“People join companies but quit bosses.” It’s a cliche, but nonetheless, very true. All too often, the boss we work for can significantly influence the sense of belonging, success, and opportunity that might come from our work. Therefore, making the workplace healthier for employees starts with helping managers learn how t become genuine leaders, not […]

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You probably know someone who has suffered a near-fatal and debilitating medical condition. Or perhaps you are someone who has been through such a season in life. Johanna White is just such a person. Johanna or ‘Jo’ was a young aspiring graphic designer at a big agency, but was not exactly loving her J.O.B. Yet […]

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Building a winning business requires many things. Eventually, you are forced to look at when, where, how, and to whom you must market. Properly identifying the prospect pool can be tricky. Even when you lock in on your ‘avatar’ (that ideal client/customer) it gets hard to properly share the right message to inspire them to […]

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Much has been written about the current state of mental health. Studies tell us that COVID left many people with a kind of PTSD. But even if you don’t have obvious outward symptoms, you may be struggling or know someone who struggles. This episode is dedicated to helping you better understand the breadth, depth, and […]

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Whenever we talk business, we usually speak in terms of B2B or B2C. Have you ever thought about #H2H? Yes, human to human. In reality that is how all business gets done. Business is not so much about the legal entity vs legal entity, but rather a fundamental human-to-human exchange. As you think through what […]

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A confused mind says NO! But what if YOU are the one adding to the chaos and confusion? In this busy, fast-paced world we are bombarded by noise and distractions. Taking in too much input can cause overload. Whether you suffer from inbox fatigued or cluttered closets, the life we lead requires some sense of […]

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Growing and scaling a small business is always on top of the mind for the owner/founder. So much has been written about ways to achieve growth effectively. Yet there is still so much more to learn if you want a business that grows consistently and has the ability to scale properly without eroding margins. Listen […]

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There are so many ways to attract new customers. Besides all the traditional marketing, advertising, and sales methods, one area often gets overlooked. That area is course creation. Consumers of all kinds are still seeking ‘how to’ knowledge. Whether you use YouTube, TikTok reels, or Instagram, having content packaged as a course offering makes sense. […]

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Leaders often find themselves in the position of needing to hire new employees to add to the team. Forget about the administrative aspects of hiring. We must focus on finding better ways to be effective with the critically important step of identifying the right person for the right job. Join me as we crack open […]

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Becoming a new, first-time manager is one of the most difficult jobs you might ever experience. Moving from individual contributor to supervisor or manager requires a whole new set of skills, mindset shifts, and personal pivots. Too often, people promoted to manager are not given the right training to prepare them for such role. In […]

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