storytelling   Jamey's Band: Green River Ordinance   Jamey Ice, a Fort Worth native, stands out as a dynamic entrepreneur deeply committed to revitalizing his city and infusing it with a vibrant, enjoyable atmosphere. As the Co-Founder of 6th Ave LLC, Jamey has cultivated a family of businesses that revolutionize traditional business practices. These enterprises are unified by the philosophy of “business with soul,” a testament to Jamey's innovative approach.    His entrepreneurial portfolio includes 6th Ave Homes, an all-encompassing real estate firm offering services in buying, selling, renovation, design, and investing. 6th Ave Storytelling, a marketing company, assists small businesses in growth through storytelling strategies. Additionally, Jamey has expanded his business reach with 6th Ave Investments, 6th Ave Lending, and 6th Ave Consulting, providing comprehensive solutions in property investment, lending, and business consulting. Both 6th Ave Homes and 6th Ave Storytelling have been recognized as Small Business of the Year by the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce, and 6th Ave Homes has expanded its presence to three cities.    Alongside his wife, Melissa Ice, Jamey co-founded BREWED, a unique coffee shop and restaurant with locations in Fort Worth Near Southside, Bishop Arts in Dallas, and DFW airport. His entrepreneurial spirit led to the 2021 launch of Stories with Soul, a multifaceted podcast delving into the success stories of prominent leaders, entrepreneurs, and artists in Fort Worth and Casa De Ice. Jamey and Melissa reside in a historic, century-old house in Near Southside, Fort Worth, with their daughters, Roosevelt and Justice. Jamey's impact on the community and business world has been recognized with accolades such as FW Inc's Entrepreneur of Excellence, listing among the 400 Most Influential People in Fort Worth, and Entrepreneur of the Year by The Fort Worth Business Press. 

On today's episode, I am joined by industry leader, Kadee Coffman Blair as we dig into some of the strategies she has used to build her career in commentary and broadcasting in western sports. We cover topics such as the power of relationships and networking, how to identify a mentor, being a forever-learner, and not being afraid to put in some hard work.  Kadee Coffman Blair is recognized as 40 Under 40 by the Fort Worth Business Press and 20 Under 40 by the Association for Learning Environments. She is the director of business development at CORE Construction. Known as the 2nd largest K12 school builder and 2nd largest public safety builder in the country, Kadee acts as the link between CORE Construction and future clients, helping keep CORE top of mind in her community and beyond. In addition, Kadee is a national TV host and sideline reporter who can be seen on networks such as: CBS Sports Network, NBC Sports Network, RFD-TV, The Cowboy Channel, and more. Kadee has also been hired to moderate star-studded events including a sit-down interview with Academy Award winner Diane Keaton, New York Times Best Selling Author Moll Anderson, and Emmy Award-winning TV personality Carson Kressley. Kadee is a Dean's Scholar from San Jose State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Broadcast Journalism with an emphasis in political science. Along with her strong TV presence, Kadee is also proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro and Final Cut, allowing her to produce and edit her own stories. Her works have aired from local news outlets to CNN. Resources & Links: Get our FREE resource for Writing a Strong Job Description Get our FREE resource for Making the Most of Your Internship Email us at hello@ofthewest.co Join the Of The West Email List List your jobs on Of The West Connect with Kadee: Follow on Instagram @kadeecoffman Connect with Jessie: Follow on Instagram @ofthewest.co and @mrsjjarv Follow on Facebook @jobsofthewest Check out the Of The West website Be sure to subscribe/follow the show so you never miss an episode!

Suzanne Seifert Groves parlayed her B.A. in English from The University of Texas at Austin into a storied 35-year career in organizational communications, public relations, and marketing. She has served in leadership roles with several large organizations spanning multiple industries including higher education, healthcare, technology and travel and tourism. Her personal affinity for storytelling enabled her to help the executives and organizations she supported make valuable connections with their audiences. With just enough ADD to be dangerous, Groves is known for taking disparate ideas and weaving them into new creative or strategic concepts that have yet to be tried. Over the course of her career, she and the teams she has led have accrued more than 360 regional, national and international awards for communications, marketing and creative excellence from several prestigious programs including NYX MarCom, MarCom, Muse, Hermes, The Conference Board, PR Daily Content Marketing and more. In 2020, Groves was named a "Top Woman in Communications," one of only nine women to be recognized in the Visionary category, by Ragan Communications/PR Daily in the inaugural year of the award. In 2014, she was named one of 24 "Great Women of Texas" by the Fort Worth Business Press. In addition to her professional career, she has served on numerous advisory boards including the Arlington Public Library, Leadership Arlington, Susan G. Komen of Greater Fort Worth, Alzheimer's Association of North Central Texas, and as a member of the Downtown Fort Worth Initiatives Inc. Festival and Events Committee. In 2013, she earned her M.A. in History from The University of Texas at Arlington while working full time, and was named a University Scholar (a distinction only given to the top 1% of undergraduate and graduate students). Why history? Groves will tell you the discipline is a true study in leadership, which continued to inform her career as a communications strategist. An admitted research junkie, Groves spends her time working on family genealogy for herself and for friends (when she's not writing or editing). With their two children grown, successful, and likely not boomeranging home, she and her husband travel as frequently as possible, though it means leaving behind their two feisty German Shepherd Dogs and their very bossy cat. Of all her excursions, Groves will tell you one of her favorite memories is being dubbed “The Emu Whisperer” while on her honeymoon in Sonoma. Learn more about Suzanne Seifert Groves and her work at: suzannegroves.com   TOPICS OF CONVERSATION: About We Need to Talk and Suzanne's inspiration for writing the book Why do people have trouble communicating effectively? Information is not Communication Communicating through Social Media The Key to Effective Communication What's next for Suzanne Seifert Groves?   WE NEED TO TALK “We need to talk.” Nobody wants to hear it, and no one should ever say it. So stop! It's the worst way to begin a serious conversation, especially when you need something from the other person/s – their cooperation, their agreement or commitment, or a change in behavior. Suzanne Seifert Groves has a 35-year career in organizational communication and here, in straightforward steps, she provides the ‘difficult conversation' framework you've needed your entire career, and for every personal relationship as well. How many times have you acquiesced, alienated, or just plain pissed off your staff, your clients, your partner, your kids, or your neighbors because you didn't frame things correctly? We've all done it more frequently than we'd like to admit. Along with the practice exercises, you're going to want to make this methodology second nature because it will change how you think and speak about issues important to you. When “taken as directed,” the four-step process will transform every important relationship in your life (with no harmful side effects).

