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Stuart McWhorter shares his entrepreneurial journey from selling Jolly Ranchers out of his high school locker to becoming Tennessee's Commissioner of Economic Development. He reflects on his early interest in healthcare administration, his time at Clayton Associates alongside his father, navigating venture capital and stepping into leadership roles, and his transition to spearheading Nashville Entrepreneur Center. McWhorter shares his view on the entrepreneurial spirit in Tennessee, the importance of fostering business growth, and how his experiences shape his approach to business development. He also touches on his own family legacy, expressing hopes of working with his own children in the future.

Jorge Titinger is a seasoned executive and board member with over 35 years of experience in the high-tech industry, focusing on strategy, corporate transformations, and leadership development. As the founder and CEO of Titinger Consulting, Jorge provides strategic advisory services, guiding companies through complex M&A processes, digital transformations, and cultural alignment initiatives. His expertise is sought after by organizations ranging from multi-billion-dollar corporations to innovative startups. Jorge has an impressive track record of board service across public, private, and non-profit sectors. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Board at Axcelis (NASDAQ: ACLS), where he also chairs the Compensation Committee and was a member of the Audit Committee. In addition, he is an independent board member at FormFactor (NASDAQ: FORM) and Ichor Systems (NASDAQ: ICHR), leading key committees including Nominating & Governance, Compensation, and Cyber Security & AI. He has been recognized for his Board service as one of the NACD 100 in 2023 and 2024. His past board experience includes roles at CalAmp, COHU, HTGC, Xcerra, SGI, Verigy, Electroglas, and Thermawave, where he has played pivotal roles in governance, strategic planning, and corporate oversight. Jorge's contributions to board governance are well-recognized, particularly his leadership in Compensation/Human Capital, Nominating and Governance, and Cyber Security committees. Jorge's board involvement extends beyond the corporate realm into the non-profit sector, where he has served on the boards of the Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley, the Stanford Children's Hospital, Innovate Public Schools, Nashville Entrepreneur Center, and Valor Academy. His commitment to community service is further reflected in his role as Chairman of the Board at the Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley, where he led initiatives to improve the lives of the Hispanic community in Silicon Valley. Jorge's executive leadership experience includes his tenure as President, CEO, and Director of Silicon Graphics (SGI) and Verigy Inc., where he successfully led turnarounds that culminated in high-value acquisitions. His strategic leadership has been instrumental in driving operational excellence, fostering innovation, and building high-performing teams. An award-winning author, Jorge co-wrote "Differences that Make a Difference" with Pedro Espinoza, capturing insights from over 100 top executives on the positive impact of diversity and inclusion on business success. His expertise in DEI, innovation, and corporate strategy makes him a sought-after speaker and thought leader in these areas. Jorge holds a B.S. and M.S. in Electrical Engineering and an M.S. in Engineering Management and Business, all from Stanford University. A former accomplished athlete, Jorge captained both the Stanford Varsity soccer team and the USA national indoor soccer team. He remains passionate about education, leadership, and contributing to the success of businesses and communities.

