Let's Talk About It

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  • 56 - From Movers to Removers: Strategies to Empower Today's Organizations with Sally Foley-Lewis

    Your host, Jeff Arnold, interviews the Motivational Speaker, Sally Foley-Lewis. Sally categorizes middle managers into movers, improvers, and removers, each with unique needs. She shares her approach to coaching, emphasizing the importance of aligning individual aspirations with organizational roles. Sally discusses her book, "The Middle Matters," which offers strategies for empowering middle managers. Sally highlights the critical role middle managers play in organizational success and the impact of effective leadership development.

    Want to learn more about Sally's work? Check out her website HERE.

    Connect with Sally on LinkedIn.

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    20 min
  • 55 - Execution Over Knowledge: The Key to Successful Leadership with GrowthSource Coaching's Steve Smith

    Your host, Jeff Arnold, interviews the President, Founder, Business and Executive Coach, and Management Team Trainer of GrowthSource Coaching, Steve Smith. Steve shares his extensive experience in coaching executives, business owners, and operational managers. Key topics include the misconception that leadership is innate, the challenges leaders face when transitioning to higher roles, and the critical role of effective management in company profitability. Steve also discusses his journey into coaching after a career in consumer products manufacturing and outlines his onboarding process for potential coaching clients. He emphasizes the importance of focus and execution.

    Want to learn more about Steve's work? Check out her website HERE.

    Connect with Steve on LinkedIn.

    Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE

    23 min
  • 54 - From CPA to World Traveler: A Millionaire’s Journey to True Freedom with Financial Journey's Keith Blackborg

    Your host, Jeff Arnold, interviews the Owner of Financial Journey, Keith Blackborg. Keith shares his journey from a CPA at Deloitte to founding his own CPA firm and transitioning into real estate investments. He discusses the personal challenges of rapid growth, the decision to sell his CPA practice and a transformative three-year global travel experience. Keith emphasizes the importance of community, generational wealth, and enjoying the journey rather than just the destination.

    Want to learn more about Keith's work? Check out her website HERE.

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    16 min
  • 53 - Crushing Curveballs: Transforming Challenges into Leadership Opportunities with GTM Flow's Joelle Kaufman

    Your host, Jeff Arnold, interviews the Strategy and Revenue Catalyst of GTM Flow, Joelle Kaufman. Joelle shares her journey as a cancer survivor and introduces her "Curveball Method" for effective leadership. She discusses the importance of resilience, communication, and adaptability in both personal and professional contexts. Joelle emphasizes the power of knowledge and the need for leaders to create a personal leadership manifesto. Joelle highlights certain insights on overcoming adversity and fostering supportive, high-performing teams.

    Want to learn more about Joelle's work? Check out her website HERE.

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    19 min
  • 52 - Educating the Media: Turning Innovative Ideas into Relatable Concepts with Gotham PR's Courtney Lukitsch

    Your host, Jeff Arnold, interviews the Founder and CEO of Gotham PR, Courtney Lukitsch. Courtney shares her extensive experience in public relations, discussing the evolution of her agency over 22 years. She delves into Gotham PR's target clients, emphasizing strategic repositioning for mid-sized companies, and the thorough onboarding process. Courtney highlights the importance of focus, communication, and adaptability in business, particularly leveraging LinkedIn for professional growth. She offers valuable insights on career development and client relationships, underscoring the significance of strategic thinking in the dynamic PR industry.

    Want to learn more about Courtney's work? Check out her website HERE.

    Connect with Courtney on LinkedIn.

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    17 min
  • 51 - Breaking the Mold: Redefining Luxury Through Diversity and Client Understanding with Elizabeth Solaru

    Your host, Jeff Arnold, interviews Elizabeth Solaru, CEO and founder of the Diversity in Luxury Awards and author of The LUXPreneur. Elizabeth shares her journey from microbiologist and headhunter to luxury entrepreneur. She discusses the importance of diversity in the luxury industry and the insights from her book, which serves as a practical guide for aspiring luxury brand owners.

    The conversation covers understanding luxury clients' psychographics, the role of mentorship, and effective marketing strategies. Elizabeth emphasizes inclusivity and adapting to changing consumer behaviors in the luxury market.

    Want to learn more about Elizabeth's work? Check out her website HERE.

    Check out Elizabeth's book, The LUXPreneur, HERE.

    Connect with Elizabeth on LinkedIn.

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    18 min
  • 50 - Mastering the Art of Customer Acquisition: Insights on Building a Systematic Approach to Marketing with Clickx's Solomon Thimothy

    Your host, Jeff Arnold, talks with the CEO and Co-Founder of Clickx, Solomon Thimothy. Solomon discusses the evolution of his business from building websites to focusing on lead generation and customer acquisition. He emphasizes the importance of a systematic approach to marketing, particularly for "boring" industries, and shares his growth formula: "acquisition plus retention equals growth." Solomon highlights the need for valuable content creation and being prepared for unexpected business disruptions. Solomon's insights offer a roadmap for sustainable growth in a competitive market.

    Want to learn more about Solomon's work? Check out their website HERE.

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    22 min
  • 49 - The Best Kept Secret in Real Estate: Unlocking the Power of Notes with Portfolio Note Buyers' Eddie Speed

    Your host, Jeff Arnold, talks with the President of Portfolio Note Buyers, Eddie Speed. Eddie shares his extensive experience in the real estate notes industry, which he began in 1980. He explains the concept of discounted real estate notes and highlights the advantages of investing in notes over traditional rental properties. Eddie discusses Note School's educational programs, which include online courses and live classes and offers insights into the current real estate market.

    Want to learn more about Eddie's work? Check out their website HERE and HERE.

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    21 min
  • 48 - The Resilience Playbook: Lessons from a Coach Who’s Been There with Molly Claire

    Your host, Jeff Arnold, talks with the Founder, Master Coach, Author, and Speaker, Molly Claire. Molly discusses her decade-long journey in the coaching industry, focusing on helping mothers and families. She now trains and certifies master-level coaches. The conversation highlights the importance of coaching for personal and professional growth, effective communication in leadership, and balancing work and family life. Molly shares insights from her own experiences, including challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic.

    Want to learn more about Molly's work? Check out their website HERE.

    Connect with Molly on LinkedIn.

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    20 min
  • 47 - AI Solutions for Streamlining Sales Processes in Large Enterprises with xiQ's Usman Sheikh

    Your host, Jeff Arnold, talks with the Founder and CEO of xiQ, Usman Sheikh. Usman shares his extensive background in the software industry and details how xIQ enhances sales processes for large enterprises. The platform's unique features include personalizing sales strategies and streamlining the sales funnel, making it cost-effective and efficient. Usman emphasizes the importance of personalization and offers advice for startups, highlighting xIQ's potential to revolutionize B2B sales through innovative AI technology.

    Want to learn more about Usman's work? Check out their website HERE.

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    22 min

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In the world of Let’s Talk About It: Conversations with Industry Shapers, it's about diving deep into the heart of what truly matters in leadership and business innovation. Here, we peel back the layers of your journey to reveal the essence of your impact. Our conversations are candid, our topics are poignant, and our guests are the trailblazers who've turned challenges into stepping stones for success. This is where your story of leadership, resilience, and vision comes to life.