My bud, Brooke Lively, joins The Business Growth Advantage Show this week! Brooke Lively is the CEO and Founder of Cathedral Capital, a team of CFOs and Profitability Strategists who help entrepreneurs turn their businesses into profitable companies. After earning her MBA in Investments and Corporate Finance, Brooke built a 7- figure company in under 2 years. As a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), she and her team, work with Hall of Famers, INC 5000 businesses, CEOs, and Small Business Owners. With expertise in growth management, creative problem solving, and profitability strategy, Brooke has been named ‘Top 25 Women to Watch,' 2016 - 2020 Diversity Journal ‘Women Worth Watching', and ‘Fort Worth's 2016 CFO's of the Year'. She is a highly regarded speaker and the author of several books, including an international best-seller. Brooke has been featured in major media including CNBC, Forbes, US News and World Report, Fort Worth Business Press, Authority Magazine and on podcasts such as Mission Matters, The American Bar Association Modern Law Library, and The Entrepreneur Way.

Kevin Lackey is the President and CEO of Freedom Powersports, a dealership group based out of Fort Worth, Texas with 13 locations spanning three states. His career in the powersports industry started in 1998 where he worked his way up from a porter to manager to general manager and now owner and operator. Through strong leadership skills, dedication to operational excellence, and commitment to the industry he helped grow Freedom Powersports from $34.8M in sales in 2012 to a project of $157M in sales for 2021. Outside of Freedom Powersports, Kevin is on the Board of Directors for First Financial Bank, Motorcycle Industry Council, Yamaha Financial Services Council, BRP Dealer Advisory Council, Yamaha Financial Services Dealer Council, Texas Motorcycle Dealers Association, YPO Fort Worth Chapter Member and is on the Advisory Board for National Center for Middle Market. In 2019 Kevin was named the Entrepreneur of Excellence for the category of retail for Fort Worth Inc. Magazine and in 2016 he was named to the 40 under 40 by the Fort Worth Business Press. With continued growth on his mind, he has also become an active member of his community in Aledo, TX, started a podcast, and is always looking for the next opportunity. On this episode Chris and Kevin discuss: Deepdive into powersports industry since COVID. Best practices learned over the years that helped build a great team and business.What he's glad he did for the business so that it was easier to sell. (Sold to Rumble On.)Why Kevin has built a life that balances his family life with a demanding work schedule.Links:Kevin on LinkedInEpisode #4 of The Fort with Kevin LackeyThe House that Built Me by Miranda LambertSupport our Sponsors:Frank Kent CadillacCRE Daily Newsletter Fort Capital Topics:(3:25) - Reminiscing(4:54) - How would you describe your business?(6:02) - What happened to Powersports during Covid?(9:20) - Why does focus matter so much?(12:05) - The power of EOS(17:15) - How did you navigate the Pandemic? (30:23) - Is there anything you learned in the early months that will serve you the rest of your life?(32:58) - When did you start to consider the process of selling the business?(45:29) - What are the things you're happy you did to get the business ready for a successful sale?(49:27) - How did you delegate duties to your CFO?(51:34) - Net Working Capital(1:02:16) - Are there things you wish you'd done to get the business ready for a successful sale?(1:04:22) - The experience of closing on the sale(1:09:09) - The importance of Fatherhood

Welcome to another episode of Zero Limits Living with your favorite host, Dr. Joe Vitale! Tune in for this week's interview with the unbelievable Derrick Kinney! Derrick is a Dallas/Fort Worth–based financial planner, has been named the “most recognized” financial advisor in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, and has appeared in the media more often than any of his firm's 10,000 advisors. Nationally, Kinney has been featured in Investment Advisor magazine and has been interviewed by Bloomberg Television, CBS Marketwatch, BusinessWeek, Investment News, Ticker, and Forbes. Locally, Kinney is seen weekly on the NBC Dallas affiliate as a financial expert and his byline financial column appears in the Fort Worth Business Press. As always, Expect Miracles! Be sure to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more Luxe Content!

Today, I am so excited to introduce you to Brooke Lively, profitability expert and the president and founder of Cathedral Capital. She shares so much knowledge with us about turning your company into a profitable business, all based on her years of experience in finance! In this episode: Brooke's incredible journey from interning at a top investment banking firm as a high schooler to working in retail until she returned to graduate school at 35, and finally manifested her true purpose How to stop being afraid and start analyzing the numbers  Tools to help you when you don't know where to turn for financial information as an entrepreneur How asking the right questions is essential to understanding finances  6 key numbers that can make a 6-figure difference in your business Why understanding cash flow 6-8 weeks out is crucial to the financial forecast of your business  The importance of having an authorized credit card on file and how this allows business owners to take control of their finances  Brooke shares her Rule of Thirds and the percentage you should be taking home as the person responsible for the risk  Tips on tracking your whole conversion cycle, especially sales calls booked  Her expertise on conversion rates and also the importance of understanding your conversions by referral source  The fear that women entrepreneurs face around looking at and understanding numbers and how to shift it Brooke Lively is the CEO and Founder of Cathedral Capital, a team of CFOs and Profitability Strategists who help entrepreneurs turn their businesses into profitable companies. After earning her MBA in Investments and Corporate Finance, Brooke built a 7- figure company in under 2 years. As a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), she and her team, work with Hall of Famers, INC 5000 businesses, CEOs, and Small Business Owners. With expertise in growth management, creative problem solving and profitability strategy, Brooke has been named ‘Top 25 Women to Watch,'  2016 - 2020 Diversity Journal ‘Women Worth Watching', and ‘Fort Worth's 2016 CFO's of the Year'. She is a highly regarded international speaker and the author of several books, including an international best-seller. Brooke has been featured in international media including CNBC, Forbes, US News and World Report, Fort Worth Business Press, Authority Magazine and on podcasts such as Mission Matters, The American Bar Association Modern Law Library, and The Entrepreneur Way. "Business owners have a higher risk tolerance than employees, who do not. He who bears the risk should get the reward, so make sure you pay yourself." — Brooke Lively To learn more about Brooke and her work, check out her website. You can also buy her books, From Panic to Profit and 6 Key Numbers Every Entrepreneur Should Know to Achieve Peak Profitability, and connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Let's meet Brooke Lively. Brooke Lively Show Notes

With a deep passion for creating good content and telling good stories, Richard Connor tells his journalism journey. From writing the police beat one summer to being the editor of the Star Telegram for eleven years to owning the Fort Worth Business Press, Richard Connor shares the highlights and lowlights of his time in the industry thus far. Plus, he explains the positive impact newspapers have on their community. Continually striving to be a good corporate citizen, Richard Connor values fairness not objectivity as a journalist because no one can truly let go of biases. Give this week's episode a listen and decide whether or not Richard Connor was one of the first to start a podcast!

