Extraordinary America

Sue discusses the strategic vision behind her career trajectory, emphasizing the integration of business and caregiving experiences to help others navigate similar challenges. She also reflects on the motivating factors behind her family caregiving role, emphasizing the importance of self-care and learning from personal experiences. The discussion extends to the holistic nature of caregiving, including physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects, and how it impacts personal and professional life.

{You can hear the full episode on Thursday August 22nd}

In this featuring guest Dr. Melina Fausch, listeners are taken on a journey through Dr. Fausch's personal and professional experiences, from her roots in a small Midwest town to her evolution into holistic psychology. Dr. Fausch candidly discusses her battle with a brain tumor and the transformative healing journey that followed, emphasizing the importance of self-care and spiritual exploration. 

The episode delves into Dr. Fausch's career trajectory, from her background in acting and singing to her transition into coaching business professionals. It highlights the crucial role of self-awareness and embracing one's strengths. Practical advice is shared on overcoming stage fright and fear of public speaking, alongside insights into effective communication strategies for executives. 

Dr. Fausch also explores the power of intuition, emphasizing the significance of inner reflection and meditation for problem-solving. Throughout, listeners are encouraged to embark on their journey of self-discovery, authenticity, and pursuing joy in life and business, reflecting on the American identity and cultural attitudes toward happiness. Dr. Fausch's anecdotes, practical tips, and profound insights guide individuals seeking to tap into their inner potential and lead more fulfilling lives.

Highlights:

{02:30} Dr. Fausch's background

{04:40} Dr. Fausch's experience with a brain tumor and her subsequent healing journey

{11:00} Overcoming stage fright and fear of public speaking

{20:30} The significance of effective communication

{25:30} Understanding and harnessing intuition as a powerful tool for problem-solving 

{31:00} Lessons learned 

Miuna Fausch bio:

Dr. Miluna Fausch is an executive, communication, and presence coach. She is the founder and president of Pitch Perfect Soul Coaching LLC and wrote the award-winning book Uplevel Your Communication. Evolve your presence and speech to change everything.

She is a professional actor and singer from show business with a BS in music business and a PhD in holistic psychology. Dr. Miluna Fausch has multi-passioned business experience in sales, retail investing, and serving on nonprofit boards. 

Her gift for problem-solving and tutoring with cultural sensitivity has helped high-achieving executives from around the globe find their inner voice and make an impact when they work with her. She has helped executives from Google, Eighty Row High Solutions, Soft Docs, Peloton, Chevron, and Ford.

Connect with Dr. Miluna:

Website: https://milunafausch.com 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmiluna 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miFauschfausch

In this featuring guest Dr. Melina Fausch, listeners are taken on a journey through Dr. Fausch's personal and professional experiences, from her roots in a small Midwest town to her evolution into holistic psychology. Dr. Fausch candidly discusses her battle with a brain tumor and the transformative healing journey that followed, emphasizing the importance of self-care and spiritual exploration. 

The episode delves into Dr. Fausch's career trajectory, from her background in acting and singing to her transition into coaching business professionals. It highlights the crucial role of self-awareness and embracing one's strengths. Practical advice is shared on overcoming stage fright and fear of public speaking, alongside insights into effective communication strategies for executives. 

Dr. Fausch also explores the power of intuition, emphasizing the significance of inner reflection and meditation for problem-solving. Throughout, listeners are encouraged to embark on their journey of self-discovery, authenticity, and pursuing joy in life and business, reflecting on the American identity and cultural attitudes toward happiness. Dr. Fausch's anecdotes, practical tips, and profound insights guide individuals seeking to tap into their inner potential and lead more fulfilling lives.

