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Master Supply Chain Management with These 5 Scuba Diving Techniques, With Art Koch

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on February 20, 2025

What does scuba diving have to do with solving the biggest problems in supply chain management?

A lot more than you might think!

In this episode, we’re joined by Art Koch, a top supply chain transformation consultant, to explore how the principles of diving—like having a solid buddy system, staying calm under pressure, and planning every move with precision—offer the perfect metaphor for fixing broken supply chains.

From inventory bloat to inefficient processes and dwindling customer loyalty, traditional supply chain strategies barely scratch the surface of real solutions.

But Art discovered a game-changing approach—not in a boardroom, but in the deep, quiet waters of the ocean.

If you’re ready to resurface with fresh strategies and a new perspective on supply chain success, don’t miss this episode!

Tune in to hear Art’s thoughts on:

  • What is the biggest problem facing SCM (Supply Chain Management) organizations?
  • What is the biggest misunderstanding many organization have about SCM?
  • Why is Inventory Evil?
  • What are two critical KPI ( Key Performance Indicators) of SCM that are not obvious?
  • What is the main premise of The Supply Chain Revolution?
  • What are Entropy Busters?
  • Why the link to scuba diving and SCM?
  • And much, much more!

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Scaling High-Performance Teams: The Overlooked Strategy, With Tiffany Houser

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on February 18, 2025

Small hinges swing big doors, yet many founders focus only on the door—overlooking the key mechanisms that drive real growth. This often leads to feelings of imposter syndrome or struggles with leading high-level teams.

In this episode, we’re joined by leadership expert Tiffany Houser to explore a crucial yet often-ignored strategy for scaling successfully. You’ll discover how to create alignment, drive performance, and build authentic relationships with your leadership team and investors.

If you’re ready to step into your role as a powerful leader and scale with intention, this episode is for you!

Tune in to hear Tiffany’s thoughts on:

  • What are some of the biggest challenges founders face when transitioning from product-focused roles to leading a high-performance team, or leading a leadership team?
  • Why do some founders struggle to manage diverse personalities within their leadership teams, and what they can do to address it?
  • What shifts in mindset are valuable for founders who want to lead their leadership teams effectively as their companies grow?
  • How can founders strengthen relationships with their leadership teams and investors to create a collaborative, high-impact environment?
  • What are some often-overlooked strategies that help founders develop the clarity and influence needed to ensure their talent and leadership teams are developing as the company scales?
  • And much, much more!

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Unlock Your Brilliance: Fun Strategies to Grow Your Business, With Kimberly Crowe

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on February 13, 2025

In this episode, Kimberly Crowe, award-winning international speaker and founder of Speakers Playhouse and Entrepreneurs Rocket Fuel, shares how to unlock your brilliance and thrive in business by blending fun, energy, and actionable strategies.

Kimberly’s unique approach empowers entrepreneurs, coaches, and business leaders to grow their businesses by tapping into their passion and purpose.

She’ll dive into practical tips for audience engagement, building collaborative communities, and using speaking opportunities to amplify your impact.

If you’re ready to win at the game of business while having fun doing what you love, this episode is for you!

Tune in to hear Kimberly’s thoughts on:

  • Your motto is, “If it’s not fun, it’s not worth doing.” How did that philosophy shape your journey from the corporate world to becoming a successful entrepreneur?
  • You help entrepreneurs unlock their brilliance and thrive. What are the first steps someone should take to discover and leverage their unique brilliance and passion?
  • You’re known for combining fun and energy with practical strategies. How can business owners bring more joy and playfulness into their work while still driving results?
  • What role has speaking played in your success, and how can entrepreneurs use speaking opportunities to grow their businesses?
  • Tell us about your platforms, like Speakers Playhouse and Entrepreneurs Rocket Fuel. How do they help business owners connect, collaborate, and grow?
  • What are some common mistakes entrepreneurs make when trying to scale their businesses, and how can they avoid them?
  • And much, much more!

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Join Kimberly at Speakers Playhouse; a free, high-energy, gamified weekly online event where speakers and show hosts connect, collaborate, and find speaking opportunities. It’s the perfect place for entrepreneurs, coaches, and speakers who want to amplify their message and grow their visibility. Come experience the fun, energy, and magic for yourself!
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Unlock Your Hiring Potential, With Ryan Englin

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on February 11, 2025

Join Ryan Englin, a leader in blue-collar hiring and retention, as he brings fresh, actionable insights to tackle age-old recruitment challenges.

With over a decade of experience and a proven approach to hiring, Ryan empowers small and medium-sized businesses to attract and retain top talent.

His engaging, story-driven style will leave you energized and equipped with strategies you can apply immediately.

Don’t miss this chance to revolutionize your hiring process with Ryan’s innovative perspective and passion for helping businesses thrive.

Tune in to hear Ryan’s thoughts on:

  • How fishing taught him to recruit better employees
  • Attracting & hiring rock star employees
  • Authentic interviewing
  • Solving your employee retention issues
  • And much, much more!

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Financial Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting for Startups, With Eric Fiegoli

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on February 6, 2025

Financial planning can make or break a startup, yet many founders struggle to create a clear roadmap for sustainable growth.

In this episode, we sit down with Eric Fiegoli, co-founder of Exbo Group, to break down the essentials of budgeting, forecasting, and financial strategy for early-stage businesses.

Whether you’re launching your first venture or scaling a growing business, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you take control of your financial future.

