Podcast appearances and mentions of Jack Welch

"There's no such thing as work-life balance. There are work-life choices, and you make them, and they have consequences." That's a quote by former GE CEO, Jack Welch. This week's episode is about finding balance in our lives.    You can subscribe to this podcast on:  Podbean | Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | TUNEIN   Links: Email Me | Twitter | Facebook | Website | Linkedin The Time-Based Productivity Course Get Your Copy Of Your Time, Your Way: Time Well Managed, Life Well Lived The Time Sector System 5th Year Anniversary The Working With… Weekly Newsletter Carl Pullein Learning Centre Carl's YouTube Channel Carl Pullein Coaching Programmes Subscribe to my Substack  The Working With… Podcast Previous episodes page   Script | 382 Hello, and welcome to episode 382 of the Your Time, Your Way Podcast. A podcast to answer all your questions about productivity, time management, self-development, and goal planning. My name is Carl Pullein, and I am your host of this show.  It's always fascinated me how so many people see the attainment of a “work-life balance” as their goal in life. Yet, that balance is easily achieved if you know what is important to you, are clear about your core work activities, and take control of your calendar.  I'm reading Dominic Sandbrook's brilliant book State of Emergency: The Way We Were, Britain 1970 to 1974.  In Britain in the early 1970s, the economy was in dire straits. The labour unions were fighting the employers and the government, inflation was rising uncontrollably and unemployment was becoming a serious problem. Nothing the government tried worked and often made things worse.  Yet, despite all these travails, people got on with their lives. They went to work, came home had dinner with their families or dropped into the pub to meet up with friends. At weekends kids went out to the cinema, or hung out on the high street with their friends. Parents would potter around their gardens or attempt DIY projects at home.  Balance was a given. Work happened at work. Home life happened at home. There were clear boundaries.  Today, it's easy to find people being nostalgic for those halcyon days, yet they weren't all great. There were frequent power cuts (power outages), droughts, and the incessant strikes meant often people couldn't get to work, or their workplace was closed because of the strikes.  Having a work life balance shouldn't be a goal. It should be the way you life your life. There's a time for work, and a time for your hobbies and family. Not in a strict sense, but in a flexible way.  This week's question is about ho to achieve that with the minimal amount of effort and fuss.  So, to get into the how, let me hand you over to the Mystery Podcast Voice for this week's question. This week's question comes from Isabelle. Isabelle asks, Hi Carl, I'm having a lot of trouble trying to balance my professional and personal life. I never seem to have time to meet my friends, and often skip going to the gym because I have to finish my work late in the evenings. What do you recommend someone do to regain some work/life balance?  Hi Isabelle. Thank you for your question. One of the most effective ways to start this is to create what I call a “perfect” week calendar. This is where you create a new blank calendar and sketch out what you would like time for each week. Begin with your personal life. How many times do you want to go to the gym, how much sleep do you want each night, and how much time you want to spend with family and friends?  Add these to your calendar. Then sketch out how you would like to divide up your work time. How many meetings per week, how much time can you spend on admin and communications each day and time for doing deeper, focused work.  Once you have done this, you will get to see if what you want time for each week is realistic. I've found most people who do this exercise discover that they are trying to do the impossible.  You only have 168 hours a week. And you do not have to do everything you want to do in those 168 hours.  Before coming to Korea, I used to go to watch Leeds Rhinos Rugby League team every home game. In those days, those games were usually held on a Friday night.  This meant, every other Friday, I'd make sure I left work on time, got home, changed, had a quick dinner, then went to pick up my friends and off we went.  After the game we'd call into the local pub for a few beers before going home.  During the season, we made it a non-negotiable event. It would have been unheard of for any of us to miss a Friday night game.  If I had urgent work to finish, I would rather go back into the office on Saturday morning to finish it off than miss a game.  That was the mindset. Those games and meeting up with friends were non-negotiable.  And that is the first lesson here. If there is something you want to do, then make it non-negotiable.  Of all the productivity and time management tools available, the only one that will tell you if you have time to do something is your calendar.  Task managers and notes apps can collect a lot of stuff. Ideas, things to do, future projects, meeting notes. The list is infinite. Yet, the time you have is not infinite. It's limited. Each day has 24 hours, each week has 168 hours.  Part of the reason many feel there is no balance in their lives is they've allowed task managers to become their primary time management tool.  If you look at your task manager, it's just a list of things you either have to do or would like to do. There's no time frame. Some of the things on there will be important and time sensitive. However, a lot won't be. And when you scroll through the list, all you see are things to do.  It numbs the mind and makes you feel you have no time to rest. The difference between today and the 1970s is what we are prioritising.  Because in the 1970s the only productivity or time management tools we had were desk or pocket diaries and notebooks, the only tool we looked at when asked to do something was our diaries.  This meant we would instantly see a conflict and would be able to say “No, sorry I cannot do that on that day”.  Today, when we are asked to do something we add to our task manager-after all, it's easier to add it there than to open up our calendar app, and look at what we are committed to.  If you have on your calendar a regular aerobics class on a Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. And you're asked to attend a meeting at 4:30 p.m. You'd more likely say you cannot attend that meeting if all you had is your calendar to look at.  Today, we don't do that. We say “yes, okay” then later realise we''ll struggle to get to our class.  I remember when I was at university, my finish time at work was 5:30 p.m. and my lectures began at 6:00 p.m. There was no way I would accept a meeting request on a Tuesday or Thursday after 3:30 p.m.  It took me twenty minutes to get to my university from the office.  Attending university was a non-negotiable for me. Meetings with colleagues could be arranged either earlier in the day or the next.  This is why you cannot afford to leave things to chance if you want to bring balance into your life. If something is important to you, you need to be intentional about it.  But there's another important consideration and that is flexibility. Balance is about being flexible.  Most nights, I finish my coaching calls around 11:00 p.m. Now it would be very tempting for me to quit and flop down in front of the TV and mindlessly watch something. Yet, reading real books is something I get a great deal of pleasure from. So, before I consider turning on the TV, I grab my book, go through to the living room and read for twenty minutes or so.  It's wonderfully relaxing—much more so than trying to find something to watch TV.  Yet, if there is something I do want to watch on TV, I'll skip the book and watch the TV show.  There are sometimes when for one reason or another, I have not cleared my actionable email. If all I have is the hour after my calls finish to do it, then I'll spend thirty minutes or so clearing as many emails as I can.  Doing my email late is far better than having to try and find additional time the next day.  On Wednesday this week, my wife asked me if I would go with her and her parents on a little trip to the mountains that afternoon.  I had not planned for it, but said if I could have the morning to record my YouTube videos and get my Learning Note out, I would love to go.  I knew I would have to edit the videos when I got back that evening, but spending time with my family was important. So, that's what I did.  We had a lovely afternoon in the mountains and I got my videos edited.  As I sat down to read my book on Wednesday night, I had a little smile on my face because the day had been fantastic, and all my important work had been done.  Creating balance in life is not about adding more and more stuff to do in a task manager. It's about how you are allocating your time each day.  What is important to you? That's what goes on your calendar. There's a time when you can sit down at your desk and do work. But there's also time when you need to stop, relax and spend time with the people you care about, or do your exercise, play with your kids or walk your dog.  Everything you want to do requires time. Yet, time is the one thing in your life that is limited.  You can accept thousands of tasks, and have hundreds of ideas to do things but none of those will happen if you do not have the time to do them.  That's why I advocate managing your work by when you will do it, rather than managing endless lists of tasks. When you focus more on your available time to do stuff, you begin eliminating more of the low-value stuff and begin to appreciate your time more.  There are thousands of things you could do, perhaps would like to do someday. None of that matters today. What matters today is you get the important things done. And choosing those are is entirely within your power.  Yes, you can go to the gym, you can also have a movie night with your friends or family. They are important (think family and relationships and health and fitness areas of focus).  Yet, if you have an important interview tomorrow and feel a couple of hours this evening spent preparing would be a better use of your time, then ask if you can postpone the movie night to tomorrow.  Tonight is not zero hour. You can move things around to better fit with your priorities for today.  And that neatly brings us back to the daily and weekly planning.  Weekly planning is about the big picture. The big things you want to get accomplished. If you decide that you will go to the gym three times this week, schedule it.  If you see that a good use of your time would be to work on that big project where the deadline is approaching, schedule time for working on it.  The daily planning is about making the necessary adjustments to deal with the things that you were unaware of when you did the weekly planning. The client with a crisis, your disorganised boss that forgot to tell you about her impending deadline, or your son coming down with a heavy cold.  It all starts and ends with your calendar. That worked perfectly well for hundreds of years, it still works today.  Task managers and notes apps support you. Your calendar is where you get to see what you're committed to and tells you if you have time to take on more, or whether taking a few days break would be more beneficial for you.  I hope that helps, Isabelle. Thank you again for sending in your question.  And thank you to you too for listening. It just remains for me now to wish you all a very very productive week.   

I'm thrilled to share some incredible insights from my latest podcast episode featuring the legendary Maria Bartiromo. With over 30 years in financial journalism, Maria has seen it all—from the bustling floor of the New York Stock Exchange to the intricate intersections of national security and economics. Here are some key takeaways from our conversation that you won't want to miss:Key Lessons and Ideas:Leadership Evolution: Maria discusses how leadership has transformed over the decades, emphasizing the need for adaptability in today's fast-paced, tech-driven world.Fundamentals in Investing: Despite market hype, Maria stresses the importance of sticking to the basics—understanding a company's business model, growth prospects, and competitive positioning.National Security and Economics: Maria delves into the critical intersection of national security and economic policy, highlighting the risks of overreliance on foreign supply chains, especially from China.Space and Defense Technology: Discover why space is the next frontier for national defense and investment, and how companies are innovating in this crucial area.Personal Resilience: From her early days at CNBC to her pivotal move to Fox, Maria shares how she navigated challenges and stayed true to her principles.Curiosities and Anecdotes:Jack Welch's Influence: Learn about the “SOY equation” Maria picked up from Jack Welch at GE, a simple yet powerful framework for leadership.Dot-Com Era Memories: Maria recalls the irrational exuberance of the dot-com boom, where companies added “.com” to their names to attract investors.Joey Ramone's Tribute: A fun and unexpected story about how Joey Ramone wrote a song about Maria, reminding us all to seize unique opportunities.Why You Should Listen:Exclusive Insights: Get a front-row seat to Maria's experiences with influential leaders and her unique perspective on global markets.Timeless Principles: Whether you're an investor, leader, or just curious about the world of finance, Maria's advice on fundamentals and long-term thinking is invaluable.Engaging Stories: From Wall Street to Washington, Maria's journey is filled with fascinating stories that offer both inspiration and practical wisdom.Tune in to this episode of Capitalist Culture to hear more from Maria Bartiromo and gain insights that could transform your approach to leadership, investing, and understanding the global economy.Send us a textConnect with Kip on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kipknippel/Watch Bite-Sized Clips on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@capitalistculture/shorts

In Part One of In the Room Where It Happens, we hear from four CFOs reflecting on formative moments when they found themselves face-to-face with legendary industry leaders. Gabi Gantus of Mytra recounts a pivotal meeting at Tesla with Elon Musk, while CFO Jason Child (Arm) shares an FP&A breakthrough alongside Jeff Bezos during Amazon's early growth years. CFO Brian Gladden of Zelis reflects on leadership lessons from both Jack Welch and Michael Dell, and CFO (emeritus) Bill Korn of MBTC recalls joining Lou Gerstner's high-stakes turnaround at IBM. Each story reveals how proximity to visionary leadership shapes careers and sharpens strategic thinking — long before the CFO title comes into view.

