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Justin Jones-Fosu, MBA, CSP is a full-time family man who also happens to be a highly sought-after business speaker, social entrepreneur, and meaningful work researcher. He is the founder and CEO of Work. Meaningful. where he combines over a decade of leadership in Fortune 500 companies, his real-life experience and research to help global organizations create new rhythms of sustainable excellence, profitability, and engagement. Speaking over 60 times a year, Justin speaks and leads workshops and training with companies, organizations, and associations in the US and internationally on meaningful work and workplace engagement. He is passionate about helping organizations and individuals take ownership of their mindset, purpose, and performance to achieve amazing results. His latest book "Your WHY Matters NOW: How Some Achieve More and Others Don't" challenges the reader to merge their purpose and productivity to get more out of work and life. His latest book "I Respectfully Disagree" will be out April 16th. In this podcast, Justin and Cindra talk about: Why Should You Respectfully Disagree 5 Pillars to Bridge the Divide How to cultivate your curiosity His 3A Framework The Power of 3 His 3 Self-Model HIGH PERFORMANCE MINDSET SHOWNOTES FOR THIS EPISODE: www.cindrakamphoff.com/598 TO LEARN MORE ABOUT JUSTIN: Justin Jones-Fosu | Workplace Engagement and Diversity & Inclusion Speaker, Trainer and Author (workmeaningful.com) TO ORDER JUSTIN'S NEW BOOK: Amazon FOLLOW SIGN UP FOR THE FREE MENTAL BREAKTHROUGH CALL WITH CINDRA'S TEAM: https://mentallystronginstitute.com/freecall/ TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE MENTALLY STRONG INSTITUTE: https://mentallystronginstitute.com/ Love the show? Rate and review the show for Cindra to mention you on the next episode: Apple Podcasts
In This Episode: While strategic planning certainly plays a huge role in the business world, a version of strategic planning also drives our local, state, and federal government. We usually just don't notice it, because we can't see behind the scenes. But there are still important lessons that entrepreneurs can learn from those who have worked in the public sector. Our guest this week is someone who has plenty to teach. Andy Takata has worked as a city manager and has over 21 years of experience with three full-service cities and two contract cities. He's worked in economic development, planning, recreation, development, and municipal-operated water, wastewater, and electrical utilities. Tune into the full conversation for more on some of the differences in effective strategic planning for the private sector vs the public sector, how to avoid getting distracted by “shiny objects” when you already have a set plan (plus the potential benefits of noticing those shiny objects), Andy's experience officiating water polo at the Olympics, and a lot more. Here's a Glimpse of What You'll Learn: What Andy does now, and why he came out of retirement in order to do it The two main forms of local government and the differences in how cities are run How long it takes to complete projects at the governmental level, and why these processes can sometimes take a long time How to deal with differences in political ideologies when crafting and executing long-term strategic plans for cities and communities The differences in how success is measured in the public sector vs in the private sector How Andy got involved with water polo, and how he worked his way up to eventually refereeing at the Olympics How Andy has built effective habits in his life and how those habits enabled him to keep a balance in his life despite being involved in so many things The difference between being “busy” and “busy strategically” How Andy has been able to avoid shiny object syndrome in his work, and the advice he would give to others to not get distracted by things that won't move you forward One surprising observation that Andy had about the world-class athletes at the Olympics (and the ones who didn't make the cut) How Andy measures success in his personal life — and how that might shift as he prepares to head into his second retirement Resources Mentioned in This Episode: The city of DuPont, Washington Andy Takata on LinkedIn “If it Ain't Broke…Break It!: And Other Unconventional Wisdom for a Changing Business World” by Robert J. Kriegel and Louis Palter “Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't” by Jim Collins “For the Love of Cities” by Peter Kageyama “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” by Stephen R. Covey Buy a copy of “Lost at CEO: An Entrepreneur's Guide to Strategy” by Carl J. Cox 40 Strategy Contact 40 Strategy Carl J. Cox on LinkedIn
DETAILS | How has fatherhood changed in the last three years, and is it time for a new approach at work? In this reflective episode, Paul Sullivan, former New York Times columnist and founder of The Company of Dads, shares his insightful journey from the newsroom to reshaping the narrative and policies supporting fatherhood at work. Paul defines 'Lead Dads' as fathers who take the forefront in prioritizing parenting and caregiving, challenging traditional gender roles and stereotypes. We also discuss why it makes a tremendous difference to see Lead Dads in senior leadership roles, how this shift benefits parents, retention, branding, and business, and why the CMO and CHRO should own and promote this strategic advantage. This episode is a must-listen for business leaders, professionals, and anyone interested in the intersection of parenting, work, and societal change. Tune in to explore how embracing the concept of Lead Dads can drive positive change in your organization and contribute to a more equitable and empathetic business environment. TIME STAMPS | [01:00] Introduction to Paul Sullivan and The Company of Dads. [02:40] Paul's journey from Journalism to fatherhood advocacy. [08:46] The characteristics and behaviors of a Lead Dad. [11:18] The impact of COVID-19 on fatherhood and work, culture, retention, and the bottom line. [15:22] Scheduling Jenga, personal stories, and advocacy. [19:36] Historically, dads have been neglected, judged, and even shamed in the workplace. [25:45] Core solutions in this evolution and making it safe to have this conversation. [32:57] Leaders who don't have kids don't understand what parents go through. [35:56] Fathers need connection and community so they don't feel alone. [39:11] Speed round questions. [45:18] Closing gratitude and how to find Paul online. GUEST | Paul Sullivan founded The Company of Dads, the first platform dedicated to creating a community for Lead Dads. Its mission is to help Lead Dads feel less isolated and more confident that they have made the correct choice to take on the bulk of the parenting and family duties - or at the very least disentangle from traditional stereotypes around who does what at home. As a Lead Dad himself, Paul intimately understands the joys, frustrations, isolation, and reticence around talking about being a Lead Dad. It's a role growing in numbers but far from normalized. Before starting The Company of Dads in 2021, Paul wrote the Wealth Matters column in The New York Times for 13 years. He also created the Money Game column in GOLF Magazine. He is the author of two books, Clutch: Why Some People Excel Under Pressure and Others Don't and The Thin Green Line: The Money Secrets of The Super Wealthy. OVERVIEW | Are you ready to ADAPT and REINVENT YOURSELF for the most disrupted and digital workforce in history? What would it feel like to belong and not get stuck? It is estimated over 1 billion people will need reskilling by 2030, and more than 300 million jobs will be impacted by AI — work, identity, and what it means to be human are rapidly changing. Join hosts Nate Thompson and Alex Schwartz and the TOP VOICES in the Future of Work to uncover how to meet this dynamic new reality driven by AI, hybrid work, societal shifts, and our increasingly digital world. Discover why a Future of Work Mindset is your key to prepare, navigate and thrive! We are grateful you are here, and welcome to the TDW Tribe! www.thedisruptedworkforce.com
Inbal Shani is the chief product officer at GitHub, where she leads core product management, along with product strategy, marketing, open source, and communities, including the development of GitHub Copilot. Prior to joining GitHub, she led engineering and product teams at Amazon and Microsoft. In today's conversation, we discuss:• What Inbal believes is overhyped and underhyped in the rapidly changing field of AI• How AI-driven code generation is changing software development• Her take on whether AI will replace developers• How software development looks in 3 to 5 years• How product teams operate at GitHub• GitHub's Next team, and other ways the company fosters a culture of innovation• The success metrics and philosophy behind GitHub's Copilot—Brought to you by Jira Product Discovery—Atlassian's new prioritization and roadmapping tool built for product teams | Sanity—The most customizable content layer to power your growth engine | HelpBar by Chameleon—The free in-app universal search solution built for SaaS—Find the transcript for this episode and all past episodes at: https://www.lennyspodcast.com/episodes/. Today's transcript will be live by 8 a.m. PT.—Where to find Inbal Shani:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/inbalshani/—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Inbal's background(04:17) Why generative AI is not going to replace developers in the near future (05:54) Why AI-driven testing is underhyped(07:48) What the next 3 to 5 years will look like(10:13) Stats around the use of GitHub Copilot (12:07) How Copilot enables engineers to work more efficiently(13:38) Common mistakes when adopting AI into your workflows(16:42) How GitHub operationalizes “dogfooding”(18:46) The philosophy behind Copilot(20:24) Copilot's success metrics(24:54) How Copilot encourages collaboration(26:37) What we lose when AI writes code for us(29:35) A retrospective on the generative AI space(30:47) Inbal's thoughts on the future of AI(32:35) How to make space for innovative product ideas(34:37) How GitHub stays on the cutting edge of innovation(36:44) The GitHub Next team(39:20) Advice for early product managers(42:17) Inbal's “biggest learning” from her career(45:34) Inbal's closing thoughts(46:19) Lightning round—Referenced:• How to measure and improve developer productivity | Nicole Forsgren (Microsoft Research, GitHub, Google): https://www.lennyspodcast.com/how-to-measure-and-improve-developer-productivity-nicole-forsgren-microsoft-research-github-goo/• DORA: https://dora.dev/• The role of AI in product development | Ryan J. Salva (VP of Product at GitHub, Copilot): https://www.lennyspodcast.com/the-role-of-ai-in-new-product-development-ryan-j-salva-vp-of-product-at-github-copilot/• GitHub Universe 2023 day 2 keynote: The productivity platform for all developers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_o9kFPVeiw• Satya Nadella on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/satyanadella/• TomTom: https://www.tomtom.com/• Failing Forward: Turning Mistakes into Stepping Stones for Success: https://www.amazon.com/Failing-Forward-Turning-Mistakes-Stepping/dp/0785288570/• Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Great-Some-Companies-Others/dp/0066620996• Turning the Flywheel: A Monograph to Accompany Good to Great: https://www.amazon.com/Turning-Flywheel-Monograph-Accompany-Great/dp/0062933795• Dare to Lead Like a Girl: How to Survive and Thrive in the Corporate Jungle: https://www.amazon.com/Dare-Lead-Like-Girl-Corporate/dp/1538163527• All the Light We Cannot See on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81083008• The Wheel of Time on Amazon Prime: https://www.amazon.com/Wheel-Time-Season-1/dp/B09F59CZ7R—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.—Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed. Get full access to Lenny's Newsletter at www.lennysnewsletter.com/subscribe
Zach Wilcox is the Founder and CEO of Fide Freight, a family-owned domestic transportation company specializing in supply chain technology, logistics, and transportation solutions. In Zach's role, he oversees all operations aspects, including sales, people development and training, and marketing. Before founding Fide Freight, Zach held project management, operations, and manufacturing roles across different companies. He has a business degree from Grand Valley State University. In this episode… To attract great talent, a company must have systems to discuss the candidates in-depth. To streamline the hiring process, Zach Wilcox advocates for implementing processes for documenting the hiring process, tracking applicants, and a system for exchanging data and information. Adopting structured and comprehensive hiring practices allows the acquisitions team to streamline quality candidates. Create interview sheets to document special notes about each candidate's qualifications and resumes, which hiring managers can upload into a tracking system. Zach affirms that Monday.com is reliable software to manage all applicants, giving all interviewers access to all interviews, notes, and scorecards. In this episode of the Talent Wins podcast, Chris Mursau welcomes Zach Wilcox, Founder and CEO of Fide Freight, for an informational conversation about hiring and interviewing processes. Zach discusses Fide Freight, how to amass new customers, leveraging core values to attract job candidates, and hiring strategies for acquiring top talent. Resources Mentioned in this episode Chris Mursau on LinkedIn Topgrading on LinkedIn Topgrading Zach Wilcox on LinkedIn Fide Freight The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It by Michael E. Gerber Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't by Jim Collins Who by Geoff Smart The Go-Giver: A Little Story About a Powerful Business Idea by Bob Burg and John David Mann Monday
