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Great leaders ask good questions. The questions are never meant to fill air space. Rather they represent genuine, thoughtful curiosity. Being a curious leader can inspire teams to think bigger thoughts, have broader ideas, and spur innovation. The use of the question as a leadership tool is as much art as it is science. Yes, […]

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When leaders enter into development opportunities, working with coaches may lead to scenarios where role play helps. While good coaches are willing to delve into that form of coaching moments, it takes a qualified, professional actor to fully represent the ‘other person.’ My guest today is someone who has created a business of providing professional […]

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As we mature into our adult life, we experience various impacts coming from a multitude of moments where people in our lives create influence. The influence can be positive or negative. Positive influence has the power to shape our beliefs, our values, and the principles by which we choose to treat and lead others. My […]

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Starting and running a successful business requires landing an offering that the market values. If your product or service fulfills a need, then you have a winner. There are various ways to identify the winner idea. But adding value is the common driver that secures success. In this episode, join us as I visit with […]

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The ways people rise up to gain recognition and promotion as leaders in various organizations can be widely different. Internal and external forces can dictate whether someone gets recognized and promoted or not. It also impacts the timing of those opportunities. Listen as Doug explores the leadership journey in law enforcement. His guest is Capt. […]

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The journey to becoming a successful entrepreneur is not without its challenges. There will be fails and missteps along the way. Success comes for those who battle through the fails. Using the experience to gain a better understanding of what not to do can be as important as always knowing the to-do answers. In this […]

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No market is as fickle and changing as the gaming industry. I’m speaking of computer games. Building a new game and getting it to rise above the mass to attract customers has always been a daunting challenge. But my guest turned many heads when he challenged the industry to stop merely releasing new games. He […]

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Many of us feel overwhelmed in this always-on world like there’s never enough time for it all. The answer isn’t to run faster. It’s to work smarter to get results and take control of your life by taking control of yourself. It’s possible when you know how—and in this show, I’ll introduce you to your […]

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Recovering from a physical injury can be a challenge. The psychological impact can be more severe than physical pain. Finding the right help to overcome these challenges takes a dedicated effort. My guest today is someone who himself suffered career-ending sports injuries, crushing his dreams of being a professional football player (American football). Guest Bio: […]

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For most entering the business world as an entrepreneur, the world of private equity and venture funding is a mystery. Unless you have a rich uncle or a close family friend, delving into a fundraiser for your business can be daunting. In this episode, I visit with someone who has mastered the field. His name […]

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