Podcasts about difference makers

I see his posts just about every day and every one of them gets me thinking. This one (as I share from him again), I hope gets you thinking too. You see, we all have excuses in our lives as to why we don't do more, become better, try something new, finish something, etc., and Coach Ray Ostrowski (@CoachRayO3313) reminds us this about those excuses:  “Contrary to what many believe and practice, you can NEVER ‘excuse' your way out of a situation. You can go from failure to success, but never excuses. End your excuses and over time, correct your outcome.”  Now, those were his thoughts on this quote he shared: “You can't excuse your way out - you can only adjust your way out.  You can go from failure to success, but you can't go from excuses to success.” ~ John Maxwell.  “Drop the excuses if you truly want to change your results.”  This was talking right to me of course as I have way too many excuses in my life and throughout my history, that have all gotten in the way of me being my best version of myself.  I'm going to keep working on this for sure. No other choice. How about you?  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

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I  came across a post from UpSkillYourLife (@UpSkillYourLife) and it floored me as to the truth of this statement.  “Reading an hour a day is only 4% of your day. But that 4% will put you at the top of your field within 10 years. Find the time.” - Patrick Bet-David.  I think it's more than just reading - although you will be so much better off if you do the reading. But listening to podcasts, watching videos, meeting with people that are a bit ahead of you in the things you want to do, etc. Self improvement is something we all can control and invest in. Keep it up!!  You will hear how I had to actually check the math on this 4%... and yes.. It's true.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

I listened to Ed Mylett's latest podcast (listen to it HERE) and it really got me thinking, got me fired up and helped me to do some serious reflection about a few things.  It's all about unlocking our best version of ourselves. Lot's of things here that help us to see how we all have challenges and those connect with the way we think of ourselves.   We all have a past and as I've said for years that our past is our best mentor. The good and not so good - all of it has lessons for us.  This is a long podcast so you can find a car ride, a few days of breaking it up, just make the time to listen to it as it's so good!!  Here is the VIDEO of Ed's podcast.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

In this message, Pastor Corey unpacks The Power of the Gospel through Paul's ministry in Ephesus. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is more than words — it's a movement that transforms lives, disrupts darkness, and reveals truth in a world full of counterfeits.From miraculous healings to the unforgettable story of the seven sons of Sceva, Acts 19 shows that when the true Gospel moves, it exposes deception and brings lasting transformation.Key Points:The Gospel is Disruptive — It shakes the enemy's strongholds and turns the world upside down (Acts 19:8–12; Acts 17:5–6).The Enemy is Deceptive — He counterfeits what is genuine, but truth always exposes the lie (Acts 19:13–16; 2 Tim. 3:13–14).The Truth is Transforming — Confession, repentance, and renewal always follow the true move of God (Acts 19:17–20).When people truly encounter Jesus, lives are changed, idols are burned, and His Word prevails.Scripture: Acts 19:8–20

David's greatest gift wasn't gold—it was faith. This Sunday's message will shake your perspective on what it means to truly live by faith. When King David became comfortable in his palace, he didn't even notice that the Ark of God—the symbol of God's presence— was still under a tent. Years later, God would use a costly moment to remind David that His presence is worth any sacrifice. We're continuing our Difference Maker series with a powerful message titled “Motivated by Faith.”You'll learn:✅ How comfort can quietly pull you away from calling.✅ Why counting your own ability limits God's power.✅ How generosity opens the door for God's presence and provision.It's not about money or buildings—it's about souls and stories. When we stop counting on ourselves and start counting on God, He meets us in ways we never imagined.See what happens when faith moves first. Let's step forward together as Everyday Difference Makers together.

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As usual, there seems to be a lot on my mind throughout the day (and night at times).  I found this simple reminder - simple but not easy to do. From Dr. Jim Afremow (@goldmedalmind) who posted this: “Just win the moment in front of you.”  Again, (a repeated topic) there are so many distractions every day in our lives. More so now than ever before it seems. When we win the moment in front of us - with whatever that might be - good things can happen. We stack more “wins” each day, we have more good days. We pile up more good days, life gets going in a good direction. Notice that it's not about being perfect, it's about being our best. For me, it's a never ending chase and it's something worth working towards for sure. I hope it is for you too.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