Highlights:

{02:30} Dr. Fausch's background

{04:40} Dr. Fausch's experience with a brain tumor and her subsequent healing journey

{11:00} Overcoming stage fright and fear of public speaking

{20:30} The significance of effective communication

{25:30} Understanding and harnessing intuition as a powerful tool for problem-solving 

{31:00} Lessons learned 

Miuna Fausch bio:

Dr. Miluna Fausch is an executive, communication, and presence coach. She is the founder and president of Pitch Perfect Soul Coaching LLC and wrote the award-winning book Uplevel Your Communication. Evolve your presence and speech to change everything.

She is a professional actor and singer from show business with a BS in music business and a PhD in holistic psychology. Dr. Miluna Fausch has multi-passioned business experience in sales, retail investing, and serving on nonprofit boards. 

Her gift for problem-solving and tutoring with cultural sensitivity has helped high-achieving executives from around the globe find their inner voice and make an impact when they work with her. She has helped executives from Google, Eighty Row High Solutions, Soft Docs, Peloton, Chevron, and Ford.

Connect with Dr. Miluna:

Website: https://milunafausch.com 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmiluna 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miFauschfausch

Leo shared insights into his strategic vision, which has evolved, fueled by a deep-seated desire to effect positive change and his innate entrepreneurial spirit. Delving into the challenges and decision-making processes involved, Leo discussed his transition from politics to entrepreneurship, highlighting the practical considerations and personal realizations that guided his path. 

Leo shares the rarity of successful third-party politics in the United States, contrasting it with other nations while emphasizing the importance of assessing individual resources and motivations. Leo eloquently underscored the significance of entrepreneurship and business as powerful avenues for both personal fulfillment and societal impact, particularly in counterbalancing the influence of lobbyists and major corporations in politics. 

Leo shares invaluable insights into the essential attributes of successful entrepreneurship, offering strategies for identifying one's passion, talent, and economic viability to chart a course toward success. Leo emphasized the importance of remaining true to one's entrepreneurial vision and values, eschewing compromises for short-term gains, and highlighting the necessity of resilience and determination in overcoming obstacles along the journey to success.

Highlights:

{05:30} Leo's strategic vision has evolved over the years

{09:40} The rarity of successful third-party politics in the United States compared to other countries

{15:00} The significance of entrepreneurship 

{29:00} The American Dream and the essential attributes of successful entrepreneurship

{34:00} The mindset needed to scale a business

Leo Popik bio:

Leo is the founder and CEO of Leading Peers, the premier community for CEOs to connect, collaborate, and grow. With over 20 years of experience as a successful entrepreneur and business leader, he is passionate about helping leaders live impactful, rewarding lives. Leading Peers' mission is to help CEOs succeed so their people and businesses prosper. The organization's vision is to be the largest organization in the world, supporting CEOs seeking to evolve as leaders and grow. 

With his master's degree from Harvard, he became a public servant and politician in Argentina at age 24. At 26, he was Argentina's Under Secretary of Public Administration. After leaving office, he launched a new political party and ran as a candidate in two elections. He published a book advocating for a monetary union in South America and ran two public policy think tanks. 

At 30, he launched his first company in leisure travel. On the other hand, he founded another farming company, and his business took off. However, his political party required too much commitment to succeed, so he quit politics.

At 32 in 2008, he left his first two companies to launch his third international corporate event management business, moving to Brazil as part of the plan to grow the business. As CEO of his events company, he helped it grow from inception to $12 million in annual revenues. However, the pandemic halted his company's multimillion-dollar revenue, which led him to start Leading Peers.

Connect with Leo:

Website: http://www.leadingpeers.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leandropopik

Leo shared insights into his strategic vision, which has evolved, fueled by a deep-seated desire to effect positive change and his innate entrepreneurial spirit. Delving into the challenges and decision-making processes involved, Leo discussed his transition from politics to entrepreneurship, highlighting the practical considerations and personal realizations that guided his path.

{You can hear the full episode on Thursday August 8th}

In this episode, we explore Alexei Musienko's compelling journey from the USSR (now Ukraine) to the United States and his significant decision to embrace American identity. Alexei shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting a small business that blossomed into a seven-figure enterprise through consistency and persistence. His early entrepreneurial spirit was sparked by childhood experiences, particularly in a recycling business with his father, highlighting the importance of leverage. 

