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- Boiling Point - Episode 087 - Shawn Leger and FORCE 3 Innovations
The Intersection of Passion and Innovation
Introducing Shawn Leger and FORCE 3 Innovations
When passion and innovation merge the results can be powerful. Someone who knows all about this situation is Shawn Leger. Shawn has worked in the rehab field for 16 years and he also has a passion for finding solutions to his customers needs. One day he was fitting a wheelchair for an elderly man when he noticed he kept leaning to one side. Shawn found out that this man was a career truck driver and his lean was a result of his many years sitting on the road. This got Shawn thinking about the posture of those who have to drive for a living and resulted in him forming FORCE 3 Innovations to help solve the problem. The product he has now patented and tested can lower back pain, increase tolerance, and provide enhanced health outcomes. The product could also be the only one of its kind that would keep drivers awake longer. Not to mention, that it comes integrated with technology to remember your preferred seat configuration and configurations can be uploaded to clinicians to access if the configuration is correct for your posture. Check out this week’s Boiling Point to hear from a leader fueled by passion.
In this episode
- Greg and Dave ambush Shawn with an interview.
- Shawn tells us about how he first knew he had the entrepreneurial bug.
- He gives us his background in the rehab industry with Medi Chair.
- Shawn explains how the rewards of helping out clients can often be better than money.
- We hear how FORCE 3 got started.
- He tells us that the essence of innovation is knowing that situations can be better.
- Shawn tells us about the other industries that are taking notice of his work.
- He tells us how his chair evolved an IT feedback function.
- Shawn tells innovators to get moving and that roadblocks can be overcome.
- We hear that one of the most important things to do in business is to listen and consider advice.
- Greg loves Shawn’s spirit of innovation and how he can see opportunities and take them
- Dave is inspired by the intersection of passion and innovation in Shawn’s journey.
Links
- Shawn on Linked In
- FORCE 3 Innovations website
- MediChair New Brunswick website
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25 min - Boiling Point - Episode 086 - Sarah Dickinson and The THNK school of Creative Leadership
Time to THNK
Introducing Sarah Dickinson and The THNK School of Creative Leadership
We live in an era of new challenges where antiquated leadership and business models will not produce the solutions we all seek. The leaders of the next generation still need to be smart and thoughtful, but they also need to pull back on their ego and be creative solution finders. Sarah Dickinson is one of these new creative leaders. Sarah spent most of her working career in the digital communication and marketing world. The job left her wanting more as often the fruits of her labour were often months after she completed her work and she often felt removed from their human impacts. Her life was forever changed when she was offered the opportunity to travel to Amsterdam and partake in a new program called The THNK school of Creative Leadership. The experience changed her life and prompted her to bring THNK across the ocean to Vancouver where she is now the co-founder and executive director of THNK’s Vancouver location. To hear more about THNK and how it can help the idea you are incubating or the business you are trying to scale, check out this week’s episode of the Boiling Point.
In this episode
- Future podcaster Jessie audits a BP session to learn from Dave and Greg.
- We hear what prompted Sarah to go to Amsterdam and why she thought it was a program that Canada needed.
- She tells us why she believes for a period of time Canada was “resting on its laurels” and how programs like THNK’s can change the trend.
- We hear how she was taken out of her comfort-zone during the first day of THNK in Amsterdam and how it set the tone for battling humanity’s challenges.
- Sarah tells us why the “I” was dropped from THNK’s name and how it relates to the future of leadership.
- Sarah tells us that the ideal THNK candidate is a committed and active entrepreneur or intrepreneur that is incubating or scaling a venture that will have a positive social impact.
- Jessie is interested in the notion that in the past decade Canada wasn’t living up to its identity and is impressed with how the podcast conversation would feel just as appropriate in a coffee shop.
- Greg notes the importance of programs like THNK because people are not learning this stuff in school and often not in their business lives either.
- Dave likes the idea of THNK building resiliency in their patrons so that they can make an even bigger impact on the world.
Links
- THNK Vancouver
- THNK on Twitter
- THNK on Facebook
- THNK on Youtube
- Sarah Dickinson on Linkedin
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32 min - Boiling Point - Episode 085 - Mark Wood
The More you Hear
Introducing Mark Wood and Ocean Sonics
It is amazing what you can hear when you make the effort to listen… especially under the water. One person that knows all about this is Mark Wood from Ocean Sonics. Mark’s company develops highly specialized underwater microphones (called hydrophones), which are used by scientist, researchers, sea construction companies, and others to record exactly what is being heard below the ocean surface. What makes Ocean Sonics hydrophones unique to others in the market is not only do they record sound, but they also process data and can be used as a webserver to trigger alerts. This technology would enhance the ability for researchers to study animal behavior, protect wildlife from things such as oil spills, and help with compliance issues as it relates to underwater noise pollution. To hear all about Mark and Ocean Sonics tune into this weeks Boiling Point.