SEASON: 3 EPISODE: 10Episode Overview:Most businesses just try to be better than their competitors, constantly fighting for every bit of marketshare. If you are looking to stand out from the competition and authentically define, develop, and ultimately dominate a new category of business, you'll need to answer the questions, “What's the problem you solve?”, “What solution must exist?”, and “Why are you that solution?” So if you are looking to dominate your market, then you are going to enjoy my conversation with bestselling author and award-winning columnist, Kevin Maney. Guest Bio: Kevin Maney is co-author of Play Bigger: How Pirates, Dreamers, and Innovators Create and Dominate Markets and has been a bestselling author and award-winning columnist writing about technology for three decades which allows Kevin to bring broad and deep context to Category Design conversations. Kevin co-authored his most recent book Intended Consequences. He also authored The Two-Second Advantage (a 2011 New York Times best seller), Trade-Off: Why Some Things Catch On and Others Don't, and The Maverick and His Machine: Thomas Watson Sr. and the Making of IBM. Kevin has written for Newsweek, Fortune, The Atlantic, Fast Company, Conde Nast Portfolio, The New York Times and USA Today. Kevin has also appeared frequently on television and radio, including CNN, CBS Sunday Morning and NPR.Resource Links:Website: https://www.categorydesignadvisors.com/the-experts/Product Link: https://www.categorydesignadvisors.com/resources/Insight Gold Timestamps:02:39 One of the great accidental career moves of all time 04:04 All of those interviews and all that time with these companies06:11 Why would you not want to do everything you could 09:09 Category and category design11:44 It's kind of an inside-out look at strategy12:42 Instead of calling it a sports bar, she calls it The Sports Bra14:43 Businesses operate their businesses for their convenience16:13 They think about the problem to solve first17:53 Now that you understand that that's a problem, I have a solution for you22:12 Deep sales23:54 If you're in a space with a clear category winner….26:48 Can both strategies work at the same time? 28:33 What's the first step in the category design consultation process?34:04 What's the enemy of the innovation?35:36 So many CEOs fail at telling people why they need what they're making37:19 Eat your lunch before the competition does39:42 The book is called Play Bigger: How Pirates, Dreamers, and Innovators Create and Dominate MarketsConnect Socially:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/categorydesign/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CategoryDesignTwitter: https://twitter.com/cd_advisorsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/categorydesign/Email: kevin@categorydesignadvisors.comSponsors: Rainmaker Digital Solutions:
Your mindset is the topic on this episode. Do you wish you had emotional skills, habits and ways of looking at the world that served you better? Our guest, Julia Galef, says you can learn new ways of looking at the world and you should! Julia is the co-founder of the Center for Applied Rationality, the host of the podcast, "Rationally Speaking", and the author of the book, "The Scout Mindset: Why Some People See Things Clearly and Others Don't". Her website is https://juliagalef.com/
Our guest on the latest episode of Climb in Consulting has an incredibly inspiring – and cinematic - story to tell. Since 2022, Paul Pugh has been CEO at Mason Advisory, an award-winning digital and technology consultancy that solves complex business challenges through intelligent use of IT. Skipping back a few years, Paul had been firmly on the partner track at KPMG when he found himself boarding a train he was never supposed to take. On board, a chance meeting led to an offer that would go on to change the course of his career. It was thanks to this ‘sliding doors moment', that he ended up taking a director role at Mason Advisory, which back in 2016 was still a fledgling firm. In this episode, Nick and Paul have an in-depth chat about his career, how Mason Advisory has scaled, and of course *that* train encounter. As well as all that, they also cover a whole host of fascinating topics, including: - What led to Paul's decision to jump off the partner track at KPMG and take a leap into the unknown - The importance of finding a role that allows you to stay true to your values - How the team at Mason Advisory scaled the business, despite the challenging times - Why he's a big believer in giving people opportunities to flourish – and why we tend to learn the most during times of crisis Whether you're just starting out in your consulting career, planning to start a new firm, or thinking of switching tracks in your career, this episode is a must listen. We hope you enjoy the show! Reach out to Paul: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-pugh-4823a713/ Learn more about Mason Advisory: https://www.masonadvisory.com Books mentioned in the show: Good To Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't, by Jim Collins
Bill Carr is the co-author of Working Backwards: Insights, Stories, and Secrets from Inside Amazon. With a background at Amazon of over 15 years, Bill played a pivotal role in shaping the company's global digital music and video ventures, including Amazon Music, Prime Video, and Amazon Studios. After Amazon, Bill was an Executive in Residence with Maveron, an early-stage, consumer-only venture capital firm. He later served as the chief operating officer of OfferUp, the largest mobile marketplace for local buyers and sellers in the U.S. Today he's the co-founder of Working Backwards LLC, where he helps companies implement Amazon's time-tested management strategies. In this episode, we discuss:• What exactly “working backwards” is, and how you do it• Why having “single-threaded leaders” is so effective• Inside Amazon's intense product review process• How to actually follow the “disagree and commit” principle• The thinking behind the principle “Leaders are right, a lot”• Input vs. output metrics• Fostering a culture of risk-taking and innovation• The role and responsibilities of a “bar raiser” in your hiring, and how it significantly improves the success rate of new hires—Brought to you by AssemblyAI—Production-ready AI models to transcribe and understand speech | Coda—Meet the evolution of docs | Wix Studio—The web creation platform built for agencies—Find the full transcript at: https://www.lennyspodcast.com/unpacking-amazons-unique-ways-of-working-bill-carr-author-of-working-backwards/—Where to find Bill Carr:• X: https://twitter.com/BillCarr89• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-carr/• Website: https://www.workingbackwards.com/—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Bill's background(04:26) Amazon's workplace evolution(09:54) Amazon's “fitness function”(11:44) Single-threaded leadership(18:07) Implementing a program orientation with single-threaded leadership(20:16) The GM model vs. single-threaded leadership(21:31) Functional countermeasures needed for single-threaded leadership(25:22) Embracing the “disagree and commit” principle(30:22) Understanding disagreements(32:41) Deciphering Amazon's “Leaders are right, a lot” principle(35:25) An explanation of the working backwards framework(41:16) PR FAQ process: Amazon's innovation engine(44:47) Deconstructing the PR FAQ structure(43:49) The concentric circle model for sharing PR FAQs(44:55) The customer problem-solution statement(47:52) Create a product funnel, not a product tunnel(51:19) How Amazon promotes action vs. talk(54:35) Amazon's flywheel and input metrics(1:00:51) Signs you've got a good input metric(1:04:23) How mistakes can still be made with working backwards(1:06:54) Why disagreements aren't necessarily signs products will fail(1:08:02) Examples of failed Amazon projects(1:09:55) Cultivating risk-taking and accepting failure(1:13:57) Amazon's “bar-raiser” practice for hiring(1:18:21) Selecting Amazon's bar raisers(1:20:41) Advice on implementing practices from Working Backwards(1:23:10) Bill's work as an advisor(1:26:05) Lightning round—Referenced:• Working Backwards: Insights, Stories, and Secrets from Inside Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Working-Backwards-Insights-Stories-Secrets/dp/1250267595• Jeff Bezos on X: https://twitter.com/jeffbezos• D.E. Shaw: https://www.deshaw.com/• Eric Ries's website: https://theleanstartup.com/• GM business model: https://fourweekmba.com/general-motors-business-model/• Rick Dalzell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richarddalzell/• The Effective Decision by Peter F. Drucker: https://hbr.org/1967/01/the-effective-decision• Template: Working Backwards PR FAQ: https://www.workingbackwards.com/resources/working-backwards-pr-faq• Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Great-Some-Companies-Others/dp/0066620996• The Amazon flywheel: https://feedvisor.com/resources/amazon-trends/amazon-flywheel-explained/• Sixsigma: https://www.6sigma.us/• Loonshots: How to Nurture the Crazy Ideas That Win Wars, Cure Diseases, and Transform Industries: https://www.amazon.com/Loonshots-Nurture-Diseases-Transform-Industries/dp/1250185963• Andy Jassy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-jassy-8b1615/• Implementing Amazon's Bar Raiser Process in Hiring: A Quick Guide: https://www.barraiser.com/blogs/implementing-amazons-bar-raiser-process-in-hiring• Microspeak: The As-Appropriate (AA) interviewer: https://devblogs.microsoft.com/oldnewthing/20231017-00/?p=108897• The Practice of Management: https://www.amazon.com/Practice-Management-Peter-F-Drucker/dp/0060878975• The Effective Executive: The Definitive Guide to Getting the Right Things Done: https://www.amazon.com/Effective-Executive-Definitive-Harperbusiness-Essentials/dp/0060833459• Steve Jobs: https://www.amazon.com/Steve-Jobs-Walter-Isaacson/dp/1451648537• Seveneves: https://www.amazon.com/Seveneves-Neal-Stephenson/dp/0062334514• A Gentleman in Moscow: https://www.amazon.com/A-Gentleman-in-Moscow/dp/0143110438• Dune on Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/Dune-Timoth%C3%A9e-Chalamet/dp/B09LJXY4PH• A Spy Among Friends: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15565872/• Zipp 303 Firecrest tubeless disc brake: https://www.sram.com/en/zipp/models/wh-303-ftld-a1• The Fifth Discipline: The Art & Practice of the Learning Organization: https://www.amazon.com/Fifth-Discipline-Practice-Learning-Organization/dp/0385517254—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. 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Charlie discusses a week full of exciting events at the River, and takes the opportunity to reflect on how they came up with the purpose statement "Furnishing Life's Best Memories" and the importance of having clear organizational purpose. He shares the process of studying other companies' purpose statements, getting inspired by a book called "The Story of Purpose," and ultimately presenting the four-word purpose statement to his team. This episode highlights the significance of purpose in a business and how Broad River embraced their purpose statement as a guiding principle. The Story of Purpose by Joey Reiman - https://www.amazon.com/Story-Purpose-Creating-Brighter-Greater/dp/1118443691/ The Invisible Leader: Transform Your Life, Work, and Organization with the Power of Authentic Purpose by Zach Mercurio - https://www.amazon.com/Invisible-Leader-Transform-Organization-Authentic/dp/1599328518/ Finding Purpose at Work by Davin Salvagno - https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Purpose-Work-Davin-Salvagno-ebook/dp/B08LFMSM81/ Your WHY Matters NOW: How Some Achieve More and Others Don't by Justin Peter Jones-Fosu Sr - https://www.amazon.com/Your-WHY-Matters-NOW-Achieve/dp/0983371849/ The Purpose Path: A Guide to Pursuing Your Authentic Life's Work by Dr. Nicholas Pierce - https://www.amazon.com/Purpose-Path-Guide-Pursuing-Authentic/dp/1250182174 Leading from Purpose: Clarity and the Confidence to Act When It Matters Most by Nick Craig - https://www.amazon.com/Leading-Purpose-Clarity-Confidence-Matters/dp/031641624X/ Everybody Matters: The Extraordinary Power of Caring for Your People Like Family by Bob Chapman and Raj Sisodia - https://www.amazon.com/Everybody-Matters-Extraordinary-Caring-People/dp/1591847796 Furnishing life's best memories - launch video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZthccbTxtF8 Purpose Activation Committee (the PAC) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=doPbkhlgsJY Justin Jones-Fosu's closing keynote talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uop2jfIhbpM Purpose 8:28 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=njaJ-j9QE5s Inky Johnson speaks to Broad River Retail - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BNAGlW6uObg 2019 year in review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbQU24dmaGs Joey Reiman discusses The Story of Purpose with Broad River Retail - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmABICtQLsk 2018 - Broad River Retail Leadership Summit - Joey Reiman Q & A - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jUTZORUZl6Q A Hope to Dream https://www.ahopetodream.com/ St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - https://www.stjude.org/ This episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NC767EcwS5s We hope you enjoy this episode, and subscribe to our podcast for a new story each week. Visit https://www.storiesfromtheriver.com for more episodes.
