The Game Changer

Daniel Bricklin, a software designer, is best known as the co-creator of VisiCalc, the first electronic spreadsheet. In addition to the spreadsheet, he helped develop one of the first word processing systems in the mid-1970's, programmed the most popular prototyping tool of the MSDOS world, helped introduce the world to the capabilities of electronic ink on pen computers, and brought new types of easy web site authoring to regular people. His products have proven to be catalysts that had major impacts on the growth of the computer industry.

The original live interview was on 5.19.09 and hosted by Chicke Fitzgerald, CEO-Solutionz

Dan's website is http://www.bricklin.com/

Jon McBride's naval service began in 1965 with flight training at Pensacola, Florida. After winning his wings as a naval aviator, he was assigned to Fighter Squadron 101 based at Naval Air Station Oceana, Virginia, for training in the F-4 "Phantom II" aircraft.

Selected as an astronaut candidate by NASA in January 1978, McBride became an astronaut in August 1979.

McBride was pilot of STS 41-G, which launched from Kennedy Space Center, Florida, on October 5, 1984, aboard the Orbiter Challenger. McBride was scheduled to fly next in March 1986, as the commander of STS 61-E crew which was one of several deferred by NASA in the wake of the Challenger accident in January 1986.

In July, 1987, McBride was assigned to NASA Headquarters to serve as Assistant Administrator for Congressional Relations. In May 1989, Captain McBride retired from NASA and the Navy, in order to pursue a business career. He is currently a member of the Kennedy Space Center Astronaut Encounter team, and does lecturing and corporate motivational presentations.

Jon's website is http://www.jsc.nasa.gov/Bios/htmlbios/mcbride-ja.html

The original live interview was on 5.19.09 and hosted by Chicke Fitzgerald, CEO-Solutionz.

John Milton Fogg is a writer, editor, speaker & mentor-coach who authored The Greatest Networker in the World. The book is a story of a dissatisfied and disheartened young man on the verge of quitting his business who's life and career are transformed "for the better, forever" by some remarkable Mentor-Coaching with The Greatest Networker in the World.

John has a BFA in Photography from the Philadelphia College of Art and have been a carpenter, laborer, salesman, photographer, Director of Marketing for a Natural/Health Food company, marketing consultant, copy and “ghost” writer, coach, Editor-in-Chief (four-times), Chairman of the Board— a whole bunch of working-world stuff.

The original live interview was on 5.19.09 and hosted by Chicke Fitzgerald, CEO-Solutionz.

John's website is http://johnmiltonfogg.com/

Pamela Skillings is a successful entrepreneur, a certified career coach, and the author of Escape from Corporate America: A Practical Guide to Creating the Career of Your Dreams, a career guide for entrepreneurs and other renegades.

Pamela walked away from the security of a six-figure job and a twelve-year corporate career to start her own business in 2005. Her company, Skillful Communications, provides consulting and coaching on communication and career development issues for organizations and individuals.

Previously, Pamela spent more than twelve years as a marketing executive for companies including Citigroup, MasterCard International, Morgan Stanley, Alliance Capital & Dean Witter.

The original interview was on 5.19.09. Hosted by Chicke Fitzgerald, CEO-Solutionz

Pam's website is http://www.escapefromcorporate.com/

Anna O’Connor (26) was diagnosed with Stage IV, high risk Neuroblastoma at age 17, just prior to her senior year at Wheaton North High School. She has endured multiple rounds of chemotherapy, major surgery to remove the primary abdominal tumor, many rounds of radiation and has participated in numerous clinical trials.

Although still plagued by disease, spreading from several bones to her lungs, liver and multiple sites in her abdomen and back, she has graduated with her B.A. in Psychology from  Wheaton College near her home in Wheaton, Illinois, and has started a foundation to benefit research for a cure for neuroblastoma called “Anna’s hope.” In May of 2011, Anna completed a Masters in Clinical Psychology with plans to work with individuals struggling with life’s challenges.

Anna is, without question, a living testament to God’s unfailing love. Anna's website is http://www.annabanana.org/

The original interview was on 5.21.09 and hosted by Chicke Fitzgerald, CEO, Solutionz.

Renie Cavallari, Claire and Janet Wildgen talk about Wings to Fly, a national, non-profit organization that promotes life long self-esteem in young women. Beginning with a fun, educational and inspirational one week educational camp, Wings to Fly focuses on the 4 building blocks of life: emotional, physical, spiritual and financial.

By integrating inspiration, knowledge, research based resources and coaching into her daily life, a young woman can aspire with confidence and self respect to design the life she dreams and become a leader of tomorrow. The original interview was on 5.21.09 and hosted by Chicke Fitzgerald, CEO, Solutionz.

The website is http://www.wingstofly.info/

Meet Frank McKinney: Real Estate Artist, 5-time International Bestselling Author, super hero meets Robin Hood, philanthro-capitalist, risk-taker, Ultramarathoner and visionary who sees opportunities and creates markets where none existed before.

In addition to his real estate artistry, Frank McKinney has now become a 5-time International Bestselling Author, and is focusing more attention on his books and writing.

Frank attributes his varied and phenomenal success to a set of life and business philosophies, which he began formulating during his years as a young entrepreneur.

These principles, found in his first bestselling book Make it BIG!, have guided him through some very tough times (especially recently), and by following them he has created a life filled with personal and spiritual fulfillment.

The original interview was on 5.21.09 and hosted by Chicke Fitzgerald, CEO, Solutionz.

Frank's website is http://frank-mckinney.com/index.aspx

Intellectual Gumbo with Chris Bradshaw-Hosted by Chicke Fitzgerald, CEO, Solutionz. The original interview was on 5.21.09

Intellectual Gumbo with Chris Bradshaw-Hosted by Chicke Fitzgerald, CEO, Solutionz. The original interview was on 5.28.09

This on demand audio series is a part of the Executive Girlfriends Group Vignette Series. Chicke Fitzgerald is interviewing leadership expert Liz Wiseman. The original live interview was 1/27/12. To order the book click HERE.

In this engaging and highly practical book, leadership expert Liz Wiseman and management consultant Greg McKeown show how Multipliers can have a resoundingly positive and profitable effect on organizations—getting more done with fewer resources, developing and attracting talent, and cultivating new ideas and energy to drive organizational change and innovation.

In analyzing data from more than 150 leaders, Wiseman and McKeown have identified five disciplines that distinguish Multipliers from Diminishers. Lively, real-world case studies and practical tips and techniques bring to life each of these principles, showing you how to become a Multiplier too, whether you are a new or an experienced manager. Just imagine what you could accomplish if you could harness all the energy and intelligence around you. Multipliers will show you how.

Liz Wiseman teaches leadership to executives around the world. She is the President of the Wiseman Group, a leadership research and development firm headquartered in Silicon Valley.

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