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We bid goodbye to a tremendous Season 3 of the podcast while we also wish our listeners a safe and wonderful holiday season. We also welcome all of our listeners, new and old, back for Season 4, which will launch February 1, 2025.

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Meet Sam Rockaway, Senior Vice President of Sales at REDCOM, a leader with over 30 years of entrepreneurial and sales expertise. Sam has been instrumental in REDCOM's growth and innovation, from founding private businesses to excelling in construction, setting a benchmark for leadership in the commercial construction industry.

This episode delves into effective sales strategies and fostering client relationships, emphasizing long-term trust and comprehensive solutions. Sam discusses meeting customer expectations, utilizing advanced technology efficiently, and tackling challenges like rising interest rates. He underscores the importance of leadership, persistence, and teamwork as pillars of success in a competitive market.

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1.    What types of projects do REDCOM specialize in?

2.    How do in-house capabilities benefit clients during property acquisition?

3.    What strategies are effective for building long-term client relationships?

4.    What are the tips for sales professionals managing long sales cycles?

5.    What tools are commonly used to manage tasks and support the sales process?

6.    How has technology influenced construction processes and efficiency?

7.    What are the biggest challenges and opportunities in the construction industry?

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[02:22] Sam's Background

[05:56] Transition to REDCOM and Initial Challenges

[06:52] Role and Responsibilities at REDCOM

[08:36] Sales Strategy and Client Relationships

[15:11] Skills for Top-Level Success

[15:11] Signature Segment: Sam's entry into the LATTOYG Playbook: Leadership Philosophy

[17:13] Tools Effective Sales Leadership

[18:21] REDCOM's Geographic Scope

[20:38] Impact of Technology

[23:10] Future of the Industry

27:21] Signature Segment: Sam's LATTOYG Tactic of Choice: Leading with Courageous Agility

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This conversation explores leadership myths, growth strategies, and the art of empowering employees through trust and innovation. It highlights a framework for purpose-driven success, the value of feedback, and the courage to adapt. Through engaging insights, today's episode unveils tools for leaders to simplify challenges and foster sustainable organizational growth.

Meet Claire Chandler, President and Founder of Talent Boost, an expert in aligning HR and business leaders to achieve strategic goals. With over 25 years of experience, she specializes in organizational design, executive coaching, and performance acceleration, helping leadership teams collaborate effectively to drive growth with minimal resistance.

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1.    What is Talent Boost's focus?

2.    Why are the services provided by Talent Boost referred to as "leadership therapy"?

3.    What are the four main pillars of the "Growth on Purpose" framework?

4.    What is the concept of leading with courageous agility?

5.    What is the importance of employee feedback?

6.    How does the analogy of a hot air balloon relate to organizational growth?

7.    What are the challenges in the leadership of organizations?

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[03:07] Claire’s Story

[05:32] Talent Boost and Leadership Therapy

[08:33] Claire's New Book: Growth on Purpose

[11:13] Break the Leadership Myth: You're Not Alone

[14:25] Feedback: The Cornerstone of Effective Leadership

[17:16] Signature Segment: Claire's entry into the LATTOYG Playbook: Framework for Growth on Purpose

[30:09] Signature Segment: Claire's LATTOYG Tactic of Choice: Leading with Courageous Agility

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This episode features Will Stokes, the Co-Founder and Chief Growth & Performance Officer of Strive Health, a leader in value-based kidney care. Strive Health partners with payors, health systems, and providers, utilizing technology and care integration to transform patient journeys from chronic kidney disease to end-stage care, serving over 121,000 patients nationwide.

Today's conversation explores Will's journey from biomedical engineering to co-founding Strive Health, its mission to improve chronic kidney disease outcomes, value-based care models, patient-centric solutions, and more.

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1.    What is Strive Health's mission in kidney care?