Charlie discusses a week full of exciting events at the River, and takes the opportunity to reflect on how they came up with the purpose statement "Furnishing Life's Best Memories" and the importance of having clear organizational purpose. He shares the process of studying other companies' purpose statements, getting inspired by a book called "The Story of Purpose," and ultimately presenting the four-word purpose statement to his team. This episode highlights the significance of purpose in a business and how Broad River embraced their purpose statement as a guiding principle. The Story of Purpose by Joey Reiman - https://www.amazon.com/Story-Purpose-Creating-Brighter-Greater/dp/1118443691/ The Invisible Leader: Transform Your Life, Work, and Organization with the Power of Authentic Purpose by Zach Mercurio - https://www.amazon.com/Invisible-Leader-Transform-Organization-Authentic/dp/1599328518/ Finding Purpose at Work by Davin Salvagno - https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Purpose-Work-Davin-Salvagno-ebook/dp/B08LFMSM81/ Your WHY Matters NOW: How Some Achieve More and Others Don't by Justin Peter Jones-Fosu Sr - https://www.amazon.com/Your-WHY-Matters-NOW-Achieve/dp/0983371849/ The Purpose Path: A Guide to Pursuing Your Authentic Life's Work by Dr. Nicholas Pierce - https://www.amazon.com/Purpose-Path-Guide-Pursuing-Authentic/dp/1250182174 Leading from Purpose: Clarity and the Confidence to Act When It Matters Most by Nick Craig - https://www.amazon.com/Leading-Purpose-Clarity-Confidence-Matters/dp/031641624X/ Everybody Matters: The Extraordinary Power of Caring for Your People Like Family by Bob Chapman and Raj Sisodia - https://www.amazon.com/Everybody-Matters-Extraordinary-Caring-People/dp/1591847796 Furnishing life's best memories - launch video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZthccbTxtF8 Purpose Activation Committee (the PAC) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=doPbkhlgsJY Justin Jones-Fosu's closing keynote talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uop2jfIhbpM Purpose 8:28 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=njaJ-j9QE5s Inky Johnson speaks to Broad River Retail - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BNAGlW6uObg 2019 year in review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbQU24dmaGs Joey Reiman discusses The Story of Purpose with Broad River Retail - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmABICtQLsk 2018 - Broad River Retail Leadership Summit - Joey Reiman Q & A - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jUTZORUZl6Q A Hope to Dream https://www.ahopetodream.com/ St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - https://www.stjude.org/ This episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NC767EcwS5s We hope you enjoy this episode, and subscribe to our podcast for a new story each week. Visit https://www.storiesfromtheriver.com for more episodes.
In June of 2018, just two years after the PULS nightclub attacks, Orlando Police officers responded to a domestic violence call. As officers attempted to contact the suspect, he fired a shot though his door striking Officer Kevin Valencia with wounds that he would eventually succumb to. The suspect then barricaded in his apartment with his 4 children as hostages. This event, which would last more than 24 hours, proved extremely difficult and required the resources of both the Orlando Police Department SWAT Team and their partners from the Orange County Sherriff's SWAT Team before finally reaching a tragic resolution. My guests today are Dep. Chief Jonathan Bigelow from the Orlando Police Department and Sgt. Chris Eklund with the Orange County Florida Sherriff's Office to discuss the incident and share their lessons learned. This episode will be dedicated to the memory of Officer Kevin Valencia.Books RecommendedThe Common Sense Way: A New Way to Think About Leading and Organizing – Pete Blaber ISBN-13: 978-0578876740Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't – Simon Sinek - ISBN-13: 978-1591848011Sound Doctrine: A Tactical Primer – Charles Sid Heal - ISBN-13: 978-1930051119The World's Most Powerful Leadership Principle - How To Become A Servant Leader - James C. Hunter - ISBN-13: 978-1578569755Leader Shift- The 11 Essential Changes Every Leader Must Embrace - John C. Maxwell - ISBN-13: 978-0718098506Contact InfoDep. Chief Jonathan Bigelow – OPD - Special Service Bureau – Jonathan.Bigelow@cityoforlando.netSgt. Chris Eklund – OCSO SWAT - chriseklund2@gmail.com
Mon-Chaio gives a rundown of leadership books he's read in the past few months and pulls out interesting nuggets from each selection. References: Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't by Simon Sinek The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever by Michael Bungay Stanier Team Topologies: Organizing Business and Technology Teams for Fast Flow by by Matthew Skelton, Manuel Pais, and Ruth Malan --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tactics-tech-leadership/message
That ALL Might Be Edified: Discussions on Servant Leadership
This episode features Vikrant Shaurya who is the Founder & CEO of Authors On Mission (formerly BestsellingBook.com) and bestselling author of the book “How to Write a Bestseller” where we talk about how you too can tap into your potential to find your own ideas and write a bestseller of your own. Vikrant and his amazing team at Authors on Mission help match people to those that will help them find their authentic voice and we had some great dialogue about this in a way that will get you thinking about ways to do this in your own organizations because Vikrant truly models the way on how to do this throughout his organization. Virkant talks a lot about the power of credibility and trust and how that starts with letting his team know they have his trust and ensuring that his credibility is intact. We discussed how to approach the AI tools in the light of trust and ensuring that you keep your brand reputation as a central focus to all that you do as an individual and an organization. Vikrant was generous to share some of his insights into how he obtains so much of his success but it is clear that much of that success comes from the way he empowers the individuals on his team and has helped them to to develop a mindset that they have ownership in the company. This concept has created an environment where everyone acts to take care of each other and the clients fostering powerful servant leadership concepts. Vikrant Shaurya is a publishing entrepreneur with a laser-like focus on his own life, who has transformed it and built a company that has become a global success story. He is a businessman and a bestselling author who has devoted his life to helping Entrepreneurs, coaches, experts, and thought leaders reach their fullest potential in business and their brand by writing a bestselling book. This young, inspiring and tenaciously focused book publisher is on a mission to help 10,000 people turn their ideas into bestselling books by 2025. Resources: Vikrant Shaurya - How to Write a Bestseller: How to Write a Bestseller: Become a Bestselling Author, Attract High-Value Clients, and Skyrocket Your Authority Authors on Mission - Website: http://authorsonmission.com/ Join the Authors on Mission Community - FREE Book Outline Quadrant: https://www.skool.com/authorsonmission/about Vikrant Shaurya - Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Vikrant_Shaurya Simon Sinek - Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't: Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't Simon Sinek - Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action: Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action Listen Notes - Podcast Search Engine https://www.listennotes.com/
As kids, we often think we know what we'll be when we grow up. And some people do. They fall in love with a particular field and pursue it. Others find themselves meandering a bit more, as opportunities present themselves and interests twist and turn. Perhaps your journey in life and business looks similar.To talk about taking untraditional paths, I (Kyle) interviewed Mark Duran, the CEO and Co-Founder of Student First Technologies. Mark and I discussed both the joys and the hard work of moving off a set path onto one you didn't foresee.“Be really honest with yourself. Why do you want to start a business?” -- Mark DuranWhat You'll LearnUntraditional pathsExpanding equityChoosing your work to learnValue of 5 year commitmentsPatience pays offSolidify your basics firstKnow and feed your whyRecommended ResourcesBooks: Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't by Jim CollinsA Fine Line: How Most American Kids Are Kept Out of the Best Public Schools by Tim DeRocheThe Go-Giver: A Little Story About A Powerful Business Idea by Bob Burg and John David Mann Connect with Mark DuranMark Duran is the CEO and Co-Founder of Student First Technologies, which offers customized technology solutions to empower organizations that support School Choice. Their passion stems from the belief that every child deserves access to quality education, and the groups supporting quality education choice deserve software and processes built to make it happen.studentfirsttech.com mark@studentfirsttech.com X (Twitter) || Linkedin - Mark Duran || Linkedin - Student First Technologies Connect with Daniel Fuller, Kyle Maloney and FullStack PEOA turnkey HR for emerging companies, FullStack PEO removes the human resource, compliance, and payroll headaches from a company's to-do list. FullStack also produces the Savage to Sage podcast, co-hosted by Partner and VP of Business Development, Daniel Fuller and Senior Account Executive, Kyle Maloney.Linkedin - Daniel || daniel.fuller@fullstackpeo.comLinkedin - Kyle || kyle.maloney@fullstackpeo.com
Hello there! Welcome back to another episode of The Female Empowered Podcast. What we're talking about today is evaluating team members and how to keep a great team. This has been a topic that has come up a lot in my recent conversations.The other things that we will be talking about are regular check-ins and reviews, regular and consistent feedback, rewarding and praising good work, working through problems, and deciding when it's time to part ways. I hope that this episode will help you foster a great team culture!Let's dive into: Introduction to today's topicHow much it will cost you replacing a single employee according to statistics and why it costs that muchThings that you can do as owner or manager to foster a positive working environment and encourage people to stayHave a regular check-in and review with your team members: People want to know that they are being heard and their work is being validatedAnother important statistic on how many American workers feels engaged in their jobsStrategies that you do to boost engagement with your team so you can retain and hold on to themPraise in public, reprimand in privateNon-financial incentives and actionable strategies to keep and retain team members because not everyone is motivated by pay or salaryAnything that is going to help your staff members be better will ultimately help you be betterThe importance of open communication with your teamThe rubric I use for my team so they can get to the next pay tiersAddressing issues as immediately as you can and setting expectations clearlyThe mindset to keep your best team members: I'm going to do my very best to keep the best people here; I'm going to treat them so well that they're not gonna want to go somewhere elseMy Top 10 Books on Leadership and Team building that I've read and helped me build my great teamConclusionLooking for advice and resources to help you market and grow your clinic or client based business? Visit my website or follow me on Instagram!Books Mentioned In This EpisodeHow Great Leaders Inspire Action by Simon SinekDrive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel H. PinkLeaders Eat Last by Simon SinekThe Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick LencioniGood to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap...and Others Don't by James C. CollinsDare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts by Brené BrownThe Culture Code: The Secrets of Highly Successful Groups by Daniel CoyleMultipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter by Greg McKeown and Liz WisemanPrimal Leadership by Daniel GolemanThe Ideal Team Player: How to Recognize and Cultivate The Three Essential Virtues by Patrick LencioniThanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review for the show to help other female fitness and wellness professionals find our podcast! Interested in being a guest on a future Female Friday episode? Email me at Christa@pilatesinthegrove.com!
This episode is dedicated to one of the most fundamental aspects of a fulfilling life—building healthy habits. If you're struggling to maintain positive routines or trying to break free from bad habits, this episode is for you! We delve deep into the science of habit formation, explore why some habits stick while others don't, and give you a step-by-step guide on how to build habits that will lead you to a happier, healthier life.
Welcome to today's episode, where I'm delving into the topic of evolution versus revolution in leadership. After recently reading Jim Collins' remarkable book Good to Great, I was deeply inspired by its insights and wanted to share with you my learnings from it. I also discuss my own thoughts on embracing continual growth and learning to become the best leaders we can be.When it comes to exceptional leadership, the journey to greatness doesn't happen overnight. Research has shown that outstanding companies outperforming in their market wasn't due to a big launch or rebrand - the success came through positive, sustained changes over the long term.I talk about leadership being a process that requires time and conscious effort to expand in knowledge and experience. Too often we see people wanting to take big step jumps in their careers, without really taking the time to think about how they can enhance their skill sets or develop more knowledge. The key here is adopting a growth mindset, and I encourage you to ask yourself important questions about what kind of leader you want to be, and what steps you can begin to take to get there.I talk about the importance of a healthy framework of support within an organisation that can enable emerging leaders to grow. What is the culture around having open conversations? Is there psychological safety and genuine trust in the organisation, where people can speak up and support each other? I also discuss how a supportive environment can help promote new perspective and innovation in leadership roles, and help people truly develop the necessary skills for their appointed roles. So, whether you're a seasoned leader, an emerging one or someone who's keen on understanding the dynamics of evolving leadership, this episode has something valuable for you. Remember, the journey to greatness is not about rushing toward a fixed destination; it's about embracing the evolution that transforms you into the leader you're meant to be.So, hit that play button and get started on your journey towards becoming the best version of yourself as a leader in your industry. Your future self will thank you for it.Happy listening!LINKS:Jim Collins' book: Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don'tArticle by Jim Collins: Good to Great Book a Free Career Strategy Coaching SessionWebsite:https://www.beautifuldisruptions.com/ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccabangura/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/iamrebeccabangura/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeautifulDisruptions
Being and Making Disciples: A Catholic podcast about fruitful ministry.
What's the best way to lead in ministry? What does Our Lord tell us? What can we glean from the business world? Dan & Justin discuss in this important episode! Link to the book discussed: Amazon.com: Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't: 9780066620992: Jim Collins: BooksBeing & Making Disciples is on YouTube and check out hosts Dan and Justin's book on ministry. Contact them at beingandmakingdisciples@gmail.com.
