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Want your views heard on the show? Tap here to send us a message!In the last episode until next season, a bumper crop of Jez, Matt, Barry, Alex and Duncan discuss Unsung Hero, Young Player, Try of the Season and Player of the Season for both the Saracens men and womenFollow the Fezcast on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube to hear all our latest news first!Click here for subscription links[Disclaimer: The Fezcast is brought to you on behalf of the Saracens Supporters Association and is not an official product of Saracens Ltd]Title Music (from Season 4): "Herald" by This Winter Machine

Unleashed: The Political News Hour with Nate Cain – Uncover Washington's deceptions: a deep dive into Trump's controversial budget bill, a fact-check of Biden's job growth boasts, and the Soros-backed lawsuits stalling anti‑child‑trafficking reforms. Neuroscientist David Moerschel fights for January 6 defendants' pardons, while Senator Tom Willis offers frontline insights on global conflicts, boldly challenging narratives and demanding accountability.

Kevin Van Trump and Andy Daniels sit down with Dave Parker and Tom Willis to discuss current thoughts regarding new tariffs, trade war, crop prices, biofuel, sorghum seed, and policy changes for agriculture in 2025. There are also lots of other great topics discussed. This is an episode you don't want to miss heading into … Crop Price Forecast, Trade Uncertainty, and Navigating the Road Ahead with Special Guest Dave Parker & Tom Willis Read More »

Preview also available on our YouTube channel Our guest : NEIL “KEEGO” KEEGAN https://twitter.com/keegolaughs_irl www.keegolaughs.com Apologies Up Front on Apple Podcasts IRELAND : 15. Hugo Keenan 14. Mack Hansen 13. Garry Ringrose 12. Bundee Aki 11. James Lowe 10. Sam Prendergast 9. Jamison Gibson-Park 1. Andrew Porter 2. Rónan Kelleher 3. Finlay Bealham 4. James Ryan 5. Tadhg Beirne 6. Ryan Baird 7. Josh van der Flier 8. Caelan Doris (c) 16. Dan Sheehan 17. Cian Healy 18. Thomas Clarkson 19. Iain Henderson 20. Jack Conan 21. Conor Murray 22. Jack Crowley 23. Robbie Henshaw ENGLAND : 15. Freddie Steward 14. Tommy Freeman 13. Ollie Lawrence 12. Henry Slade 11. Cadan Murley 10. Marcus Smith 9. Alex Mitchell  1. Ellis Genge 2. Luke Cowan-Dickie 3. Will Stuart 4. Maro Itoje (c) 5. George Martin 6. Tom Curry 7. Ben Curry 8. Ben Earl 16. Theo Dan 17. Fin Baxter 18. Joe Heyes 19. Ollie Chessum 20. Chandler Cunningham-South 21. Tom Willis 22. Harry Randall 23. Fin Smith Guinness Six Nations 2025 Rd 1 Saturday February 1, 2025 KO 4:45pm  Aviva Stadium Live on : Virgin Media One Referee: Ben O'Keeffe (NZ) AR1: James Doleman (NZ) AR2: Hollie Davidson (Sco) TMO: Glenn Newman (NZ) FPRO: Richard Kelly (NZ) Where to find Harpin' On Rugby https://linktr.ee/harpinonrugby COMMENT/SHARE/FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE

Dan Cole joins Ben Youngs to react to the news of his omission from Steve Borthwick's England Rugby squad for the 2025 Men's Six Nations. The pair analyse the reasons behind Maro Itoje replacing Jamie George as captain, why Ben Spencer can feel hard done by, and what we can expect from an exciting new crop of players including Tom Willis, Caden Murley and Oscar Beard. 

Ugo, Ashy and Chris are in Twickenham to bring you reaction to the news that Maro Itoje is the new England captain. It was the big headline as Steve Borthwick named his 36-man squad for the upcoming Six Nations. But with 88 Tests under his belt, why is now the time right for Itoje to lead the team? We hear about his interests off the field and why he is different to previous captains. Tom Willis made the cut but there is no place for Henry Pollock. So what will England's back row look like? We also pick our backline for England's opener against Ireland in Dublin and how to get the best out of Ollie Lawrence.

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!After a quick holiday hiatus the boys are back to discuss the last few weeks of rugby and rest and ridiculous New Years resolutions.Most importantly though Which Agent Smith should be England's key lynchpin for the 6 nations... Magic Marcus with another 18 point haul against Newcastle or all singing all boshing Fin with a performance masterclass to take down the Prem leaders Bath?The boys round up the weekends action including Bristols dire couple of weeks plus theres a lookahead to the tastiest of ties in the Champions Cup...La Rochelle vs Leinster anyone? Or how about Dupont, Toulouse vs Eben and the superstars at the Sharks? Almost a France vs South Africa rematch from the World Cup....Apart from that Ryan explains his ridiculous attempt at not wearing shoes, Max's new years resolutions and why Tom Willis is an absolute rugby warlord Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kevin Van Trump and Andy Daniels sit down with Tom Willis to discuss current thoughts regarding the government shutdown, administration changes, trade war, biofuel, and policy changes for agriculture in 2025. There are also lots of other great topics discussed. This is an episode you don't want to miss before the New Year!

It's blowing a gale both on and off the pitch. Goodey's been on the wet and windy road between London, Bath and Glasgow for the opening round of the Champions Cup, while Jim's tweeting up his own storm over rugby platforms and where fans can watch all the action. We cover all the action, including Saracens win and Tom Willis' England shout, Bordeaux overpowering Leicester, Leinster's Guinness bomb squad doing the business, and some WWE action in Thomand Park. Plus, Toulouse and Scotland All-Star Blair Kinghorn joins us to chat life in France, Dupont's greatness, and Scotland's Six Nations ambitions. Throw in a big update on our upcoming live show tour, some listener questions and the rumour mill, and you've got a belter of an episode. Settle back, hit subscribe on Spotify, and enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Culture Eats Everything, host Kevin sits down with Roger Blake, CEO of Merit Network, to discuss the transformative role of culture in leadership. Roger shares insights from his extensive career in telecommunications and cybersecurity and his nonprofit mission at Merit. They explore his journey, the importance of personal purpose, and the challenges of leading an organization dedicated to closing the digital divide. Roger reflects on the value of professional growth, authenticity, and the impact of storytelling in fostering a connected and inclusive society. Click here to buy our book : https://geni.us/the-great-engagement _____________________________ Roger Blake : https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-blake/ _____________________________ Phoenix Performance Partners Website: https://www.phoenixperform.com/ Interchange: https://www.phoenixperform.com/interchange Culture Eats Everything Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/culture-eats-everything/id1526731051 Culture Eats Everything Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1utf9dZh2PRQKxe6qg5I5M Kevin Davis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinjohndavis/ Tom Willis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasawillis/ Checkout our book: https://www.phoenixperform.com/book #cultureeatseverything

Struggling to keep your employees engaged and your revenue flatlining? Building a phenomenal company culture could be the secret weapon you've been missing. In this episode, Phoenix Performance Partners co-founder and partner Tom Willis discusses the transformative power of company culture with our host Doug C. Brown. With over three decades of experience working with CEOs globally to foster high-performing cultures and teams, Tom emphasizes the critical role of aspiration and empowerment in driving engagement. This episode serves as a beacon for leaders looking to foster meaningful change, offering practical wisdom and actionable strategies to cultivate a culture of excellence and innovation.In this episode, you will learn:> How to create high-performing cultures and how they boost revenue growth> The power of aspiration and empowerment> How to be a more effective leaderTom is giving CEO Sales Strategies listeners access to the Engaged Life Inventory Worksheet - a first step towards a better future by getting an honest reflection on the present. Download yours here! https://www.phoenixperform.com/sme

Tom Willis believes we are all born with unlimited potential. As a former classroom teacher, he also believes in the power of lifelong learning.  These beliefs have shaped his primary goal in life: helping others move beyond their self-limiting beliefs so they can reach their God-given potential.   Prior to co-founding Phoenix Partners, he had the great honor of serving as the CEO for Cornerstone, a school system in Detroit.  He was fortunate to earn an engineering degree from the University of Michigan and an MBA from the University of Notre Dame.   He thanks God every day for his amazing wife and three wonderful children.Show Notes:In this episode, Tom Willis, co-founder of Phoenix Partners and former CEO of Cornerstone, shares his insights on leadership, employee engagement, and overcoming self-limiting beliefs. Drawing from his extensive experience in education and business, Tom discusses the alarming statistics on employee engagement, the importance of lifelong learning, and the concept of moving beyond resignation. He highlights his new book, 'The Great Engagement,' co-authored with Brad Zimmerman, and explores the critical balance between aspiration and empowerment in fostering a productive organizational culture. Throughout the conversation, Tom emphasizes the importance of leadership's role in cultivating a positive and engaged workforce, offering practical tools and techniques for leaders to apply in their own settings.Bookmarks:00:00 Introduction to Tom Willis00:49 The Great Engagement Book01:37 Employee Engagement Statistics02:11 Challenges of Disengagement04:01 Leadership and Culture07:58 Brain Chemistry and Change16:33 Coaching and Leadership21:03 Understanding Human Nature in Leadership22:04 The Formula for Engagement22:17 Aspiration vs. Inspiration24:00 Empowerment in Education24:38 Max Dupree's Leadership Insights25:25 The Role of Leadership Styles29:58 Cultural Mindsets in Education33:48 Transformational Leadership in Personal Life36:45 The Essence of Servant Leadership39:58 Final Thoughts and ResourcesDon't Forget to Review the Show!I appreciate you checking out the episodes. I would mean a lot to me if you took a minute right now to subscribe, rate, and review on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, or wherever you listen! It helps the show out a lot!Who am I?I've been an educator in Massachusetts for 23 years.  I'm finishing my 16th year as a building leader.  I'm a teacher centered Principal and passionate about continuous improvement and the idea that success is not a destination, but a process. I'm active on social media, vlog about continuous improvement on a weekly basis, and wrote a book also called SEEing to Lead as a way to help everyone improve education as a whole by promoting my “just cause”: improving the educational experience for as many people as possible by being purposeful, acting with integrity, and building character. SEEing to Lead Extras!Like the content, want to be a guest, or know someone who would? Reach out to me on Twitter at @DrCSJonesHave you taken the time to order and read my latest book! Seeing to Lead is filled with practical resources and personal stories to help you support, engage, and empower those you lead no matter your position!Jimmy Casas said, "If you are a leader who is looking to support, engage and empower your staff, then SEEing to Lead, by Dr. Chris Jones, is a book you will want to pick up and read. Dr. Jones reminds us that building capacity and helping others achieve personal success is the key to elevating your organization and leaving a lasting impact."Get your copy here! Don't forget to leave a rating and review for others. I would appreciate it!Subscribe to My Newsletter! We are all busy, often unsupported, and struggle to stay engaged! Here is a weekly resource that has something to support, engage, and empower you. Not to mention it saves you time by getting to the point! Increase your focus and become a better leader; no matter your position. Check it out here!Get in touch to schedule me for a workshop or presentation!This show is part of the Be Podcast Network. Our podcasts go beyond education as we know it — in any learning environment, formal or informal — and help you be the change you want to see. Learn more about the network and all our shows at https://bepodcast.network We're thrilled to be sponsored by MyFlexLearning, the scheduling platform that helps middle and high schools meet the individual needs of all students. Create and manage time for flex blocks, WIN time, activity periods, RTI, counselor and teacher appointments and much more. And with a built-in accountability tool and reporting features, solve your challenges around getting kids where they need to be and understanding how flex time is spent. Make your flex time work for you. Visit myflexlearning.com/BE to learn more and receive $500 off the first year. 

