Sustainable Success

In today's fast-paced business world, leaders often find themselves working harder but not necessarily smarter, caught in a cycle of long hours, competing priorities, and diminishing returns. The challenge? Too many leaders spread their focus across low-value activities, leaving little time for strategic thinking, innovation, and personal freedom.

On the next episode of Sustainable Success, we dive into the power of the 80/20 Rule identifying the 20% of actions, clients, and strategies that drive 80% of your results. You'll learn how applying this principle can free you from daily overwhelm, help you eliminate distractions, and align your energy with high-impact activities that accelerate growth.

By shifting from busyness to intentional productivity, business leaders can reclaim time freedom, improve team efficiency, and focus on what truly moves the needle. If you're ready to stop managing chaos and start building a business that gives you both results and freedom this episode is for you.

Michael J. Barbarita Jr. is an accomplished entrepreneur, award-winning public speaker, and co-author with over 40 years of success across retail, manufacturing, and service \companies.

After launching his career as a financial analyst, Barbarita led the retail chain Ski Town USA from $2.5 to $8 Million in annual revenue in less than five years, before launching Next Step CFO in 2007 to provide business owners with more time freedom and more consistent profits through implementation of financial and business strategies that their competition isn't doing!

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About Christopher Salem

Christopher Salem, the dynamic host of the Sustainable Success Show, has been empowering business leaders, entrepreneurs, and organizations for nearly 8 years. Through thought-provoking weekly content, Christopher delivers actionable insights that inspire growth and sustainable success in today's ever-evolving marketplace.

His show spotlights influential thought leaders, offering transformative strategies to overcome challenges, enhance performance, and achieve long-term goals. Christopher's expertise, coupled with his dedication to fostering professional and personal development, has made him a trusted voice in the world of leadership and entrepreneurship.

Discover more about Christopher and the Sustainable Success Show at www.christophersalem.com and www.sustainablesuccess.net.

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What if you could break through self-doubt, build resilience, and create lasting success without sacrificing your well-being? This uplifting discussion will teach you the 10 science-backed skills that fuel human flourishing and sustainable achievement. We'll dive into real-world tools for overcoming obstacles, finding meaning, and aligning your actions with your deepest values. Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or passionate about personal growth, you'll leave inspired and equipped to flourish in every area of life. Join us for a journey of self-discovery, connection, and practical wisdom designed to help you write your story of sustainable success.

About Guest:

Dr. Joseph Marc Zagerman (Dr. Joe) is a passionate college professor, corporate trainer, keynote speaker, and lifelong personal and professional growth advocate. Dr. Joe has spent years inspiring students and professionals to reach their full potential with a teaching style that blends humor, heart, and practical wisdom. Known for his commitment to making a positive difference, he believes education is more than just a career, it's a calling to empower others to thrive and flourish in every aspect of their lives. Outside the classroom and corporate training room, Dr. Joe is a self-proclaimed long-haired dachshund enthusiast and has been singing and enthusiastically playing guitar (badly) since 1977. His unique ability to connect with audiences—whether through teaching, music, or humor has earned him a reputation as a relatable, engaging, and unforgettable speaker. Driven by a deep sense of purpose, Dr. Joe is dedicated to helping others discover their potential, embrace their strengths, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Social Media Channels: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/josephzagerman Gmail: [email protected] (Note: I'm still working on my website presence, LLC filing, and social media presence.)

About Christopher Salem

Christopher Salem, the dynamic host of the Sustainable Success Show, has been empowering business leaders, entrepreneurs, and organizations for nearly 8 years. Through thought-provoking weekly content, Christopher delivers actionable insights that inspire growth and sustainable success in today's ever-evolving marketplace.

His show spotlights influential thought leaders, offering transformative strategies to overcome challenges, enhance performance, and achieve long-term goals. Christopher's expertise, coupled with his dedication to fostering professional and personal development, has made him a trusted voice in the world of leadership and entrepreneurship.

Discover more about Christopher and the Sustainable Success Show at www.christophersalem.com and www.sustainablesuccess.net.

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Visibility can flip an empath's gifts into glitches. We unpack why the same traits that make you a powerful listener, healer, and strategist can trigger sabotage when the spotlight hits.

Feeling others' emotions can blur your message, sensing room shifts can spark over‑calibrating, and caring more than most can turn into over-giving.