This week, we're throwing it back to episode #27 with Melissa Ice, Founder & Executive Director of The Net and Worthy Co. The Net is a non-profit organization that began when a group of TCU college students started building relationships with people experiencing homelessness. The Net was then able to launch a social enterprise called Worthy Co. and employs women that are survivors of sexual exploitation and trafficking. Melissa has been named in 25 Women to Watch by Women in Business Networking in 2016, was recently named Fort Worth Business Press 40 Under 40, and, she is also Fort Worth Magazine's Editor's Choice for Best Philanthropist in 2018. This gal is a woman after my heart! She speaks to all the subjects that drive me! She talks about navigating the business side of a social enterprise that supports the non profit that she founded as well. Melissa is passionate about empowering and loving on God's people in a way that looks like coming alongside them and simply saying “I see you.” I could have spoken with her for three hours today because she's one of those people whose energy just fuels my soul! I know you're going to love hearing her story! To learn more about The Net, you can check it out at www.thenetftw.comFor information about The Worthy Co check out www.worthy-co.comHey Mama! Have you written a review yet? Have you subscribed to the podcast? Have you told ALL your friends about it? Let's make it happen! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Check out www.the-powerproject.com for all the things!

On this episode, Ami Kassar interviews Brooke Lively, CEO and Founder of Cathedral Capital, on the best advice for business owners about how to get on top of their numbers and stay in control of their business. Brooke is the CEO and Founder of Cathedral Capital, a team of CFOs and Profitability Strategists who help entrepreneurs turn their businesses into profitable companies. After earning her MBA in Investments and Corporate Finance, Brooke built a 7- figure company in under 2 years. As a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), she and her team work with Hall of Famers, INC 5000 businesses, CEOs, and Small Business Owners. With expertise in growth management, creative problem solving, and profitability strategy, Brooke has been named ‘Top 25 Women to Watch,' 2016 - 2020 Diversity Journal ‘Women Worth Watching', and ‘Fort Worth's 2016 CFOs of the Year'. She is a highly regarded international speaker and the author of several books, including an international best-seller. Brooke has been featured in international media including CNBC, Forbes, US News and World Report, Fort Worth Business Press, Authority Magazine, and on podcasts such as The American Bar Association Modern Law Library, The Entrepreneur Way, and The Law Entrepreneur. Recorded 02/28/2022.

Brooke Lively is the CEO and Founder of Cathedral Capital, a team of CFO's and Profitability Strategists who help entrepreneurs turn their businesses into profitable companies. After earning her MBA in Investments and Corporate Finance, Brooke built a 7- figure company in under 2 years. As a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), she and her team, work with Hall of Famers, INC 5000 businesses, CEO's, and Small Business Owners. With expertise in growth management, creative problem solving and profitability strategy, Brooke has been the named ‘Top 25 Women to Watch,' 2016 - 2020 by Diversity Journal ‘Women Worth Watching', and ‘Fort Worth's 2016 CFO's of the Year'. She is a highly regarded international speaker and the author of several books, including an international best-seller. Brooke has been featured in international media including CNBC, Forbes, US News and World Report, Fort Worth Business Press, Authority Magazine and on podcasts such as Mission Matters, The American Bar Association Modern Law Library, and The Entrepreneur Way.

•  Now, when we get into things like depression, it's helpful to go and look at the biggest, most common things that are happening in our country and the way that people are struggling with digesting protein... I know that sounds weird to go, Wait a minute, you talk about the depression and you're taking about digesting proteins, but why it's important is all of those happy hormones that all the medications they're trying to act upon? They're trying to act upon serotonin, trying to act upon dopamine, they're trying to act upon norepinephrine, and they're trying to keep these happy hormones artificially high in the brain. Well, one of the questions for me, to them is, Why do we need to artificially keep them? Hey, why don't you have an ample amount of those in the first place? And that's why people need to understand that those are derived from essential amino acids. (03:07)•   Okay, so how do you fix it is your question. There's different tools out there to do that, a lot of it is lifestyle changes, eating smaller amounts, making sure, of course, you're chewing your food, really chew your food, not drinking too much water with your meal, because that will dilute the stomach acid, making sure that you have enough zinc, because zinc is required for stomach acid production, so you can do a zinc test... In our clinic, we have a taste test, so you can take something zinc sulfate and you hold it in your mouth, and what you taste kind of helps determine whether you have appropriate levels of zinc in your body. Yeah, and fasting is actually a really good way to help heal your digestive system as well, because we're constantly... We have this unconscious faith that anything we put into our mouth is just going to be magically turned into all the nutrients that we need to sustain life, and it doesn't work that way. (09:04)•  It's a limiting belief, and that happens. And it happens in all kinds of situations, right? Like a kid tries to do something nice for their parent and the parent was in a bad mood that day, and when they made this great gift and they present it to the parent... The parent was like, Whatever, I don't want that right now. That left an impression on that kid, that giving gifts to people is bad, right? So, now we've got to figure out, Wait a minute, that was just a one tiny little situation, but it impacted you because you were young and impressionable, now we're going to balance it out. (18:57)•  One of my healthcare heroes always says that justice and health includes access to and knowledge of all the options, and I don't think number one, that people definitely have the knowledge of the options, and that's my mission to get out there and then they access... Not just access and the means of they have McDonalds, but then there's also a store right there next to it that has a healthy option, but access through their community. If their community is setting up mental barriers to keep them from having access to a belief that's gonna get them healthier. We have a situation where we have more drive-through restaurants and fasted restaurants than we know what to do with. Exactly. So, I guess we just have to keep sharing our message and be bringing education and awareness.  (23:22) ABOUT DUSTIN STRONG:Dustin Strong is the Chief Clinician and Owner of Strong on Health, a private holistic health and wellness center in the Dallas/Fort Worth, TX metro area. He specializes in applied clinical nutrition, holistic nutrition, and clinical consultation for other healthcare providers. Mr. Strong is an accomplished speaker and enthusiastic educator with monthly hands-on workshops with practitioners and is a regular continuing education presenter and featured expert in multiple podcasts, videos, and publications. As a holistic healthcare practitioner for nearly a decade, he is passionate about helping clients who have not had complete success with traditional healthcare methods, believing that being healthy requires a total approach, taking into consideration equally nutrition, physical exercise, spiritual balance, and personal motivation. He has been recognized as a Healthcare Hero by the Fort Worth Business Press and a Hidden Gem by Voyage Dallas Magazine. Dustin is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, a Certified Holistic Nutritionist, and an Applied Clinical Nutritionist, certified by Standard Process and Parker University. CONNECT WITH DUSTIN:Website: https://www.strongonhealth.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrongOnHealthInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/challenge/?next=/strongonhealthYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNTLdNAPS7sPVt-z6rZjYNg CONNECT WITH VICTORIA:Website: YouAretheMagicPill.comFacebook: facebook.com/youarethemagicpill 