Let's get your High Performance Leadership Retreat scheduled today! Reach out to me darrin@roadtoawesome.net to set up the conversation and get your team on the Road to Awesome for the upcoming year!Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click hereAnd now...about our guest this week on the show:Tom Willis is an Organizational Culture Expert. He believes we are all born with unlimited potential. As a former classroom teacher, he also believes in the power of lifelong learning. These beliefs have shaped his primary goal in life: helping others uncover their talents so they can reach their potential. Prior to joining Phoenix, he had the great honor of serving as CEO for Cornerstone; a consultant with PricewaterhouseCoopers; and an engineer with the Intel Corporation. Along the way, he was fortunate to earn degrees from the University of Michigan and the University of Notre Dame (MBA). He thanks God every day for his amazing wife and three wonderful children.Check out the free life engagement Tom mentioned in the show: https://www.phoenixperform.com/leaningintoleadershipWebsite: http://phoenixperform.comSocial Media Links:LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasawillis/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@phoenixperformancepartnersGrab a copy of Tom's new book: https://www.phoenixperform.com/bookGuest provided by: www.expertbookers.com

This week's episode revolves around leadership development, mission statements, and eliminating resignation in organizations. Our amazing speakers (yes, this week we have two guests) emphasize the importance of aligning purpose and empowerment to create a culture that resonates with employees and stakeholders. They also discuss various effective leadership and management strategies, including understanding individual team members' motivations and personal aspirations, prioritizing meaningful targets, and fostering a commitment to a higher purpose. In this conversation, we also highlight the challenges of implementing these concepts in larger organizations and the need for intentionality and practical exercises in creating an exceptional culture.ABOUT OUR GUESTSBrad Zimmerman has been helping CEOs create exceptional cultures since 1992. He believes there is unlimited potential in the human spirit and that we all adopt beliefs that can limit our potential. Gaining access to this potential unleashes personal and organizational growth. He turned to organizational coaching more than 30 years ago following a successful career in sales and operations. Since then, he has helped over 10,000 leaders in businesses, nonprofits, and other organizations develop cultures that transform work environments so people grow and the organizations thrive.Tom Willis is an organizational culture expert. He believes we are all born with unlimited potential. As a former classroom teacher, he also believes in the power of lifelong learning. These beliefs have shaped his primary goal in life: helping others uncover their talents so they can reach their potential. Prior to joining Phoenix, he had the great honor of serving as CEO for Cornerstone; a consultant with PricewaterhouseCoopers; and an engineer with the Intel Corporation. Along the way, he was fortunate to earn degrees from the University of Michigan and the University of Notre Dame (MBA). He thanks God every day for his amazing wife and three wonderful children.For all our dear podcast listeners, you can access the Engaged Life Inventory for free here: https://www.phoenixperform.com/theleaderslabABOUT OUR HOSTKen Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Senior Leadership Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue.  You can learn more about Ken and his team attheleaderslab.coListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

Today is an episode previously enjoyed, May 15, 2024. Hoppy is joined by Brad McElhinny in studio for the election post-mortem. They are joined by Patrick Morrisey, Danny Jones, Rex Repass, Greg Hunter, Jim Justice, Tom Willis, Greg Thomas, and Charlie Trump.

Today Hoppy is joined by Doug Skaff, Tom Willis, Deak Kersey, Tonya J. Powers, Matt Lewis, and Tom Susman.

Today Hoppy is joined by Brad McElhinny in studio for the election post-mortem. They are joined by Patrick Morrisey, Danny Jones, Rex Repass, Greg Hunter, Jim Justice, Tom Willis, Greg Thomas, and Charlie Trump.

From personal development workshops to influential education leaders, Brad Zimmerman and Tom Willis have carved impactful paths in transforming organizational culture especially within school districts. On the People Strategy Podcast with host Traci Austin, they share vital insights into the art of coaching, emphasizing the significance of listening and asking meaningful questions. As seasoned professionals working with CEOs and educational leaders, their combined efforts aim to nurture social-emotional learning and build environments that thrive on engagement and purposeful work. Additional Resources:  Connect with Traci on LinkedIn Learn about Elevated Talent Consulting Connect with Tom on LinkedIn Connect with Brad on LinkedIn Learn about Phoenix Perform Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network

In this insightful episode of Recruiting Trailblazers, Marcus dives into the journey of Tom Willis, a successful recruitment entrepreneur who made a significant leap from being a recruiter in the hustle and bustle of London to establishing his own thriving recruitment firm, Placed, in the United States. With over three years of experience in London and five in Los Angeles, Tom shares his unique journey, the challenges he faced, his vision for Placed, and invaluable advice for aspiring recruitment entrepreneurs.How did Tom Willis get into the recruitment industry?Tom mentions he fell into recruitment, much like many in the industry, through familial connections and an unexpected interview at Michael Page. What inspired Tom to start his own recruitment agency?The vast potential of the U.S. market compared to the U.K., highlighting the immense opportunities due to higher salaries and less competition in recruitment. Why did Tom choose to work with an investor instead of starting independently?He discusses the advantages of having support and resources, which allowed him to scale his business more rapidly than if he were on his own. What strategies has Tom employed to grow his business?Focusing on a niche market, building strong local connections, and emphasizing the personal touch in recruiting were key. How does he differentiate his agency in a crowded market?By returning to traditional, relationship-based recruitment and offering service unmatched by competitors. What are Tom's hiring strategies for his firm?He looks for experienced recruiters or sales professionals who fit the company culture and are aligned with the company's long-term vision. What challenges has Tom faced, and how does he plan to overcome them? Candidate generation is a significant hurdle. Tom is exploring technology and partnerships to improve reach and efficiency.The 3 Biggest Takeaways:1. The Importance of Niche Specialization: Tom's focus on a specific market segment, like construction recruitment in the Midwest, has been crucial for establishing credibility and attracting clients. 2. Investor Support: Working with an experienced investor has not only provided financial backing but also mentorship, helping navigate early business challenges and scale effectively. 3. The Power of Relationships:  Despite the digital age's convenience, Tom underscores the irreplaceable value of building genuine, face-to-face relationships with clients and candidates, proving this approach still holds significant weight in recruitment.https://www.linkedin.com/in/thetomwillis/

Get the book, The Great Engagement: How CEOs Create Exceptional Cultures Visit the PheonixPerform website www. PhoenixPerform.com/principalcenter About The Author Tom Willis is a former classroom teacher and superintendent, and is cofounder of Phoenix Performance Partners, where he helps leaders create exceptional organizational cultures. He has previously worked as an engineer at Intel and as a consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers, and he's the author, with Brad Zimmerman, of The Great Engagement: How CEOs Create Exceptional Cultures.   This episode of Principal Center Radio is sponsored by IXL, the most widely used online learning and teaching platform for K-12. Discover the power of data-driven instruction in your school with IXL—it gives you everything you need to maximize learning, from a comprehensive curriculum to meaningful school-wide data. Visit IXL.com/center to lead your school towards data-driven excellence today.   

Are you leading your team to its fullest potential or unknowingly holding it back? Unlock the secrets to fostering a thriving work culture with executive coach Tom Willis, as he joins us to discuss his book, "The Great Engagement," and the transformative role leadership plays in employee engagement. Together, we examine the dichotomy of leaders being both the source of workplace disengagement and its remedy, emphasizing the shift from blame to self-awareness and proactive change. By aligning personal purpose with organizational missions, we unveil how anyone—from CEOs to janitors—can find profound meaning in their work, painting a vivid picture of leadership that goes beyond mere profit and loss statements.Prepare to refine your listening skills, arguably the most underrated superpower in a leader's toolkit, as we share practical tips and personal anecdotes that reveal the art of truly hearing your team. In this heartfelt exchange, we celebrate those lightbulb moments during group workshops and the ripple effect they have on leadership development and organizational rejuvenation. We also dive into the nuanced journey of aligning personal purpose with the broader goals of an organization, challenging the traditional compliance model and offering a more inspirational, purpose-driven approach for lasting engagement.In our final reflection, we ascend the mountain of personal and spiritual growth, tackling the dynamics of fear and courage within team settings. Learn how to turn fear-based reactions into love-based responses, transforming everyday 'have to' tasks into 'get to' opportunities for growth. By demystifying the practices of exceptional leaders who cultivate cultures of inspiration, we invite you to reconsider the storytelling power of leadership. Join us as we extend a warm invitation to continue this conversation beyond the podcast, sharing your leadership triumphs and trials as we journey together towards exceptional leadership and engagement.Take a few minutes to give us feedback and help us create better content for you!Click here to take the survey. You are invited to join Leadership Vision Online, free to the next 150 members! This new community allows you to connect with like-valued individuals, network, and learn from others while elevating your leadership skills through exclusive resources, live events, Q&As, workshops, and member-led discussions.Support the show-Read the full blog post here!CONTACT US email: connect@leadershipvisionconsulting.com LinkedIn Facebook Leadership Vision Online ABOUTThe Leadership Vision Podcast is a weekly show sharing our expertise in discovering, practicing, and implementing a Strengths-based approach to people, teams, and culture. Contact us to talk to us about helping your team understand the power of Strengths.

According to a Harvard Business Review article, "curiosity helps employees engage more deeply in their work, generate new ideas, and share those ideas with others." Certainly, these are all benefits we would want for staff in our schools. The questions that leaders and coaches use can support tapping into curiosity.  Find out why "what" is a good start for your questions. Listen to the podcast with Tanya Sheckly and Tom Willis here.  Subscribe to the Steve Barkley Ponders Out Loud podcast on iTunes or visit BarkleyPD.com to find new episodes! 

A purpose that serves an organisation well for over 260 years deserves respect. But can you stay true to it while developing a business strategy that tackles today's reality? And can you keep that plan so short and clear that almost 90 per cent of the organisation's people say they understand the strategy and where they fit in it?That is what Tom Willis, CEO of the UK's bustling Shoreham Port, has done. Learn how in this episode of The Purposeful Strategist.