Nile Harris, a seasoned leader with two decades of experience in the MedTech industry, is the founder and CEO of HVG Executive Solutions and currently serves as a director in the life sciences practice at Alvarez & Marsal. Nile shares her diverse career journey from financial services to MedTech, including roles at Medtronic and Abbott, and her current work in management consulting. Emphasizing the value of lifelong learning, Nile discusses her philosophy on leadership, blending strategy with tactical execution, and the importance of adapting rapidly. She also reflects on pivotal moments, like nearly quitting due to the emotional challenges in medtech sales, and her passion for closing healthcare disparity gaps.  Guest links: https://gapdemystified.com | https://hvg.llc Charity supported: Opportunity International Interested in being a guest on the show or have feedback to share? Email us at podcast@velentium.com.  PRODUCTION CREDITS Host: Lindsey Dinneen Editing: Marketing Wise Producer: Velentium   EPISODE TRANSCRIPT Episode 043 - Nile Harris [00:00:00] Lindsey Dinneen: Hi, I'm Lindsey and I'm talking with MedTech industry leaders on how they change lives for a better world. [00:00:09] Diane Bouis: The inventions and technologies are fascinating and so are the people who work with them. [00:00:15] Frank Jaskulke: There was a period of time where I realized, fundamentally, my job was to go hang out with really smart people that are saving lives and then do work that would help them save more lives. [00:00:28] Diane Bouis: I got into the business to save lives and it is incredibly motivating to work with people who are in that same business, saving or improving lives. [00:00:38] Duane Mancini: What better industry than where I get to wake up every day and just save people's lives. [00:00:42] Lindsey Dinneen: These are extraordinary people doing extraordinary work, and this is The Leading Difference. Hello, and welcome back to another episode of The Leading Difference podcast. I'm your host, Lindsey, and I'm so excited to introduce you to my guest today, Nile Harris. Nile is a highly skilled and versatile leader who has made significant impact in the medtech industry for two decades from the C suite to the operating room and companies such as Medtronic and Abbott. Her agility was forged through a successful cross functional career, spanning corporate strategy and development, product marketing, field sales and marketing, strategic market insights, commercialization, market access, and executive coaching. Nile is an expert advisor and mentor for Life Science Tennessee and the Nashville Entrepreneur Center focused on early stage startups. She is the CEO and Founder of HVG Executive Solutions and currently serves as Director in the life sciences practice at Alvarez and Marsal. All right. Well, thank you so much for being here, Nile. I'm so excited to speak with you today. [00:01:48] Nile Harris: Thank you. I'm happy and excited to be here as well. [00:01:53] Lindsey Dinneen: Awesome. Well, I was wondering if you wouldn't mind starting off by telling us a little bit about yourself and your background and what led you to MedTech. [00:02:03] Nile Harris: Yeah. Interesting story. Happy to share my journey to MedTech. I tripped into it and loved it. I began my career out of undergrad in financial services, actually interned all through undergrad and financial services. And I loved being on a trading floor-- I was actually a licensed broker at one point-- loved working on trading floors. I'm originally from Chicago, worked at the Board of Trade, Chicago Board of Options Exchange, but it wasn't a cultural fit. And I felt like I wanted to give more or put more out into the world other than making more money, essentially. And I went to business school at the University of Michigan and did my internship at Lily in Indianapolis and absolutely loved healthcare. And it had never occurred to me that healthcare was an option. And I spent my summer there as IT Project Manager supporting clinical trials. And I was like, I thought this was just amazing. And so I was recruited to Medtronic coming out of Michigan and they had an IT rotation, leadership rotation program. They're sort of a internal consulting group. And I was in that program for two years. And when I came out of that program, I went to the strategy and corporate development group within Medtronic. And that's when I really saw what we did as a company there. I really have more exposure to the products, the lives that we were saving, and the impact that we were having. And I had really no idea what it took to get a product from bench to bedside. Like, what does it take to get a product designed and into a patient? And I decided to go from corporate strategy and development to field sales and marketing. So I was like, I thought that there was no better way to learn it than just to roll up my sleeves and get into it. And so I went from making PowerPoints and Excel spreadsheets to being out in the field. So I went from being in Minneapolis to Nashville, where I was doing Therapy Development Specialist. So it was a hybrid between sales and marketing. And I spent a lot of time in hospitals. And the part of my job was essentially to grow the pie for thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysm stent grafts, and then grow our piece of the pie. So I was in surgeries, but I was also doing strategy and sort of marketing and attracting customers and refer referral patterns. And it was great. This was like, this was magical to me. And I had no idea before I got into Medtronic that this was a world that was even open to me. And so I just got deeper into it. I did product management, did value based healthcare and pricing. I did a stop for a couple of years in K 12 education. I'm very passionate about closing the health, wealth, and education disparity gap in America. And so I was a Broad Resident for the system management of school systems. And so I led strategy for a charter school system in Nashville, but went back into working with, with life science companies at a small consulting firm, and then was doing some independent consulting, started doing executive coaching, specifically within medtech for those people who are trying to get to that next level of leadership and trying to figure out how do you run multi generational teams? And then I was at Abbott for a little bit as a Global Director there and built a team there. And now I do management consultant. And so I've been in medtech now for 20 years. And what I love about being a consultant is that I get to take all of those experiences and how companies bring innovations to life. [00:06:20] Lindsey Dinneen: Wow. Yeah. Well, first of all, thank you for sharing about your background. What an amazing breadth of experience you have. And also I love the thread of your lifelong learning and curiosity. And, oh my gosh. I mean, so I looked at your, LinkedIn profile and I was like, okay, so you have a BA, a BS, an MEd, and an MBA. So clearly education. [00:06:50] Nile Harris: I do I believe education is important and so the BS in finance and the BA in communications happened because at the University of Illinois, you can get a BA in Finance or a BS in Finance. And so I went the BS route, but it was very technical. We had these highly technical economic classes, statistical modeling, all these things. There weren't a lot of soft skill classes, and I wanted to incorporate that into my experience. And then I realized, well, if I earned a certain number of hours, I could be a dual degree versus dual major. And my junior year, I had no idea, but my junior year, I got this letter from the university saying that all of my advanced placement classes from high school transferred and I had a semester's worth of additional hours. So I spent an additional summer after I finished one degree and then I was able to finish the second degree. So I did both in four years. [00:07:52] Lindsey Dinneen: Wow. Holy cannoli. Okay. [00:07:54] Nile Harris: I'm a lifelong learner. I believe you need to always be learning. And the curiosity is, I think a lot of times I've gotten the feedback of, "Well, you're kind of all over the place." But not really. I am curious about what people do and how they do their jobs. And I would, when I was in strategy and development, my role was to lead the strategic planning process, and I had access to all of the business leaders, all of the presidents, all of the leaders that they worked with. And that was just awesome. That in itself was just a college education. I had ready access to ask them about their businesses. But I also asked him, "Well, how can I be a better partner for you? If I'm in corporate, how can I be a better partner for you?" And one of the things that came up over and over again was, "Understand my business better. I understand that you have to run the process and you're focused on getting all of the parts and pieces together. But what would help me is if more people in corporate understood my business." And I was like, "Okay, I'm going to go into sales." [00:09:04] Lindsey Dinneen: Yes. Wow, that is so incredible. And, leadership and management, and now with your executive coaching, obviously that's a been a running theme and will continue to be. And I'm really curious what is maybe your top couple pieces of advice for those who are looking to either become better leaders or to even start being a leader? [00:09:32] Nile Harris: That is a great question. I think, first of all, I counsel people to develop your personal leadership philosophy. What type of leader do you want to be? What is the legacy that you want to leave with people? What is it that you want them to remember you for? For me, it was being a servant leader. I see myself as, "People don't work for me. I work for them." My job is to remove obstacles, build them up, set a vision, set the container in which they work and then support them in that. Set the example, model the example and and I always say, you know, the book "Leaders Eat Last." Well, I say, "Leaders eat last and they're the first to the fire." And so you develop that philosophy and talk to people. Like I said, I had access to some amazing leaders and I watched them and I talked to them and I asked them and so, interview people, talk to people who you think are great leaders. The second thing I would say is learn from people who you think are not great leaders. Let them teach you about what you don't want to be as a leader. Right? And the third thing is talk to people. I had one mentor who used to say his version of a quote from Abraham Lincoln, which was, "You can't lead without the consent of the followers. Find out what the followers need and give them that." And leadership is for the people who are following you. Promotions or accolades or rewards are for you as an effective leader, right, for getting results. The leadership is what you are providing to others. [00:11:19] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, that's great advice. Thank you for sharing that. I think especially your middle point about learning from leaders that you don't look up to, but that have actually a lot to teach you is such a good point too, because, in general, we look up to the people that we go, "Oh my goodness, I love the way that this person leads. I really admire what they bring to the table." And then, that's great, but it is also such an experience to learn from somebody that doesn't have maybe the leadership qualities that you aspire to have. And so you're able to go, "Okay, so this is what doesn't work. Let me figure out what does." [00:11:58] Nile Harris: Exactly. And even the leadership style, even if it doesn't work for you, even if it doesn't work for 95 percent of the organization that person has been put in charge of, that there's something that they do that you might like. So don't necessarily throw the baby out with the bathwater and just say, "Oh, they're a terrible leader." What they're doing something, they did something to be able to get in that, into that position. Learn from that as well. [00:12:25] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Ooh, taking it a step further. I love it. You know, one thing I really enjoy-- oh, I very much enjoyed reading your LinkedIn profile, by the way-- but one thing that really stood out to me, and I would love if you could talk a little bit about was somebody at some point told you that you have an amazing ability to "seamlessly switch between strategy and tactical execution." Could you speak a little bit to that? That is so cool. [00:12:51] Nile Harris: So this is funny. This is a very funny thing. So that was a manager who I did not get along with. We did not see eye to eye. And we had a facilitator come into our team meeting one day and help us to figure out how do we work together and collaborate as a team. Like, how do we pull out the gifts right in each other? And so the facilitator went person to person and asked, "What's your gift? What's your gift? What's your gift?" And so when he got to me, I said, "Oh, my gift is my organizational skills. I'm very organized and I can connect all these dots." And so my manager, who I did not get along with, says, "Your gift is effortlessly going from strategy to tactical execution. You can be in the clouds and then on the ground. And it is a clear stream and it is effortless." And everybody in the room was like, "Yeah, well, where did you get organization from?" I was like, "Wait, where'd you get that from?" I didn't see that in myself. It didn't, it didn't occur to me that's what I was doing. When they pointed it out, I didn't realize it was a gift. Because I just do it. And then they were like, "Not everybody can do that." And I thought it was so odd that this person who I had sort of like this ongoing strife with was the one to point it out. [00:14:27] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, that's irony for you, but what a gift though, because then yeah, to understand, "Oh, this isn't something..." I think that happens a lot where you get to it's really helpful to have somebody who's outside perspective who can say, "Actually, this is your superpower because most people can't do what you think just comes naturally to everyone." If only. [00:14:51] Nile Harris: Yes. And 'cause a lot of times I actually got this question, somebody else was going through my LinkedIn profile and they were like, "Well, how did you develop that skillset?" And I told him, "You know, I didn't do it intentionally. I didn't set out to say,' I'm going to go from strategy to execution effortlessly.'" I think it was the act of doing it. So being able to say, "Well, I don't want to be in financial services, but now I have that financial skill and acumen. I'm going to leverage it to change industries." And then being in this tactical position of putting together models and PowerPoints. And I was putting together PowerPoints for like our executive committee. So I'm this very, I'm doing something very tactical, but at a strategic level. And then to go from that to say, "Well, I want to really understand how these things connect together." All right. And so I go to sales. And so I think it was just the, I followed the trail of the curiosity and I learned something along the way by doing that. And so it ultimately, it just sort of naturally, I think cultivated what I do know that I'm really good at is seeing patterns and connecting dots. And I think it just sort of came from that. [00:16:11] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, I think that makes a lot of sense. And I think, to your point of you having demonstrated your willingness to continue to learn and to step into different roles, so that you were able to continue to expand your knowledge and your skill sets, I mean, you know, it's funny. And I know a lot of people talk about the idea of generalist versus specialist. And being a generalist does have a lot of advantages in terms of, when you have this crazy diverse skillset and even experience in multiple industries, then all of a sudden you can draw from, "Oh, you know what? I remember this really random thing back in when I was doing financial services that actually would really apply here. I don't, I wonder if anyone has ever thought about that!" And then you keep connecting those dots, like you said, so. [00:17:03] Nile Harris: Exactly. And that's exactly how it happens in my brain. Right? Like my brain will reach back to, "Remember when you worked on this project and you did this really random thing." And I'm like, "Yeah!" My brain's like, "It applies here." I'm like, "Okay." But I did Strength Finders and one of the strengths, it was described as, I didn't necessarily agree with the word that they use, but when I read the description, in the description, it said, "I am a collector of information." And I'm like, yes! I have every notebook that I used to take notes for work. I have every notebook going back to my first job out of college. And I use Evernote to collect, literally collect articles across the internet. If I'm like, "Oh, this is interesting," I'll clip it into Evernote. And so now I've got sort of this encyclopedia of information. And so if I want to, think about, "Oh, I read this article about this medtech company that was doing this thing," I can search my little encyclopedia and find out. So that also is the whole connecting the dots. And Steve Jobs had a, and I'm going to butcher the quote, but he had a quote about "being innovative and being creative is about having enough experiences that you can connect." [00:18:32] Lindsey Dinneen: Oh, I love that. Oh my goodness. Yes. I cannot agree more, and I think the ability to be creative does often come from being able to draw from lots and lots of different sources and then putting them together in a new way. So, oh my gosh, I love this So, you know another thing that stood out in your profile was, you have a wonderful ability to "plan meticulously and then adapt rapidly," and obviously your career path has really demonstrated that but I'm wondering is that in particular a skill set that you developed over time, or have you always had a tendency towards very careful planning, but at the same time holding those plans loosely enough that you can adapt quickly? [00:19:21] Nile Harris: Yeah, there's a little bit of both. It's inherent in me to want to plan, want to know where things are. That just gives me a sense of comfort. I did not always adapt rapidly. That was working in the strategy and corporate development, working with a bunch of C suite, the CEO, the COO, the presidents of all the businesses, adapting rapidly was a requirement. And things would change super fast. The meeting might start off about one topic and then it ends on a totally different topic. So having to pivot, having to go. But then that also helped me with, "Okay, I'm going to have a plan a and plan B and a plan C," because then I started to learn how to anticipate and I would know, "Okay, if we're going to go through this particular presentation, which is about this piece of the strategic plan, it could go one of three ways. And I want to be prepared for all three ways." And so over time, I became known for my ability to pivot real quick or have something in my back pocket. So people would always then be like, "Oh, Nile, we know that you have a plan B. We know that." And we were doing a sales meeting. I worked under the president of the cardiovascular business, and we were doing a sales meeting and his video or presentation clip, whatever was on this sort of --this was a long time ago. So it wasn't transferred digitally. It had to physically be burned onto a tape or a CD or some medium. And I had to physically transport it with me from Minneapolis to Las Vegas, where the meeting was. And I said, " Could you make another one so I have a backup?" And the guy was like, "Come on." And I was like, "Nope." So I gave the first copy to the person I was supposed to hand it off to. Get to Las Vegas, and they called me over to the hall for rehearsal. And they're like, "Hey, we can't find the first copy." And I was like, "No worries." I pull out the second copy out of my little bag. And the president of the business was like, "Yep, that's Nile." And they were sitting there and they said, "Yeah, the president, he wasn't worried at all. Like we were freaking out and he was like, 'Nah, just call Nile.'" [00:21:36] Lindsey Dinneen: Oh. [00:21:37] Nile Harris: And they were like, "Wow." And he was like, "I told you." And so then being in sales is nothing but adapting rapidly. That is what, that is all day, every day. So that adapting rapidly was, it was taught. But I think being planful was my natural inclination. [00:21:57] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Well, what a great reputation, too, to have. "Just call Nile. It'll be great. It'll be fine." [00:22:03] Nile Harris: "It'll be fine. Nile's got covered." [00:22:05] Lindsey Dinneen: I love that. Yeah. So what are you really looking forward to maybe both personally and professionally in the next couple of years? [00:22:15] Nile Harris: Now that I'm in a bigger management consulting firm not doing the independent piece, but I'm part of this bigger entity, there is so much happening in medtech and medical device and life science in general, with generative AI, health care equities, just so much happening. And I think that we are reaching a really a big pivot point also with like digital health care and collecting data and on patient care, predictive medicine. We are at this next evolution of care, and I'm really excited to help usher that in by working with other, with companies, with innovators in this space. The AI with imaging and streamlining workflows and helping to close healthcare disparity gaps, to be able to contribute to that in a much deeper way that you can't when you are a independent consultant. The other piece is, I really love helping to build those high performing teams. And I, there's like with coaching, I love that aha moment, that moment when somebody is like, "Oh, wow." That moment I had when my manager said my gift is going from strategy to execution. I love helping other people have that moment. So I'm looking to help build that next level of leaders that will be better leaders than I am, better leaders than I had. And then that the next stage for me is how do I again, take everything I've learned and pay that forward. , leave a legacy. That's, and I might be talking about like, it might seem like I feel like I'm old because in two years I'm still going to be working. I'm still going to be doing things, but that's when I feel you start to get into the part of your career where you're leaving that mark, you're leaving that legacy. That's the thing that we want to know Nile for in the medtech space. And then really also outside of work, more personally is, I feel very strongly about the health, wealth and education disparity gap and America and being able to contribute to health and equity where we have two demographics of people who get a disease at the same, same rate, but they don't have the same outcomes, the same treatment outcomes. Like, why is that? So how can I contribute to that? [00:24:57] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Those are all wonderful things to be thinking about and working towards. So yeah, I really appreciate just-- you talked about how you are a servant leader, but you just have such a beautiful heart of service. And I mean, I could see that throughout even your volunteering and your mentorship and things that you do. So, gosh, yeah. Thank you for sharing about that. [00:25:21] Nile Harris: Yeah. [00:25:21] Lindsey Dinneen: So I'm curious. Along this journey, especially in medtech, have there been any moments that stand out to you as really clarifying to you, "Wow, I am in the right place, at the right time, in the right industry?" [00:25:36] Nile Harris: Oh, oh. There is a moment where I almost quit and it was when I was in sales. And again, it was a hybrid sales marketing role, but I was, it was doing my field training and I'm so excited to be out there. And I, you know, completely committed to the mission and we help people in these devices. They go in people and they restore health and they do all of these things and these things are great. And I was, In the hospital one day with one of my training reps, and we got a call to the E. R. There was a patient in there with a ruptured aneurysm, aortic aneurysm, and he was, I don't know, in his eighties, mid eighties. And we looked at the film to see if the device, the stent graft, it's minimally invasive. The other way you repair an aortic aneurysm is to open somebody all of the way up and take out their aorta and put in a different type of graft. And when we looked at the film, this was a ruptured something like a 10 centimeter aneurysm. And this patient was actively bleeding out. And the rep asked me, " What do you see?" And that's what I said I saw. And she said, "Well, okay, so what are we going to do?" And I'm like going through my training, flipping through my training and everything in my training said, "There's nothing that we can do for this patient." And so I say it to her and she was like, "Correct." And so essentially once you've ruptured to this point, they were just making him comfortable at this point and he was going to expire. And I conceptually understood that people pass away. We can't save everybody, but to have to sit there in that moment and look at looking at this film and you are dealing with a human, is a human being on the table and you are saying it's "Wow. This is the moment where you can't do anything." So we left there and I just went back to my hotel and I was like, " This is stupid. Like, why am I doing this?" And my manager called me and I told him, I was like, "You know what? I don't think I'm cut out for this. I can't do this. I can't not save people. I got into this to save people." And he said, "If you had any other reaction, I would be worried about you." He's like, " Give it 48 hours and call me back." So I gave it 48 hours. I called him back and I was like, " No, I'm supposed to be here. I'm in the right place. I love this work. I love what I do. I would not have been so upset if I didn't. If I didn't love what I do, if I wasn't in the right place, I would not have been so upset. So that was to me was a defining moment of that's why I love this work." [00:28:41] Lindsey Dinneen: Wow. Oh my goodness. What a powerful story. Thank you for sharing that. [00:28:46] Nile Harris: Yeah. You're welcome. [00:28:47] Lindsey Dinneen: You know, I really appreciate-- that's such a human moment to have. And of course we all have them, but we don't always talk about them because it doesn't always feel good, but that is so powerful that you were able to take what, it was such a difficult moment but use it as a little bit of motivation for your why as well. Wow. Yeah, that is amazing. Thank you. [00:29:09] Nile Harris: Yeah. And yeah, you're welcome. And I had two primary trainers in Tennessee. They were like in different parts of Tennessee, and the primary trainer told me when I, first day of training, he said, "If you always do what's right for the patient, everything else will come. [00:29:24] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, there you go. That's "great. [00:29:27] Nile Harris: Yep. [00:29:28] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, well, pivoting the conversation just for fun, imagine that you were to be offered a million dollars to teach a masterclass on anything you want. It can be in your industry, but it doesn't have to be. What would you choose to teach and why? [00:29:44] Nile Harris: Oh, this is such a great question. I don't know how I would do it. But I would teach people how to, how do I put this? I would teach people how to go from like strategy to execution but in a, I think maybe in a broader way, I would teach people like how to connect thoughts or how to be curious or how to always be learning. I don't know exactly how I would do it, but I would teach people to be explorers their life. [00:30:13] Lindsey Dinneen: Yes. Oh, I love that so much. Yes, amazing. Yeah, well, whenever you put that together, let me know because that sounds incredible. [00:30:24] Nile Harris: Yeah. I mean, I just wrote it, like I wrote it down, right? Like, I like, that's what I would do. I would teach people to be explorers, because then if you teach people to be explorers of their own life and curious about their own life, they're going to end up where they're supposed to end up eventually, right? So whether it's medtech or whether it's this or that, like you're going to end up where you should be because you've been curious about your life. And, yeah, that's what I teach. [00:30:52] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, I love it. And also, I think the benefit of the explorer mindset is that you are, because you are choosing to view life as an adventure and you're constantly learning and growing, there really isn't such a thing as failure. You're exploring. So if something doesn't go the way that you hoped it would or planned it would or whatever, you go, "Okay, that exploration didn't go as planned. What did I learn from it though?" And then let's move forward. [00:31:21] Nile Harris: Yeah, that's exactly how I look at it. Somebody asked me If I have a fear of failure, and I said, "I don't." And they're like, "That's crazy. Everybody has a fear of failure." And I was like, "No, because I tried something didn't work out. And now I know." Right? Or, "I didn't do it the right way. Now I know the right way, you know?" So I was like, "I don't have a fear of failure. I have a fear of doing things badly, not performing well." But failure? No, it's all exploration, it's all learning." [00:31:46] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Ah, perfect mindset. I love it. So, and then you touched a little bit on this, but just to dive a little bit more into it, how do you wish to be remembered after you leave this world? [00:32:01] Nile Harris: As a servant. Yeah, I, that's a, yeah, I don't think there's more... I want people to remember that I contributed, that I gave more than I got, that I helped others, and I'll be happy with that. [00:32:22] Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, absolutely. Yeah, and then final question. What is one thing that makes you smile every time you see or think about it? [00:32:32] Nile Harris: Dogs! Dogs! [00:32:36] Lindsey Dinneen: The end. [00:32:37] Nile Harris: The end! See him on the street? Smile. Go to the dog park? Smile. Look at my own dog? Smile. Dogs are our partners in life. They are like four legged dopamine molecules. They are just amazing. And, they're always such a good energy boost, mood boost. Somebody asked me this, " If you quit MedTech tomorrow, what would you go do?" And I'm like, "I would open a doggy daycare." [00:33:06] Lindsey Dinneen: Amazing. I love it. Yeah, they're just little bundles of joy. I mean, how can you not just be so excited to see... Well, I view it that way. How could you just not fall in love? I fall in love all the time with dogs. [00:33:17] Nile Harris: Yeah, the dogs are amazing, I always feel like they make a family complete. I love, and you specifically said "see," so when I see dogs, but I think what gives me energy, I'm kind of, I'm kind of adding a part B to this. I think what personally gives me energy is being around my family. I come from a really big family. And so being able to share that family energy is energizing. But when I see a dog, I'm insta happy. [00:33:46] Lindsey Dinneen: I love it. And I love your part B too. That's a really compelling secondary answer too. So yeah. Thank you for that. So, yeah. Well, Nile, this conversation has been amazing. You are amazing. You're such a powerhouse, and it's, it's such a joy to get to talk with you today and learn from you. So thank you so, so, so much for your time. And we are so honored to be making a donation on your behalf as a thank you for your time today to Opportunity International, which works to end global poverty by creating and sustaining jobs while also providing small business loans, savings, insurance, and training to more than 14 million people in the developing world. So thank you so much for choosing that organization to support. And we just wish you the most continued success as you work to change lives for a better world. [00:34:40] Nile Harris: Thank you so much. I enjoyed our conversation. This was so much fun. Thank you for the invitation. [00:34:46] Lindsey Dinneen: Absolutely. Yes. And thank you so much to our listeners for tuning in. And if you're feeling as inspired as I am right now, I'd love it if you'd share this episode with a colleague or two, and we will catch you next time. [00:35:01] Ben Trombold: The Leading Difference is brought to you by Velentium. Velentium is a full-service CDMO with 100% in-house capability to design, develop, and manufacture medical devices from class two wearables to class three active implantable medical devices. Velentium specializes in active implantables, leads, programmers, and accessories across a wide range of indications, such as neuromodulation, deep brain stimulation, cardiac management, and diabetes management. Velentium's core competencies include electrical, firmware, and mechanical design, mobile apps, embedded cybersecurity, human factors and usability, automated test systems, systems engineering, and contract manufacturing. Velentium works with clients worldwide, from startups seeking funding to established Fortune 100 companies. Visit velentium.com to explore your next step in medical device development.