2.    Who is Will's role at Strive Health?

3.    How does Strive Health address challenges faced by kidney care patients?

4.    Why is early detection vital for chronic kidney disease (CKD) management?

5.    What role do partnerships play in Strive Health's value-based care model?

6.    How does Strive Health ensure care for patients in rural areas?

7.    What inspired Will to co-found Strive Health?

8.    How does Strive Health personalize the patient's experience?

9.    What are some non-clinical issues Strive Health helps patients manage?

10. What does Will identify as the biggest challenge in kidney care?

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[02:39] Will's Background and Personal Life

[04:21] Will's Career Journey in Healthcare

[07:33] Strive Health's Mission and Approach

[09:53] Challenges and Solutions in Kidney Care

[13:27] Strive Health's Business Model and Partnerships

[18:16] Signature Segment: Will's entry into the LATTOYG Playbook: Patient Experience and Care Management

[24:44] Geographic Challenges and Solutions

[26:40] Future Goals and Wishes for Kidney Care

[28:34] Signature Segment: Will's LATTOYG Tactic of Choice: Leading with Strategic Decision Making

[32:01] Connect with Will

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Meet Frank Gartland, Chief Product & Technology Officer at Skillable, a visionary leader passionate about fostering meaningful organizational culture and delivering customer-centric products. He excels in team collaboration, strategic planning, and driving innovation. Frank thrives on mentoring others, aligning purpose with core values, and empowering individuals to reach their potential through impactful contributions.

This conversation highlights Skillable's focus on hands-on learning, its role in building confidence through real-world experiences, and its client applications. Frank discusses his responsibilities, the balance between innovation and customer needs, AI integration, and the importance of clarity, collaboration, and meaningful contributions in driving Skillable's product strategy and leadership approach.

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1.    What does Skillable focus on to enhance learning experiences?

2.    Who are some of Skillable's notable clients?

3.    How does Skillable help build confidence in learning?

4.    What are Frank's responsibilities as Chief Technology and Product Officer?

5.    How does Skillable balance customer requests with development priorities?

6.    What challenges does Frank face in communication within his role?

7.    How does AI impact Skillable's product strategy?

8.    What concerns does Frank have about Skillable's organizational strategy?

9.    What is Frank's "lamp to your feet strategy"?

10. How does Skillable ensure that hands-on work is validated?

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[03:25] Personal Life and Family

[04:51] Overview of Skillable and Its Services

[06:24] Examples of Skillable's Client Usage

[10:22] Frank's Role and Responsibilities

[12:49] Balancing Customer Requests and Development

[16:27] Signature Segment: Frank's entry into the LATTOYG Playbook: A Day in the Life of a CTO

[20:16] Impact of AI on Skillable's Product Strategy

[25:40] Concerns and Future Focus

[28:33] Signature Segment: Frank's LATTOYG Tactic of Choice: Leading with Courageous Agility

[32:40] Frank's Contact Information

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Sunil Padiyar, Trintech's CTO, shares his passion for AI, highlighting its transformative power, as evidenced by his daughter's music career. Trintech's products, used by over 4,200 companies, include solutions for high-volume transaction matching and balance sheet reconciliations. He describes his role in software development and the importance of balancing customer feedback with innovation.

Sunil also shares his leadership philosophy, emphasizing continuous improvement, and offers advice on staying ahead of technological trends and the future impact of AI on jobs. Finally, he also stresses the importance of creating a fun, innovative work environment to drive team performance.

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1.    What services does Trintech provide to CFOs?