•  You were talking about love before we jump on and recorded, and I was thinking about that, the fact that... What I love about it is when you love something or some person, you benefit from it because you get to feel the love, right? That's sure. They might get it, they might be benefiting from it, but because you're putting yourself in that position where you're getting to feel it, you're winning already. That's the best thing about love...I agree, love is a very good thing to feel. (04:07)•  When you start thinking about what you were and you see it from a fresh perspective, it's so hard to look back because you want to help that person you know, because you  know what you know now, and you think, Oh man, they struggled through so many things and yes, it was a period of my life. I was transitioning, I think, between elementary school and middle school, and I gained a ton of weight over the course of a winter, eating a lot of sugar, and I didn't even realize. I guess it hadn't happened until I went back to school and we were in a bit of a gym class situation where we had to run down to the certain pole and run back and remember running and being passed by who I thought was the kid who was overweight in class, and he passed me like I was sitting still. And then it was just this big moment where I kind of looked down and realized that I was the big kid, I was the fat kid in school. (06:05)•  The interesting thing about nutrition in general is it's a young science, so we're still kind of discovering and understanding as we go, all these pieces, and I'm always trying to distill things down to irrefutable facts, because it's one thing to know it for yourself, to have that experience and know that sugar is no longer a part of my life because it doesn't do anything for me. It may do a small thing for me, but the cost to me is so much greater than the benefit. But to help somebody else understand that's the journey of that, that's so hard sometimes because you have to understand where somebody's coming from, you have to figure out why would they be interested in hearing this in the first place, what do they want to solve? How can I communicate this to them? And so I find this with all the different things, every new little pearl, every new little secret that I find I want to share with people. (10:50)•  Here's where I always want  to make a point about placebo, if you can get some placebo effect in line with something that's truly healing, somebody will do it, right? Why wouldn't you use that power... We don't want to think, Oh, it's just a placebo? Well, yeah, it is, but it works. So that's what I love about nutrition and education, so when I found out that, there's a Dr. Walsh, and in his books here behind me on the wall, because I give it to almost anybody who has depression. He looked at this for 35 years, he looked at 30,000 different individuals who suffered from depression and anxiety, and he looked at millions of labs, and by far, he said, the most common biochemical problem we found is a zinc deficiency, so who would think?  No one would think, Oh, I'm depressed, maybe I need more zinc. (12:21) ABOUT DUSTIN STRONG:Dustin Strong is the Chief Clinician and Owner of Strong on Health, a private holistic health and wellness center in the Dallas/Fort Worth, TX metro area. He specializes in applied clinical nutrition, holistic nutrition, and clinical consultation for other healthcare providers. Mr. Strong is an accomplished speaker and enthusiastic educator with monthly hands-on workshops with practitioners and is a regular continuing education presenter and featured expert in multiple podcasts, videos, and publications. As a holistic healthcare practitioner for nearly a decade, he is passionate about helping clients who have not had complete success with traditional healthcare methods, believing that being healthy requires a total approach, taking into consideration equally nutrition, physical exercise, spiritual balance, and personal motivation. He has been recognized as a Healthcare Hero by the Fort Worth Business Press and a Hidden Gem by Voyage Dallas Magazine. Dustin is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, a Certified Holistic Nutritionist, and an Applied Clinical Nutritionist, certified by Standard Process and Parker University. CONNECT WITH DUSTIN:Website: https://www.strongonhealth.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/StrongOnHealthInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/challenge/?next=/strongonhealthYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNTLdNAPS7sPVt-z6rZjYNg CONNECT WITH VICTORIA:Website: YouAretheMagicPill.comFacebook: facebook.com/youarethemagicpill 

Coffey visits with attorney Vianei Braun about Texas' revised handgun law's implications for businesses.They discuss the history of Texas' handgun license-to-carry statutes; the amended law, which no longer requires a license to carry a handgun in the state; reasons why individuals may still choose to obtain a license; signage requirements for businesses who wish to control who carries a handgun on their premises; other practical measures businesses can legally take under the statute; and the actual impact of the law in the months since it was enacted.Good Morning, HR is brought to you by Imperative—premium background checks with fast and friendly service. 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:Vianei Lopez Braun is a shareholder at Decker Jones, P.C., where she heads the labor and employment law group for Decker Jones, P.C. and serves as the firm's Chief Development Officer. She is a frequent author and speaker on employment law issues. Vianei is also a member of the Board of Directors of First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (FFIN – NASDAQ). She has served on numerous nonprofit boards and is the Immediate Past Chair of the Board of the Fort Worth Public Library Foundation.At the time of her graduation at age 19, Vianei was the youngest ever female graduate of Princeton University. In addition to appearing on various law-related lists, she has been honored as a “Great Woman of Texas” by the Fort Worth Business Press. Vianei lives in Fort Worth with a pack of rescue Chihuahuas and with her husband Jason, an attorney in the enforcement division of the SEC.Vianei can be reached at https://deckerjones.com/attorney/vianei-l-braun/ or (817) 336-2400.About Mike Coffey:Mike Coffey is an entrepreneur, human resources professional, licensed private investigator, and HR consultant.In 1999, he founded Imperative, a background investigations firm helping risk-averse companies make well-informed decisions about the people they involve in their business.Today, Imperative serves hundreds of businesses across the US and, through its PFC Caregiver & Household Screening brand, many more private estates, family offices, and personal service agencies.Mike has been recognized as an Entrepreneur of Excellence and has twice been named HR Professional of the Year. Additionally, Imperative is included in the prestigious Best Places to Work in Texas list and has been named the Texas Association of Business' small business of the year.Mike is a member of the Fort Worth chapter of the Entrepreneurs' Organization and volunteers with the SHRM Texas State Council.Mike maintains his certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) through the HR Certification Institute. He is also a SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).Mike lives in Fort Worth with his very patient wife. He practices yoga and maintains a keto diet, about both of which he will gladly tell you way more than you want to know.Learning Objectives (for HRCI and SHRM credit):1. Understand the history of Texas' handgun license-to-carry laws.2. Understand Texas businesses' rights in controlling who carries a handgun on premises.3. Create handgun policies that are legally compliant and consider the interests of various stakeholders.

In this episode I Interview Dustin Strong. Dustin Strong is a board-certified holistic nutritionist, a certified applied clinical nutritionist, a natural health specialist, and a wellness educator who has been in private clinical practice for nearly a decade. He is also the founder of Strong On Health, a holistic wellness center in North Texas, where he works with clients whose chronic health issues have gone untreated by traditional methods. His specialties are Nutrition Response Testing, whole food clinical nutrition, lifestyle counseling and emotional balancing. He is a consultant to healthcare practitioners nationwide, is a featured practitioner author in health publications, and a volunteer nutritionist for multiple community health initiatives. Dustin is regularly featured as a thought leader as a speaker and as a guest on wellness shows and podcasts. Most recently, he was highlighted as a “Hidden Gem” in Voyage Dallas Magazine and was honored as a 2020 Healthcare Hero by the Fort Worth Business Press.