Tune in to hear Eric’s thoughts on:

  • What are the biggest financial mistakes startups make, and how can they avoid them?
  • How can founders create a realistic budget that supports growth without overspending?
  • What’s the difference between budgeting and forecasting, and why do both matter?
  • How often should startups revisit their financial plans to stay on track?
  • What tools or strategies can help early-stage companies manage their finances more effectively?
  • And much, much more!

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Uncover How To Inspire And Influence Your Team, With Kash Rocheleau

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on February 4, 2025

What does it take to truly inspire and influence your team?

In this episode, Kash Rocheleau dives deep into the secrets of effective leadership, exploring how to motivate your team, build trust, and create a culture of collaboration.

Whether you’re leading a startup or managing a seasoned crew, this conversation will leave you with actionable insights to elevate your leadership game and drive meaningful results.

Don’t miss out on Kash’s expert advice for becoming the leader your team needs!

Tune in to hear Kash’s thoughts on:

  • How did you get where you are today?
  • What motivates you?
  • What should young women with drive do to gain traction in upward mobility?
  • What is your approach to making big picture decision?
  • How to influence and inspire your team?
  • And much, much more!

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Signs Your Organization’s Culture Needs to Change, With Laura Hamill

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on January 30, 2025

Many organizations struggle to understand how their culture impacts employees and business goals.

Leaders often overlook how their actions influence culture or how to tackle cultural challenges effectively.

Yet, a positive culture can inspire, unite, and drive purpose, while a toxic culture leads to poor results and high attrition—MIT/Sloan found it’s the top predictor of employee turnover.

Drawing from her HR leadership and research expertise, Laura Hamill shares how to:

  1. Align aspirational and experienced culture.
  2. Recognize leadership’s role in shaping culture.
  3. Foster a human-centric workplace.
  4. Build a consistent, positive culture across the organization.

Tune in to hear Laura’s thoughts on:

  • Why did you want to write this book?
  • What is organizational culture and why is it so hard for so many companies to get right?
  • What happens when organizations aren’t intentional about culture?
  • Why did you call your book “Power of Culture?”
  • What are some of the mistakes you see leaders making when it comes to culture?
  • Why is it important to connect strategic objectives with culture?
  • What is cultural betrayal?
  • Why are you still optimistic about organizational culture, even though it is so challenging?
  • And much, much more!

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Boost Leads, Sales, and Revenue with Google Ads, With John Horn

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on January 28, 2025

Are you ready to supercharge your B2B marketing strategy?

Join Google Ads expert John Horn as he shares actionable strategies to drive more leads, boost sales, and maximize revenue.

Whether you’re new to Google Ads or looking to refine your existing campaigns, this episode offers insider tips on targeting the right audience, optimizing for maximum ROI, and leveraging data to enhance ad performance.

Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your B2B advertising game with proven techniques and expert insights!

Tune in to hear John’s thoughts on:

  • What makes Google Ads an effective tool for generating leads and sales for B2B businesses compared to other platforms?
  • Can you explain the key differences between running Google Ads for B2B businesses versus B2C?
  • What are some common mistakes B2B business owners make when using Google Ads, and how can they avoid them?
  • How can businesses effectively identify and target the right audience through Google Ads?
  • What are some best practices for optimizing a Google Ads campaign to maximize ROI?
  • How can B2B businesses use keywords strategically to ensure their ads reach high-intent prospects?
  • Can you share any examples or success stories where a B2B business significantly boosted revenue using Google Ads?
  • What role does tracking and analytics play in improving the performance of Google Ads campaigns?
  • What advice would you give to a business just starting out with Google Ads to ensure they see measurable results?
  • Are there any upcoming trends or tools within Google Ads that businesses should be aware of to stay competitive?
  • And much, much more!

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Early-Stage Fundraising in a Challenging Market, With Kevin White

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on January 21, 2025

Get ready for an inspiring and actionable conversation with Kevin White, a finance powerhouse specializing in growth, restructuring, and analytics across industries like education, software, and e-commerce.

From mastering venture capital strategies to equipping CFOs with the right tools and preparing for acquisitions, Kevin knows how to navigate the financial landscape of startups at every stage.

But here’s the twist: his entrepreneurial journey was sparked while teaching in a New York prison!

Don’t miss this episode packed with insider tips, incredible stories, and game-changing strategies for startup success.

Tune in to hear Kevin’s thoughts on:

  • Early-stage fundraising in a challenging market.
  • What does it take to be a good CFO at an early-stage company?
  • Building a scalable software company.
  • Preparing for an acquisition.
  • And much, much more!

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Exploring Inward, With Sam Parrotto

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on January 14, 2025

Ready to break free from limiting patterns and unlock your true potential?

Join veteran facilitation and inner work expert Sam Parrotto as she dives into the transformative power of disrupting internal programming, overcoming self-protection mechanisms, and taming the ego.

Learn how these inner shifts can pave the way for greater professional success and personal fulfillment.

This episode is your guide to embracing self-discovery and stepping into a more empowered version of yourself!

Tune in to hear Sam’s thoughts on:

  • Where does someone who wants more in their life start to disrupt their patterns, habits and unconscious programming?
  • What does it mean to be strong and vulnerable at the same time?
  • Why is looking for what’s wrong within the Self a misleading path for true growth?
  • How can someone spend less time doing,more time being, and feel more fulfilled?
  • How do you work with people in your life to more directly communicate?
  • How can someone create more successful relationships by overcoming internal blindspots that prevent direct communication?
  • What are the different experiential lenses that people see through?
  • What are the 5 core needs?
  • How can organizations be profitable and empower their people to be more human?
  • And much, much more!

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