Story of the Week (DR):Trump Demands Intel CEO's Resignation, Says He's ‘Highly CONFLICTED' AND Eric and Donald Trump Jr. to Own Millions of Shares in New U.S. Manufacturing SPAC MMESG Analyst Tom Cotton: Trump's attack, posted on Truth Social Thursday, came two days after GOP Sen. Tom Cotton flagged Tan's prior investments in Chinese companies and his previous leadership at Cadence Design Systems, which recently pleaded guilty to unlawfully selling its tech to a blacklisted military university in China.Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan (~$70M golden hello in March; max potential $400M) directly addressed employees on Thursday after Donald Trump demanded his resignation over national security concerns, saying he has the full support of the board.Tan set up a venture firm called Walden International based in San Francisco that pumped more than $5 billion into over 600 companies. More than 100 of those investments were made in China, including deals with once-obscure startups such as Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp.—today China's largest chipmaker—where he served on the board for a decade and a half.Today, the executive is still chairman of Walden International. And he's the founding managing partner at Walden Catalyst Ventures, which focuses on investments in the U.S., Europe and Israel. He also serves in that role at another venture fund, Celesta Global Capital.Tan stepped out of the venture world and joined the chip industry full-time when he became interim head of San Jose, California-based Cadence Design Systems Inc. in 2008. The executive, who had previously served on the board, went on to take the permanent CEO job the next year. He stayed in the role until 2021, when he transitioned to executive chairman, and is widely credited with restoring the company's fortunes. In late July of this year, the Department of Justice announced a plea deal that cost Cadence more than $100 million in fines. Employees at Cadence's China unit allegedly hid the name of a customer—the National University of Defense Technology—from internal compliance in order to keep supplying it. That organization had been put on the Department of Commerce's blacklist in 2015. The Chinese university was one of a group of supercomputer operators there that had conducted simulations of nuclear explosions, the DOJ said.Shares of American Eagle surge 20% after Trump calls Sydney Sweeney campaign 'hottest ad out there' AND Epstein victims are a growing political threat to TrumpThe Fall 2025 campaign, titled "Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans," centers on a deliberate pun between "jeans" and "genes.""Genes are passed down from parents to offspring, often determining traits like hair color... My jeans are blue."All the hallmarks of a dick-tatorship:American Eagle gender influence gap is -36%: Jay L. SchottensteinMr. Schottenstein has served as our Chief Executive Officer since December 2015. Prior thereto, he served as our Interim Chief Executive Officer from January 2014 to December 2015. He has served as Chairman of the Board since March 1992. He previously served the Company as Chief Executive Officer from March 1992 until December 2002 and as a Vice President and Director of the Company's predecessors since 1980Creepy nepobaby son: The grown son of an Ohio billionaire is a hooker-loving drug addict who threatened to destroy the renowned Manhattan psychiatrist his parents enlisted to help him, according to bombshell court papers. Dr. Paul Conti, a Stanford-educated psychiatrist from Oregon, alleges in a federal suit that the son also gambled away millions of dollars during trips to Las Vegas while running up credit bills and borrowing money from mobsters.SB360 Capital Partners: owned by Jay and his 3 sons (sorry wife): 13 listed executes: all white menlast time there was a vote on Jay (2023)CEO/Chair control: has been CEO 3 times; chair since 1992; $300k security; 2,011:1 ceo pay ratio; 7% of shares (passive BlackRock/Vanguard/Dimensional/Wellington: 41%; 71% board influenceAudit Committee Chair (which net 20 times last year) and Lead independent Director Noel Spiegel is 77 and over a decade of serviceNominating chair Janice Page is 76 and has served for over 2 decadesCompensation Committee chair has served for nearly 2 decadesUber's Sexual Assault Problem AND Uber beats on revenue, announces $20 billion stock buybackA recent New York Times investigation revealed that Uber has been dealing with a significant sexual assault problem. From 2017 to 2022, the company received over 400,000 reports of sexual assault or misconduct in the United States, which averages to about one incident every eight minutes.The investigation, based on thousands of internal documents, found that while Uber studied the issue and even developed potential safety features like in-car cameras and a feature to match female drivers with female passengers, the company chose not to implement these safeguards because they were concerned about their bottom line and potential lawsuits.Tesla Grants Musk $29 Billion in Stock to Keep ‘Elon's Energies Focused' AND Elon Musk Accused of Stiffing Small Businesses for Millions of Dollars, Causing Some to File for Bankruptcy AND Elon Musk Shares Shockingly Sexist Tweet About Woman Being Property. This one's disgraceful, even for Musk AND "This Will Open the Floodgates": Tesla In Trouble as Jury Orders It to Pay $329 Million After Autopilot Death AND Tesla withheld data, lied, and misdirected police and plaintiffs to avoid blame in Autopilot crash AND Elon Musk Appears to Now Be the Most Hated Person in America, According to New ResearchGoodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: Waste from Ben & Jerry's ice cream factories is now powering the Vermont gridNow that the ice cream waste can travel by pipe to become biogas, Ben & Jerry's can also make 600 fewer truck journeys a year, reducing the company's carbon emissions.DR: Gates Foundation is giving $2.5 billion to fund women's health research MM: Musk, Bezos, and Zuck are going full alpha male. America's girlbosses are fed up.When companies won't offer work-from-home policies or the flexibility that working parents need, it can embolden people to become more entrepreneurial and build under their own terms.This is the greatest backlash - if every woman in a “masculine default”, “founder mode” 13 year old man baby culture where “Jamie Dimon says” and John Stankey (see assholiest) says “maybe you don't fit” goes and founds there own firms, I'm giddy to see them wipe the floor with those smug billionaire assholes. Side note - I missed this quote from January FT article in the post-Zuck-on-Rogan “masculine energy” interview, but it would have been assholiest of the decade:“I feel liberated,” said a top banker. “We can say ‘retard' and ‘pussy' without the fear of getting cancelled . . . it's a new dawn.”MM: In that vein - A long-running anti-DEI lawsuit could help companies defend themselves from reverse-racism claims DR MMHello Alice as goodliest of the week - take down that fucknut Stephen Miller and his fake Nazi manboys.Assholiest of the Week (MM):Alex Karp and the men who go to elite universities and say elite universities are bullshit manbabiesPalantir CEO says working at his $430 billion software company is better than a degree from Harvard or Yale: ‘No one cares about the other stuff'Karp went to Haverford, then Stanford for a JD where he met Peter Thiel (who also doesn't like elite education)This past spring, the company also notably established the Meritocracy Fellowship, a four-month, paid internship for high school graduates who may be having second thoughts about higher education. Program admission is solely based on “merit and academic excellence,” but applicants still need Ivy League-level test scores to qualify. This includes at least a 1460 on the SAT or a 33 on the ACT, which are both above their respective 98th percentiles.According to Karp, the internship was created in direct response to the “shortcomings of university admissions.”Here's the problem: there ARE shortcomings to elite colleges, mostly that they exude exclusivism and a commodity - but it's still a pretty rich for a guy who WENT to Stanford where he met his future funder and mentor to talk about how bullshit it wasJohn Stankey and the re-rise of the Jack Welch man-directive manbabies MMIt is incredibly encouraging that 73% of our employees took the time to respond to the survey, with 79% of those respondents feeling committed and engaged with their work at AT&T. While this is reassuring, especially considering the amount of change we've navigated as a company recently, it wasn't a surprise to me that we fell short of our engagement goal.TRANSLATION: I'm not surprised so many of you think we suck, I've been here 5 years as CEO and I'm not awesome at my job… but hold your breath while I tell you how it's your faultThis note may also help you identify areas where your professional expectations might be misaligned with the strategic direction of this company.TRANSLATION: It's your faultI understand that some of you may have started your tour with this company expecting an "employment deal" rooted in loyalty, tenure, and conformance with the associated compensation, work structure, and benefits. We have consciously shifted away from some of these elements and towards a more market-based culture — focused on rewarding capability, contribution, and commitment.TRANSLATION: Fuck your job, this is a meritocracy now. A manly meritocracy.I understand that many may find the demands of your daily lives challenging and difficult. Elder care, job stress, child rearing challenges, economic uncertainty, community unrest, technology anxiety — the list can get long…We run a dynamic, customer-facing business, tackling large-scale, challenging initiatives. If the requirements dictated by this dynamic do not align to your personal desires, you have every right to find a career opportunity that is suitable to your aspirations and needs. That said, if a self-directed, virtual, or hybrid work schedule is essential for you to manage your career aspirations and life challenges, you will have a difficult time aligning your priorities with those of the company and the culture we aim to establish.TRANSLATION: We know your life is hard, but shut the fuck up about it because I don't care.WHERE THE FUCK IS THIS BOARD?Here are the “go hard or go home” board membersBill Kennard, lead "independent" director connected in 13 loops to other directors, been there for 11 years, who got his undergrad in communications from Stanford and worked at the FCC and was an ambassador - proving once again that “communications” isn't a qualification for communicating?Marissa Mayer - maybe this business thing isn't for you? Mike Mcallister, ex Humana CEO, who was investigated for duping elderly into thinking Obamacare's passage would cut Medicare?Scott Ford, who lead the biggest landline company before pivoting to selling coffee, as your bright star into the future of tech?That's where the board is - unqualified for the moment, highly interconnected, with long careers of average performanceLuis von Ahn and the tech bro “sorry, not sorry” we were just “being edgy” no but seriously I know what's best for you secretly manbabiesDuolingo's CEO says he learned a hard lesson about 'edgy posts' and going viralFirst, says Duolingo, the app for learning languages, would be “AI-first”Then says they're not hiring anymore as long as it can be done by AIThen says schools will really just be childcare with AI teachers, and teachers will just “take care of the children” and you need schools for the “childcare”In his apology, he said sorry for being “edgy”Yes, it was the edginess, not the assholeryIf you want to quickly identify a manbaby, it's easy: first they “say” something they really think, then their apology basically is “sorry you didn't get it, I won't say it again”Headliniest of the WeekDR: Shareholders Judge Directors by Their Faces, Study FindsMM: Trump calls for Intel CEO to 'resign immediately'More ESG analysis:Boeing's ex-CFOBlackRock's ex founderThe former CEO at Jack Dorsey's SquareA partner at SequoiaA Princeton professorThe former CEO of HPThe chair who's a VC and has been there since 2009Who Won the Week?DR: Boston Mayor Michelle Wu for calling out the billionaire Kraft family regarding the new stadium proposed for the New England Revolution: “We haven't asked for anything out of the ordinary for any significant development, much less a mega-development like this one … To this day, the Kraft Group has provided the city no meaningful technical information … What we've heard has stayed at a conceptual level that is insufficient for any serious negotiation.Citing the proposed figure of $750,000 that the Kraft Group would pay to Boston as a mitigation fee, Wu said, “It is an unserious proposal … the figure is “just 1.1 percent of the $68 million mitigation package that was paid for the Everett casino project right nearby years ago.”Wu, who as the incumbent is also campaigning against Josh Kraft (son of Revolution owner Robert Kraft) in Boston's mayoral race, didn't miss a chance to land a political dig at her opponent: Referencing the proposed mitigation fee, she said that “$750,000 is just one-and-a-half month's of a billionaire son's allowance. It is nowhere near the scale of what we need to address the plans that have already been laid out by our residents, with our traffic engineers, with the coordination of the entire region.”MM: Jamie Smith at EY for writing the only other 2025 US proxy review that included a whole section on director votesPredictionsDR: Trump tries to fit into a pair of Sydney Sweeney's jeans (re: the OJ glove) to prove he did not know Epstein. The American Eagle stock surgesMM: Duolingo releases a new language choice, “Manbro”, in which it teaches how to apologize, how to be more intense, and why you should bow to your AI overlords

In this episode of Home Business Profits, Ray Higdon shares valuable strategies for coaching underperforming sales reps across different industries, including network marketing. He covers Jack Welch's philosophy on mentoring versus firing and offers insights on maintaining a positive culture within the organization. Ray emphasizes expressing gratitude, understanding individual desires, and praying for guidance. Additionally, he explores the distinction between managing salaried salespeople and network marketers and discusses how to provide effective support tailored to each group. Throughout the episode, Ray also reflects on personal experiences and offers practical tips for leaders.   ——

Kevin Poole is the CEO of Newport LLC, a national business advisory firm specializing in helping middle-market companies accelerate growth, improve profitability, and prepare for successful exits. Before joining Newport, he spent nearly two decades at General Electric during the Jack Welch era, holding senior roles, and later led a $100 million consulting practice at Capgemini. Kevin holds a bachelor's degree in computer science from the University of Miami and an MBA in finance and marketing from Columbia Business School. He now leverages his deep operational and consulting experience to guide business owners through growth, succession, and M&A planning. In this episode… How can leaders scale a business they've never scaled before, especially in a market filled with complexity and change? And what happens when the next generation is poised to inherit but may not be ready to lead? Kevin Poole, a seasoned executive with an illustrious career at General Electric under Jack Welch, shares how strategic leadership, operating discipline, and emotional intelligence drive sustainable growth in middle-market businesses. Kevin offers a framework for mentoring Gen 2 leaders, building succession plans, and managing founder expectations, all while adapting to the fast-paced shift toward AI and efficiency. Through case studies and personal stories, Kevin explains how he's helped owners unlock business value, reduce “scar tissue,” and prepare their companies for long-term success. Tune in to this episode of the Smart Business Revolution Podcast as John Corcoran interviews Kevin Poole, CEO of Newport LLC, about scaling middle-market businesses. Kevin discusses operating discipline, family business transitions, aligning Gen 1 and Gen 2 goals, and how AI tools like ChatGPT are transforming both strategy and hiring. Through this engaging conversation, John and Kevin provide a wealth of knowledge and practical wisdom for business leaders looking to elevate their companies to new heights.

