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Steve Cocco is retired from the FBI and now works as the Chief Intelligence Officer at Windom Security. Lindsay and Steve discuss strategy that keeps you and your employees safe in the case of workplace violence.

In this Episode:

- What are Steve Cocco's areas of expertise?

- What are the best plans for violence in the workplace?

- What sized companies need to make violence prevention plans?

- What should small companies do in the case of an active shooter?

- Why every employee needs to know their role during a violent situation

- How often should you practice or revise your plan? 

- Does violence normally happen internally or from the outside?

- Is there a way to be proactive to prevent acts of violence?

- Which places are more vulnerable?

- Advice from Steve Cocco

- What is Steve Cocco's background with the FBI?

- What did the security space look like 10 years ago?

- What tech should we know about?

Connect with Steve and Windom Security: 

Website: https://www.windomsecurity.com

Twitter: @SecurityStrateg

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevecocco

On this episode Lindsay speaks with Jim Stevens of M3 Commercial Moving and Logistics. They discuss some of the best practices to keep employees happy and there for the long haul!

In This Episode:

- Who is Jim Stevens and what does he do?

- Team building exercises

- What do you get out of doing team building events?

- What is the 'Pump It Up for the Community' event?

- Receiving an award from the Phoenix Business Journal

- What is it like being new to Arizona?

- What does Jim do in his free time?

- How does Jim develop his practices?

- Who are Jim Stevens' mentors?

- What is there philanthropic involvements?

- Employee trip to Rocky Point

- Partnering with Nike

- What is M3 Commercial Moving and Logistics core values?

- What to look for in top talent

- What do they do to extend learning or improve retention?

Connect with Jim:

Website: https://www.camelbackmoving.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/camelbackmoving/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-stevens-29915718/

In this episode, Lindsay speaks with James Goodnow who specializes in bridging generation gaps in the workplace. He gives advice to local business owners who are looking to gain a competitive edge.

In this Episode:

- What can you learn from the book, "Motivating Millennials"?

- How does James implement what he's learned into his everyday practices?

- Advice for leaders

- Who are James Goodnow's mentors?

- Why does his firm have an competitive edge?

- Economic Forecast for Arizona

- How does Fennemore Craig show corporate social responsibility? 

- Publications and tools that can help bridge the generation gaps

- Why you shouldn't write off a whole generation

- What does James Goodnow do in his free time?

- What are his favorite restaurants?

- What makes him different than his competition?

- How should other local leaders help their own brand?

Connect with James Goodnow:

Website: https://www.fclaw/people/attorneys/e-j/goodnow-james

Twitter: @JamesGoodnow

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesgoodnow/

Adam Goodman gives tips on having a winning work culture, team building strategies and what is the Valley Leadership Group. Also, learn about what exactly conscience capitalism is and how it can help you grow a thriving business!

Show Notes:

- Who is Adam Goodman?

- What is Conscious Capitalism?

- How Goodmans Interior Structures Implements Conscious Capitalism

- How is Adam Involved in Philanthropy?

- What Does It Take to Have a Winning Culture?

- Team Building Strategy

- What is Goodmans Interior Structures Purpose?

- Is Goodmans Interior Structures Hiring?

- How Does Goodmans share their brand?

- What is on Adam's "Must Read" List?

- Advice For Those Starting in a Professional Career

- Adam's Role Models

- How Does Goodmans Measure Their Employees?

- How Does Goodmans Handle Retention?

- What is the Valley Leadership Group?

Connect with Adam and Goodmans Interior Structures:

Website: https://www.goodmans.com

https://www.dogoodersaz.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoodmansInteriorStructures

Instagram: @goodmansgoodstuff

Twitter: @goodmangoodguy

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamkgoodman

It's time to learn more about life coaches and how to utilize them to help you in your personal and professional life!

Show Notes:

- What is a sports life coach?

- What is it like to have a life coach?

- What should you look for in a life coach?

- What is the "step" tool?

- What is a 10 moment?

- Tips for time and energy management

- At what point in your life is a life coach beneficial?

- What is the difference between a life coach and a counselor?

- How will you know when you're ready to hire a life coach?

Connect with Jane:

Website: https://www.pattersonsportsventures.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jane-cebrynski

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-cebrynski

If you're shooting your next commercial or film project in Arizona, Phil Bradstock is the man to talk to! Learn more about what he does for the city of Phoenix, his background in film, and advice for those who are trying to make it in the film industry.

Show Notes:

- What does Phil Bradstock do for the city of Phoenix?

- What brought him back to Phoenix from Hollywood?

- Who is coming out to Arizona to film?

- Does Arizona have tax incentives for filming?

- Stories from working in the film industry

- How has the film industry changed?