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This actually came across my “news wire” yesterday just about the time where I got off the phone with my buddy Coach Dave Ruekert (@CoachRuekert). It connected with Dave and so many others in my life. The post came from Gary Hensel (@gary_hensel) and the post was this powerful reminder: “Surround Yourself With People Who - Empower you, Believe in you, Support you, Uplift you, Motivate you and Appreciate you.” I am reminded about so many people that help me in so many ways. The list is long. I take something from each of them and I hope I gave them much more than I took from them. My wish for you?  Think about those that are connected to this list. Then, go out of your way to let them know & thank them.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

Look what I found - a powerful reminder for myself that I also saw something yesterday that my daughter showed me.  This comes from Gratitude HQ (@gratefuledu64)  and they shared this:  “Let's be that person, who roots for others. Who tells a stranger they look amazing and encourages others to believe in themselves and their dreams.”  What happened to simply being happy for others when they find something that fires them up? Why is it that so many people have to “dump” on people for sharing things that they are excited about? Why is it so hard to just smile and say to yourself, I'm happy for that person… good for them?  To me, this is something that so many people need help with - including me. I need to be a better encourager. I need to keep rooting for the underdogs in life. Truthfully, if it's something that I don't agree with or don't like - I can simply keep scrolling or like I just did - hit the UNFOLLOW button, instead of piling on criticism, negative feedback, etc.  Now, there are times for sure to “REPLY” to others and not be silent, but for the most part it doesn't have to be every single time you see things you don't like or simply want to rag on someone for being happy. Just my 2.5 cents.   Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

