On this episode of One Step Beyond, we are joined by Thorsten Dietz, Chief Operating Officer of a reinsurance company based in Munich, Germany. On this episode, Aram and Thorsten delve into the experience of being a value-driven punk navigating the corporate world. This conversation explores the concept of not opting out to create an impact, and using motivated reasoning to shape our approach to business. It also touches on the importance of fostering an environment where employees feel respected and empowered to act independently. ON THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT Seizing opportunities Getting involved to gain a deeper understanding […]

On this episode of One Step Beyond, we are joined by Chris Carraway, Staff Attorney, Animal Activist Defense Project at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. On this episode, Aram and Chris chat about the drive to make things happen, and the willingness to step outside your bubble to do it. This conversation explores the beliefs and ideas that laid the groundwork for Chris to become a lawyer. Chris’s activism in the animal rights and environmental movement and his outreach involving defendant and prisoner support ultimately led him to pursue law school, and to the work he does […]

On this episode of One Step Beyond, we are joined by Karrie Arthurs, founder of Blackbird Electric Tattoo in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Karrie Arthurs is a person who forged her own path because she had to. On this episode, we dive into building a business outside of the industry standard, and the choice to use your platform to create conversations, and effect change. Aram and Karrie discuss the ethics of traditional tattoo apprenticeships and what’s changed in her 20 years of tattooing. ON THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT Underrepresentation in tattooing It’s business and it’s personal Changing the paradigm in […]

Our Ask Aram episodes flip the script as podcast guests and listeners submit their questions and #askaram. This week on One Step Beyond, Aram unpacks the three types of interactions: normal, high value, and high stakes. He also answers questions about when to pivot, team dynamics, and more. Connect with Aram:https://www.linkedin.com/in/aram-arslanian-cadencelc/ Connect with Cadence Leadership & Communication:https://www.linkedin.com/company/cadence-leadership-communication/

Our Ask Aram episodes flip the script as podcast guests and listeners submit their questions and #askaram. This week on One Step Beyond, Aram unpacks the three types of interactions: normal, high value, and high stakes. He also answers questions about when to pivot, team dynamics, and more. Connect with Aram: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aram-arslanian-cadencelc/ Connect with Cadence [...]

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On this episode of One Step Beyond, we are joined by Stephanie Klocke, Vice President of Research & Development at BD Peripheral Intervention. This episode dives deep into working in the innovation space. This conversation explores ideation and making things happen. Stephanie explains how ideas are never dead, and are revisited as technology and the market changes. In this conversation, Aram and Stephanie discuss her path from being an individual contributor to leading a team and being responsible for their development. ON THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT Engineers in medical technology who innately want to help people Working in the […]

On this episode of One Step Beyond, we are joined by Paul Miller, Senior VP of Sales at Precision Record Pressing. The power of tangible music is undeniable. In this episode, we dive into the magic of the record manufacturing process. Aram and Paul explore how the vinyl industry has evolved throughout the years, from indie labels, major labels, and a resurgence. This conversation explores figuring it out and making things happen. Paul describes how expansion gives opportunities to specific parts of the music ecosystem, and the value of extending your network. ON THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT Resurgence of […]

On this episode of One Step Beyond, we are joined by Marc, founder of M.A.D. Tourbooking. This episode tells the intriguing story of being a part of first wave punk in Europe. Mark describes organizing squat venue shows and taking the leap to starting the first legitimate booking agency for hardcore, punk and metal in 1983. Aram and Marc discuss what it takes to build up a network, and the criticism that comes with success and creating change. ON THIS EPISODE WE TALK ABOUT Being a part of first wave punk Organizing the first independent booking agency for punk and […]

Our Ask Aram episodes flip the script as podcast guests and listeners submit their questions and #askaram anything.    This week on One Step Beyond, Aram unpacks questions about the art of compromise in the corporate environment, email practices, sticky email situations, and more. Connect with Aram:

Our Ask Aram episodes flip the script as podcast guests and listeners submit their questions and #askaram anything.    This week on One Step Beyond, Aram unpacks questions about the art of compromise in the corporate environment, email practices, sticky email situations, and more. Connect with Aram:  [...]

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