Yesterday Ed DeCosta passed away and so we decided to re-release our interview with him from five years ago. Not only was he an expert when it came to business and sales, but he was a friend to many. When I went through the John Maxwell Leadership certification program, he was the faculty member in charge of teaching us how to sell. His insights were different (and better) than I'd ever heard before. He was always kind and gave me time as I was starting out as an entrepreneur. Ed will be missed and this interview is worth listening to. R.I.P. Ed. The original show notes are below ... Ed DeCosta is one of the most engaging executive coaches and thought leaders of our time. He delivers results with companies of all sizes, from high tech start-ups to Fortune 500 corporations. Ed is a dynamic global speaker, who has shared the stage with the likes of John Maxwell, Darren Hardy, Christian Simpson, Les Brown, Nick Vujicic and others. He is an acclaimed author of books focused on personal and professional development, including ASCEND and Release Your Superhero. Ed has impacted countless lives as the developer and publisher of Ascend on Demand, an online personal development training program with users from around the globe. He is a force on social media with hundreds of thousands of followers on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Like clockwork, Ed publishes a long-standing weekly coaching blog, and also hosts a weekly YouTube show called “Get Edified.” He has worked with best-selling author and leadership guru John C. Maxwell, and served as one of a select few international faculty members in the Maxwell Leadership Development Program. Ed is also an ICF certified professional coach. In today's episode, we discuss: Having a better presence on social media, especially Linkedin How we are all salespeople regardless of our job or position Strategies to be more effective in selling anything Why you MUST pay attention to your Linkedin profile above all else Resources, Books, and Links Ed's Website: www.EdDecosta.com Ed's Email: ed@eddecosta.com Ed's Online Training Program: www.eddecosta.com/ascend-on-demand Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/eddecosta Facebook: www.facebook.com/EdDeCosta Twitter: @EdDecosta Check out Ed's YouTube channel and get EDified by clicking here. Get My Daily EDge for free. It is a productivity tool that is based on the 7 habits. “No one ever lost a sale by listening. The best communicators are listeners.” (Ed Decosta) “Seek first to understand, then to be understood.” (Stephen Covey) Some of the books that Ed DeCosta has authored includes … Ascend: A Coach's Roadmap for Taking Your Performance to New Heights Release Your Superhero: How to Shed the Villains and Soar in Business and in Life Mastering the Art of Success: Volume 8 Recommended Books … Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't by Jim Collins Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity by David Allen The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen Covey Ed was one of the 5 Faculty Teaching Mentors that I had when I went through the John Maxwell leadership coaching certification. He is the first faculty member that I interviewed but I have interviewed some fellow John Maxwell Team members. You can listen to their interviews below … Misty Young – Episode 005 Rick A. Morris – Episode 009 Greg and Julie Gorman – Episode 012 Jeff Raver – Episode 035 Justin Maust – Episode 040 Each week, the Success is a Choice podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy Bechler and guest experts who provide valuable insights, tips, and guidance on how to maximize your potential, build a stronger culture, develop good leadership, create a healthy vision, optimize results, and inspire those around you. Please follow Jamy on Twitter @CoachBechler for positive insights and tips on leadership, success, culture, and teamwork. - - - - The Success is a Choice podcast network is made possible by TheLeadershipPlaybook.com. Great teams have great teammates and everyone can be a person of influence. Whether you're a coach, athletic director, or athlete, you can benefit from this program and now you can get 25% off the price when you use the coupon code CHOICE at checkout. Build a stronger culture today with better teammates and more positive leaders. If you like motivational quotes, excerpts, or thoughts, then you'll want to check out Jamy Bechler's book "The Coach's Bulletin Board" as it has more than 1,000 positive insights to help you (and those around you) get motivated and inspired. Visit JamyBechler.com/BulletinBoardBook. - - - - Please consider rating the podcast with 5 stars and leaving a quick review on Apple podcasts. Ratings and reviews are the lifeblood of a podcast. This helps tremendously in bringing the podcast to the attention of others. Thanks again for listening and remember that “Success is a choice. What choice will you make today?” - - - - Jamy Bechler is the author of five books including "The Captain" and "The Bus Trip", host of the "Success is a Choice Podcast", professional speaker, and trains organizations on creating championship cultures. He previously spent 20 years as a college basketball coach and administrator. TheLeadershipPlaybook.com is Bechler's online program that helps athletes become better teammates and more positive leaders while strengthening a team's culture. As a certified John Maxwell leadership coach, Bechler has worked with businesses and teams, including the NBA. Follow him on Twitter at @CoachBechler. To connect with him via email or find out about his services, please contact speaking@CoachBechler.com. You can also subscribe to his insights on success and leadership by visiting JamyBechler.com/newsletter.
In this episode of The Optimistic American, Paul Johnson is joined by Eric Bronner and Chris Sylvester from Veterans for Political Innovation. The three talk about the issues with the American political system, why political reform matters to veterans, the issues with the bi-partisan political scene, and what a real patriot is actually all about. Eric kicks off the conversation by sharing what Veterans for Political Innovation is all about. The initiative was launched about two years ago with the goal of mobilizing America's most trusted messengers to help repair some of the least trusted institutions – our partisan political system, through state-based campaigns for better elections, better politics, and more choices. Chris and Eric open up about their service for the country and the role they played in the United States military. According to Eric, political reform matters to veterans for the fact that independents are tired of the two-party doom loop the U.S. are stuck in. Reformers like Eric and Chris believe that reforms are the best path to changing the system itself, and to making American politics – and the country – better. Eric and Chris believe the existing partisan system is a threat to American national security. Chris talks about his run into politics as a Republican and the lesson he learned about trying to unseat an incumbent of the same party. Eric touches upon what he considers two key aspects that could improve the political system: a fully-open unified primary where every voter could vote for any candidate, and real competition for November's elections. Chris believes that the political system is riddled with apathy and ignorance. For Eric, if someone is more loyal to a political party or a political leader than to the Constitution, they are not a patriot. Eric brings the concept of Final Five Voting into the conversation. Chris and Eric go through their definitions of leadership. One of the major challenges for existing politicians is that out of 500,000 elected officials, 70% are determined in the primary and never face opposition in the general election. This gives an inordinate amount of leverage to the 10% of special interests who actually show up in the primary. Both learned in the Military the importance of putting Country before Party. They swore their oath to the Constitution. Today's politicians because of the broken partisan system put their party above their oath to the Constitution. Mentioned in This Episode: optamerican.com Addictive Ideologies: Finding Meaning and Agency When Politics Fail You by Dr Emily Bashah and Hon Paul Johnson The Optimistic American on YouTube - @optamerican Become a premium supporter of the show: OptAmerican.com/premium Veterans for Political Innovation Michael Porter Harvard Business School George Washington Martin Luther Jean-Jacques Rosseau Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't by Jim Collins SaveDemocracyAZ.com
So you've found a team of great employees. But now your real work is just beginning: actually *keeping* them at your company. Our latest guest — the second time we've invited him onto the podcast — is someone who's built his whole career around helping organizations figure out the tricky world of recruitment and retention. Ryan Englin is the CEO and Founder of Core Matters, and is passionate about supporting growing businesses to build amazingly productive companies by providing coaching and training on attracting, hiring, and retaining rock star employees using his proven process, the Core Fit Hiring System. Tune into the full episode for more on how to find rock star employees (NOT super stars!), how most companies mess up during their employee onboarding processes, the problems with employee referral programs, how to counter someone's counteroffer, and more. Here's a Glimpse of What You'll Learn: More about Ryan's backstory, including why he left corporate and why he started his own business Why a recruiting problem is actually a marketing issue How most companies approach their recruiting process — and why it's not actually the most effective way of attracting good employees Why most employee referral programs don't work The two problems that organizations need to solve in order to retain their employees The biggest mistakes that companies make during new employee onboarding How an organization can build great “defining moments” for their employee experience How to deal with when you've chosen a new employee, made an offer, and then that person's boss makes a counteroffer Why Ryan tells organizations to “expect nothing” from new employees within their first 2 weeks on the job — and what that time period should include instead The strategies that Ryan teaches company leaders that help bolster their employee retention The difference between a “rock star” and a “super star” employee — and why one of them will get you in trouble quickly More about personality assessments, and how results from those tests can give leaders clues whether an employee is a future rock star or super star What a “core fit conversation” is, and how leaders can integrate them in order to improve retention Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Core Matters website Core Matters on LinkedIn Core Matters on Twitter Core Matters on Facebook “How to Hire the Ones You Won't Want to Fire: The Art of Pulling Back Their Mask to Really Know the Person You're About to Hire” by Ryan Englin and Jeremy Macliver “Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't” by Jim Collins Buy a copy of “Lost at CEO: An Entrepreneur's Guide to Strategy” by Carl J. Cox 40 Strategy Contact 40 Strategy Carl J. Cox on LinkedIn
If you're hoping to sell products, connect with new clients, attract investors for your company, or do any kind of business in today's world, then people need to know who you are. And public relations is an integral piece of getting your organization's story out into the world. Our guest this week is an expert in that field. Susan Harrow is a media trainer, marketing strategist and author of the bestselling book, “Sell Yourself Without Selling Your Soul” from Harper Collins. Tune into the full episode for more on the essential pieces of effective public relations, how leaders and entrepreneurs can get past imposter syndrome, what a “signature story” is and how business owners can craft their own, and more. Here's a Glimpse of What You'll Learn: More about what Susan does, why she got into public relations, and what she says is an “epidemic” among business owners today Why PR can “open the entire world” to an entrepreneur or company The 3 P's of successful public relations How Susan helps her clients overcome imposter syndrome and the tools she uses to quickly shift someone's internal barometer Why presence is one of the most important pieces of successful PR What people should do instead of “faking it ‘til they make it” More about “tapping” and the emotional freedom technique, and how it can help people overcome doubt, fear or other negative feelings Why Susan wrote her book, “Sell Yourself Without Selling Your Soul”, and why it's helpful for both introverts and extroverts Breaking the myth that extroverts actually get more money from investors How Susan measures success in her personal life, and what it means to be a “wish-fulfilling jewel” What Susan thinks it takes to become a great thought leader More about Susan's martial arts practice, and some of her other daily practices that help her maintain peak performance Why anyone who wants to do PR needs to have a “signature story” Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Susan's website, PR Secrets “Sell Yourself Without Selling Your Soul: A Woman's Guide to Promoting Herself, Her Business, Her Product, or Her Cause with Integrity and Spirit” by Susan Harrow Susan Harrow on Facebook Susan Harrow on Twitter Susan Harrow on Instagram “Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork” by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy “Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't” by Jim Collins “Shambhala: The Sacred Path of the Warrior” by Chogyam Trungpa Buy a copy of “Lost at CEO: An Entrepreneur's Guide to Strategy” by Carl J. Cox 40 Strategy Contact 40 Strategy Carl J. Cox on LinkedIn
Buckle up for a mind-blowing discussion with Dustin Parker, the game-changing Co-Founder & CEO of The Parker Group. Pivoting from a full-time teaching career to the unpredictable realm of Real Estate, Dustin and his wife's evolution is a testament to the power of courage and adaptation. Today, their grit and perseverance have paid off, culminating in an impressive projection of $200 Million in sales in Delaware in 2023.This unmissable episode of Gathering the Kings podcast with Chaz Wolfe takes a deep dive into the critical topics of Delayed Gratification, Self-Discipline, Client Value, and Employee Management. Each filled with actionable insights and practical wisdom. Grab your headphones, hit that play button, and join us in the thrill of the entrepreneurial journey!During this episode, you will learn about;[00:48] Intro to Dustin Parker and his business[01:37] The burning desire inside of Dustin that keeps him pushing for more[05:18] Dustin's view of being an entrepreneur[10:32] Dustin's transition to real estate[16:40] How Dustin's origins has shaped his views in the present[19:34] The steps Dustin took to gain self discipline[25:57] The work that goes into filling the pipeline[34:30] A good business decision that Dustin has made[37:55] Dustin reflects on a bad business decision that he has learned from[39:36] Dustin's tips on leading people[42:17] What is the number one thing Dustin is tracking in his business right now[42:32] Dustin's recommended resources[45:43] Dustin's view on work- life obsession[50:54] What advice would Dustin give to the younger version of himself?[51:53] How to connect with Dustin[52:45] Info on Gathering The Kings MastermindNotable Quotes"If you're always the practitioner in the business, you're limiting the potential growth you could have." - Dustin Parker"I'm always more interested in the person that shows up in the beater than in the one that shows up in the Maserati." - Dustin Parker"The risk is actually greater staying in a job that you don't love for your whole life. More than anything, I like the journey of entrepreneurship." - Dustin Parker"I'm still very much in the grind, but it's the grind that I enjoy." - Dustin Parker"Good seeds planted always reap a good harvest." - Chaz Wolfe (Host)"Go serve. Just go love people." - Chaz Wolfe (Host)"The perspective of changing the boss to yourself or your spouse, or even your children is a huge shift that most people don't make." - Chaz Wolfe (Host)Books and Resources Recommended:Gerber, Michael E. The EMyth. HarperBusiness, 1985.Amazon.com: The E Myth: Why Most Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It: 9780887303623: Gerber, Michael E.: BooksFerriss, Timothy. The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich. Crown Publishers, 2007.Amazon.com: The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich (Expanded and Updated) (Audible Audio Edition): Ray Porter, Timothy Ferriss, Blackstone Audio, Inc.: BooksCollins, Jim. Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't. HarperBusiness,...