Ever wondered if being “nice” at work could actually be making everything worse? Picture this: a leader so shielded by everyone's politeness that a single, cringeworthy comment in the halls of Congress nearly tanks a $9 million deal—while everyone else sits silent, protecting comfort over honesty. Turns out, our obsession with not rocking the boat isn't just awkward... it can be downright destructive. But here's the twist: the real danger isn't ego or greed. It's this sneaky, everyday culture of niceness that's quietly costing us big—more than we realize. So what's the true price we pay for keeping the peace, and how can we start to flip the script? In this episode, you will be able to: Discover how the impact of niceness in workplace culture can quietly shape team dynamics and influence overall success. Unlock the keys to building psychological safety that encourages genuine conversations and boosts team confidence. Understand the hidden consequences of avoiding conflict at work and how it can stall growth and damage trust. My special guest is Amira Barger Amira K.S. Barger, MBA, CVA, CFRE is an award-winning communications and change management executive, author, and professor. She counsels Fortune 500 companies at the intersection of health equity, diversity, and trust. A scholar-practitioner with over 20 years of experience, Amira is also a marketing and change management Professor at California State University East Bay, shaping the next generation of leaders. Her forthcoming book, The Price of Nice: Why Comfort Keeps Us Stuck—And 4 Actions for Real Change (Berrett-Koehler, Oct 2025), critiques the cultural costs of “niceness” in the workplace and offers a roadmap toward equity-driven leadership. Amira's thought leadership appears regularly in outlets such as MSNBC, Fast Company, and Nonprofit Quarterly. Raised on the island of Guam, Amira brings a global perspective, a deep commitment to public health, and a belief in building humanity-centered workplaces. The key moments in this episode are:00:01:00 - Navigating Niceness and Conflict Avoidance in the Workplace 00:04:00 - Bringing a Global Mindset to American Workplace Culture 00:08:00 - Understanding and Challenging Sacred Cows in Organizations 00:12:00 - The Cost of Comfort Over Candor in Leadership 00:13:32 - The Troubling Relationship Between Silicon Valley and Washington D.C. 00:15:12 - The Ladies Who Lunch: Power, Influence, and Performative Philanthropy 00:20:21 - Niceness, Leadership, and the Risks of Capitulation in Modern Organizations 00:22:58 - Challenging Stories and Leadership Narratives to Foster Change 00:25:25 - Vacation Hair and the Cost of Being Nice: A Personal Leadership Lesson 00:26:38 - Childhood Lessons on Speaking Truth and Its Consequences 00:28:17 - The Matching Principle and Effective Communication Types 00:31:37 - Navigating Voice and Nerve in Challenging Workplace Contexts 00:33:52 - Building Psychological Safety as a System in Organizations 00:37:53 - The High Price of Silence and Retaliation in the Workplace Find and follow Amira Barger on all social media platforms using the handle @amirabarger and visit amirabarger.com for information about her speaking engagements, book tour, and communications/propaganda analysis class on TikTok. Pre-order Amira Barger's book, The Price of Nice, to learn more about her insights and strategies for challenging workplace culture Connect on ⁠Substack⁠ at loriadamsbrown.substack.com to access behind-the-scenes content, exclusive in-depth articles, and become a paid subscriber for additional benefits. Linkedin YouTube Patreon Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode If you need professional help, such as therapy: https://www.betterhelp.com/difference Masterclass on Master the Career Pivot: https://www.loriadamsbrown.com/careerpivot Difference Makers who are podcast listeners get 10% offf with the code: DIFFERENT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wondered if being “nice” at work could actually be making everything worse? Picture this: a leader so shielded by everyone's politeness that a single, cringeworthy comment in the halls of Congress nearly tanks a $9 million deal—while everyone else sits silent, protecting comfort over honesty. Turns out, our obsession with not rocking the boat isn't just awkward... it can be downright destructive. But here's the twist: the real danger isn't ego or greed. It's this sneaky, everyday culture of niceness that's quietly costing us big—more than we realize. So what's the true price we pay for keeping the peace, and how can we start to flip the script? In this episode, you will be able to: Discover how the impact of niceness in workplace culture can quietly shape team dynamics and influence overall success. Unlock the keys to building psychological safety that encourages genuine conversations and boosts team confidence. Understand the hidden consequences of avoiding conflict at work and how it can stall growth and damage trust. My special guest is Amira Barger Amira K.S. Barger, MBA, CVA, CFRE is an award-winning communications and change management executive, author, and professor. She counsels Fortune 500 companies at the intersection of health equity, diversity, and trust. A scholar-practitioner with over 20 years of experience, Amira is also a marketing and change management Professor at California State University East Bay, shaping the next generation of leaders. Her forthcoming book, The Price of Nice: Why Comfort Keeps Us Stuck—And 4 Actions for Real Change (Berrett-Koehler, Oct 2025), critiques the cultural costs of “niceness” in the workplace and offers a roadmap toward equity-driven leadership. Amira's thought leadership appears regularly in outlets such as MSNBC, Fast Company, and Nonprofit Quarterly. Raised on the island of Guam, Amira brings a global perspective, a deep commitment to public health, and a belief in building humanity-centered workplaces. The key moments in this episode are:00:01:00 - Navigating Niceness and Conflict Avoidance in the Workplace 00:04:00 - Bringing a Global Mindset to American Workplace Culture 00:08:00 - Understanding and Challenging Sacred Cows in Organizations 00:12:00 - The Cost of Comfort Over Candor in Leadership 00:13:32 - The Troubling Relationship Between Silicon Valley and Washington D.C. 00:15:12 - The Ladies Who Lunch: Power, Influence, and Performative Philanthropy 00:20:21 - Niceness, Leadership, and the Risks of Capitulation in Modern Organizations 00:22:58 - Challenging Stories and Leadership Narratives to Foster Change 00:25:25 - Vacation Hair and the Cost of Being Nice: A Personal Leadership Lesson 00:26:38 - Childhood Lessons on Speaking Truth and Its Consequences 00:28:17 - The Matching Principle and Effective Communication Types 00:31:37 - Navigating Voice and Nerve in Challenging Workplace Contexts 00:33:52 - Building Psychological Safety as a System in Organizations 00:37:53 - The High Price of Silence and Retaliation in the Workplace Find and follow Amira Barger on all social media platforms using the handle @amirabarger and visit amirabarger.com for information about her speaking engagements, book tour, and communications/propaganda analysis class on TikTok. Pre-order Amira Barger's book, The Price of Nice, to learn more about her insights and strategies for challenging workplace culture Connect on ⁠Substack⁠ at loriadamsbrown.substack.com to access behind-the-scenes content, exclusive in-depth articles, and become a paid subscriber for additional benefits. Linkedin YouTube Patreon Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode If you need professional help, such as therapy: https://www.betterhelp.com/difference Masterclass on Master the Career Pivot: https://www.loriadamsbrown.com/careerpivot Difference Makers who are podcast listeners get 10% offf with the code: DIFFERENT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Night Ministry was founded in 1976 by a diverse network of congregations on Chicago's north side. Their mission: to provide human connection, housing support, and healthcare to those in need - year round.