2.    How does Trintech balance customer feedback with development capacity?

3.    What leadership philosophy can be used to build high-performing teams in the technical space?

4.    What are the ways to stay on top of technology trends?

5.    What is the predicted future impact of AI on jobs?

6.    What are the pieces of advice for aspiring CTOs?

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[02:54] Sunil's AI Project

[04:34] Trintech's Services and Market Reach

[07:10] Sunil's Role and Team Structure

[09:12] Balancing Customer Needs and Development Capacity

[12:45] Leadership Philosophy and Team Building

[16:37] Staying Ahead in Technology

[18:49] Future of AI and Its Impact on Jobs

[25:07] Signature Segment: Sunil's entry into the LATTOYG Playbook: Leading at the Top of The Game

[27:27] Signature Segment: Sunil's LATTOYG Tactic of Choice: Leading with Intellectual Horsepower

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In this conversation, John Dobelbower, Vice President of Franchise Development at PIRTEK USA, discusses the company's leadership in the hydraulic and industrial hose industry. He highlights PIRTEK's role in minimizing equipment downtime through fast, efficient hose replacement services, with a commitment to a one-hour response time.

Furthermore, John explains his focus on recruiting franchise owners and providing them with tools, training, and support to succeed. He outlines PIRTEK's growth strategy, emphasizing plans to double its network and expand market share. John also addresses challenges in franchising, stressing active involvement and intrapreneurship as keys to success and long-term growth.

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1.    What is the importance of PIRTEK's one-hour response time?

2.    How does PIRTEK train new franchise owners?

3.    What growth strategy does PIRTEK aim to achieve in the next few years?

4.    What is a common misconception about franchising?

5.    What advice is given to potential franchise owners for long-term success?

6.    What is intrapreneurship, and why is it essential for leadership?

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[02:51] John's Background and Career Journey

[05:50] Overview of PIRTEK USA and John's Role

[10:33] Training and Support for Franchise Owners

[15:07] Growth Strategy and Market Opportunities

[23:31] Signature Segment: John's entry into the LATTOYG Playbook: Advice for Aspiring Franchise Owners

[29:20] Signature Segment: John's LATTOYG Tactic of Choice: Leading with Intrapreneurship

[31:16] Connect with John

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Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is of utmost importance for truck drivers, who often face unique challenges that can impact both their physical and mental well-being. Long hours spent on the road in confined spaces make it difficult to engage in traditional fitness routines, causing many drivers to struggle with issues such as fatigue, stiffness, and chronic pain. However, innovative programs like "Mother Trucker Yoga" are redefining health and fitness for this community by incorporating adaptable practices that fit seamlessly into their lifestyles.

Hope Zvara is the CEO of Mother Trucker Yoga, a trucking fitness company that provides simple trucking yoga and trucking fitness programs. Hope is a 17-year yoga veteran who is passionate about helping others live better, more rewarding lives. For nearly two decades, Hope has worked with people in pain, demonstrating how modest, easy changes may lead to huge benefits. Having understood what it is like to deal with mental demons, weight, and food, Hope has spoken on hundreds of stages, sharing her toolkit for achieving health and happiness. Now, she dedicates herself to the trucking community, providing much-needed hope to both men and women.

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1.    How has social media impacted your ability to connect with clients in your industry?

2.    What are the main challenges truck drivers face when maintaining a fitness routine?

3.    How does the limited space in a truck impact a driver's mental and physical well-being?

4.    In what ways can wellness programs be adapted to serve the needs of truck drivers better?

5.    Why is creating a safe space for drivers to discuss their health concerns important in the trucking industry?

6.    What are the benefits of focusing on one specific audience needs in your business?

7.    What is the main cause of people leaving the trucking industry?

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[02.55] Hope’s life outside of work.

[05.35] The birth story of Mother Trucker Yoga.

[09.00] How Mother Trucker Yoga works.

[11.00] The evolution of relationship-building in the trucking industry.

[13.31] The life of a truck driver.

[15.20] The Mother Trucker Yoga App.

[18.54] Signature Segment: Hope’s entry into the LATTOYG Playbook: Creating a safe space for truck drivers.

[23.10] The importance of focusing on one specific audience.

[26.06] Educating truck drivers in an early stage.

[29.53] Signature Segment: Hope’s LATTOYG Tactics of Choice: Leading with executive presence.