- What should you know when filming in Arizona?

- How can we help film students in Arizona?

- Advice for those who are trying to make it in the film industry

- Surprising facts about Arizona

- Can you find work in film in Arizona?

- Phil Bradstock's favorite movies and tv shows

- How does Netflix influence consumers?

- What are tips for getting a job in film?

- How should someone go about filming their first commercial?

- Celebrities he has met while working in film

Connect with Phil Bradstock:

Website: https://www.filmphoenix.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/phil.bradstock

Twitter: @filmphoenix

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philbradstock/

Lindsay and Angela discuss F.A.B.R.I.C. and how they are making a mark on the Arizona fashion industry. Learn more about getting involved through volunteer work or a business opportunity. Find out some inside information on what you don't know about the Arizona fashion world!

Show Notes: 

- What is F.A.B.R.I.C.?

- How has the Arizona fashion industry grown?

- What other individuals are involved with F.A.B.R.I.C.?

- What fashion show do they put on and what can you expect?

- How can people get involved and help with the fashion show?

- What is included within the F.A.B.R.I.C. space?

- What advice would Angel Johnson give someone interested in the fashion industry?

- What are some local Arizona companies that deserve more attention?

- How can you get an internship with F.A.B.R.I.C.?

- Angela Johnson blogs and book recommendations

- What is the creative model when needing to manufacture clothes?

- Surprising facts about the Arizona fashion industry

- What resources does F.A.B.R.I.C. have?

- Has the valley changed?

- What events are coming up for F.A.B.R.I.C.?

Connect with Angela and F.A.B.R.I.C.:

Website: https://www.fabrictempe.com

Website to donate: https://www.AZapparelfoundation.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FABRICTempe/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FabricTempe/

Twitter: @fabrictempe

Angela's Website: https://www.angelajohnsondesigns.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tshirtballgown

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelajohnsondesign/

Twitter: @TshirtBallgown

Lindsay sits down with Ron Sites, the President and CEO of Fighter Country Partnership. Lindsay and Ron discuss what Fighter Country Partnership does for Luke Air Force Base, how to get involved, and how companies can support the military who come off the base.

Show Notes:

- What is Fighter Country Partnership?

- How many people are involved with FCP?

- How can employers in Arizona help air force veterans?

- How can Arizona civilians get involved with Luke Air Force Base?

- What are the key initiatives of Fighter Country Partnership?

- What is capital funding?

- Why is it to get involved in capital funding?

- What goods or services should I donate to air force bases?

- When is the Luke Air Force Base air show?

- Surprising facts about Luke Air Force Base

- What is the honorary commander program?

Connect with Ron and Fighter Country Partnership:

Website: https://www.fightercountry.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FighterCountryPartnership

Twitter: @fightercountry

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-sites-b284283/

Lindsay and Dan Noma Jr sit down and discuss companies like Zillow changing the Phoenix real estate market and what that means for you and your real estate agent. Find out more about how Phoenix is evolving, the Amazon effect, and buyer trends. 

Show Notes:

- Who is Dan Noma Jr?

- Are companies like Zillow helpful to the community?

- How competitive is it for someone to buy a home in Phoenix?

- Is there a lot of investors trying to buy houses in large quantity in Arizona?

- Are individuals renting or buying?

- How does Phoenix stack up against other markets?

- Advice for people who are new to Arizona

- Tips for buying a house in Arizona

- Do people still feel the need to hire a real estate professional?

- Is there any platforms you use for information that you would recommend?

- How did Dan Noma get involved in commercial real estate?

- How many employees does Dan Noma work with?

- Tips for entrepreneurs growing their business

- How is Amazon disrupting real estate?

- How has the valley changed?

Connect with Dan Noma Jr.:

Website: https://www.venturerei.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1076479896

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomajr.dan

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/DanNomaJr

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-noma-31a54543/

Lindsay and Jake Logan, the President and CEO of Arizona Charter Schools Association, discuss K12 schools, why your child with thrive in Arizona schools, how to help the schools in the community, how they are preparing the future workforce, and more information on charter schools.

Show Notes:

- What is Arizona Charter Schools Association?

- School of choice, what does that mean?

- What should parents look for when selecting a school?

- What are some fun things to do in Arizona?

- What ways can you get involved in education?

- What platforms are there to help schools?

- How are you preparing the future workforce?

- How does Jake Logan invision K12 progressing in the next few years

- Best ways to network

- What would you tell your past self?

- Are there opportunities in teaching for those without a certified teaching degree?

- How do you create a charter school?

- How are charter schools funded?

Connect with Jake Logan and Arizona Charter Schools Association:

Website: https://www.azcharters.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AZCharters/

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/in/arizona-charter-schools-association-99b17559/