We will translate the most common traits holding empaths back, into clean leadership moves, then practice how to steady the nervous system so you can be seen without overwhelm.

If you are emotionally divergent (or work closely with somebody that is) and tired of the start‑stop cycle, this episode shows you how to anchor Lighthouse Energy, hold Energetic Sovereignty, and claim conscious visibility that your system can actually sustain.

About Guest:

Mell B mentors em-pathic leaders in Energetic Sovereignty who want to step into and expand their visibility without burnout.

She teaches intuitive mastery with emotional strategy and energy protection so clients can reclaim their mission and operate as an Unwavered Leader.

Through frameworks like the Claire Signature Mapping, and the 3S Leaders Edge, Mell guides sensitive high performers to hold clean boundaries and grow a presence their nervous system can actually sustain.

She brings lighthouse energy to every conversation and a calm precision that decodes complexity into calm clarity so you can move from overgiving into conscious success.

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About Christopher Salem

Christopher Salem, the dynamic host of the Sustainable Success Show, has been empowering business leaders, entrepreneurs, and organizations for nearly 8 years. Through thought-provoking weekly content, Christopher delivers actionable insights that inspire growth and sustainable success in today's ever-evolving marketplace.

His show spotlights influential thought leaders, offering transformative strategies to overcome challenges, enhance performance, and achieve long-term goals. Christopher's expertise, coupled with his dedication to fostering professional and personal development, has made him a trusted voice in the world of leadership and entrepreneurship.

Discover more about Christopher and the Sustainable Success Show at www.christophersalem.com and www.sustainablesuccess.net.

Connect with Christopher on Social Media:

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• Instagram: @chrisrsalem
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• LinkedIn: Christopher Salem
• YouTube: Christopher Salem Channel

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In this episode of Sustainable Success, we dive into the 7-11-4 Rule, a powerful framework rooted in marketing psychology that reveals how many interactions it typically takes for your audience to know, like, and trust you. Business owners will discover how to apply this rule to communicate their value clearly, establish credibility through social proof, and accelerate relationship-building with prospects and clients. We'll also share practical ways to position your expertise authentically across digital platforms, networking opportunities, and client interactions to create stronger connections that lead to sustainable business growth and long-term success.

About Guest: Cody Blocker

Cody Blocker is an Amazon #1 Best selling author and ghostwriter of over 50 books. As a certified Emotional Intelligence coach and former Chaplain, Cody helps leaders, coaches, and founders to transform their experience into books and branding that build instant credibility, generate social proof, and do the heavy lifting of authority, so their brand speaks volumes before they ever say a word.

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About Christopher Salem

Christopher Salem, the dynamic host of the Sustainable Success Show, has been empowering business leaders, entrepreneurs, and organizations for nearly 8 years. Through thought-provoking weekly content, Christopher delivers actionable insights that inspire growth and sustainable success in today's ever-evolving marketplace.

His show spotlights influential thought leaders, offering transformative strategies to overcome challenges, enhance performance, and achieve long-term goals. Christopher's expertise, coupled with his dedication to fostering professional and personal development, has made him a trusted voice in the world of leadership and entrepreneurship.

Discover more about Christopher and the Sustainable Success Show at www.christophersalem.com and www.sustainablesuccess.net.

Connect with Christopher on Social Media:

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• Instagram: @chrisrsalem
• Twitter: @chrisrsalem
• LinkedIn: Christopher Salem
• YouTube: Christopher Salem Channel

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In this episode, we sit down with Bill Walters to explore The New Diversification: Leveraging Fractional Ownership in Wealth Strategies. From real estate to private equity, fractional ownership is reshaping how investors build portfolios. Bill unpacks how this approach can enhance diversification, address tax considerations, and mitigate risk while making once-exclusive asset classes more accessible. Tune in to discover how fractional ownership can be integrated into holistic financial planning for long-term success.

About Guest:

Bill Walters is a dedicated financial advisor and passionate advocate for families navigating complex life challenges. With a background shaped by personal resilience, from overcoming childhood medical adversity to caring for his mother through six years of dementia and raising a daughter with emotional, medical, and psychological needs. Bill brings empathy, strategy, and heart to his work. He knows firsthand the burden and beauty of complicated family dynamics, and he channels that lived experience into every conversation with the families he serves. Before becoming a Financial Guru, Bill walked a deeply personal journey. He witnessed how his mother's suffering could have been minimized with proper professional care and learned the importance of planning ahead, not just financially, but with intention and love. Now, he;s on a mission to help families like his achieve a lifetime of financial stability and solvency.