In this episode
- Mark tells all about Ocean Sonics and the hydrophones they make.
- We hear about the amazing things this technology will allow researchers and scientists to do and why it is important.
- Mark also lets us know why his technology is better than others in the market including the ability to see sounds that otherwise couldn’t be heard by human ears.
- Mark tells us how a concept like 3D audio could help eventually save whales from an oil spill.
- We hear about the growth of Ocean Sonics and where the future is leading.
- Dave is surprised by Greg’s knowledge of microphones and how little he knew about things like noise pollution and the world of underwater recording.
- Greg thinks it is cool to hear about examples of businesses that are doing well and innovating, but for the right reasons.
Links
- Ocean Sonics Website
- Ocean Sonics on Twitter
- Ocean Sonics on Linked In
- DOSITS (Discovery of Sound in the Sea)
- Whale Music (Film)
- Whale Music by the Rheostatics
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26 min - Boiling Point - Episode 084 - Kevan Gilbert
Empathy for the Digital Age
Introducing Kevan Gilbert
Kevan Gilbert is a man who believes that collaboration is the best way to complete any task. This award winning digital story teller and strategist realized very early in his work in agencies that teamwork and listening accomplishes a lot more than driving a singular framework down a team’s throat. After many attempts at mastering persuasion, Kevan realized that he needed to stop trying to persuade and start listening. This is a message he expands on in his future book, “Empathy for the Digital Age”. Check out this week’s Boiling Point to see how a collaborative approach to your next task may have your team working better and faster.
In this episode
- Kevan expands on his bio including being an award-winning poet at the age of eight years old.
- We learn why he decided to start listening and stop persuading.
- Kevan lets us know the power of empathy in completing any important task.
- Greg tells us why he believes he is more of a story “amplifier” than a story “teller”.
- We learn the importance of not working from a perspective of fear and anger and instead stating clearly what your needs are.
- Kevan tells us an experience he had with a client that changed his perspective after allowing himself to be vulnerable.
- Dave remembers a time when he was told he had to be tough to get into business; a sentiment he doesn’t feel is true.
- Greg reminds us that if our customers are going to spend a lot of money with us they really want to know whom they are getting into business with.
Links
- KevanGilbert.com (Subscribe)
- Kevan's Blog
- Kevan's Facebook
- Kevan's Twitter
- Kevan's Linkedin
- Kevan's Youtube
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28 min - Boiling Point - Episode 083 - Andrew Park
True Masculinity through Responsibility
Introducing Andrew Park and Urbane & Gallant
Andrew Park is a man who likes to ponder the true meaning of masculinity. If you look at most representations of masculinity in pop culture three themes seem to arise: beer, sex, and sports. There is more to a man isn’t there? Andrew definitely believes so. He sees the defining characteristic of masculinity being responsibility. Andrew expands on this theory with his B Corp menswear company Urbane & Gallant, which not only makes clothes to make you feel like a man but also inspire you to be a better person. Check out this week’s Boiling Point to see how your next suit could help tackle the issue of human trafficking.
In this episode
- Andrew tells us how soul searching the essence of masculinity while attending USC helped him develop an idea for Urbane & Gallant.
- Andrew goes on to tell us why he believes responsibility is main component of manhood.
- He explains that when you have a great brand your customer’s “sticker-shock” seems to fade.
- He tells why every item designed for Urbane & Gallant is named after an inspiring man.
- We hear how women are finding the responsible man sexy.
- Andrew tells us that to have a great company you need to be excellent in three areas.
- Dave loves Andrews’s passion and mission and is drawn to the company as something to support.
- Greg suggests you check out the documentary, “Slaves of Dubai” on VICE.
