Podcasts

The Architect of Change, With Rick Yvanovich

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on December 19, 2024

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In this episode, we sit down with Rick Yvanovich, a visionary leader whose deep business acumen and passion for coaching and mentoring have transformed countless lives and organizations. Rick shares his unique insights on how to drive change, overcome challenges, and unlock unprecedented levels of success.

Discover how Rick’s expertise has helped businesses and individuals alike achieve their goals and realize their potential. Whether you’re looking to level up your leadership, navigate complex changes, or find inspiration for your journey, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.

Hear from the Architect of Change himself and learn how to build the foundation for lasting success.

Tune in to hear Rick’s thoughts on:

  • What is meant by “Business As UnUsual (BAUU)”?
  • What does it mean to be an “Architect of Change”?
  • What does it mean to be “future fit”?
  • How can one formulate their Life Purpose? What are the steps to create a Life Purpose?
  • What is the “Kingdom of Kaizen”? How are leaders and lifelong learners inspired, guided, and trained in the Kingdom of Kaizen to be Architects of Change?
  • And much, much more!

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It’s Time for Women Entrepreneurs to Know They’re Worthy, With Theresa Slater

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on December 17, 2024

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Women entrepreneurs face daunting odds: 20% of startups fail in their first year, and nearly 50% by their fifth. Many also struggle with imposter syndrome, doubting their worth as business leaders.

Theresa Slater’s journey from a ninth-grade education and babysitting jobs to a thriving business owner is both unorthodox and inspiring. Leaving home at 15, she learned to survive through grit and perseverance. Slater emphasizes the importance of stepping out of self-doubt, seizing opportunities, and believing in one’s worth.

Key Takeaways:

  • Overcoming imposter syndrome
  • Bootstrapping and building client trust
  • Letting go of unnecessary apologies
  • Transitioning from do-it-all worker to strategic leader
  • Prioritizing self-care
  • Embracing lifelong self-improvement

Her story proves that with determination and purpose, success is possible.

Tune in to hear Theresa’s thoughts on:

  • Your life story from destitute teenager on her own to owner of a successful business is out of the ordinary. What was key to your success?
  • What propelled you to starting your own business?
  • What was a pivotal moment in growing your business?
  • What are some of the ways that you bootstrapped your business to attract clients?
  • You talk about a horizontal business model – where did that come from and what does that mean?
  • How do you move through the stages of doing everything yourself, to pulling away and becoming the strategic thinker?
  • Where can women entrepreneurs find supporters who can serve as unofficial advisors?
  • How can women overcome imposter syndrome and self-doubt?
  • And much, much more!

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Breaking Through the Noise: Maximizing LinkedIn and Personalized Branding With Jason Zygadlo

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on December 12, 2024

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Ready to take your brand to the next level?

Jason Zygadlo from Build Your Own Brand spills his insider secrets to conquering LinkedIn and standing out like never before.

Discover how to craft a profile that demands attention, build connections that matter, and use personalized videos to leave an unforgettable impression.

This episode is your ultimate guide to breaking through the noise and skyrocketing your personal brand.

If you’re ready to make waves and boost your engagement, you can’t afford to miss this!

Tune in to hear Jason’s thoughts on:

  • What are the key strategies you recommend for building meaningful connections on LinkedIn, especially for professionals new to networking?
  • How can individuals take the initiative to connect with industry leaders and engage in conversations that lead to long-term professional relationships?
  • What are the most important elements of a LinkedIn profile that professionals should focus on to attract recruiters and potential collaborators?
  • How can personalized videos help professionals differentiate themselves in a crowded marketplace, and what are some examples of this done effectively?
  • In what ways do personalized videos enhance connection with your audience, and how can professionals ensure that these videos come across as authentic and genuine?
  • What strategies can professionals use to create videos that engage their audience, leave a lasting impression, and increase recall?
  • And much, much more!

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How YOU Can Be a Ninja Entrepreneur, With Dennis Stearns

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on December 10, 2024

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Get ready to level up your entrepreneurial game!

Dennis Stearns, author of Ninja Entrepreneurs, reveals the secrets to becoming an extraordinary entrepreneur. Through captivating interviews, powerful stories, and actionable advice, Dennis breaks down what it takes to stand out and succeed in today’s competitive world.

Want to know what’s holding you back?

Ready to turn setbacks into steppingstones?

This conversation is packed with insights to help you uncover your inner Ninja Entrepreneur and take your business to the next level. Don’t miss it!