Brittany Cole, former Equity and Inclusion Officer at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center and host of season two of this podcast, joins us to discuss the importance of having a strong support system as an entrepreneur and the different categories of people that make up Cole's "starting five." These categories include God, family, mentors, friends, and sponsors/advocates. Cole also shares the journey of building her own business, Career Thrivers, and landing her first corporate clients. She emphasizes the importance of mindset and how it can impact a founder's ability to pursue big opportunities.  

CEO of the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, Sam Davidson, joins Clark Buckner to reflect on his past year as CEO. Sam emphasizes the importance of a "connection engine" in achieving entrepreneurial success, illustrating his core belief: "The height of my success is directly related to the depth of my community." In this special episode announcing the show's new format, they discuss the role storytelling plays in inspiring future entrepreneurs and the impact of the EC and its supporters in making it all possible.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Sam Davidson, CEO, Nashville Entrepreneur Center, Sam will be featured as the Keynote Speaker for the 2024 NSTA Annual Meeting and Convention in Nashville, TN on July 22, 2024. Sam outlines his background and extensive experience in the start up realm. Curt and Sam discuss the recent boom that Nashville has seen over the past 15 years. Sam highlights the resources and tools that entrepreneurs are offered at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center. Lastly, Sam provides a sneak peak of his Keynote Session. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Sam Davidson, CEO of Nashville Entrepreneur Center, who highlights the nonprofit organization's mission and efforts to connect entrepreneurs with critical resources to create, launch and grow businesses.During the interview, Sam shares some of the history for the organization and talks about the importance of fostering an ecosystem where entrepreneurs can thrive. He discusses the power of providing mentors and covers some of their programs, including Preflight and Inflight, along with Project Fintech, Project Healthcare, and Project Music and Entertainment. Sam also shares some success stories, how current challenges create opportunities for entrepreneurs, how entrepreneurs can plug in and access their resources in-person and online, and how the community can support their efforts.Visit https://www.ec.co to learn more and get involved.

2:12 - Why she became a self-pay patient after two medical bankruptcies. 9:22 - How to navigate self-pay by removing fear-based thinking (I must have health insurance) and negotiate with every single healthcare service you pay for. 11:02 - The freedom that comes with leaving health insurance behind and embracing self pay.11:58 - How hospital foundations and patient pay advocates have emerged to embrace (somewhat) self-pay.12:49 - As a high earner, she does not use these foundations, but negotiates to pay her bill. She's also a member of Christian Healthcare Ministries (CHM),  a health cost sharing ministry. 13:20 - How CHM works - you become a member, pay a monthly fee. When a healthcare episode arises, you access CHM to get your healthcare bills paid, or shared. 15:14 - Sloane details the self-pay patient journey, how self-pay doesn't trickle through to all areas of the healthcare industry, and how to educate each sector about self-pay.22:50 - How to ask for the self-pay rate as a patient.25:00 - Where Sloane negotiated for care from one provider that was 75% less than what another provider quoted. 26:35 - How physicians are fairly  knowledgeable about self pay, but those in their business offices are not. They are trained to work with insurance. She packs her "patience and grace" to ask them to do something that is unusual. 29:25 - Tom pivots the conversation to how Sloan copes with a diagnosis of a terminal illness (at age 23). She doesn't let it define her, and looks at her condition as a chronic illness. 30:23 - How Sloane and Tom agree that it is the dying person's responsibility to prepare the living  for their own death. 34:14 - Why doctors ignore DNRs (hint: it has to do with litigation). 35:10 - Tom laments that modern Stoics don't talk suicide the way the original Stoics did - it is the last vestige of our wills. 37:50 - Sloane shares her grandmother's advice about friendship: you really only need 6 friends in life; 3 on one side of the casket, and 3 on the other. 38:10 - The extreme rarity of having one really close friend. 40:00 - Shifting to business, how she found herself in Nashville's health tech scene. Pre-pandemic, it was crowded, healthy and vibrant. Backed by Nashville and nationwide private equity and venture capital firms, and also supported by local institutions like the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, Nashville Healthcare Council, local family funds, and others, founders were getting a lot of support. 41:13 - When founder-led companies become responsible for creating shareholder value. The trajectory to create shareholder value is a big change, and she learned how sales and marketing played such a significant role in creating that value. 42:35 - Creation of her secret sauce: the strategy/methodology/execution of marketing to build to exit, and understanding how to make quick pivots as needed. 44:02 - What healthcare doesn't talk about post-pandemic: the rise in chronic disease, chronic care. Fortunately, many tech companies have come forward to begin to address this issue, but the exits are not as speedy as they once were.45:29 - The role of a strategic story in an exit, and how your fly paper is still whether or not you created shareholder value. But healthcare needs to re-think intellectual property.47:00 - The other way to re-frame and look at shareholder value: the customer relationships you create. If you can own a swim lane in the market, and really own it well, that has enormous value. 48:16 - How mergers often destroy value by devaluing the brand and the culture. 51:24 - Who shaped her marketing philosophy, Marty Neumeier, who was Steve Jobs' brand mentor. She believes, as Marty maintains, that a brand isn't what you say it is, it's what your customer says it is. 54:17 - How she loves founder-led companies, and how she gets so much more out of it than what she put into it. Her emotional paycheck gets cashed every time she sees someone get a check they never thought they would get.      

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera welcomes Dr. Phylanice Nashe, Entrepreneur-in-Residence at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center.  Together they discuss the role black philanthropy plays in our communities, and Dr. Nashe lets us go behind the scenes to see what effect a local fundraiser can have on three nonprofits that serve kids.   Mentioned: The Phylanice Nashe Experience podcast Connect with Phylanice Nashe on Instagram   Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: Facebook, Instagram, Website   Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at least 3 friends so you have someone to talk with about these things.  

AI for Creatives is a podcast by Creatives for Creatives connecting art, innovation, and humanity. Segment 1: Nova introduces the new season and upcoming episode focused on Apple Vision Pro and how AR, VR, and AI are converging. Kamilah shares an update on her recent work advising entrepreneurs at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center. Nova talks about speaking at Digital Fashion Week and attending fashion shows and TV tapings. Segment 2: Nova highlights the 3D camera capabilities and the AI technology powering spatial computing features like head/eye/hand tracking and intuitive interactions. Many are excited about 3D photos and videos that could inspire new art mediums and impact fields like education and modeling. Segment 3: Kamilah notes people are concerned about the currently limited apps available. Nova says Apple is keeping the user base small initially to test and improve the device before allowing more apps, focusing first on enhancing the human experience. Segment 4: Kamilah and Nova discuss opportunities for creatives to benefit financially from emerging technologies like mixed reality headsets. Ideas like enhanced videography, AR experiences, and immersive 3D tours and try-ons could serve industries from weddings to education. Entrepreneurial creatives can use tools like AI to create innovative products and services. Segment 5: Nova and Kamilah envision wild ideas creatives could pursue by combining available technologies, like having a stylist remotely help a client try on outfits virtually using AR glasses. Nova gives examples of using generative AI to create 3D films through a mixed-reality headset using voice commands. They agree the possibilities are limitless. Segment 6: While excited about the technology, Nova cautions it's important to balance the benefits with potential downsides. She's concerned about lengthy headset use among young students, suggesting overuse or escapism could be issues to watch for as the technology evolves. Kamilah agrees balance is key in using these tools. Conclusion: In closing, Nova reiterates how AR and VR headsets like Apple Vision Pro will enable new experiences across industries, but should be used cautiously. She's optimistic about new revenue opportunities for entrepreneurial creatives. Nova and Kamilah thank listeners and invite ideas for future "fabric and AI" episodes! AI Generative AI AI for Creatives Crypto for Creatives Web3 AR VR Creatives The Future Age of AI Blockchain Apply Vision Pro Innovations Pink Kangaru

For the launch of Episode 1 of Season 3, Climbing the Charts sat down with Sam Davidson, who on June 28, 2023, was announced as Jane Allen's successor as the next CEO of the Nashville Entrepreneur Center (EC).  Sam hit the ground running in this high visibility, high impact new role, which he describes on his Linkedin profile as: “Working to make Nashville the most entrepreneurial city in America.”   For more than a decade, the EC has connected entrepreneurs with critical resources to create, launch, and grow businesses, and has become a centerpiece of the connective tissue and business ecosystem of Music City.  Sam provides us with an overview of the EC's current programs and services, as well as provides some truly fascinating metrics about its impact and successes in a city that now boasts 2 million people and 53,000 businesses.   During our conversation with Sam, we learn about his path as a four-time entrepreneur, author of three books, and noted speaker, as well as some of the unique experiences, both business and personal, that have shaped him and the thinking he brings to bear in his new role. Sam also has some incredible insights and advice for would-be entrepreneurs, as well as those trying to scale their businesses.  Learn why Sam believes adaptability is the thread that unites the most successful entrepreneurs, and how the single most critical factor for success is “access to a mentor” (that's where the EC comes in).  Sam also offers some fascinating insights on the role community plays in personal and business successes, and explains what he means that the height of his success is “directly related to the depth of my community.”   We promise you will learn some very interesting things in this inviting conversation, as well as learn more about Sam's vision and future plans for the Nashville EC.  Music City was ranked as the 4th best city for starting a business by Inc in 2020, so we still have work to do to achieve Sam's vision of Nashville as the most entrepreneurial city in America!