Links
- Urbane & Gallant Website
- Andrew on Linked In
- Andrew on Twitter
- Urbane & Gallant on Twitter
- VICE's Slaves of Dubai
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33 min - Boiling Point - Episode 082 - Aaron Vidas
Maximize with your Most Profitable Customers
Introducing Aaron Vidas and Strategy Box
Aaron Vidas is an advisor who works with tech companies, professional service firms, social enterprises, and B2B companies. In his former career as a marketing manager and sales person, he was often wondering what type of customer should he target to be the most profitable. He answers this question with his new B Corp Company, Strategy Box, which clarifies which customers and opportunities are of most value. Check out this week’s Boiling Point to see how you could be making more profit off of fewer customers.
In this episode
- We hear about how Greg met Aaron at a B Corp Champions retreat in Portland, Oregon.
- Aaron explains how his system helps companies find higher value opportunities.
- Aaron tells us 80% of results come from 20% of your actions in brick and mortar businesses, and even higher ratios for Internet based companies.
- Aaron tells us about an experience in his past where he thrived after he fired two clients that made up 2/3 of his business.
- We discuss the hard step of making a decision not to work with a client that is not willing to pay you what you are worth.
- Greg and Dave suggest we should take a look of how much unpaid work your team puts toward any project.
Links
- StrategyBox Website
- Aaron Vidas' Website
- How to Find your Most Profitable Customer Ebook
- Strategy Box Blog
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30 min - Boiling Point - Episode 081 - Andy MacCallum
Keep your Investment in your Community
Introducing Andy MacCallum
Investors are always out looking for the ability to make more money from their current money. However, more often then not the money is being invested into multi-national companies or in far away places. What if you could make money AND impact locally? You might be able to do just that.
Andy MacCallum is the vice president of development for Natural Forces Wind Inc., a company that develops, constructs, and operates wind farms in the Maritimes and BC. Through the use of a community economic development investment fund (CEDIF) called Wind4All, his company allows for investment to in local wind farms. The program allows for a 14% return on investment through dividends and tax credits while aiding the government to reach better renewable energy rates. This means you don’t only help out your own pocket book, but also the environment. Natural Forces Wind Inc. sets up the investment so that it is minimal risk, as the majority of money is not spent until the project has been “de-risked”.
Check out this week’s Boiling Point to find out how you could make money by helping your community.
In this episode
- Andy tells us about Natural Forces Wind and the projects it has already taken on.
- We learn the difference between community scale vs. industrial wind farm investments.
- Andy tells us about the exponential growth in Canada’s wind farm market.
- Andy also explains CEDIFs and how they work.
- He tells us about how Wind4All is different than other CEDIFs.
- He also tells Nova Scotians about an upcoming opportunity to invest.
- Greg is inspired by how investors can make money and impact locally.
- Dave sees a wild west of investment opportunities at home.
Links
- Andy MacCallum on Linked In
- Wind4All
- Natural Forces Wind Inc.
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32 min - Boiling Point - Episode 080 - Dan Martell
Sharing your Most Powerful Tools… your Stories
Introducing Dan Martell
The ability to connect with others by expressing your experiences and lessons learned are often the most powerful gift you can give to someone else. Learning from others experiences can rocket you past your current issues and help you avoid other “pot holes”. Dan Martell is a man who has built a reputation and businesses through his ability to be vulnerable and honest.
Dan didn’t have the easiest childhood. He was diagnosed with ADHD as a teenager and dealt with anger issues as well. He was taken out of his home as a young person, moved back and forth between foster and group homes, and spent two trips to jail. At one point, he was involved in a high-speed chase with police and crashed a stolen car into a house and attempted to take his own life. After sobering up, Dan knew he had to take a different approach to his life and promised himself that he would never waste another day of his life.
Since that time, Dan discovered computer programming, built five tech companies, and raised venture capital twice. He has sold three of his companies to investors like Mark Cuban, spent time with Richard Branson, and invested in 30+ tech start-ups. After selling his most recent company, Clarity.fm, Dan decided to take his next step in sharing his experiences and stories with the world in a YouTube channel built for current and aspiring entrepreneurs.
In this episode
- Dan tells us how a turbulent upbringing came to a head and made him change the way he was living his life.
- We learn how his drive pushed him to start numerous companies and helped entrepreneurs connect with each other.
- He tells us his inspiration for his new YouTube venture that has him sharing his beliefs, ideas, frameworks and strategies (both personal and professional).
- We learn why Dan jumps into things headfirst.
- Dan gives us his definition of “hustle” and how anxiety can be a great barometer.
- We learn why Dan decided to start sharing the story about his youth.
- Dan also tells us that success has nothing to do with nature vs. nurture, but it is self-made.
