In this episode of Rippled Radio, Cory sits down with leadership coach Bob Peter — known for his no-nonsense, real-world approach to developing leaders who don’t wait for someone else to fix things. Together, they dive into self-leadership, accountability, and how to create your own momentum instead of waiting for opportunity to knock.

From “making your own wave” to defining your personal non-negotiables, Bob shares stories and practical advice on how young professionals and emerging leaders can take charge of their growth — even when their boss isn’t great, the environment isn’t perfect, or the timing feels off.

Whether you’re just starting your career or leading a team, this episode will remind you that true leadership starts with how you lead yourself.

🎧 Listen now and learn how to build your own wave, create your ripples, and own your career.

Is It You… or Is It the Job? How to Know When It No Longer Fits (with Portia James, CHRO, CeriFi)

What if the problem isn’t you—or the job—but the fit?

In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Cory reconnects with his former leader and mentor, Portia James, CHRO at CeriFi, to unpack one of the toughest questions professionals face: How do you know when it’s time to move on—or double down?

Portia has spent her career advising and coaching executives, leaders, and teams through their most pivotal career moments. Her reputation? Radical honesty, unwavering authenticity, and the courage to tell the truth—whether you’re ready for it or not.

Together, Cory and Portia dive into:

• Knowing when you’ve outgrown a role (even if nothing is “wrong”)

• “Is it me or the shirt?”—a fresh way to evaluate fit without blame

• Why staying too long can damage confidence and performance

• The freedom that comes from owning your decision—stay or go

• How to build trust and speak hard truths at any level (even to the C-suite)

• Separating your worth from your job title

• Why honesty is the most generous form of leadership

This episode is raw, real, and packed with decades of wisdom.
Whether you're questioning your own fit—or leading others who are—this conversation might be the clarity you’ve been waiting for.

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Season 2 of Rippled Radio kicks off with Deemer Class—coach, entrepreneur, and founder of First Class Lacrosse. Deemer shows us that leadership doesn’t start with titles or trophies—it starts with resilience, discipline, and grit that reach far beyond the field.

In this episode, Cory and Deemer dive into the power of focusing on what you can control, why resilience is the ultimate skill, and how the habits built in sports create stronger leaders, teammates, and humans everywhere.

Be a rippler. Make your impact ripple into every part of life.

Deemer’s work: https://www.1stclasslax.com
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In our final episode of Season 1, Cory takes a deep dive into the power of adversity. From learning to overcome obstacles to embracing resilience and agility, this episode explores how facing challenges head-on isn’t just part of the journey—it’s the path to growth. Adversity is not something to avoid; it’s an opportunity waiting to be transformed into success.

As we close out this chapter, we’re incredibly grateful for your support, your stories, and your rippling moments. Keep an eye out for recap clips and reflections in the coming weeks—you won’t want to miss revisiting the moments that shaped Season 1. While we gear up for Season 2, we want to hear from you. Share your stories of overcoming adversity, your rippling moments, and the topics you want us to cover next. This is just the beginning.

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In this power-packed episode of Rippled Radio, Cory welcomes career expert and LinkedIn legend Robynn Storey, founder of Storeyline Resumes. With over 1 million followers and a fiercely loyal community, Robynn brings her signature no-BS honesty, relentless drive, and heart-led leadership to a raw conversation about risk, resilience, and the real work behind confidence.

From cold messaging Robynn during COVID to hosting her as a guest, Cory shares how Robynn words changed her own path—and how they continue to inspire thousands to bet on themselves. They talk about everything from imposter syndrome and bad resume advice to leadership, motherhood, scrappy career pivots, and building a 70-person company from her kitchen table.

Robynn opens up about what’s broken in today’s hiring landscape, how to give real feedback, and why curiosity, hustle, and community still matter most. You’ll laugh, get fired up, and probably take notes.

This one’s for the ripplers ready to cut through the noise and own their worth.

🎧 Tune in now and cheers to the ripplers.

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Follow Robynn on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/robynnstorey/

Learn more about Storeyline Resumes: www.storeylineresumes.com

At 18, Steve Garraty heard the words no one wants to hear: You have cancer. But instead of letting that moment define him, he used it to shape a life of purpose, gratitude, and resilience.

In this episode, we talk about his journey, his mindset as a leader, and how past experiences don’t have to dictate your future. His book, Greatfruit: How Cancer Led to Living a More Fruitful Life, is a must-read for anyone looking to shift their perspective and grow through adversity.

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📖 Get Greatfruit and shift your perspective: Amazon Link

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Leadership is about impact, but how do you know when to lead—or when to let someone else step in? Amy Vetter dives into what it means to own your strengths, recognize your blind spots, and build a leadership structure that actually works.

As a keynote speaker, CPA, and business strategist, Amy helps leaders align their work with purpose while creating space for the right people to thrive. In this episode, she shares insights on leadership transparency, team dynamics, and why real growth comes from knowing what you’re not good at.

🔥 This conversation is a must-listen for any leader looking to scale with intention.

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📍 Learn more about Amy’s work: linktr.ee/amyvettercpa

Cory dives into resilience—what it truly looks like, her three key reminders for staying strong, and how to keep pushing forward. Plus, a look back at a tough Buffalo Bills loss and the lessons in grit that come with it.

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What does it take to create a legacy of impact? In this episode, Jennifer McClure, the Original Rippler, shares her journey of redefining leadership and driving meaningful change. From transforming teams to inspiring communities, Jennifer’s story proves that intentional actions can create ripples far beyond what we imagine.

Join us as we explore the lessons, challenges, and moments that shaped her legacy—and discover why she’s the ultimate trailblazer in leadership transformation.

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Connect with Jennifer McClure on her LinkedIn.

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Episode 5, Part 1 explores how failure isn’t final—it’s a missed expectation or a fixable mistake. Learn to let go of fear and judgment, embrace failure, and see it as an opportunity to grow and try again. So let’s chase failure, chase mistakes, and stop chasing perfect—start chasing progress.

Redefine Failure as Your Launchpad.

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