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In this episode, Michael introduces Steve Watson, a CFO/CHRO and founder of Trendbreakers, a community of finance, human resources, and benefit advisor professionals that are on a mission to break the trend of rising employee healthcare costs. Trendbreakers helps CFOs, CHRO’s and business owners make the best employee benefit decisions by offering support, education, and consulting.  Steve is a unique guest because he’s on the payor side of business...i.e., he is working for an employer who ultimately pays for healthcare via their insurance. He recognizes that the current healthcare system is lucrative for organizations and certain people, but also sees the problem with employers and families paying heavily for benefits they may not even use. A few years ago, his employer had a million-dollar claim that was going to increase premiums by 30% - and his broker’s commission by 30%, too. Through deeper investigation and learning, he recognized the incentive imbalance and that the system was rigged against employers.   He was able to slash his company’s benefits costs, save thousands, and allow employees to enjoy no increases and better benefits - all while drastically reducing the administrative burden of enrollments and changing plans. After doing it for his own company, Steve realized that others in his position needed the network, strategies, and best practices to do the same. So he built Trendbreakers, the educational platform that helps inform business owners, CFOs and CHROs make the best healthcare decisions for their company and its people.  Steve believes that a lack of accountability across the board has been a detriment to the system as a whole. He believes brokers must be transparent, accountable and have a high level of expertise in the exact areas their clients need so they can offer the best solutions. He also recommends brokers be conscious of the way they communicate with employers and use words and comparisons they can understand.  Brokers have an excellent opportunity to educate and be a fiduciary for the employers they serve. And it’s important that employers have a plan in place that they’re confident in and has room for continued growth and savings down the road. Trendbreakers has a promising road ahead bridging the gap between peers and colleagues to create a system where everyone benefits. Here’s a glance at what we discuss in this episode:  01:00 - Introducing Steve, the CFO, CHRO, and founder of Trendbreakers.  05:30 - What Steve thinks about our healthcare system and when the reality sunk in.  09:30 - He transitioned into a self-funded plan to address the issues.  12:00 - Now, he can impact the results, get data, and benefit from no claims. 13:05 - Employees have benefited from no increases, better benefits, and they lifted the administrative burden of having to have an enrollment. 13:30 - Trendbreakers provides education to company leaders, executives, and HR leaders so they understand the industry and speak the same language.  14:50 - Broker/Consultant must-haves: Transparency, accountability, expertise. 17:05 - Brokers don’t always share new solutions with their clients that could save them significant dollars.  20:00 - Brokers must communicate concepts in a way that the CFO/CHRO/owner understands because in many cases, they’ll need someone else to sign off on it, too. 22:20 - CFOs want to know the internal risk and meet other people who are self-funding to feel confident about their decision.  24:10 - It takes peers, stories, and a group for people to feel confident about making a decision - just listening to a broker isn’t enough. 25:05 - If an HR leader needs to get the rest of the leadership on board, they must first do things on the back-end that won’t change anything for the employees.  26:30 - Have a 3-5 year plan and make incremental changes - each step will

Do you want to be your client’s real-life Wizard of Oz and give them what they never even thought possible? Steve Sims, a speaker, coach, author and master of making things happen, has some invaluable advice for REALTORS® who really want to WOW their clients in today’s solution-based economy. Listen in to learn how you can give people more than what they want – even before they know it’s possible. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting leighbrown.com. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:50 – Introducing Steve, a speaker, coach and author of Bluefishing 02:50 – He believes people overthink marketing; he helps people market effectively, especially those in real estate 04:40 – Communication fixes things that otherwise look complicated 04:50 – People don’t clearly ask for what they want; they ask for what they think is possible 06:06 – On giving people more than what they want 06:20 – Think, dream and vision for your clients to go beyond being a service provider 11:00 – We settle because we’re afraid of failing and being seen as a failure; our greatest achievements come from our greatest failures 15:45 – On his book and work 16:00 – He speaks globally, likes to grow, and loves to help people get out of their own way 17:00 – A second book is in the works 17:20 – On what he wants from a REALTOR® 18:15 – He wants someone to solve a problem and tell him what he needs to know 19:50 – Give answers to questions people don’t know to ask 20:35 – On his tag-team relationship with his wife 21:20 – His wife knows how to ask questions and communicate 22:20 – His wife didn’t like their current property at first; they made a pros and cons list and eliminated the problems she didn’t like 25:00 – On listening to both sides 25:05 – Usually one person in the relationship makes the ultimate decision; determine that person but keep both sides in mind 26:40 – Steve’s wife has ultimate veto power because she needs to be happy in the home 27:15 – We’re in a solution-based economy 28:00 – How to hear more from Steve – Read Bluefishing, listen to his podcast The Art of Making Things Happen, check out his website, and find him on all social media channels 3 Key Points Go beyond providing a service by giving more than what you’re asked for. Don’t settle. Don’t be afraid to fail.  Solve more and be the “who” people need. Credits Audio Production by Chris Mottram Show Notes provided by Melissa Valder