Tune in to hear Dennis’ thoughts on:

  • Tell us about your background.
  • What IS a Ninja Entrepreneur?
  • What sets your top ten Ninja Entrepreneurs apart from your bottom ten?
  • Walk us through what changes people can make to take the first step to becoming a Ninja Entrepreneur. How can they evaluate themselves and their businesses? What can they do to make these changes?
  • What AREN’T most people doing? Where are they getting it wrong? How do they fix it?
  • And much, much more!

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Find Dennis Stearns newest book, Ninja Entrepreneurs, on Amazon. Coming soon to Audible!
https://www.amazon.com/Ninja-Entrepreneurs-Business-Achieve-Multipliers/dp/B0CV5X9RFG

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Turning Innovation Into a Science, With Tony Ulwick

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on December 5, 2024

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Meet Tony Ulwick, a trailblazer in the world of innovation. As CEO of the consulting powerhouse Strategyn, Tony is the mastermind behind the groundbreaking Outcome-Driven Innovation® (ODI) process. For 30 years, his method has transformed giants like Coca-Cola, Amazon, IBM, and Abbott, proving that innovation isn’t just about luck—it’s about strategy.

Tony’s journey began on IBM’s ill-fated PCjr project, a costly misstep that inspired him to rethink how products are developed. Determined to solve this challenge, he created ODI, a proven system that empowers companies to consistently design products that people truly need. His very first success? Helping Cordis Corporation develop the revolutionary stent, which became the fastest-growing medical device in history.

Tony’s influence in the innovation space rivals legends like Nolan Bushnell of Atari and Kevin Harrington of Shark Tank. Plus, he’s made ODI open-source, offering invaluable insights to anyone eager to master the art of product development.

This episode is a can’t-miss dive into the science of innovation, straight from one of the best in the business.

Tune in to hear Tony’s thoughts on:

  • What is Outcome-Driven Innovation and why Tony decided to make it open-source
  • How to take the guesswork out of Innovation and product development
  • Reducing the risk of innovation by taking a needs-first approach instead of brainstorming
  • What IBM, Amazon and Intel can teach smaller businesses about product innovation
  • And much, much more!

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Get free download of Tony’s best-selling book “Jobs-to-be-Done: Theory To Practice” jobs-to-be-done-book.com

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Bottom Line for Businesses? Don’t Sacrifice Profits for Growth, Manny Skevofilax

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on December 3, 2024

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Anyone who wants to grow their business needs to keep making a profit in the equation. Steep growth and no profits as a long-term strategy is a myth. An eye on steady growth — and steady profits — ensures the business will thrive, and there are simple steps to execute, that anyone can follow.

Huge organizations (like Uber) with plenty of outside funding may be able to choose growth over profits while their investors have the patience to ride the wave. But for most businesses, that’s the wrong approach — and can shorten the lifespan of a business.

Entrepreneurs and bootstrappers can harness a simple methodology to support profits as well as growth.

As banker and business consultant Manny Skevofilax notes, it’s not explosive growth that makes a business, it’s steady growth along with steady profits.

He’s helped many enterprises chart a course for prioritizing both — with simple but powerful steps.

Tune in to hear Manny’s thoughts on:

  • What inspired you to write this book?
  • What do you mean by realistic goal setting?
  • What are some of the lessons that you learned working with large companies that you now share with your small business clients?
  • What does it mean for you to sustainably grow a business?
  • What do you think is a common mistake businesses make when trying to grow?
  • Why are consistent profits so important to a small business?
  • How fast can I grow my business?
  • And much, much more!

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Trailblazing Marketing and Media, With Peter Murphy Lewis

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on November 26, 2024

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Join us as we take you behind the scenes of Peter Murphy Lewis’s career. In this episode, Peter shares the adventures that have shaped his path, from his roots in Kansas to his ventures in Latin America.

Peter has launched successful companies in various industries and connected with audiences through his popular TV show, “Aquí Te Las Traigo Peter.” He will reveal his strategies for driving growth, insights into the transformative power of AI-powered automation, and sneak peeks into his exciting upcoming projects.

You’ll hear stories of resilience, creativity, and innovation, along with practical takeaways for entrepreneurs and innovators looking to blaze their own trails.

It’s going to be an inspiring ride!

