Manager Memo podcast

Jake Holmes is AI Strategist and Founder of Grow Fast, who helps business owners (Great Britian focused for now) avoid throwing money at AI tools that don't work.

Along the way we discuss – The I.m.p.a.c.t. Framework (Inventory, Measure, Plan, Activate, Culture, Track) (5:30), Relentless Grit (9:30), Favorite AI Tools (18:45), AI Promise (22:30), AI Concerns (25:45) and AI Intentionality (29:45).

For your AI Business Strategy and next steps reach out to Jake @ Grow Fast.

This podcast is partnered with LukeLeaders1248, a nonprofit that provides scholarships for the children of military Veterans. Send a donation, large or small, through PayPal @LukeLeaders1248; Venmo @LukeLeaders1248; or our website @ www.lukeleaders1248.com. You can also donate your used vehicle @ this hyperlink – CARS donation to LL1248.

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Kim Bohr is a podcaster, author, and the Chief Operating Officer of SparkEffect, a company that helps business leaders and their teams optimize operations and create clear opportunities for growth and change.

Along the way we discuss – The Journey (1:30), Need for Coaching (12:15), Company Values (13:00), Career Transition and Out Placement (17:45), Trust Research (24:30), the right level of AI (30:00), the real cost of Executive Coaching (32:15), and Mindful "Hacks" (37:30).

Note – at 24:30 of the recording, we discuss the Trust Research conducted by SparkEffect. The correct sample size was N301 (154 leaders and 147 individual contributors).

To gain access to Trust Research and Trust "Playbooks" go online @ this hyperlink SparkEffect/memo/

Access the talents and services of Kim's team @ SparkEffect.

Check out Kim's podcast @ Courage to Advance Podcast.

This podcast is partnered with LukeLeaders1248, a nonprofit that provides scholarships for the children of military Veterans. Send a donation, large or small, through PayPal @LukeLeaders1248; Venmo @LukeLeaders1248; or our website @ www.lukeleaders1248.com. You can also donate your used vehicle @ this hyperlink – CARS donation to LL1248.

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Adam O'Connor is the Chief Commercial Officer at Gear Inc., and the Co-Founder of Optimal Nexus. Adam helps design the next generation of go-to-market systems, where human trust meets machine intelligence.

Along the way we discuss – Business Process Outsourcing (2:15), Managing Different Cultures (6:30), AI Integration (8:30), the Philippines (10:45), Biz with the USA (14:30), Remote Team Rhythms (16:15), Jet Lag and Maintaining the Edge (19:00), Taking Care of Your People (21:45), the Impact of Tariffs (23:00), and the Characteristics of a Good Salesman (25:00).

Grow your business through custom built GTM Systems @ Optimal Nexus.

Access Adam's BPO services @ Gear Inc.

This podcast is partnered with LukeLeaders1248, a nonprofit that provides scholarships for the children of military Veterans. Send a donation, large or small, through PayPal @LukeLeaders1248; Venmo @LukeLeaders1248; or our website @ www.lukeleaders1248.com. You can also donate your used vehicle @ this hyperlink – CARS donation to LL1248.

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David Lapin is a C-Suite Advisor, Executive Coach and Founder of Lapin International. David helps leaders align who they are with how they lead.

Along the way we discuss – A Family of Rabbis (1:00), Leonard Bernstein's Eyebrows (4:00), Value Drivers (7:45), Deterministic vs. Humanist (11:15), Ethical Governance, South Africa (13:30), Character as a Competitive Advantage (19:30), Trust as a Strategic Lever (22:30), Humility (25:30), Managing out of Fear (29:30), and Reflection on Small Quantities of Profound Content (33:35).

Strengthen your business from within @ Lapin International.

Order a copy of David's book @ Lead by Greatness: How Character Can Power Your Success.

This podcast is partnered with LukeLeaders1248, a nonprofit that provides scholarships for the children of military Veterans. Send a donation, large or small, through PayPal @LukeLeaders1248; Venmo @LukeLeaders1248; or our website @ www.lukeleaders1248.com. You can also donate your used vehicle @ this hyperlink – CARS donation to LL1248.

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Alisher Rakhimov, is a product manager at Fluxon and author of Make Pigs Fly. In this episode, Ali offers ways to help PMs level up their game.

Along the way we discuss – the Journey (1:45), Soviet Union (6:45), That Dog Won't Hunt (11:45), Defy Mediocracy (14:00), Explain your job to Mom (17:20), Juice Not Worth the Squeeze (22:15), Ask Stupid Questions (30:30), and Woulda, Shoulda, Coulda (36:15).