Jaws - Steven Spielberg Save the Cat! The Last Book on Screenwriting You'll Ever Need - Blake SnyderFarewell and Adieu You Fair Spanish LadiesClutch: Why Some People Excel Under Pressure and Others Don't - Paul SullivanJimmy Fallon, Backstreet Boys & The Roots - "I Want it That Way"
Join host Chaz Wolfe as he chats with Travis Kelso, a big hitter in the construction game and the brains behind Freedom Construction in Lincoln, Nebraska. Travis is a former marine who bounced back from being let go by Verizon, and in less than two years, he's turned his dream of running his own business into a reality. Armed with faith, a strong work ethic, and valuable lessons from past jobs, he built a company that's now pulling in seven figures.In this no-nonsense episode, Chaz and Travis get real about what it takes to stick with it, keep your life on track, and lead the way in business. You'll hear how Travis rose from tough times to stand tall in the construction industry, driven by a faith that won't quit. If you're a business owner in construction, tune in to hear Travis' battle-tested lessons and let his story fire you up to take your business to new heights.During this episode, you will learn about;[01:18] Intro to Travis and his business[02:31] Why Travis continues to push[03:47] Travis' move into entrepreneurship[07:43] What was Travis' biggest struggle in growing his business?[11:18] If Travis wasn't forced out of his corporate job, would he have started his own business?[12:47] A good decision Travis made[16:11] A bad decision Travis made[19:14] How Travis prioritizes[20:48] Travis' approach to decisions[22:27] One trackable metric Travis would use[24:38] Travis' thoughts on networking[27:04] What would Travis do if he lost it all?[28:27] How to connect with Travis[29:54] Info on Gathering The Kings MastermindNotable Quotes“I keep pushing for my family, for Christ, and for my employees to make sure that I don't let anybody down.” - Travis Kelso“I got let go at Verizon. I had a choice to make. Put up or shut up, and that's really what I had to do.” - Travis Kelso“Whether you're religious or not, you have to have faith.” - Travis Kelso“I think the biggest fear that everybody has, and the reason they don't become entrepreneurs is because of the unknown.” - Travis Kelso“Don't just delegate because you wanna be lazy. Delegate to develop, delegate to move forward.” - Travis Kelso“The people who are interested in growing always find a way” - Chaz Wolfe (Host)“It doesn't have to be just this constant grind for the next dollar.” - Chaz Wolfe (Host)“The only way to become a better business owner is to fail and to fail fast.” - Travis Kelso“I think the worst decision you can make is loving your business too much.” - Travis Kelso“The greatest success I feel is when I see other people succeed.” - Travis KelsoBooks and Resources Recommended:Sinek, Simon. Start With Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action. Portfolio, 2009.https://www.amazon.com/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/1591846447Sinek, Simon. Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't. Portfolio/Penguin, 2014.https://www.amazon.com/Leaders-Eat-Last-Together-Others/dp/1591848016/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1667241212&sr=1-1Let's Connect!Travis Kelso:Facebook:
Breakout Brands: Why Some Brands Take Off...and Others Don't by Jared Schrieber About the Book: The Obstacles... If you're trying to grow a brand, you know firsthand that it can be a complex challenge. Short-term goals are routinely prioritized over long-term, systemic growth. Despite your best efforts to grow revenue and win market share, gains are fleeting, and real progress often plateaus. What can you do to ignite sustainable growth? The Research... What do winning brands do differently? Inspired by the number one bestseller Good to Great, market intelligence expert Jared Schrieber has gone a step further to explore the factors that distinguish breakout brands from those that lag behind. He studied twenty-five thousand brands over five years by tracking the day-to-day purchasing decisions of more than one million consumers, analyzing the advertising that influenced them, and creating a practical guide for growing brands, no matter their industry or size. The Answers... In Breakout Brands, Jared reveals the steps successful brands take to accelerate brand momentum year after year. This new framework for brand building presents real case studies and concrete steps to get you results. Like Good to Great, Breakout Brands is the must-have guide for brands that want to dominate the market by aligning proven short-term tactics with successful long-term strategies. About the Author: Since graduating from MIT's Engineering Systems Division, Jared Schrieber has been rethinking how brands harness consumer data to drive growth. He was the founding CEO of Numerator and is the former head of products and services at Retail Solutions, two successful startups that have shaped how brands better understand their consumers and win at retail in the twenty-first century. He also co-founded the Pat Tillman Foundation and recently established the Revolution Robotics Foundation to bring the inspirational joy of educational and competitive robotics to all kids globally. And, interesting facts – he lives in Budapest, Hungary, and in college was ranked 5th nationally in the javelin on the Arizona State Varsity Track & Field team! Click here for this episode's website page with the links mentioned during the interview... https://www.salesartillery.com/marketing-book-podcast/breakout-brands-jared-schrieber
Join us on Gathering The Kings Podcast as we welcome Garrett Breton, President of Comfort One Shoes. Garrett cut his teeth in the retail shoe business, kicking off his career at 14 and climbing his way to presidency by 2020. Navigating a pandemic-stricken market, he expanded his father's legacy from a stakeholder to full ownership in 2022, and now runs 14 stores on the east coast. Not one to rest on his laurels, Garrett also juggles real estate ventures and restaurant side hustles, all while driving his own shoe label within Comfort One.In our rapid-fire chat, we explore Garrett's approach to setting sky-high goals, devising strong team strategies, and cultivating enduring customer relationships. We unearth his focus on accountability and relentless pursuit of self-improvement that defines his leadership style. From humble employee to a determined president, his growth and ambition to expand through acquisition, even amidst global crises, is nothing short of inspiring. Tune in for a front-row seat to Garrett's entrepreneurial rollercoaster ride on Gathering The Kings Podcast with your host, Chaz Wolfe.During this episode, you will learn about;[00:54] Introduction to Garrett Breton and his business[02:03] Garrett's burning desire for continuing to push[04:14] Garrett's strategy to maintain repeat customers[08:37] The origin story of Garrett's journey[14:45] The decision that changed everything for Garrett[23:12] Garrett shares a decision that he has been able to learn from[26:28] When Garrett realized that success was not solely related to his bank account[33:16] If Garrett could track only one KPI, which one would he choose?[35:59] How Garrett is able to obsess in his family and business at the same time[39:25] Advice that Garrett would give to the younger version of himself[41:56] How to connect with Garrett Breton[43:25] Info on Gathering The Kings MastermindNotable Quotes"When the student is ready, the teacher appears." - Garrett Breton"I wonder where we would be if we had really gotten everyone laser-focused on our goals." - Garrett Breton"My mistakes are what define me. That's where I've learned the fastest." - Garrett Breton"The ability to know when I don't know something, and ask for help, took me a long time to realize its incredible value." - Garrett Breton"Money as income is kind of like step one, and then money as net worth is another level." - Chaz Wolfe (Host)"Again and again, I'm going to keep reaching into who I am at another level, reaching for the next level of potential." - Chaz Wolfe (Host)"So, I don't really know who I am yet, but I'm on the way to find him." - Chaz Wolfe (Host)Books and Resources Recommended:Wickman, Gino. Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business. BenBella Books, 2012.Amazon.com: Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business (Audible Audio Edition): Gino Wickman, Kevin Pierce, Audible Studios: BooksCollins, Jim. Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't. HarperBusiness, 2001.Good to Great : Why Some Companies Make the Leap &_Others Dont_: Amazon.com:...
Brought to you by AssemblyAI—Production-ready AI models to transcribe and understand speech | Mixpanel—Product analytics that everyone can trust, use, and afford | Eppo—Run reliable, impactful experiments—Melissa Tan is an advisor, investor, and growth expert. She's worked with fast-growing startups like Dropbox, Canva, Grammarly, and Miro, and for the past 2.5 years has been the Head of Growth at Webflow. There, she led the company's self-service business across Product, Marketing, and Growth, in addition to leading the charge on pricing and packaging. Prior to Webflow, she was Head of Growth for Dropbox's B2B product, where she played a pivotal role in propelling their growth. In today's episode, we discuss:• Attributes of high-performing teams• Tips for developing talent and seeking a mentor• How to create a strong culture of ownership• Frameworks for hiring PM and growth talent• Common pitfalls companies face when implementing growth strategies• Lessons from scaling Dropbox• The DACI framework for increasing team velocity• How to actually embrace first-principles thinking—Find the full transcript at: https://www.lennyspodcast.com/building-high-performing-teams-melissa-tan-webflow-dropbox-canva/#transcript—Where to find Melissa Tan:• Twitter: https://twitter.com/melissamtan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamtan/—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• Twitter: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Melissa's background(04:12) What's next for Melissa(06:45) Lessons learned from Dropbox(11:49) When to add sales to product-led products and vice versa(14:28) Managing people with a people-focused and results-oriented approach(17:14) An example of people-focused leadership(20:26) The importance of talent development and why Melissa invests in it(22:26) Tips for finding a mentor(24:58) Specific questions to ask when you are interviewing for a role(27:49) Companies Melissa has worked with(28:33) Attributes of high-performing teams(31:38) Creating a sense of ownership among team members(34:36) Building a team-first culture(36:54) Avoiding burnout by knowing your limits(39:24) Developing talent and unlocking potential within your organization(42:45) Melissa's hiring practices and what she looks for in a product manager(44:40) The exact interview sequence Melissa utilizes(49:58) Common pitfalls when creating growth teams(53:43) “Flying formation” and the DACI framework(56:48) Who should own revenue(58:19) When to invest in growth(1:01:06) What to look for in your first growth hire(1:04:35) When it's appropriate to hire an advisor(1:06:19) First-principles thinking(1:09:50) Lightning round—Referenced:• Jiaona Zhang on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jiaona/• Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Women-Work-Will-Lead/dp/0385349947• Tim Ferriss: How to Find a Great Mentor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVo1aZCyfO4• Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity: https://www.amazon.com/Radical-Candor-Revised-Kick-Ass-Humanity/dp/1250235375/• How to Monetize a Freemium Business: https://www.ycombinator.com/blog/how-to-monetize-a-freemium-business• DACI framework: https://www.productplan.com/glossary/daci/• Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't: https://www.amazon.com/Leaders-Eat-Last-Together-Others/dp/1591848016/r• The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself: https://www.amazon.com/Untethered-Soul-Journey-Beyond-Yourself/dp/1572245379/• The Four Agreements: https://www.amazon.com/Four-Agreements-Practical-Personal-Freedom/dp/1878424319• Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty on HBO: https://www.hbo.com/winning-time-the-rise-of-the-lakers-dynasty• ChatGPT: https://chat.openai.com/• Webflow: https://webflow.com/—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.—Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed. Get full access to Lenny's Newsletter at www.lennysnewsletter.com/subscribe
Chapter 1:The Full Book Summary and Review of Good to GreatSummary:The book is divided into three main sections:Good to GreatThis section presents the framework for understanding how a company can transition from being good to great. The author emphasizes that it takes more than just hard work and good luck to achieve greatness. Instead, it requires disciplined thought and action, a culture of discipline, and the right people in the right positions.The Twenty-Year MarathonThis section delves into the attributes of companies that made the transition from good to great. The author identifies common traits among these companies, including having a Level 5 leader (someone who is humble yet driven), focusing on what they can be best at, and having a culture of discipline.The Flywheel and the Doom LoopThis section explores how companies can maintain their success once they've achieved it. The author uses the metaphor of a flywheel to describe the process of building momentum in a company, and how once that momentum is achieved, it becomes easier to maintain success. Conversely, companies that fall into the doom loop are those that fail to build momentum or lose it once they have it.Review:Good to Great is an insightful book that offers practical advice for businesses looking to improve. The author's research is thorough and his writing is clear and well-organized. The use of case studies to illustrate the principles he discusses is particularly effective. Additionally, the book is filled with useful charts and tables that help to clarify the author's points.One of the main strengths of the book is its emphasis on discipline. The author argues that it is discipline, not charisma or luck, that sets great companies apart from their competitors. This message is particularly relevant in today's business world, where there is a tendency to focus on short-term gains rather than long-term success.On the other hand, some readers may find the book to be overly focused on quantitative data and metrics. While the author's research is certainly impressive, it may not resonate with those who prefer a more qualitative approach to business analysis.Overall, Good to Great is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in understanding what it takes to build a successful company. The author's insights are well-supported by his research, and the book is filled with practical advice that can be applied to any business.Chapter 2:Jim CollinsJim Collins is an American author, researcher, and consultant who has written several bestselling books on business and leadership. He is best known for his book "Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't," which explores why some companies are able to achieve long-term success while others struggle.Collins has spent years studying what makes great companies and great leaders, and he has distilled his findings into practical advice that can be applied by anyone interested in improving their own performance or the performance of their organization. He has also conducted extensive research on topics such as company culture, strategy, and organizational change.In addition to his work as an author and researcher, Collins is a popular speaker and consultant who has worked with a wide range of organizations, from startups to Fortune 500 companies. His insights have been widely recognized, and he has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the field of business and leadership.Chapter 3:Top 5 Jim Collins Quotes 1 "Good is the enemy of great." - This quote is from his book "Good to Great" and highlights how settling for good can prevent us from achieving greatness.2 "Great vision without great people is irrelevant." - Collins...
