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In this episode, Kon Apostolopoulos delves into the importance of leadership development, the four drivers of employee engagement—feeling valued, connected, productive, and supported—and how these elements contribute to a thriving workplace and long-term organizational success. Kon also shares insights from his experience as a CEO and founder of Fresh Biz Solutions, emphasizing the need for a new leadership playbook focused on human-centric principles.
Episode Highlights:
04:25 The Importance of Human-Centric Leadership
06:26 Engagement and Productivity in the Workplace
13:34 The Four Drivers of Engagement
19:15 The Power of Connection and Team Building
25:10 The Need for Purposeful Work
Kon Apostolopoulos is an international speaker and best-selling author. His latest book, “The Engagement Blueprint: Building a Culture of Commitment and Performance,” has sparked a movement to create more human workplaces for the benefit of employers and employees.
Drawing on many years of experience as a consultant and award-winning coach, Kon works with business owners and executives to help them ignite the fire in their people without burning them out. The secret is to leverage the four drivers of engagement that will create leaders at all levels of the organization and unlock the true potential of their workforce. As a global thought-leader and trusted partner, he is helping companies build resilience in the face of change, engage their people, and make workplace wellbeing their competitive advantage.
When not working with business leaders, “Coach Kon” gives back to his community by developing young soccer players to grow in confidence, embrace the challenge of healthy competition, and succeed as members of a team. After all, through sports we can teach important life skills!
How to connect with Kon:
Website: https://www.freshbizsolutions.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachkon/
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In this episode, Dave Sanderson shares his harrowing experience as the last passenger off U.S. Airways Flight 1549 and the leadership insights he gained from it. Drawing from his background in sales and his mentorship under Tony Robbins, Dave discusses the importance of process, decision-making, and resourcefulness in leadership. He also touches on changing personal narratives, the power of mentorship, and how he pivoted to inspire others post-crisis. The episode is filled with actionable advice for current and aspiring leaders.
Episode Highlights:
07:42 Leadership Lessons from the Hudson River Landing
13:33 The Aftermath and Media Attention
29:39 Finding Your Unique Ability
31:59 Changing Your Narrative
32:53 Habits and Processes for Success
34:56 Managing Your Mindset
Dave Sanderson is a renowned leadership speaker, author, and survivor of "The Miracle on the Hudson." As the last passenger off US Airways Flight 1549, Dave turned his near-death experience into a mission to inspire resilience and community. Named one of Inc.com's Top 100 Leadership Speakers, he has raised over $14.8M for the American Red Cross, helping others navigate adversity and find opportunities in uncertainty. With a passion for mentorship, Dave empowers individuals to define their personal "life brand" and achieve meaningful goals. He lives in Charlotte, NC, with his wife, Terri, and their four grateful children.
How to connect with Dave:
Website: https://davesandersonspeaks.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hiredavesanderson/
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In this episode, Tom Oliver shares his career journey that began as an 'Army brat,' his aspirations to attend the Air Force Academy, and how he navigated challenges during his military service, including life-threatening situations while flying. After transitioning to the corporate world, Tom excelled in turnaround and crisis management roles at companies like General Foods, Nabisco, and Dole Food Company, showcasing his ability to streamline processes and improve performance metrics. Later, Tom ventured into entrepreneurship, founding a successful medical device company. Throughout his career, Tom emphasizes the importance of mentoring, developing people, and the simple but powerful principle of 'try.'
Episode Highlights:
10:19 Flying Career and Near-Death Experiences
14:31 Transition to the Pentagon
17:01 From Military to Corporate: The Big Shift
27:05 Addressing CEO Burnout
28:06 Revitalizing Dole Food Company
32:36 Innovative Solutions for Workforce Management
37:10 From Corporate to Entrepreneurship
37:41 The Power of Trying
Tom Oliver is a seasoned leader specializing in business turnarounds, change management, and strategy execution. As CEO of CoolSystems, he transformed a struggling startup into a leading medical device company, growing revenues to $19M despite significant challenges. His career highlights include leading PowerBar's $415M acquisition by Nestlé, saving Dole Food Company $131M through global productivity initiatives, and driving a 97% revenue increase at Dolefil. Known for his ability to rebuild companies from the ground up, Tom's focus on innovation, strategic growth, and culture-building consistently delivers extraordinary results across industries.
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasoliver/
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In this episode, JL Heather shares insights from his extensive experience in organizational transformations, emphasizing the importance of empowered culture, transformational leadership, and continuous improvement. Deb and JL discuss the concept of agile methodologies, human-centered design, and how to overcome innovation blockers. JL provides practical advice for leaders on how to rekindle their creativity, effectively delegate, and maintain psychological safety within their teams. The conversation also explores real-life examples of coaching successes, making it a valuable listen for senior leaders looking to enhance their leadership skills and drive organizational growth.