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Sam Davidson, CEO of Nashville Entrepreneur Center, who highlights the nonprofit organization's mission and efforts to connect entrepreneurs with critical resources to create, launch and grow businesses.During the interview, Sam shares some of the history for the organization and talks about the importance of fostering an ecosystem where entrepreneurs can thrive. He discusses the power of providing mentors and covers some of their programs, including Preflight and Inflight, along with Project Fintech, Project Healthcare, and Project Music and Entertainment. Sam also shares some success stories, how current challenges create opportunities for entrepreneurs, how entrepreneurs can plug in and access their resources in-person and online, and how the community can support their efforts.Visit https://www.ec.co to learn more and get involved.

On this episode, when we first put this together, our guest Scott Welch indicated that we could pick the topics of discussion, as long we didn't involve how quantum physics works. We agreed. So instead, we chat about the aspects of the music business, from Artificial Intelligence, to touring, to managing acts, and how artists need to take control of their careers. In other words, we take a peek behind the curtain, and chat about all things regarding the music biz! Scott Welch is a highly accomplished individual with a diverse range of experiences in the music industry, entertainment sector, and technology ventures. He currently serves as the President of Scott Welch Management Inc, where he oversees the careers of various talented artists and provides consulting services to multiple Nashville-based music technology companies. In addition to managing acts, Scott also offers his expertise to influential companies such as Soundstripe, Single Music, Eva, Giggs and AtoZ Sports. In recognition of their outstanding contributions, these four companies were nominated for the prestigious 2022 Nashville Entrepreneur Center's NEXT Awards, with three of them emerging as Winners. Scott's involvement in the entertainment industry expands beyond music and serves on the board of directors of Wherever TV, a publicly traded television company. These roles demonstrate his commitment to supporting and nurturing diverse ventures in the entertainment realm. Among his notable achievements, Scott is an integral part of the team responsible for building the highly anticipated Game of Thrones attraction in Las Vegas, Nevada, in partnership with HBO and Caesars Entertainment. Scheduled to open in 2024, this attraction promises an immersive experience for fans of the renowned television series. Furthermore, he is involved in the development of another exciting venture called XPERIA, set to open in September 2023 in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. With these projects, Scott showcases his passion for creating captivating experiential attractions on a global scale. Prior to his current endeavors, Scott managed the careers and development of numerous multi-platinum recording artists. Icons such as Alanis Morissette, LeAnn Rimes, Steve Perry, Paula Abdul, Collective Soul, and C&C Music Factory flourished under his guidance. Notably, Alanis Morissette's debut album, "Jagged Little Pill," achieved remarkable success, becoming the largest-selling debut album in history, with over 36 million records sold worldwide. This monumental achievement earned the album seven Grammy Awards, in addition to various accolades and critical acclaim. Scott's expertise extends to his previous role as a partner at Mosaic Media Group, where He worked with renowned artists and celebrities across music, film, and television. Notable clients included Green Day, Goo Goo Dolls, Seal, Jim Carrey, Ellen DeGeneres, and Vince Vaughn, among many others. At Mosaic, Scott also had the opportunity to oversee Dick Clark Productions and manage the music publishing catalogs of esteemed artists such as ZZ TOP and Aerosmith. Through his involvement with Mosaic, Scott contributed significantly to the growth and success of various high-profile entertainment Ventures. Furthermore, Scott played a pivotal role in the pioneering days of digital music with his involvement in MP3.com. As part of the team that launched the website, he contributed to its initial public offering (IPO), which raised an impressive $370 million, making it the largest technology IPO at the time. Scott's forward-thinking approach also led him to invest in and advise the development of StubHub, the first online secondary ticketing company. StubHub's success ultimately culminated in its acquisition by eBay for $310 Million. © 2023 Lotta Dogs Productions LLC Showrunner and Executive Producer Emeritus: Tom Sabella Producer and Host (the guy who has a face for podcasting): Bob Bender Management Representation: Chuck Thompson for Thompson Entertainment Group, LLC Co-Producer - Audio/Video Editor (the man behind the curtain): Mark Sabella Director of Video and Continuity (the brains of the entire operation): Deborah Halle Marketing and Social Media (all knowing): Sarah Fleshner for 362 Entertainment All Around Problem Solver (and Mental Health Therapist for us): Connie Ribas Recorded inside what could be an old beat up Airstream Trailer located somewhere on what's left of Music Row in Nashville TN (Man we sure do miss Noshville, and the Longhorn Steakhouse) Mixed and Mastered at Music Dog Studios in Nashville, TN Editing and Post at Midnight Express Studio located in Olian, NY Production Sound Design: Keith Stark Voice Over and Promo: Lisa Fuson Special Thanks to the creator and founder of the podcast, Tom Sabella, along with Traci Snow for producing and hosting over 100 episodes of the original "Business Side of Music" podcast and trusting us to carry on their legacy. Website: If you would like to be a guest on the show, please submit a request to: musicpodcast@mail.com If you're interested in becoming a sponsor for the show, let us know and we'll send you a media / sponsorship kit to you. Contact us at musicpodcast@mail.com The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed on this show provided by the guest(s), are those of the guest(s) own, and do not necessarily represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the host or producers of this podcast. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. The Business Side of Music's name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner (Lotta Dogs Productions LLC), and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. Copyright © 2023 Lotta Dogs Productions, LLC, All rights reserved.  

This week, we are giving you a rare, behind-the-scenes view of what it really takes to become a professional coach. In this candid interview with Kris Kelso, PCC, you'll hear the ups and downs, the successes and the mistakes Kris has experienced in his transition from owning a technology company to becoming an author, entrepreneur, and executive coach. Tune in to learn the importance of: Emphasizing mindset more than mechanics. Growing personally as well as professionally. Integrating multiple passions into a portfolio career. Figuring out the blend of services that's right for you.   About Kris Kelso Kris Kelso, PCC is an entrepreneur who has founded and run multiple companies in the technology and healthcare industries. Today, he works primarily as an executive coach, a keynote speaker, and a contributing author for publications including Fast Company, Yahoo Finance, and The Nashville Business Journal. His book, “Overcoming The Impostor: Silence Your Inner Critic and Lead with Confidence“, offers entrepreneurs and leaders a practical look at impostor syndrome, and explores that inner voice that downplays our own accomplishments while amplifying those of others. Kris has coached and consulted with hundreds of entrepreneurs, business owners, and their leadership teams. He is a faculty member at the Professional Christian Coaching Institute, an advisor and instructor at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, and has served on the boards of directors of several non-profit organizations. He is an active member of Cornerstone Nashville, where he serves, teaches, and coaches other leaders. He lives with his wife and three teen aged sons in a suburb of Nashville, Tennessee. Connect with Kris at www.KrisKelso.com.  

Recorded September 29th 2023 Strap in for a behind the scenes look at the founder/investor relationship.  Amid a global pandemic, John Harden (backed by Michael Kelly) launched Saaslio to help managed service providers (MSPs) manage a quickly growing list of SaaS applications.  By the end of 2022, the company successfully exited with a sale to Auvik.  John recounts his big mistake while pitching the company.  Michael reveals both his biggest reservations about the deal as well as the moment he decided that John was a founder he should back.  Finally, Michael shares his “Hipster, Hacker, Hustler” philosophy and why curiosity is such an important trait in a founder. Book Recommendations John – The Sales Acceleration Formula by Mark Roberge Michael –  The End of the World is Just the Beginning: Mapping the Collapse of Globalization by Peter Zeihan (Austin seconds this recommendation!) Red Rising by Pierce Brown Relevant Links: Saaslio: https://www.saaslio.com/ Auvik: http://auvik.com/ Auvik acquires Saaslio: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221012005283/en/Auvik-Expands-to-the-Last-Mile-of-the-Network-with-Acquisition-of-Saaslio-and-Boardgent https://www.ibj.com/articles/indianapolis-based-tech-firm-saaslio-acquired-by-canadian-company Connect with John and Michael: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-harden/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeldkelly/ https://www.michaeldkelly.com/ https://developertown.com/ Guest Bios John Harden John Harden has spent 15+ years in the IT & MSP industry, starting his career in the MSP NOC, moving into software engineering and operations, and eventually becoming the founder of Saaslio. Auvik acquired Saaslio in 2022, where John joined as a Sr. Product Marketing Manager - SaaS Management. In this role, John serves as a subject matter expert for all things Auvik SaaS Management and has spent many years studying & challenging the problem in the industry. Michael Kelly I help corporate leaders and founders craft a vision for new products by working with them to put together strategies, teams, and funding to help launch, validate, and grow those products and businesses. At DeveloperTown we do both that by partnering with our clients on these opportunities, as well as (occasionally) taking the risk ourselves. Current DeveloperTown companies include: DeveloperTown, DeveloperTown Starts, DeveloperTown Investments, FullStack, DevStrategies / Tenant Tracker, Waterly, Piano In A Flash, Startup Competitors, Monon Property Management, and Start Something Ventures. I'm also an active advisor and/or board member at a number of organizations, including: the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, TechPoint Foundation for Youth, AcreBin, Venue Intelligence, Peerview Data, Peoplocity, and the Indiana National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB). Who are the hosts? Austin Crites, CFA: Austin is a past-president and current committee member of CFA Society Indianapolis. Professionally, he is the Chief Investment Officer at Aurora Financial Strategies where he manages US-focused, all-cap, style-agnostic equity strategies as the core of client portfolios. Austin is a 2008 graduate of Marian University in Indianapolis where he is now an adjunct professor in the Byrum School of Business. Matt Henry, CFA: Matt is a Senior Investment Officer at STAR Wealth Management. He is also a Past President and a director of CFA Society Indianapolis. When he's not managing porfolios, Matt teaches Finance 300 at Ball State University. He enjoys air conditioning, wi-fi, and the conveniences of indoor living.  

The latest podcast was recorded LIVE! Ogechi Anyatonwu, Michael Frazier, and Stacey Thomas joined us at the Nashville  Entrepreneur Center to share the story of the Tennessee Minority Owned Wine and Spirits Association, and how the association benefits their own personal brands, and each other.

On this episode, I'll be speaking with Kris Kelso, who is a keynote speaker, an author, a two-time entrepreneur, a Professional Certified Coach, and a mentor to leaders around the world. He is a faculty instructor at the Professional Christian Coaching Institute, an advisor and instructor at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, and is a contributing writer for Fast Company Magazine, Yahoo Finance, and The Nashville Business Journal.Kris has unusually specific willpower, having not eaten a single donut in the past 17 years.https://overcomingtheimpostor.comhttps://www.kriskelso.comhttps://instagram.com/kriskelsohttps://linkedin.com/in/kriskelsohttps://facebook.com/thekriskelso Get Free GiftThe limitless organization short video coursemike-goldman.com/limitlessThanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach

With over half of healthcare providers reporting burnout and two-thirds of patients reporting a prior negative healthcare experience, American healthcare is in need of innovative solutions. In this episode of Friends of Project Healthcare, Haley and Lauren introduce the Project Healthcare cohort companies that are working to improve both the patient and provider experience. This episode includes pitches by the founders at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center cohort First Look event in January. Join us as we support these founders and discuss behavioral health, patient engagement, and AI.