On this week's episode, we welcome Adam Toth, President of Toth and Associates, a dynamic engineering consulting firm launched at a kitchen table and now boasting over 100 dedicated employees. Their strategy? A keen focus on people, inside and out, and trust in the timeless power of word-of-mouth.Dive into episode 261 of Gathering The Kings Podcast as Adam unpacks the essence of workplace joy, the power of on-the-job training, and his hiring philosophy - pick the person, train the skill. Hear his thoughts on nurturing long-term client relationships, and how this 'team-player' ethos feeds into their industry-wide reputation. Don't wait - press play and get in on the action now!During this episode, you will learn about;[01:45] Intro to Adam and his business[02:23] Adam's burning desire[08:25] The journey Adam has taken to get to where he is today[16:43] A couple of good decisions that Adam has made in his career[25:27] Adam reflects on a bad decision that he has been able to learn from[27:31] Adam's advice for interviewing[30:32] Adam's decision making process[36:41] If Adam had to choose only one KPI to track, which one would he choose?[38:13] Keys to Adam's success in longevity of clients and team members[40:03] Book Recommendations from Adam[43:45] Adam's view on work and family obsession[47:12] Advice that Adam would give to his younger self[48:19] How to connect with Adam Toth[49:42] Info on Gathering The Kings MastermindNotable Quotes"I want to be good at everything I do. But it's much more enjoyable and rewarding when you do it with other people." - Adam Toth"The end product of what you're doing doesn't give you satisfaction. It's what you do in the process that matters." - Adam Toth"If you're going to spend a third of your waking life at the office, you might as well create an environment that you enjoy going to." - Adam Toth"Bad decisions have occurred when we've put ourselves in a position where we had to hire for the job and not the person." - Adam Toth"There are many leaders who may focus on relationships with their clients, but they don't build relationships with their employees." - Adam Toth"Just do what you said you were going to do, and you will be more successful than most people." - Adam Toth"When I consider what I want to provide for my children, I realize that I am a trailblazer." - Chaz Wolfe (Host)"You should make yourself so valuable that even in a looming recession or any other situation, you're the very last person that they would want to get rid of because you're constantly adding value." - Chaz WolfeBooks and Resources Recommended:Collins, Jim. Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't. HarperBusiness, 2001.Good to Great : Why Some Companies Make the Leap &_Others Dont_: Amazon.com: BooksCovey, Stephen R. The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People: Restoring the Character Ethic. Simon and Schuster, 1989.The 7 Habits of Highly...
Join us again for an exciting episode of the Most Awesome Founder Podcast as we dive into the captivating story of Alex and Stan, the founders of high-growth startup Mammaly, which tackles the complex issue of pet health. Alex and Stan share how their shared vision led to a thriving direct-to-consumer business model and how collaborations are essential for their product development. Get ready for insights on customer understanding and hypotheses testing while rapidly scaling a startup. Take advantage of this fascinating episode packed with hands-on advice and inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs. We hope you have as much fun listening to the episode as we had to produce it! Chapters: (1:08) Welcome to Alex and Stan (1:50) How did Alex and Stan meet? (3:30) How did Stan choose Alex as a co-founder? (5:55) The importance of having a shared vision (8:53) The pain point behind Mammaly (10:50) Mammaly's collaborations with veterinarians and experts in product development (15:35) How can you acquire the knowledge necessary to survive in this industry? (17:05) Why is Mammaly a D2C business model? (19:30) Understanding customer needs (22:05) The process of hypothesis testing for Mammaly and the use of A/B testing (28:05) Hypothesis testing regarding pricing and willingness to pay (31:15) Increasing customer understanding with generative AI (33:35) Challenges in navigating a fast-growing startup (38:15) Stand explains the rule of 3 and 10 (41:15) What are skills that would be helpful to have learned at WHU (44:28) The lack of content on organizational structure and communication in business classes (47:50) Recommendations for books and podcasts (49:15) Alex advises on a healthy balance for peak performance (51:00) Podcast & book recommendations from Stan (54:00) Outro Guest recommendations: Peak Performance: Elevate Your Game, Avoid Burnout, and Thrive with the New Science of Success Good To Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't OMR podcast
If you're a small or medium-sized business hoping that all the buzz about AI and other recent technological innovation will just die down without you having to do anything about it… well, you're already behind the 8-ball. The time to take advantage is now — or you risk being left behind quickly by your competition. Our latest guest is someone who knows innovation — and how to use it — well. Trent Gillespie helps companies out-innovate Amazon, based on his 9 years as a senior leader there managing major global expansion and innovation programs, and his over 20 years of technical experience. Tune into the full episode for more on the rapid evolution of AI in recent years, what businesses can do to stay ahead of the curve, how companies can build cultures of innovation internally, and a lot more. Here's a Glimpse of What You'll Learn: What Trent believes is one of the most valuable skills you can learn, especially in the face of technological development, AI, and more Some of the recent innovations in the AI space, and what they mean for the future of business The top use cases for AI in business, especially ChatGPT, and where small to medium-sized businesses can do now to take advantage of this technology Whether businesses should be worried about AI, and why Trent believes they really only have 5 years to respond to today's technological innovations How Trent has transformed his experience at Amazon into his current work now The one characteristic that every successful company should structure their business around What “sustainable innovation” is, why it's so important for businesses to invest in, and why Amazon actually isn't great at this type of innovation How to create a culture that embraces innovation, and what that means for an organization's incentive programs Why innovation should factor prominently into your hiring strategy How Trent measures success in his own business, with his clients, and in his personal life Why Trent has shifted the measure of his happiness from simply money to quality of life Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Trent's company, Day One Innovation Trent Gillespie on LinkedIn “The Innovator's Dilemma: When New Technologies Cause Great Firms to Fail (Management of Innovation and Change)” by Clayton M. Christensen “[Non] Human Intelligence: AI, Automation, and How Robots Will Make Us Better People” by Cesar Keller “Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't” by Jim Collins “How Will You Measure Your Life?” by Clayton Christensen, James Allworth, and Karen Dillon Buy a copy of “Lost at CEO: An Entrepreneur's Guide to Strategy” by Carl J. Cox 40 Strategy Contact 40 Strategy Carl J. Cox on LinkedIn
So many company founders out there have found success because they've had a great idea, a particular skill set, and a willingness to put in the long hours. But those 3 characteristics are NOT how to scale a company. Instead, to become a successful CEO of a growing business, founders have to evolve what they do within that business — and this can be one of the toughest transitions for them to make. Letting go of job duties or responsibilities doesn't come easy for these high-achievers. Our latest guest, Dr. David Stern, MD, is someone who has gone through that transition himself. Stern is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Experity, a GTCR portfolio company and a leading software and services company providing integrated solutions to more than 50% of the U.S. urgent care market. Tune into the full conversation for more on David's journey from doctor to business owner, how he's evolved as a leader over the years, the pros and cons of mergers, and more. Here's a Glimpse of What You'll Learn: More about what David's company, Experity, does How the introduction of electronic medical records inspired David to start his own business The value of firsthand experience in developing the product that would make up the core of David's business How David morphed his job duties over the years, and how that helped scale the company Why founders are “scary” to investors What “drivers” are and the two conditions they have to meet The potential benefits and risks of doing a merger between two competitors — and what made David's so successful How David has transitioned his work habits so he can spend more time with his family The routine David has with his daughter, and how that has made his personal life so much more meaningful David's book recommendations, especially for business owners looking to scale their companies without stretching themselves too thin or trying to do everything all at once The one habit that successful CEOs consistently maintain Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Experity Health website David M. Stern, MD on LinkedIn David M. Stern, MD on Twitter “The Great Game of Business: The Only Sensible Way to Run a Company” by Jack Stack and Bo Burlingham “Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't” by Jim Collins “The 4 Disciplines of Execution: Achieving Your Wildly Important Goals” by Chris McChesney “The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth About Extraordinary Results” by Gary Keller 40 Strategy Contact 40 Strategy Carl J. Cox on LinkedIn
If you want to actually understand the story of your business — what's happening, where there are opportunities, and what the path is to meet your goals — you need one important piece. A solid bookkeeping foundation. Without correct, comprehensive numbers, your business will inevitably flounder. But actually ensuring you have that foundation in place? Not always so easy. That's where this week's guest, Dave Ashworth, helps small business clients. As the co-founder of Quantify for 10 years, Dave has helped countless business owners add a few extra hours of sleep per night knowing they have accurate and financial information to grow their business. Prior to founding Quantify, Dave's expertise was utilized by one of Pennsylvania's biggest regional public accounting firms. Tune into this week's episode for more on the “clean-up” process for messy books within a small business, some tips he has for entrepreneurs frustrated or intimidated by their bookkeeping, the importance of business owners paying themselves, and more. Here's a Glimpse of What You'll Learn: More about Dave's business and what kind of clients they serve How long it takes to “clean up” a business's books that might be a bit of a mess The kind of reactions Dave's clients give after their books have finally been cleaned up — even if they never thought that was possible Why having accounting peace of mind is so important for the future of a business How common it is for entrepreneurs to not actually pay themselves a salary (or at least a good one) Why you need a foundation of good numbers in order to tell the story of your business When you should (and should not) reinvest back into your business (and what this means for how you can get paid) How to quantify what you're doing and where you want to go More about the course that Dave created, and how it can help small business owners How Dave measures success — and impact — with his clients, team, and the industry More about the personal habits Dave has integrated into his life to ensure success, plus a few of his favorite book recommendations Resources Mentioned in This Episode: The Quantify Group website Dave Ashworth on LinkedIn The Quantify Group on Facebook Use code QUANTIFY100 for The Quantify Group course “Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds” by David Goggins “Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win” by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin “Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't” by Jim Collins 40 Strategy Contact 40 Strategy Carl J. Cox on LinkedIn