Teams want certainty, but in an uncertain world, how can you deliver it? Find out how in this episode. We dive deep with Mike Mears, Leadership Theoretician, former GE change-agent under Jack Welch, and ex-CIA Chief of Human Capital. Mike Mears reveals the neuroscience backed rituals and intelligence inspired frameworks that clear away uncertainty, sharpen your focus, and unleash your team's full potential. From GE's “Workout” sessions to CIA secure briefings, Mike unpacks his three-pillar “Certainty” method. Mike shares the mindset pivots that turn cautious managers into bold innovators, and the battlefield lessons of building true psychological safety, even in the most critical situations. Tune in to discover how these proven insights can elevate your leadership, strengthen your culture, and drive transformative results, starting today. Journey Highlights & Story Beats GE's “Workout” Revelation: Rebecca and Callum discover Mike's first “aha” moment under Jack Welch, how a noisy, chaotic workshop taught him that culture change starts with listening, not lecturing. CIA's Safe-House Confession: Mike recounts the night an agent risked their career to report a critical encryption error, because Mike had built a “safe house” of trust. That moment taught him that psychological safety isn't a luxury; it's a survival tool. Military Roots & Dual-Engine Leadership: From survival-of-the-fittest drills to commanding a nuclear missile site, Mike learned that drive alone breeds burnout and only paired with genuine empathy will people truly follow. Key Takeaways Certainty Overrides Fear Our primitive “survival” wiring clings to the status quo. Weekly 5-minute, agenda-free check-ins and timely praise rewire brains toward confident change. Psychological Safety as a Secure Briefing Room In covert ops, absolute trust saves lives. In business, it unleashes candid feedback and breakthrough ideas. Start small, smile at every team member, ask one open-ended question, then listen. Insight Prompts: Your CEO “Ask” Inspired by CIA Director's, assign each direct report a single, high-stakes question. Give them a week to reflect, and then collect ten ideas back. Dopamine-driven “aha” moments follow. The Dual-Engine Model: Drive + Empathy Military toughness and modern leadership demands both relentless mission focus and genuine concern for people's well-being. Notable Quotes “Great bosses don't force change; they engineer certainty so teams feel safe innovating.” “You don't need all the answers, just the right questions and the space for insights to emerge.” “Pair relentless drive with real empathy, then watch your people follow you anywhere.” Actionable Steps for Leaders. Implement CIA-Style Check-Ins: Five-minute, no-agenda chats each week with every direct report: What's top of mind? How can I support you? Rotate Your Ops: Structure work into three phases, core execution, innovation sprint, and recovery to maintain peak performance and morale. Launch an Insight Prompt: Give each team member one strategic question, set a deadline, reconvene for accountability and harvest high-impact ideas. Connect & Continue the Conversation Mike Mears on LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/mike-mears-leadership-theoretician-4627a889 Email: https://www.mikemears.com Tune in to discover how to harness certainty and lead with the confidence of a CIA strategist—wherever you are in the world.   ----more---- Connect with the show hosts below. Callum Jenkins https://www.linkedin.com/in/callumjenkins/ Rebecca Jenkins https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccajenkins-rjen/   Subscribe & Follow: If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and follow the Lead to Succeed podcast for more insights on leadership and business growth.   The podcast is brought to you by RJEN https://RJEN.co.uk Strategic Revenue Transformation Gain Access to the CEO Revenue Architecture Briefing 2025 Elevate your revenue engine with the CEO Revenue Architecture Briefing, the definitive executive briefing revealing the essential moves for impactful, strategic growth. A crisp, insightful read for senior leaders delivering: Claim your FREE copy today and start driving results.            

Send us a textIn business, the biggest risk isn't making a mistake—it's moving too slowly. In this power-packed episode of Monday Morning Motivation, Anna Steinfest shares why the ability to take quick, decisive action might be your most underrated business skill.Drawing inspiration from legendary CEO Jack Welch's biggest career regret—not moving fast enough—Anna reveals how hesitation costs small business owners more opportunities than failure ever will. From missed partnerships to delayed product launches, she breaks down the real cost of overthinking and analysis paralysis.You'll discover the three pillars of quick action: living with productive urgency, making decisions with 80% of the information, and working with focused intention. Anna shares practical strategies for overcoming hesitation and provides a 48-hour challenge to help you break through your biggest barrier.Perfect for entrepreneurs, solo founders, and small business owners who are ready to stop waiting for perfect conditions and start creating momentum. This 10-minute episode will shift your mindset from "when I'm ready" to "ready or not, here I go."Key Topics: Decision-making, business momentum, entrepreneurship, overcoming hesitation, quick action strategies

In this compelling episode of the Productivity Smarts Podcast, Gerald J. Leonard welcomes veteran business strategist and author Tom Hagerty to explore a powerful truth: every productivity issue is ultimately a relationship issue. Drawing on insights from his book The Business of Relationships and over 45 years of executive leadership, Tom discusses how trust, connection, and communication form the backbone of productive teams and thriving organizations. From ghosting in the workplace and quiet quitting to leadership transparency and emotional resilience, Gerald and Tom examine the real-world challenges facing today's workforce. They unpack why “change before you have to” is more than just a mantra—it's a survival skill in today's dynamic business environment. Listeners will learn how to strengthen culture, rebuild trust after conflict, and lead with authenticity. Plus, they'll hear how legendary quotes from leaders like Walt Disney, Jack Welch, and Sheryl Sandberg tie directly into the art of building high-performing relationships. Whether you're a team leader, executive, or aspiring professional, this episode is packed with timeless lessons and actionable insights for turning strong relationships into your greatest productivity tool. What We Discuss [00:02:01] Introduction to Tom Hagerty [00:06:51] Entrepreneurial mindset for success [00:08:17] Information overload & critical thinking [00:09:30] The power of relationships in business [00:11:38] Workplace trends & ghosting [00:16:14] Transparency & mutual respect in leadership [00:21:05] Leadership styles: the bird analogy [00:24:10] Relationship problems are core problems [00:26:54] Walt Disney on people & dreams [00:29:15] Imperfect leaders & business success [00:36:46] How to connect with Tom Hagerty Notable Quotes [04:18] "Every day that we spend, every day that we waste, every day that we don't achieve what we set out to do, we are literally marching toward death, and every one of us has an expiration date” – Tom [09:30] "I'm not a self-made man. I don't think anyone is. But I know it is because of relationships and the relationships I forged through networking that have allowed me to grow and build and do the things that I'm doing.” – Tom [28:14] "If you don't have somebody to sit on that expensive leather couch with you and watch the big screen, if you don't have somebody next to you in the golf cart, I don't care what club you belong to. It's going to be a lonely 18 holes. You know, it's not fun." – Tom [35:47] “Change the budding addiction, the passive aggressive nature with your wife and kids that is destructive in the family, your financial irresponsibility, before you have to.” – Tom Our Guest Tom Hagerty is a seasoned business strategist, speaker, and author with over 45 years of executive leadership experience across multiple industries. He is the author of The Business of Relationships, a book that distills decades of wisdom into practical strategies for strengthening trust, communication, and collaboration in today's workplace. Known for his sharp insights, straight talk, and a deep belief in the human side of business, Tom has helped countless organizations improve their performance by focusing on what truly matters: people. From the boardroom to the breakroom, he advocates for leadership that is transparent, participative, and grounded in authentic connection. Resources Tom Hagerty  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomhagerty0126/ Book: The Business of Relationships - Amazon Productivity Smarts Podcast Website - productivitysmartspodcast.com Gerald J. Leonard Website - geraldjleonard.com Turnberry Premiere website - turnberrypremiere.com Scheduler - vcita.com/v/geraldjleonard Kiva is a loan, not a donation, allowing you to cycle your money and create a personal impact worldwide. https://www.kiva.org/lender/topmindshelpingtopminds

In 1816, 18-year-old Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin (later Shelley) birthed science fiction during a rainy vacation on Lake Geneva. Inspired by a vision of a man crouched beside the corpse he reanimated, Frankenstein warned of what happens when man tries to play God. Two centuries later, the monsters are real, and they're called Musk, Altman, and Zuckerberg. Today's tech titans, like Frankenstein's Victor, race to build superintelligent machines in their image: soulless wannabe-gods with devastating reach. Gil Duran, of the Nerd Reich newsletter, connects this to A.I. worship, quoting a billionaire obsessed with “creating God” through algorithms. M.I.T.'s annotated Frankenstein likens Victor's horror to Oppenheimer's nuclear regret. We've entered a new atomic age, but instead of bombs, it's information weapons and hacked minds. As Pulitzer-nominated journalist Carole Cadwalladr warns, this is what a digital coup looks like. A.I. is trained to replace journalists, strip away privacy, and deepen inequality, just as Gaslit Nation has warned since 2018. What's the answer? Community. Skill-sharing. Nature. The real world. Jack Welch, once worshipped like Musk is today, gutted G.E. with fear-based leadership. Now he's a cautionary tale. So will today's tech gods be. Mary Shelley saw it coming. “Frightful must it be,” she wrote. We agree. But there's power in human connection, in rejecting the machine's illusions. Frankenstein's monster was abandoned. Let's not abandon each other. Join our resilience salons. Find your people. Build the future together. Want to enjoy Gaslit Nation ad-free? Join our community of listeners for bonus shows, ad-free episodes, exclusive Q&A sessions, our group chat, invites to live events like our Monday political salons at 4pm ET over Zoom, and more! Sign up at Patreon.com/Gaslit! Show Notes   The song you heard in this week's episode is “Unspoken Word” by Evrette Allen: https://soundcloud.com/user-726164627/unspoken-word-mix-13/s-GEvlnfQnmh4?si=954f31de09d644948d51a225224bd7ba&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing   Nerd Reich: https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2018/02/12/the-strange-and-twisted-life-of-frankenstein   After two hundred years, are we ready for the truth about Mary Shelley's novel? https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2018/02/12/the-strange-and-twisted-life-of-frankenstein   Astronomers have determined the exact hour that Mary Shelley thought of Frankenstein. https://lithub.com/astronomers-have-determined-the-exact-hour-that-mary-shelley-thought-of-frankenstein/   AI's Energy Demands Are Out of Control. Welcome to the Internet's Hyper-Consumption Era Generative artificial intelligence tools, now part of the everyday user experience online, are causing stress on local power grids and mass water evaporation. https://www.wired.com/story/ai-energy-demands-water-impact-internet-hyper-consumption-era/   Short-term profits and long-term consequences — did Jack Welch break capitalism? https://www.npr.org/2022/06/01/1101505691/short-term-profits-and-long-term-consequences-did-jack-welch-break-capitalism   Carole Cadwalladr TED Talk: This Is What a Digital Coup Looks Like https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZOoT8AbkNE   Self-styled prophets are claiming they have "awakened" chatbots and accessed the secrets of the universe through ChatGPT https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/ai-spiritual-delusions-destroying-human-relationships-1235330175/

Suzy Welch is an award-winning professor, best-selling author, and entrepreneur. She teaches “Becoming You: Crafting the Authentic Life You Want and Need" at NYU Stern School of Business, and helps people discover their purpose by understanding their values. Welch also believes that happiness is not an end goal, but an outcome of a meaningful and productive life.  She talked to Hoda about how to understand your values, and what she's learned from the death of her late husband, Jack Welch. Her latest book, Becoming You, comes out May 6th.