Many of us feel like imposters - and it's not just at work, but in our communities, relationships and social circles.Kris Kelso, author of Overcoming the Imposter, talks with Leah about what Imposter Syndrome really is, and some helpful tools to help us live more authentically, more confidently, and in our power.We discuss:Humble ConfidenceWhy faking it until you make it isn't the best strategySymptoms of Imposter SyndromeLiving authenticallyand more.Kris Kelso is a keynote speaker for leadership conferences, corporate events, and universities and has been both a guest and host on television and radio programs. Trained and certified as an executive coach, Kris has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs, business owners, and their leadership teams. He is an advisor and instructor at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, is a Facilitator / Coach with The Alternative Board, and is a contributing writer for The Nashville Business Journal. You can find more about his work here. Leah Guy is an intuitive healer, speaker and author of 3 self-care books published in 4 languages. You can find more about her here.Thanks for listening! Follow leah on IG, FB & TK @leahguylive for more!

Do you know what imposter syndrome is? In this episode, Nancy speaks with Kris Kelso, author of “Overcoming The Impostor,” about what imposter syndrome is, how to overcome it and how overcoming it can benefit your personal brand. Kris also talks about his career and his public speaking journey. Kris shares how writing his book helped him become a thought leader and how his PR plan helped spread the word about his book.   4:24 – Kris talks about his career, starting in music, software development and tech, and now as a leadership coach.   5:50 – Kris explains why he decided to enroll in Heroic Public Speaking.   9:25 – Kris gives an overview of what imposter syndrome is.   12:50 – Kris talks about mindset differences.   20:06 – Kris gives tips for how to overcome imposter syndrome.   27:09 – Kris talks about his book, “Overcoming The Impostor: Silence Your Inner Critic and Lead with Confidence.”  27:38 – Kris explains how he considered using a guest writer for his book because he had imposter syndrome.   29:28 – Kris talks about how his book has helped establish him as a thought leader.   31:27 – Kris describes the PR plan he had for his book.  34:15 – Kris shares some resources that have been helpful to him.      Quote   “This really applies to digital marketing and those little bets. Whenever I try something for the first time, there are only two outcomes that I'm going to get. I'm either going to succeed or I'm going to learn. It's one of those two and either one is a net gain.”– Kris Kelso, Keynote Speaker, Author and Leadership Coach    Links:   Heroic Public Speaking: https://heroicpublicspeaking.com/   Dexterity Books: https://dexteritybooks.com/   “DIY Brain” by Dr. Roger Hall: https://www.amazon.com/DIY-Brain-Mindset-Makeover-Performance/dp/161206261X#:~:text=DIY%20Brain%20will%20help%20you,thoughts%20to%20improve%20your%20life.&text=Capital%20Management%20LLC-,Dr.,monitor%20and%20manage%20their%20thinking.     About the guest:      Kris Kelso is a professional speaker, a certified leadership coach, a two-time entrepreneur, and a mentor to leaders around the world. He's the author of “Overcoming The Impostor: Silence Your Inner Critic and Lead with Confidence.” Kris is a faculty instructor at the Professional Christian Coaching Institute, an advisor and instructor at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, and is a contributing writer for Fast Company Magazine, Yahoo Finance, and The Nashville Business Journal. He has unusually specific willpower, having not eaten a single donut in the past 17 years.    Looking to connect:             LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kriskelso   Twitter: @kriskelso  Website: kriskelso.com   Website: overcomingtheimpostor.com  

Rohit Padmanabhan is the Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Lotus Asset Management, a boutique financial advisory company that works with young professionals across the country. Rohit graduated from Rice University with a focus on Math and Economics and worked at several major banks, managing assets for ultra-high-net-worth clients for nearly a decade before deciding that he wanted to take his experience of working with the country's wealthiest families and translate that to younger clients who often don't get access to high quality, affordable advice. In 2015 he started Lotus, which focuses on holistic, unbiased financial advice including tax strategy, financial planning, investing, and guidance on all other financial matters. As a strong proponent of financial literacy, Rohit makes an effort to educate not only his own clients, but also younger generations to help them avoid the pitfalls of financial mismanagement. Rohit gives frequent talks to high school & college students and recent college graduates, particularly in underserved situations, so that they can help their families to make better financial decisions. In addition to his work at Lotus, Rohit is President-Elect of the Phoenix Club of Nashville, serves on the board of Purpose Preparatory Academy, is the President of the Nashville Association of Rice Alumni, was a founding Advisory Council member of the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, is an advisor at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, and is a member of the Chartered Financial Analyst Society of Nashville. https://www.linkedin.com/in/rohit-padmanabhan-cfa-6434b56 The Phoenix Club of Nashville is a 100% volunteer-led 501(c)(3) organization of young men with a dual mission to benefit under-served youth in Middle Tennessee and to develop our members into leaders in their community and in business. Members of the Phoenix Club are actively looking for ways to make a positive and permanent impact on the lives of under-served youth and their community. https://phoenixclubofnashville.org https://https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-phoenix-club-of-nashville/ IG: @phoenixclub_nashville

49. Overcoming the Impostor (with Kris Kelso) Kris Kelso is a two-time entrepreneur, a Professional Certified Coach, an author, and a mentor to leaders around the world. He is a faculty instructor at the Professional Christian Coaching Institute, an advisor and instructor at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, and is a contributing writer for Fast Company Magazine, Yahoo Finance, and The Nashville Business Journal. Kris has unusually specific willpower, having not eaten a single donut in the past 17 years. In this episode:  •Kris shared why he wrote this book on Impostor Syndrome and what he hopes it will do for the reader. •Kris traveled all over the world to gather research and stories for the book. He shared a few impactful examples where impostor syndrome played a key role. •We talked about whether there is really any truth to the fact that impostor syndrome only affects women. •He shared his own experience with impostor syndrome in his career. •He shared the situations that he can see with some of the companies and clients he has and how he can spot if they are supportive of those who may suffer from impostor syndrome. •The role that self-sabotage can have on your career because of impostor syndrome. •He offers a free download of the one of the best chapters of his book here on his website. Kris's Book Recommendation: •DIY Brain by Dr. Roger Hall Connect with Kris: •www.KrisKelso.com •www.OvercomingtheImpostor.com •Kris Kelso on LinkedIn (ln/kriskeslo) •Kris Kelso on Instagram (@kriskelso) •Kris Kelso on Facebook (@thekriskelso) •Kris Kelso on Twitter (@kriskelso) •Overcoming the Impostor group on Facebook  Today's episode is sponsored by: The Choose Your Life Challenge at https://www.theoppositeofsmalltalk.com/challenge Use the promo code - Challenge4 for a 20% discount to the program and live a more intentional life! Thank you for listening to The Visibility Factor Podcast Check out my website to order my book and view the videos/resources for The Visibility Factor book. As always, I encourage you to reach out! You can email me at hello@susanmbarber.com. You can also find me on social media everywhere – Facebook, LinkedIn, and of course on The Visibility Factor Podcast! I look forward to connecting with you! If you liked The Visibility Factor, I would be so grateful if you could subscribe and rate it where you listen to podcasts! It helps the podcast get in front of more people who can learn how to be visible too! Thank you to the team at Sheep Jam Productions for the amazing support of The Visibility Factor Podcast! 

Kris Kelso is back for part ! We take a deeper dive with Kris about the Imposter Syndrome the symptons and experiences that make it up. Learn and adopt an Explorer mindset of how to get over the fear of failure. Biography of Kris: Kris Kelso is a keynote speaker, a two-time entrepreneur, and is the author of “Overcoming The Impostor: Silence Your Inner Critic and Lead with Confidence“. Trained and certified as an executive coach, Kris has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs, business owners, and their leadership teams. He is a faculty instructor at the Professional Christian Coaching Institute, an advisor and instructor at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, a Facilitator / Coach with The Alternative Board, and is a contributing writer for publications including Fast Company Magazine, Yahoo Finance, and The Nashville Business Journal Contact Information: Kris Kelso- https://www.kriskelso.com or https://www.overcomingtheimpostor.com/ or https://www.linkedin.com/in/kriskelso/ Benny Carreon- Velocity Technology Group- benny@velocitytechnology.group;https://velocitytechnology.group/ Dennis Jackson-WorX Solution- dennisj@worxsolution.com ; www.worxsolution.com Producer of the show: Meghan Jackson- meghanj@worxsolution.com Music by: jorikbasov from Pixabay

Small businesses create nearly two-thirds of new jobs in the workforce and account for 44% of US economic activity. So what's the secret to their success? What challenges do they face and which are the best cities and regions for them to thrive? Samira Hussein visits the city of Nashville in Tennessee, which is a hotbed of new businesses and start ups - there are reportedly four out of every 1000 Nashville residents are CEOs. Samira meets James Davenport and Mike Hinds, co-founders of the Nashville Barrel company who launched their whiskey company in the city in February 2020. She goes to a business ‘mixer' where CEO of the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, Jane Allen, gives an overview of Nashville's appeal. Tennessee has very low taxes which can encourage new business to the area - Bradley Jackson, president and CEO of the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce and Industry tells Samira how the approach works alongside other incentives. But what does this mean for the people living there? The state has one of the highest sales taxes in the country. That means everything you buy at the store costs more. Samira speaks to Dick Williams, board member of Tennesseans for Fair Taxation, who says this kind of tax scheme ends up hurting the most vulnerable people. Presented and produced by Samira Hussein Additional production: Rob Cave (Image: The lights on Broadway in Nashville. Credit: Getty Images)

In this episode of the Impostor Syndrome Files, we talk about the power of vulnerability. Most of us don't feel comfortable being vulnerable when we feel like an impostor. We look around and think that everyone else has it all figured out. So, we wear our masks and pretend that everything is fine. My guest this week, Kris Kelso, author of the book, Overcoming the Impostor, shares his perspective on vulnerability and how it can help us normalize impostor syndrome, create safer spaces for those around us and help us to better trust the compliments we receive.About My GuestKris Kelso is a keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and is the author of “Overcoming The Impostor: Silence Your Inner Critic and Lead with Confidence“. Trained and certified as an executive coach, Kris has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs, business owners, and their leadership teams. He is a faculty instructor at the Professional Christian Coaching Institute, an advisor and instructor at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, and is a contributing writer for publications including Fast Company Magazine, Yahoo Finance, and The Nashville Business Journal.Kris has founded multiple companies and has served on the boards of directors of several non-profit organizations. He is an active member of Cornerstone Nashville, where he serves, teaches, and coaches other leaders. He lives with his wife and three teenaged sons in a suburb of Nashville, Tennessee.~Connect with Kim and The Impostor Syndrome Files:Join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge:https://yourcareersuccess.com/impostor-syndrome-challenge/ Learn more about the Leading Humans discussion group:https://yourcareersuccess.com/leading-humans-discussion-group/Join the Slack channel to learn from, connect with and support other professionals: https://forms.gle/Ts4Vg4Nx4HDnTVUC6 Join the Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/leadinghumansSchedule time to speak with Kim Meninger directly about your questions/challenges: https://bookme.name/ExecCareer/strategy-session Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimmeninger/ Websites:https://yourcareersuccess.comhttps://impostorsyndromefiles.com

Our episode guest is Kris Kelso, CEO at The Kelso Group. He is a keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and author of “Overcoming The Impostor: Silence Your Inner Critic and Lead with Confidence.”Five things you'll learn from this episode:What impostor syndrome isWhat the opposite of impostor syndrome isWhy impostor syndrome is more common in high achievers How the Peter Principle relates to impostor syndrome How to overcome impostor syndrome Quotables“Humble confidence is your confidence being in the ability that you have to learn and adapt and grow.” — @kriskelso“It's the ability to say, I may not have all the answers, but I believe I can find the answers and I may not have achieved everything I want to achieve, but I believe that I'm on the path to getting there.” — @kriskelso“Don't value yourself by comparing yourself to others.” — @kriskelso“The only person that I need to be better than is me yesterday.” — @kriskelso“Success is built on the learning that comes through failure. And so when that inner critic wants to tell you, ‘You're at risk of failure, you better back up,' the mindset shift that you can use to combat that fear is failure is learning.” — @kriskelso“Community without vulnerability will feed your impostor syndrome, but community with vulnerability will starve it.” — @kriskelsoAbout Kris KelsoKris Kelso is a keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and author of “Overcoming The Impostor: Silence Your Inner Critic and Lead with Confidence.” Trained and certified as an executive coach, Kris has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs, business owners, and their leadership teams. He is a faculty instructor at the Professional Christian Coaching Institute, an adviser and instructor at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, and a contributing writer for publications including Fast Company Magazine, Yahoo Finance, and The Nashville Business Journal.Guest's contact info and resources:Listen to more episodes of the On Top of PR podcastFind out more about Axia Public RelationsFind Kris Kelso on TwitterConnect and learn more about Kris Kelso on LinkedIn Visit kriskelso.com for more information. Additional Resources:https://www.kriskelso.com/ontopofpr/Stop telling women they have impostor syndrome (regarding Kris's concerns about the article) Additional Resources from Axia Public Relations:The three types of PR agency clients.Support the show On Top of PR is produced by Axia Public Relations, named by Forbes as one of America's Best PR Agencies. Axia is an expert PR firm for national brands. On Top of PR is sponsored by ReviewMaxer, the platform for monitoring, improving, and promoting online customer reviews.