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Robots are coming to a restaurant near you! How the hell do we design for that?! Turns out there are quite a few things you may not know about restaurant and hospitality design. Today's guest, Robert Ancill, shares his insight on interior design and architecture for restaurants and hotels, ranging from the psychology of design to robots replacing staff. Robert Ancill has spent over 25 years in the restaurant industry, designing and overseeing the launch and operations of over 40 new restaurant brands and 500+ restaurant or café openings or remodels. His projects have taken him to 24 countries, where he has worked with clients in a wide range of businesses - from restaurants and hotels to offices and luxury homes. Robert is particularly experienced in franchising and development in international markets. ***
John talks to Dr. Leah Katz, Clinical Psychologist helping others get unstuck, find healing, and live their most meaningful lives. Dr. Leah is also a speaker, author of Gutsy: Mindfulness Practices for Everyday Bravery, founder of Katz Counseling, media contributor (to CBS, Psychology Today, Huffington Post, ABC, Shape, and more), wife, and mom. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [01:25] - About Dr. Leah's book “Gutsy: Mindfulness Practices for Everyday Bravery” [03:23] - Dr. Leah's backstory [09:58] - Pain as a catalyst for personal growth and transformation [12:31] - Why Dr. Leah decided to go into the field of psychology [22:23] - The F6 Formula [23:17] - Train analogy for taking action before it's too late [26:03] - Learning the skills to have a healthy relationship [31:10] - How Dr. Leah improves her significant relationships [36:55] - Dr. Leah's definition of success [38:10] - The meaning behind the name Relationships & Revenue [39:15] - The difference between happiness and joy [40:52] - How can parents teach their children to be content [41:49] - Dr. Leah's top daily habit [42:41] - Dr. Leah's big fail and its consequences [46:10] - Best and worst parts of Dr. Leah's job [48:23] - How to get a free signed copy of “Gutsy” [50:08] - Dr. Leah's recommendation on books NOTABLE QUOTES: “We have to learn the skills to have a healthy relationship when we're younger … If you don't know it, you're just going to crash and burn; you're just going to go tumbling down that bridge.” “The hardest job you'll ever have is being married.” “Not only is it like not learning the skill to have a healthy relationship from the people that you witnessed growing up, but then you have all these unrealistic expectations of what a healthy relationship is. So it's like, how are we supposed to succeed at this and be happy.” “What we do as men many times is we're not able to give our wives what they need. They need to know from us. It is their relational oxygen. They need to know what's going on with us on the inside. They need to know our hopes, dreams, feelings, and emotions.” “Your marriage is infinitely more important than any job or hobby.” “All relationships are a risk, but they are never a waste.” “True wealth is in relationships.” “Success is getting up one more time than I fall down.” “Science shows we raise good kids through modeling … If you carve out a life for yourself and you're committed to finding your own joy and contentment, there's a good chance that you're going to raise kids who will value the same thing.” BOOKS MENTIONED: Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't by Simon Sinek (https://tinyurl.com/LeadersEatLastBookSS) Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens (https://tinyurl.com/WhereTheCrawdadsSingBookDO) No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness with the Internal Family Systems Model by Richard Schwartz, Ph.D. (https://tinyurl.com/NoBadPartsBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.drleahkatz.com https://www.instagram.com/dr.leahkatz/ https://www.facebook.com/Dr.LeahKatz/ https://twitter.com/drleahkatz https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6hyYE80BOn-Lt7PxhRPwVQ https://tinyurl.com/GutsyBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/
The business landscape gets noisier every day which makes getting found, getting noticed, and getting bigger problems most face. What's a company to do? According to Kevin Maney, the answer is category design. In today's episode of the Play Your Position Podcast, Kevin explains just what category design is, why it matters, plus so much more about what it takes to succeed today in business. Kevin Maney is co-author of Play Bigger and has been a bestselling author and award-winning columnist writing about technology for three decades. That allows him to bring broad and deep context to Category Design conversations. Kevin's most recent book is Intended Consequences, co-authored with his long-time collaborator, Hemant Taneja, who runs the VC firm General Catalyst. His other books with Hemant are UnHealthcare: A Manifesto for Health Assurance, which proposes a new category of healthcare, and the 2018 book Unscaled: How AI and a New Generation of Upstarts Are Creating the Economy of the Future. He also authored The Two-Second Advantage (a 2011 New York Times best seller), Trade-Off: Why Some Things Catch On and Others Don't, and The Maverick and His Machine: Thomas Watson Sr. and the Making of IBM. Kevin has written for Newsweek, Fortune, The Atlantic, Fast Company, Conde Nast Portfolio, The New York Times and USA Today, and has appeared frequently on television and radio, including CNN, CBS Sunday Morning and NPR. He also writes music for and plays in a New York band, Total Blam Blam. Learn more about Kevin on his website: https://www.categorydesignadvisors.com/ = = = = = My latest book, The Far Unlit Unknown -- is available everywhere books are sold! Get your copy and learn more about it here Are we connected yet on social? @maryloukayser (Instagram) https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlkayser/ (LinkedIn) Here are three more ways I can help you: Share this episode with one person who could use a boost of inspiration and positivity today. Bring me in to speak at your next event. Book a free call with me today to discuss that book you finally want to write in this year.
John talks to Tanya McCready — international best-selling author of the books Iditarod Dreamer: A Rookie Team's Journey (The Winterdance Tetralogy) and Journey of a 1000 Miles, keynote speaker, co-founder of Winterdance Dogsled Tours, wife, and mom. Tune in to discover Tanya's journey into the Canadian wilderness and how she and her husband became husky parents, ultimately establishing a profitable family business. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [02:37] - Tanya's journey up to the starting line [05:51] - Turning her love for dogs and dog sledding into a business [08:46] - Why she started her business [10:00] - About her book “Iditarod Dreamer” [16:10] - Tanya's progression from dog sled racing to TEDx speaker [18:53] - Locations where Tanya has spoken [20:49] - Tanya's journey to speak at TEDx [22:35] - What Tanya does to improve her most important relationships at home [24:35] - Tanya's definition of success [25:14] - Tanya's #1 daily habit [26:43] - Who is investing in Tanya right now [28:18] - Books that Tanya has been reading [29:29] - The time when Tanya failed big and the result [32:07] - Tanya's third book and upcoming speech [33:07] - How to get a free signed copy of Tanya's book NOTABLE QUOTES: “When you burn your bridges, you got to find a way forward because there is no back.” “When you're chasing a big dream, a big goal, a big vision, there's gonna be tough days. So, having somebody help you reconnect with that vision is so important.” “If your dream doesn't scare you, at least a little bit, is it really a dream at that point?” “No master can get there on their own.” “Your business's success starts at home.” “Success to us is being able to live exactly how you want, being able to do what you love every single day, being able to change people around positively.” “In order for us to get to the levels that we were destined to be at, we need help along the way. And one of the ways we get that help is through various types of coaches.” “There is no failure if you keep trying.” “Failure is just a setback. So share that with other people and help them see that failure is just a stepping stone. To get through that failure, the fastest way to do it is to set a new goal, a new vision, a new dream to get excited about.” BOOKS MENTIONED: Stealing Fire: How Silicon Valley, the Navy SEALs, and Maverick Scientists Are Revolutionizing the Way We Live and Work by Steven Kotler (https://tinyurl.com/StealingFireBook) Leaders Eat Last (With a New Chapter): Why Some Teams Pull Together, and Others Don't by Simon Sinek (https://tinyurl.com/LeadersEatLastBookSS) The Greatest Salesman in the World by Og Mandino (https://tinyurl.com/TheGreatestSalesmanBook) Think and Grow Rich: The Landmark Bestseller Now Revised and Updated for the 21st Century by Napoleon Hill (https://tinyurl.com/ThinkAndGrowRichBookNH) How Are You, Really?: Living Your Truth One Answer at a Time by Jenna Kutcher (https://tinyurl.com/HowAreYouReallyBook) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.winterdance.com https://www.instagram.com/tanyacmccready/ https://www.facebook.com/tanya.mccready.3 https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanya-mccready-winterdance/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0VXGoNfmiesOVFnCTbwDbQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_VOYYfwnAA https://tinyurl.com/JourneyOf1000MilesBook https://tinyurl.com/IditarodDreamerBook CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://thejohnhulen.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/johnhulen LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/
Good To GreatGood To Great Full Chapter Brief If you want your enterprise to go farther, you should not be satisfied with being “good” but should make continuous efforts to achieve “greatness”, so that your company can be more dynamic, more competitive, and last for a really long time. So, how can enterprises break through the bottleneck of being just good? And how do we build an excellent management team? This book puts forward a set of ideas that, if implemented carefully, will enable most companies to improve their operations significantly and be able to become an outstanding company. Overview | Chapter 1Hi, welcome to Bookey. Today we will unlock the book From Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't. There are many famous companies that have experienced a period of glory, leaving their peers far behind. But slowly, they began to not think about innovation, became content with the status quo, stopped seeking to improve, let themselves fall into the trap of complacency and consequently fell from the top to the bottom. The most typical example is Kodak. Kodak was once the world's leading film manufacturer. Its film recorded people's sorrow and happiness, glory and dreams for more than 100 years. But unfortunately, they have not been able to keep up with the new era. Some people think they stumbled in the face of camera manufacturers like Sony and Nikon, while many people don't realize that the world's first digital camera was actually made by Kodak. The ultimate reason why Kodak failed is down to the fact that they refused to “kill” their signature film, unwilling to move forward toward “greatness”, and eventually died because of its inaction. The lessons of history tell us that when a company begins to become content with their current status quo, and remain stagnant and complacent, the mansion that they once strove so hard to build up will fall into a precarious state. In order to avoid complacency, we should not merely be satisfied with being good, but also we should continue to strive for greatness, to enable our enterprise to be more dynamic and more long-lasting. So, how to go from good to great? How to make the enterprise break through the bottleneck of excellence? How to set up an excellent management team? This book presents a set of ideas that can help most companies dramatically improve their operations and even become an exceptional company. The author of this book, Jim Collins, is a renowned management expert and best-selling business author, whose books include Great by Choice: Uncertainty, Chaos, and Luck—Why Some Thrive Despite Them All, How The Mighty Fall: And Why Some Companies Never Give In, and, Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies, of which we've also provided you with a bookey. He spent his early years teaching and researching at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business, where he received the Distinguished Teaching Award. In 1995, he founded his own Management Lab, where he conducted research on business life with leaders of numerous corporations and social institutions. Collins has also served as senior manager and CEO of world-renowned companies such as Merck & Co, Starbucks, Times Spiegel Group, and McKinsey & Company. Next, we will talk about the essence of this book from three parts and learn how companies can make the leap from good to great: Part One: How to build an excellent team; Part Two: How to create the concept of excellence; Part Three: How to achieve excellence.
