In today’s podcast, Michael Kithcart shares a culmination of some of the themes and characteristics she has observed from the risk-takers in her previous podcasts. Michael gives you 6 characteristics that her risk-taking guests share, that you can adopt,  as you strengthen your own “Risk Muscle.”

"I’ve helped hundreds of high performers like you reach their next level of excellence.  I will schedule a free one-on-one coaching strategy session with you. Yes, really – I’ll help you for free on this one.

On our first call, I’ll share with you what I've learned about the world's most accomplished and influential people. And I’ll give you five principles you can use to better master your mind, body, and ability to be more productive and influential every day of your life.

It’s your time! Let’s champion your future together!"

https://www.michaelwkithcart.com/coaching

“Dreaming can make me irate”. Heather Manley is a serial entrepreneur who is all about action. She’s not interested in words. She wants to know what you’re going to do about your idea, put a plan together, and get moving. And while you’re at it, remove the unnecessary hurdles and check to see if you’re part of the problem of getting to the action that’s needed to start and grow a business…or two. Listen to today’s episode of Champions of RISK with Heather Manley, CEO of On-Demand Group, Crooked Water Spirits, Heather’s Dirty Goodness, and ClusterF Creative. 

“Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear.” I love this quote by George Addair and we address this and more with today’s guest Jaime Taets, CEO of Keystone Group International. What we do in the moments when we are risking everything with the hope that we are on to something bigger and greater than ourselves are character-defining moments. Jaime shares one of her fear-breaking moments, ways to get unstuck, and lots of other wisdom on this episode of Champions of RISK.

We wanted to become “champions of small business.”

Amanda Brinkman has been a brand and marketing executive for big brands and is currently the Chief Brand Officer for Deluxe. She set out to create something big for the company’s centennial, something that would raise the company’s brand awareness that would also make a big difference for the small business community. She started a movement to support small business by telling their stories and making the owners the focus. Hear how the reality series “Small Business Revolution” was created and how it is continuing to support small businesses through COVID. Check out the episode notes for links to “Small Business, Big Heart” that showcases businesses that have responded to COVID-19, as well as the “Small Business Revolution” series. 

Watch the Small Business Revolution featuring Amanda here:
https://smallbusinessrevolution.org/small-business-revolution/big-hearts/

”Space is an activator.” Betsy Vohs, Founder and CEO of Studio BV.  Today’s episode is all about the future of business offices and features Betsy and Ben Crawford, Director of Sales for General Office Products. There are now so many other things businesses and the designers that create their spaces will need to take into consideration.We cover everything from air quality, to technology, to behavior profiles and materials on today’s Champions of RISK.

Today’s episode features Jennifer Smith, CEO of Innovative Office Solutions, one of the largest and fastest-growing independent office solutions companies in the country. COVID isn’t the first time Jennifer has quickly and dramatically altered her business to respond to changing times. Hear how her past risks paid off and the biggest risks she’s facing today. Enjoy this Champions of RISK episode!

Here is the return to work guide referred to in the episode:
http://innovativeos.com/return-to-work

My gal pal Stephanie Hansen and I talk #afterthecast with Giselle Ugarte. What does it look like when your original path isn’t what you want? 

Take a listen and if you are someone who is thinking about taking a big risk and you need some tools for breaking down the steps - let’s connect. I can coach you through distraction to action at MichaelWKithcart.com

Today’s episode of Champions of RISK is about courage, belief in self, and a willingness to risk everything to pursue a dream. Giselle Ugarte did that early on and has never looked back. She constantly takes big leaps in her roles Marketing Director of Media Bridge Advertising, as a coach, motivational speaker, and an influencer.  Enjoy the ride she takes us on!

My gal pal Stephanie Hansen and I talk #afterthecast about our episode with Rebecca Longawa

#AfterTheCast

Today our guest on the Champions of RISK podcast is Rebecca Longawa, founder and president of Happy Warrior, a consultancy firm for e-sports and sports technology start-ups, and brands that are looking to navigate the e-sports space. Rebecca took lessons from her father to muster the courage to start a business and enter a space that’s still largely unchartered. When she doubted herself, she followed her mother’s saying, “Do it afraid”. A great mantra for any risk taker.

Notes: Link to the Character of the Happy Warrior poem