On this episode of the Trueface podcast, Robby is with Kris Kelso. Kris is a keynote speaker, entrepreneur and is the author of Overcoming The Impostor: Silence Your Inner Critic and Lead with Confidence. Trained and certified as an executive coach, Kris has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs, business owners, and their leadership teams. He is an advisor and instructor at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, is a Facilitator / Coach with The Alternative Board, and is a contributing writer for The Nashville Business Journal.Kris has founded multiple companies and has served on the boards of directors of several non-profit organizations. He is an active member of Cornerstone Nashville, where he serves, teaches, and coaches other leaders. He lives with his wife and three teenage sons in Nashville, Tennessee.If you want to learn more about Kris and his work, visit www.overcomingtheimpostor.com or www.kriskelso.com.Want to know when we release episodes? Sign up here: https://www.trueface.org/podcast-subscribe.Thanks for joining the podcast. Our goal is to help you experience and apply grace to your everyday life through sharing stories and processing these principles as we all learn to live beyond the mask. If you enjoyed this episode of the Trueface Podcast, it would help us if you would share this podcast with your friends and give us a 5-star review wherever you listen to this podcast.Support the show

In case you missed it, here is our recent interview with On3 Founder and CEO Shannon Terry. In the discussion with Alan Karpick, Terry outlines why GoldandBlack.com was an important acquisition with fledging network and how he sees On3 making a big impact in the new world of college athletics, especially focusing on NIL. Become a member of GoldandBlack.com for just $1. According to Terry's LinkedIn bio, he recently founded Outsider, On3 and co-founded Spiny.ai. He previously founded and served as CEO of 247Sports (launched 2010). 247Sports was acquired by CBS Sports in January 2016. Terry Co-founded Rivals.com, in June 2000. In July 2007, Rivals.com was acquired by Yahoo!. Terry is also Co-Founder and led Pop Culture Media (ComicBook.com and PopCulture.com). In April 2017, Pop Culture Media was acquired by CBS Interactive. Companies founded by Shannon have generated more than $750 million in online revenue over the past decade. Terry has received numerous accolades in business and entrepreneurship over the past two decades, being named to the Nashville Entrepreneur Center's 2016 Hall of Fame class. Terry was named to the SportsBusiness Journal's Forty Under 40 in 2006 and 2007, and the SportsBusiness Journal's Forty Under 40 Hall of Fame in 2008. Terry was the trade publication's first digital media Hall of Fame recipient. Terry was also named to the trade publication's 20 Most Influential People in Online Sports (ranked No. 11 & No. 14, respectively) list in 2007 and 2008. A 1992 graduate of Lipscomb University, Terry was co-Captain of the University's basketball team where his senior class posted more wins during its 4 years than any class in the history of college basketball (145-16).  

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Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Janet M. Miller, CEO of Colliers International Nashville, who highlights the commercial real estate firm and how she got into the business by leading business recruitment, expansion, international business and marketing in the Middle Tennessee region as the former Chief Economic Development Officer for the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce. During the interview, Janet talks about economic development, but the importance of putting people first. She also talks about her passion for serving in the nonprofit sector and why community service is so important personally and professionally. Janet currently serves as chairman of the Nashville Entrepreneur Center board of directors, vice chair of the Metropolitan Transit Authority, and as a board member for Delta Dental of Tennessee. During the interview, she spotlights the Nashville Entrepreneur Center and their upcoming event, the NEXT Awards on October 24, and then talks about some of the things that she has learned serving on the board with Delta Dental of Tennessee.Visit www.colliers.com to learn more about Colliers International Nashville, www.ec.co to learn more about the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, or www.deltadentaltn.com to learn more about Delta Dental of Tennessee.

This week, we welcome Tina Phillips, founder of 615 Innovations to the show! Tina is an experienced business development executive with almost 15 years of proven success generating bottom-line revenue for both for-profit and nonprofit organizations through new client acquisition and retention, new product development, marketing and brand-building strategies, and identifying and maintaining strategic partnerships. She is also the daughter of two small business entrepreneurs and, before the age of 30, became an equity owner herself of a multi-million dollar government affairs firm in Washington, DC. In 2020, Tina decided to leverage her experience in sales and marketing and start 615innovations, a business development consulting firm whose mission is to empower small business owners and startup founders with innovative strategy and implementation services needed to become industry leaders and trailblazers. Tina is also an advisor for entrepreneurs (and future entrepreneurs!) at Battle Ground Academy in Franklin, TN, The Nashville Entrepreneur Center, and Vanderbilt University's Innovation Center, The Wond'ry.In the interview, Sydney, Walker, and Tina talk all things sales and marketing for small business owners such as:- Common challenges faced by small business owners when it comes to sales and marketing- How to develop a customer journey and sales process- How to get leads to convert- How to define and hone in on your ideal customer- How to follow up with a sales prospect- How to negotiate in the sales process -How NOT to prospect a potential customer/client- The formula for a business elevator pitchLearn more and connect with Tina and her company by following them on Instagram @615Innovations or visiting their website https://615innovations.com 

Kris Kelso is a keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and is the author of “Overcoming The Impostor: Silence Your Inner Critic and Lead with Confidence“.In this episode:We get honest and real about feeling "not good enough"We explain Imposter Syndrome We talk candidly about how to believe in yourselfAnd we address what it means to truly be successfulTrained and certified as an executive coach, Kris Kelso has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs, business owners, and their leadership teams. He is a faculty instructor at the Professional Christian Coaching Institute, an advisor and instructor at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, and is a contributing writer for publications including Fast Company Magazine, Yahoo Finance, and The Nashville Business Journal.Kris has founded multiple companies and has served on the boards of directors of several non-profit organizations. He is an active member of Cornerstone Nashville, where he serves, teaches, and coaches other leaders. He lives with his wife and three teenaged sons in a suburb of Nashville, Tennessee.Where to find Kris:Website: https://www.kriskelso.com/Book: https://www.overcomingtheimpostor.com/For more Leadership Resources, visit: https://KylaCofer.comSupport the showThanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks at KylaCofer.com/freestuff. Book Kyla to speak at your event here, or to connect further, reach out to Kyla on LinkedIn and Instagram.All transcripts are created with Descript, an amazing transcript creation and editing tool. Check it out for yourself!Leadership School Production:Produced by Kyla CoferEdited by Neel Panji @ PodLeaF ProductionsAssistant Production Alaina Hulette

This Week's Guests: Body language expert - Scott Rouse Comedian - Boris khaykin Comedian - Dan Naturman The World's Famous comedy Cellar presents "Live From America Podcast" with Noam Dworman and Hatem Gabr. The top experts and thinkers of the world and the best comics in the Nation get together weekly with our hosts to discuss different topics each week, News, Culture, Politics, comedy & and more with an equal parts of knowledge and comedy! Scott Rouse: As a behavior analyst and body language expert, Scott Rouse holds multiple certificates in advanced interrogation training and has been trained alongside the FBI, Secret Service, U.S. Military Intelligence, and the Department of Defense. His extensive training, education, and practice of nonverbal communication has made him an expert and consultant to law enforcement as well as Fortune 100 Companies, attorneys, private investigators, executives, and entertainers. He is also a TEDx Speaker. Scott, along with Greg Hartley, Mark Bowden, and Chase Hughes ( the top 4 body language experts in the world) created the popular YouTube channel, The Behavior Panel, where they analyze body language and human behavior in videos of public interest. As a regular guest and consultant to and for The Dr. Phil Show, Scott analyzes body language and behavior. Scott lectures on Body Language at Vanderbilt University, Owen Graduate School of Business Management, Belmont University, Lipscomb University, The University of Tennessee, and teaches Continuing Legal Education courses on Body Language for the Tennessee Bar Association. As well, he trains law enforcement and military across the U.S. As Entrepreneur In Residence at The Nashville Entrepreneur Center 2011 to 2017, Scott created the Pitch Department where he trained new, as well as seasoned, Entrepreneurs to pitch for funding. From Nashville, to Silicon Valley, to Shark Tank, his training has helped startups raise over $500M. His techniques in training and teaching are used and hailed by Entrepreneurs all over the world. Follow Live From America YouTube www.youtube.com/channel/UCS2fqgw61yK1J6iKNxV0LmA Twitter twitter.com/AmericasPodcast www.LiveFromAmericaPodcast.com LiveFromAmerica@ComedyCellar.com Follow Hatem Twitter twitter.com/HatemNYC Instagram www.instagram.com/hatemnyc/ Follow Noam Twitter twitter.com/noamdworman?lang #BodyLanguage #ScottRouse #BodyLanguageScottRose

How I Became a Coach with Kris Kelso   This week we are giving you a rare, behind-the-scenes view of what it really takes to become a professional coach. In this candid interview with Kris Kelso, PCC, you'll hear the ups and downs, the successes and the mistakes, Kris has experienced in his transition from owning a technology company to becoming an author, entrepreneur, and executive coach.   Tune in to learn the importance of:   Emphasizing mindset more than mechanics Growing personally as well as professionally Integrating multiple passions into a portfolio career Figuring out the blend of services that's right for you   About Kris Kelso   Kris Kelso, PCC is an entrepreneur who has founded and run multiple companies in the technology and healthcare industries. Today, he works primarily as an executive coach, a keynote speaker, and a contributing author for publications including Fast Company, Yahoo Finance, and The Nashville Business Journal.   His book, “Overcoming The Impostor: Silence Your Inner Critic and Lead with Confidence“, offers entrepreneurs and leaders a practical look at impostor syndrome, and explores that inner voice that downplays our own accomplishments while amplifying those of others.   Kris has coached and consulted with hundreds of entrepreneurs, business owners, and their leadership teams. He is a faculty member at the Professional Christian Coaching Institute, an advisor and instructor at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, and has served on the boards of directors of several non-profit organizations.   He is an active member of Cornerstone Nashville, where he serves, teaches, and coaches other leaders. He lives with his wife and three teenaged sons in a suburb of Nashville, Tennessee.   Connect with Kris at www.KrisKelso.com.

In this episode Kris Kelso and Joshua Maddux talk about the struggled of Impostor Syndrome. This really hits home as a small business owner and launching this podcast. This episode is packed full of awesome notes and takeaways. Get a free sample chapter of his book at: https://overcomingtheimpostor.com/resources Our episode highlights: Change the definition of failure Vulnerability - you have to open up to overcome Imposter syndrome. Humble confidence - Be aware of your limitations, but know that you can learn and grow. Bio: Kris Kelso is a keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and is the author of “Overcoming The Impostor: Silence Your Inner Critic and Lead with Confidence“. Trained and certified as an executive coach, Kris has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs, business owners, and their leadership teams. He is a faculty instructor at the Professional Christian Coaching Institute, an advisor and instructor at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, a Facilitator / Coach with The Alternative Board, and is a contributing writer for publications including Fast Company Magazine, Yahoo Finance, and The Nashville Business Journal. Kris has founded multiple companies and has served on the boards of directors of several non-profit organizations. He is an active member of Cornerstone Nashville, where he serves, teaches, and coaches other leaders. He lives with his wife and three teenaged sons in a suburb of Nashville, Tennessee. Links: LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kriskelso Website: https://www.kriskelso.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/thekriskelso IG: https://www.instagram.com/thekriskelso ---------- In The Bunker Podcast Links ---------- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/in-the-bunker-podcast (https://www.linkedin.com/company/in-the-bunker-podcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthebunkerpodcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/inthebunkerpodcast/) FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/InTheBunkerPodcast/ (https://www.facebook.com/InTheBunkerPodcast/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyvc50KjJZCqDM37mug6W1Q (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyvc50KjJZCqDM37mug6W1Q) Website: https://www.inthebunkerpodcast.com/ (https://www.inthebunkerpodcast.com) Listen Links: https://www.inthebunkerpodcast.com/listen (https://www.inthebunkerpodcast.com/listen) Become a Guest: https://www.inthebunkerpodcast.com/guest (https://www.inthebunkerpodcast.com/guest)

The stages of the entrepreneur's lifecycle and journey with Jane Allen. Jane also shares her personal story, from attorney to business owner and now the CEO of the Nashville Entrepreneur Center. The Nashville Entrepreneur Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting entrepreneurs with the resources needed to increase their probability for success at any stage. Henry Lopez is the host of The How of Business podcast – helping you start, run and grow your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business and entrepreneurs.