“The greatest responsibility of a leader is to make others greater than themselves.” This quote by Jack Welch perfectly captures the heart of today's LEITWOLF® Podcast episode: helping leaders grow. But what does sustainable growth really look like? In this episode, Stefan shares powerful insights into the proven 70–20–10 approach to leadership development – highlighting how responsibility, meaningful feedback, and targeted training can help your people truly evolve. Through real-life examples and years of experience, you'll discover how leadership becomes a platform for growth – not only for individuals, but for teams and entire organizations. If you want to lead in a way that empowers people to grow and take ownership, this episode is for you. ––– Do you like the LEITWOLF® Leadership podcast? Then please rate it with a star rating and review it on iTunes or/and Spotify. This will help us to further improve this LEITWOLF® podcast and make it more visible. ––– Book your access to the LEITWOLF® Academy NOW: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/leitwolf-academy-en Would you like solid tips or support on how to implement good leadership in your company? Then please get in touch with Stefan via mail: homeister@stefan-homeister-leadership.com Or arrange a free phone call here: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/calendly-en // LINKEDIN: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/linkedin // WEBSITE: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com ® 2017 STEFAN HOMEISTER LEITWOLF® ALL RIGHTS RESERVE ___ LEITWOLF Podcast, Leadership, Management, Stefan Homeister, Podcast, Business Leadership, Successful Leadership, Organizational Management, Leadership Skills, Leadership Development, Team Management, Self-leadership, Leadership Coaching, Leadership Training, Career Development, Leadership Personality, Success Strategies, Organizational Culture, Motivation and Leadership, Leadership Tips, Leadership Insights, Change Management, Visionary Leadership, Leadership Interviews, Successful Managers, Entrepreneurial Tips, Leadership Best Practices, Leadership Perspectives, Business Coaching

In this miniseries, we're exploring Depthfinding—an easy-to-grasp framework designed to help leaders and teams solve their gnarliest cross-functional challenges. This week, Rodney and Sam dive into one of the most pivotal (and misunderstood) aspects of the framework: stewardship. Depthfinding is built on the idea that organizations are like oceans, not aquariums. That means leaders have to show up in an entirely new way—not as a boss, a hero, or a disciplinarian, but as someone responsible for the ongoing health of a complex system. Embracing stewardship can be an uphill battle thanks to the ghosts of leadership past and the inner work required to show up well in complexity. But when facing down uncertainty, building the conditions for resilience and learning to steward across each Depthfinding zone offers a new way forward. Get the PDF Rodney and Sam talk about in this episode Download the Depthfinding guide to get the template and examples of how to use it. Want to learn more about Depthfinding? Head here: theready.com/depthfinding -------------------------------- Want future of work insights and experiments you can try delivered to your inbox? Sign up here. Follow us on your favorite platforms for more org design nerdery: LinkedIn Instagram -------------------------------- Mentioned references: "Intelligence vs information age" Jack Welch Model T assembly line efficiency gains Henry Ford quote about hands: The Future of Management, by Gary Hamel connection between Gantt chart and slavery Frederick Winslow Taylor MRI study about how power impacts your brain Employee Owned Trust (EOT) 00:00 Intro + Check-In: What is an underrated condiment? 03:46 Stewardship is how to put Depthfinding into action 08:32 Leadership ghosts of the industrial age: Henry Ford and the org chart 15:10 Leadership ghosts of the information age: Jack Welch and cult of personality 20:11 De-centering leaders and re-centering the organization for the future 23:50 Stewardship in the Midnight Zone playbook 28:13 Leaders modeling Midnight Zone moves is critical 30:29 Stewardship in the Twilight Zone playbook 35:46 Stewardship in the Sunshine Zone playbook 38:13 Stewardship in the Sky playbook 43:40 Wrap up: Leave us a review and share this episode with your colleagues! This episode's theme music is Yaggadang by BG & Coyote Radio. Sound engineering and design by Taylor Marvin of Coupe Studios.

This episode of "Evolving Your Workplace After Hours" features co-hosts Rob Swymer and Carol Schultz looking at the challenges leaders face in the business world along with the complexities of performance management. The conversation starts with a discussion on the importance of human connection before shifting to the convoluted performance ranking systems at major tech companies like Microsoft and Meta. In the conversation, Rob reflects on his own experiences with layoffs and performance reviews while emphasizing the intellectual and emotional toll it takes on leaders. The show's co-hosts also cover the controversial management practices at companies like GE, with Carol critiquing Jack Welch's old GE ranking system and its modern implementation at Microsoft. After all, this type of system can create unnecessary competition along with a toxic work environment. With this in mind, Rob puts an emphasis on the need to avoid mishandling performance evaluations by improving training and coaching for leaders. In a more emotional moment of the episode, Carol and Rob recount the heartbreaking story of an employee who was laid off and left without health insurance while his wife struggled with an illness. The two reflect on the fact that the business world is inherently human and needs to be guided by principles of servant leadership and conscious capitalism. As the episode concludes, the co-hosts agree that although the pressures of a publicly traded company can be massive, there's always room for improvement with a human-centered approach to business. Connect With UsFind more information about our cohost Rob Swymer and his company at Rob Swymer, Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. Find more information about our host Carol Schultz and her company at Vertical Elevation, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

„Die größte Verantwortung einer Führungskraft ist es, andere größer zu machen als sich selbst.“ – dieses Zitat von Jack Welch bringt auf den Punkt, worum es in dieser Folge des LEITWOLF® Podcasts geht: das gezielte, nachhaltige Wachstum von Führungspersönlichkeiten. Doch wie förderst Du Menschen wirklich wirksam in ihrer Entwicklung? Stefan gibt in dieser Episode tiefe Einblicke in das bewährte 70–20–10-Modell der Führungskräfteentwicklung – und zeigt, wie Du durch echte Verantwortung, gutes Feedback und gezielte Trainings das Potenzial Deiner Mitarbeitenden entfaltest. Anhand konkreter Beispiele und persönlicher Erfahrungen erfährst Du, wie Führung zur Plattform für Wachstum wird – für einzelne Führungskräfte, Teams und ganze Organisationen. Wenn Du wissen willst, wie Du Menschen so führst, dass sie wachsen und das Business eigenständig zum Erfolg führen, dann ist diese Folge genau das Richtige für Dich. ––– Nimm gerne an dieser anonymen Umfrage teil, damit wir diesen Podcast für Dich optimieren können: https://forms.gle/WTqCeutVXV2PsjBH9 Gefällt Dir dieser LEITWOLF® Leadership Podcast? Dann abonniere den Podcast und beurteile ihn bitte mit einer Sternebewertung und Rezension bei iTunes und/oder Spotify. Das hilft uns, diesen LEITWOLF® Podcast weiter zu verbessern und sichtbarer zu machen. ––– Buche Dir JETZT Deinen Zugang zur LEITWOLF® Academy: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/leitwolf-academy Möchtest Du konkrete Tipps oder Unterstützung, wie gutes Führen in Deinem Unternehmen definiert und umgesetzt werden kann, dann schreibe Stefan eine Mail an: homeister@stefan-homeister-leadership.com ODER Vereinbare hier direkt ein kostenloses Beratungsgespräch mit Stefan: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/calendly // LINKEDIN: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/linkedin // WEBSITE: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com ® 2017 STEFAN HOMEISTER LEITWOLF® ALL RIGHTS RESERVED ____ LEITWOLF Podcast, Leadership, Führung, Management, Stefan Homeister, Podcast, Business Leadership, Erfolgreich führen, Unternehmensführung, Führungskompetenz, Leadership Development, Teammanagement, Leadership Skills, Selbstführung, Leadership Coaching, Leadership Training, Karriereentwicklung, Führungspersönlichkeit, Erfolgsstrategien, Unternehmenskultur, Motivation und Leadership, Leadership-Tipps, Leadership Insights, Change Management, Visionäre Führung, Leadership Interviews, Erfolgreiche Manager, Unternehmer-Tipps, Leadership-Best Practices, Leadership-Perspektiven, Business-Coaching

In this episode, Dan Rochon reveals a powerful success strategy inspired by Think and Grow Rich—creating a mental Board of Directors to guide your decisions. He shares how top achievers like P.T. Barnum, Gary Keller, Tony Robbins, and Arnold Schwarzenegger have shaped his thinking and how you can use this method to overcome obstacles, scale your business, and improve every area of your life. Learn how to tap into the wisdom of historical and modern-day leaders even if you've never met them—to make better decisions and achieve your goals faster.What you'll learn on this episodeThe Power of a Mental Board of Directors: Why having a set of advisors, real or imagined, can transform your decision-making and successHow to Choose Your Board Members: Identify leaders and experts in different areas of life, from business to fitness, and use their wisdom to guide youLessons from Legends: Insights from P.T. Barnum on marketing, Gary Keller on systems, and Jack Welch on leadership that can apply to your careerAsking the Right Questions: How to “consult” your board when making tough decisions and why the process itself unlocks better answersThe Next Steps to Growth: Practical actions to research, study, and implement the wisdom of great minds in your own journeyResources mentioned in this episodeThink and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill – The classic book that introduces the Board of Directors concept To find out more about Dan Rochon and the CPI Community, you can check these links:Website: No Broke MonthsPodcast: No Broke Months for Salespeople PodcastInstagram: @donrochonxFacebook: Dan RochonLinkedIn: Dan Rochon

Two seasoned consultants sharing their unexpected journeys into consulting and what has kept them engaged in the field throughout their careers. Here are 4 things you should learn about getting into consulting... We Discuss: Why did they go into consulting? Why stay in consulting throughout a career? Key Highlights: Chris and Whynde share their journeys into consulting, with Whynde moving from biology/chemistry to consulting at a boutique firm where her first client was General Electric during the Jack Welch era (00:01:36-00:03:00). Whynde's first consulting experience involved working on software for GE's medical machines like CT scanners and MRIs, focusing on pricing and configuration, which helped shape her career through exposure to complex business environments (00:03:22-00:03:42). Whynde credits her growth to mentorship from demanding leaders, including a CEO at her first firm and Doug Hackney, a thought leader in data warehousing and business intelligence (00:04:11-00:04:55). Chris entered consulting after working in grocery retail as what would now be called an enterprise architect, eventually joining IBM through connections with their talent pool because he wanted to contribute to how their tools were sold and implemented (00:05:22-00:05:50). Chris remains in consulting because he enjoys the human element of technology implementation—understanding how different people's perspectives affect the use cases for tools, creating unique challenges in each environment (00:07:15-00:08:09). 4 Takeaways: Successful consultants often enter the field through unconventional paths, as demonstrated by Whynde transitioning from biology/chemistry to consulting and Chris moving from grocery retail architecture to IBM (00:01:36-00:05:50). Early career experiences with demanding clients like GE during the Jack Welch era established high professional standards that shaped Whynde's future consulting approach, emphasizing quality and excellence (00:03:00-00:03:42). Mentorship plays a crucial role in consulting career development, with both Whynde and Chris highlighting specific leaders who recognized their potential and provided opportunities for growth despite their non-traditional backgrounds (00:02:18-00:04:55). The human element of technology implementation—understanding different perspectives on use cases and business problems—provides ongoing intellectual engagement that keeps experienced consultants interested in the field (00:07:15-00:08:09).