Get a copy of Ali's book @Make Pigs Fly

This podcast is partnered with LukeLeaders1248, a nonprofit that provides scholarships for the children of military Veterans. Send a donation, large or small, through PayPal @LukeLeaders1248; Venmo @LukeLeaders1248; or our website @ www.lukeleaders1248.com. You can also donate your used vehicle @ this hyperlink – CARS donation to LL1248.

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Alfredo Borodowski, is an author, keynote speaker, and former Rabbi from Winchester, New York. Alfredo advocates for the value of Positive Psychology.

Along the way we discuss – From Argentia to White Plains (1:15), The Road Rage Rabbi (4:15), God Winks (8:00), Positivity + Purpose = Peak Performance (12:45), Managing Skeptics (15:30), VIA and the 24 Character Strengths (18:15), Culture of Strength (23:00), Fostering Uniqueness (27:00), Slow Down and Smell the Coffee (29:45), and the Human Upgrade (32:00).

Seeking purpose? Reach out to Alfredo @Borodowski,PhD.

Looking to understand your key Character Strengths – text "positive" to 33777."

This podcast is partnered with LukeLeaders1248, a nonprofit that provides scholarships for the children of military Veterans. Send a donation, large or small, through PayPal @LukeLeaders1248; Venmo @LukeLeaders1248; or our website @ www.lukeleaders1248.com. You can also donate your used vehicle @ this hyperlink – CARS donation to LL1248.

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Neil Twa is an author, podcaster and CEO of Voltage Holdings, LLC. Neil helps e-commerce brands launch and thrive on the Amazon FBA channel.

Along the way we discuss – Control the Controllable (1:45), Income with FBA (7:15), Marry Right (14:30) but Don't Marry Your Product (15:00), $5K a Day (24:30), Voltage Holdings (28:00), Mind Shift (31:45), and Faith Foremost (36:45).

Reach out to Neil at – [email protected]

Grab a copy of Neil's book @ – Voltage Digital Marketing

This podcast is partnered with LukeLeaders1248, a nonprofit that provides scholarships for the children of military Veterans. Send a donation, large or small, through PayPal @LukeLeaders1248; Venmo @LukeLeaders1248; or our website @ www.lukeleaders1248.com. You can also donate your used vehicle @ this hyperlink – CARS donation to LL1248.

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Josh Sizemore is a serial entrepreneur with more than two decades of experience in the Consumer Goods & Retail sectors. He is currently the Interim CEO of Feast Fast, a healthy snack alternative.

Along the way we discuss – the Journey (1:00), Seltzer Water (3:30), CBD (7:45), 1-800-GOT-JUNK (8:30), Keto Snacks (10:00), FeastFast (13:00), Entrepreneurial Energy (15:00), Keto Kocktails (20:15), and Surrogate.com, a Parent Match service (22:00).

Crush cravings. Drop Pounds? Reach out to Josh's health foods @ Feast Fast Snacks.

This podcast is partnered with LukeLeaders1248, a nonprofit that provides scholarships for the children of military Veterans. Send a donation, large or small, through PayPal @LukeLeaders1248; Venmo @LukeLeaders1248; or our website @ www.lukeleaders1248.com. You can also donate your used vehicle @ this hyperlink – CARS donation to LL1248.

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Joy in the Age of Chaos: Good Works Consulting

Fran Benjamin is a managing partner of Good Works Consulting, a company that helps businesses thrive by rewiring systems and culture through data-and-human informed solutions, equity-centered strategies, and leadership development

Along the way we discuss – A Clear Look at DEI (3:00), the Paradox of Intolerance (10:00), "Too Queer" (14:30), Good Works Assessment (21:30), Joy as an Intention (25:10), and the Full Workplace (32:30).

Take advantage of Fran's talents @ Good Works Consulting.

This podcast is partnered with LukeLeaders1248, a nonprofit that provides scholarships for the children of military Veterans. Send a donation, large or small, through PayPal @LukeLeaders1248; Venmo @LukeLeaders1248; or our website @ www.lukeleaders1248.com. You can also donate your used vehicle @ this hyperlink – CARS donation to LL1248.

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Anastasia Ristovska is the Co-Founder of Books at Ease. Her company helps transform complex financial data into actional insights that drive business growth.

Along the way we discuss – parental support (2:30), European business (6:00), capital infusion (11:10), accountant certification (16:00), success stories (18:30), data security (23:00), Wife/Husband/Business (30:30), going Global (37:30).

This podcast is partnered with LukeLeaders1248, a nonprofit that provides scholarships for the children of military Veterans. Send a donation, large or small, through PayPal @LukeLeaders1248; Venmo @LukeLeaders1248; or our website @ www.lukeleaders1248.com. You can also donate your used vehicle @ this hyperlink – CARS donation to LL1248.

Reach out to Anastasia @ Next Generation Remote Bookkeeping.

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