On today's episode we are talking about how your lack of consciousness may be killing your company.Tom Willis believes we are all born with unlimited potential. As a former classroom teacher, he also believes in the power of lifelong learning. These beliefs have shaped his primary goal in life: helping others move beyond their self-limiting beliefs so they can reach their true potential.  Prior to co-founding Phoenix Partners, he had the great honor of serving as the CEO for Cornerstone, a school system in Detroit.  He was fortunate to earn an engineering degree from the University of Michigan and an MBA from the University of Notre Dame.  Episode Highlights:Clarity of Purpose: Helping individuals and teams get clear about their fundamental purpose in life and how it aligns with the purpose of the organization is crucial for fostering meaningful engagement and alignment.Focus on Impact: It's essential to shift the focus from simply creating cool technology or products to understanding the real impact and societal benefits of the work being done, such as providing access to transportation services for those in need.Motivation through Contribution: Human beings are universally motivated by making a difference and being helpful. Understanding and connecting with employees' personal motivations and values can drive engagement and commitment to shared goals.Leadership, Management, Coaching: Effective leadership involves a balance of leadership, management, and coaching. Each aspect plays a role in creating a culture of growth and accountability, with leadership and coaching being emphasized more than traditional management.Conscious Time Management: Being conscious about how time is spent, prioritizing activities that contribute to personal and team growth, and focusing less on mundane tasks or "chores" can lead to significant improvements in organizational effectiveness and results.Feedback Loops: Establish regular feedback mechanisms to gather input on the current culture and identify areas for improvement from employees at all levels.Training and Development: Invest in training programs that support the development of key cultural competencies, demonstrating a commitment to fostering a positive work environment.Tom's Top 3 Takeaways for the Audience:If you are a CEO or Superintendent, check out our group called The Interchange made up of leaders from across the country who get together about once a month.Read our book The Great Engagement. Whether you're a CEO of a large team or CEO of your life this book can help.    Start asking people around you to help you become more conscious. Ask them questions like “how can I improve as a teammate, a father, a friend? etc. For Additional Resources Related to This Episode Visit:https://www.phoenixperform.com/corporatecpr

Today I'm talking to Tom Willis,  partner at Phoenix Performance Partners. Tom is an expert in helping executives and their entire leadership teams create cultures that foster growth.  Tom shares the challenge with culture. Culture is the set of unconcious rules that drive everything in any organisation. And how then, can you change something that you are simply not aware of? Tom talks about the importance of making unconscious culture more conscious. He believes that by focusing on tools rather than titles, we can provide effective leadership and management coaching. Tom shares his own journey and background and experiences that led him to his current work. One of the key points that Tom discusses is the need for leaders to be conscious of their impact on their teams. He speaks to the importance of creating a coaching culture within organisations, where leaders are actively involved in the growth and development of their team members. To shape culture, Tom introduces three essential tools: leadership, management, and coaching. He explains how these tools can improve team engagement and build a positive culture within organizations. It's fascinating to hear how these tools can be applied in different contexts and how they can make a significant difference. During our conversation, Tom and I also touch upon the significance of having a shared future vision. Leaders need to have a clear purpose that inspires and motivates both themselves and their team members. This shared purpose creates a sense of unity and drives everyone towards a common goal. If you want to connect with Tom and learn more about his work, you can find him on LinkedIn. I highly recommend reaching out to him for further insights and discussions. And - he has a book coming out: https://www.phoenixperform.com/book  https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasawillis/ https://www.phoenixperform.com/phoenix-performance-partners-about-us 

Join us in the inaugural episode of "Exceptional Cultures Series" as Tom Willis and Brad Zimmerman share the transformative story of Chris, a struggling CEO turned success story. Uncover the principles of supportive accountability and how it played a pivotal role in reshaping the culture of a health center. Explore the nuances of accountability, its roots, and why it's more than just a tool for addressing failure. Get ready for an insightful series on creating exceptional cultures in the workplace. Phoenix Performance Partners Website: https://www.phoenixperform.com/ Culture Eats Everything Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/culture-eats-everything/id1526731051 Culture Eats Everything Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1utf9dZh2PRQKxe6qg5I5M Tom Willis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasawillis/ Brad Zimmerman https://www.linkedin.com/in/btzimmerman Checkout our book: https://www.phoenixperform.com/book #cultureeatseverything

Tom Willis is a former classroom teacher and a prior CEO for Cornerstone, a school system in Detroit. He also believes in the power of lifelong learning.  These beliefs have shaped his primary goal in life: helping others move beyond their self-limiting beliefs so they can reach their God-given potential.   He was fortunate to earn an engineering degree from the University of Michigan and an MBA from the University of Notre Dame.   He thanks God every day for his amazing wife and three wonderful children.Join us for this wonderful conversation about the essential skills school leaders need to be effective, empathetic, and supportive leaders who create a community that supports growth.IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Tom's transition into educational leadership and the challenges he faced. The essential skills and characteristics needed for effective leadership in a school district. The importance of having educators model SEL behaviors and emotional intelligence in their schools and classrooms. The role of curiosity in education and leadership. Asking the right questions to facilitate conversations. How to shift from being a “doer” to a leader who supports growth. The fundamental job of a leader. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Tom and Phoenix Perform on LinkedIn and YouTube. Visit www.phoenixperform.com to learn more about their work to create exceptional cultures. Check out UP Academy's Project Literacy Curriculum at projectup.us.  Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator, explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library. Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram and learn more about her journey here. Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us!bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcastsWe'd love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/CZJXLQDdevPh22ZN7Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator:www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-acceleratorMORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST:In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education.This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who work thankless hours to make our next generation the best it can be.  It was designed to begin conversations on how we can redesign education for the future of work and the success of our students.  It is meant for teachers, students, administrators, homeschoolers and anyone who interacts with and teaches youth. 

Tom Willis was born without arms and recently completed a 15-year journey to throw out a ceremonial pitch at all 30 Major League Baseball stadiums across the USA. He discusses how he pitches a baseball, the inspiration for his Pitch for National Awareness tour and how changing perceptions of people with disabilities is important to him. Tom's philosophy is "I want people to focus on what I can do, rather than what I can't”.Andrew Edwards explains how falling in love with cricket as a child has helped him with his autism. Edwards tells us all his worries slip away when he's watching a test match, how loud music at T20 games affects him and how the very clear rules in cricket can make the sport appealing to people who are neurodiverse.And – Sydney Giants star Nicola Barr tells us how she got interested in environmentalism and her fears for the future of elite and grassroots sport. Barr recalls her friends shoe melting on the tarmac because of the high temperatures in Sydney.Image: Tom Willis continues first-pitch dream at Yankee Stadium prior to the Major League Baseball game between the Toronto Blue Jays and the New York Yankees on September 19, 2023 at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, New York. (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

I love to talk to strangers and wanted to know how to better communicate with those with disabilities.  What's the proper etiquette for communicating with others in wheelchairs, those with speech difficulties or cognitive impairments, or people with hearing or vision loss? The Disability Rights and Resource Center has some thoughtful tips, like when speaking to a person in wheelchair, if the conversation lasts more than a few minutes, sit down or kneel to get yourself on the same level as the person in the wheelchair. When speaking to a person who has a speech difficulty, if you don't understand them don't pretend to. Repeat as much as you do understand, the persons reaction will guide and clue you in. When communicating with someone with a cognitive impairment one suggestion is to use a calm voice and be re-assuring, use short sentences and simple concrete words. If you're with someone who has hearing loss, look directly at the person and speak slowly and expressively. If they wear a hearing aid keep in mind hearing aids increase volume not clarity of words. Use sign language if you and the person are familiar with it. You' can find more ‘Disability Etiquette Tips' on drrcva.org. Meanwhile, I had been thinking about this subject on the very night I happened to catch Tom Willis, born without arms, throw out the first pitch at Yankee Stadium with his feet, marking the 29th MLB ballpark in which he's thrown a first pitch. Tom learned to use his ABILITIES to offset his disability. Tom is the President and Founder of the Pitch for Awareness National Tour. He's pitching his message of the awareness of the abilities of persons with disabilities. He's a powerful keynote motivational speaker who says … ‘No Hands - No Arms- No Problem” . Tom meets with people who want to turn Obstacles into Opportunities, Challenges into Championships, and make the Impossible … Possible! He says Impossible = I aM POSSIBLE! I was so inspired and touched by this man and could think of no message more important to post. GO TOM! While thinking about the subject of how to better communicate with those with disabilities, I also wanted to shine a light on a wonderful organization called ‘Positive Exposure' which is building a more equitable, compassionate world for individuals and communities at risk of stigma and exclusion. I invited ‘Positive Exposure' Founder an award-winning photographer, Rick Guidotti to join me on The Debbie Nigro Show today to get his take on how best to communicate with those with disabilities. Rick said,” We all share the same need: The need to be seen. The need to be heard. The need to belong”.   I hope you take a few minutes to listen to Rick Guidotti on this podcast of our live conversation on The Debbie Nigro Show. It's meaningful.  

First off, we celebrate a victory for animal welfare, as we discuss Anheuser-Busch's decision to end tail amputations for the legendary Budweiser Clydesdales.Then, we marvel at the awe-inspiring journey of Tom Willis, a man who was born without arms but didn't let that stop him from throwing the first pitch at a Yankees game and founding the Pitch 4 Awareness National Tour. His ambitious plan to throw the first pitch at all 30 stadiums is a testament to the power of determination when faced with adversity.Shifting gears to a lighter note, we bring to you the delightful tale of Chunk the Groundhog and his family enjoying a feast from an organic garden. But there's more! We also explore the unusual and surprising ingredients that might be lurking in your pint of beer. Yes, you heard it right - from fish bladders to beaver anal glands!As we wrap up, we chat about the latest fad that's taking the internet by storm - Shrek-themed Crocs. It's a wild ride through the world of weird and wonderful that promises to leave you both informed and entertained. So tune in, let's embark on this intriguing journey together.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5747537/advertisement

On the first interview show this year Mike spoke with Dominic Woolrych, Co-founder of Lawpath Australia's number one online legal platform that has helped over 400,000 small businesses across Australia and the US. On the show we discussed Lawpath and Dom's journey, how they have scaled the business and some of the big questions business owners have to grapple with. Dom shared openly about the challenges of being a non-technical founder, how he has developed as a leader and how he manages it all. More details on Dom's bio can be found below! Dom's mission is to transform and digitalize the legal industry to make it accessible to all small businesses and show lawyers that there are many non-traditional opportunities in the legal sector. Dom is on the advisory board and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Technology and a director of the Australian Legal Technology Association (ALTA). In 2022, Dom became the finalist at SmallBiz Week Young Hero Awards in the Young Innovator category and was voted the top 20 University of Technology Alumni. As a young entrepreneur, Dom first cut his teeth as a commercial lawyer at Minster Ellison, Australia's largest law firm, where he realized that only a select handful of businesses could afford top legal advice. This experience and his subsequent work representing vulnerable people through Legal Aid gave him the insights and skills needed to disrupt and revolutionize the legal industry. Together with his co-founder Tom Willis, he witnessed how other industries moved their services online and applied this principle to the legal sector. With the automation of tasks and cutting-edge technologies (including AI), he bridged the gap and made gaining legal advice accessible to everyone, especially small businesses. Dom's vision is to continue to build his digital platform and help small businesses globally to access legal support at a fraction of the traditional system's time, cost, and complexity. Today, Lawpath is recognized as one of the top 10 legal start-ups in Australia and the top 50 globally. It is the fastest-growing online legal platform with over 400,000 small business users and has started 5 percent of all companies in Australia.