Join us as Jim Moineau, Senior Director of Channel Sales at Transaction Network Services, shares his transformative journey from a passionate chef to a powerhouse in sales. Much like the patience and precision required to land a trophy fish, Jim has mastered the art of reeling in big deals by navigating the waters of rejection, resilience, and relationship-building. He also sheds light on the critical role TNS plays in safeguarding business communications, combating issues like spam and spoofing that erode consumer trust. In this conversation on high-performance sales leadership, Jim emphasizes the importance of treating team members as unique individuals, fostering trust, and creating a results-driven environment inspired by Jack Welch's performance-oriented management style. He unpacks the most common pitfalls in sales leadership—from mishandled compensation to lack of transparency—and shares hard-earned lessons from his own career. Beyond sales, Jim dives into the psychology of motivation and authenticity in leadership, highlighting how personal experiences shape work ethic. He discusses what truly drives people—whether it's the lure of success or the fear of failure—and the difference between hollow praise and meaningful recognition. Drawing from decades of experience, he underscores the power of genuine relationships and trusted networks as the ultimate fishing net for long-term success in sales. Whether you're angling for bigger deals or leading a team of top performers, Jim's insights will help you refine your approach and land the big one. Jim Moineau is a seasoned sales leader with over 40 years of experience in channel sales, sales management, and executive selling. As Senior Channel Sales Director at Transaction Network Services, he consistently ranks in the top 10% of performers, driving revenue and building high-impact sales teams. A proven channel champion, he has held key roles at Metromedia, AT&T, Level 3, and Masergy, where he became the top seller of all time, contributing 10% of company revenue ($6M MRR). Focused on delivering exceptional customer outcomes and financial success for partners, Jim leads with a results-driven mindset—win or move on. Outside of work, he is a passionate former chef, avid offshore and fly fisherman, and dedicated cyclist. Originally from Palm Beach County and Boston, MA, he brings the same energy and precision to his personal pursuits as he does to sales.    Quotes: "Rejection is not the end—it's the beginning of a conversation. Embrace it as a sign that something is happening."  "True leadership is about understanding that work impacts personal and family well-being, and treating each team member as an individual with unique needs."  "The essence of effective sales leadership lies in authenticity and trust. It's about fostering meaningful connections and leveraging trusted contacts for success."  "From selling beepers using pay phones to leading channel sales, my journey has always been about tenacity and never giving up."    Links:  Jim's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmoineau/ Transaction Network Services - https://tnsi.com Find this episode and all other Sales Lead Dog Episodes at https://empellorcrm.com/salesleaddog/ 

The legal industry is facing its “Netflix vs. Blockbuster” moment. AI, automation, and alternative legal service providers (ALSPs) are rapidly reshaping how legal services are delivered, and the biggest question is: Who will adapt—and who will be left behind? Roger Pilc leads a $600M+ division at Epiq, bringing experience from McKinsey, Booz Allen, CA Technologies, and Pitney Bowes. With insights from Satya Nadella's vision on AI, Clayton Christensen's The Innovator's Dilemma, and leadership lessons from Peter Drucker, Adam Grant(Author of Think Again), and Daniel Pink(Author of Drive), Roger explains how ALSPs are positioned to disrupt legal in ways law firms and Big Four consultancies cannot. In this episode, we explore how Legal Service Management mirrors IT's digital transformation, why Zach Posner at TLTF is betting on AI-driven legal platforms, and how Nicole Giantonio and the team at Epiq are investing in tech that's changing legal service delivery. Key Takeaways You Can Use Today: Legal is facing a “Simultaneous Equation Problem.” GCs must manage rising litigation, regulatory complexity, and shrinking budgets—but traditional models no longer work. AI & ALSPs Are Changing Everything. Like Netflix disrupting Blockbuster, AI-powered legal service models are creating massive efficiencies for corporate legal teams. The 30% Rule: Leadership is Talent Spotting. Echoing Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, and Jack Welch, Roger spends 30% of his time recruiting and developing top talent—a critical strategy for legal leaders.

In early February 2025, Meta slashed 5% of its workforce—about 3,600 people—calling it a purge of “low performers” to sharpen up for an “intense” year ahead. Mark Zuckerberg says it's about raising the bar, but some of those cut are clapping back with receipts: glowing performance reviews that don't match the “bottom 5%” label. From leaked memos to public pushback on LinkedIn, this episode unpacks the disconnect—did Meta really target the weak links, or is this a headcount trim in disguise? Host Mike Belsito digs into the employee backlash and asks what's really at play when a tech giant leans into stack ranking. But this isn't just Meta's story—it's a window into a bigger debate: does the old-school “rank and yank” tactic still work in today's tech world? We'll explore how this move echoes Jack Welch's GE playbook, why some ex-employees call it a “scarlet letter” on their careers, and whether regular performance purges drive innovation or just paranoia. With other giants like Microsoft testing similar waters, is stack ranking staging a comeback—or setting up a talent trap? Tune in for the scoop, the stakes, and a question for every founder: could this be your company's next move?

Send us a textIn this week's Monday Morning Motivation, host Anna Steinfest dives into one of the most overlooked yet powerful business strategies: simplicity.Jack Welch, former CEO of GE, believed that keeping things simple was key to success, and Albert Einstein famously said, “Everything should be made as simple as possible, but no simpler.” Yet, many small business owners overcomplicate their messaging, thinking it makes them look more credible. The truth? Confused customers never buy.In this episode, Anna breaks down how simplifying your business communication can help you attract more customers, build trust, and increase sales. Learn three actionable strategies to simplify your message, remove unnecessary complexity, and make buying easier—so your business can thrive.

Las creencias ancladas en tus subconsciente no solo dirigen tu vida personal.  Estas también influencian tu performance y comportamiento como líder.  Y como efecto dominó los resultados de tus equipos de trabajo y los objetivos de la empresa. Y es que lideras con lo que sabes y con lo que no sabes también.  Lideras con esas creencias conscientes y subconscientes que residen en el 95% de tu MENTE.  Whattt??

In this after hours episode, hosts Carol Schultz and Rob Swymer discuss Meta's plans to cut 5% of its workforce. In addition to pointing out parallels to Jack Welch's strategy at GE, the two analyze the broader implications of this approach. The hosts debate the root of the issue behind these cuts. Is it insufficient training, poor hiring practices, or inadequate leadership? It's important to get your hiring strategy right the first time around. This way you avoid cost-inefficient methods of hiring, firing, and rehiring. Both hosts give their unique perspectives throughout, with Rob questioning if a perfect hiring system is possible and Carol breaking down different strategies for companies. The episode has one main focus: human connection. Arbitrary cuts and annual reviews can hold a company back in the long run. Without building vital workplace relationships, it's impossible to create a productive workplace culture. Find more information about our host Carol Schultz and her company at Vertical Elevation, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Find more information about our cohost Rob Swymer and his company at Rob Swymer, Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram.

Marie talks with Marc Onetto, retired C-suite leader who worked for Jack Welch and Jeff Bezos and provides his insights on leadership from the mind and the heart. For more Proteus, subscribe to our newsletter: http://conta.cc/43w4LH0

Go to www.LearningLeader.com for full show notes. The Learning Leader Show with Ryan Hawk This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire 1 person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world have the hustle and grit to deliver. Notes: The Pete and Leona story - What will people say about you at your funeral? "They changed my life and the lives of my entire family." Tough love out of 100% care for you. Be tough AND supportive. Don't lower your standards. High standards. High support. 10 to 25 - Find the right trigger for motivation. Find out what they care about. They need meaning and significance. They want status and earned respect. Are children less afraid of their parents now than they used to be? Dan Gilbert calls this the "illusion of moral decline." It's been happening for 75 years. The Parental Nagging Study - A common tactic adults use to get teens to “pay attention.” Research shows that nagging triggers the emotional part of a teen's brain, shutting down their ability to think logically. They're not ignoring you on purpose—they're simply wired to tune out. A better way? Speak calmly and neutrally to engage the part of their brain that handles planning and decision-making. This opens the door to real conversation. Satya Nadella's Model, Coach, Care philosophy at Microsoft. This is the opposite of Jack Welch's rank and yank style at GE. Remember, the stack ranking methodology limited innovation and stopped people from taking any type of risk. We want to model the right behavior, coach others, and ensure they know we care for them so they feel the support they need to take risks, sometimes fail, get back up, and work to innovate. Theory X = Rank and yank. It stifled innovation for fear of failure and getting fired. Theory Y = No stack rankings. Built on connecting leaders with their people. Still high standards and demanding. Followed the "Model, Coach, Care" methodology. This is what's happening today at Microsoft. Be a place where people want to work. The Mentor's Dilemma - Stef Okamoto - honest, direct, and supportive. The "mentor's dilemma" refers to the challenge of balancing honest, critical feedback to young people while still maintaining their motivation and self-esteem, as this age group can be particularly sensitive to perceived criticism and may easily feel discouraged or disrespected if not approached carefully; essentially, it's the struggle between pushing someone to improve and potentially damaging their confidence by being too harsh. The mentor mindset: A mentor mindset can be adopted by using practices such as validating young people's perspectives, asking them questions, and holding them to high standards. Questioning – Kate, a mom of two who lives in Chicago, whose oldest son was a sophomore came home one night from a party drunk and high. Kate responded with a combination of yelling and prosecuting… She instigated an interrogation and not a two-way conversation. Instead of interrogating, get curious. They had a reason for what they did. Figure out why. What's your plan? Ask questions to get them to own their thinking and share it with you. Advice - Don't accept some perceived path. Be reliable, show up, do the work, and ask for more work. Add surplus value. Whatever you're being paid, focus on delivering 10x more value. Find a way to do that and your employer will beg to give you a raise and promote you.

Creating Effective Reward Systems   In this episode of The Innovation Show, we welcome back Steve Kerr to discuss how to create positive reward systems within organizations. Steve details the 'bullseye exercise' and emphasizes the importance of defining performance in actionable terms. He shares insights from his experience at GE, covering the implementation of the 'wing to wing' approach, the impact of stretch goals, and strategies for devising comprehensive metrics. Throughout the conversation, Steve highlights the necessity of aligning rewards with business objectives and fostering a culture of candor and innovation.   00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:12 Defining Performance in Actionable Terms 01:28 The Bullseye Exercise 02:47 Connecting Incentives and Rewards 04:25 Challenges in Measurement and Bureaucracy 05:35 Real-World Examples and Cost Analysis 07:13 The Importance of Candor and Rational Behavior 14:04 Stretch Goals and Organizational Culture 23:06 Challenges in Rewarding Employees 23:23 Understanding Quartiling and Quotas 24:07 Jack Welch's Bottom 10% Rule 29:31 Financial and Non-Financial Rewards 31:54 The Importance of Timeliness in Rewards 37:31 Wing to Wing: Seeing Through the Customer's Eyes 42:26 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   On the Folly of Rewarding A,While Hoping for B   Aidan McCullen, Steve Kerr, reward systems, employee behavior, BF Skinner, dysfunctional behaviors, fixing reward systems, CEO memo, leadership development, GE, Goldman Sachs, ultimate rewards, boundaryless organization, performance measurement, innovative culture, healthcare system, preventive care, stretch goals, Jack Welch, candid culture

Michael (Mike) Todasco, Visiting Fellow at the James Silberrad Brown Center for Artificial Intelligence at San Diego State University. He shares insights from driving innovation at PayPal and discusses AI-enabled opportunities for non-technical users and potential entrepreneurs, drawing parallels with earlier transformation generated by GPS access. Mike explains the need for participation, exploration, innovation, and updated education to foster creativity, adapt, and thrive in AI-integrated workplaces. He elevates humans' ingenuity and discerning of quality which complement advanced technical capabilities.     TAKEAWAYS   [01:55] Mike's interest in finance starts with selling baseball cards as a child.   [03:03] Mike joins General Electric after a college professor talks so much about Jack Welch.   [04:06] Mike doesn't get his first choice. He is sent to work on aircraft engines.   [04:20] The rotation program helps Mike find out all the jobs he doesn't want to do!   [04:57] The lasting impression a new employer can make being nimble and scrappy.   [06:22] Cool tech lures Mike who starts his own venture, then joins PayPal.   [07:29] Working on innovation products being launched at PayPal.   [08:33] Mike has a game-changing meeting with a group of patent lawyers.     [09:35] Brainstorming innovative products across PayPal teams, Mike develops a new skill.   [10:21] Innovation is stimulated by asking good questions and building on each other's ideas.   [11:08] Generating new ideas by imagining what if resources weren't an issue.   [11:57] An innovation use case taking a completely different perspective.   [13:40] Mike is captivated by the potential of AI particularly because he cannot code.   [14:39] Mike recognizes the magical possibilities of AI and becomes obsessed!   [16:28] Using the GPS example to try and project what AI might generate in future.   [18:49] Mike shares his mother's ER experience to illustrate how we might integrate AI support.   [22:06] The early predictions that AI would automate away radiologists were totally wrong!   [24:01] The history of illusion and the perception gap humans have.   [24:57] We find significant personal improvement hard to imagine (as necessary or possible!).   [25:52] We may not know, but we need to explore, the possibilities of AI tools.   [27:56] The AI apps Mike uses daily.   [29:22] Exploring new application versions and having AI running your life!   [30:32] How AI can augment your daily personal, professional, and family habits.   [32:56] Practical advice for how leaders can stimulate essential AI exploration.   [34:22] The challenge of (too much) choice—never mind, just get involved!   [35:36] Mike plans his daughter's birthday party using ChatGPT.   [37:37] Where and how AI is beneficially used in work processes.   [38:18] What AI is good at, better at, and not so much!   [39:58] What happens if AI does interns' work?   [40:30] Mike's hopes for the possible fundamental impact of AI.   [43:56] How should schools be integrating AI?   [45:43] What some teachers are doing with AI in class.   [47:19] Ideas to change college curriculums to incorporate AI.   [48:47] The rising value of ‘taste'—‘what is ‘good?' matters since AI offers average results.   [51:50] The Steph Curry effect–we care about what humans do (and how to make viral videos).   [54:13] IMMEDIATE ACTION TIP: Get in front of the AI change as much as you can in your workplaces with your teams. Set up a channel to share, post and cold call on team members to spur ideas and activity.     RESOURCES   Michael (Mike) Todasco on LinkedIn Mike's AIdeas podcast     QUOTES   "Even just asking the right type of question is a way to just really force people to take a step back."   “By definition, AI is almost always going to be average right now. Ultimately, taste will matter more in the future, to know ‘what is good'?”   “We are becoming directors of this new future where being able to recognize quality, being able to understand what makes something good, what makes something bad, are going to matter much more than being able to put words on a blank white page.”   “People need to know how to use AI and embrace it and understand it. You could teach both the fundamentals without it and then teach them how to do even more with it.”