One of his clients in Texas is a testament to that mission. Just three years ago, at age 37, she followed Bill's debt-elimination plan to the letter. In just 18 months, she became debt-free, moved out of her parents home, launched her own business, and is now on track to retire with a nearly million-dollar nest egg. Bill's professional expertise is backed by real-world results and robust credentials. A graduate of Drexel University's five-year business program, he credits his most valuable lessons not to textbooks, but to life itself. In addition to his financial and management experience, he has co-authored two international bestsellers (The Equation and Cracking the Success Code), serves on the board of directors for three non-profits, and has raised over $160,000 in a single night as a fundraising chair. He also sits on the finance committee for two churches and has coached Special Olympics athletes for over a decade.

Bill guides families who care for others children, aging parents, and loved ones with disabilities through financial and estate planning grounded in compassion and clarity. His approach is rooted in the belief that financial planning is more than numbers, it's about honoring stories, protecting legacies, and empowering families to thrive through uncertainty. When he says he listens with purpose and offers solutions with heart, it's more than a motto—it's a reflection of his life.

Are you ready to move from scarcity to abundance?

Schedule a 15-minute discovery call: https://calendly.com/wjwalters/15-minute-discovery- session

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About Christopher Salem

Christopher Salem, the dynamic host of the Sustainable Success Show, has been empowering business leaders, entrepreneurs, and organizations for nearly 8 years. Through thought-provoking weekly content, Christopher delivers actionable insights that inspire growth and sustainable success in today's ever-evolving marketplace.

His show spotlights influential thought leaders, offering transformative strategies to overcome challenges, enhance performance, and achieve long-term goals. Christopher's expertise, coupled with his dedication to fostering professional and personal development, has made him a trusted voice in the world of leadership and entrepreneurship.

Discover more about Christopher and the Sustainable Success Show at www.christophersalem.com and www.sustainablesuccess.net.

Connect with Christopher on Social Media:

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In this episode, Dagmara Asbreuk will share a new paradigm that is transforming the way leaders, teams, and organizations operate, unlocking human potential, creating exponential growth, and driving extraordinary impact with greater ease.

We begin with why this shift is urgently needed in today's complex business world, where outdated leadership models often lead to burnout, disengagement, and stalled growth.

She then take you through my own journey, including the challenges I faced and the breakthroughs that led me to discover and live this new way of leading and working.

You'll learn what this paradigm is really about moving beyond traditional, force-driven leadership into one that is rooted in trust, alignment, emotional intelligence, and sustainable success.

She also unpacks the framework behind this approach: a practical system that empowers leaders to elevate self-awareness, build high-performing teams, foster innovation, and create cultures of psychological safety and resilience.

Finally, we'll explore how this shift transforms leaders and their organizations helping them adapt faster, collaborate more effectively, and achieve results that go beyond financial metrics to lasting impact on people and communities.

This is not just a conversation about leadership, it's an invitation to embrace a new way of working and living that changes everything.

About Guest:

Dagmara Asbreuk partners with executives & founders to help them embody extraordinary leadership transforming their organization, business, or career. With 15+ years in global corporate leadership, 10+ years in deep coaching and transformation, career transition, she brings a rare blend of strategic leadership insight paired with executive coaching and deeper inner work expertise. In her presence leaders feel not only safe to expand, seen and understood - but awaken higher potential and inner power.

She helps leaders lead and navigate different chapters with clarity, calm confidence, ease and bold authenticity while building a business and life that's deeply aligned with who they truly are. She has had the honor of working with leaders from organizations such as Microsoft, GE, Maersk, Chanel, IKEA, Roche, GE, Denso etc.

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About Christopher Salem

Christopher Salem, the dynamic host of the Sustainable Success Show, has been empowering business leaders, entrepreneurs, and organizations for nearly 8 years. Through thought-provoking weekly content, Christopher delivers actionable insights that inspire growth and sustainable success in today's ever-evolving marketplace.