Today on the podcast we welcome Jane Allen CEO of the Entrepreneur Center in Nashville, Tennessee. Jane not only brings a great deal of wisdom and experience on taking an idea from concept to launch to sustainable business, but she also understands firsthand the power of collaboration and connectivity of the entrepreneur community to the broader corporate community. We are thrilled to welcome her as a guest and share this conversation with all of our listeners!   Let's Connect: Instagram: instagram.com/movinguppodcast/ Facebook: facebook.com/TheWilsonGroupRealEstate podcast@wilsongrouprealestate.com Learn about Studio Bank: studiobank.com Nashville Entrepreneur Center: https://www.ec.co

Jane Allen shares how she built a brand new category of business by taking a chance on trying to solve a problem she saw lawyers facing every single day. Find out about how Jane grew her initial client base for Counsel on Call, how proactive problem solving can be developed into a growth system for business, and why the most important thing you can do in sales is take a chance and ask for what you want.   Mo asks Jane Allen: Tell me of the moment where you realized you wanted to focus on business development. Jane originally went to law school because she had read Death of a Salesman in college, and she didn't want to end up like Willy Loman. It turned out that to be a successful lawyer, you had to be a really good Willy Loman. Jane loved working with clients to solve their problems, and when you do that, they want you to solve more problems. Her natural approach of getting to know her clients in order to solve their problems made her realize that she loves the relationship building aspect of the business. There are a lot of women leaving the profession of being a lawyer. Prior to launching Counsel on Call Jane started looking for women who were exiting the industry to help her solve client problems in a different way. The business became a hybrid solution for meeting a need in the marketplace as well as the lawyers that serviced clients. Jane had three children in three years while also working as a lawyer full time. She was never the person that went to networking events, but she did have the advantage of working with very well-respected partners. Jane started her business by dialing for dollars out of the Nashville Bar Association book. She committed to making ten phone calls each day, started tracking her metrics, and landing meetings. Many said no, but most people said yes and the momentum started to snowball. When it comes to extremely technical professions, many people struggle with asking for help. Jane's approach was the reverse, and focused specifically on asking for help in creating a company that would change her prospect's business for the better. As an entrepreneur trying to solve a problem, Jane needed the voices of people in the industry to understand that a problem really existed and what the possible solution would be. To start off, Jane began with one lawyer and one law firm, and after the first few years the company had three offices helping lawyers practice in a way they couldn't before. By the time Jane sold the company, there were 1,200 lawyers on the team. Jane recalls the story of how she helped one lawyer in particular in a relatively minor way, and how her advice allowed his career to flourish, simply by being willing to help.   Mo asks Jane Allen: What is your personal definition of business development? Jane's definition is simply proactive problem solving. If you are trying to sell something, it should be something they need and may not know they need it. It's about showing them a problem they have as well as the solution. People don't like to be sold to, but they do like to buy. If you're struggling with being proactive, realize that it's not the job of the prospect to call you or respond to your email. It's your job to get the meeting. One of the best kinds of meetings is when someone says that they are not going to work with you, then at least you're not going to waste your time. Don't waste their time. Even if you think you have all the answers, you don't. The goal of the first meeting is to ask thought provoking questions and to determine whether you have a solution to their problem. If you can't resolve everything in one meeting, the goal is to secure the next. The prospect should understand the importance of the next meeting and you should give them enough of a cliffhanger that they anticipate it.   Mo asks Jane Allen: What is your favorite science, step, or story from the GrowBIG Training or Snowball System? The personality test was the most fascinating element of the GrowBIG Training that completely transformed the way Jane's company thought about meetings and communicating with other people. Jane has a systems mindset that allows her to scale a business that served her very well in Counsel on Call. Efficiency is a major driver for Jane, and she is always looking for ways to grow that don't lose the elements of a personal relationship. Jane set communication as a priority from the start and then developed systems around that central principle. Jane also spent a lot of time developing databases to track metrics like the number of Give-to-Gets completed, objections, and asking for the next steps. Practice and having fun were also built into the system. The business has to be bigger than the individual. You have to capture the data to help you learn and evolve and keep yourself and your team accountable. If you're not meeting people who are decision makers or can't help you get to that point, is it really a good use of your time? You have to get honest about how you spend your time and then get really deliberate about how you spend the time you have. Focus first on how you're different, and then how you're going to eliminate the prospect's risk of change. Measuring the quantity and quality of your business development efforts is the key to seeing an increase in your results. Try to get one metric of each that matches your book of business and relationships you're trying to build.   Mo asks Jane Allen: Tell us a business development story that you are really proud of. Jane tells the story from the early 2000's during a time when the people they were serving in corporate America were being overwhelmed by the explosion of data. One fateful dinner and “what if” scenario later, Jane started collaborating with a firm to solve real world problems with a solution that was unheard of at the time. As an entrepreneur, Jane didn't take time to reflect on the success since she was so focused on the execution. Looking back now, finding a partner that was willing to take a risk and then deliver something that enabled her clients to practice law in a completely different way is something she's very proud of. In terms of her career, Jane is most proud of the incredible people she worked with and learned from, as well as being willing to take the chance on herself and her vision for her business. Reach for your goals and take the chance. Rejection is a part of life, but you will never achieve anything if you don't try.   Mo asks Jane Allen: If you could record a message to your younger self around business development or growth skills, what would it say? Jane would tell herself to embrace it. Embrace your intrinsic drive to connect with people. Jane wouldn't have referred to herself as an extrovert, but when it came to her work and her business, she committed herself to getting the job done and connecting with people. Jane likes to solve people's problems and connect them with what they need. Creating systems in her life that drive those actions and allow her focus on that has been the key to her success. Before becoming a lawyer, Jane was a school teacher where she loved helping kids understand complex problems. That trait has been a common thread throughout her life. Jane now works with entrepreneurs and helps them find resources and mentors through the Nashville Entrepreneur Center.     Mentioned in this Episode: GrowBIGPlaybook.com ec.co jane.allen@ec.co

Jane Allen shares how she built a brand new category of business by taking a chance on trying to solve a problem she saw lawyers facing every single day. Find out about how Jane grew her initial client base for Counsel on Call, how proactive problem solving can be developed into a growth system for business, and why the most important thing you can do in sales is take a chance and ask for what you want.   Mo asks Jane Allen: Tell me of the moment where you realized you wanted to focus on business development. Jane originally went to law school because she had read Death of a Salesman in college, and she didn't want to end up like Willy Loman. It turned out that to be a successful lawyer, you had to be a really good Willy Loman. Jane loved working with clients to solve their problems, and when you do that, they want you to solve more problems. Her natural approach of getting to know her clients in order to solve their problems made her realize that she loves the relationship building aspect of the business. There are a lot of women leaving the profession of being a lawyer. Prior to launching Counsel on Call Jane started looking for women who were exiting the industry to help her solve client problems in a different way. The business became a hybrid solution for meeting a need in the marketplace as well as the lawyers that serviced clients. Jane had three children in three years while also working as a lawyer full time. She was never the person that went to networking events, but she did have the advantage of working with very well-respected partners. Jane started her business by dialing for dollars out of the Nashville Bar Association book. She committed to making ten phone calls each day, started tracking her metrics, and landing meetings. Many said no, but most people said yes and the momentum started to snowball. When it comes to extremely technical professions, many people struggle with asking for help. Jane's approach was the reverse, and focused specifically on asking for help in creating a company that would change her prospect's business for the better. As an entrepreneur trying to solve a problem, Jane needed the voices of people in the industry to understand that a problem really existed and what the possible solution would be. To start off, Jane began with one lawyer and one law firm, and after the first few years the company had three offices helping lawyers practice in a way they couldn't before. By the time Jane sold the company, there were 1,200 lawyers on the team. Jane recalls the story of how she helped one lawyer in particular in a relatively minor way, and how her advice allowed his career to flourish, simply by being willing to help.   Mo asks Jane Allen: What is your personal definition of business development? Jane's definition is simply proactive problem solving. If you are trying to sell something, it should be something they need and may not know they need it. It's about showing them a problem they have as well as the solution. People don't like to be sold to, but they do like to buy. If you're struggling with being proactive, realize that it's not the job of the prospect to call you or respond to your email. It's your job to get the meeting. One of the best kinds of meetings is when someone says that they are not going to work with you, then at least you're not going to waste your time. Don't waste their time. Even if you think you have all the answers, you don't. The goal of the first meeting is to ask thought provoking questions and to determine whether you have a solution to their problem. If you can't resolve everything in one meeting, the goal is to secure the next. The prospect should understand the importance of the next meeting and you should give them enough of a cliffhanger that they anticipate it.   Mo asks Jane Allen: What is your favorite science, step, or story from the GrowBIG Training or Snowball System? The personality test was the most fascinating element of the GrowBIG Training that completely transformed the way Jane's company thought about meetings and communicating with other people. Jane has a systems mindset that allows her to scale a business that served her very well in Counsel on Call. Efficiency is a major driver for Jane, and she is always looking for ways to grow that don't lose the elements of a personal relationship. Jane set communication as a priority from the start and then developed systems around that central principle. Jane also spent a lot of time developing databases to track metrics like the number of Give-to-Gets completed, objections, and asking for the next steps. Practice and having fun were also built into the system. The business has to be bigger than the individual. You have to capture the data to help you learn and evolve and keep yourself and your team accountable. If you're not meeting people who are decision makers or can't help you get to that point, is it really a good use of your time? You have to get honest about how you spend your time and then get really deliberate about how you spend the time you have. Focus first on how you're different, and then how you're going to eliminate the prospect's risk of change. Measuring the quantity and quality of your business development efforts is the key to seeing an increase in your results. Try to get one metric of each that matches your book of business and relationships you're trying to build.   Mo asks Jane Allen: Tell us a business development story that you are really proud of. Jane tells the story from the early 2000's during a time when the people they were serving in corporate America were being overwhelmed by the explosion of data. One fateful dinner and “what if” scenario later, Jane started collaborating with a firm to solve real world problems with a solution that was unheard of at the time. As an entrepreneur, Jane didn't take time to reflect on the success since she was so focused on the execution. Looking back now, finding a partner that was willing to take a risk and then deliver something that enabled her clients to practice law in a completely different way is something she's very proud of. In terms of her career, Jane is most proud of the incredible people she worked with and learned from, as well as being willing to take the chance on herself and her vision for her business. Reach for your goals and take the chance. Rejection is a part of life, but you will never achieve anything if you don't try.   Mo asks Jane Allen: If you could record a message to your younger self around business development or growth skills, what would it say? Jane would tell herself to embrace it. Embrace your intrinsic drive to connect with people. Jane wouldn't have referred to herself as an extrovert, but when it came to her work and her business, she committed herself to getting the job done and connecting with people. Jane likes to solve people's problems and connect them with what they need. Creating systems in her life that drive those actions and allow her focus on that has been the key to her success. Before becoming a lawyer, Jane was a school teacher where she loved helping kids understand complex problems. That trait has been a common thread throughout her life. Jane now works with entrepreneurs and helps them find resources and mentors through the Nashville Entrepreneur Center.     Mentioned in this Episode: GrowBIGPlaybook.com ec.co jane.allen@ec.co

Mo asks Jane Allen: If you could record a message to your younger self around business development or growth skills, what would it say? Jane would tell herself to embrace it. Embrace your intrinsic drive to connect with people. Jane wouldn't have referred to herself as an extrovert, but when it came to her work and her business, she committed herself to getting the job done and connecting with people. Jane likes to solve people's problems and connect them with what they need. Creating systems in her life that drive those actions and allow her focus on that has been the key to her success. Before becoming a lawyer, Jane was a school teacher where she loved helping kids understand complex problems. That trait has been a common thread throughout her life. Jane now works with entrepreneurs and helps them find resources and mentors through the Nashville Entrepreneur Center.     Mentioned in this Episode: GrowBIGPlaybook.com ec.co jane.allen@ec.co