Listen to Shannon Cohen, Founder of Shannon Cohen Inc on the Culture Eats Everything Podcast in conversation with Kevin Davis. Read more about Shannon Cohen: Shannon Cohen is the founder and CEO of Shannon Cohen, Inc. — a boutique firm with a mighty imprint and reputation for excellence. Shannon specializes in developing customized emotional intelligence, equity, and wellness colloquia for organizations across diverse sectors and industries. Shannon excels in engaging change agents in transparent conversations about the unspoken truths of leadership and self-care to nurture longevity in leadership. Shannon doesn't just ‘speak' to leaders; she speaks ‘into' the lives of leaders. Shannon is an author, podcaster, and owner of an inspirational product line called Tough Skin, Soft Heart. Her Tough Skin, Soft Heart products are available at retailers across the country. Her #ToughSkinSoftHeart podcast is in its 3rd season and reaches subscribers in 12 countries with weekly grab-and-go inspiration + strategy for difference-makers. In February 2021, Shannon's signature brand of greeting cards debuted at 1750+ Target stores nationwide via a partnership with American Greetings. In June 2021, Shannon's products expanded into 200+ Major stores nationwide. Shannon Cohen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannoncohen/ Shannon Cohen INC: https://www.shannoncohen.com/ ______________________________ Phoenix Performance Partners Website: https://www.phoenixperform.com/ Culture Eats Everything Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/culture-eats-everything/id1526731051 Culture Eats Everything Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1utf9dZh2PRQKxe6qg5I5M Kevin Davis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinjohndavis/ Tom Willis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasawillis/ Checkout our book: https://www.phoenixperform.com/book #cultureeatseverything

Listen to Shehla Rooney, CEO & Owner at GoKnee LLC on the Culture Eats Everything Podcast in conversation with Kevin Davis. Read more about Shehla Rooney: Shehla is a physical therapist by trade with 26 years of experience. She is a board-certified specialist in geriatric Physical Therapy. Shehla has had the opportunity to speak internationally about knee replacement recovery, which eventually led her to her current role as a CEO.A fun fact about Shehla is that she was born in England, raised in Canada, and now resides in Cookeville, Tennessee, with her husband and three kids. Impressive, isn't it? Now, let's shift our focus to GoKnee. When you mentioned Cookeville, Tennessee, it reminded me of the CrossFit world. Can you elaborate on Bony and how you got into it?Shella explains, "To be honest, my journey into business ownership and the product business is not a typical story. It never crossed my mind to be a business owner or have my own product business. My primary goal was to help people as a physical therapist. However, a few years ago, I had a patient who was struggling with his knee replacement recovery. Despite his motivation and compliance, his progress was not satisfactory." ____________________________ Shehla Rooney: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shehla-rooney/ Go Knee: https://thegoknee.com/ ______________________________ Phoenix Performance Partners Website: https://www.phoenixperform.com/ Culture Eats Everything Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/culture-eats-everything/id1526731051 Culture Eats Everything Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1utf9dZh2PRQKxe6qg5I5M Kevin Davis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinjohndavis/ Tom Willis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasawillis/ Checkout our book: https://www.phoenixperform.com/book #cultureeatseverything

Listen to Dr. Toby Travis, Head of School at Houghton Academy on the Culture Eats Everything Podcast in conversation with Tom Willis. Read more about Dr. Toby Travis: An experienced educator and academic leader passionate about authentic and quality Christian education. Successful professional development trainer committed to continual data-informed improvement to ensure greater mission fulfillment. Author of "TrustED: The Bridge to School Improvement." This award-winning book for educational leaders reached #1 on Amazon's Educational Leadership category book downloads in April 2023, has been featured in Forbes, CEOWorld Magazine, Authority Magazine, The Knowledge Review, eSchool News, on NPR, as well as numerous podcasts - and was named "Book of The Month" (November 2021) and nominated for "Book of The Year" (2021) by The Magic Pen. Dr. Travis has developed resources for assessing the trust level of leaders. The data from the leadership assessment is utilized to inform individualized professional development action plans and customized training grounded in research-validated and practice-based methods, which, when implemented, increase the level of trust in leaders - and measurable business, organization, or school improvement (e.g., student achievement levels, behavior management levels, community support, financial stability, and employee retention). ____________________________ Dr. Toby Travis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drtobytravis/ Global School Consulting Group's website: https://www.globalschoolconsultants.org Book: https://trustedbook.info Houghton Academy: https://www.houghtonacademy.org/ ______________________________ Phoenix Performance Partners Website: https://www.phoenixperform.com/ Culture Eats Everything Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/culture-eats-everything/id1526731051 Culture Eats Everything Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1utf9dZh2PRQKxe6qg5I5M Tom Willis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasawillis/ Checkout our book: https://www.phoenixperform.com/book#cultureeatseverything

In this, The Faces of Business, Tom Willis, Co-Founder & Partner, Phoenix Performance Partners, shares his insights on creating exceptional cultures that can enhance employee retention, financial performance, and innovation.   At Phoenix Performance Partners, Tom partners with mission-driven CEOs and School Superintendents, enabling organizations to enhance their workforce engagement, financial stability, and ability to drive meaningful change through innovation.   Check out the Blog post here: Creating Exceptional Cultures   Thanks for taking the time to listen today.   Find Damon Pistulka on LinkedIn talking about life & building businesses you can sell or succeed.    On Twitter as @dpistulka with inspiration and sharing thoughts.    Find out more about Damon when he's not working.  @damonpistulka on Instagram, or Damon Pistulka on Facebook.      More information on building businesses you can sell or succeed and the Exit Your Way method on our website   View our blog page for this episode here.   Email us for more information info@exityourway.com

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Listen to Dr. Tim Dilg, Superintendent at Valley Park School District on the Culture Eats Everything Podcast in conversation with Tom Willis. Read more about Dr. Tim Dilg: Dr. Tim Dilg is an award-winning educational leader, published author, and certified professional coach with over 20 years of experience helping individuals, executives, schools, and organizations maximize their potential to achieve personal fulfillment and exceptional professional outcomes. Dr. Dilg proudly serves the students, staff, and community as Superintendent of the Valley Park School District (St. Louis, MO). Dr. Dilg is passionate about helping educators maximize their potential and enjoys mentoring & coaching individuals and building collaborative teams. Throughout his career, Dr. Dilg has focused his energy and leveraged his leadership to transform education through positive leadership practices, student-centered frameworks, differentiated talent models, and building cultures of engagement, empowerment, and innovation for students, staff, and stakeholders. He is passionate about empowering others with techniques, strategies, and sustainable success systems designed to ignite limitless personal growth, professional success, and happiness. Dr. Dilg has been recognized as a National Educational Excellence Award Winner (2016), St. Louis High School Principal of the Year (2015), MASA Greater St. Louis Emerging Superintendent of the Year (2022), and is a published author and presenter at state and national conferences. Under Dr. Dilg's leadership, Vianney was recognized as a National School of Excellence, a Model School for brain-based instruction, a Top 50 Catholic High School, and a Top 100 Workplace. He also helped The School District of Calyton to be recognized as a top 100 workplace, and under his administration, Springfield Catholic was named a Top 50 Catholic High School. He has been married to his wife Lesley for 18 years, and together, they raise one creative, imaginative, and beautiful daughter, Lexi (14). You can connect with Dr. Dilg on Twitter @tdilg _____________________________ David Paul LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timdilg/ Valley Park School District: https://www.vp.k12.mo.us/ ______________________________ Phoenix Performance Partners Website: https://www.phoenixperform.com/ Culture Eats Everything Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/culture-eats-everything/id1526731051 Culture Eats Everything Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1utf9dZh2PRQKxe6qg5I5M Tom Willis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasawillis/ Checkout our book: https://www.phoenixperform.com/book #cultureeatseverything

We all know that keeping up with the latest marketing trends is a small business essential, and today's guest has got you covered. Tom Willis is the chief marketing officer and co-founder of Lawpath. He's also the founder of Marketing Trends – an agency that specialises in keeping the industry informed on the latest fads. And he's spent most of the past decade helping upskill Australia's marketers and business owners on digital marketing as a lecturer at General Assembly. He joins us today to reveal the must-know marketing trends of 2023 and his top tips for small business owners.

Listen to Sito Narcisse, Superintendent of East Baton Rouge Parish School System on the Culture Eats Everything Podcast in conversation with Thomas Willis. Read more about Sito Narcisse: Dr. Sito Narcisse serves as the Superintendent of Schools of the East Baton Rouge Parish School System. Dr. Narcisse most recently worked as the Chief of Secondary Schools of the District of Columbia Public Schools. He understands the challenge of being a young student trying to learn English and living between two cultures, all the while adapting to the American public education system. The son of Haitian immigrants, Dr. Narcisse moved with his family to Long Island, New York, in the pursuit of a better life for him and his siblings. As an English language learner, Dr. Narcisse learned to navigate both the social and academic obstacles that confront millions of students today. His success as a student led him to enroll at Kennesaw State University in Georgia. Seeing his second language as a strength, Dr. Narcisse graduated with a degree in French and pursued a master's degree from Vanderbilt University in secondary education. Doctoral studies led him to the University of Pittsburgh, where he earned a doctorate in educational administration and policy studies and leadership. Serving as both a teacher and a principal, Dr. Narcisse opened a high school in the Pittsburgh Public Schools and led turnaround efforts in a Boston public high school. Dr. Narcisse has also been a director of School Performance and acting Chief School Improvement Officer for Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland; an Associate Superintendent overseeing school improvement efforts for 74 schools in Prince George's County Public Schools in Maryland and was the second officer in charge as Chief of Schools for Metro Nashville Public Schools with 159 schools. _____________________________ Sito Narcisse LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sito-narc... East Baton Rouge Parish School System: https://ebrschools.org/ ______________________________ Phoenix Performance Partners Website: https://www.phoenixperform.com/ Culture Eats Everything Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Culture Eats Everything Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1utf9dZ... Tom Willis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasawi... Checkout our book: https://www.phoenixperform.com/book #CultureEatsEverything Download & Share!

The legal complexity that comes with starting or running a business is more challenging than it has ever been before.  How do you handle legal issues when it comes to running your business? Are you all over it, or do you choose to ignore it? Or do you just simply have no idea?  Tom Willis is the co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of legal-tech company, Lawpath, which aims to remove the bs when it comes to the legal aspect of running a business.  Mark and Tom discuss what Lawpath offers, common behaviours and how to minimise the guesswork regarding legal issues.  Join the Facebook Group. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Willis's deep respect for marketing has resulted in a business that gets around 350 sign-ups every day, has over 10,000 5-star Google reviews, and four million website visits annually. And no, the business doesn't have some astronomical marketing budget … It's a simple legal advisory service for small businesses in Australia. It's a mind-expanding episode 604 of The (13 year-old, award-winning) Small Business Big Marketing podcast with your host Tim Reid.      A little more about Lawpath's Tom Willis … Tom Willis is the co-founder of Lawpath, a business he started with some mates in 2014, and today Lawpath is the number one online legal platform for Australian small businesses.   In a large part thanks to Tom's deep understanding of his prospects' needs Lawpath: Is responsible for starting six percent of all companies in Australia Has assisted over 300,000 Australian business owners with their legal needs, saving them over $100M in legal fees Has 350 businesses sign-up every single day to seek help with contracts, company registrations and legal advice Has over 10,000 5-star reviews on Google  And the website gets over four million visits annually   So, seriously … grab a pen and paper, or open up your Notes app as Tom shares his secrets to success including Lawpath's: Customer acquisition strategy His cake method for combining various campaign activities How to leverage key partners The power of newsjacking And why a blog post about driving without shoes became a powerful lead magnet!   I started by asking Tom what problem Lawpath solves for business owners … and I must say, his answer is beautifully to the point … A lesson for us all, right off the bat!!!   Resources mentioned in this episode of your favorite marketing podcast Get your first legal document free with Lawpath (Value $199) How to attract more customers in toy uo business with this simple customer attraction strategy How to use equity crowdfunding to grow your business Inside Australia's record-breaking crowd funding campaign   Services every business owner needs that Timbo recommends How to generate organic traffic to your website(without spending anything on advertising) High converting website designers(They built this website - take this simple quiz and see where yours needs improving) DIY SEO training - The most cost-effective way to get on page 1 of Google(20% off with discount code Timbo20) Proven customer attraction strategy(and ridiculously cheap) The Boomerang EffectTimbo's book on how and why to create helpful marketing    Businesses that made this podcast possible (please support them) DELL Technologies - Small business solutions Studio 1 Design - High converting website designers Fun Escapes - Proven customer attraction ideas Hawk Academy - DIY SEO training (discount code Timbo20 for 20% off)   Thanks for tuning in. May your marketing be the best marketing. Timbo Reid0480 015 150See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Willis is the Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Lawpath, Australia's number one online legal platform. His passion and dedication led him to be listed as one of B&T's 30 under 30 in 2020, and to become a finalist for Young Marketer of the Year at the 2019 ADMA awards. In today's episode, Tom shares the importance of businesses having the correct legal documentation, and how Lawpath was created to help solve this problem. He'll share the strategies Lawpath used in growing their business, and how important having a defined marketing and sales plan is to business. Plus, the benefits of strategies such as layered advertising strategy, Paid Digital Advertising, and well-defined SEO.   Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

He may be the cofounder of one of Australia's most successful legal startups, but Tom Willis's driving purpose is to help businesses be seen. Marketing is his raison d'être and he's spent over a decade at the forefront of the digital marketing space.As General Assembly's go-to lecturer for all things marketing, he's taught thousands of students, marketers and business owners the ABCs of the latest digital trends. He joins us today to tell us how he got the marketing bug and why he's so passionate about sharing his wisdom.