Episode Highlights:
04:20 Understanding Agile Methodology
07:56 The Importance of Innovation in Leadership
14:04 Addressing Leadership Burnout
22:18 Identifying and Overcoming Innovation Blockers
JL Heather is a seasoned expert in organizational transformation with 20 years of experience helping businesses achieve extraordinary results through Empowering Culture, Transformational Leadership, and Continuous Improvement. Having partnered with global brands like Ford, Pfizer, Wendy’s, and T-Mobile, JL blends a mastery of lean/agile principles with advanced coaching credentials, including CPCC and ACC certifications. A Leadership Circle Profile (LCP) practitioner and skilled facilitator, JL has led hundreds of workshops—from Design Sprints to executive team building—creating safe, dynamic spaces for leaders and teams to solve challenges collaboratively. JL’s mission is to elevate how organizations deliver value and inspire impactful leadership.
How to connect with JL:
Website: www.centered.work
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlheather/
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In this episode, Amber Shepherd, the strategic alliances business partner at Northeast Florida Economic Development Corporation, discusses her transformative career journey from rural Florida to global consulting and her extensive experience in workforce development. Amber shares insights on overcoming organizational challenges, promoting a strong workforce culture, and the importance of inspirational leadership. She emphasizes the significance of employee engagement, career growth, and breaking departmental silos for organizational success.
Episode Highlights:
02:51 Amber's Journey: From Humble Beginnings to Global Consultant
09:56 Transformational Leadership and Workforce Development
13:06 The CEO's Compass: Navigating Leadership Challenges
14:47 Amber's Secret Sauce: Achieving High Placement Rates
26:21 Strategic Workforce Development: Challenges and Solutions
Amber Shepherd is the Strategic Alliances Business Partner at Northeast Florida Economic Development Corporation (NEFEDC). As a local business owner and global consultant with a dynamic career in global B2B/B2C business development, customer service, and operations across multiple industries, she brings a wealth of knowledge and innovative strategies to her role. Having nearly 15 years’ experience in workforce development, Amber's roles in Career Services showcased her extensive expertise in aligning educational outcomes with labor market needs. Her experience enhances her ability to support workforce initiatives at NEFEDC, promoting regional economic growth through skilled workforce development. As a global executive management consultant, she drives high-impact marketing strategies, fostering growth through data-driven insights. Amber's ability to turn complex business challenges into strategic opportunities significantly enhances her role at NEFEDC, fostering economic development and community engagement while leading efforts to connect the corporation with key initiatives both nationally and internationally.
How to connect with Amber:
Website: www.nefedc.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amber-shepherd-mhrm-823b0734/
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In this episode, Steve Ramona shares his journey from his early days working at his family's health club to becoming a successful business owner by building strong relationships and continuously serving others. The conversation highlights the importance of ABS (Always Be Serving), effective networking strategies, and the long-term benefits of focusing on relationships over transactions. Steve also discusses his involvement in television and offers insights on patience and persistence in both personal and professional growth. This episode is packed with actionable advice for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone looking to make meaningful connections in their career.
Episode Highlights:
10:41 The Importance of Long-Term Relationships in Business
17:58 The CEO's Compass: A Guide to Avoid Burnout
19:07 Understanding ABS: Always Be Serving
20:07 The Power of Small Acts of Kindness
22:16 The Importance of Patience and Persistence
Steve Ramona, a unique super-connector, specializes in building partnerships through his personalized introductions. These introductions are emails and include video explanations, adding a personal touch to each connection. Steve's introductions have been incredibly successful, resulting in 25 million dollars in deals over the past 11 years. This track record speaks volumes about the value he brings to each connection.
Steve has a podcast, Doing Business with a Servant's Heart, with an audience of over 40,000 people per episode.
He also has a TV show called Together We Serve, which has a 1.2 million monthly audience and 9 million viewers on the TV channel. Steve’s shows mostly feature CEOs, founders, Presidents, and Entrepreneurs with incredible stories. Through these shows, Steve finds great people to partner with and introduces partnerships/collaborations.
How to connect with Steve
Website: https://www.servinginbusinesspodcast.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveramona/
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In this episode Marianna Kinnee takes us through her extensive two-decade journey in leadership at a Fortune 50 company, her fascination with supply chain logistics, and her exciting transition to a tech startup. Deb and Marianna emphasize the importance of maintaining order in both personal and professional realms, the intricacies of supply chain management, and Marianna's passion for mentoring. The discussion also highlights practical advice on balancing work styles, managing supply chain crises, fostering team cohesion, and preventing burnout. Marianna introduces the four pillars of growth: motivation, momentum, mindfulness, and might, which are central themes in her book and podcast
Episode Highlights:
09:51 The Importance of Leadership and Community
14:00 Challenges and Opportunities in Smaller Companies
20:13 Mentorship and Taking Risks
21:47 Strategic Career Moves
23:26 Introducing Might in Motion
23:53 The Four Pillars of Success
Marianna Kinnee is the founder of Might In Motion, LLC. Marianna mentors corporate America managers who need help navigating the perils of leadership and team building. She spent over two decades as a leader at a Fortune 50 company. Her passion is helping others build legacies. She hosts the Might In Motion podcast and recently published her first book Might In Motion: Motivation Momentum Mindfulness Might.