Brad is CEO and co-founder of Linear Labs, a smarter energy company designing ultra-high efficiency motors and generators. Linear Labs’ patented breakthroughs lead to double the torque of competitive motors, increased range, and significantly lowered power consumption. Prior to founding Linear Labs, Brad served as CEO and founder of Ustream, a global enterprise software company. Under his leadership, Ustream powered the top global Fortune 500 companies, scaling to $40M in revenue. In 2016, Ustream was acquired by IBM for $150M and became the foundation of the IBM Cloud Video division. In 2020, Brad won the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® Southwest Award and was named Top Private CEO by the Fort Worth Business Press. The San Francisco Business Times honored him as an influential young leader in their 40 Under 40 list, he was ranked among the 50 Digital Power Players by the Hollywood Reporter, and honored as Variety’s Producers Guild of America’s Digital 25: Visionaries, Innovators and Producers. Brad is a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point and holds an MBA from The Ohio State University where he received the 2017 Entrepreneur and Innovation Alumni Award. https://linearlabsinc.com/ https://nexuspmg.com/

It's the final episode of the year and we thought "might as well end it with a bang". So, we grabbed our good friend Holly Yarborough to join us as we talk about our past, present, and future! Did we mention Holly is "2020 40 Under 40" by Fort Worth Business Press? Sit back, relax, and remember to "Stay Good"!Show LinksThe Funky PantherMerchTwitch channel

Elyse Dickerson struggled in school as a result of dyslexia but persevered to find her inner greatness and become a much respected and lauded CEO of her own company. Listen as Elyse shares how she was able to push through low expectations of educators throughout her childhood, and later, the gender-biased behaviors of colleagues to become the accomplished founder and leader of Eosera, a biotech company that is a pioneer in the Conscious Capitalism movement, putting purpose, people, and company values before profit. After starting her career in retail, Elyse Dickerson made a move to the pharmaceutical industry, where she spent 13 years at Alcon launching new products globally and managing a $1.7 billion product portfolio. When she realized she wanted to build her own innovative solutions that would improve the lives of people with healthcare challenges, she co-founded Eosera, a biotech company, in 2015. Elyse has earned honors such as Most Admired CEO and Fort Worthian to Watch, as well as awards like the Trailblazer Brand Champion Industry Award, the Women in Business Award from the Dallas Business Journal, and the Top Business Award from the Fort Worth Business Press. Elyse is also a mentor, mother, wife, accomplished athlete, and engaging public speaker who is a strong advocate for women in business and for gender equality. www.earcaremd.com Bigger Than Business is the show where you’ll discover real-world stories of business owners living their purpose. You’ll encounter men and women all over the world who draw strength from understanding why they do what they do and how they remain true to that purpose through the ups and downs every business owner will face. www.thecapitalchartroom.com

She was fired from her job and promptly started a female-led biotech company that was launched by winning 50k in a pitch contest. My next guest is Elyse Dickerson who is CEO and Co-Founder of Eosera, a biotech company committed to developing innovative products that address underserved healthcare needs. Among Eosera’s numerous industry awards, Elyse herself has won many accolades for her leadership and service. Most recently, in 2019, Drug Store News named Elyse the Top Women in Health, Wellness, and Beauty. D CEO awarded Elyse with the honor of being on the 2019 Dallas 500 list and named her Most Admired CEO, and Fort Worth Business Press presented Elyse with the title of the Great Women of Texas. Fort Worth Magazine named Elyse Fort Worthian to Watch, and FW Inc named her Top 400 Most Influential People. Elyse is also a polished public speaker and gives inspiring presentations to large groups around the world. In addition, Elyse authors many articles related to business, including being a Forbes contributor. Elyse has over two decades of experience leading teams in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. She managed portfolios with annual revenues of $1.7 Billion and drives product innovation and the commercialization of numerous technologies across the globe.Prior to co-founding Eosera, Elyse spent over a decade at Alcon, where, as Global Director, she set the near and long-term global strategic vision for the Anti-Infective, Otic, Dry Eye, and Ocular Nutrition franchises. At Alcon, Elyse launched new products globally and consistently grew sales year over year. Elyse holds a BA from the University of Notre Dame, and an MBA from the Cox School of Business at SMU. Listen in while I deconstruct the incredible journey of fortitude and determination. Learn about the tools she used to build her company despite the uphill battle.Useful Links and Book Mentions:EoseraTrailblazer by Marc BenioffDelivering Happiness by Tony HsiehHow Remarkable Women Lead by Joanna Barsh

Elyse Dickerson, co-founder and CEO of biotech company Eosera, which develops ear care products, joins Talking Business Now host Kelly Scanlon to discuss entrepreneurship, lessons learned and women in bioscience. Tune in as Dickerson shares her experiences on: Listening to the market before launching a product. Being "the only woman in the room" and how being a CEO now gives her a platform for opening doors for other aspiring women. The importance of developing a strong relationship with investors—and tips for doing that. Working with major retailers, including understanding your cash flow and when to recognize a deal you should say "no" to. Why it's important to stay true to your product niche as your company expands. Making a personal and company commitment to practice conscious capitalism. ABOUT ELYSE DICKERSON Elyse Dickerson has more than 20 years of experience in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. Before founding Eosera, she managed portfolios with annual revenues of $1.7 billion and drove product innovation and the commercialization of numerous technologies. As a female CEO in the biotech industry, Dickerson uses her position to empower other women in the industry and is recognized as a champion for women’s equality in the workforce. In 2019, Drug Store News named her the Top Women in Health, Wellness, and Beauty. D CEO honored her on the 2019 Dallas 500 list and named her Most Admired CEO. The Fort Worth Business Press recognized her among the Great Women of Texas. Fort Worth Magazine named Dickerson a Fort Worthian to Watch, and FW Inc named her to its list of Top 400 Most Influential People. CONNECT WITH ELYSE DICKERSON Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EarwaxMD Twitter: https://twitter.com/EoseraInc LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/eosera-inc./ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Melissa was named Fort Worth Magazine's Best Philanthropist in 2018 and Fort Worth Inc's 400 Most Influential People in 2019. She's a traveling speaker and currently the Founder & Executive Director of The Net, an organization that serves refugees, the homeless, and survivors of trafficking. The Net recently launched a social enterprise called Worthy Co., that employs survivors of trafficking, and today Melissa shares with Rachel Sipperley her journey of justice work in entrepreneurship and social enterprise! What you will learn in this episode: The incredible story of the Net and Worthy CO, a social enterprise that employees survivors of traffickingThe common misconceptions of prostitution and what you didn't know about sex trafficking in the United States How to incorporate a give-back that impacts people and why People Over Profit matters most Tangible Tips:  Why you need to have a healthy relationship with failure & a healthy "failure culture" at your companyKnowing your why because it will carry you through the tough timesThe Entrepreneurial Couple - tips for having a healthy marriage while running multiple businessesResources:The Marriage Journalhttps://theroloffs.com/products/themarriagejournalStart with Why - Simon Sinekhttps://www.amazon.com/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/1591846447Exodus Cry - anti-trafficking podcasthttps://exoduscry.com/When Helping Hurts - caring for the poor holisticallyhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/0802409989/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_eUtyEb1PHAB0HAbout MelissaMelissa graduated from Dallas Baptist University with a degree in social work and has been working with different NGOs locally & globally, serving people in poverty since 2002. She is currently the Founder & Executive Director of The Net, an organization that serves refugees, the homeless, and survivors of trafficking. The Net recently launched a social enterprise called Worthy Co., that employs survivors of trafficking. Worthy Co is set to open their brick and mortar retail store this spring. She is married to her husband of 12 years and has two little girls, Rosie and Justice.Did You Know?Melissa is a partner in a restaurant, Brewed, and a mixed used retail and event space called The 4 Eleven in Fort Worth.She was named Fort Worth Business Press 40 Under 40, and Fort Worth Magazine's Best Philanthropist in 2018. Named one of Fort Worth Inc's 400 Most Influential People in 2019.She's a traveling speaker, sharing about the work of justice with her audience.Melissa is currently a Summit Fellow - 2 year fellowship for social entrepreneurs and non profit visionariesHer husband was a career musician for most of their marriage - now fellow entrepreneur started/owns his own real estate brokerage, and marketing company, 6th Avenue.Melissa is a proud adoptive mama of her daughter, Justice.You can connect and learn more about Melissa and the Worthy Co here:https://worthy-co.com/http://www.theices.net/melissawww.instagram.com/melissaicewww.instagram.com/theworthycowww.instagram.com/thenetfwFor questions, comments, or to stay in touch please check out Thefemalefounderpodcast.com or email rachel@thefemalefounderpodcast.com