He may be the cofounder of one of Australia's most successful legal startups, but Tom Willis's driving purpose is to help businesses be seen. Marketing is his raison d'être and he's spent over a decade at the forefront of the digital marketing space. As General Assembly's go-to lecturer for all things marketing, he's taught thousands of students, marketers and business owners the ABCs of the latest digital trends. He joins us today to tell us how he got the marketing bug and why he's so passionate about sharing his wisdom.

James talks with special guests Brad Zimmerman and Tom Willis from Phoenix Performance Partners. In this episode, they will touch on how Brad and Tom are helping cultures-particularly in the corporate setting-move from fear, to love. How do we actually create environments where we move away from fear, our natural tendency, and aim towards love? Listen now!   To learn more about Brad and Tom's work, visit phoenixperform.com To connect with Brad on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/btzimmerman/ To connect with Tom on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasawillis/   To learn more about The Rich Life Book + Coaching, visit www.LivingARichLife.com.  This podcast is brought to you by Wealthquest. Learn more at www.wqcorp.com

Today's guest is Tom Willis. When it comes to marketing, Tom's a legend – apart from founding Marketing Trends – an agency that specialises in keeping the industry informed on the latest fads - he's spent most of the past decade helping upskill Australia's marketers and business owners on digital marketing as a lecturer at General Assembly. Along the way, he also had time to cofound Lawpath where he spends his day to day as its chief marketing officer. He joins us on Flying Today to share some of his secrets to successful digital marketing.

Today's guest is Tom Willis. When it comes to marketing, Tom's a legend – apart from founding Marketing Trends – an agency that specialises in keeping the industry informed on the latest fads - he's spent most of the past decade helping upskill Australia's marketers and business owners on digital marketing as a lecturer at General Assembly. Along the way, he also had time to cofound Lawpath where he spends his day to day as its chief marketing officer. He joins us on Flying Today to share some of his secrets to successful digital marketing.

Tonight Mike sits down with Father Tom Willis, and 5 questions!

Is it really possible to transform a company's culture? Tom Willis not only knows it's possible, he facilitates these kinds of changes on a regular basis. Tom's experiences as a CEO and Superintendent of Cornerstone Education Group, as a consultant with PricewaterhouseCoopers, and as an engineer with the Intel Corporation prepared him well for the work he does today. He's committed to helping senior leaders become conscious of behaviors they can change that positively impact culture. You'll love Tom's passion for his work and the specific skills he brings to ensure real changes happen. Tom is the co-founder and Partner of Phoenix Performance Partners, a firm that works with school superintendents and CEOs to create cultures that foster the growth of each person and the organization as a whole. Tom is also the host of the Culture Eats Everything Podcast, where he interviews CEOs and Superintendents who've created positive cultures.You'll discover: How Tom defines cultureWhat prevents many organizations from making changes to their existing cultureWhy Tom's team avoids labels like “dysfunctional” when describing issues or behaviors that cause problems within an organizationThe types of up-front analysis tools Tom and his team use to identify the root cause issuesWhat's required to create a high-performing, coaching culture

In this supersized episode, Jeff & Ryan awkwardly recap the sixth season of M*A*S*H... where Jeff relives *that* scene. We also discuss the on-set drama that led to a popular storyline, the actor who almost played BJ, orange grape Nehi, Tom Willis from The Jeffersons, the Triple-Threat known as Ronny Graham, "Counterfeit Igor," Big Daddy O'Reilly, a hostage situation with a laugh track, and the comic genius of Hamilton Camp. Also, why is Margaret yelling?   For show notes, episodes, recipes, bios, and more visit MashMatters.com

High Performance Culture with Tom Willis, Co-Founder and Partner, Phoenix Performance Partners Tom Willis, co-founder and partner at Phoenix Performance Partners and host of the Culture Eats Everything podcast, talks about the importance of making the unconscious elements of culture conscious resulting in a high performing culture. Hear how culture starts with the CEO and how they can impact culture. __________________________________________________ Tom's past experience includes: ~ School Superintendent and CEO ~ PricewaterhouseCoopers Consultant ~ Intel Corporation Engineer Education: ~ University of Notre Dame | MBA {3.98 GPA} ~ University of Michigan | BS in Engineering ~ CTI & International Coach Federation (ICF) | Professional Certified Coach _________________________________________________ Phoenix Performance Partners website: https://www.phoenixperform.com/ CEO Interchange Program: https://www.phoenixperform.com/interchange Culture Eats Everything podcast: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjUqJL6pKi-V5-ckoo_0RcAXtGJHlwtDF Tom Willis LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasawillis __________________________________________________ ASE Website: https://www.aseonline.org/

The Annual Isle of Man Charity Challenge - sponsored by AFD Software of Ramsey - invites teams of 6th form students from the Island's secondary schools to select a Manx-registered charity, then learn about it, raise funds for it, engage in advocacy work to present its message to others, and then prepare an original presentation summarising its aims, achievements and objectives in the most compelling way possible. The presentations are judged by an independent panel, and the one judged best is awarded £5,000 - to be given to advance the work of the featured charity. The winning team this year came from Ramsey Grammar School, and their chosen charity is The Leprosy Mission, who was awarded the top prize of £5,000. On today's programme, the team tell their story - in a conversation between Team Leader Arabella Ayen, Tom Willis, Adam Shaw, Elliott Nash, Craig Huxon and Daniel Garrett. There's some nostalgic music, too, in the form of an Estelle White song, popular for so many years in primary schools at Harvest time - Autumn Days ... And music from the trio Selah - as well as notice board news for the coming week. Items for the notice board, and your favourite hymn choices for inclusion in future programmes, can all be sent to me via email - judithley@manxradio.com

What is the role of accountability in DEI initiatives? Tom Willis, CEO and co-founder of Phoenix Partners and host of the Culture Eats Everything podcast, and Evelyn talk about how transparency is critical to having good accountability in the workplace, leading by example, and why listening matters. Learn more about Phoenix Performance Partners at phoenixperform.com.  Resources: Accountability is key to enabling diversity and inclusion in organizations (Chief Learning Officer) The real meaning of accountability in the workplace (Range) Inclusion Without Clear Lines of Accountability Is Pointless. Here's Why. (Forbes)

Tom Willis is the Co-Founder of Phoenix Partners, an organization whose purpose is to help CEOs create high-performing cultures. Tom's entrepreneurial story began when he was very young. Tom inherited his parent's faith & entrepreneurial spirit. He believes we are all born with unlimited potential, and he believes deeply in the power of lifelong learning. These beliefs have shaped his primary goal in life: helping others grow. He thanks God every day for his faith and his amazing wife Jessica and three wonderful children. Find out more about Tom Willis: tom@phoenixperform.com https://www.phoenixperform.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasawillis YouTube channel for our podcast Culture Eats Everything. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQxq-H4gZLcuiNz8o5WulTQ/videos Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1utf9dZh2PRQKxe6qg5I5M?si=YehkGqzySYKuOPy4_imhNA&dl_branch=1 Find out more about Marginbusiness.com: https://marginbusiness.com #amazon #amazonseller #ecommerce #business #podcast #entrepreneur

Today, Shane is joined by former FSU QB, Peter Tom Willis, who will talk about his playing days at Florida State University and help us remember the life & legend of Coach Bowden. Then, Shane will be joined by co-host JC to go over #CollegeFootball news & notes from over the weekend.

For a strong company culture, you need to start working on your relationship with your employees. Having a business that lasts over time needs a strong strategy, process, and systems that can withstand whatever adversity comes.In this episode, with Tom Willis, he will teach us the three tools that will shape your company culture to make it strong. Take notes and start working on it!ABOUT TOM WILLISCo-Founder of Phoenix Partners, an organization whose purpose it is to help CEOs create high-performing cultures.Background:- CEO for Cornerstone- Consultant with PricewaterhouseCoopers- Engineer with the Intel Corporation- BS from the University of Michigan- MBA from the University of Notre DameTom inherited his parent's faith & entrepreneurial spirit. He believes we are all born with unlimited potential, and he believes deeply in the power of lifelong learning. These beliefs have shaped his primary goal in life: helping others grow.He thanks God every day for his faith and his amazing wife Jessica and three wonderful children.Links to his podcast Culture Eats Everything:YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjUqJL6pKi-V5-ckoo_0RcAXtGJHlwtDFCONNECT WITH TOM WILLISWebsite: https://www.phoenixperform.com/Email: tom@phoenixperform.comEPISODE HIGHLIGHTS[1:33] Meeting Tom Willis.[8:40] Does discipline ever end?[16:50] How company culture collaborates with systems and processes.[22:02] One misconception business owners have about company culture[23:25] Tom's target market.[26:45] The commitment to serve.Resources:www.BusinessProcessPodcast.comThe "Process Optimizer": A Proven Framework to Take Back Control of Your BusinessTim's Resource VaultLet's Connect:Facebook PageMessage Us on Facebook

66 Diner is a sensory experience. Step back into the 50’s with a genuine soda fountain, bright colored booths, a working jukebox and neon accents throughout. The servers are in period attire. Tom’s sign collection both inside and outside the 66 Diner provide both nostalgia and a photo op for you and your family. What about the food? Comfort food, of course. Fresh Angus Chuck Burgers, Blue Plate Specials and Deluxe Platters like Chicken Fried Steak or Chicken, Liver and Onions and the 66 Diner Chicken Ranchero. The Route 66 Pileup is out Trademark Creation. Try it. The Milkshakes are made with real ice cream, whole milk and spun on a blender in a stainless tin. 66 Diner Milkshakes have been voted “Best of Albuquerque” ever since Albuquerque the Magazine has been polling

NEW “Highly Volatile” Zoom Call: Corona, Crop Prices, the Election, and Investments with Tom Willis and Greg Beck. This is one you don’t want to miss as I speak with Tom Willis, CEO at Conestoga Energy; Greg Beck, Senior Vice President of the Grain Division at CGB; and Andy Daniels about some hot topics of debate. Overall, … Corona, Crop Prices, the Election, and Investments with Tom Willis and Greg Beck Read More »

This is one you don’t want to miss as it features our special guest Tom Willis, CEO at Conestoga Energy. Tom is a longtime friend and business partner and in this podcast provides valuable insight and opinion about the future of ethanol, the current fallout in crude oil, and the struggles many in agriculture are currently … Crude Oil Fallout, Ethanol’s Future, and Current Investment Ideas with special guest Tom Willis, CEO at Conestoga Energy Read More »

