Wondering why EVERY organization needs to care about diversity, equity and inclusion? Or why understanding privilege is so important? Well, Jackie Ferguson will tell you why. She’s a certified diversity executive, writer, speaker, co-founder of The Diversity Movement, a tech and programming focused business consultancy with a diversity lens. Jackie is also the host of the “Diversity: Beyond the Checkbox” podcast.

Resources:

·         The Diversity Movement

·         Connect with Jackie on LinkedIn

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As a part of my TV show, Small Business Network, I recently interviewed Brand & Business Coach, Maggy Sterner.  She helps small businesses and entrepreneurs choose their target audience, define their niche, and focus their message so they attract perfect clients and earn consistent income. In this episode, you’ll hear Maggy demystify how to talk about your business in ways that immediately attract clients with the power of your words.  Want to earn consistent revenue with your ideal buyers? Tune in and learn how.

 Resources:

 ·         Video replay on YouTube

·         Work with Maggy Sterner

·         Connect with Maggy on LinkedIn

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 ·         LinkedIn (be sure to mention you heard the podcast ;-))

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·         Instagram 

·         Facebook 

·         Website - B.O.O.S.T.® Your Brilliance 

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• Website - B.O.O.S.T.® Your Brilliance

Once upon a time, gathering in person was our preferred mode of connecting with one another.  Then along came COVID, our worlds were turned upside down, and we were all forced to pivot.  From that, virtual gatherings exploded and providers like Where’s My Meeting were birthed and flourished.  Tune into this episode where I connect with Founder, Lou Naylor.  He shares his entrepreneurial story and highlights the importance of being able to pull off high-quality hybrid or virtual events amid COVID and beyond. 

 Resources:

 ·         Where’s My Meeting website

·         Follow Where’s My Meeting on Instagram & Facebook

·         Connect with Where’s My Meeting for your next virtual gathering - [email protected]

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 ·         LinkedIn (be sure to mention you heard the podcast ;-))

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• Website - B.O.O.S.T.® Your Brilliance

Need to obtain more leads? Well, this episode is for you! Sean Tyler Foley (Tyler) is the author of the #1 best-selling book “The Power to Speak Naked”. Tyler helps folks to confidently take the stage, tell their story, and attract (and win) their ideal clients.  How? By overcoming stage fright, sharing a compelling story (when nothing about your life seems “exciting”), and giving better, more engaging presentations, among other things. We pack a lot into this short conversation, so get ready to take some copious notes.

 Resources:

 ·         Sean’s website

·         Sean’s book – The Power to Speak Naked

·         Connect with Sean on LinkedIn

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·         LinkedIn (be sure to mention you heard the podcast ;-))

·         Twitter

·         Instagram 

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·         Website - B.O.O.S.T.® Your Brilliance 

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• Website - B.O.O.S.T.® Your Brilliance

Today’s episode features another Kelly … Kelly Hoey. She is a networking expert, speaker and author of “Build Your Dream Network: Forging Powerful Relationships In A Hyper-Connected World”. During our conversation, we chat about why introverts (yes, introverts) make great networkers, why  networking needs a re-brand, what ONE thing you should do today to begin your journey as a better networker, and more!

 Resources:

 ·         Kelly Hoey’s website

·         Build Your Dream Network

 Let's Stay in Touch!

 ·         LinkedIn (be sure to mention you heard the podcast ;-))

·         Twitter

·         Instagram 

·         Facebook 

·         Website - B.O.O.S.T.® Your Brilliance 

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• LinkedIn (be sure to mention you heard the podcast ;-))
• Website - B.O.O.S.T.® Your Brilliance

As a part of my TV show, Small Business Network, I recently interviewed Cameron Heffernan.  He’s the Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer of New Gig Solutions.  During our conversation, Cameron and I chatted about building corporate culture and understanding the power of employees as ambassadors. Tune in for some extremely practical strategies you can adopt TODAY to empower your employees and supercharge your organization’s brand!

