From Embers To Excellence™

From Embers To Excellence™

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From Embers To Excellence™ episodes

  • Transforming Organizations with Data: Insights from Data Literacy Expert Kevin Hanegan

    In this episode, join host Dave Hollenbach as he sits down with data literacy expert and author, Kevin Hanegan, to discuss how organizations can use data and analytics to transform and improve performance. From understanding the brain's decision-making process to overcoming implicit bias and groupthink, Kevin delves into the intersection of business, technology, learning, and psychology. He also shares his insights on the importance of data literacy and explains how to turn data into wisdom through a clear process and methodology. Additionally, Kevin covers the topic of resilience and the benefits of conflict in the workplace, and the difference between active and passive listening. With real-world leadership excellence examples, Kevin explores how we can collaborate with data to change ourselves, our organizations, and even the world. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about how to take your organization from embers to excellence. Be sure to check out Kevin's website at https://www.kevinhanegan.com/ and The Data Literacy Project at https://thedataliteracyproject.org/ for more information.

    49 min
  • Pro-Wrestler, Comic, Speechwriter: My Interview with Josh Womack, Author

    Joshua Womack is the author of 'I'm not a copywriter, but ...: Lessons Learned from a Late Bloomer.' He is a Senior Copywriter who lives in Downtown Cleveland with his wife Lauren, and his dog, Dori.

    Stand-up comedy. Speechwriting. Pro wrestling? Somehow, these oddball life choices led Josh Womack to copywriting. In his debut book, he talks about these experiences and more. If you're a junior or mid-level copywriter out there still trying to find your way, congrats! So is the author of this book. Have fun and keep slingin'.

    https://www.joshwomack.net/

    36 min
  • Interview with former British Army PSYOPS Operator, Tim Heale

    Tim is the host of the Ordinary People's Extraordinary Stories podcast, #1 best-selling author on Amazon, and 40+ year British Army veteran.

    Tim played a lot of rugby as a scrum half. He likes to ski telemark and has competed several times at the British Telemark Championships. He was a Hang-Gliding Instructor, played American Football for Milton Keynes Pioneers, and is a reasonably experienced offshore sailor. I believe he is Great Britain’s version of the Most Interesting Man in the World. I really enjoyed this conversation with Tim and I think you will too.

    To learn more about Tim visit his website here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118723

    https://www.facebook.com/tim.heale.1

    https://www.instagram.com/timheale9/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-heale-9-797488238/

    56 min
  • Interview with the Host of the Unlock Your Freedom Podcast, Kevin Kepple

    Kevin hosts the Unlock Your Freedom podcast which is ranked in the top 5% of all podcasts globally. He is a Gallup-certified Strengths Coach who has helped thousands of professionals look inside themselves to find clarity, discover what they love, and live a life of freedom. Through weekly episodes, Kevin provides step-by-step training, coaching and accountability to leaders who want to take their life & business to the next level! I have been a guest on his show, which led to a post interview conversation, that then led to me signing up to be a part of his mastermind group. He doesn’t just talk the talk. Kevin walks the walk so many of us want to. I have been fortunate to meet people from all over the world that are doing some amazing things. Kevin is one of those people and he has impacted me in some incredible ways. I am so grateful to have him on the show to share with all of us.

    https://www.kevinkepple.us/

    CERTIFICATIONS

    Advanced degree in strategic management

    Gallup certified strengths coach

    Certified Leadership Coach with thousands of hours of 1:1 client work.

    Trusted coach of managers, directors, VPs, C-level executives, and business owners.

    53 min
  • Interview with “Financial Alchemy®” author, Morgana Rae

    Morgana Rae is the international #1 best-selling author of “Financial Alchemy®: Twelve Months of Magic and Manifestation.” She is regarded to be the world’s #1 authority on transforming relationship with money. She has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Yahoo Finance, all the major television networks, Coast to Coast Radio, and she was a recurring Money Maven on Fox TV.  Morgana’s fans call her a “the Money Honey Lady” because of the many documented examples of clients making unexpected income of 4, 5, 6, and even 7 figures within hours of changing their relationship with money. A pioneer in personal development for close to 30 years, Morgana writes, speaks, and coaches from a desire to empower idealistic entrepreneurs, artists, healers, and humanitarians to have a big impact in the world… and to heal the rift between heart, spirit, and money.

    https://www.morganarae.com/book-prelaunch-2023/

    https://www.morganarae.com/

    How’s your relationship with money? Test yourself:

    http://DoesMoneyLoveYou.com

    Join Morgana’s community of 10.7 thousand followers on Facebook:

    www.facebook.com/MorganaPage

    1 hr 4 min
  • Interview with Neil Dudley, Host of The Cowboy Perspective Podcast

    Neil is the VP at Pederson’s Natural Farms, a farm with humane, organic, and natural practices.

