Making Waves at C-Level: Business Tips for Executives, Leaders, and Entrepreneurs

Publishing is an accomplishment for anyone, especially a young writer as they build their confidence as an author. With Illustory, My Comic Book, and My Awesome Book children can realize their potential as an author and artist, and celebrate this success with a canvas print of their story’s protagonist. With nearly 100,000 children’s books available through Lulu.com, Lulu Jr. is the ideal destination for young readers.

Lulu Jr.'s IlluStory, My Comic Book, IlluStory Junior and My Awesome Book enable children to realize their potential as authors and artists by publishing their own professionally published hardcover book or comic book. Over the decade since being launched, IlluStory has been repeatedly recognized by parents and industry organizations as a valuable tool for strengthening literacy skills, nurturing creativity and building self-esteem.

Jen Santoro who works for Lulu Jr is working hard to relaunch the brand. She loves her job, challenges her boss, and engages retailers in ways that is having a real impact on the bottom line.

In this interview she shares her story and gives advice on how people can find more fulfillment in their careers. 

Lulu Jr.'s IlluStory, My Comic Book, IlluStory Junior and My Awesome Book enable children to realize their potential as authors and artists by publishing their own professionally published hardcover book or comic book. Over the decade since being launched, IlluStory has been repeatedly recognized by parents and industry organizations as a valuable tool for strengthening literacy skills, nurturing creativity and building self-esteem.

Please visit: https://www.lulujr.com/ or your local specialty toy store to find out more.

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Publishing is an accomplishment for anyone, especially a young writer as they build their confidence as an author. With Illustory, My Comic Book, and My Awesome Book children can realize their potential as an author and artist, and celebrate this success with a canvas print of their story’s protagonist. With nearly 100,000 children’s books available through Lulu.com, Lulu Jr. is the ideal destination for young readers.

Lulu Jr.'s IlluStory, My Comic Book, IlluStory Junior and My Awesome Book enable children to realize their potential as authors and artists by publishing their own professionally published hardcover book or comic book. Over the decade since being launched, IlluStory has been repeatedly recognized by parents and industry organizations as a valuable tool for strengthening literacy skills, nurturing creativity and building self-esteem.

Jen Santoro who works for Lulu Jr is working hard to relaunch the brand. She loves her job, challenges her boss, and engages retailers in ways that is having a real impact on the bottom line.

In this interview she shares her story and gives advice on how people can find more fulfillment in their careers. 

Lulu Jr.'s IlluStory, My Comic Book, IlluStory Junior and My Awesome Book enable children to realize their potential as authors and artists by publishing their own professionally published hardcover book or comic book. Over the decade since being launched, IlluStory has been repeatedly recognized by parents and industry organizations as a valuable tool for strengthening literacy skills, nurturing creativity and building self-esteem.

Please visit: https://www.lulujr.com/ or your local specialty toy store to find out more.

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This episode is a conversation with Chad McNair from Aspen Beverage Group. 
This is a "must hear episode",

With over 18 years in product manufacturing, Aspen has become a leader in high quality custom beverage solutions. A quest for the “perfect” coffee has grown Aspen Beverage Group into one of the leading producers of liquid coffee in the world.

Civil Engineer and CEO, Chad McNair has explored every aspect of coffee extraction, knowing that every step in a process contributes – or detracts – from the final product. He developed the proprietary TRIO™ process and built an industry leader. Aspen discovered that the key to stable, excellent flavor comes from the quality and purity of the ingredients and gentle handling in the process. By applying sophisticated technology to excellent base ingredients, Aspen produces a cleaner, superior beverage. The company has consistently earned Silliker certification for exceptional food quality systems, culminating in the Silliker Platinum Award in 2008.

It all began in Chad and Shelly McNair’s family kitchen. Chad sought a perfect coffee extract that could be mixed with milk and used in a “granita” (ice slush) machine or poured over ice. He shared the resulting mix with his favorite café and the customers called it “fabulous.”

This success caused Chad to consider a new business. As he presented the idea to his wife, Shelly, he promised – her and the Lord – which he would invest only $1,000 of the family’s money and committed to never borrowing any money for this business, and if the business was not doing well in six months, he would quit and find a “real job.” Today, Aspen products are used in restaurants, convenience retailers, institutional kitchens and other foodservice operations throughout the United States and around the world. Distributors enjoy a brisk demand for Aspen products as more and more people “Enjoy the Best.”

The company was named after the rustic elegance and natural beauty they found in the Rocky Mountains, a place where people escape the rigors of daily life and relax in the splendor of God’s creation. “When our customers pour an Aspen Beverage, the aroma fills them with the feeling we get in Aspen – the clear, clean, natural feeling of the mountains.”

Whether it’s a hot cup of Aspen Colombian Blend Dark Roast or a cold, refreshing Aspen Iced Tea, Chad McNair’s vision has produced a line of beverages that satisfy customers all over the world.