How to connect with Marianna:
Website: www.mightinmotion.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariannakinnee/
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/marianna_mightinmotion
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/103085776024415
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In this episode Michael Goss discusses the importance of hands-on experience, setting boundaries in family-run businesses, and the role of professionalism and succession planning. He delves into the integral connection between personal growth and business efficiency, revealing how leadership and personal issues often shape business challenges. Featuring insights on balancing professional success and personal well-being, Michael offers a holistic approach to business consulting, blending personal coaching with strategic business advice to help leaders thrive. The episode concludes with a focus on the transformative power of authenticity and individual purpose in achieving business success.
Episode Highlights:
13:43 Lessons from Family Business Dynamics
17:59 Biblical Principles in Business
20:58 The Importance of Acknowledgment and Trust
21:46 Reminder for Leaders: Avoiding Burnout
26:28 The Importance of Perspective and Thinking
28:49 The Value of Experience and Consulting
Michael Goss is a dynamic and accomplished businessman, a devoted father of four teenagers, and the husband of an incredible woman. With an impressive track record of building multiple seven-figure businesses across diverse industries—including medical, nutritional, marketing, and manufacturing—Michael’s entrepreneurial journey is nothing short of remarkable. His ventures have not only thrived locally but have also had a global footprint, with offices in Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas. Collectively, his companies have generated over $300 million in sales.Beyond his own business achievements, Michael is passionate about empowering others to create and scale their own successful enterprises. He specializes in guiding individuals to launch businesses that not only generate significant profits but also enhance their personal lives. Michael’s approach integrates strengthening marital intimacy, raising exceptional children, maintaining a vibrant and healthy lifestyle, and preserving personal identity throughout the entrepreneurial journey.
Michael's mentoring focuses on helping people discover their passion, determine their purpose, and tap into their inner power. He firmly believes that it's possible to achieve success in business without compromising family, health, or personal fulfillment. Michael’s expertise and guidance provides a roadmap to having it all, and he is dedicated to showing others how to attain this fulfillment and prosperity in their own lives.
How to connect with Michael:
Website: www.infiniteCEO.com
YouTube: @Infinite_CEO
Instagram: Infinite_CEO
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In this episode Dale Thomas discusses his journey from technology roles at Microsoft to AI consulting, emphasizing AI's role in enhancing business operations. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding client needs, exploring ethical AI usage, and the practical application of AI tools like TextCortex and Read.ai. Dale also introduces his book, 'The Ultimate AI Guide to Small Business Success,' aimed at helping business owners navigate AI innovations. Throughout, Dale shares insights on AI strategies, personalized consulting, and how AI can transform traditional businesses for increased efficiency.
Episode Highlights:
02:25 Dale's Journey in Technology and AI
04:19 Target Audience and AI Implementation
06:54 Overcoming AI Fears and Misconceptions
09:54 Developing an AI Strategy
12:53 Impact Stories and Favorite AI Tools
22:21 The Ultimate AI Guide for Small Business Success
Dale Thomas, founder of ActionableOps, is a strategic operations executive and thought leader in AI implementation for small and medium-sized businesses. With a strong ethical focus, Dale integrates advanced technologies to drive innovation. His best-selling book, The Ultimate Guide to Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) for Small Business Success (ISBN: 979-8-218-43445-8), simplifies AI for business leaders of all expertise levels. Rooted in responsible AI practices, Dale's work is shaped by his deep technical knowledge and family values, with his wife Shelagh and daughter Olivia being his biggest supporters. Dale continues to help businesses embrace AI with transparency and integrity.
How to connect with Dale:
Website: actionableops.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dale-thomas/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/actionableops
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In this episode Brian Christopher Murphy shares insights from his journey, starting from his military service at 19 to becoming a CEO and advisor. The discussion highlights Brian's leadership style, emphasizing empathy, collaboration, and the importance of understanding both supply and demand logistics. Brian reflects on his military background's influence on his career and discusses his ongoing work in mentoring future leaders. The episode also touches on leadership challenges, the significance of legacy, and strategies for managing crisis situations effectively.
Episode Highlights:
02:43 Brian's Military Beginnings
05:33 Leadership Insights and Philosophy
10:43 Crisis Management and Logistical Expertise
14:25 The CEO's Compass
Brian Christopher Murphy is a distinguished leader in supply chain and logistics, bringing over 15 years of expertise as a CEO and Chairman. A service-disabled veteran, Brian’s military background, honored with awards like the Army Commendation Medal, uniquely shapes his strategic vision. He has expanded his advisory network globally, delivering innovative, cost-efficient solutions. Known for his integrity and commitment to continuous improvement, Brian advocates for veteran employment and mentorship. A graduate of the US Army Quartermaster Academy, he is a sought-after speaker and thought leader, inspiring the next generation of logistics professionals.
How to connect with Brian:
Website: Www.cbimes.com
YouTube: YouTube.com/@BrianChristopherMurphy
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The podcast currently has 522 episodes available.