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I saw something recently that gave me a motivational lift along with a reminder too. This comes from UpSkillYourLife (@UpSkillYourLife) and it's this: “Forget your age. If you have dreams to achieve, you are still young.” I do have dreams to achieve - still!!  I also think of my current age and I am reminded through this post and other things, that yes I am still young. I'm still that 15 year old boy that I was 44 years ago with dreams and thoughts of a future that I could not touch yet. Well, that future has been here and is now my present. As long as I have dreams to work toward, all the ages I have been in my life are here to help me keep going after things.  The longer I let this thought simmer, the more emotional I get. Part of it also is that I'm in the middle of reading Mitch Albom's new book “Twice” which just came out recently.  I'll share more from the book in my next podcast. I still have dreams and I still can work towards them, no matter what my age is today! That's true for all of us. Just keep working towards them - little steps or big ones, doesn't matter. Just keep going!  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

Reading the new book from Mitch Albom called “Twice” (click HERE for the book info.) It gets us thinking about what if we got second chances to do things over? But we would have to live with that new choice. Also, it can be used for Love either. So many thoughts here that this is helping to see things in my life just a bit differently. I understand that what I have in my life, I would not risk changing things in my past to have what I have today.  It's also taught me a little bit, that at times, we do have a second chance - to say I'm sorry. To fix something at that moment that just got broken. The key is in the moment.  I hope this book gets you thinking about your life like it has for me. Make sure you check out all of Mitch's books HERE. Would love to hear about your thoughts if you are able to get this book or any of his books and what you thought of them. Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

Carl and Mike continue with Falcons talk and share their thoughts on the team not relying on an 'explosive player' in Bijan Robinson in Sunday's loss to the 49ers.

1 Corinthians 9: Difference Makers (1 Corinthians - Untangling Church) taught by Associate Pastor Justin Butorac on 10-19-25.

God delights in using ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things. In this message, we look at the story of Peter and John in Acts 3–4, where two fishermen become bold witnesses for Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit.You'll discover:-How God used a simple act of compassion to open the door for the gospel-Why true power comes from the name of Jesus, not human ability-How Peter and John displayed courage in the face of opposition-What it means to live as an ordinary person filled with extraordinary purpose-How God turns spectators into servants and audiences into armiesThrough the healing of a crippled man and the bold testimony that followed, we're reminded that God still works through those who make themselves available. Our skills, experiences, and everyday moments can become tools in His hands to reach the world for Christ.Key Scripture: Acts 3–4Theme: God uses ordinary people in extraordinary waysTakeaway: God doesn't call the qualified—He qualifies the called.

At Real Life, we believe the greatest stories aren't written in concrete or steel—they're written in changed lives.Every Sunday, people said “yes” to Jesus, and it all starts with one thing: someone cared enough to invite them. That's what this week's message is all about — how ordinary people with simple acts of faith can make an eternal difference.From the boy who gave his lunch, to Andrew who invited his brother Peter, to a mother who placed her baby in a basket— God has always used everyday people who simply said “yes.” In this message, Pastor Sean will share stories from Scripture and from Real Life—like Lucas' story—that remind us how every handshake, every conversation, every invitation, every act of generosity matters more than we realize.The story of Real Life Church isn't built on bricks or beams—it's built on people. Because people make the difference.

Found a post from Overmind (@overmind01) where a very simple statement got me thinking about a few things. The post was this:  “Education isn't for employment. Education is for enlightenment.” A key point that I always made to my students was that education happens all throughout our lives. Education was not meant (in my opinion) simply to help us get a job. It's for living our best lives and we need to realize that we can keep learning from reading, watching, listening, etc. Also tied into this is the fact that as part of the enlightenment that education offers us, is that we should always look towards those things that fire us up. Those things that light us up. Those things that we feel that we are called to do. Just remember to not stop trying to be your best. Keep looking to get better. Remember, it's not just you that benefits from you being your best!!  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

Now, this post that I saw from Seek Wiser (@SeekWiser_) is all about raising our standards, but when I saw it - I knew this post was directly pointing at me. I don't want you getting offended by the title. I'll use something else in my thoughts about these thoughts in this episode. But, it is easy for me to see that this is a formula for me to get things better in my life and I hope you can take a few things from it to add value to your life.  Face it, we all have standards for ourselves that we can get better at for sure.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