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This episode is a conversation with Chad McNair from Aspen Beverage Group. 
This is a "must hear episode",

With over 18 years in product manufacturing, Aspen has become a leader in high quality custom beverage solutions. A quest for the “perfect” coffee has grown Aspen Beverage Group into one of the leading producers of liquid coffee in the world.

Civil Engineer and CEO, Chad McNair has explored every aspect of coffee extraction, knowing that every step in a process contributes – or detracts – from the final product. He developed the proprietary TRIO™ process and built an industry leader. Aspen discovered that the key to stable, excellent flavor comes from the quality and purity of the ingredients and gentle handling in the process. By applying sophisticated technology to excellent base ingredients, Aspen produces a cleaner, superior beverage. The company has consistently earned Silliker certification for exceptional food quality systems, culminating in the Silliker Platinum Award in 2008.

It all began in Chad and Shelly McNair’s family kitchen. Chad sought a perfect coffee extract that could be mixed with milk and used in a “granita” (ice slush) machine or poured over ice. He shared the resulting mix with his favorite café and the customers called it “fabulous.”

This success caused Chad to consider a new business. As he presented the idea to his wife, Shelly, he promised – her and the Lord – which he would invest only $1,000 of the family’s money and committed to never borrowing any money for this business, and if the business was not doing well in six months, he would quit and find a “real job.” Today, Aspen products are used in restaurants, convenience retailers, institutional kitchens and other foodservice operations throughout the United States and around the world. Distributors enjoy a brisk demand for Aspen products as more and more people “Enjoy the Best.”

The company was named after the rustic elegance and natural beauty they found in the Rocky Mountains, a place where people escape the rigors of daily life and relax in the splendor of God’s creation. “When our customers pour an Aspen Beverage, the aroma fills them with the feeling we get in Aspen – the clear, clean, natural feeling of the mountains.”

Whether it’s a hot cup of Aspen Colombian Blend Dark Roast or a cold, refreshing Aspen Iced Tea, Chad McNair’s vision has produced a line of beverages that satisfy customers all over the world.

In a variety of industries people try to save money by skipping hiring the professional and try to "wing it". No consultant would ever recommend this as the most efficient way to have the highest level of success, but for entrepreneurs this is a way of life because of limited funds.

In the meeting world, however, it is common to spend $50,000 on a speaker and $40,000 on a chocolate fountain for dessert, but they skip out on much less and get anyone other than a professional Master of Ceremonies.

Thom Singer is a professional speaker and master of ceremonies, and in this episode he talks about reasons why the best meetings utilize EmCees. 

But this episode is not just for #eventprofs and meeting professionals, it relates to all industries. You are a professional something. Do you know why prospective clients in your vertical should hire you vs. finding an amateur solution?

Make a list of why your customers should hire a professional.

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In a variety of industries people try to save money by skipping hiring the professional and try to "wing it". No consultant would ever recommend this as the most efficient way to have the highest level of success, but for entrepreneurs this is a way of life because of limited funds.

In the meeting world, however, it is common to spend $50,000 on a speaker and $40,000 on a chocolate fountain for dessert, but they skip out on much less and get anyone other than a professional Master of Ceremonies.

Thom Singer is a professional speaker and master of ceremonies, and in this episode he talks about reasons why the best meetings utilize EmCees. 

But this episode is not just for #eventprofs and meeting professionals, it relates to all industries. You are a professional something. Do you know why prospective clients in your vertical should hire you vs. finding an amateur solution?

Make a list of why your customers should hire a professional.

Business Productivity Coach Teresa McCloy partners with
her clients to stop being productive and do what matters.

Teresa grew up on a farm, and has always seen the benefits of working for yourself. Her father, while a hard working farmer, also had free time that other dads did not have because he was self employed. She wanted that life, and while from time to time she has worked in "jobs" she has always come back to the entrepreneurial life.

A recovering workaholic who was addicted to all the latest
apps, software, and best selling books on productivity, is now
passionate about helping business leaders and entrepreneurs
to assess their habits and execute an Individualized Productivity
System (IPS) for doing more of what matters.

Teresa is a founding trainer and coach with the 12 Week Year™
system, and uses tools such as iEnneagram© and Life Maps,
serving her clients through one-on-one coaching, webinars, and training to discover their unique talents, values and life mission.

http://www.teresamccloy.com/coolthings

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Business Productivity Coach Teresa McCloy partners with
her clients to stop being productive and do what matters.

Teresa grew up on a farm, and has always seen the benefits of working for yourself. Her father, while a hard working farmer, also had free time that other dads did not have because he was self employed. She wanted that life, and while from time to time she has worked in "jobs" she has always come back to the entrepreneurial life.

A recovering workaholic who was addicted to all the latest
apps, software, and best selling books on productivity, is now
passionate about helping business leaders and entrepreneurs
to assess their habits and execute an Individualized Productivity
System (IPS) for doing more of what matters.

Teresa is a founding trainer and coach with the 12 Week Year™
system, and uses tools such as iEnneagram© and Life Maps,
serving her clients through one-on-one coaching, webinars, and training to discover their unique talents, values and life mission.

http://www.teresamccloy.com/coolthings