Fixing Dysfunctional Behaviors in Organizations   In this episode, our guest Steve Kerr shares insights from his book on reward systems. He explains how flawed reward systems can lead to irrational behaviors in employees similar to B.F. Skinner's 'blaming the rat' theory. Kerr discusses the importance of effective measurement and reward systems in organizations and provides practical steps to realign them for better outcomes. He uses analogies from the healthcare system and historical military examples to highlight the pervasive issues and solutions for leadership in various contexts. This discussion is crucial for anyone involved in organizational transformation and leadership.   00:00 Introduction to Reward Systems 00:52 Meet Steve Kerr: Leadership and Legacy 01:28 The Folly of Rewarding A While Hoping for B 01:49 Three-Step Process to Realign Reward Systems 02:38 Measurement and Performance: Key Insights 04:31 Healthcare System Example: Misaligned Rewards 08:08 Stretch Goals and Innovation Challenges 12:33 Military Analogy: World War II vs. Vietnam 14:28 Organizational Dynamics and Leadership Challenges 16:04 Effective Performance Reviews 20:22 Creating a Candid Culture 22:07 Conclusion and Next Episode   On the Folly of Rewarding A,While Hoping for B   Aidan McCullen, Steve Kerr, reward systems, employee behavior, BF Skinner, dysfunctional behaviors, fixing reward systems, CEO memo, leadership development, GE, Goldman Sachs, ultimate rewards, boundaryless organization, performance measurement, innovative culture, healthcare system, preventive care, stretch goals, Jack Welch, candid culture

In this enlightening episode of the Sales Lead Dog podcast, we dive into the dynamic world of energy solutions with Karen Pugliese from C&D Technologies. Karen shares her remarkable journey in maintaining market leadership in the ever-evolving energy sector. With a focus on battery technology and strategic verticals like energy infrastructure, nuclear, and telecom, Karen discusses the burgeoning demand for energy storage fueled by the rise of data centers and AI. Her insights into the future of uninterrupted power availability offer a compelling look at the challenges and opportunities in the energy landscape. Listeners will also gain valuable wisdom from Karen's reflections on mentorship, the art and science of sales, and the power of a robust professional network.    The conversation transitions to the theme of continuous learning and the importance of transferable skills in leadership. Drawing from her decade-long career at GE during the Jack Welch era, Karen emphasizes the benefits of transitioning between roles and industries. This segment highlights how learning agility and diverse experiences can drive innovation and prevent insular thinking. The discussion also touches on the importance of welcoming fresh perspectives to unlock creative solutions, using examples like Ford's bold hiring decisions. Karen's journey underscores the critical role of curiosity and a willingness to question the status quo in achieving success across various fields.    In the latter part of the episode, Karen provides expert insights into leveraging CRM systems for sales success. She discusses the intricacies of dashboard customization, emphasizing the necessity of simplicity and the importance of inputting detailed information to enhance strategic decision-making. By sharing her experiences as a woman navigating leadership challenges, Karen offers a unique perspective on the power of authenticity and seeking support. This episode is a treasure trove of actionable insights for anyone looking to excel in sales leadership and energy solutions, making it a must-listen for professionals in the field.  Karen Pugliese is C&D Technologies, Global VP of Sales, Stationary. In her current role, she runs the sales and pre-sales functions while developing initiatives to increase market share and profitability. Karen has over 20 years of experience in the technology manufacturing business with previous leadership roles at General Electric and Stanley Black and Decker.    Quotes: "Sales is a little bit of art, a little bit of science, but it is truly a profession."   "In the ever-evolving world of energy solutions, maintaining market leadership means focusing on specific verticals like energy infrastructure, nuclear, and telecom."   "The rise of data centers and AI is driving an incredible demand for energy storage, highlighting the importance of uninterrupted power availability."   "Transferable skills are crucial; they allow you to see things from different perspectives and understand the business beyond just the product or solution."     Links:  Karen's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kpugliese/ C&D Technologies - https://www.cdtechno.com Get this episode and all other episodes of Sales Lead Dog at https://empellorcrm.com/salesleaddog 

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“Good business leaders create a vision, articulate the vision, passionately own the vision, and relentlessly drive it to completion.” – Jack Welch. Business growth doesn't happen by accident.  I love this quote because it dials into the components that help an organization grow and scale using clear and passionate leadership with a measure of accountability.    YouTube: https://youtu.be/IRoOq2p3aDE   About Gui Costin: Gui is the Founder and CEO of Dakota, a powerhouse in the investment services industry. Since its inception in 2006, Dakota has helped clients raise over $40 billion. At the heart of Gui's leadership is a singular, profound mission: to mentor and foster career growth. He is a leader in sales and marketing, and his passion lies in educating investment firms on the processes and procedures they can implement to scale their business.   How to Get In Touch with Gui: Website:  http://www.dakota.com/ Email:  gui@dakota.com    Stalk me online! LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/conniewhitman   Subscribe to the Enlightenment of Change podcast on your favorite podcast streaming service or YouTube.  New episodes are posted every week. Listen to Connie dive into new sales and business topics or problems you may have.  

