Making Maverick Moves

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Real stories, practical leadership tips, and a wake-up call to unleash your maverick mindset.

Timestamps

00:00 – Meet Gina: Army vet, FBI agent, and fearless leader

00:39 – Why men apply before they're ready—and women often don't

01:19 – Credentials aren't everything—vision is

02:03 – Your differences aren't weaknesses—they're your edge

02:47 – Turn "gaps" into growth: how to frame your story

03:24 – Build your leadership narrative, not just a resume

04:45 – Speak up, ask bold questions, and challenge the status quo

06:07 – Build a support squad and lift others as you lead

06:45 – Create a space where innovation and risks thrive

08:06 – Stop checking boxes—lead with courage and authenticity

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From corporate HR to launching her own leadership company, Julie opens up about authenticity, courage, and building trust.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro: Julie Farbaniec's leadership journey

01:43 - Why "just because you think it, doesn't make it true"

03:27 - The damage of unvalidated assumptions in leadership

06:00 - What is a strategic pause? (Viktor Frankl's quote explained)

08:19 - How a strategic pause builds more leadership choices

11:20 - Always Be Validating (ABV): A leader's mindset shift

13:21 - Embracing spectral thinking: multiple truths can exist

16:26 - Julie's inner critic "Gretchen" and Positive Intelligence

21:43 - Gina's TEDx story: overcoming public speaking fear

23:05 - Why courage matters more than comfort in leadership

26:16 - Building courage through small acts and micro-wins

27:13 - Julie's Maverick Move: leaving Blizzard to start her own business

31:05 - Redefining identity: "I used to be… but now I am…"

33:45 - Lessons learned: worthiness and micro-wins

36:12 - How to amplify self-awareness as a leader

38:32 - Identity shifts after leaving law enforcement (Gina's reflection)

41:12 - Why Girl Scouts' mission matters for young women

45:41 - Closing poem: A Poem for a New Beginning by John O'Donohue

47:52 - Outro & call to action

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Charles Antis, founder of Antis Roofing, shares the emotional journey of how a single act of generosity reshaped his life, business, and industry. From giving away his first roof to leading national philanthropic initiatives, Charles proves that fearless giving can build both legacy and impact. This inspiring conversation is packed with powerful moments on leadership, vulnerability, and turning business into a force for good.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction to Charles Antis & his purpose-driven mission

01:35 – The emotional story of giving away his first roof

06:00 – How that one act shaped company culture and values

07:47 – Why storytelling matters in leadership and branding

13:56 – "Stop telling our story—tell yours": a mindset shift

27:55 – How Ronald McDonald House helped his family & sparked a national initiative

34:44 – Vulnerability, authenticity, and leadership redefined

39:06 – Airplane story: a metaphor for stepping up when it matters

44:40 – Charles on wealth, hoarding, and giving generously

48:19 – Upcoming book: Fearless Giving and inspiring global impact

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Heather Brown's journey from surviving childhood abuse to becoming a fierce advocate and trial lawyer is one of the most powerful stories of resilience and purpose you'll ever hear. In this episode of Making Maverick Moves, Heather shares how her trauma became her motivation to prosecute child predators, change institutional policies, and support survivors through both criminal and civil law.

If you or someone you know has ever faced adversity, this episode is a must-watch. Heather's story is not just one of survival—it's a roadmap to justice, empowerment, and change.

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A powerful conversation on second chances, purpose, and building dignity through workforce reentry. What does it take to follow in the footsteps of a legendary founder — and make the mission your own? In this inspiring episode, Bonnie Pomish, CEO of Working Wardrobes, shares her bold journey of stepping into leadership with authenticity, compassion, and courage. From empowering veterans and formerly incarcerated individuals to redefining perfectionism and building a values-driven team, Bonnie reveals what it truly means to lead with heart. If you've ever struggled with self-doubt, leadership identity, or finding your purpose — this conversation is for you.

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro: Who is Bonnie Pomish?

