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Success in business does not always equal success in life. Too often leaders in the business world suffer stress at home and have trouble with personal matters. How do you build a business success without creating a personal mess? My guest is Kyle Sullivan. He is a former athlete, turned pastor, and now a business […]

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When we think of teams, we usually think about performance. Is the team achieving everything you hope for? High-performing teams need high-performing leaders. But to be able to perform at the highest level as a leader, it is helpful to study those who have already achieved various degrees of success. My guest is one such […]

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The idea of a mastermind group was first introduced by Napoleon Hill in his “Think and Grow Rich” book almost 100 years ago. But historically, mastermind groups have existed far longer. Some might go so far as to say that Jesus and his 12 disciples were the first such group. Why? Because masterminds are based […]

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In this show, we’re talking about the role leaders have in being absolutely sure they have created the right opportunities for their team to succeed. As obvious as that might sound, it is seldom set as a priority. Instead, bosses just get busy. They miss golden chances to elevate their team where their team could […]

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Two big factors impact a leader’s success. The first involves the imposter syndrome where you feel inadequate for the job at hand. This is followed closely by burnout caused by working too hard to overcome the imposter belief. Both are common problems leaders can face. Join me as my guest, Scott Anderson, himself a burnout […]

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What do astronauts, Olympic Champions and Nobel Laureates do differently that allows them to achieve such high levels of success? You too can learn their secrets. There are four common attributes or characteristics that distinguish these high performers from other people. Listen as I explore these key difference makers with my guest, Dr. Ruth Gotian. […]

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In the post-pandemic work world, getting the most from teams at work takes some special consideration. In this episode I visit with Dr. Seth Silver. We explore a return to basics whereby a manager and his team can each come together, one on one, to explore the natural connection of expectation and obligation to perform […]

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From time to time, you will meet someone who has built not just one business, but multiple. Their stories can help fuel your passion for moving forward with a business of your own. In this show, my guest is Anthony Mac Neil. Anthony will share his journey, the lessons learned, and ideas for his newest […]

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People wanting to break away from a corporate job or enhance their investment options often turn to investing in a franchise. Running such a business as a hands-on owner/operator or choosing to be a more passive owner/investor are great options for smart, motivated individuals to create wealth. Today I interview a specialist in franchising. Jon […]

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It’s one thing to have a good sales team driving new business. What if that effort was based on a deeper meaning? What if the sales effort was purpose-driven, tapping into core values for you and the business brand you meant to represent? In this episode, I meet with Catherine McCourt, herself a purpose driven […]

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