His show spotlights influential thought leaders, offering transformative strategies to overcome challenges, enhance performance, and achieve long-term goals. Christopher's expertise, coupled with his dedication to fostering professional and personal development, has made him a trusted voice in the world of leadership and entrepreneurship.

Discover more about Christopher and the Sustainable Success Show at www.christophersalem.com and www.sustainablesuccess.net.

Connect with Christopher on Social Media:

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Why do so many high-achieving women feel unfulfilled, even after checking every box of the "right" goals—career success, family milestones, and personal achievements? In this insightful conversation, I sit down with Dr. Laurie Emery, an expert in human behavior and personal transformation, to unpack The Pressure Paradox: the hidden tension between external success and internal satisfaction.

Dr. Laurie shares why this stuck feeling happens, the subtle ways it shows up in decision-making, and how to break free without blowing up your career, relationships, or life you've worked so hard to build. We'll explore practical strategies to realign with what truly matters, release the weight of unrealistic expectations, and create a life where achievement and fulfillment actually coexist.

If you've ever thought, "I should be happier than this," this episode will give you the clarity and tools to step into your next chapter with confidence and purpose.

About Guest:

Dr. Laurie Emery, a Doctor of Psychology and the founder of Ignite Your Life, where she helps high-achieving women break free from burnout, internal blocks, and self-sabotage. A two-time Business Woman of the Year, Laurie blends psychology, somatics, and soul work to guide women into aligned, purpose-driven success. Her coaching has helped thousands shift from pressure to power, and today, she joins us to share the mindset, emotional clarity, and transformational tools needed to thrive from the inside out.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurieemery/

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About Christopher Salem

Christopher Salem, the dynamic host of the Sustainable Success Show, has been empowering business leaders, entrepreneurs, and organizations for nearly 8 years. Through thought-provoking weekly content, Christopher delivers actionable insights that inspire growth and sustainable success in today's ever-evolving marketplace.

His show spotlights influential thought leaders, offering transformative strategies to overcome challenges, enhance performance, and achieve long-term goals. Christopher's expertise, coupled with his dedication to fostering professional and personal development, has made him a trusted voice in the world of leadership and entrepreneurship.

Discover more about Christopher and the Sustainable Success Show at www.christophersalem.com and www.sustainablesuccess.net.

Connect with Christopher on Social Media:

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Most people use ChatGPT for words. But workplace leaders need to think in images, systems, timelines, and trade-offs. In this episode, Charles explains how to combine AI with visual-first tools like Trimble Connect, Matterport, and Revit to lead complex projects with greater clarity. Key Points You'd Make: AI + visuals = decision clarity, especially in complex, multidisciplinary environments. Using ChatGPT to interpret 3D scans, site photos, and engineering inputs without needing a technical background. Why your meetings get shorter and your decisions get better when you move from documents to immersive walkthroughs—with AI as interpreter. How leaders can use ChatGPT to 'see around corners' in projects: surfacing risks, blind spots, and misalignments early. Why It Matters: Senior workplace leaders are overwhelmed with inputs. This approach lets them move faster, understand more deeply, and lead with confidence across disciplines.

About Guest: Charles Corley

Charles is an architect with over 30 years' experience and is Director of Development for M Moser Associates. Charles has been country head of several offices in Asia and led hundreds of workplace projects. During this time, he has pioneered virtual design and construction methodologies as well as led organizational development. Since 2022, Charles has broadened his role as the applied Generative AI advisor for leadership and organizational Impact, helping leadership in the AEC industry greatly increase their effectiveness.

About Christopher Salem

Christopher Salem, the dynamic host of the Sustainable Success Show, has been empowering business leaders, entrepreneurs, and organizations for nearly 8 years. Through thought-provoking weekly content, Christopher delivers actionable insights that inspire growth and sustainable success in today's ever-evolving marketplace.

His show spotlights influential thought leaders, offering transformative strategies to overcome challenges, enhance performance, and achieve long-term goals. Christopher's expertise, coupled with his dedication to fostering professional and personal development, has made him a trusted voice in the world of leadership and entrepreneurship.

Discover more about Christopher and the Sustainable Success Show at www.christophersalem.com and www.sustainablesuccess.net.