02:02 – The mission of Working Wardrobes

04:15 – Serving veterans and translating military skills

06:22 – Parallels between reentry from military & incarceration

07:24 – Succeeding founder Jerry Rosen & "wearing your own shoes"

12:04 – Leading with vulnerability and strengths-based leadership

20:55 – Being a recovering perfectionist & embracing 1% growth

23:06 – Learning through failure and trusting team members

34:16 – What a vulnerable workplace culture looks like

37:54 – Advice for future leaders: be a good human

43:04 – Ways to support Working Wardrobes (time, talent, treasure)

47:25 – Bonnie's biggest maverick move: moving to CA with no plan

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Picture the resolve it takes to track Soviet spies across Cold‑War Europe, then rise through the ranks of one of the world's premier law‑enforcement agency—only to step onto a TEDx stage and turn those lessons into a talk that moves strangers to act. That constellation of careers belongs to Gina L. Osborn. Gina's sister, Lisa Osborn, guides today's conversation. For three decades Gina has served country and community, proving that duty and daring are not mutually exclusive. In this episode you'll hear Gina's most gripping field stories and, more importantly, the frameworks she uses to turn adversity into advantage—tools you can apply to elevate your own life and career. If you've ever been told to stay in your lane and felt the instinct to build a brand‑new highway instead, this conversation is for you.

00:00 – From Cold War to TEDx: Meet Gina L. Osborn

03:48 – Her first Maverick Move at 16

06:39 – A stranger in the library changed her life forever

09:55 – Getting into the FBI during a hiring freeze

14:07 – Her first big case: crashing an organized crime ring

18:49 – Life at FBI HQ & inspecting field offices

22:56 – Inside the Sony hack investigation (North Korea)

30:55 – The real story behind LA Metro's safety crisis

36:56 – Fired for telling the truth—what happened next

39:37 – Fighting for Metro's own police force

42:58 – Rebuilding after the fallout: TEDx, podcast & purpose

51:29 – How to make your own Maverick Move

We’re talking about the power of influence, leadership, and high-stakes decision-making with someone who knows exactly what it takes to turn challenges into opportunities.  My guest is Gary C. Laney—CEO of Success Masters, serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, and a true turnaround expert. With experience leading 20+ businesses and a track record of scaling revenue and building influential networks, Gary embodies what it means to make Maverick moves in the world of entrepreneurship and leadership.  In this episode, we unpack the defining moments that shaped his journey, the principles behind his competitive leadership strategies, and how trust and relationships can accelerate success. If you’re ready to think bigger, lead stronger, and take bold action, you won’t want to miss this conversation. 

In this Power Moves and Leadership Lessons episode, we're talking about a lesson that separates the Mavericks from the Masses: It doesn't matter if your ship comes in if your port isn't built to dock it. You've heard the saying, "You're ship will come in." That sounds great, right? But here's the real question: When that ship arrives, will you be ready? Opportunities don't wait for you to get ready. It shows up, and if you don't have the foundation, the skills, and the mindset in place beforehand, that ship will sail right past you. So today, we're breaking down why preparation is everything, how your port protects you in the storms of life, and I'll give you three powerful ways to build your port NOW so you're ready when your moment arrives.

Courage isn't just about jumping out of planes or standing before a roaring crowd. It's the quiet, relentless force behind every bold decision, every career pivot, and every moment you refuse to settle for less. It also keeps so many people stuck, afraid to take the next step. Today, we're breaking down courage - what it really is, how to strengthen it, and why it's the key to making your Maverick Move.

What is a Maverick Move? We talk a lot about Maverick Moves on this show, but Gina wanted to spend some time unpacking what that looks like and why it's essential for building the life and career we genuinely desire. It's not about making impulsive, rash decisions. It's about being intentional, making choices that are aligned with our authentic selves, and carving our own paths, even when the world is pushing us in another direction. In this Power Moves and Leadership Lessons episode, Gina says a Maverick Move doesn't always look like one giant leap. It's often a series of small, powerful steps.