This week, we're chatting with Melissa Ice, Founder & Executive Director of The Net and Worthy Co. The Net is a non-profit organization that began when a group of TCU college students started building relationships with people experiencing homelessness. The Net was then able to launch a social enterprise called Worthy Co. and employs women that are survivors of sexual exploitation and trafficking. Melissa has been named in 25 Women to Watch by Women in Business Networking in 2016, was recently named Fort Worth Business Press 40 Under 40, and, she is also Fort Worth Magazine's Editor's Choice for Best Philanthropist in 2018. This gal is a woman after my heart! She speaks to all the subjects that drive me! She talks about navigating the business side of a social enterprise that supports the non profit that she founded as well. Melissa is passionate about empowering and loving on God's people in a way that looks like coming alongside them and simply saying “I see you.” I could have spoken with her for three hours today because she's one of those people whose energy just fuels my soul! I know you're going to love hearing her story! To learn more about The Net, you can check it out at www.thenetftw.comFor information about The Worthy Co check out www.worthy-co.comMelissa's newest campaign is The Worthy Co building which will house the social enterprise, a retail space, and a social candle-making studio. They have currently raised 33% of their goal for this campaign. To learn more or help support it, go to www.thenetftw.com/worthycoHey Mama! Have you written a review yet? Have you subscribed to the podcast? Have you told ALL your friends about it? What on earth are you waiting for? Let's make it happen sister!

Janine K. Iannarelli   Janine K. Iannarelli is the founder and president of Par Avion Ltd. She has more than 30 years of business aviation experience representing numerous corporations and private individuals worldwide with the sale and purchase of business aircraft. Par Avion is an aircraft marketing firm that specializes in the exclusive representation and acquisition of aircraft with an emphasis on pre-owned business jets valued upwards of $65,000,000 (USD).   Ms. Iannarelli has extensive experience in cross-border transactions, with nearly 90 percent of Par Avion’s business concentrated in this area of specialization. The scope of her experience with aircraft sales transactions reaches well beyond the procurement process in that she has in-depth interactions with the OEMs, maintenance facilities and completion centers specific to these aircraft. Ms. Iannarelli also works directly with designated representatives of the Federal Aviation Administration as well as with many other countries’ civil aviation authorities where she has placed or procured aircraft.   One of many notable adventures in Ms. Iannarelli’s career was her involvement in the ferrying of a Falcon 10 and 100 from the tip of South Africa to Texas in 1997. Making this adventure unique was that Ms. Iannarelli was surely the first woman aircraft broker to undertake this endeavor. The range of these airplanes dictated that a number of stops en route would need to be made, particularly on the African continent, traveling within range of then war-torn countries and negotiating with local ground support whose first language is French. The experience included traversing the Sahara Desert, the Atlantic Ocean to the Canary Islands and on to Europe. The North Atlantic leg posed one of the greatest challenges given that flight planning is especially critical with a short-legged airplane.   A 1983 graduate of Montclair State University in Upper Montclair, N.J., Ms. Iannarelli earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration with a specific concentration in marketing and a minor in psychology. She studied the French Language at L’ALLIANCE FRANCAISE de Houston and earned continuing education credits from Rice University in Houston, Texas. She is a current member of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), European Business Aviation Association (EBAA), Women in Aviation, International, and the American Marketing Association. In February of 2016 Ms. Iannarelli was invited to serve on the EBAA Associate Member’s Sales and Acquisition committee providing expert input on international sales transactions and in March of 2017 was appointed its Chair. Ms. Iannarelli is listed at the NBAA Web site as a source “Available to Comment” to local, national and international media. She attends numerous industry–related seminars sponsored by the NBAA, Professional Aviation Maintenance Association (PAMA) and various manufacturers and aviation product vendors.   In January 2016, Ms. Iannarelli was reappointed and named presiding officer by Governor Greg Abbott to the Texas Aerospace and Aviation Advisory Committee to which she was originally appointed by former Governor Rick Perry. As one of 10 state-wide appointed committee members, she seeks out and encourages business development in the state, specific to her area of expertise. Included among the accolades and awards bestowed upon Ms. Iannarelli is being named a Great Woman of Texas by the Fort Worth Business Press in 2011; named by the Texas Women’s Chamber of Commerce as one of the final four for the Texas Business Woman of the Year, April 2016 and again in July 2017; one of three inducted into the Aviation Hall of Fame of New Jersey, September 2016; named among the “99” finalists for inclusion to the National Aviation Hall of Fame of Dayton, Ohio September 2016; honored by Texas Executive Women as a Woman on the Move November 2016; named by Enterprising Women Magazine as a 2017 Enterprising Women of the Year Champion. In 2017 Ms. Iannarelli was honored as one of the “Women Who Mean Business, Outstanding Leader in Professional Services” by the Houston Business Journal and one of four Houston area women for being leaders in STEM related fields by GirlStart. Houston Woman Magazine recently named her as one of Houston’s 50 Most Influential Women of 2017.   As a sought after mentor and inspirational advisor, she often speaks before women’s and youth organizations about career development and life skill sets necessary to navigate the business world. Ms. Iannarelli routinely serves as a reliable source on business aviation for local, regional, national and international media on a variety of business aviation and small business topics. She is a regular panelist and presenter at industry events that focus on current valuations and trends in the new and preowned global marketplace for aircraft.   Ms. Iannarelli is a passionate supporter of the arts and charities that benefit children and animals. She commits both her personal time and resources to these endeavors. In 2017 she was appointed to the Advisory Board of Houston PetSet and in 2018 to the Houston Girl Start Council. She is a past board member of Mercury, The Orchestra Redefined, and a sponsor of the Houston Police Department’s Mounted Patrol. For more than 25 years, she was a sponsor, board member, competitor and volunteer with The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show which benefits Texas Children’s Hospital and for which Ms. Iannarelli currently serves as an Ambassador. She is a founding member of the Peace Parks Foundation headquartered in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Additionally, Ms. Iannarelli is an avid cyclist and an accomplished equestrian who competed for over 30 years in the amateur divisions at hunter/jumper shows at the regional and national level in the United States. Listen to another #12minconvo