Connect with Christopher on Social Media:

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• Instagram: @chrisrsalem
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In this enlightening episode of the Sustainable Success Show, discover five powerful somatic practices that help you release stress, ease anxiety, and support natural healing from within. Learn how tuning into your body's signals can unlock deep resilience, emotional balance, and lasting well-being—without relying on quick fixes or medication. Whether you're a high achiever, caregiver, or simply burned out, these science-backed, body-based techniques offer a sustainable path to peace and vitality.

About Guest: MarBeth Dunn

MarBeth Dunn is a Master Energy Intuitive and an international speaker on the topics of world peace, inner peace, and meditation. A spiritual teacher for over 35 years, she mentors highly sensitive, emphathic women to manage their energy, and release stress. She is the Founder and Director of Ten Million for World Peace, Inc.

According to MarketWatch, "Renowned Meditation Expert MarBeth Dunn, with her nearly 40 years of experience teaching meditation, peace, and miracles, has demonstrated the power of meditation and unified consciousness to reduce violence in many parts of the globe."

She is the award-winning creator of the World Miracle Peace Experiment, which correlated with a 20% drop in Middle East violence in 2018.

MarBeth is the award-winning creator of the World Miracle Peace Experiment, which correlated with a 20% drop in Middle East violence in 2018. Her inspiring work has been featured on FOX, NBC, CBS, and The CW.

For more information on Marbeth Dunn,

https://marbethdunn.com/

About Christopher Salem

Christopher Salem, the dynamic host of the Sustainable Success Show, has been empowering business leaders, entrepreneurs, and organizations for nearly 8 years. Through thought-provoking weekly content, Christopher delivers actionable insights that inspire growth and sustainable success in today's ever-evolving marketplace.

His show spotlights influential thought leaders, offering transformative strategies to overcome challenges, enhance performance, and achieve long-term goals. Christopher's expertise, coupled with his dedication to fostering professional and personal development, has made him a trusted voice in the world of leadership and entrepreneurship.

Discover more about Christopher and the Sustainable Success Show at www.christophersalem.com and www.sustainablesuccess.net.

Connect with Christopher on Social Media:

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In this powerful episode of Sustainable Success, we explore what it truly means to be free—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually—through the lens of sobriety. Our guest shares a raw and inspiring journey of breaking free from addiction, dismantling limiting beliefs, and discovering a higher version of self. Learn how choosing sobriety not only transformed their personal life but also unlocked new levels of purpose, clarity, and sustainable success in business and beyond. If you're seeking a reset or looking to rise above your struggles, this episode is your invitation to begin again—with power, with purpose, and with freedom.

About Guest:

Todd Crandell

Todd Crandell has devoted his personal and professional journey to guiding individuals through the challenges of addiction and destructive behaviors. With firsthand experience of the transformative power of sobriety, Todd emphasizes the critical role a balanced, holistic lifestyle plays in attaining and maintaining long-term recovery. His unwavering commitment to helping others stems from his belief that recovery is not just about breaking free from addiction but about rediscovering purpose, health, and happiness.

Through his motivational and educational speaking engagements, Todd inspires audiences with his powerful story and actionable strategies for overcoming addiction. In addition to speaking, Todd offers personalized support to individuals seeking freedom from alcohol or drug dependency, equipping them with the tools and mindset needed to embrace a life of sobriety and fulfillment.

• Bachelor Of Business Degree From Lourdes College
• Master Of Counseling Degree From Spring Arbor University
• Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor With Supervision Designation
• Licensed Independent Clinical Dependency Counselor With Clinical Supervision Status

About Christopher Salem

Christopher Salem, the dynamic host of the Sustainable Success Show, has been empowering business leaders, entrepreneurs, and organizations for nearly 8 years. Through thought-provoking weekly content, Christopher delivers actionable insights that inspire growth and sustainable success in today's ever-evolving marketplace.

His show spotlights influential thought leaders, offering transformative strategies to overcome challenges, enhance performance, and achieve long-term goals. Christopher's expertise, coupled with his dedication to fostering professional and personal development, has made him a trusted voice in the world of leadership and entrepreneurship.

Discover more about Christopher and the Sustainable Success Show at www.christophersalem.com and www.sustainablesuccess.net.

Connect with Christopher on Social Media:

• Facebook: Personal | Sustainable Success | Professional
• Instagram: @chrisrsalem
• Twitter: @chrisrsalem
• LinkedIn: Christopher Salem
• YouTube: Christopher Salem Channel

Join Christopher to unlock the keys to your sustainable success!