In business, it is critical to continue sharpening your leadership skills. When it comes down to it, the power of your leadership rests in your ability to communicate clearly and confidently. In this episode, I am proud to introduce you to coach, public speaker, and podcast host, Robert Kennedy III. Robert makes it his priority to help people deliver critical messages with confidence. He helps his clients make a positive impact on the culture of business by showing them how to inspire their employees.

Robert and I discuss the different types of communication and what you may be communicating without being aware of it. We even talk about the value of using your name as your brand in order to be able to manage the pivots that we often make on our entrepreneurial journey. Lastly, if you are looking to uplevel your influence as a public speaker, Robert shares how he can help you get the response you are desiring most from your audience. Robert is also a life-long learner and loves the way building his own business has helped him develop personally and teach his kids that anything is possible. 

In this episode you'll learn:

• How communication impacts the culture of a business
• What working with Robert can look like
• Why relationship building is a cornerstone of your success

How to Connect with Robert: 

Website 

Twitter

Facebook

LinkedIn

Do you consider yourself an introvert? If so, you will find this episode very interesting and relatable. Our guest today is Chelsey Brooke, a professional mental health counselor, published writer/blogger, and pathfinder coach for introverted women. 

Chelsey helps women who are introverted (like me) find their authentic self. Chelsey and I chat about the characteristics of introverts compared to extroverts, and how that affects how you may interact in certain situations. There are several aspects of running a business that can be challenging for those who are introverts. In this episode, Chelsey shares great tips on how to thrive as an introvert in the workplace. 

In this episode you'll learn:

• What an introvert is and what it is not
• Why knowing how your brain works and how you process information can help you advocate for yourself in the workplace
• Why it's so important for introverts to schedule down times to recharge. 
• How to work with your strengths instead of against them

How to Connect with Chelsey:

Chelsey's Website

Chelsey's Instagram

Chelsey's Facebook

Chelsey's Freebie

Have you ever heard of a fractional CEO? I hadn't until I met today's guest, Ken Wentworth. Ken is a CFO, cash flow expert, speaker, and best selling author. Ken, otherwise known as Mr. Biz, explains how he helps business owners establish a solid financial path. Ken worked for more than twenty years in the corporate world in a fortune 15 company. After making his way to the top 3% in his company, Ken decided to resign. 

Ken shares how he made the decision to leave the corporate world in order to help as many business owners as he possibly could. In this episode, we chat about how it is beneficial for entrepreneurs to focus on their skillset and receive help for aspects of their business that they aren't as knowledgeable in. You will be inspired after listening to Ken's passion for what he does for a living!

In this episode you'll learn:

• How outsourcing can significantly help grow your business
• The importance of following a path that you love
• The power in tracking and modifying how you spend your time

How to Connect with Guest:

• Mr. Biz Solutions Website
• Ken's Facebook
• Ken's Instagram
• Ken's Twitter

Today I am grateful to have Rushi Adhia on the show, an expert customer relations consultant for SAS and E-Commerce start-ups. Customer care is such a critical piece to sustaining a successful business and Rushi has some excellent insight to share. This is especially relevant to you if you are preparing to launch and need to consider what level of support you will need to connect with customers. Rushi's own entrepreneurial journey started with two businesses that flopped simply because he had so much interest in the product but not enough customer support. 

Rushi shares how many business owners do themselves a disservice when they use a FAQ page as a substitute for the relationship they could be building with a customer. Your customers need to be able to reach you whenever they want and it should be very simple to do so. Working with Rushi would start with a free consultation call. This is followed by a thorough audit that will provide you with an understanding of the areas you can improve so you can provide your customers with a phenomenal experience with your product or service. Listen to find out how you can begin to think like your customers and be more preventative and forward-thinking. 

In this episode you'll learn:

• How businesses can overlook opportunities to connect with customers unknowingly
• How Engagement, Experience, Exclusivity, and Emotion need to be at the core of your customer care strategy
• Why a CEO or co-founder should be directly involved in customer care in the beginning stages of business. 

How to Connect with Rushi:

Website

Email: [email protected]

In this episode, I am excited to introduce you to author, speaker, and mindset coach, Brooke Dixon. Brooke's story began at age 19 when she decided to learn to pursue a means to heal from the trauma in her own past. What she learned on her journey quickly opened doors for public speaking opportunities and the chance to walk alongside others to help them heal holistically in their mind, body, and spirit. 

On the show, Brooke shares her expertise in helping her clients recognize when it's time to make a change in their lives. We talk about the importance of faith in a positive outcome while still exploring how to "heal the hurt and get to the dirt". Brooke can help you make a breakthrough in determining your own trauma triggers and then learn how to acknowledge, accept, and achieve in your own life. 

In this episode you'll learn:

• You will always have the opportunity to learn regardless of the circumstances.
• There is power in being able to pace yourself and not just rush ahead to compete with the pack. 
• When we get overwhelmed, we resort to what's comfortable. 

How to Connect with Brooke Dixon

Website

Facebook

Instagram

In this episode, I talk with Sasha Laghonh, a management consultant and strategist. Sasha works with clients to help them transform and elevate performance in their lives. She also mentors and coaches individuals when they are seeking professional development. 