T. M. "Roe" Patterson is a 23-year industry veteran in the oil and gas services business. He was promoted to president and chief executive officer of Basic Energy Services (Basic) in September 2013 and was recognized as the Top Public Company CEO by the Fort Worth Business Press for 2014. Prior to his recent appointment, he served as the company’s senior vice president and chief operating officer from 2011 to 2013. Patterson began his tenure at Basic in 2006 and has held multiple positions in executive leadership since joining the company. http://crudeblessings.com

(https://www.theh2duo.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/1074-x-366-podcast-template-10-1.png) Sarah Zink is on a mission to teach people how to discover and use their ‘superpowers’ to be more productive, profitable and powerful. As a multi-dimensional businesswoman and a “multi-preneur” with a background in education, psychology, and community development, Sarah uses her education and experience to work with individuals, businesses, corporations and municipalities across the country to increase effective communication, develop emotional intelligence and escalate productivity. Sarah is an active consultant, coach and trainer, working with global clients such as Amway, Nexen Petroleum (Energy), Pearson Publishing, and Texas Instruments, as well as local companies such as Texas Health Resources, and the Cities of Fort Worth, Arlington and Mansfield, as well as many others. She is also a seasoned speaker, author, radio show host and video blogger. She was recognized in 2015 as a ‘Great Women of Texas’ by the Fort Worth Business Press. Top Takeaways: Don’t let the word ‘emotion’ scare you. This isn’t a Rom-Com. Building your emotional intelligence is key to growing your organization and most importantly your own leadership skills.  Today we chat about: Your ‘lizard brain’ and its role in your response to fight, flight, freeze, or faint. Ways to improve your own emotional intelligence Signs that someone you know, including yourself, may be lacking emotional intelligence During the first 90-seconds to 18-minutes when something new gets dropped on you, your adrenal glands start going, oxygen supplies decreases to your brain and your IQ score can actually drop up to 30 points. Resources: (https://amzn.to/2yrLzwW) (https://amzn.to/2PM9j5r) (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0307949648/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=theh2duo-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0307949648&linkId=a79b55f6e45a881903a5ac0178424596) (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0762447699/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=theh2duo-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0762447699&linkId=88bcdfe15e61fad37a3c612b917cc670) (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B072FJJ3HQ/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=theh2duo-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B072FJJ3HQ&linkId=70b4697d20a6b0bc4f8deb67c3ba672d) Sponsor: Utilities can now automate leak alerts with (http://theh2duo.com/dropcountr) Show notes: [4:16] Sarah breaks down emotional intelligence (EQ). [5:24] Why is EQ so important to the success of an organization? [12:14] Response to change is different for everyone. [13:39] Effective communication is a key element of successful change management. [16:40] How do I know if I am emotionally intelligent? Sarah gives examples of low EQ. [23:00] Sarah gives action items you can implement to grow your EQ. [25:59] Learn to label your feelings with Dr. Gloria Wilcox’s Feeling Wheel. [28:55] The practice of mindfulness. [31:00] Starting with self-awareness. [33:59] Sarah describes what emotional self-management tips she gives to clients beyond the theory. [35:30] The three biggest words that matter in any difficult circumstance. [38:44] Disappointment and unhappiness impacts your productivity the most at work. [41:17] Look at the role we play in the situation. [42:07] Sarah talks about honing in on EQ, empathy, and social dynamics helps you be better managers and leaders. [45:54] The most overlooked communication strategy. [47:28] EQ doesn’t mean fluff, touchy-feely, or hugging kittens. Mastering your EQ can make you more powerful. [49:01] Hope is not a strategy. [52:21] Employees at all levels need to learn relationship management. [53:35] Dealing with conflicts in the workplace. [59:49] Face-to-face conversations make the most forward...

(https://www.theh2duo.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/1074-x-366-podcast-template-3.png) Jennifer Oliver Henderson is a marketing communication specialist with nearly 20 years of experience. Her professional achievements include “40 Under 40” awarded by the Fort Worth Business Press in 2008, Texas Wesleyan University’s Alumni Service Award in 2012, the Distinguished Alumni Award in 2014, Great Women of Texas in 2014, Top 20 Women to Watch in 2016 and alumni scholar of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses. She is also recipient of more than 100 local to international design and public relations awards. For fun, she runs Gallery 440, featuring a large collection of international modern art as well as local contemporary Texas artists. Jennifer conveys the incredible value consistent public relations efforts has on building relationships with your community rooted in trust and transparency. We also discuss the world of art and the value art plays in evoking emotion and creating connection with our messages. Top Takeaways: An apology, when appropriate, goes a long way. Accountability and honesty is refreshing in a day and age filled with spin, misdirection, and the misperception of perfection conveyed on social media. What someone else says about you, including reporters, is eight times more valuable than any advertisement you pay for. Make your content relevant to your audience. Tell your story but through their eyes. Resources Mentioned: (https://www.coveragebook.com) Purple Cow (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/014101640X/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=014101640X&linkCode=as2&tag=theh2duo-20&linkId=8af8216510fa1886e866f25d3708d7bb) by Seth Godin All Marketers Tell Stories (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1591845335/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1591845335&linkCode=as2&tag=theh2duo-20&linkId=a94b32ef18bea0acf9a8c972c26053e1) by Seth Godin Please consider rating the podcast with 5 stars and leaving a one- or two-sentence review in iTunes or on Stitcher.  This helps tremendously in bringing the podcast to the attention of others. We give a shoutout to everyone who rates the podcast with 5 stars in future episodes. Give us some love on Twitter by tagging us (https://twitter.com/the_h2duo) or by using the #WaterInRealLifePodcast If you know someone you think would benefit, please spread the word by using the share buttons on this page. Thank you for sharing some of your time with us. We know how precious those minutes are. Share your story, you never know who needs to hear it and remember, “Those who tell the stories, rule the world.” Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s (http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_03/16cfr255_03.html) : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