"If you love life, don't waste time, because time is what life is made of." Today, Brandon (@kingketo) ranks the top 50 business books of all time. He categorizes them into different tiers based on their impact and usefulness. He highlights "How to Win Friends and Influence People" as a must-read book that should be required reading for high school students. He believes that if everyone applied the knowledge from this book, the world would be a different place. Welcome to the Victory Talk Podcast hosted by Brandon Carter. Uncover the strategies for financial growth, physical strength, and a winning mindset as Brandon shares his multi-seven-figure business experience and brings in millionaire friends to drop their knowledge. No fluff, no sponsors, just raw advice. Get ready to seize victory and enjoy the show!Timestamps:(0:35) How to Win Friends & Influence People (Dale Carnegie Books)(1:15) Willpower: Rediscovering the Greatest Human Strength(1:58) Good To Great(2:20) Think and Grow Rich(3:37) Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future(4:25) Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action(4:57) 7 Habits of Highly Effective People(5:17) The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich(6:21) Rich Dad Poor Dad(7:00) Atomic Habits(7:49) Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World(8:35) Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies (Good to Great, 2)(8:54) Influence, New and Expanded: The Psychology of Persuasion(9:41) Blue Ocean Strategy(10:21) Outliers: The Story of Success(10:55) Profit First: Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine(11:40) The 22 Immutable Laws of Marketing(12:20) Getting Things Done(13:13) The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth About Extraordinary Results(14:07) The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It(15:48) Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't(16:32) The 10X Rule: The Only Difference Between Success and Failure(18:04) Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products(18:20) The 4 Disciplines of Execution: Achieving Your Wildly Important Goals(18:30) The 80/20 Principle(18:42) Dotcom Secrets: The Underground Playbook for Growing Your Company Online with Sales Funnels(19:50) Getting Past No: Negotiating in Difficult Situations(19:57) Managing Oneself (Harvard Business Review Classics)(20:25) How to Get Rich: One of the World's Greatest Entrepreneurs Shares His Secrets(21:19) Never Split The Difference(21:33) 48 Laws or Power(21:57) The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph(22:41) Ego is The Enemy(23:25) Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds(24:09) Purple Cow, New Edition: Transform Your Business by Being Remarkable(25:08) This Is Marketing: You Can't Be Seen Until You Learn to See(25:35) Building a StoryBrand: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen(26:18) $100M Offers: How To Make Offers So Good People Feel Stupid Saying No(27:47) Crush It!: Why Now Is The Time To Cash In On Your Passion(29:39) Pitch Anything(30:16) Trading In The Zone(31:13) Breakthrough Advertising(32:09) 80/20 Sales and Marketing(33:17) The Ultimate Sales Letter(33:27) The One Minute Sales Person(34:05) The Power of Full Engagement(34:38) Principles(35:23) RelentlessOthers:The Ultimate Sales MachineThe Way of The Wolf
We welcome back to the show, Dr Katye Susse. She is a chiropractor and television host in Los Angeles, CA, whose research is focused on recovery from chronic illness, breast implant safety, medical device safety advocacy, strategies for regeneration after chemical exposures, informed consent legislation for device safety, plastic surgery reform, metabolism of heavy metals, and underlying causes of skin laxity and premature aging. She is also a functional and preventative health expert who works with patients to optimize their health and feel their best. Her flagship formula, Silicone Implant Support, is designed to provide solutions to people who want to live healthily with silicone implants. Dr Kayte has an extensive background in allopathic and natural health, completing 1000+ additional hours of training in functional medicine, nutrition, immunology and epigenetics. She has worked in holistic and allopathic clinics and the private sector as a clinician educator and speaker. She has also interviewed dozens of leading medical experts for Focus TV, Evertalk Television Network and Amazon Live/Sway TV. In this episode, Dr Susse speaks about her story of how breast implants wreaked havoc on her body and share what she knows about breast implant illness education and recovery. She also discusses loving herself the way she is and finding happiness in being the happiest, healthiest version of herself without going under the knife. 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[09:50] Who Do Some Women Get Sick With Breast Implants, & Others Don't? · It is important to understand why some people are healthy with breast implants and others aren't and how to intervene. It is also important to support people in whatever they want to do, know the risks, and know how to support themselves. · Body modification doesn't revolve around plastic surgery. Still, it includes the neck, click the rings in Africa, and the island where people believed the behind the knee was a second vagina. These examples show that people love to do this type of stuff and should be safe and supported. · Culture and tradition greatly influence body modification, like the Chinese foot binding was a way to signal status. · Our society is becoming less healthy due to high exposure to chemicals and increased levels of histamine, which affects the type of scar tissue capsule around a breast implant. [15:00] Does Histamine destroy collagen production? Here's what you need to know · Histamine is an important neurotransmitter but can also lead to mania and neurological function. Mast cells in different body parts work on a priming system, like dopamine with gambling. · Histamine can also drive a high level of thinking, especially in women with histamine estrogen. However, over time, it can be destructive. · Hypersecreting histamine when mast cells are primed can lead to hypermobility, and this is why people with genetic hypermobility like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome automatically skew into muscle activation syndrome. · Infection can do it as there are a lot of bugs that break down collagen and secrete histamine. This cycle is a fast-flick explanation of hypermobility. [24:30] Breast Implant: Is it safe or not? · If a person is healthy before getting breast implants, they will likely make good scar tissue capsules and not be negatively affected by the known toxins in the implants. · Those who switch implants without doing an onboard capsule ectopy can get into trouble if their collagen and system are overworking and dysregulated. This can lead to capsular contracture, which is a bad aesthetic outcome. · Scar tissue is a big issue even externally on the body, and even just a scar randomly on the body can throw off the energy system. This can lead to big scar chunks inside the chest. [36:55] How to Enhance Your Detoxification Pathways · Mineral replenishment, synthetic bile, liver flushes, liposuction, scar therapy manual therapies, and TRT machines are important. Mineral replenishment is important because it helps to replenish mitochondria in the stomach. · Synthetic bile and liver flushes are also important before detoxing metals, silicone, and liposuction. · Scar therapy manual therapies are necessary to unburden yourself of scarring in the areas where you had liposuction and to keep lymph moving with the understanding that you may not ever be able to get all the scar tissue out of that area. AND MUCH MORE! 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When your personality and your professional life do not align with who you are, it causes friction. In today's episode Elise Buie is pointing out the strengths of embracing your unique qualities. What is the impact that your uniqueness will have? Professionally and personally?Elise unpacks the effects of being your authentic self — and how that will uplevel your emotional intelligence as a leader. Listen in to this MaxLawCon presentation, if you are ready to dig deep into your authenticity and uncover it! 01:48 When your personality doesn't really match what it “takes” to run a law firm04:06 When your inner critic is loud - How do you turn that into something positive and motivating for you? 06:43 Lean into your authentic self?!10:04 As a law firm owner, you have such a unique opportunity to model something different …15:07 Getting into a owners mindset by …16:35 What is that minimum standard of care!?19:17 Being an emotionally intelligent leader26:33 Treating people a different way than we are taught in law school
Hello All, this is the final episode of Season 10! I am closing with this conversation because it offers a fresh perspective on wealth both as a writer and as a donor. Paul Sullivan has had and continues to have an exciting career that we can all learn from. Sit back, relax, and listen to Paul reflect on his journey to date and what money has had to do with it! Paul is the founder of The Company of Dads, the first platform dedicated to creating a community for Lead Dads. Its mission is to help Lead Dads feel less isolated and more confident that they have made the correct choice to take on the bulk of the parenting and family duties - or at the very least not embrace stereotypes around who does what at home. As a Lead Dad himself, Paul understands intimately the joys, frustrations, isolation and reticence around talking about being a Lead Dad. It's a role that is growing in numbers but is far from normalized. Before starting The Company of Dads in 2021, Paul wrote the Wealth Matters column in The New York Times for 13 years. He also created the Money Game column in GOLF Magazine. As a journalist for 25 years, his articles also appeared in Fortune, Money, Conde Nast Portfolio, The International Herald Tribune, Barron's, The Boston Globe, and Food & Wine. From 2000 to 2006, he was a reporter, editor and columnist at the Financial Times. He got his start as a reporter at Bloomberg and Institutional Investor. He is the author of two books Clutch: Why Some People Excel Under Pressure and Others Don't and The Thin Green Line: The Money Secrets of The Super Wealthy. Paul has been interviewed on podcasts, radio and television programs across America, including NPR, Marketplace, CNN, and Fox News. He has also given key-note talks to audiences from 50 to 500 people in the United States, Mexico and Chile. Paul lives in New Canaan, Connecticut, with his wife and their three daughters and three dogs. He received degrees in history from Trinity College and the University of Chicago. When not running The Company of Dads or being a Lead Dad, he is an obsessive golfer. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/devdebrief/support
Ready Fire Aim: Zero to 100M in No Time Flat by Michael Masterson — https://amzn.to/3YWZLIiHappy Sexy Millionaire: Unexpected Truths about Fulfillment, Love, and Success by Steven Bartlett — https://amzn.to/3IT3gdaTraction: Get A Grip On Your Business by Gino Wickman — https://amzn.to/3kpRYDZ100M Offers: How to Make Offers So Good People Feel Stupid Saying No & 100M Leads Book coming soon by Alex Hormozi — https://amzn.to/3xSvC1648 Laws of Power by Robert Greene — https://amzn.to/41tyMpBBuilding a StoryBrand: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen by Donald Miller — https://amzn.to/41sDfsiNever finished by David Goggins as a follow up to Can't Hurt MeThe Great CEO Within: The Tactical Guide to Company Building by Matt Mochary — https://amzn.to/3KCV7LmBuilt to Sell: Creating a Business That Can Thrive Without You by John Warrillow — https://amzn.to/3Y69eMMeasure What Matters: The Simple Idea that Drives 10x Growth by John Doerr — https://amzn.to/3Sw0kXlThinking Fast & Slow by Daniel Kahneman — https://amzn.to/3Zc0LrQGood to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't by Jim Collins — https://amzn.to/3Z4mx18High Output Management by Andrew S Grove — https://amzn.to/3ITKRNyBlitzscaling: The Lightning-Fast Path to Building Massively Valuable Companies by Reid Hoffman — https://amzn.to/3SBGjyrPrinciples for Dealing with the Changing World Order by Ray Dalio — https://amzn.to/41BRjQC
Mark Rickmeier shares the specific approaches product innovators use to develop breakthrough solutions. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The double diamond framework for more effective problem solving. 2) How to quickly generate new, original ideas in two ways. 3) A handy tool to help you select the most resonant solution. Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep838 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MARK — Mark Rickmeier is the Chief Executive Officer at TXI, a boutique strategy and product innovation firm that specializes in UX research, design, and software development and closes the gap between ambition and reality. Over the past 20 years, he has created more than 100 mobile apps, custom-built web applications, and intuitive user experiences. • LinkedIn: Mark Rickmeier • Walkshop: walkshop.io • Website: TXIDigital.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Organization: Future Problem Solving Program International • Tool: ThoughtExchange • Book: Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business Paperback by Gino Wickman • Book: Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't by Jim Collins • Book: Rituals for Work: 50 Ways to Create Engagement, Shared Purpose, and a Culture that Can Adapt to Change by Kursat Ozenc and Margaret Hagan See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
So many business owners fall into the trap of focusing only on the end outcome: are sales up or down, did the product sell or not sell, are we profitable? But in reality, we should be focused on measuring the stepping stones along the way that they can control: sales leads collected, on time delivery, managing discretionary expenses, etc. In this, business is much like sports. Focusing solely on the end outcome (did you win or lose?) can only get you so far. You also need to focus on what you're doing in the lead-up to the games. Our guest this week is an expert in preparing athletes for those moments — and helping them measure progress along the way. Bill Maxwell is the Director of Athletic Performance for Olympic sports, with a primary focus on men's basketball, at the University of Iowa. Before that, he was an assistant strength and conditioning coach at the University of Kansas, where he oversaw strength and conditioning programs for the Jayhawk Olympic sports, including basketball, baseball, and swimming and diving. Listen to the full episode for more on how a Division I strength and conditioning coach measures success within his program, the difference between outcome goals and process goals (and how to set both), some of the technological advances that have been made in the strength and conditioning industry, and more. Here's a Glimpse of What You'll Learn: How Bill got started in strength and conditioning as a profession Some of the ways that the strength and conditioning world has progressed over the past couple decades The impact of wearable technology for athletes How Bill and the rest of the team at Iowa measures athletes' nervous systems, and the impact that rest has on performance The most important key performance indicators that athletic programs should measure More about the reactive strength index, and how it serves as the standard for the student-athletes at Iowa How Bill answers the question “how do you know your program is working?” The mindset shifts it takes to be a top-performing athlete The difference between outcome goals and process goals, and why both are important within an athletics program How sleep impacts performance Some of the personal habits Bill has integrated to keep himself at his best every day How much water intake you should really have The 3 action words Bill tries to practice each day, and what each of those words mean to him Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Iowa Olympics Sports Strength & Conditioning Bill Maxwell on LinkedIn “Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones” by James Clear “Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don't” by Simon Sinek “The Brain Always Wins: Improving Your Life Through Better Brain Management” by Dr. John P. Sullivan 40 Strategy Contact 40 Strategy Carl J. Cox on LinkedIn
Episode Highlights With Jim KwikHis purpose in life and how his inspiration was his desperation through brain injuries and learning strugglesHow he teaches the “software” of brain health: learning faster, adaptabilityThings he recommends for having a limitless brain1/3 of our brain performance is determined by genetics but the other 2/3 are under our control to changeTools for brain health: a good brain diet, neuro-nutrition, killing ants (automatic negative thoughts), movement, brain nutrients, positive peer group and social relationships, clean environment, sleep, brain protection, new learnings, stress managementBrain is only 2% of body mass but requires 20% of nutrientsTop brain foods: avocado, blueberries, choline from eggs, salmon, sardines, dark chocolateTo avoid for brain health: seed oils, sugarWhat mirror neurons are and why they are important to understand for brain healthHow chronic fear suppresses the immune system and how to reduce it and manage stressThe importance of meditation for stress and healthHow morning sunlight and hydration directly help the brainThe thought experiment he does every morning for brain health and focusHaving a “to do list” and a “not to do list”What you see, you take care ofThe masters and experts never get bored of the basicsNever get bored of your brainResources We MentionLimitless: Upgrade Your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, and Unlock Your Exceptional Life by Jim KwikKwik Brain PodcastJim Kwik - CoursesGood to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't by Jim CollinsChiliPad - Use code wellnessmama for 25% offThink and Grow Rich Deluxe Edition: The Complete Classic Text by Napoleon HillThe Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent PealeMindset by Carol S. DweckThe Rise of Superman: Decoding the Science of Ultimate Human Performan