Chasing The Insights

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to mindset expert Madelaine Claire Weiss.

Madelaine talks to us about Getting to G.R.E.A.T.: 5 Step Strategy for Work and Life.

Madelaine Claire Weiss (LICSW, MBA, BCC) is a Board-Certified Executive, Career, Life Coach with an MBA, a Harvard-trained Licensed Psychotherapist, and Mindset Expert—helping professionals, executives, and entrepreneurs thrive in work and life.

She is a co-author in the Handbook of Stressful Transitions Across the Lifespan, and Amazon bestselling author of "Getting to G.R.E.A.T.: 5-Step Strategy for Work and Life." Madelaine is a former group mental health practice administrative director, corporate chief organizational development officer, and associate director of an educational resource program at Harvard Medical School.

She has been featured on NBC, W4WRadio, Fox TV, Talk4TV, has written for Thrive Global, Authority Magazine's Editor's List, and CEOWorld Magazine—and led webinars for MedSense, the American Bar Association, Harvard Law School Association, and The International Association of Business Communicators.

Her widely well received trainings include Skadden Arps, Vinson & Elkins, Wilkinson Barker, and Cozen O'Connor law firms; Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers, National Association of Realtors, DC Academy of General Dentistry, AARP, Wharton Innovation Summit, and the Bureau of National Affairs.

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to innovative entrepreneur Noam Krasniansky.

Noam talks to us about going from being counterfeited to industry disrupter through blockchain.

Noam Krasniansky is the founder of Komposite, Co-founder of Bambooee & The House of Ooonimals

As a seasoned entrepreneur and Shark Tank winner, he co-founded Bambooee with his wife, introducing eco-friendly bamboo paper towels to the market. While the product thrived after their appearance on ABC's hit show, it unfortunately fell victim to copycat competitors. This experience underscored a critical lesson: patents alone are not enough to protect a brand's integrity.

That's why Noam launched Komposite Blockchain, a cutting-edge platform designed to safeguard brands from counterfeiting and imitation. With their whitepaper complete, they are now focused on revolutionizing brand protection worldwide.

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to coach and consultant Dr. Greg Stewart.

Dr. Greg talks to us about those negative emotions are in the basement of our hearts.

Dr. Greg Stewart lives in Rockwall, TX and is currently a full-time telehealth counselor, executive coach, and consultant. He has a BA in Organizational Leadership (Cornerstone University), a Master of Divinity (Grand Rapids Theological Seminary), a MA in Counseling (GRTS), and a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision (Regent U). His dissertation was The Relationship of Emotional Intelligence to Job Satisfaction and Organizational Commitment. He just published his first book, Icubed – Unlocking the Inner Strength Behind Your Negative Emotions.

He was a pastor for 15 years in Portage, MI (youth, associate, senior), and was an Organizational Development Strategist for three years, traveling the country training and coaching leaders at all levels in all types of industries.

Most recently, he served as the Director of the Residential Treatment Center for Cedar Crest Hospital and RTC in Belton, TX.

He also has served as an adjunct professor for 20 years for a number of universities (Regent University, Cornerstone University, John Brown University, and Grace College & Seminary).

Dr. Stewart and his wife are empty-nesters and are members of Lakepointe Church in Rockwall and lead a small group together.

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to founder and author Mark Collins.

Mark talks to us about unleashing your identity.

Mark Collins is the founder of Freedom For Life and author of the transformational leadership book, "LIFE MASTERY: Living life by design, not by default."

He has seen hundreds of lives transformed through his Life Mastery suite of courses and has a singular passion to see people unleashed as the Hero they are created to be in their business, relationships and life.

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to business coach Rick Yvanovich.

Rick talks to us about business as unusual.

Rick Yvanovich is an exceptional business coach with a remarkable track record of guiding companies and individuals to unparalleled success.

With his extensive and eclectic business experience and coaching expertise, Rick empowers his clients to turn their visions into actionable strategies, propelling them towards their goals and milestones.

As a serial entrepreneur, Rick has scaled businesses across various industries, creating a multimillion-dollar company that serves clients in 80 countries, including top hotel chains and Fortune 500 companies.

Rick is also the author of Business As Unusual: How to thrive in the new renaissance

With over 40 years of experience in diverse sectors such as accounting, IT, talent, and Oil & Gas, Rick is a seasoned veteran in the business world.

His formidable presence in Vietnam is evident through his involvement in numerous organisations and his status as one of the longest-serving expats in the country.

Rick is also a sought-after speaker and thought leader, covering topics like talent, technology, digital transformation, and Vietnam inward investment. With his passion for coaching and an impressive array of certifications, Rick is a visionary leader who combines business acumen with coaching and mentoring skills to help others achieve extraordinary success.