Live from https://www.iotsworldcongress.com/ (IoT Solutions World Congress), https://industrialtalk.com/iic-voice/ (IIC Voice Podcast) interviews Tom Willis, Regional Manager at https://www.saftbatteries.com/ (Saft Batteries) a https://www.total.com/en (Total Company). In this episode, Tom discusses the importance of defining your IoT battery strategy at the very beginning to ensure long-term success! Unfortunately, an overlooked component of Industry 4.0 is the long-term power supply for your remote assets. Get the answers to your "How" questions along with Tom's unique insight on where it's all headed on this IIC Voice Podcast interview! You can find out more about Tom and the wonderful team at Saft Batteries from this interview and the links below. Finally, get your exclusive free access to the https://industrialtalk.com/wp-admin/inforum-industrial-academy-discount/ (Industrial Academy) and webinar access to "Building a Better Industrial Sales and Marketing Platform for Greater Success in 2020". All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy! TOM WILLIS CONTACT INFORMATION:Personal LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomwillis24/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomwillis24/) Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/saft/ (https://www.linkedin.com/company/saft/) Company Website:  https://www.saftbatteries.com/ (https://www.saftbatteries.com/) IIC Twitter: https://twitter.com/ (https://twitter.com/) IIConsortium IIC Company Website: https://www.iiconsortium.org/ (https://www.iiconsortium.org/) PODCAST VIDEO:https://youtu.be/6CdaXgDeoLo Industrial Academy (One Month Free Access And One Free Licence For Future Industrial Leader):https://industrialtalk.com/wp-admin/inforum-industrial-academy-discount/ () Industrial Talk Free Webinars:https://industrialtalk.com/webinar-industrial-marketing-sales/ () Business Beatitude The Book Do you desire a more joy-filled, deeply-enduring sense of accomplishment and success? Live your business the way you want to live with the BUSINESS BEATITUDES...The Bridge connecting sacrifice to success. YOU NEED THE BUSINESS BEATITUDES! TAP INTO YOUR INDUSTRIAL SOUL, RESERVE YOUR COPY NOW! BE BOLD. BE BRAVE. DARE GREATLY AND CHANGE THE WORLD. GET THE BUSINESS BEATITUDES! https://industrialtalk.com/business-beatitude-reserve/ ( Reserve My Copy and My 25% Discount)

Hosted by Josh Bassett and Tom Cruse, the Any Sting Goes Podcast is a light-hearted look into the day-to-day life behind the scenes of professional rugby club Wasps.    Throughout the season we'll be bringing on a series of special guests. This week's guests are brothers Jack and Tom Willis!    The pair talk about living together, the Wasps 'Sticker Book Club' and nicknames!    Not to forget the sweet challenge and Either Or game...! 

Don't miss this exclusive podcast with Tom Willis, our new Chief Executive as we discuss his background, the Port's Masterplan and delve into his vision for the future of Shoreham Port.  

