Learn more about Laura at: https://glindagroup.com/

Highlights include:

💡 The courage to walk away: Why Laura and her co-founder turned down a massive client—and what they gained.

🔄 From rivals to collaborators: How trust turned competition into a game-changing partnership.

🧠 Why culture is performance infrastructure: Laura explains why investing in team dynamics isn’t a “nice-to-have”—it’s business-critical.

🧭 Leadership without titles: How everyday choices shape team culture more than org charts ever could.

🌍 Volunteering and humility: Laura shares how working with refugees reshaped her view of leadership, resilience, and humanity.

Packed with practical insight, personal stories, and powerful reframes, this episode is a masterclass in designing work—and life—that aligns with who you are.

"When people are involved, things get complicated. But that’s exactly where the magic happens." — Laura Martin

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Show Notes with timestamps

👧 [01:53] Growing up in rural Minnesota: big dreams about entrepreneurship from her six years.

🎯 [04:18] Her epiphany in highschool: growing career in corporate, then later in startups.

👩‍💼 [07:30] Choose your adventure: being curious and choosing interesting areas of business.

🔑 [09:34] Cooperating is the key: creating Product of the Year in 2017 with Jordan Birnbaum.

‼️ [13:54] It takes courage to choose your vision over big revenue: don't sacrifice your peace of mind serving clients that are not aligned with you.

‼️😇 [17:32] Leader development challenges: solving problems crafting messages, team and culture performance in organisations.

⚠️ [21:58] When people are not interested in the work, or caring enough: Business thrives when workers are happy.

😍 [23:08] Her volunteering in mediation: now working with refugees and immigrants.

🥅 [27:15] Don't underestimate the importance of the human experience at work.

⚡ [28:24] Sense of adventure makes Laura tick: looking forward to exciting things in life.

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Learn more about Josh at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuabrucewilson/   and tune into his podcast at: https://www.youtube.com/@TheInvestorRelationsPodcast

💡 01:52 Early inspirations and career aspirations.

🆔 05:39 The impact of public service on identity.

🎙️ 10:52 The power of podcasting and human connection.

🤝 17:35 The Importance of encouragement and community.

📓 21:25 The power of LinkedIn as a platform for building community.

🙏 26:16 Faith and identity: a personal journey.

🎯 34:21 Finding joy and purpose in helping others.

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⚖️ [01:20] Arlene’s career journey: From law school to spiritual transformation.
💡 [04:31] The moment Arlene realized law wasn’t her soul’s path.
🌊 [06:28] Healing through coaching and spiritual exploration.
🌿 [07:49] What is a soul reading? Arlene demystifies the practice.
✨ [12:20] How Arlene combines logic and intuition to guide clients.
🌬️ [16:52] Practical Tips for Stress Management.
🌳 [18:10] Grounding visualization: Become a tree.
🧠 [20:57]How deep listening transforms relationships.
💞 [23:44] “They might not remember what you said, but how you made them feel.”
🎵 [26:20] Arlene’s personal rituals: Yoga, nature, music, and community.

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Learn More about Paige at: https://www.mavensandmoguls.com and https://www.linkedin.com/in/paigearnoffenn/

💎 [02:15] Paige’s Journey to Branding: Your brand is your promise to the world.

💦 [06:30] The importance of clarity and consistency in branding: defying the brand's core message.

😇 [10:45] Why being authentic isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a necessity for connection and trust. 
⚡ [15:20]  The power of storytelling in marketing and how to amplify your unique narratives.

🤓 [20:50] Strategies for building an authentic presence on platforms like Instagram and LinkedIn.

✅ [25:35] The pitfalls of overcomplicating a brand’s message and how to simplify without losing impact.

🔑 [30:10] Why collaboration is a key driver of growth and innovation in branding.

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Learn More About Andrea at: https://fortunaliving.org/

Check her Podcast at: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOXVyRuGZ1H4YPS_ADDC2NT3czSdwcLZI&si=GL3f8pPyKB3P-oOc

4:31🩺 Her health crisis as catalyst for change.

11:49 ☣ The role of spirituality in healing.

21:24 ⚙️ All the different tools she uses during hypnotherapy.

24:10 🧠 How our brain and our subconscious mind protect us.

35:13😴 Magical Audios: 7-day self-hypnosis programs.

39:38 ✨ Mindful Consumption: the importance of filtering what you allow into your mind.

41:51 🎞️ What makes Andrea tick: enjoying the flashes of her memories. 

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👩‍👧‍👦 [03:22]Humble Beginnings: Herman was raised by a single mother of six, and the strength that shaped his values.

📖 [05:17]The power of education and the responsibility of showing up for others.

🎓 [06:33] Growing up through desegregation and going to college.

👥 [13:57] Life in the army where he met his wife 

🏖️  [19:17] Family First: Always made time for vacations, family memories, and being present.

