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We made it to Episode 91 of the Behind the Golf Brand Podcast. In this week's episode, I interview my good friends Charlie Mechem. Charlie Mechem is a man of great experience, wisdom, and joy. Author, Lawyer, and Business Advisor to Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer), past commisioner of the LPGA, and business partner at Bay Hill. in other words he is the MAN. "Arnie And Jack" is his 3rd book. His prior books were "Who's That With Charlie" and "Total Anecdotal". Charlie also hosts a popular podcast called "15 Minutes With Charlie", with some of the biggest golf stars and celebrities in the world joining him.Support the show
I got to interview Charles Mechem. Charlie Mechem's remarkable business career spans six decades and includes stints as a lawyer, a business executive heading up the Taft Broadcasting empire, and the Commissioner of the Ladies Professional Golf Association. Charlie is a consummate storyteller, and he uses his great deal of experience, wisdom, and joy to help professionals become more engaging speakers. His book, Total Anecdotal, and podcast, 15 Minutes with Charlie, were made to share his insights and help readers and listeners become better presenters. We spoke about: 1:00 90 year journey. 2:00 CEO of company dies asked to be CEO at 37. 5:45 To turn down opportunities is a mistake. And much more. This episode is sponsored by Nova Zora Digital experts in digital marketing. Check out Real Talk Podcasting for all things podcasting. *Disclaimer: The views and opinions on Roman Prokopchuk's Digital Savage Experience are those of the guest's alone as their own, and the host's alone as his own. Information provided by the guest is fact checked to the best of our abilities. By providing background information to the show, the guest acknowledges that it is as accurate as possible. The show does not endorse, promote, or is in association with the guest's business interests.* --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/roman-prokopchuk/support
In this episode of 15 Minutes With Charlie, Charlie Mechem once again sits down with Baseball Hall of Famer, Johnny Bench to continue their conversation from part 1. Together, they continue to explore anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
In this episode of 15 Minutes With Charlie, Charlie Mechem sits down with former MVP with the Cincinnati Reds, Baseball Hall of Famer, as well as avid golfer, Johnny Bench. Together they explore anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
In this episode of 15 Minutes With Charlie, Charlie Mechem sits down with Nick Clooney, an American television personality, brother to singer and actress Rosemary Clooney, and father to actor and philanthropist George Clooney. Charlie and Nick dive into anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
In this episode of 15 Minutes With Charlie, Charlie Mechem sits down with an old and dear friend and former colleague at the legendary JM Smucker Company, Richard Smucker. Together they explore anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
In this episode of 15 Minutes With Charlie, Charlie Mechem sits down with Russ Meyer, a dear friend of Charlie’s and quite possibly the best Private Aviation Executive in the world. Russ uses his unique experiences in all things life and aviation to reflect on anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
In this episode of 15 Minutes With Charlie, Charlie Mechem sits down with old friend and premier golf instructor, Tom Patri. Together, they explore anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
In this episode of 15 Minutes With Charlie, Charlie Mechem once again sits down with American digital media guru Scott Ross to continue their conversation from the previous episode. Together, they continue to explore anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
In this episode of 15 Minutes With Charlie, Charlie Mechem sits down with Scott Ross, an American digital media guru with an impressive career spanning three decades. Together, Scott and Charlie reflect on anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
Charlie Mechem’s remarkable business career spans six decades and includes stints as a lawyer, a business executive heading up the Taft Broadcasting empire, and the Commissioner of the Ladies Professional Golf Association. Charlie is a consummate storyteller, and he uses his great deal of experience, wisdom, and joy to help professionals become more engaging speakers. His book, Total Anecdotal, and podcast, 15 Minutes with Charlie, were made to share his insights and help readers and listeners become better presenters. Charlie Mechem is the most senior member of Team PYP -- at 90 years young, he is still going strong and proves age is just a number. Listen to this delightful conversation between me and Charlie. You're going to be inspired! = = = = = The Team here at PYP has put together another uplifting, insightful, and inspiring show for you today. Our goal is to bring you timely, relevant, and useful conversations so that you can experience more success, energy, and LIFE as the leader of your business, career, side hustle, or passion. We always appreciate your rating and review of the show. If you haven’t already been incredibly generous and awesome, now’s your chance when you leave us a review and make sure to subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! Here are a few ways I can help you: Share this episode with one person who could use a boost of inspiration and positivity today. Grab your copy of my leadership playbook that teaches you the 11 skills you can quickly master to become an exceptional leader. Say yes to yourself -- watch this video that takes you inside the space of moving toward the next best version of you. Buy one of my books on Amazon and leave me a 5-star review.