    As for the Cowboy Perspective Podcast… He says that most of the things he is confident in today stem from the things he learned and continues to learn from the cowboys and cowgirls in his life. The Cowboy Perspective is his way of telling that story in hopes of being a resource to others.

    Neil and I discuss how you can deploy grit, determination, humility, and faith daily. We discuss some of the leadership lessons that he has learned in his life and career. Neil goes on to tell me about some of the lessons that he has learned from his wife and daughters, as well as the lessons he hopes he has imparted on them in return. This is a great conversation that is packed with wisdom from a cowboy’s perspective.

    https://pedersonsfarms.com/

    https://thecowboyperspective.com/

    #cowboystoic

    1 hr 1 min
  • Interview with Lieutenant Colonel Oakland McCulloch, Retired

    Oak is the author of the 2021 release, Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be. Based on 40+ years of leadership in the U.S. Army and subsequent civilian positions, Oak highlights principles that will benefit today’s leaders and inspire the leaders of tomorrow. Oak is also a well-known speaker who gives presentations on a variety of topics including leadership, success, military history, college preparation and others.

    During his 23-year career in the Army, Oak McCulloch held numerous leadership positions in the Infantry and Armor branches. He assisted in disaster relief operations for Hurricane HUGO in Charleston, SC and Hurricane ANDREW in south Florida.

    Oak's operational deployments include: Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm in Saudi Arabia and Iraq as a General's Aide-de-Camp; Support operations in Bosnia as a Congressional Liaison Officer; and A peacekeeping deployment to Kosovo as an Operations Officer.

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/oakland-mcculloch-34293256

    https://www.ltcoakmcculloch.com/

    55 min
  • Interview with Ashlee Leppert, Coast Guard Veteran and Author of “The Hurricane Within”

    Ashlee is a veteran with 14 years of active-duty service in the United States Coast Guard. Her primary job was an avionics electrical technician and flight mechanic instructor. She flew hundreds of missions during her time with the Coast Guard, rescuing over 100 people throughout her career. She trained over 60 basic aircrewman and flight mechanics who served bravely and effectively under her tutelage and beyond. In 2019, Ashlee retired due to a medical diagnosis of Myasthenia Gravis.

    Leppert received 16 medals and awards throughout her career, to include the prestigious Air Medal, Achievement Medal (2), and Letter of Accommodation (7).

    Ashlee and I discuss her book and her latest project that she intends to publish in the very near future. We have a conversation related to PTSD related to military sexual trauma (MST) and her experiences operating during Hurricane Harvey.

    To learn more about Ashlee or to connect with her through social media, visit her website here: https://ashleeleppert.com/

    36 min
  • Interview with Doug Utberg, Founder & Principal for Terminal Value Consulting

    Doug is the host of the Terminal Value Podcast and the Founder & Principal for Terminal Value Consulting. His career began with 20 years of progressive leadership experience in corporate Finance and Technology. He attained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) alongside his wife while both were working full-time. He served in the Marine Corps Reserve while in college and at the beginning of his career. During this time, he engaged in a continual string of ‘side hustle’ entrepreneurial ventures. All of these experiences gave him the tools to succeed and to help others succeed as well.

    For additional information, visit: https://terminalvalue.biz/

    46 min
  • Interview with Angie Morgan, Former Marine Corps Officer and Author of “Bet On You”

    Angie Morgan is a dynamic, creative thought leader who knows how to unlock the capability and talent of leaders at all levels.

    After serving as a Marine Corps officer, Angie led in pharmaceutical sales for Merck and Pfizer. She’s been a special advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on diversity initiatives, and engages routinely with boards and organizations to drive performance. Angie is an avid athlete — her competitive nature and motivation to win shows up in every client engagement as she inspires others to be their best.

    To learn more about Angie or to connect with her, visit: https://leadstar.us/

    43 min

About From Embers To Excellence™

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The goal of any leader is to ensure the success of their people. It is who we believe ourselves to be, who we are at our core that we must strengthen in order to take on life’s obstacles. It is what fills our innermost sphere. It is what allows us to expand or dictates the contraction of our sphere of influence. It is what gives us strength when we fail and when we encounter the inevitable hardships of life. Your personal philosophy on life, your beliefs, are what shapes how you view yourself. Remember the Oracle at Delphi’s maxim, “Know Thyself.” Who are you and what do you stand for? What gives your life meaning? Every episode a proven leader is interviewed to uncover their personal experiences in leadership development, lessons learned, and failures that led to important growth.