What if the real reason your best people are leaving isn't about paychecks or perks, but something way bigger, something you might not even be measuring yet? There's a quiet shift happening in the workforce that's turning traditional retention strategies upside down. And here's the kicker: companies that embrace it aren't just keeping their talent. They're watching productivity and promotions soar, with results that might surprise you. So, what's the one move that could help your people see a future with you, and keep them from walking away? Let's dig into it. In this episode, you will be able to: Discover how internal learning ecosystems can unlock career growth and keep employees engaged longer. Uncover the surprising ways talent development directly boosts employee retention and loyalty. Explore smart strategies for internal mobility that ramp up productivity and fuel workforce motivation. Learn how AI is reshaping workforce skills and what that means for your talent development plans. Build clear internal career pathways that inspire employees to stay and grow within your organization. The key moments in this episode are:00:00:00 - The Importance of Professional Support and Mental Health Resources 00:01:00 - Addressing Employee Retention Through Career Growth 00:02:25 - The Shift from Manager to Career Development as a Retention Strategy 00:05:29 - Internal Mobility Drives Retention and Business Success 00:08:37 - Future-Proofing Organizations with Learning Agility and Cross-Functional Leadership "When people see a path forward inside your company, they stay; and when they feel invested in, they perform." - Lori Adams-Brown Connect with me on Substack at loriadamsbrown.substack.com as a free or paid subscriber for exclusive, in-depth content. Share this episode with a leader, friend, parent, neighbor, colleague, boss, or team member who would benefit from the message. Subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who might need to hear it. Your support helps the community grow and keeps these important conversations going. If you need professional help, such as therapy: https://www.betterhelp.com/difference If you are looking for your next opportunity, sign up for Lori's Masterclass on Master the Career Pivot: https://www.loriadamsbrown.com/careerpivot Difference Makers who are podcast listeners get 10% off with the code: DIFFERENT "Companies that invest in the growth of their people build the future of their businesses—because when you invest in people, you don't just retain them, you expand what's possible for the organization." - Lori Adams-Brown Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reads with Ravi (@readswithravi) comes through with another reflection for all of us.  “A reminder: Your life is nothing but a reflection of how you spend your time.” WOW!!  Talk about an eye-opening thought, especially when you read this while looking in the mirror!! If we don't like things going on in our lives - look how we spend our time! I've been reflecting on my life … wow.. Now that I think about it… ever since I can remember. All this reflection and I don't think I've thought of the easy connection of how I spend my time. I have thought about my habits, what choices I make, my actions, my thoughts, etc., but it really is all about how I spend my time. Knowing this - it's something totally under my control of course, which simply means that I can not only do something about, but that I can't blame other people or circumstances.  More great stuff for all of us to keep improving! When we add value to ourselves, good things can happen.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

This week's Difference Maker highlights a non profit that lights a way for young Chicago moms and their kids. Bright Endeavors is a candle and home fragrance company that employs moms ages 24 and under.

This week's Difference Maker highlights a non profit that lights a way for young Chicago moms and their kids. Bright Endeavors is a candle and home fragrance company that employs moms ages 24 and under.

This week's Difference Maker highlights a non profit that lights a way for young Chicago moms and their kids. Bright Endeavors is a candle and home fragrance company that employs moms ages 24 and under.

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I connected with someone new recently when I saw this post from Gary Hensel (@gary_hensel) and it's a powerful reminder for all of us. We can all have this superpower, in fact we already have it. But if you are like me, I need to have it a bit more often everyday and that's exactly what I plan on doing.  This thought here means a lot: “Calmness is a superpower. The ability to not overreact or take things personally keeps your mind clear and your heart at peace.” ~ Idil Ahmed  In today's crazy and mixed up world, keeping calm is a necessity for living our best life. Anything that can help keep our mind clear and our heart at peace, is something worth going for. Remember, when we are better, it helps everyone around us be better too.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

Listening is one of the most important skills in life—and in faith. In this message, we explore Jesus' Parable of the Soils from Matthew 13:1–9, 18–23 and discover how the condition of our hearts determines how we receive and respond to God's Word.You'll discover:-Why some hearts resist truth while others receive it-How emotional or shallow faith can fade under pressure-What it means to have a crowded heart filled with distractions-How true faith takes root and produces lasting fruit-Why listening and obeying are both essential for spiritual growthThrough biblical teaching and practical insight, we'll see that the root of faith always produces the fruit of faith. God calls us not only to hear His Word but to live it out—bearing fruit that reflects His work in us and sharing His truth with others.Key Scripture: Matthew 13:1–9; 18–23Theme: The root of faith always produces the fruit of faithTakeaway: True hearing leads to doing—and doing leads to growth.Subscribe for more messages of truth and encouragement.