Jeannette talks to the marvellous Suzy Welch, a renowned professor of management at NYU School of Business and a celebrated author, to delve into the complexities of personal and professional reinvention. Suzy shares her unique journey from a creative upbringing in a family of artists to her successful career in business journalism and consulting, highlighting the pivotal moments that shaped her path. She also candidly discusses the challenges of resilience, particularly in the face of loss, and emphasises the importance of forgiveness as a crucial step towards recovery KEY TAKEAWAYS Life often involves unexpected twists and turns, and what may seem like survival in the moment can later be recognised as a process of reinvention and growth. Resilience is not about having grit when you're down; it's about forgiveness—both of yourself and others. True resilience comes from a place of strength, and it requires inner work to move past feelings of weakness and shame. Open and honest communication is crucial in both personal and professional relationships. Speaking the truth, even when it's difficult, fosters respect and can lead to stronger connections. Identifying your values, aptitudes, and interests is essential for discovering your purpose. The intersection of these elements can guide you toward a fulfilling life and help you make decisions that align with your true self. BEST MOMENTS "I think there's no straight lines in most people's lives. I grew up in a family... business was just not part of our life at all." "Resilience is something we have when we're strong. We're at the top of our game... but when you're on your back, all you feel is weak."  "It's an act of respect and love to tell the truth. Everyone always prefers the hard truth to a soft lie." "I had to learn that when you're really suffering and really weak, the only way you can get resilience in yourself is to start with a step that I think is just always left out, which is forgiveness."   This is the perfect time to get focused on what YOU want to really achieve in your business, career, and life. It's never too late to be BRAVE and BOLD and unlock your inner BRILLIANT. Visit our new website https://brave-bold-brilliant.com/ - there you'll find a library of FREE resources and downloadable guides and e-books to help you along your journey. If you'd like to jump on a free mentoring session just DM Jeannette at info@brave-bold-brilliant.com. VALUABLE RESOURCES Brave Bold Brilliant - https://brave-bold-brilliant.com/ Brave, Bold, Brilliant podcast series - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/brave-bold-brilliant-podcast/id1524278970    ABOUT THE GUEST Suzy Welch, an expert on careers and the future of work, is a three-time New York Times best-selling author, popular social media influencer, and a Professor of Management Practice at NYU's Stern School of Business, where she is also the Director of the NYU | Stern Initiative on Purpose and Flourishing. She serves as a Senior Advisor to the CEO advisory firm, the Brunswick Group, and is corporate director, as well as a regular contributor on The Today Show. Her op-eds about GenZ and the real culture of work today appear regularly in the Wall Street Journal. Her acclaimed class, “Becoming You: Crafting the Authentic Life You Want and Need” is the source of her podcast by the same name, and an upcoming book to be published by HarperCollins. Professor Welch serves on the board of the publicly traded homeservices giant, ANGI, and the Humane Society of the United States. She has a large family and lots of dogs and lives in New York. ABOUT THE HOST Jeannette Linfoot is a highly regarded senior executive, property investor, board advisor, and business mentor with over 30 years of global professional business experience across the travel, leisure, hospitality, and property sectors. Having bought, ran, and sold businesses all over the world, Jeannette now has a portfolio of her own businesses and also advises and mentors other business leaders to drive forward their strategies as well as their own personal development. Jeannette is a down-to-earth leader, a passionate champion for diversity & inclusion, and a huge advocate of nurturing talent so every person can unleash their full potential and live their dreams. CONTACT THE HOST Jeannette's linktree - https://linktr.ee/JLinfoot https://www.jeannettelinfootassociates.com/ YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@braveboldbrilliant LinkedIn - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/jeannettelinfoot Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jeannette.linfoot/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jeannette.linfoot/ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeannette.linfoot Podcast Description Jeannette Linfoot talks to incredible people about their experiences of being Brave, Bold & Brilliant, which have allowed them to unleash their full potential in business, their careers, and life in general. 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It's a BIG week. There is a presidential election going on, we have the Grand Opening for IMPACT-X Performance in Huntington Beach, CA, and it's Parents Weekend at Davidson College this weekend as my son Luke has only 2 football games left in his college career. A lot of CHANGE. On all levels. It seems like everyone talks about change but rarely do people embrace change. In today's episode, I talk about the power of change, its inevitability, the growth it can foster, and how our mindset influences our journey. Through a collection of 62 impactful quotes, we reflect on how to embrace change and transformation in our lives.   Here are my top 62-Quotes on CHANGE that you will want to earmark for future use and reference. These will guide you through the beauty and process of change, growth, & transformation. Enjoy today's IMPACT SHOW!!!   My Top 62-Quotes on CHANGE:  1.  "Change your thinking, change your life." — Ernest Holmes 2.  "Change before you have to." — Jack Welch 3.  "Change is inevitable. Growth is optional." — John C. Maxwell 4.  "Our dilemma is that we hate change and love it at the same time; what we really want is for things to remain the same but get better." — Sydney J. Harris 5.  "If you do not change direction, you might end up where you are heading." — Lao Tzu 6.  "If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude." — Maya Angelou 7.  "Dreams are the seeds of change. Nothing ever grows without a seed, and nothing ever changes without a dream." — Debby Boone 8.  "The greatest discovery of all time is that a person can change his future by merely changing his attitude." — Oprah Winfrey 9.  "Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced." — James Baldwin 10. "You be the change that you wish to see in the world." — Mahatma Gandhi 11. "All great changes are preceded by chaos." — Deepak Chopra 12. "I cannot say whether things will get better if we change; what I can say is they must change if they are to get better." — Georg C. Lichtenberg 13. "Don't be afraid to give up the good to go for the great." — John D. Rockefeller 14. "The secret of change is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new." — Socrates 15. "It doesn't matter how strong your opinions are. If you don't use your power for positive change, you are indeed part of the problem." — Coretta Scott King 16. "Yesterday, I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself." — Jalaluddin Rumi 17. "By changing nothing, nothing changes." — Tony Robbins 18. "Your life does not get better by chance; it gets better by change." — Jim Rohn 19. "Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything." — George Bernard Shaw 20. "There is nothing permanent except change." — Heraclitus 21. "Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing himself." — Leo Tolstoy 22. "Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world." — Harriet Tubman 23. "Life is progress, and not a station." — Ralph Waldo Emerson 24. "Failure is not fatal, but failure to change might be." — John Wooden 25 "Change is the law of life, and those who look only to the past and present are certain to miss the future." — John F. Kennedy 26. "The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do." — Steve Jobs 27. "Moving doesn't change who you are. It only changes the view outside your window." — Rachel Hollis 28. "I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples." — Mother Teresa 29. "Change, like healing, takes time." — Veronica Roth 30. "It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change." — Charles Darwin 31. "When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves." — Viktor Frankl 32. Times and conditions change so rapidly that we must keep our aim constantly focused on the future — Walt Disney 33. "Change is painful, but nothing is as painful as staying stuck somewhere you don't belong." — Mandy Hale 34. "Life is either a daring adventure or nothing. To keep our faces toward change and behave like free spirits in the presence of fate is strength undefeatable." — Helen Keller 35. "Without change, something sleeps inside us and seldom awakens. The sleeper must awaken." — Frank Herbert 36. "When in doubt, choose change." — Lily Leung 37. "Any change, even a change for the better, is always accompanied by drawbacks and discomforts." — Arnold Bennett 38. "Growth and comfort do not coexist." — Ginni Rometty 39. "Just take any step, whether small or large. And then another and repeat day after day. It may take months, maybe years, but the path to success will become clear" — Aaron Ross 40. "Change your life today. Don't gamble on the future; act now, without delay." — Simone de Beauvoir 41. "If you know what you want to achieve in life, then you are more inspired to change for the better." — Philip Vang 42. "There is a certain relief in change, even though it be from bad to worse! As I have found in traveling in a stagecoach, it is often a comfort to shift one's position and be bruised in a new place." — Washington Irving 43. "It's not about standing still and becoming safe. If anybody wants to keep creating they have to be about change" — Miles Davis 44. "You never change things by fighting the existing reality. To change something, build a new model that makes the existing model obsolete." Buckminster Fuller 45. "The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails." — William Arthur Ward 46. "In order to design a future of positive change, we must first become experts at changing our minds." — Jacque Fresco 47. "Change is hardest at the beginning, messiest in the middle, and best at the end." — Robin Sharma 48. "Life will only change when you become more committed to your dreams than you are to your comfort zone." — Billy Cox 49. "Embrace uncertainty. Some of the most beautiful chapters in our lives won't have a title until much later.” — Bob Goff 50. "In any given moment, we have two options: to step forward into growth or step back into safety." — Abraham Maslow 51. "A tiny change today brings a dramatically different tomorrow."– Richard Bach 52. "Become a student of change. It is the only thing that will remain constant." — Anthony D'Angelo 53. "If we don't change, we don't grow. If we don't grow, we aren't really living." — Gail Sheehy 54. "You build on failure. You use it as a stepping stone. Close the door on the past. You don't try to forget the mistakes, but you don't dwell on it. You don't let it have any of your energy, or any of your time, or any of your space." — Johnny Cash 55. "When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too." — Paulo Coelho 56. "Do not waste time on things you cannot change or influence." — Robert Greene 57. "We cannot change what we are not aware of, and once we are aware, we cannot help but change." — Sheryl Sandberg 58. "Change your thoughts, and you change your world." – Norman Vincent Peale 59. "The most beautiful and profound way to change yourself is to accept yourself completely, as imperfect as you are." — Maxime Lagacé 60.  "Open your arms to change, but don't let go of your values." — Dalai Lama 61. "The main dangers in this life are the people who want to change everything or nothing." — Nancy Astor 62. "Some changes look negative on the surface but you will soon realize that space is being created in your life for something new to emerge." — Eckhart Tolle   Other Key Takeaways from today's IMPACT SHOW podcast: 10 Forms of Wealth: Reflect on your personal and professional life to identify areas needing change. Rate yourself and set specific goals. “3-in-30”: Focus on actionable steps within each Form of Wealth. What can you achieve this month to move closer to your aspirations? Embrace Uncertainty: Recognize that not all changes will feel comfortable, but they often lead to growth. Don't shy away from the unknown. Man! What an episode, these quotes are fireeee!! Change is not just about adapting to new circumstances; it's about actively choosing to evolve, grow and TRANSFORM. As we head into the final months of the year, consider what changes you want to embrace in your life. Remember, it's about progress, not perfection. In conclusion, think about your dreams, your health, your mindset, your family & relationships, and your legacy. And see how you want to shift, change, growth, and transform your trajectory in those areas of your life. And then take ACTION on it!   Thank you for joining me on today's IMPACT SHOW podcast. Please share today's episode and give it some love. It helps us CHANGE MORE lives and help make this world a better place to live. Thank you! Tag us at: IG & X: @ToddDurkin    #IMPACTShow #Podcast #ToddDurkin #ChangeOrDie    P.S. #1. GRAND OPENING of IMPACT-X Performance in Huntington Beach, CA on Nov 7th, 2024  Join Us this Thursday (Nov 7th) for the Grand Opening of Impact-X Performance in Huntington Beach! 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Stan Deetz 2   Navigating Organizational Change: Insights on Leadership, Culture, and AI with Stan Deetz   In this comprehensive episode, join renowned expert Stan Deetz as we explore the complexities of organizational change. Delve into the challenges leaders face when reshaping deeply ingrained cultural assumptions and managing innovation. Discover the impact of language in fostering change, the role of visionary leadership, and the importance of addressing environmental factors before they become crises. Learn about the significant influence of AI on organizational structures and the critical need for maintaining tacit knowledge and genuine communication in a digital age. Gain valuable perspectives on the intersection of leadership, culture, and technology in transforming modern organizations.   00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back 00:09 The Ugly Truth About Transitions 00:51 Challenging Cultural Assumptions 02:24 The Metaphor of Left-Handedness 05:28 The Struggle of Change Agents 11:35 The Role of Founders in Shaping Culture 15:40 Generational Clashes in Organizations 23:22 The Importance of Praising Mistakes 26:42 Timing and Crisis in Organizational Change 29:49 The Need for Vision in Transformation 30:41 The Power of Vision in Leadership 34:12 The Role of Language in Organizational Change 35:15 Challenges in Communicating New Ideas 47:17 Tacit Knowledge and Organizational Wisdom 51:37 AI and the Future of Management 53:42 Concluding Thoughts and Future Discussions   Find Stan here:    Innovation, Change Management, Organizational Culture, Leadership, Communication, Transition, Transformation, Vision, Language, Learning, Tacit Knowing, AI, Diversity, Neurodiversity, Organizational Change, Culture Change, Innovation Culture, Digital Transformation, Future of Work, Change Leadership, Aidan McCullen, Stan Deetz, Aristotle, George Bernard Shaw, Jack Welch, Braverman, Chomsky, Giddens, Weber

In this episode, Scott Becker explores how Lucid Motors, the third-largest EV maker, could apply lessons from legendary CEO Jack Welch's strategy at General Electric. Becker discusses the importance of being number one or two in the market, challenges Lucid faces as it lags behind Tesla and Rivian, and the impact of recent stock drops […]

O convidado do programa Pânico dessa quinta-feira (17) é Sandro Magaldi. Sandro Magaldi é professor e palestrante. Lecionou em instituições como ESPM, Fundação Dom Cabral e PUC-RS, além de ter apresentado centenas de palestras para grandes organizações, impactando centenas de milhares de pessoas. Atualmente, é conselheiro do projeto social Gerando Falcões e autor de diversos artigos publicados em revistas de negócios. Pós-graduado pela ESPM, possui mestrado em Administração pela PUC-SP. Magaldi é coautor do best-seller “Gestão do Amanhã”, que está em sua 15ª edição, e responsável por outras nove obras, incluindo "Estratégia Adaptativa", "O Novo Código da Cultura" e "Liderança Disruptiva". No total, seus livros já superaram a marca de 900 mil unidades vendidas. Sua mais recente obra é "A Estratégia do Motor 2 de Crescimento". Sandro Magaldi também é cofundador do meuSucesso.com, uma das principais plataformas de empreendedorismo do Brasil. Com mais de 30 anos de experiência em liderança e vendas, Sandro ocupou cargos executivos de destaque, como Diretor Comercial da HSM. Em sua trajetória, trabalhou diretamente com alguns dos maiores pensadores globais de gestão, como Philip Kotler, Michael Porter e Jack Welch. Como comentarista, o programa traz Junior Masters (Redpill), produtor de conteúdo e host do Redcast.

Looking for a podcast episode that will challenge your perspective on value creation? Join me, your host Ken Joslin, as I sit down with Lee Benson, CEO of Dinner Table Family, for an eye-opening conversation on holistic value creation. Lee shares his life motto and reveals how true value creation extends beyond material wealth to encompass emotional and spiritual dimensions. Discover the importance of connectedness in both personal and professional settings, and learn how businesses can transform into value creation machines through strategic collaboration and leadership. With insights from Lee's own experiences, including founding and selling multiple companies, you won't want to miss this thought-provoking episode on creating value in all aspects of life.Are you a CEO looking for innovative strategies to enhance value creation? In this episode, I chat with Lee Benson, CEO of Dinner Table Family, about his unique approach to running mastermind groups. Lee explains why it's crucial to prioritize holistic value creation over traditional management systems, like EOS and OKRs. Discover the "Mind Methodology," a framework that identifies the Most Important Number and Drivers for a business, fostering a culture that increases value across all dimensions. Hear stories from Lee's own entrepreneurial journey, including the pitfalls of solely focusing on material gains, and learn how a balanced approach to value creation can lead to long-lasting fulfillment.Join me and my guest Lee Benson, CEO of Dinner Table Family, as we explore the role of leadership resilience in value creation. In this inspiring episode, we discuss the importance of positive energy and resilience in times of adversity. Discover how leaders can turn struggles into growth opportunities and energize their teams to create value amidst market changes. Drawing on insights from the late Jack Welch's philosophy, we uncover the key qualities that make a great leader and how to overcome negative patterns that may be holding you back. Don't miss this episode filled with valuable advice on leadership and creating value in all aspects of life.Welcome to the ATLG podcast I am your host Ken Joslin, former pastor turned coach & host of CREATE, the #1 Faith-based Entrepreneur conference in America. My mission is to help faith-based entrepreneurs become the best version of themselves by growing in our Core 5: Faith, Health, Relationships, Business & Finances. You can get more information as well as join our FREE Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/676347099851525 If you enjoyed this episode, please share it on social media and tag Ken Joslin.

Send us a textFrank Blake, former chairman and CEO of Home Depot, is one of the most humble and generous people you'll ever meet. What a privilege to speak with him and have him share his life lessons with all of us.Frank led Home Depot out of a downturn into seven years of growth with his people-first approach. Frank shares interesting experiences at Home Depot, General Electric and in government, and his ongoing passion for gratitude and generosity, as showcased in his podcast, Crazy Good Turns.Frank also shares lessons he learned from iconic leaders like George H.W. Bush, Ronald Reagan, and Jack Welch. Learn how a simple habit of writing personal notes, inspired by President Bush, can significantly elevate team morale, and how Reagan's clear communication style can be a game-changer in any organization. Frank also shared Jack Welch's surprising yet impactful notion that generosity is a leader's most crucial attribute, all through engaging anecdotes that highlight the importance of recognizing and investing in the success of others.Frank shares the transformative power of gratitude and generosity through compelling stories. Tune in for an uplifting conversation that encapsulates Frank's "Crazy Good Turns" philosophy, emphasizing the impact of kindness and mutual support in both personal and professional spheres.Learn more at CrazyGoodTurns.com Order Stephanie's new book Imagine More: Do What You Love, Discover Your Potential Learn more at StephanieNelson.comFollow us on Instagram @stephanie_nelson_cmFollow us on Facebook at CouponMom

What's it like to lead at the top of some of the world's most iconic brands? Jeff Kindler, former CEO of Pfizer, has been there, done that. From handling high-pressure situations at GE under the legendary Jack Welch to leading massive change at Pfizer, Jeff has seen all the intense scrutiny and stress and was in the room when decisions were made that shaped entire industries. In this episode, he shares what he learned from handling public pressure, how he managed the clash of corporate cultures, and why being a CEO isn't for the faint of heart. He shares major challenges he faced during his tenure at Pfizer, such as expiring patents, product recalls, R&D setbacks, and regulatory scrutiny. Jeff reflects on his leadership journey at Pfizer on the pressures of being a CEO, including mistakes made, stress management, and the impact on personal life and relationships. He also discusses the need for resilience and balancing professional and personal life. We look into why leaders might be getting a little “too soft” in today's corporate world, what it's really like when everyone is gunning for your job, and how to keep your head up when the stakes are sky-high.   ________________ Start your day with the world's top leaders by joining thousands of others at Great Leadership on Substack. Just enter your email: ⁠⁠https://greatleadership.substack.com/