Topics: Urban Literature, Donald Goines and Iceberg Slim, Natalie Cole, Richard Pryor, Cooley High, The Jeffersons. (Bonus Artist: Luck Pacheco)   1975   A. General News   B. Gerald Ford is President   C. Apr - Vietnam War: The Fall of Saigon: The Vietnam War ends as Communist forces take Saigon, resulting in mass evacuations of Americans and South Vietnamese. As the capital is taken, South Vietnam surrenders unconditionally.   D. Jul - Stanley Foreman takes the photo "Fire Escape Collapse."   E. Sep - Ford survives 2 assassination attempts. Lynette Fromme, a follower of jailed cult leader Charles Manson, and Sara Jane Moore, a leftists sympathizer, are the only two women that have attempted to assassinate an American president; both of their attempts were on Gerald Ford and both took place in California within three weeks of one another.   F. Nov - Former California Governor Ronald Reagan enters the race for the Republican presidential nomination, challenging incumbent President Gerald Ford.   G. Dec - United States Congress passes the Metric Conversion Act which declares, but does not mandate, that the metric system is "the preferred system of weights and measures for United States trade and commerce".   H. Misc Tech: Kodak developed "The Digital Camera" / Motorolla obtains patent for the first portable mobile phone / Bill Gates and Paul Allen develop a BASIC programming language for the Altair 8800 computer, trademark the name "Microsoft" (for microcomputer software), and the personal computer wave begins.   I. The ring-tab beer (and soda) can design was discontinued in 1975, after injuries were caused by people swallowing the metal tabs.    J. Open Comments:   K. 1975 Min.wage = $2.10hr (+.10) / $84wk / $4,200k yrly - 2018 = $19,950yrly   L. Avg. Income per year $14,100   M. Avg. House Price - $11,787   N. Avg. Cost of new house -  $39,300   O. Avg. Cost new car - $4,250   P. Unemployment 9.2% vs Black unemployment 15.5%   Q. Open Comments:   1.    Top Pop Singles   2.    1 - "Love Will Keep Us Together", Captain & Tennille   3.    2 - "Rhinestone Cowboy", Glen Campbell   4.    3 - "Philadelphia Freedom", Elton John   5.    Grammy Award winners   6.    RotY: "Love Will Keep Us Together", Captain & Tennille   7.    AotY: Still Crazy After All These Years, Paul Simon   8.    SotY: "Send In the Clowns", Judy Collins   9.    New Artist: Natalie Cole   10.    Top Grossing Films   11.    1 - Jaws   12.    2 - The Rocky Horror Picture Show   13.    3 - One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest   14.    Top TV Shows   15.    1 - All in the Family (first tv series to be #1, 5yrs in a row)   16.    2 - Rich Man, Poor Man (7-week mini-series)   17.    3 - Laverne & Shirley   18.    TV Debuts   19.    Jan - The Jefferson’s, a spinoff of All in the Family, on CBS (1975–85)   20.    Sep - Welcome Back, Kotter on ABC (1975–79)   21.    Black Snapshots:   22.    Jan - The Wiz opens on Broadway   23.    Jan - The creation of the Church Committee was approved. Later that year, the media begins reporting that the FBI & CIA spied on citizens, many of them high profile African Americans; MLK, Malcom X, Black Panther leadership, etc. Senator Frank Church stated on NBC's "Meet the Press": "...If this government ever became a tyrant, if a dictator ever took charge in this country, the technological capacity that the intelligence community has given the government could enable it to impose total tyranny, and there would be no way to fight back because the most careful effort to combine together in resistance to the government, no matter how privately it was done, is within the reach of the government to know. Such is the capability of this technology."   24.    Feb - Elijah Muhammad, the religious leader of the Nation of Islam dies. He was a mentor to Malcolm X, Louis Farrakhan and Muhammad Ali, as well as his own son and successor, Wallace D. Mohammed, a.k.a., Warith D. Mohammed. Because of his personal studies and thinking, Warith led the majority of the original NOI to mainstream, traditional Sunni Islam by 1978. However, splinter groups resisting these changes formed, particularly under Louis Farrakhan, who in 1981 would revive the name Nation of Islam and claim direct continuity from the pre-1976 NOI.   25.    Apr - In the pilot episode of Starsky and Hutch, Richard Ward plays an African-American supervisor of white American employees for the first time on TV.   26.    July - Arthur Ashe wins Wimbledon   27.    August - James Benton Parsons (64 yrs. old), the first African American to serve as a life tenured federal judge: Becomes the "Chief" Judge of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. (Basically Chicago). Born in Kansas City, Missouri, raised in Decatur, Illinois. He was named "class orator" for Stephen Decatur High School class of 1929. He was on the basketball team, in the school band and orchestra. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Millikin University in 1934.   28.    September – WGPR-TV, channel 62 in Detroit, becomes the first television station in the U.S. to be owned and operated by blacks.   29.    September – The Muhammad Ali–Joe Frazier title fight from the Philippines (the "Thrilla in Manila") is sent via satellite to the U. S. and shown on HBO   30.    September - Roxie Roker, mother to artist Lenny Kravitz, played Helen Willis on 'The Jefferson’s'. She was part of the first interracial couple to appear on regular primetime television.   31.    October - The premiere episode of Saturday Night Live is broadcast on NBC with OG cast member Garret Morris (Mr. Mason from Cooley High) and Billy Preston and Janis Ian the first musical guests.   32.    ###The Social Scene: Urban Literature / Fiction / Art   33.    Donald Goines, the ‘Godfather of Urban Fiction.’ (36yrs old): Criminal, drug addict, Author. From 1969 -1974 he published 16 novels that helped establish the genre.   34.    Urban fiction working definition: Works of art set in urban America dealing with drugs, violence, and sex, involving African    35.    American or Latino characters. The genre is also known as Street Fiction, Gangsta Lit, Ghetto Lit, or Hip-Hop Fiction.   36.    Goines was born in Detroit, Michigan. His parents were a middle-class African-American couple that ran a laundry business. At 15 Goines lied about his age to join the Air Force, where he fought in the Korean War. During his stint in the armed forces, Goines developed an addiction to heroin that continued after his discharge from the military in the mid-1950s. To support his addiction, Goines turned to crime, this included pimping, and theft. He began writing while serving a sentence in Michigan's Jackson Penitentiary. Goines initially attempted to write westerns but decided to write urban fiction after reading Iceberg Slim's autobiography Pimp: The Story of My Life.   37.    Goines continued to write novels at an accelerated pace to support his drug addictions, sixteen books in five years, with some books taking only a month to complete. His series about Kenyatta (under the name Al C. Clark) describes a black revolutionary, who campaigns against exploitation and evils of inner-city life. On October 21, 1974, Goines and his common-law wife were discovered dead in their Detroit apartment. The police had received an anonymous phone call and responded, discovering Goines in the living room of the apartment and his common-law wife Shirley Sailor's body in the kitchen.   38.    Goines books are still popular, especially in the prison system. His books have gone on to sell millions of copies and have never been out of print, making him one of the most successful African-American authors in history.   39.    His books have been utilized in several prison literacy programs and his novel "Dopefiend" (1971) has been taught in a Rutgers University class.   40.    Other popular titles: Whoreson (1972), Black Gangster (1972), Street Players (1973), White Man's Justice, Black Man's Grief (1973), and Black Girl Lost (1974)   41.    ***Question: has anyone read his books?   42.    Donald's work was deeply influenced by Iceberg Slim.   43.    In 1961, after serving 10 months of solitary confinement in a Cook County jail, Robert Maupin (a.k.a. Slim) decided he was too old for a life of pimping and was unable to compete with younger, more ruthless pimps. In an interview with the Washington Post, he said he retired "because I was old. I did not want to be teased, tormented and brutalized by young whores."   44.    In 1967, he published two books; A memoir, "Pimp: The Story of My Life" and the novel "Trick Baby"   45.    ***Question: has anyone read his books?   46.    Iceberg and Donald's work made a HUGE impact on the youth growing up in the 70's and 80's.   47.    "Pimp" inspired the screenplay for the 1973 film "The Mack", starring Max Julien and Richard Pryor.   48.    Various other entertainers were also influenced by Goines and Slim: Dave Chappelle, Eddie Murphy, Chris Rock, Katt Williams,    49.    Eddie Griffin, Ice-T, Ice Cube, Snoop Dogg, 2Pac, Ludacris, Nas, and Jay-Z, just to name a few.   50.    Iceberg and Donald also proved that a commercial "Black" book market did exist.   51.    A new "post" Hip-Hop revival of contemporary urban fiction happened at the end of the 1990s, as demand for novels authentically conveying the urban experience increased, and new business models enabled fledgling writers to more easily bring a manuscript to market and to libraries.   52.    One of the first writers in this new cycle of urban fiction was Omar Tyree, who published the novel Flyy Girl.    53.    The genre gained significant momentum in 1999 with Sister Souljah's bestseller The Coldest Winter Ever. Teri Woods's True to the Game was also published in 1999.The publishing of these three novels created a momentum of readership for urban fiction and carried that wave for years. All three books are considered classics in the renaissance of the genre.   54.    Major writers of contemporary urban fiction include Wahida Clark, Vickie Stringer, Nikki Turner, Kole Black, K'wan, Toy Styles, Kwame Teague, and the writing duo Meesha Mink & De'Nesha Diamond.   55.    ***Question: has anyone read any of these books?   56.    The reach of urban fiction into a large youth readership is undeniable today, particularly among adolescent girls.   57.    Critics and supporters are pleased that Black youth are reading. But some have mixed feelings about promoting literacy by any means necessary. “To some extent, there is an exposure to a part of urban culture that has rarely been explored in a way that it is now…which can be a starting point for civic dialogues,” offers Tracey Michae’l Lewis, who teaches writing and literature at Community College of Philadelphia and Philadelphia University. “Unfortunately, we have to ask ourselves, ‘What is this costing us?’”   58.    Scholars have differing opinions on Urban Fiction. Some believe that it is low reading, like a trashy book, that is not of high quality. Those who believe this think that prisoners and adolescent should be reading more elevated works.   59.    On the other hand, are scholars who say that African Americans appear to be reading street lit to find themselves and escape themselves at the same time. Some readers just enjoy losing themselves in portrayals of lavish lifestyles, racy sex and ride-or-die dramas of the streets, while others enjoy the genre for its reflective qualities.   60.    [Contributing source: Debating Black “Street Lit,” New Urban Fiction May 31, 2008 / Joe / African Americans, book review, urban]   61.    ***Question: Is urban art (books/films/music) really and truly a problem?   62.    ###The Music Scene   63.    6 - "Shining Star", Earth, Wind & Fire   64.    13 - "Lovin' You", Minnie Riperton   65.    14 - "Kung Fu Fighting", Carl Douglas   66.    18 - "He Don't Love You (Like I Love You)", Tony Orlando and Dawn   67.    20 - "Pick Up the Pieces", Average White Band   68.    21 - "The Hustle", Van McCoy & the Soul City Symphony   69.    22 - "Lady Marmalade", Labelle   70.    23 - "Why Can't We Be Friends", War   71.    24 - "Love Won't Let Me Wait", Major Harris   72.    25 - "Boogie On Reggae Woman", Stevie Wonder   73.    27 - "Fight the Power", The Isley Brothers   74.    30 - "Fire", Ohio Players   75.    ***Vote:    76.    Jan: Fire, The Ohio Players   77.    Feb: Kung Fu Fighting and Other Great Love Songs, Carl Douglas   78.    Feb:  New and Improved, The Spinners   79.    Feb: Do It ('Til You're Satisfied), B.T. Express   80.    Mar: AWB, Average White Band   81.    Mar: Al Green Explores Your Mind, Al Green   82.    Apr: Perfect Angel, Minnie Ripperton   83.    Apr: That's the Way of the World, Earth, Wind & Fire   84.    May: A Song for You, The Temptations   85.    May: To Be True, Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes   86.    May: Mister Magic, Grover Washington, Jr.   87.    May: Sun Goddess, Ramsey Lewis   88.    May: Just Another Way to Say I Love You, Barry White   89.    Jun: Survival, The O'Jays   90.    Jul: Disco Baby, Van McCoy & the Soul City Symphony   91.    Aug: The Heat Is On, The Isley Brothers   92.    Aug: Chocolate Chip, Isaac Hayes   93.    Aug: Cut the Cake, Average White Band   94.    Aug: Why Can't We Be Friends?, War   95.    Sep: Non-Stop, B.T. Express   96.    Sep: Honey, The Ohio Players   97.    Oct: ...Is It Something I Said?, Richard Pryor   98.    Nov: Al Green Is Love, Al Green   99.    Nov: KC and the Sunshine Band, KC and the Sunshine Band   100.    Nov: Inseparable, Natalie Cole   101.    Nov: Save Me, Silver Convention   102.    Dec: Let's Do It Again, The Staple Singers   103.    Dec: Feels So Good, Grover Washington, Jr.   104.    Dec: Family Reunion, The O'Jays   105.    ***Vote:    106.    ###Key Artist: Natalie Maria Cole (25yrs old): singer-songwriter, actor, author, daughter of crooner Nat King Cole, nicknamed, "Sweetie"   107.    Short-story: Born and raised in Los Angeles. Grew up immersed in the music scene of her parents. Even though she didn't plan on a singing career, she took a summer job singing with a band in 1972. Albums soon followed, as well as two Grammy Awards for her debut album, Inseparable (1975). After a bout with addiction, Cole returned in the 1990s with Unforgettable... with Love, featuring renditions of songs previously sung by her father. Cole died in 2015 at the age of 65.   108.    Early Career: She met the writing and producing team of Chuck Jackson and Marvin Yancy in 1975. The duo helped Cole land a deal with Capitol Records and, later that year, create the album Inseparable. With hit songs such as "This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)," the album exploded onto the music scene, earning the young starlet her first two Grammy Awards—for best new artist and best female R&B performance.   109.    Cole's career took flight: she turned out four gold and two platinum records / in 1979, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame / Cole hit a lull in her career in the early 1980s due to her struggle with drug addiction / in 1991, she released Unforgettable... with Love. and won a Grammy for album of the year / in 2008, "Still Unforgettable" won another Grammy for best traditional pop vocal album.   110.    Personal Life and Death: The death of her father, when she was 15 yrs. old, greatly affected her and put a strain on Cole's relationship with her mother. In her 2000 autobiography, Angel on my Shoulder, Cole exposed her depression and heavy drug use throughout her career. She began using in college. She overcame her addiction in 1983. In 2008, Cole was diagnosed with hepatitis C, a disease of the liver. She passed 7 from congestive heart failure on December 31, 2015.   111.    Legacy: "Cole wasn’t the next Aretha. She was the simply the MOST versatile vocalist of the soul-pop era" - Written by Keith Murphy (@murphdogg29) BET 1/2016  112.    Cole could do Chaka’s “Tell Me Something Good.”. But could Chaka do “Our Love.”? Cole could do Gladys Knight & the Pips’ “Midnight Train to Georgia.” But could Gladys do “Good Morning Heartache,’? Cole could do Whitney Houston’s “How Will I Know.” But could Houston do “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds” or “Something Got A Hold On Me”?   113.    Audio Clips   114.    ***Question: Silver spoon or deserved?   115.    ###Key Artist: Richard Franklin Lennox Thomas Pryor III (35yrs old): Actor, Comedian, Screenwriter (1940–2005)   116.    Born and raised in Peoria, Illinois, he became one of the most influential comedians in the history of comedy. Few comics today will talk about their own careers without mentioning the inspiration they received from Pryor. A talented yet controversial man, most people either love him unconditionally or hate him passionately.    117.    Early Life: For much of his youth, Pryor was left in his grandmother's care and lived in the brothel she ran. He also experienced sexual abuse as a child, according to his official website. To step away from the grim reality of his life, Pryor found solace in going to the movies. Expelled from school at age 14, Pryor ended up working a string of jobs until he joined the military in 1958. He served in the army for only two years, as he was discharged for fighting with another soldier.   118.    Early Career: Returning home, he found work as a stand-up comic throughout the Midwest, playing African-American clubs in such cities as East St. Louis and Pittsburgh. In 1963, Pryor moved to New York City. The following year, he made his television debut on the variety show On Broadway Tonight. Guest appearances followed on such programs as The Merv Griffin Show and The Ed Sullivan Show. At the time, his act was modeled after two African-American comedians he admired, Bill Cosby and Dick Gregory.   119.    In 1960, while playing in Las Vegas at the Flamingo Hotel, he had a panic attack and walked off stage. He wanted to give voice to the winos, pimps, dealers, and other characters in his head. He retreated to Berkeley, California, where he met a variety of counterculture figures, including Black Panther leader Huey P. Newton.   120.    Mainstream Success: In the early 1970s, Pryor scored several successes as an actor and comedian. He earned positive reviews for his supporting role in the Billie Holiday biopic Lady Sings the Blues (1972), starring Diana Ross. In 1973, he netted his first Emmy Award nomination (outstanding writing achievement in comedy, variety) for his work on The Lily Tomlin Show. The following year, Pryor took home his first Emmy (best writing in comedy, variety) for another collaboration with Lily Tomlin: the comedy special Lily (1973). Pryor also wrote for such shows as The Flip Wilson Show and Sanford and Son, which starred comedian Redd Foxx. Continuing to thrive professionally, Pryor co-starred with Max Julien in the film "The Mack" 91973) and worked with Mel Brooks on the screenplay for the western spoof Blazing Saddles (1974). His own work was also attracting a lot of attention. Despite its X-rated content, his third comedy albums sold extremely well and won the Grammy Award for Best Comedy Recordings in 1974, 1975, and 1976.   121.    Fans of all racial backgrounds were captivated by Pryor's comedy, which consisted of situational and character-driven humor in place of straightforward jokes. He poked fun at the white establishment and explored the racial divide. By the late 1970s, Pryor had a thriving career as a stand-up comic and movie actor.   122.    Audio Clips   123.    Troubled Personal Life: Pryor had a long history of substance abuse and stormy relationships. He got into legal trouble in the early 1970s for failing to file tax returns. / In 1978, Pryor had another run-in with the law after he shot his estranged wife's car. / Pryor’s health began to suffer, and he endured his first heart attack in 1978 / In June 1980, after several days of freebasing cocaine, he lit himself on fire in a suicide attempt /    124.    Later Years: In 1986, Pryor was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, a disease that affects the central nervous system. By the early 1990s, the once-kinetic Pryor was confined to a wheelchair. The comedian wrote the autobiography Pryor Convictions: And Other Life Sentences with Todd Gold, earning critical acclaim upon its release in 1995. In 2001, Pryor remarried Jennifer Lee. He spent his final years with her at his California home. Outside of performing, Pryor was an advocate for animal rights and opposed animal testing. He established Pryor's Planet, a charity for animals.   125.    Death and Legacy: On December 10, 2005, Pryor died of a heart attack at a Los Angeles area hospital. In addition to providing audiences with both hilarious and moving performances, he paved the way for African-American comedians like Eddie Murphy and Chris Rock to make their mark. "Pryor started it all. He made the blueprint for the progressive thinking of black comedians, unlocking that irreverent style," comedian and filmmaker Keenen Ivory Wayans explained to The New York Times.   126.    ***Question: Given his EXTEMELY troubled personal life, does he deserve praise, pity, or pilloried (ridiculed publicly)?   127.    ###Vote for Key Artist:   128.    ###The Movie Scene    129.    Dolemite: Played by Rudy Ray Moore, who co-wrote the film. Moore had developed the alter-ego as a stand-up comedian and released several comedy albums using this persona. The film has attained cult status. Plot: Dolemite is a pimp and nightclub owner who is serving 20 years in prison after being set up by a rival, Willie Green. One day, his friend and fellow pimp Queen Bee helps him get out of jail, and plots with him to get revenge on Green.   130.    Mahogany: A romantic drama directed by Berry Gordy and produced by Motown Productions.  Mahogany stars Diana Ross as Tracy Chambers, a struggling fashion design student who rises to become a popular fashion designer in Rome. Fresh from the success of Lady Sings the Blues, this film served as Ross' follow-up feature film.   131.    Let's Do It Again is an action crime comedy directed by and starring Sidney Poitier and co-starring Bill Cosby and Jimmie Walker. The film, directed by Poitier, is about blue-collar workers who decide to rig a boxing match to raise money for their fraternal lodge. The song of the same name by The Staple Singers was featured as the opening and ending theme of the movie, and as a result, the two have become commonly associated with each other.  This was the second film pairing of Poitier and Cosby following Uptown Saturday Night, and followed by A Piece of the Action (1977). Of the three, Let's Do It Again has been the most successful both critically and commercially. [FYI...Calvin Lockhart was Biggie Smalls and Jimmie Walker as Bootney Farnsworth]   132.    ###Key Movie: Cooley High: [My Favorite movie of all-time!]   133.    Summary: "...But "Cooley High" was no exploitation film. Unlike the other black stories being told on screen in the early '70s, this one wasn't about crime, racism, drugs, vengeance, or black-power heroes and heroines who stuck it to the Man. It was just about teens doing what teens do -- hanging out, going to school, going to parties, hooking up, cruising the streets, and dreaming of the future. Yes, there was petty crime and some tragic violence, but they weren't the focus of the story. It was just a slice of life, both specific and universal. As a result, "Cooley High" marked the beginning of the shift in African-American cinema away from blaxploitation toward more diverse stories of black life, although it would take another 20 years for that transition to be fully realized." - 'Cooley High' Is the Most Influential Movie You've Never Seen, by Gary Susman, moviefone.com   134.    Audio Clips   135.    In film, coming of age is a genre of teen films. Coming-of-age films focus on the psychological and moral growth or transition of a protagonist from youth to adulthood. Personal growth and change are an important characteristic of this genre, which relies on dialogue and emotional responses, rather than action. The main character is typically male, around mid-teen and the story is often told in the form of a flashback.   136.    Films in this subgenre include Bambi (1942), Oliver! (1967), American Graffiti (1973), Breaking Away (1979), The Last American Virgin (1982), The Breakfast Club (1985), Stand by Me (1986), Almost Famous (2000), the Harry Potter series (2001–2011), and Moonlight (2016)   137.    ***Question: The movie dealt with friendships, loyalty, betrayal, forgiveness, and regrets. Do you have any personal stories to tell that deal with these issues?   138.    ###The TV Scene: The Jefferson’s   139.    Sample review: Parents need to know that this classic '70s/'80s sitcom -- which follows an African-American couple who move to an upper-class Manhattan apartment in a primarily Caucasian neighborhood -- combines strong racial stereotypes with some positive representations of African Americans and interracial relationships. George Jefferson is stubborn, mean-spirited, and bigoted, and the show uses strong words like "damn" and racial epithets like "honky." The show is generally mild by today's standards, but George's inappropriate behavior and language may send iffy messages to younger viewers.   140.    For many black Americans, the news of actor Sherman Hemsley’s death represents a two-fold loss of both an incredible talent and the captivating character that was George Jefferson. By portraying the outspoken and incredibly honest Mr. Jefferson, who was never too shy to speak candidly about race relations in the seventies, Hemsley and his cast mates had a major effect on American television through the hit sitcom “The Jefferson’s.”    141.    As the longest-running series with a predominantly African American cast, the show was one of the first to portray a successful black family, paving the way for future sitcoms like “The Cosby Show” and “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.” It was also the first series to prominently feature an interracial couple with the characters Helen and Tom Willis, using its makeup of colorful personalities to create humorous commentary about race in the United States at the time.    142.    Making its debut in 1975, the show mimicked its parent series “All In The Family,” but instead focused on a black household. George Jefferson displayed his distrust of white people and shared his views on race in America with a fervor that rivaled Archie Bunker’s comical, yet stinging, opinions about minorities. The show explored issues rarely discussed on television, and the characters’ frequent use of racially charged terms like “nigger” and “honky” placed the series in a class all its own. Although George and his wife Louise “Weezy” Jefferson’s sudden success catapulted them into a predominantly white world, they represented the epitome of black culture. Even the show’s popular theme song was reminiscent of the gospel tunes often heard in black churches.    143.    “The Jeffersons” use of confrontational humor and candid commentary that helped ease the discussion of topics like race and class on American television (and beyond) is the cornerstone of the show’s legacy. Its characters opened doors for future black actors, and its success proved that African American sitcoms did, in fact, resonate with general audiences.    144.    ***Open Comments:   145.    Legacy: We also recognized the familiar in George's willingness to put on airs if it meant seizing an advantage against a rival or gaining one from a potential patron, backing down only when it became clear that his honor or family's well-being was at risk. It was easy to mistake George's hustle as symptoms of a gratuitous and crass materialism, but, his endless striving, the relentless quest to impress the Wittendales of the world or to get into a posh tennis club, even though he had no clue or interest in the sport, was always about survival. Money, in George's mind, represented the best defense against discrimination. "Let me tell you something about people," George tells his old adversary Archie Bunker at a cocktail party. "That bartender's willing to work for me because if you got enough green in your pocket, then black becomes his favorite color." - What 'The Jeffersons' Taught Me About Being an American. SHERVIN MALEKZADEH  AUG 7, 2012   146.    "...And the previous, say, eight years or so were characterized by efforts to sort of break down institutional racism in America from the Civil Rights Act to desegregation in schools. And so, you had this whole level of black folks who were just being held back by institutional racism, and once those bonds started to break, they could build businesses. They could get great jobs, and they could move into the middle class and upper middle class in a way that they hadn't been able to do before. And "The Jeffersons" in its own way, even though it was also a very typical sitcom, very broad, it also talked about those elements. You know, George had to deal with his friends from the old neighborhood. They would come to visit and embarrass him because he was trying to impress the new wealthy people that he lived with in his new high-rise. And, you know, there was always that tension, and I think some black folks were going through that in their own lives. They could recognize a bit of that in what George Jefferson was doing. - Heard on All Things Considered, NPR   147.    ***Question: Was the show too unrealistic/out of reach?   148.    ***Vote: 1975 biggest legacy?