- Dave admires Dan’s energy, passion, and the authentic leadership that Dan has that allows for vulnerability and sharing.
- Greg believes it is important for us all to be vulnerable and share our stories and notes that you don’t have to have a crisis point in your life in order to achieve great things.
Links
- Dan Martell's Website
- Dan Martell's Twitter
- Dan Martell's Linked In
- Clarity.fm
- Dan Martell's YouTube
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28 min - Boiling Point - Episode 079 - Kim Houlahan
Get your Message Out There
Introducing Kim Houlahhan
Entrepreneurs who own small or medium sized businesses work hard everyday in order to gain or maintain success. There is a lot of hard work and many hours put forth toward their business. Often these businesspeople need to spend so much work on the “day-to-day” work of their business that the important job of building relationships with current and potential customers and spreading their stories and message get pushed to the backburner. However, the marketing efforts of any business are an important part of what keeps the entire machine running.
So how do you find the extra time to connect with your community? By finding someone like Kim Houlahan from the Houlahan Group. The Houlahan Group is a communication and marketing company that acts as a virtual marketing department for small to medium sized businesses. These days everyone has the tools to market their business right on their desk, however it is a matter of what you do, how often you do it, and how effective your marketing is. Like Kim notes, everyone has an oven in their kitchen but not all of us can cook. Kim helps companies by giving the ability to have great content consistently that engages people and builds their trust. Learn some of her strategies in this episode of the Boiling Point.
In this episode
- Kim gets ambushed into an interview with Greg and Dave.
- We hear the great marketing that Kim is doing with Dave at Vision Coaching.
- Kim discusses how a business like hers actually keeps people accountable to their own goals.
- We hear how consistency and great content are the best ways to market your brand.
- Kim discourages an over-monitoring of your marketing stats as being consistent and good will build your stats.
- There is a discussion of how people do business with the people they trust and how your content can build that trust.
- Dave and Kim discuss how they come up with content for Dave’s Fresh Ideas newsletter.
- Greg reiterates the importance of telling and retelling your story and notes that just because you have access to marketing tools doesn’t mean you don’t need assistance with it.
- Dave mentions how missing your opportunity to tell your story for even one month means you are missing the opportunity to connect.
Links
- The Houlahan Group website
- The Houlahan Group Linked In
- Kim Houlahan on Twitter
- Vision Coaching website
- Fresh Ideas Newsletter
- Greg's Blog on Medium
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29 min - Boiling Point - Episode 078 - Owen Green
Financial Monitoring = More Sleep
Introducing Owen Green
Passionate, driven entrepreneurs often need to focus on what they are good at. This could mean being visionaries, or taking part in the grind of everyday business. For many though, the evening can be filled with worry when they realize that their books are a mess, or they don’t know if they can afford to make payroll AND invest into that new opportunity.
That is where people like Owen Green come into your life and allows you to have sweet dreams. Owen is an accountant and co-owner of Adams Green, as well as the Hemmings House CFO. After years of experience in “big business” accounting, Owen was looking for a change of pace. He began to realize that many small and medium sized businesses didn’t have the resources to afford designated accounting divisions, but was often in the position of needing someone to manage their financial situation. Many of the leaders of these businesses needed to spend the majority of their focus on the day-to-day and couldn’t give the proper attention their books deserved.
The opportunity, as Owen saw it, was to efficiently provide financial divisions to smaller companies of like-minded values. Now, as Canada’s only financial service B-Corp, Adams Green is helping businesses in their community thrive while making it’s own social impact.
In this episode.
- Owen tells us how he got the idea for Adams Green after a job interview for a job that would have been unfulfilling.
- He tells us how building confidence was a huge stepping point to making the leap into entrepreneurship.
- Owen reminds us of the importance of asking for help and the amazing results that comes about.
- We hear about his reservations for going into business including drumming up sales as an introvert.
- We hear how setting up Hemmings House as a B-Corp started Adams Green on its own B-Corp path.
- We also hear about the social impact Adams Green is making in their community.
- There is a discussion of work/life balance versus work/life integration.
- Dave likes the idea of a purpose driven account and suggests that the sooner you have your company’s financial situation looked at, the sooner you can move forward.
- Greg remembers how deflating it can be worrying about your books when you are looking to make your next steps with your business. He tells us how Owen has supported his company’s growth and how the service is really helping the community.
Links
- Adams Green Website
- Adams Green on Facebook
- Adams Green on Twitter
- Adams Green on Linked In
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