I found this quote (from unknown) that said - “I fell in love with this quote: ‘Discipline is remembering who you said you wanted to be.'”  This is short, yet so powerful. As soon as I saw it, read it and it sunk in - I was reminded instantly about doing things to help make myself be better in order to not only go after the things I want to do in my life, but also to help those that I love be their best too!  Let this quote sink into your heart and then see what you are feeling & thinking. Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

I found an interesting post that got me thinking a little bit where Mindful Maven (@mindfulmaven_) showed this image of glass where there was a line in the middle.  Above the line, it said “People who wonder whether the glass is half empty or half full, miss the point.”  On the bottom half of the glass, it says “The glass is refillable.” I've always been a self-described “glass half full” kind of guy. What I guess I was missing was the fact that the glass (my glass, my life, me, etc.), was always still there to be refilled. All parts of life are part of this “keep pouring” mentality. The one thing that isn't - it's time. Once it's gone, it's gone. Now, we can do things to help us maximize our time, and help ourselves to make time for the things we want to do in life. Great lessons here for me and others too.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

Ever heard these myths floating around about leadership and work-life balance? Myth #1: True leaders have to hustle nonstop to be successful. Myth #2: Burnout just means you're not cut out for the job. Myth #3: Neuroplasticity is only for scientists—not something leaders can actually use. I'm about to spill the truth on how to flip these old stories on their head—so you can actually lead with clarity, energy, and a life that feels good. Ready for a totally different take? Stick around! In this episode, you will be able to: Discover how soul-aligned leadership strategies can transform your decision-making and inspire your team from within. Learn to overcome burnout by tapping into mindfulness techniques that reset your energy and focus. Explore the hidden ways work culture shapes mental health and what that means for your leadership approach. Unlock the benefits of adopting a one week per month lifestyle to boost creativity and work-life balance. Harness the power of neuroplasticity to reshape your leadership skills and adapt to new challenges with ease. My special guest is Dr. Nona Djavid Dr. Nona Djavid is a neuroscientist-trained chiropractor, entrepreneur, author, and founder of eLIVate Club and the One Week/Month Lifestyle™. She helps leaders and entrepreneurs rewire their subconscious, regulate their nervous system, and step into their fullest potential—leading with alignment, vision, and purpose. The key moments in this episode are:00:01:00 - Redefining Success: Dr. Nona Javid's Journey to Soul-Aligned Leadership 00:07:40 - Navigating Workforce Changes and AI Impact in Leadership 00:11:40 - Neuroscience and the Nervous System's Role in Leadership Resilience 00:13:30 - Breaking Free from Past Patterns to Lead Differently 00:14:00 - Harnessing Visualization to Transform Leadership and Relationships 00:17:00 - The Ripple Effect of Emotional Self-Management in Work and Home Life 00:19:30 - Teaching Emotional Responsibility and Regulation from Childhood to Leadership 00:24:40 - Addressing Workplace Incivility and the Need for Self-Awareness in Leadership 00:27:00 - Navigating Organizational Change with Human-Centered Leadership 00:27:51 - Pandemic Impact on Social Connection and Emotional Health 00:31:38 - Core Elements of Authentic and Soul-Aligned Leadership 00:35:12 - Leadership During Increased Workloads and Embracing Team Collaboration 00:36:16 - The One Week a Month Leadership Lifestyle for Empowered Teams 00:40:54 - Global Work Cultures and the Importance of Rest for Leadership Sustainability 00:42:09 - Comparing Work-Life Balance: Silicon Valley vs. Italy 00:43:35 - Productivity and Time Management Lessons from Italy 00:44:40 - Addressing Workplace Stress and the Always-On Culture 00:45:43 - Cultural and Geographic Differences Impacting Work Styles 00:46:22 - Connecting with Dr. Nona Djavid and Continuing the Conversation Connect with Dr. Nona Djavid on LinkedIn to learn more about her work and services. Visit Dr. Nona Djavid's website for additional information and resources. Join the Patreon community Difference Makers for exclusive content and additional questions with podcast guests. Subscribe to loriadamsbrown.substack.com as a free or paid subscriber for behind-the-scenes insights and in-depth articles related to the podcast. Share the podcast episode with friends, family, colleagues, or your team, and leave a five-star rating and review to help others discover the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Johnson and Beau Morgan let you hear Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Raheem Morris talk about how the new defensive pieces on the field and on the coaching staff have boosted the defense from last year, react to what Coach Morris had to say, let you hear linebacker Kaden Elliss talk about how the Falcons' defensive success has come down to good pieces working hard, react to what Elliss had to say, and explain why they think the biggest difference maker for the Falcons' defense this year is new Defensive Coordinator Jeff Ulbrich.