SEARCHING FOR OUR IDENTITY This week we're privileged to have on the show Steve Willis (a.k.a Commando Steve). Steve is one of Australia's top trainers, is a former competitive Crossfit Athlete and served a commando in Australia's elite special forces. Steve is an incredibly deep thinker and has an impressive mindfulness practice - this leads to some thought provoking conversation, as well as some great advice all the listeners should take note of. A surprising side of Steve is that despite his many successes he is still on a journey to find himself... and that's the truth he portrays in answer to his essay question: "You have been a high performer in both the most secret of situations and the most public. What is a universal truth people should employ themselves, to be best prepared for their moment of success?" We discussed Awareness, the realisation that your life is a result of your choices and the clarity in simplicity. This is one of our favourite epsiodes thus far. Enjoy the Show. Show Notes 00.00 : 01.37 -Intro & Adverts 01.38 : 02.40 - WWO Intro 02.41 : 04.38 - Introducing Steve 04.39 : 07.30 - Participation & Contribution 07.31 : 10.03 - Learning from Life 10.04 : 11.28 - Awareness and Conscious choices 11.29 : 12.02 - Food. The Unnecessary response 12.03 : 16.39 - Shame & Self Talk 16.40 : 18.35 - Modern Day Psychological Warfare - Are those thoughts actually yours? 18.36 : 21.46 - Steve becoming Self Aware 21.47 : 25.41 - Crossfit - life changing timing 25.42 : 26.31 - The pursuit to Fit In 26.32 : 26.54 - How far are you willing to go? 26.55 : 30.49 - Tuning in to others' why 30.50 : 35.03 - Simplicity provides clarity 35.04 : 37.59 - Steve's Mindfulness 38.00 : 40.16 - Life is a result of choice 40.17 : 41.45 - Parental Expetation & Balance 41.46 : 49.25 - Steve's Current Challenge 49.26 : 52.52 - School Morning Mantra 52.53 : 56.15 - Oz' Takeaways 56.16 : 57.52 - Steve's Ambition 57.53 : 58.41 - Contacts and Wrap Up www: commandosteve.com IG: @CommandoSteve www: wordswithoz.com IG: @WordsWithOz

Download Episode Here This Thanksgiving week, Alex and Molly talk values with Mr. Steve Bales, Managing Partner at Ziegler Metzger, Eagle Scout, and Red Cross volunteer. We dig into the meaning of leadership and what it takes to be a good leader. Do you know what it takes to stay with the same firm for 30 years? If you said commitment, you're right! Tune in to this episode and find out when a leader eats and to hear our new lightning round question (which Steve knocks out of the park). Learn more about the Young Professionals Council at the American Red Cross by contacting Steve directly at www.zieglermetzger.com or his LinkedIn page at www.linkedin.com/in/stephenmbales/ Read the "Lessons on Leadership by a Janitor" mentioned in the episode at www.homeofheroes.com/profiles/profiles_crawford_10lessons.html, or watch the video here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3jGOfLnUWI [caption id="attachment_597" align="alignleft" width="251"] Render Crayton POW/MIA bracelet Steve wears everyday[/caption]   SHOW NOTES   * 0:50 Molly's migraines * 5:34 Molly at the haunted house * 7:09 Who likes scary movies? * 8:32 Introducing Steve * 11:17 When Alex met Steve at the Union Club * 13:37 What makes a good leader * 20:46 Lessons from leading a law firm * 24:07 Management vs Leadership and How to move a law office * 30:46 Alex and Molly start a guilt trip business * 32:31 What "Commitment" really means, and how to stay with the same firm for 30 years * 38:06 Steve's successful habits * 43:21 Why Steve wears a POW/MIA bracelet everyday * 52:09 Volunteerism, Service, and the Red Cross * 59:42 Lightning Round * 1:38:49 Girls in the Boy Scouts  

We're all familiar with Murphy's Law; "Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong". We've talked about this extensively in a previous MakingChips episode on crisis management, but what can you do to make sure that your manufacturing company is covered in the event that something goes wrong? "It's not a matter of if, it's a matter of when." From equipment breakdowns, to customer and employee claims of injury,  you need to be equipped with the knowledge of what kind of coverage you'll need for the challenges you face as a Manufacturing Leader. The reality is that many manufacturers have limited knowledge on the subject, and are often hesitant to reach out to their insurance agency. What can the metalworking nation learn from the insurance industry? On this episode of MakingChips, we talk about insurance and risk management with Marc Alberico and Steve Lorenzini of The Daniel and Henry Company. Marc and Steve share their extensive knowledge of risk solutions for the manufacturing industry and provide an answer to a MakingChips listener's question. In manufacturing news, we talk about the future of automation and it's business implications.. Jim and Jason share details of two very special MakingChips events as we look forward to IMTS 2016. Episode Structure: [03:25] - Manufacturing News [06:45] - Mastermind Series [08:05] - MakingChips at IMTS 2016 [09:35] - Introducing Steve and Marc [11:36] - Answering Rob Trout’s Email [13:05] - How did this collaboration begin? [19:06] - OSHA Compliance [21:15] - Understanding the Depth of Your Business [24:38] - “The Sheep in Wolf’s Clothing” [26:30] - Product Liability (Prototype vs Medical) [32:15] - Misclassified Areas [38:15] - When to Call the Insurance Company [40:40] - Conclusion of Episode Mentioned in this Episode: Manufacturing News IMTS 2016 The Daniel and Henry Company Contact Marc & Steve Ryan's Patreon Account We Want to Hear From You, The Metalworking Nation: jim@makingchips.com jason@makingchips.com ryan@makingchips.com Telephone: (312) 725-0245

In this first episode, Steve and David discuss the origins of the term DX, they share their thoughts on what makes a great developer experience, and they talk about some of the challenges they face when designing developer facing products. The post Ep. #1, Introducing Steve and David appeared first on Heavybit.

Dick and Missy return with new guests and a new batch of profanities and explanations. Introducing Steve the Builder - so disgusting even we've had to censor him! To listen to the podcast with subtitles please go to www.swearline.com.