Tom Willis , CEO of Conestoga Energy, has spent his entire life working in agriculture. Tom earned bachelor degrees in economics, business administration, and agricultural business from Utah State University. He’s spent most of his career in risk management and agribusiness, with companies including General Mills and JR Simplot. In 2004, Tom took over as CEO at Conestoga Energy taking the company from 3 to 220 employees and $1.5 billion in sales. Additionally, Tom currently serves on the National Sorghum Producers Board… Continue Reading ›› The post Life Lessons, Herding Sheep, and the Future of Ethanol appeared first on Farmtank.

May 17-23, 1980 Today Ken welcomes comedian Dhaya Lakshminarayanan to the show. Ken and Dhaya discuss Dedham, MA, yards of beer, poutine, local flavor, Friendly's, the origins of Sundaes, San Francisco, MIT, schools on the Red Line, The Jeffersons, Birmingham Alabama, growing up the child of immigrants, racial slurs, why George Jefferson may be the quintessential American, Marla Gibbs, Sanford & Son, poverty, The Fresh Prince of Bel Aire, Krush Groove, latchkey syndication, Mary Tyler Moore, single women, secretly normalizing gay culture, Three's Company, Star Trek, The Love Boat, The Twilight Zone, Herve Villechaize, Mr. Belvedere, Fantasy Island, Warwick Davis, 227, spin off shows, Marilyn Monroe, Edward Gorey, Dione Warwick, Cheryl Ladd, That's Incredible, Real People, Nova, why Carl Sagan is the perfect man, Murder Can Hurt You, The McNeal Learer News Hour, Buck Rogers, Fridays!, Red Foxx, teaching Tom Willis how to speak Jive, and Gary Shandling's understanding of sitcom formats.

It's basketball season and the guys are able to post up Coach Brewster for a good chat about UND women's basketball. We chat about following up a legend like Coach Roebuck, the tough first season and how exhilarating year two and a Big Sky championship felt. We also get into some of the unsung players that make the tradition of UND basketball so special, his future dance plans with the new President's wife and if Wigness is more of a Tom Willis or Mr. Bentley.

From a life being transformed by God's truth, Tom Willis shares encouraging principles.

Today's product design team is taking the ancient art of wineskins and bringing this classic invention forward into the modern era. Tom Willis, founder and entrepreneur behind Zahota shares the struggles of bringing a product to market, how Kickstarter companies can have issues with marketing and ways to create a killer company around conversing with backers and the crowdfunding community. The Zahota Kickstarter Campaign Key Crowdfunding Takeaways How to improve upon ancient products and technologies Ways to figure out if products are worth creating Using passion to create a kind of cool company The reason Kickstarter can act as your market validation How to get your products in front of mainstream consumers Overcoming inventor syndrome and why marketing is critical Why you need to be thoughtful about target markets before Kickstarter How to avoid playing catch up on a Kickstarter campaign The challenges of finding an amazing co-founder How long it takes to bring a product to market When to start outsourcing prototype development What happens if you fail your Kickstarter campaign Success Quotes "Am I using my time in the most effective way?" Links zahota.com backerclub.co Influential Business Books Invent It, Sell It, Bank It!: Make Your Million-Dollar Idea into a Reality Connect with Tom and Brent @Zahota Zahota's Facebook Love the Show? Leave us a Review   Our Sponsor eFulFillment Service: Want to get your rewards out to backers and eliminate the hassle of post-campaign shipping? EFS can help with tons of crowdfunding experience and special discounts for Art of the Kickstart listeners these guys are a great bet to help your business grow.  

With much transparency, Tom Willis shares life-changing truth from 1st JOHN.

The grace that saves also teaches us how to live and follow Christ. After teaching some historical background to the time of Paul's writings, Tom Willis leads a lively discussion concerning how to apply this section of Titus to our everyday lives.

The essence of true spiritual growth rests in our continuing submission of everything unto the Lord and His will.

Michael Covel talks to author, blogger and trader Steve Burns. In his second visit to the podcast Burns and Covel discuss several famed trading quotes containing wisdom from Ed Seykota, Richard Dennis, Tom Willis, Jesse Livermore, Amos Hostetter, Ben Stein, Bertrand Russell, T. Boone Pickens, and Larry Hite. Covel and Burns discuss risk management; position sizing; the magic of compounding; why individual trades have very little meaning; turning down the volume on your emotions in your trades; how your losses can be an education; concept and theory with regard to trend following; quantifying and capturing trends; "just trading the numbers"; greed and fear in the context of trends; the common attitudes and misconceptions of novice to trend following traders; trading against the market vs. trading against yourself; drawdowns, and the importance of studying the track records of the great traders; entry and exit strategies; the importance of starting "right" in every enterprise; the curse of laziness; ignoring the talking heads; why you don't need 20 screens on your desk to trade optimally; cutting your losses; the 1% rule; being blinded by the fundamentals; why if you diversify, control your risk, and go with the trend, it just has to work; I.Q. vs. emotional intelligence (E.Q.); and technology and long term trend following. Special Offer? Receive free DVD delivered to your home or office: www.trendfollowing.com/win.