Tune in to hear Peter’s thoughts on:

  • Can you share a bit about your early life in Kansas and what inspired you to venture into the diverse fields you have explored?
  • What motivated you to move to Latin America, and what were some of the initial challenges you faced there?
  • You’ve launched several successful companies across different industries. Can you tell us about one of your most challenging and rewarding ventures?
  • What are some key growth hacking strategies that have consistently worked for you in scaling businesses?
  • How do you see AI-powered automation transforming industries, and what are some practical examples of its impact in your work?
  • Your TV show, “Aquí Te Las Traigo Peter,” was a huge success. What was the inspiration behind it, and can you share a memorable moment from the show?
  • What are some of the most important lessons you’ve learned throughout your career that you believe are crucial for aspiring entrepreneurs?
  • And much, much more!

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EVs Are Essential. But Are Visionaries in the Driver’s Seat? With Ken Boyer

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on November 19, 2024

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Elon Musk may make the most noise, but he’s not the only one shaping the future of EVs. Along with the CEO of American stalwart GM and the leaders of Ceer and Monolith is a restless billionaire who may be the Vietnamese version of Musk. Their breakthroughs and struggles are the focus of a new book by an EV, automobile and supply chain expert.

The success of EVs is a tricky balancing act — from consumer reluctance to supply chain and production headaches, and each of these visionaries has their own solutions. And if the future of the planet may literally depend on carbon-free transportation, then our world rests on their shoulders.

Ken Boyer discusses the future of EVs and the five visionaries leading the charge. What they do next will help shape the fate of our planet. But what’s driving them — a hunger for profits, a desire to green the world, or both — and will they succeed?

Tune in to hear Ken’s thoughts on:

  • Who is leading the charge in the electric vehicle revolution?
  • Can EVs be affordable to the mass market and better for the environment?
  • How can existing automakers fend off the challenge from Chinese companies?
  • Are we trading one problem – use of fossil fuels – for another – use of rare earth metals for batteries?
  • Will technology improve to make EVs more palatable?
  • What role does government play in the EV revolution?
  • And much, much more!

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Evaluating Any Tech Org—No Coding Required | Insights from a Veteran Leader, With Douglas Squirrel

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on November 12, 2024

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Do your tech advisors – everyone involved in delivering a technical solution, including developers, data scientists, product managers, testers, and the like – grasp the needs of your organization or one you might consider acquiring or investing in?

Where is your tech strategy strong?

Where does it need improvement?

Is your investment in salaries and equipment paying off, or is your money disappearing into a bottomless pit?

Douglas Squirrel coaches business teams on how to create and align on goals, discard good ideas that don’t fit the strategy, and deliver high-impact, customer-visible results.

Tune in to hear Douglas’ thoughts on:

  • How can you know whether those expensive software engineers you have are really worth their eye-watering salaries?
  • Is IT just a cost center or can you actually make a profit from it?
  • Everyone loves to blame software bugs for bad service. Should we just accept that tech is always going to screw things up?
  • Tech folks always say they’re “agile”, but it seems to take forever to get anything done. How can we get better results faster?
  • Is AI going to make programmers obsolete?
  • Can engineers really learn to speak customers’ language and understand what they need?
  • And much, much more!

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Mastering Financial Strategy: Cash Flow, Profitability, and Growth, With Ahuva Gruen

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on November 5, 2024

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In this episode, we’re joined by Ahuva Gruen, a seasoned Fractional CFO and CPA with over 20 years of experience in financial strategy.

Ahuva will share her expertise on maximizing profitability through profit analysis, effective cash flow management, and strategic growth planning. She’ll provide actionable advice on how business leaders can optimize their finances, make informed decisions, and achieve sustainable growth.

Listeners will learn practical tools and strategies to enhance their financial stability, target the most profitable areas of their business, and plan for long-term success.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help elevate your business to new heights.

Tune in to hear Ahuva’s thoughts on:

  • What are some key strategies that businesses can use to analyze their profitability by location or service, and how can this information guide their decision-making and resource allocation?
  • Can you share some practical tips on how businesses can manage their expenses effectively without compromising on quality? How does effective cost management contribute to overall profitability?
  • What are the most common mistakes you see businesses make when it comes to cash flow management, and what strategies can they implement to improve their cash flow forecasting and credit management?
  • When evaluating new revenue streams or potential growth opportunities, what factors should business leaders consider to ensure these initiatives are financially viable and align with their long-term goals?
  • How important is it for businesses to regularly assess their Return on Investment (ROI) when pursuing growth initiatives, and what tools or methods can they use to make these assessments accurately?
  • And much, much more!

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