Alexei emphasizes the value of vision and strategic goals and is driven by impact rather than money, inspiring the audience with his business acumen. He discusses the challenges of shifting from an employee to an entrepreneurial mindset, leveraging specialized knowledge, and the importance of providing value and solving problems. 

Alexei also delves into the role of ego in relationships, the impact of social media on connections, and balancing business success with personal fulfillment. He reflects on the contributions of immigrants and entrepreneurs to America, the current societal challenges, and the need for legal pathways for talented individuals. Lastly, Alexei shares insights on aligning business practices with a higher purpose, fostering deeper human connections, and encouraging listeners to pursue meaningful and impactful endeavors.

Highlights:

{02:30} Alexei's journey from the USSR (now Ukraine) to the United States.

{04:10} Entrepreneurial Journey

{07:30} Vision and Motivation

{12:30} Challenges and Mindset

{18:15} Impact and Value

{20:40} Ego and Relationships

{24:30} American Identity and Entrepreneurship

Alexei Musienko bio:

Alexei Musienko is The Award-Winning, #1 Selling Author of Double Your Income Free Your Time, a Thought Leader, #1 Strategic Wealth Creation Expert, and The Mentor of Mentors. He has Started, Scaled, and Owns Five, Six, and figure companies, and he can help you do the same! He has the authority to turn relationships into cash!

Alexei believes that you’re just #OneRelationshipAway from the life of your dreams or the impact you want to create in the world! His superpower is connecting two more people, stepping back, and watching the magic happen! Connect with Alexei to receive a special private invitation to the amazing Double Your Income Free Your Time Special Private Community, where you will find gifts, amazing bonuses, and special private training as his way of paying it forward!

Connect with Kamin:

Website: https://1relationshipaway.com https://networkandgrowrich.com 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/onerelationshipaway 

In this episode, we explore Alexei Musienko's compelling journey from the USSR (now Ukraine) to the United States and his significant decision to embrace American identity. Alexei shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting a small business that blossomed into a seven-figure enterprise through consistency and persistence. His early entrepreneurial spirit was sparked by childhood experiences, particularly in a recycling business with his father, highlighting the importance of leverage.

{You can hear the full episode on Thursday August the 1st}

Tonya discusses how she integrated technology and people throughout her career in various tech verticals, emphasizing her accidental path to focusing on AI and her role in writing a book on the subject with ChatGPT. The conversation delves into AI's impact on business and strategic vision, drawing parallels to previous technological revolutions and discussing the transformation of the job market. 

Tonya highlights examples of job roles affected by AI and opportunities for elevation through reskilling and adaptation. Predictions are made for AI's impact on the American economy in the next decade, emphasizing the potential for creating new job opportunities. Concerns about the ethical implications of AI are addressed, along with the importance of balancing risks and benefits. 

Tonya explores the need for education and awareness about AI for the general public and its role in entrepreneurship and business development. She explains ChatGPT and its applications in business and writing, discussing authenticity and creativity in AI-generated content. Finally, she explores the transformative potential of AI in connecting people, particularly in a post-pandemic world, with AI being viewed as a catalyst for communication and collaboration.

Highlights:

{03:30} Tonya's journey from rural upbringing to technology leadership

{09:15} The impact of AI on business and strategic vision

{22:15} Concerns about the ethical implications of AI

{30:30} ChatGPT and its applications in business and writing

{33:34} The transformative potential of AI in connecting people

Tonya Long bio:

Tanya is an entrepreneur, speaker, and author who is the leading voice in digital transformation, artificial intelligence, integration, and governance. Tanya drones from a unique range of perspectives, from rural Tennessee's tobacco farms to corporate America's boardrooms, from tech innovation hubs to Bangalore's bustling tailings. 

