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This week on the Forbes Books Podcast, Joe welcomes Phil Geldart, founder and CEO of leadership training firm Eagle's Flight. With nearly 20 years' experience in leadership at Nestle Canada, and nearly 25 years leading a global experiential learning company, Phil has unique expertise in driving organizational performance through strategic talent development and highly effective cultures. In their conversation, Phil shares insights on how to build a high-performing, values-driven culture. They discuss key strategies for improving productivity through changed behavior, and truly harnessing the potential in each individual. Phil also provides practical tips for leaders at all levels on empowering employees, optimizing training investments, and leading with empathy during times of change. Whether overseeing a team of 5 or 50,000, listeners will come away with actionable advice to help transform their organization's culture and performance.

For five decades, the legendary southern rockers Lynyrd Skynyrd have electrified audiences worldwide with their signature sound that captures the soul and spirit of America. Through incredible highs and heartbreaking lows, including the tragic loss of frontman Ronnie Van Zant, Lynyrd Skynyrd has persevered with an indomitable will to keep sharing their gift of music. They continue to tour to sold-out crowds, carrying on their legacy and pursuing the American dream. Now, they bring their southern roots into the spirits world with the aptly-named Hell House whiskey - a fitting tribute to their tenacity and passion for music that has defined generations. The torch is carried by Ronnie's brother, Johnny Van Zant, who joins us to share the story behind Hell House and what lies ahead for this iconic band, whose music is woven into the fabric of American culture with over 30 million records sold. Though faced with adversity, Lynyrd Skynyrd endures, continuing to captivate new generations with their unforgettable sound.

Finding purpose and meaning in life is easier said than done. In this week's episode of the Forbes Books Podcast, Joe is joined by Suneel Gupta to discuss his new book Everyday Dharma: 8 Essential Practices for Finding Success and Joy in Everything You Do. Suneel knows firsthand the struggle of losing one's inner compass. After outward success as a CEO and public health expert, he felt unfulfilled - until he rediscovered his dharma. Now he's made it his mission to help others avoid that aimless drift. Tune in as Suneel and Joe have an enlightening conversation about finding your sacred calling. Discover simple, actionable ways to live and work with purpose. If you want to rediscover meaning amidst the chaos, this is one podcast episode you won't want to miss!

This week Joe welcomes Joel Holland, an entrepreneur who is boosting rural economies across America. As the CEO of Harvest Hosts, Joel has created a service that connects RVers with unique overnight camping experiences at local businesses like wineries, farms, museums, and more. Through these win-win partnerships, Joel has helped nearly 5,000 small businesses generate new revenue streams simply by inviting RVers to visit their locations. In fact, last year alone, Harvest Hosts brought over $40 million in additional sales to these small business owners—all at zero cost to them. Beyond the numbers, Joel is dedicated to creating mutually beneficial relationships between RVers and small towns across the country. He knows that when you support small businesses, you support the heartbeat of local communities. Joel Holland is proof that entrepreneurship can drive a positive impact and strengthen rural economies across America.

Joe welcomes Jenn Drummond, a world record holder, author, podcaster, and inspirational speaker to the podcast. Jenn has achieved incredible accomplishments in both her personal and professional life, including climbing the second highest peaks on each continent after surviving a life-changing car accident. She's the owner of a successful business, a mother of seven, and the author of two books - Take Your Second Summit and the upcoming Quit-Proof. Jenn also hosts the popular Second Summit Podcast, where she shares insights and stories that inspire others to rise above expectations and reach their personal summit. In this episode, listeners learn more about Jenn's amazing journey, how she overcame obstacles and doubts, and how she helps others find their purpose and passion.

In this episode, Joe explores the changing face of higher education and how it affects millions of college students who are starting or continuing their studies this year. This week's guest is leading one of the oldest and most prestigious institutions of higher learning in the country. He is Andrew Hsu, the President of the College of Charleston. He is an innovative and accomplished leader, a distinguished scholar, and a fervent champion of higher education. He has led the College of Charleston to achieve remarkable achievements in academic quality, student success, diversity and inclusion, and community engagement. In this conversation, we discuss his vision for the future of higher education, his personal and professional journey from China to the US, and why everybody loves Charleston.

Are you ready to be inspired by a remarkable story of resilience, innovation, and impact? Then you don’t want to miss this episode of the Forbes Books Podcast, where Joe speaks with Emilie Poteat, the founder and CEO of Advocate, a company changing the lives of millions of Americans who need disability benefits. Emilie is not only a brilliant entrepreneur and investor but also a courageous disability advocate who overcame her own challenges and turned them into an opportunity to help others. She created Advocate, a platform that uses cutting-edge technology to make the application process for benefits easier, faster, and more transparent. Emilie shares her journey, vision, and advice for anyone who wants to make a positive difference.

This Forbes Books Podcast episode features pioneering social entrepreneur Frank Altman, founder of Community Reinvestment Fund. Listen as he discusses his new book "A New Capitalism" and his vision for reinventing an inclusive, opportunity-driven economic system. Over his 30+ year career, Frank has been instrumental in driving billions of dollars of investment into affordable housing, small business, and community development. Now, equipped with decades of hands-on experience, Frank makes a compelling case for rebuilding capitalism to extend economic mobility to underserved groups. Tune in to hear Frank explain the systemic changes required to reinvent capitalism, building on his proven track record catalyzing opportunity for disadvantaged communities nationwide. Don't miss this timely conversation with a leading social finance visionary about creating an economy that benefits all people, not just the privileged few.

Is there a better way to connect with other parents who share your values, preferences, and needs besides Facebook? What if you could create your own community of trusted caregivers who can support you and your children in times of need? That’s the idea behind Carefully, a revolutionary app that is transforming the way parents find and provide childcare. Carefully is not just another babysitting service. It is a platform that empowers parents to build their own care circles, where they can exchange care with other parents, earn credits, and access vetted professionals. In this episode, Joe is joined by Leslie Borrell, the CEO and founder of Carefully. Leslie tells us how she came up with the idea for Carefully, what are the benefits and challenges of creating a network of parents, how she is using technology to enhance trust and safety, and what are her plans for scaling and expanding her business. If you are a parent who is looking for a better way to manage your childcare needs, or if you are interested in learning from a successful and inspiring entrepreneur who is changing the world for the better, you don’t want to miss this episode.

In this episode of the Forbes Books Podcast, Joe welcomes Jaqui Rice Gold and her father, Jerry Rice, the co-founders of G.O.A.T. Fuel. Together, they have created a family business that is driven by passion, purpose, and performance.They talk about how they started G.O.A.T. Fuel, what makes their product unique and effective, how they balance their personal and professional relationships, and what advice they have for aspiring entrepreneurs. Jerry also discusses some hot topics in the world of sports, such as Julian Edelman’s comments on the Kelce Brothers podcast, and how Jerry Rice thinks his career would have turned out if he had been drafted by the New York Jets. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this episode of the Forbes Books Podcast with Jaqui Rice Gold and Jerry Rice.