Resources:

• Video replay on YouTube
• New Gig Solutions
• Connect with Cameron on LinkedIn

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• LinkedIn (be sure to mention you heard the podcast ;-))
• Twitter
• Instagram 
• Facebook 
• Website - B.O.O.S.T.® Your Brilliance 

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• Website - B.O.O.S.T.® Your Brilliance

As technology continues to expand, opportunities to tap into the industry are widespread for all [even for those of us who are self-proclaimed non-techies].  In this episode, I chat with my husband and tech extraordinaire, Jerome Leonard. Jerome is a multi-cloud, cyber security technology leader. He has worked with some of the world’s most recognized high-tech companies including Oracle and currently Microsoft where he works with the World-Wide Learning organization to develop and deliver role based certification training to Fortune 1000 and international customers. Jerome is also keenly focused on closing the digital divide by advising organizations and individuals seeking to engage and empower marginalized communities with technology skills. We chat about trends in cloud and security, how folks can navigate career pathways for re-skilling into tech roles, and opportunities for entrepreneurs seeking to add cloud and cyber security services to their offerings.

 Resources:

• Jerome on LinkedIn - https://www.linkdedin.com/in/mjeromeleonard
• FREE Microsoft Training - Exam SC-300: Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator (Security exam beta) - Learn | Microsoft Docs
• More FREE Microsoft Training - Exam SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst (beta) - Learn | Microsoft Docs

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• LinkedIn (be sure to mention you heard the podcast ;-))
• Twitter
• Instagram 
• Facebook 
• Website - B.O.O.S.T.® Your Brilliance

Let's Stay in Touch!

• LinkedIn (be sure to mention you heard the podcast ;-))
• Website - B.O.O.S.T.® Your Brilliance

The halfway point of the calendar year is the perfect time to review your sales strategy and pipeline.  And, if you don’t like what you see, tune into my interview with Katie Nelson. Katie is the Sales Catalyst & CEO of Sales UpRising. She helps business owners build their dream businesses and create 6-figures FAST using her signature “revenue-first” methodology. During our conversation, Katie shares what people fear the most about selling, what you can do to fall in love with selling, and the biggest thing stopping entrepreneurs from thriving and generating 6-figure years.

Resources:

• Sales UpRising website: www.salesuprising.com
• Follow Sales UpRising on Facebook: www.facebook.com/salesuprising
• Schedule a strategy session:   https://link.worksmartercrm.com/widget/appointment/katie/strategy

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• LinkedIn (be sure to mention you heard the podcast ;-))
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•  Instagram 
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• Website - B.O.O.S.T.® Your Brilliance 

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• Website - B.O.O.S.T.® Your Brilliance

More money, more problems? That doesn’t have to be the case according to Dee Bowden.  Dee is an author, speaker and founder of BCS Solutions where she’s recovered millions of dollars for corporations and government agencies using three things: Problem Solving, Customer Service, and [her special sauce] Gratitude. If you’re struggling to collect the money that’s owed to your small business, this episode is for you!!!

Resources: 

• BCS Solutions website - www.collectthecash.biz 
• Follow Dee on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dee.bowden.5
• Collect the Cash FREE download -https://collectthecash.biz/resources/ 

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• LinkedIn (be sure to mention you heard the podcast ;-))
• Twitter
•  Instagram 
• Facebook 
• Website - B.O.O.S.T.® Your Brilliance 

Let's Stay in Touch!

• LinkedIn (be sure to mention you heard the podcast ;-))
• Website - B.O.O.S.T.® Your Brilliance

Before you attend your next online meeting, you’ll want to tune into my conversation with Kim Foley. Kim is President of Kim Foley, LLC where she helps individuals and teams maximize their credibility in virtual meetings and video presentations. Kim shares practical, actionable strategies to ensure you love the way you look, sound and feel in every online meeting. 

Resources:

·         Watch the video replay on YouTube https://youtu.be/Z-qZxx-_BoA

·         Kim Foley LLC - https://www.kimfoley.com/

·         Kim on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimfoley/

Let's Stay in Touch!

·         LinkedIn (be sure to mention you heard the podcast ;-))

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·         Instagram 

·         Facebook 

·         Website - B.O.O.S.T.® Your Brilliance 

Let's Stay in Touch!

• LinkedIn (be sure to mention you heard the podcast ;-))
• Website - B.O.O.S.T.® Your Brilliance