As a veteran technology transformation, her leadership strength is built on two decades of experience steering multinational teams in various technology verticals and advising private boards in the technology, human capital, and publishing sectors through our efforts. 

She has led teams in 15 countries to restructure delivery models and integrate acquired talented technology. She has also hired and developed executive teams and shaped newer cultures, generated over 1.5 billion in documented bottom-line impact, and launched 400 product releases into the market. 

She established Greenfield operations in China and Ireland, integrating 1,000 employees and associated technologies into new companies via 20 strategic M&A integrations. She has also delivered corporate initiatives and programs serving customers like Walmart, Bank of America, Apple, Barclays, HSBC, Daimler, and Chrysler and converted 2.8. Clean product portfolio from a Prem to SAS / subscription. She also authorizes the best-selling book AI and the new Oz Leadership's Journey to the Future of Work. 

Tanya is more than just an AI leader. She's a way-shower who seamlessly connects technology with the human experience.

Connect with Tonya:

Website: https://quantumcrow.ai

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyajlong

Tonya discusses how she integrated technology and people throughout her career in various tech verticals, emphasizing her accidental path to focusing on AI and her role in writing a book on the subject with ChatGPT. The conversation delves into AI's impact on business and strategic vision, drawing parallels to previous technological revolutions and discussing the transformation of the job market. 

Tonya highlights examples of job roles affected by AI and opportunities for elevation through reskilling and adaptation. Predictions are made for AI's impact on the American economy in the next decade, emphasizing the potential for creating new job opportunities. Concerns about the ethical implications of AI are addressed, along with the importance of balancing risks and benefits. 

Tonya explores the need for education and awareness about AI for the general public and its role in entrepreneurship and business development. She explains ChatGPT and its applications in business and writing, discussing authenticity and creativity in AI-generated content. Finally, she explores the transformative potential of AI in connecting people, particularly in a post-pandemic world, with AI being viewed as a catalyst for communication and collaboration.

You can hear the full episode on July 25th

Alicia Butler Pierre shares personal anecdotes and pivotal realizations, such as the importance of business acumen in navigating the marketplace and the recognition of utilizing innate talents for entrepreneurial ventures. Through her experiences, Alicia underscores the essence of the American Dream, emphasizing the freedom and opportunities to shape one's skills into profitable ventures. 

Alicia delves into practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, including accessing capital, understanding funding sources, and leveraging resources like the Small Business Administration. Alicia's insights also touch upon the significance of adaptability, listening to customer needs, and continuous learning in the entrepreneurial journey. 

Alicia encourages listeners to broaden their perspectives through travel, gaining valuable insights into global opportunities and challenges.

Highlights:

{03:00} A personal journey into entrepreneurship

{06:00} Utilizing natural skills and talents for business success

(13:30} Advice for college students with business ideas

{18:45} Lessons learned and challenges faced

{26:15} Financing options, including crowdsourcing, venture capital, and grants

{31:00} Appreciating the freedom and opportunities available in America

Alicia Butler Pierre bio:

Alicia Butler Pierre is the founder and CEO of Equilibria, Inc. Her operations career began over 25 years ago while working in various chemical plants and oil refineries. She invented the Kasennu framework for business infrastructure. 

And she was altered behind the facade. How to structure company operations for sustainable success. She produces the weekly top 2% business infrastructure podcasts with a global audience of 70+. Alicia is also an adjunct instructor of lean principles at Purdue and the university and serves as the USA Chair of the G1. Hundreds of micro, small, and medium enterprises recognized her as a top 50 thought leader in operational excellence as a chemical engineer. 

As an entrepreneur, she's designed and optimized processes for small businesses, large enterprises, nonprofits, and government organizations. Alicia has been seen and heard on business radio (CBS 46). Minitab, the Bronxnet podcast movement, the coaching show, and the founders of Colour

Connect with Alicia:

Website: 

• https://www.eqbsystems.com

• https://www.sba.gov 

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/aliciabutlerpierre