Charlie Mechem is back for part two of our conversation on the podcast. In this episode Charlie shares the second half of his incredible story in business and in life, he shares his principle of allowing the story to unfold and opportunities to find him, we talk about some of the major deals he was able to make as a high powered CEO, and he also mentions he would do differently if he had to go back in time and do it all over again. Charlie’s remarkable business career spans six decades and includes stints as a lawyer, CEO of the Taft Broadcasting empire of media outlets that owned the iconic Hanna-Barbera cartoon company, and the Commissioner of the Ladies Professional Golf Association. He was also business partners with the iconic Arnold Palmer and shared an office with “The King” in Orlando for years. But Charlie is not all business. Born in Nelsonville, Ohio, Charlie still thinks of himself as a small-town boy who loves the thrill of a roller coaster ride and the challenge of a round of golf with friends. And good friends is something Charlie has always had plenty of! In fact, you have probably heard of quite a few of them: astronaut Neil Armstrong, NFL coach Paul Brown, restaurant magnate Dave Thomas, and professional golfers Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Mickey Wright, Nancy Lopez, Annika Sorenstam, and Juli Inkster. Charlie is a consummate storyteller, and he uses his great deal of experience, wisdom, and joy to help professionals become more engaging speakers. His book, Total Anecdotal, and podcast, 15 Minutes with Charlie, were made to share his insights and help readers and listeners become better presenters. Connect with Charlie at CharlieMechem.com and follow him on LInkedIn. Subscribe to Charlie’s podcast: 15 Minutes with Charlie. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Charlie Mechem’s remarkable business career spans six decades and includes stints as a lawyer, CEO of the Taft Broadcasting empire of media outlets that owned the iconic Hanna-Barbera cartoon company, and the Commissioner of the Ladies Professional Golf Association. Charlie joined me on the podcast to talk about the power of humility in success, his amazing story growing up and creating business success, and he also shares some great wisdom that he acquired along the way. Charlie was also business partners with the iconic Arnold Palmer and shared an office with “The King” in Orlando for years. But Charlie is not all business. Born in Nelsonville, Ohio, Charlie still thinks of himself as a small-town boy who loves the thrill of a roller coaster ride and the challenge of a round of golf with friends. And good friends is something Charlie has always had plenty of! In fact, you have probably heard of quite a few of them: astronaut Neil Armstrong, NFL coach Paul Brown, restaurant magnate Dave Thomas, and professional golfers Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Mickey Wright, Nancy Lopez, Annika Sorenstam, and Juli Inkster. Charlie is a consummate storyteller, and he uses his great deal of experience, wisdom, and joy to help professionals become more engaging speakers. His book, Total Anecdotal, and podcast, 15 Minutes with Charlie, were made to share his insights and help readers and listeners become better presenters. Connect with Charlie at CharlieMechem.com and follow him on LInkedIn. Subscribe to Charlie’s podcast: 15 Minutes with Charlie. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Charlie Mechem, Bestselling author, former CEO of the Taft Broadcasting Company and one-time commissioner of the Ladies Professional Golf Association, joins us for this episode of Influencer Networking Secrets. Charlie’s here to show you how to “Become a Curator” of amazingly powerful and highly connective stories. This episode is an instant classic on how to select and share the best story for any situation you find yourself in. This will make you, your stories, and your business stick with people long after that conversation is over. Let’s get to it! In this episode: The IMMEASURABLE Power and Advantages you’ll gain by telling good stories How to easily and accurately discern which stories to share with any audience for the deepest impact How to put miles between yourself and your competition through storytelling Why stories are CRUCIAL to human existence and connectivity Resources Links to Links to Charlie’s bestselling book, “Total Anecdotal,” and his podcast “15 Minutes with Charlie” HERE:
David Feherty is a former professional golfer and host of a highly regarded TV show on the Golf Channel. David uses his experience in the golf world to reflect on anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
Kevin Johnson is the CEO of the world renowned, highly successful company, Starbucks. As a good friend of Charlie’s, Kevin sits down for part two of his two part interview to reflect on anecdotes from Charlie’s book, “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
Kevin Johnson is the CEO of the world renowned, highly successful company, Starbucks. As a good friend of Charlie’s, Kevin sits down for part one of his two part interview to reflect on anecdotes from Charlie’s book, “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
Bill Barretta is an illustrious American puppeteer and producer, best known for his work with the Jim Henson Company and the Muppets. Bill explores anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer,” through the lense of a professional entertainer.