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A trusted advisor in technology and business, an elite performance coach, an expert in leadership transformation, an author, and a revitalizer of healthy cultures. He is the president of Claris Consulting, an executive coaching and human capital advisory firm. Having migrated from Scotland to Alabama in 1968 due to financial hardships, Hugh is passionate about helping people achieve their dreams. Now, Hugh is a nationally respected business strategist recruited to assist firms in addressing challenging business problems, building personal and professional relationships, and executing strategic projects with greater results.

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1.    How can shifting vocabulary influence one's mindset and approach to challenges?

2.    What role do professional coaches play in helping individuals explore their true potential?

3.    How can having a relationship with one’s future self influence choices in the present?

4.    In what ways can a clearer vision of the future lead to flourishing in both personal and professional life?

5.    In what ways can childhood experiences impact adult financial behaviors and beliefs?

6.    How can shifting focus from money to value creation transform business practices?

7.    What are the implications of prioritizing love in customer and employee interactions?

8.    Why is collaboration essential for achieving meaningful outcomes?

9.    How do love, talent, and value intersect to create a sense of purpose in one’s work?

10. How can a strong sense of purpose enhance one’s commitment to personal and professional development?

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FEATURED TIMESTAMPS:[03.00] Hugh’s life outside of work and his inspiring story about moving to the USA.

[06.40] Hugh’s career journey.

[12.16] People skills.

[13.14] The importance of self-discovery and shifting perspectives to unlock potential.

[15.43] The importance of cultivating a relationship with one’s future self.

[18.00] The distinction between fixed and growth mindsets.

[20.10] What the audience can take away from Hugh’s book “Lead Boldly: How to Coach Others to Greatness.”

[25.37] Transformation occurs through collaboration rather than isolation.

[27.02] Signature Segment: Hugh’s entry into the LATTOYG Playbook: The founding words of “Purpose”: Love, Talent, and Value.

[30.18] Signature Segment: Hugh’s LATTOYG Tactics of Choice: Leading with a drive for results.

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The modeling industry is a vibrant yet complex realm that has evolved significantly over the years, shaped by cultural shifts, technological advancements, and changing societal norms. Today, models traverse a terrain that is no longer dominated by traditional gatekeepers. With the growth of social media, individuals may now create their own brands, showing their unique stories and distinct beauty to a worldwide audience.

Amy Taylor is a published model, a commercial pilot, an MBA, and a member of MENSA. She has over 20 years of experience working in the modeling industry. She is one of the world's most limited but sought-after private models, based in New York but available for private modeling sessions anywhere. In this episode, we look beyond the surface of the modeling industry and discuss how you can avoid pitfalls and make a successful career.

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1.    In what ways does the modeling industry reflect broader societal issues related to beauty standards?

2.    Why is working with agents in the modeling industry not for everyone?

3.    How has social media changed the opportunities available to models compared to earlier years?

4.    In what ways can a model’s individuality and unique story contribute to their success in the industry?

5.    What are some potential challenges that models might face when building their own brands on social media?

6.    Why is it important for models, especially young ones, to stand up for themselves on set?

7.    In what ways can parents support their underage children in navigating the modeling world?

8.    How can models balance the need for immediate income with the importance of making decisions that benefit their long-term careers?

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[02.57] Amy’s life outside modeling.

[04.27] Amy’s aviation life.

[07.00] Amy shares the story of how she got into modeling.

[10.35] The evolving societal attitudes towards aging and beauty standards.

[13.00] The darker side of the modeling industry.

[16.36] Being your own agent.

[17.36] The importance of individuality, professionalism, and reputation in building a successful modeling career.

[20.31] A day at a typical photo shoot.

[22.30] What’s in the future for Amy?

[25.19] Signature Segment: Amy’s entry into the LATTOYG Playbook: Sustainability and ethics in modeling.

[29.36] Signature Segment: Amy’s LATTOYG Tactic of Choice: Leading with Strategic Decision-Making.

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