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Chapter 1:Summary of Winning"Winning" by Jack Welch is a highly regarded book in the business world, offering readers a deep dive into strategies that can help anyone advance their career and improve their organization. Jack Welch, former CEO of General Electric (GE), shares insights from his successful business career, emphasizing practical advice and real-world examples.The book is structured around four main sections:1. Underneath It All: This section deals with foundational principles such as mission and values, candor (which Welch stresses as vital for effective communication), differentiation (a strategy of rewarding top performers while letting weaker ones go), and voice and dignity for every employee.2. Your Company: Here Welch discusses leadership, hiring, people management, and parting ways with employees. He underlines the importance of creating a vibrant corporate culture where leaders energize their teams, people are aligned with the company's goals, and bureaucracy is minimized.3. Your Competition: Welch focuses on strategy and competition. He discusses ways to understand the competitive landscape, perform effectively, and grow the business amidst challenges. The motto "Control your destiny, or someone else will" highlights the proactive attitude Welch advocates.4. Your Career: This part provides advice on how to manage one's career. Welch advises on the significance of finding the right job, getting promotions, and maintaining work-life balance. He emphasizes on continuous learning and adapting to new challenges as critical steps for career growth.Throughout the book, Welch's tone is conversational, straightforward, and often blunt, reflecting his management style. He includes various questions and answers in each section, reflecting his responses to common concerns he has encountered over the years."Winning" is not only a synopsis of Jack Welch's management philosophy but also a guidebook for how to succeed in business. The lessons in the book are useful for managers and leaders in any sector, seeking to inspire and lead their teams more effectively.Chapter 2:The Theme of Winning"Winning" by Jack Welch is not a narrative or piece of fiction, but rather a straightforward, practical guide based on the experiences and lessons learned from Welch's highly successful career as the CEO of General Electric (GE). Though it doesn't feature a traditional story with characters and plot development, the book is rich in business strategies, personal anecdotes, and advice, making it a valuable resource for understanding leadership, management, and success in the corporate world. Here are the key aspects based on thematic ideas, advice, and principles discussed by Jack Welch in the book: Key Thematic Ideas1. Leadership: Welch emphasizes the qualities of effective leadership, which include candor, the ability to simplify complex concepts, and the necessity of making tough decisions confidently and swiftly.2. Corporate Culture: The book underscores the importance of building a company culture that values honesty, directness, and performance while simultaneously fostering a sense of inclusion and respect among employees.3. Change Management: Welch discusses the inevitability of change in the business environment and offers strategies for managing and embracing change to leverage competitive advantage.4. Strategy Development: Welch outlines how to form winning strategies by thoroughly analyzing the competitive environment, understanding one's own capabilities deeply, and making decisions based on what's best for the business, not just following trends.5. Human Resources: A significant portion of the book is dedicated to finding, nurturing, and retaining the right talent, as Welch believes that an organization is only as good as its people. Advisory Plot Points...

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the “80-20 economy,” where a small percentage of companies dominate market share and profitability, leaving others to fight for the remainder. He also discusses the impact of this economic divide on various sectors, including the podcasting industry.

In this captivating episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles engages with Dr. David S. Yeager, a leading professor of psychology at the University of Texas at Austin, to uncover the science behind inspiring and motivating young minds. Dr. Yeager, who has worked with renowned experts such as Carol Dweck and Angela Duckworth, offers transformative insights into how adults can help young people thrive during their most critical developmental years.Through his groundbreaking research, Dr. Yeager explores in his new book the unique developmental stage from ages 10 to 25, when the brain is especially sensitive to social status and respect. He introduces the concept of the "mentor mindset," showing how adults can effectively guide young people by understanding their social and emotional needs. Dr. Yeager's insights go beyond theory—his practical advice empowers parents, educators, and mentors to create environments where young people can flourish.In this episode, you'll discover the keys to unlocking the potential of adolescents and young adults, gaining valuable tools to foster growth, resilience, and well-being in the next generation.Full show notes and resources: https://passionstruck.com/david-s-yeager-science-of-inspiring-young-minds/SponsorsBabbel: Unlock the power of learning a new language with Babbel's innovative system. Passion Struck listeners can get 60% off their subscription at Babbel.com/PASSION.Hims: Regrow your hair before it's too late! Start your free online visit today at Hims.com/PASSIONSTRUCK.Quince: Experience luxury for less with Quince's premium products at radically low prices. Enjoy free shipping and 365-day returns at Quince.com/PASSION.For more information about our sponsors and promo codes, visit: passionstruck.com/dealsIn this episode, you will learn:The science behind motivating young peopleHow to adopt the mentor mindset to effectively guide adolescentsWhy social status and respect are crucial in adolescent developmentThe transformative power of fostering a growth mindsetTechniques for avoiding miscommunication with young peopleThe role of environment in shaping beliefs and behaviorsStrategies for addressing the rise in adolescent mental health challengesActionable tips to unlock the potential of young individualsConnect with David Yeager: LinkedIn ProfileOrder Passion StruckUnlock the principles that will transform your life! Order my book, Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life. Recognized as a 2024 must-read by the Next Big Idea Club, this book has earned accolades such as the Business Minds Best Book Award, the Eric Hoffer Award, and the Non-Fiction Book Awards Gold Medal. Order your copy today and ignite your journey toward intentional living!Catch More Passion StruckCan't miss my episode with Angela Duckworth on the Keys to Achieving Long-Term SuccessListen to my interview with Angela Foster on Biosyncing for Peak Health and HappinessWatch my episode with Tricia Manning on How to Lead With Heart and Leave a LegacyCatch my interview with Katy Milkman on Creating Lasting Behavior Change for GoodIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review! Even one sentence helps. Be sure to include your Twitter or Instagram handle so we can personally thank you!

In this episode of the Win Make Give podcast, hosts Ben Kinney, Chad Hymes, and Bob Stewart dive into the life and leadership principles of Jack Welch, the iconic former CEO of General Electric. As the trio explores Welch's journey from a junior chemical engineer to becoming one of America's most revered business leaders, they highlight crucial lessons and strategies that defined his tenure at GE. Welch's reputation for tough decision-making, innovative mindset, and dynamic leadership provides a wealth of insights for anyone looking to excel in management and business.   Throughout the episode, the hosts focus on Welch's core leadership tenets, including the importance of simplifying processes, facing reality, and cultivating leaders. Welch's strategies, such as the controversial "rank and yank" approach and his boundaryless organization philosophy, are examined in depth. By dissecting these principles, the hosts offer actionable advice and thought-provoking discussions for aspiring leaders and entrepreneurs eager to replicate Welch's successes. Key themes like innovation, accountability, and the necessity for a fun work environment are also explored, emphasizing how these elements contribute to a thriving, efficient organization. ---------- Connect with the hosts:     •    Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/     •    Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob     •    Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/     •    Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/ More ways to connect:      •    Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive     •     Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up     •     Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/   Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network

Are you building a championship team or a recipe for failure? Jack Welch, the legendary business executive and former CEO of General Electric (GE), understood the critical importance of people and values in building successful organizations. He believed that the key to a thriving company lies in having the right people who not only possess the necessary skills and competencies but also align with the core values of the organization. For Jack, there is no middle ground when it comes to values. In fact, he emphasized that competency in commitments and living the core values are the two essential factors in evaluating the suitability of individuals in a team.  He also believed that the right people contribute to making the CEO's life easier and help foster a positive and thriving organizational culture. On the other hand, individuals who do not align with the values become a hindrance, causing damage to the organization's ability to grow and succeed. In this episode, I delve into a range of topics that shed light on the remarkable success achieved by Jack Welch. I will also talk about the key factors that contribute to the overall success and cohesion of an organization, and why hiring for value alignment is crucial to the success of a company. Topics include: The success Jack Welch achieved during his tenure at General Electric (GE) The importance of understanding the underlying principles of success The most crucial things for the success and cohesion of the organization Core values and how they help build a successful organization Why it matters to hire for value alignment And other topics… Resource mentioned: Lessons on Winning and Profitability from Jack Welch: https://neilpatel.com/blog/winning-and-profitability/  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://therealdarius.com/youtube Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 This episode is sponsored by Porkbun. Go to https://porkbun.com/GreatnessMachine24 and get your .PRO domain for only $1 for the first year at Porkbun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom McGrath was the editor-in-chief of Philadelphia magazine, as well as chief content officer of Metro Corp., the parent company of Philadelphia and Boston between 2010 and 2020. Under his leadership, the magazines won more than fifty awards for editorial excellence. In 2022, he was named Writer of the Year at the National City and Regional Magazine Awards. He's written two previous books: “MTV: The Making of a Revolutio,”  and, with John Basedow, “Fitness Made Simple.” He has a Substack, called Common Good. His new book is “Triumph of the Yuppies: America, the Eighties, and the Creation of an Unequal Nation.”Greg Olear talks to Tom about his new book, the Yuppie movement and what it portended to the country, Ronald Reagan and Jack Welch, and nostalgia. In the second half, they talk about how the media is broken, how it might be fixed, and how Gen Z could be just the folks to do so. Plus: media songs!Prevail is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/gregFollow Tom:https://x.com/tmcgrathphillyBuy his book:https://www.amazon.com/Triumph-Yuppies-America-Eighties-Creation/dp/1538725991Check out his Substack:https://tmcgrath.substack.com/Subscribe to The Five 8:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0BRnRwe7yDZXIaF-QZfvhACheck out ROUGH BEAST, Greg's new book:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D47CMX17ROUGH BEAST is now available as an audiobook:https://www.audible.com/pd/Rough-Beast-Audiobook/B0D8K41S3T Subscribe to The Five 8:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0BRnRwe7yDZXIaF-QZfvhACheck out ROUGH BEAST, Greg's new book:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D47CMX17ROUGH BEAST is now available as an audiobook:https://www.audible.com/pd/Rough-Beast-Audiobook/B0D8K41S3T Would you like to tell us more about you? http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=short

General Electric is breaking up! The megacorporation is splintering off into three separate companies. We’ll get into what that means for one of America’s biggest industrial conglomerates. Also, guest host Amy Scott joins us to discuss the dangers of humanitarian work in times of war. And dynamic pricing is coming for checked luggage. We’ll get smart (and angry!) about airline baggage fees. Here's everything we talked about today: “José Andrés: Let People Eat” from The New York Times “Israel-Hamas war: Aid group halts delivery in Gaza after Israeli strike” from The Associated Press “How José Andrés and World Central Kitchen Became Leaders in Disaster Aid” from The New York Times “We Feed People” documentary from National Geographic  “With GE’s split, the last chapter of the Jack Welch era is over” from Axios “JetBlue's new checked bag fees now depend on the day” from CNN “Why do airlines charge so much for checked bags? This obscure rule helps explain why” from The Conversation “For families that need the most help, child care costs are about to drop” from The 19th “Column: Disneyland is ditching gas cars at Autopia. It’s a great first step for Tomorrowland” from the Los Angeles Times We love to hear from you. Send your questions and comments to makemesmart@marketplace.org or leave us a voicemail at 508-U-B-SMART.

General Electric is breaking up! The megacorporation is splintering off into three separate companies. We’ll get into what that means for one of America’s biggest industrial conglomerates. Also, guest host Amy Scott joins us to discuss the dangers of humanitarian work in times of war. And dynamic pricing is coming for checked luggage. We’ll get smart (and angry!) about airline baggage fees. Here's everything we talked about today: “José Andrés: Let People Eat” from The New York Times “Israel-Hamas war: Aid group halts delivery in Gaza after Israeli strike” from The Associated Press “How José Andrés and World Central Kitchen Became Leaders in Disaster Aid” from The New York Times “We Feed People” documentary from National Geographic  “With GE’s split, the last chapter of the Jack Welch era is over” from Axios “JetBlue's new checked bag fees now depend on the day” from CNN “Why do airlines charge so much for checked bags? This obscure rule helps explain why” from The Conversation “For families that need the most help, child care costs are about to drop” from The 19th “Column: Disneyland is ditching gas cars at Autopia. It’s a great first step for Tomorrowland” from the Los Angeles Times We love to hear from you. Send your questions and comments to makemesmart@marketplace.org or leave us a voicemail at 508-U-B-SMART.