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to Alchemist Michelle Hawk.

Michelle talks to us about Alchemy for Entrepreneurs.

Michelle Hawk is an Alchemist, Shaman, Master Healer and Spiritual Mentor, who began practicing Shamanism in 2003 at age 15.

A naturally gifted psychic and intuitive channel, Michelle's work with Alchemy, Shamanic energies, and multiple certifications as a Master Healer allow her to offer the deepest level of transformational work.

She mentors and trains practitioners in Alchemy, Shamanism and the healing arts, and helps people master their intuitive gifts and magical birthright.

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to human potential expert Cortney McDermott.

Cortney talks to us about Performing v Playing: how to play your way to success.

Cortney McDermott is a bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and human potential enthusiast, with a Master of Science from the London School of Economics.

Her work in the field of self-development and business strategy has been featured in Inc., Women's Health, SUCCESS, The Huffington Post, FOX News, and many other mainstream business and lifestyle media.

Cortney's career highlights include her time as an executive at Vanity Fair Corporation, Vice President at Sustainability Partners Inc., and then running her own businesses, with clients and audiences at Universal Music Group, Google, Nike, and Virgin Unite.

Cortney speaks four languages and lives between Italy and the US.

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to PR guru Dr. Richard Kaye.

Dr. Richard talks to us about Profitable, Powerful, Publicity.

Dr. Richard Kaye: The Maestro of Business Acceleration!

For over two decades, Richard has been the driving force behind the success stories of countless entrepreneurs, propelling them to unparalleled growth. His secret weapon? Profitable, powerful publicity that transforms businesses from early-stage infancy to revenue-rich maturity.

Dr. Kaye isn't just a consultant; he's a trailblazer in the world of business evolution. A sought-after guest on podcasts and webinars, he's left his mark on radio and television programs, gracing screens on KGTV in San Diego and KTLA in Los Angeles. Forbes Magazine has acknowledged his expertise, and PBS featured a special that showcased the profound impact of his work. He is the proud recipient of the White House Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. As the creator of the esteemed The Secrets of Empowering Negotiation program, Kaye has imparted his wisdom through workshops and seminars around the globe, from the vibrant landscapes of Australia to the cultural richness of France, the innovation hub of Japan, the Caribbean Islands of the Bahamas and Trinidad, and the vast expanse of Russia.

Sharing stages with luminaries such as Lisa Nichols, Mark Victor Hansen, Rev. Michael Beckwith, Sharon Lechter, and Forbes Riley, Kaye earned the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Top Talent Agency. His influence extends beyond borders as he served on a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) within the United Nations and contributed to the boards of for-profit companies. A founding member of the Taos Entrepreneurial Network (TEN) and a former vice president of CEO Space, Kaye's commitment to community building is as strong as his dedication to business excellence.

The author of the critically acclaimed book, The Secrets of Creating Customers for Life, Kaye doesn't just preach success; he lives it. Nestled in the artistic haven of Taos, New Mexico, he shares his life with his wife, Angel, continuing to inspire and shape the future of entrepreneurs worldwide.

Kaye continues to keep his presence on the pulse of leading-edge business when he recently conducted an enlightening interview with Dr. John Demartini for the Neuroscience Summit produced by the Los Angeles Tribune.

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to SEO gurus Paul Counts and Shreya Banerjee.

Paul and Shreya talk to us about Social SEO.

Paul Counts and Shreya Banerjee are Co-Founders of Marketing Counts, serial entrepreneurs, Fractional CMOs, and advisors to the influencers.

They are teachers at heart who have a passion for helping entrepreneurs and students alike grasp proven marketing concepts.

They created a marketing curriculum that was in over 140 high schools, and have taught marketing to numerous colleges throughout the country.

Their client list includes a "who's who" of the personal development and influencer world, and their marketing can be seen on display with Fortune 50 companies and Publicly-Traded organizations.

They bring a process-based approach to marketing stemming from Shreya Banerjee's Six Sigma Black Belt experience.

In this episode of Chasing the Insights, I talk to marketing pioneer Daniel Den.

Daniel talks to us about finding your next best marketing idea.

Daniel Den became fascinated with marketing and sales almost two decades ago.

Today he is the co-creator of the X Factor Effect methodology where he and his team have helped over 20,000 students and clients grow their businesses.

Daniel teaches that "Different is the new Better" and his framework includes nine pillars for differentiating your business so that you can become a market leader or category king.

For several years, Daniel traveled the world full time with his wife and four children. They continue to travel often and now live in Florida.

Daniel Den is the author of the new book "Ideas That Influence," that was built to help business owners discover their own WILDLY SUCCESSFUL MARKETING IDEAS!