Download this episode. Jason started his first business at the age of 8, selling greeting cards door-to-door so that he could buy himself a Nintendo Entertainment System. The satisfaction of reaching that goal ignited his entrepreneurial spirit leading to successful endeavors in industries from manufacturing and snack foods to technology and sports marketing. He co-founded Fix Systems, an IT consulting firm specializing in quick service restaurant technology. Clients such as Taco Bueno, Bone Daddy's and franchisees of other major restaurants partnered with Fix Systems to design and implement point of sale systems, security systems, and loyalty programs. Jason sold his interest to his co-founder to pursue another opportunity. Arcos was Jason's next venture, a software development, and digital marketing agency. The unique mix of tech, design, and marketing strategy garnered numerous awards including 2009 Fort Worth Chamber Small Business of the Year, American Advertising Federation Medals and Fort Worth Business Press 40 Under 40 class of 2009.  Jason sold this agency to a regional marketing firm after eight years in business. Jason now serves as a Family Officer™ with Carrington Group. His passion is helping entrepreneurs obtain and enjoy the lifestyle they earn through the sacrifices they make to build our economy. Jason facilitates crucial conversations and leads families to clarity around what is truly important to them. He sources a network of experts that provides unbiased advice and helps entrepreneurs leverage their business success to create a lasting impact on their families and communities. Jason is a TCU Neeley School of Business Graduate. He was a member of the baseball team and met his wife Anne-Marie at TCU.  They have three children, two daughters, and one son. Serving the community is a lifelong commitment for Jason. He has volunteered with Special Olympics, Habitat for Humanity, Kiwanis, and other causes. Jason has served as a board member for the Fort Worth Business Assistance Center, Wheels for Wellness, Helping Restore Ability, and has recently completed a two-year term as board president of the Hope Center for Autism. Jason is currently a board member of the Accelerate DFW Foundation and the International Student Foundation, an organization that provides children aging out of foster care with mentors and college scholarships.   If you enjoyed this episode, please Comment Share and leave a review…   Come Hang With US as WE Discuss The Show   Join the Conversation in our Facebook Group Success Champions Each Sunday we send out an email with the 5 episodes that aired along with this interview Sign Up Here   Affiliate Links - Which means if you click and buy our company will get paid... Audio Books have been a huge part of my journey. Audible changed the game by taking the books you love and turning them into Audio.... Check it out here https://amzn.to/2KeGXC5 Have you struggled with getting on podcasts? Have you found it difficult getting exposure? Check out what Abigail Sinclaire is doing with Human Network Connection  

Download this episode. Jason started his first business at the age of 8, selling greeting cards door-to-door so that he could buy himself a Nintendo Entertainment System. The satisfaction of reaching that goal ignited his entrepreneurial spirit leading to successful endeavors in industries from manufacturing and snack foods to technology and sports marketing. He co-founded Fix Systems, an IT consulting firm specializing in quick service restaurant technology. Clients such as Taco Bueno, Bone Daddy's and franchisees of other major restaurants partnered with Fix Systems to design and implement point of sale systems, security systems, and loyalty programs. Jason sold his interest to his co-founder to pursue another opportunity. Arcos was Jason's next venture, a software development, and digital marketing agency. The unique mix of tech, design, and marketing strategy garnered numerous awards including 2009 Fort Worth Chamber Small Business of the Year, American Advertising Federation Medals and Fort Worth Business Press 40 Under 40 class of 2009.  Jason sold this agency to a regional marketing firm after eight years in business. Jason now serves as a Family Officer™ with Carrington Group. His passion is helping entrepreneurs obtain and enjoy the lifestyle they earn through the sacrifices they make to build our economy. Jason facilitates crucial conversations and leads families to clarity around what is truly important to them. He sources a network of experts that provides unbiased advice and helps entrepreneurs leverage their business success to create a lasting impact on their families and communities. Jason is a TCU Neeley School of Business Graduate. He was a member of the baseball team and met his wife Anne-Marie at TCU.  They have three children, two daughters, and one son. Serving the community is a lifelong commitment for Jason. He has volunteered with Special Olympics, Habitat for Humanity, Kiwanis, and other causes. Jason has served as a board member for the Fort Worth Business Assistance Center, Wheels for Wellness, Helping Restore Ability, and has recently completed a two-year term as board president of the Hope Center for Autism. Jason is currently a board member of the Accelerate DFW Foundation and the International Student Foundation, an organization that provides children aging out of foster care with mentors and college scholarships.   If you enjoyed this episode, please Comment Share and leave a review…   Come Hang With US as WE Discuss The Show   Join the Conversation in our Facebook Group Success Champions Each Sunday we send out an email with the 5 episodes that aired along with this interview Sign Up Here   Affiliate Links - Which means if you click and buy our company will get paid... Audio Books have been a huge part of my journey. Audible changed the game by taking the books you love and turning them into Audio.... Check it out here https://amzn.to/2KeGXC5 Have you struggled with getting on podcasts? Have you found it difficult getting exposure? Check out what Abigail Sinclaire is doing with Human Network Connection  

In this episode of You University, I interview Shivaun Palmer. Shivaun Palmer is an entrepreneur with extensive experience in marketing, public relations, video production, radio, digital media and large-scale trade show and special event production. She co-founded and serves as CEO of Plaid for Women, Inc., a digital media company with a blogging platform focused on women to help them achieve goals, get connected and be heard.  Plaid for Women assets include an online magazine - PlaidforWomen.com; Plaid for Women Radio; short form video and LIVE, monthly chapter meetings. Plaid launched their #nomeangirls campaign in 2015.  In 2007, Shivaun was honored as a “Great Woman of Texas—Woman of Influence” by the Fort Worth Business Press and nominated as a Woman to Watch by the Dallas Business Journal. She currently serves on the board of directors for Girls, Inc. of Tarrant County. Ready to build your brand? Get your 15 Free Videos RIGHT NOW http://goo.gl/oDCqdL

In this episode of You University, I interview Shivaun Palmer. Shivaun Palmer is an entrepreneur with extensive experience in marketing, public relations, video production, radio, digital media and large-scale trade show and special event production. She co-founded and serves as CEO of Plaid for Women, Inc., a digital media company with a blogging platform focused on women to help them achieve goals, get connected and be heard.  Plaid for Women assets include an online magazine - PlaidforWomen.com; Plaid for Women Radio; short form video and LIVE, monthly chapter meetings. Plaid launched their #nomeangirls campaign in 2015.  In 2007, Shivaun was honored as a “Great Woman of Texas—Woman of Influence” by the Fort Worth Business Press and nominated as a Woman to Watch by the Dallas Business Journal. She currently serves on the board of directors for Girls, Inc. of Tarrant County. Ready to build your brand? Get your 15 Free Videos RIGHT NOW http://goo.gl/oDCqdL