Mo asks Jane Allen: If you could record a message to your younger self around business development or growth skills, what would it say? Jane would tell herself to embrace it. Embrace your intrinsic drive to connect with people. Jane wouldn't have referred to herself as an extrovert, but when it came to her work and her business, she committed herself to getting the job done and connecting with people. Jane likes to solve people's problems and connect them with what they need. Creating systems in her life that drive those actions and allow her focus on that has been the key to her success. Before becoming a lawyer, Jane was a school teacher where she loved helping kids understand complex problems. That trait has been a common thread throughout her life. Jane now works with entrepreneurs and helps them find resources and mentors through the Nashville Entrepreneur Center.     Mentioned in this Episode: GrowBIGPlaybook.com ec.co jane.allen@ec.co

In this episode of Money Tales, our guest is Sharon Reynolds. Sharon is a successful serial entrepreneur. Her first entrepreneurial role model was her grandfather, who had to hide money in the walls of his home to protect his earnings from the Klan. She had the same perseverance as she launched her first start-up in high school as a seamstress and bespoke neighborhood designer. Today, she's in the process of raising $70 million in series A round for one of her latest ventures. Sharon, President and CEO of DevMar Products, LLC, began her company with the idea to develop and distribute environmentally friendly, innovative products that eradicate pathogens while creating healthy spaces and sustaining the environment. DevMar Products, LLC was launched in December of 2007, right on the cusp of the financial crisis. By 2011, DevMar was recognized as a “Green Hero” of Nashville by the “Nashville Post” and the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce. In 2012, DevMar was selected as the recipient of the Women Impacting Public Policy Business Leadership “External Communications” award. Afterwards, the company was named one of the NEXT 50 Companies to Watch by the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce and the Nashville Entrepreneur Center. In February 2013, DevMar was featured by the Office Depot Office of Diversity and Inclusion's Top customer profile. The company is proud to be featured in publications such as Essence Magazine, WE South, WE USA, Diversity Professional, CleanLink, Beyond Exclamation, Enterprising Women, the Her Story of Success Podcast, MBE Magazine, The Tennessee Tribune, Black EOE Journal, Nashville Post and Business Williamson. Most recently, Sharon was honored as a 2021 Women to Watch in the Nashville Medical News. 2020, for all its challenges, also brought a few opportunities. Enterprising Women selected Sharon as one of the Top 20 in 2020 Award Recipients. Sharon was selected to participate in the prestigious Million Women Mentors Program sponsored by Wells Fargo; DevMar Products was awarded Beyonce's #BeyGood for Black Businesses Grant in collaboration with the NAACP; and DevMar continues to develop products that Clean, Disinfect, and Protect. Sharon received the 100 Black Men/Women President's Organization Women of Color Achievement Award and was honored with the Power Moves Award as Best Entrepreneur of the Year in 2018. She was one of the 100 Leading Women in 2018 and in the same year, received MBE Magazine's WBEs Who Rock Award – an honor established to provide special recognition for women business owners who exemplify passion, courage, and leadership in their pursuit of business success. In September 2017, DevMar was named the WBEC South Tier I Supplier of the Year. In 2015, the Nashville Black Chamber of Commerce named DevMar as the Small Business of the Year recipient and Sharon successfully graduated the SBA Emerging Leaders Initiative for Entrepreneurs. June of 2014, DevMar Products was selected by WBEC South as the WBE Spotlight company and was recognized a 2014 Small Business Awards recipient. In October of 2013, Sharon was selected as a WBENC scholarship recipient and attended the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, WBENC Executive Program at IBM in Palisades, New York. She was a Nashville Business Journal 2013 Women of Influence award recipient and was featured in the People Issue of the Nashville Scene for her contributions to sustainability through her line of specialty green products. Before earning her Executive MBA from Tennessee State University and graduating with distinction, Sharon earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management with a focus on Green & Sustainable Enterprise. She was inducted into the Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society at TSU and the Sigma Nu Tau Entrepreneurship Honor Society at Belmont University. Sharon continues to promote parity and equity for women through her position on the Board of Directors of the Women Business Collaborative and her ...

In this episode of Money Tales, our guest is Sharon Reynolds. Sharon is a successful serial entrepreneur. Her first entrepreneurial role model was her grandfather, who had to hide money in the walls of his home to protect his earnings from the Klan. She had the same perseverance as she launched her first start-up in high school as a seamstress and bespoke neighborhood designer. Today, she's in the process of raising $70 million in series A round for one of her latest ventures. Sharon, President and CEO of DevMar Products, LLC, began her company with the idea to develop and distribute environmentally friendly, innovative products that eradicate pathogens while creating healthy spaces and sustaining the environment. DevMar Products, LLC was launched in December of 2007, right on the cusp of the financial crisis. By 2011, DevMar was recognized as a “Green Hero” of Nashville by the “Nashville Post” and the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce. In 2012, DevMar was selected as the recipient of the Women Impacting Public Policy Business Leadership “External Communications” award. Afterwards, the company was named one of the NEXT 50 Companies to Watch by the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce and the Nashville Entrepreneur Center. In February 2013, DevMar was featured by the Office Depot Office of Diversity and Inclusion's Top customer profile. The company is proud to be featured in publications such as Essence Magazine, WE South, WE USA, Diversity Professional, CleanLink, Beyond Exclamation, Enterprising Women, the Her Story of Success Podcast, MBE Magazine, The Tennessee Tribune, Black EOE Journal, Nashville Post and Business Williamson. Most recently, Sharon was honored as a 2021 Women to Watch in the Nashville Medical News. 2020, for all its challenges, also brought a few opportunities. Enterprising Women selected Sharon as one of the Top 20 in 2020 Award Recipients. Sharon was selected to participate in the prestigious Million Women Mentors Program sponsored by Wells Fargo; DevMar Products was awarded Beyonce's #BeyGood for Black Businesses Grant in collaboration with the NAACP; and DevMar continues to develop products that Clean, Disinfect, and Protect. Sharon received the 100 Black Men/Women President's Organization Women of Color Achievement Award and was honored with the Power Moves Award as Best Entrepreneur of the Year in 2018. She was one of the 100 Leading Women in 2018 and in the same year, received MBE Magazine's WBEs Who Rock Award – an honor established to provide special recognition for women business owners who exemplify passion, courage, and leadership in their pursuit of business success. In September 2017, DevMar was named the WBEC South Tier I Supplier of the Year. In 2015, the Nashville Black Chamber of Commerce named DevMar as the Small Business of the Year recipient and Sharon successfully graduated the SBA Emerging Leaders Initiative for Entrepreneurs. June of 2014, DevMar Products was selected by WBEC South as the WBE Spotlight company and was recognized a 2014 Small Business Awards recipient. In October of 2013, Sharon was selected as a WBENC scholarship recipient and attended the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, WBENC Executive Program at IBM in Palisades, New York. She was a Nashville Business Journal 2013 Women of Influence award recipient and was featured in the People Issue of the Nashville Scene for her contributions to sustainability through her line of specialty green products. Before earning her Executive MBA from Tennessee State University and graduating with distinction, Sharon earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management with a focus on Green & Sustainable Enterprise. She was inducted into the Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society at TSU and the Sigma Nu Tau Entrepreneurship Honor Society at Belmont University. Sharon continues to promote parity and equity for women through her position on the Board of Directors of the Women Business Collaborative and her ...

Have you ever felt that you weren't deserving of praise and that you didn't have all the answers? You are in charge of a big project or you started this company so you should be the one everyone turns to? You may be suffering from Imposter's Syndrome. Today's guest, Kris Kelso a 2-time entrepreneur and Leadership coach talks about what it is and how to make sure it doesn't get the best or you or your team Biography of Kris: Kris Kelso is a keynote speaker, a two-time entrepreneur, and is the author of “Overcoming The Impostor: Silence Your Inner Critic and Lead with Confidence“. Trained and certified as an executive coach, Kris has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs, business owners, and their leadership teams. He is a faculty instructor at the Professional Christian Coaching Institute, an advisor and instructor at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, a Facilitator / Coach with The Alternative Board, and is a contributing writer for publications including Fast Company Magazine, Yahoo Finance, and The Nashville Business Journal Contact Information: Kris Kelso- https://www.kriskelso.com or https://www.overcomingtheimpostor.com/ or https://www.linkedin.com/in/kriskelso/ Benny Carreon- Velocity Technology Group- benny@velocitytechnology.group;https://velocitytechnology.group/ Dennis Jackson-WorX Solution- dennisj@worxsolution.com ; www.worxsolution.com Producer of the show: Meghan Jackson- meghanj@worxsolution.com Music by: jorikbasov from Pixabay

This week we are thrilled to feature Ashlee Ammons on our podcast. Ashlee Ammons is the Co-Founder and the President of Mixtroz. She is the 38th Black Female to raise over $1M in pre-seed funding. Prior to co-founding Mixtroz with her mother, Kerry Schrader, Ashlee established a career as an Events Producer working with an impressive list of A-listers including Oprah Winfrey, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Jay-Z, as well as legacy brands like Moët Hennessy and Coca-Cola. Ashlee serves on the Executive Board of Tech Birmingham and is an Advisor to the Nashville Entrepreneur Center following her time on the NEC's Board. Ashlee is a 2019 Birmingham Business Journal 40 Under 40 recipient as well as Birmingham 40 Under 40 of the decade and Business Journals National Rising Star. Ashlee and her mother were named “Powerful Women” by Entrepreneur Magazine on their inaugural list in November 2019.  Tune into this week's episode to learn more about overcoming failures.

From The Chase Studio at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, Circle Back Season 2 is here! We're returning with even more of Nashville's most exceptional entrepreneurs revisiting the moments that defined their path. Hosted by Clark Buckner, these founders offer inspiration and practical insights to those navigating their own entrepreneurial journeys.

Actors, business people, politicians, athletes, and other highly-skilled professionals all suffer from a phenomenon that weighs them down and limits their success. Despite dominating their respective fields, they feel like everyone else knows something they don't. That one day they'll be "figured out". Causing stress. Fear. Self-doubt. Overwhelm. Today, you'll learn how to harness imposter syndrome to catapult your career, relationships, and life satisfaction. Meet our guest Trained and certified as an executive coach, Kris has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs, business owners, and their leadership teams. He is a faculty instructor at the Professional Christian Coaching Institute, an advisor and instructor at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, a Facilitator / Coach with The Alternative Board, and is a contributing writer for publications including Fast Company Magazine, Yahoo Finance, and The Nashville Business Journal. Kris has founded multiple companies and has served on the boards of directors of several non-profit organizations. Thank you to our sponsors Outliyr Peak Performance Shop: get exclusive discounts on cutting-edge health, wellness, & performance gear Key takeaways Anxiety and excitement share many of the same characteristics and can be transmuted into each other Quick and easy way to find your tribe of accepting, like-minded folks Learning about and counteracting imposter syndrome can lead to unparalleled growth and success Links Watch it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9cvRIzEiqcY Full episode show notes: mindbodypeak.com/26 Connect with Nick on social media Instagram Twitter YouTube LinkedIn Other ways to support Subscribe Leave an Apple Podcast review Do you have questions, thoughts or feedback for Kris or me? Let me know at mindbodypeak.com/26 and one of us will get back to you! Keep growing, Nick

In this episode we talk to Haley Zapolski, affectionately known as Zap, the Program Manager at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center. We dive into her role at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, her controversial childhood crush, Zap's love for technology, and how she's a champion for the emerging tech scene in Nashville. Also, check out Andale's full version of Cheat Code at the end of the episode. Cheat Code is available on Apple Music, Spotify, Google Play and all streaming platforms. Follow @techdontsleep on social media:twitter: @techdontsleepInstagram: @techdontsleepfacebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/techdontsleep/youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCegw8P-J7oZnnWbBwnLxznASubscribe to our Podcast:Apple:Spotify:Google Podcast:REGISTER FOR A TECH GRAB BAG:Website: TechDontSleep.com

After meeting Elaine through the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, I just KNEW I had to interview her. Elaine Williams is founder of HealedPeople.com and owner of Construction Depot Solutions in Nashville. She is a natural networker, connector and researcher with remarkable insight. Elaine is a delight, and full of leadership tips and wisdom, accompanied by the perfect stories for every situation. You won't want to miss this episode.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/supportSupport the showThanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks at KylaCofer.com/freestuff. Book Kyla to speak at your event here, or to connect further, reach out to Kyla on LinkedIn and Instagram.All transcripts are created with Descript, an amazing transcript creation and editing tool. Check it out for yourself!Leadership School Production:Produced by Kyla CoferEdited by Neel Panji @ PodLeaF ProductionsAssistant Production Alaina Hulette