💔 [20:23] The loss of his wife & living with gratitude the strength of their final conversations.

🪑 [22:42] Board service isn’t just a title—it’s about using your position to create opportunity for others.

🌍 [26:25] Hernan reflects on how America is perceived abroad—and the importance of democratic resilience.

💞  [28:56] The power of authentic connection: Networking is transactional, connecting is relational. 

🧘‍♂️ [31:40]Drawing strength from legacy, faith, and his wife’s encouragement to keep making an impact.

🌅 [32:47]  Finding light through grief:Remembering his mother’s strength.

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😇 [01:25]  Erin always wanted to feel safe and financially secure. 

💸 [03:50] Childhood money struggles and craving "safety: poverty consciousness mindset.

👩‍💼 [07:00] Her journey from medical, then financial planning to family business: systemizing chaos. 

💰 [10:30] Self-developing journey: money issue is a worldwide issue, and women are not seeking support in money management.

🎙️ [15:29] Podcast Your Money, Your Rules: Redefining success and guilt-free wealth.

⚡ [18:56] Money can’t make you happy: fulfilling is inner work and it is not tied to money.

☀️ [24:02] Women usually have issues with receiving: let’s work on the practice of receiving. 

☯️ [27:02] Human Design system: understanding our bodies and how energy moves.

🤓 [29:55] Finding ease vs head energy: what belief systems are driving you?

🤾‍♀️ [35:02] Adults should play more: connecting to nature and to your body.

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👨‍🏫 [01:32] Rob’s origin story is fueled by a passion for connecting with students.: being a teenage drumming teacher and evolving into an educator.

🤕 [05:19] The car accident that changed everything: how physical trauma led him to martial arts, Tai Chi, and Qigong as healing tools.

☯️ [10:11] Rob’s approach to reducing classroom stress: Kung fu and Qigong in class for kids, teachers, and even parents - balance is needed for all.

🎓 [16:51] Rob’s critique of standardized education: There are unmeasurable types of intelligence that are very important.

☮️ [21:31] Stressed teachers create stressed students—and why supporting educators is the first step.

🧠 [24:44] Teachers are not trained to work with ADHD kids: the system forces them to sit still for 7 hours and breath; movement and focus can fix this.

😮‍💨 [30:56] Teach kids diaphragmatic breathing to self-regulate (e.g., "Inhale for 4, exhale for 8").

💎 [33:28] Connection makes him tick, and if we connect teachers and students to their bodies, the changes will be amazing.

Resources Mentioned:

• Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences.
• Thomas Merton (contemplative monk bridging Christianity and Zen).
• ‘ADHD Refocused’ book by David Sitt

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Links and resources: 
Website: www.agikeramidas.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/agikeramidas
Book: www.amazon.com/dp/B0DLX43VN4 and free digital copy: www.subscribepage.io/88bookfree

Show notes timestamps:

🇬🇷 [02:25] Growing up in Greece and the road to rediscovery: Agi became a dentist because of his mom, but this was not his passion. 
🇬🇧 [08:02] Moving to the UK and his big decision to follow his inner flow. 

🦷 [13:50] His master’s degree in dentistry didn’t bring him happiness: discovering personal development in his 40s, public speaking, and podcasting. 

😇 [20:10] Self-doubt is a normal human feeling: take action to get feedback on the value you provide.

📙 [24:40] Agi’s book 88 Actionable Insights for Life: the importance of a morning routine, writing down your life purpose and understanding why people avoid it.

⚡ [30:31] The power of conversations for writing a book.

🎁 [32:48] Personal Development Mastery podcast and free digital copy of Agi’s book.

🎙️ [35:12] Conversations with people are what make Agi tick: the power of inspiration, connection, and community.

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Links:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lawannabradford
LeWanna’s TV Shows: https://lawannabradford.com/streaming
Web: www.lawannabradford.com

👩🏽‍🦱 [01:58] LeWanna's childhood dream was to be a cardiologist: her early career in statistics, government, and business consulting.

😁 [05:59] The importance of finding joy and meaning in your work: A paycheck is not enough, but enjoying growth is.

👩🏽‍💼 [08:41] Private vs government work: taking the waves of change, and balancing risks.

🥇 [11:40]  LeWanna's philanthropic journey and receiving the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award: finding who you are and what you want to feel well.

😇 [15:35] Deep-seated issues in this country and in the world: we have more power - let’s shape the narrative.

📺 [17:36] LeWanna’s TV shows: interviews with George Floyd’s uncle and working on projects that are aligned with her purpose.

⚡ [22:26] When opportunity finds you: align your vision and purpose, and don’t live by accident.

🌊 [25:31] Repositioning to remain relevant: pivoting and adapting to changes.

💎 [27:50] What makes LeWanna tick: silence and power of faith–learn to accept things as they are. 

🏃🏽‍♀️ [30:54] LeWanna’s relationship with her late Dad: building a legacy.

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