Mark Zecchino is the host and producer of Golf Talk Canada TV and Radio, and the live play-by-play announcer for PGA tour radio on Sirius XM Radio and PGA Radio. Mark reflects on anecdotes about everything from arrogance to flexibility in Charlie’s book, “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
Nancy Lopez is one of the great names in the history of golf. In her time, Nancy has won 48 LPGA Tour events, three of which were major championships. She has also been a great advocate for the game of golf and has given much back to the sport. Listen as Nancy connects to anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
Steve Mosko is one of the most respected and successful executives in the entertainment business. Steve has had a 41-year long career in the business. After spending 24 years working with Sony Pictures Television, well known for its award-winning show Breaking Bad, Steve now holds the position of CEO at Village Roadshow Entertainment Group. Steve has a lot of wisdom to share as he reacts to anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
Jay Ratliff is an aviation consultant to several major media companies and an advisor on Stock Day Trading. He is also a substitute host for a number of major broadcasters, and has been a great help in promoting Charlie’s book. Jay shares his wisdom on the importance of applying hard work and passion to your goals as he reacts to anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
Richard Hunt is the head of Praus Press and the publisher of Charlie Mechem’s “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer,” as well as Charlie’s previous book, “Who’s That With Charlie.” Richard offer’s his insights into the anecdotes in “Total Anecdotal,” offering a publisher’s perspective into what makes the contents of a book like this so valuable.
Christine Brennan is a highly respected sports journalist who has worked with USA Today. She also works with ABC News, CNN, PBS NewsHour, and NPR. She reacts to anecdotes from Charlie Mechem’s “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.” Christine raises awareness on sexism inside of and outside of her industry, and shares memories about her late father, who is one of her greatest inspirations.
Tommy Thayer is an American musician and songwriter, and lead guitarist for the American hard rock band KISS. Tommy was raised by his mother, a classically trained violinist and singer, and his father, a community leader, businessman, and Brigadier General in the US Army during World War II. Tommy gives a unique perspective as he reacts to anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer,” by reflecting on stories from his interesting life and career.
Pete Blackshaw, newly appointed CEO of Cintrifuse, a fund of funds and startup incubator created by Procter & Gamble, Kroger, Western Southern, and other major entities in the Greater Cincinnati region. Pete uses his marketing and management expertise to react to anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
Mike McCarley is a successful American Broadcasting Executive and President of Golf for the NBC Sports Group. Mike has a deep passion for what he does, and loves to inspire others to be just as passionate as he is. By using his passion, deep connections, and experiences in the golf and sports world, Mike responds to anecdotes from Charlie Mechem’s “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
Jay Stockwell has made the transition from tracking submarines as a naval officer to tracking mucus viscosity for Puffs tissues to senior executive of three companies. With the help of anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer,” Jay is able to detail how adaptability, risk-taking, and courage enabled him to achieve such a career metamorphosis.
Tom Keckeis is the CEO of Messer Construction, headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. and a firm believer in working hard, asking for advice, and learning from those around you. Using his experience in the construction world, Tom reacts to anecdotes from Charlie Mechem’s “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer.”
Dottie Pepper, a professional women’s golfer and current CBS golf broadcaster, reacts to Charlie Mechem’s “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer,” as she explains how courageous risk taking, imagination, deep passion, a sense of humor, and a little bit of shoe polish, helped her shoot for the stars and land on her feet to achieve her goals.
Tim Schigel is a passionate consummate entrepreneur who has founded companies such as Refinery Ventures and Share This, and works hard to get involved with and support start-up companies and organizations. Tim relates to anecdotes from Charlie Mechem’s “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer,” by referencing his passion for his career.
Annika Sörenstam is one of the greatest female golfers of this generation and founder of the ANNIKA Foundation. Through the use of anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal: A Fun Guide to Help You Become a Better Speaker and Writer,” Annika discusses her life and career in golf, the environmental effects of the sport, being a woman and a parent, and the drive, effort, and imagination it takes to be successful in anything you do.
Jack Nicklaus, American golf legend and creator of “Golf My Way,” reacts to Charlie Mechem’s “Total Anecdotal” as he recalls the highs and lows of his golfing career, and how he views each day and each swing as individual entities of their own—that yesterday’s swing may be better than today’s and vice versa, and that’s okay.
Juli Inkster is one of the greatest players of the LPGA, a member of the LPGA Hall of Fame and World Golf Hall of Fame, as well as captain of the U.S. Solheim Cup Team for the past three tournaments. She responds to Charlie Mechem’s “Total Anecdotal” by telling stories about her life and career.
Mike Whan, commissioner for the LPGA since 2010, has found that a mixture of planning, change, honesty, and a balance of optimism and pessimism, is the perfect recipe for success. Mike relates to anecdotes from “Total Anecdotal” with examples from his experiences as a “marketing guy” and LPGA Commissioner.