Found a great reminder Psyche Wizard (@PsycheWizard) where this thought was shared: “The quickest way to succeed is to start now and figure it out as you go. You can't learn how to drive in a parked car.” So many thoughts came to mind when I saw this. I think it's easy to imagine sitting in a parked car, sitting on a bike, on a skateboard, a motor cycle, etc., and it's not going anywhere. Or maybe it's not even running or turned on. When it comes to acting on ideas or projects, starting to move forward is a good thing. Finding out new information or getting help along the way instead of being too afraid to even put the car in drive. I've done too much sitting in a parked car at times or maybe even too afraid of unlocking the car and getting in.  What about you? Anything you are hesitating about to put your car in drive? Or peddle your bike? Or simply taking a step forward  to start going in the direction you want to go in?  Yea… me too.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

Pastor Gary Lamb delivers a message about loving people.

Pastor Gary preaches about searving others like Jesus

Guest speaker David Westrick closes out the Difference Maker series with a sermon about being a difference maker in religion, politics, and business.

Guest speaker David Westerick delivers a sermon about how we can be the salt and life of the earth.

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I found one of the simplest pieces of advice that I need help with and maybe others need this too. From Overmind (@overmind01) this thought is shared:  “Don't blame the distractions, improve your focus.”  There are so many distractions in the world and in front of us, now more than ever before it seems. As stated in this episode, I clicked on a “distraction” right before I hit the record button. My focus is something that not only do I need to work on improving, I'm the only one that can do it! Again, this is on a long list of things that I know I need to keep working on. For me, there will never be a day where I don't have something to do.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

As if I needed another rule to follow. This one is something you will want to connect with I think and it's not that difficult to understand. From Reads with Ravi (@readswithravi) where this is shared:  “The Rule of 100 - If you spend 100 hours a year in any discipline, (which is only 18 minutes a day), you'll be better than 95% of the world in that discipline. Consistency is everything.”  This is something that anyone can connect to any discipline or more than one discipline. Just think of the great things you can do, not to say your #1, but to make a difference with others. To have a service, product, idea, etc., that can help others - just because you had the faith and effort to have consistency in doing what lights you up! The world needs this - more people to share the things that light that spark within them.   Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

It always seems, sad as it is, that we humans tend to not only learn lessons from others more so when they are gone, but humans have a sad track record, that looking back throughout history - we don't learn these lessons too well. Now of course this does not mean every single human being throughout history - tons of great people for sure that know and live these lessons. One of the best was Jane Goodall (look her up) and here is a quote from her that really hits home now that she just recently passed. She reminded us that “You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.”  A conversation that I had with my buddy Coach Dave Ruekert recently, reminded me about the choices we have both made to help others through teaching and coaching. Really got me thinking about how much I need to stay on the journey I'm on and maybe look for different ways of continuing to connect to students and teachers along with athletes and coaches. We all have the ability to make “the world” better, right where we are at. The world needs us to do that for sure.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

Saw an interesting list from Book Therapy (@Book_therapy223) where they shared these six items. “Discipline is not hard. You just don't know these secrets: 1) Find your why, 2) Routine is Important, 3) Mindset Matters, 4) Celebrate Small Wins, 5) Visualize, and 6) Reset, Don't Quit. These items got me thinking about a lot of things that I want to keep working on so that I can be at my best. I keep reminding myself that when I'm at my best - so many other people benefit too.  Remember, this list is something you can totally take on yourself - you and the one in the mirror of course.  Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.

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