In her previous corporate career, Sasha experienced multiple layoffs. Sasha shares that this ended up being one of the best things that ever happened to her. This made her realize that she didn't ever want to rely on a corporation for her future.  Over the years, Sasha learned that she needed to make life and career choices that would allow her to be in control of her own happiness. Now Sasha runs her own business, enjoys the work she does every day, and has the opportunity to work with clients across several different fields. 

In this episode you'll learn:

• How setbacks can help you grow
• Why supplemental income is crucial for financial stability 
• Only you can define your own happiness
• Poor communication is detrimental to a business
• Internal drive is necessary to make changes

How to connect with Sasha Laghonh:

Sasha's Website

I can't wait for you to hear the wisdom from this episode's guest, Kristen Hinman.  Kristen is the CEO of Peare Media and a digital agency business mentor. Kristen has many years of experience in PR and publicity. A few years ago, when she realized that the PR industry was shifting to online, she wanted to find a way to bridge the gap. 

In 2016, she launched a digital agency, Peare Media. Kristen shares with us that she felt called to begin her own agency. She loves working with clients and being able to help them leverage exposure. In this episode, Kristen tells us how she found her first clients after opening her agency.

Kristen has also branched into mentoring and coaching because so many people were curious about how she built her business. Through her mentorship, Kristen creates strategies to help her clients find their clients. She focuses on determining what her clients are already doing, and what they might need to change in order to grow.

In this episode you'll learn: 

• Tips for transitioning to your own business
• Where to find mentors and why you should get one
• The importance of following your curiosity 
• When to take a step back and reevaluate your business strategies

How to connect with Kristen Hinman:

Instagram 

Facebook 

Peare Media Website

In this episode, I chat with Oumar Dieng. Oumar is a public speaking coach, motivational speaker, and life/career coach. Oumar helps people reach their goals by teaching them life changing skills and positive habits. He guides others to find their next steps in their career or finding a new direction in life. 

Oumar shares that since he was young, he loved observing people and helping them. He's always been a great listener and enjoys giving people advice. He found great interest in connecting with others in this way. This made him think, why don't I make this a business? 

Oumar mostly works with professionals in sales, IT, and general business (HR, marketing, etc.).  However, he has also worked with beginner entrepreneurs. Another group of people that Oumar coaches are those recently out of college. He supports them by teaching crucial networking and confidence-building skills.

Oumar is also the host of Motivational Voice Podcast. His podcast is all about getting people motivated to do what is necessary to meet their goals. Oumar interviews people who have overcome obstacles or achieved amazing things.  His goal is to get people to think positively. 

In this episode you'll learn:

• How you can always change your career path, no matter where you are in life.
• Tips on skills for networking, specifically for those right out of college.
• Why it's important to be visible, no matter where you work

How to connect with Oumar Dieng:

Oumar's Website

email

Facebook

Twitter

Instagram

Happy New Year! I'm looking forward to a brand new year, new program offerings for GEBJohnson, and new guests on the podcast. 

This year has been wonderful. My listeners have learned so much through our interviews, and I have learned so much as well. Here are some of the hot topics that we've focused on this year:

• Guidance on creating effective resumes
• Helping you take direction and determining your why
• Valuable tips on starting a new small business
• Shifting your thinking to a positive mindset
• Reaching your goals without getting discouraged

I'm excited to announce that some previous guests will return to the podcast this year to discuss their latest insights!

Starting in May, I will begin my Purposeful Career Academy. This will be perfect for anyone who wants to grow in their current career, change careers, start a business, and/or grow their mindsets. You will have access to a private Facebook group where you can discuss ideas and ask questions throughout this 12 week program. The Facebook group will be available to you indefinitely. 

Head over to my blog to find insights and other helpful tips to help you on your purposeful journey. If you have a question or comment, please drop me a line at [email protected] . We can always discuss guest blogging opportunities. 

Also, don't forget to visit the weekly job board for career opportunities I find throughout my weekly research!

I look forward to helping you in 2020 as we make this year a clear vision for us all. Happy New Year!

Resources mentioned in this episode: 

Patreon.com

Happiness = Success

GEBJohnson Quick n Easy Business Plan

First Steps Process

Proactive Goal Setting Toolkit

Resume eBook

Cover Letter eBook

Annual Self Analysis

GEBJohnson (website)

gebjohnsonpodcast.com

Purposeful Career Academy 

Twitter

Pinterest

Instagram

Facebook

Today I am welcoming thought coach, speaker, writer Tom Froehlich to the show. Tom has a powerful story to share of how he was able to break free from expectations, addiction, and an ordinary life. Now he has dedicated his life's work to helping others do the same. Tom believes that you are born knowing exactly your life's purpose yet is very aware of the constant competition we come up against in the voices and fears of those around us, even those that love us most. Tom and I talk about the power of limiting beliefs and what it takes to break through them. 

Tom offers some practical tips for being able to step into the life you were meant to live. He encourages us that the process must begin with just believing you can become the person you know you were meant to be. We both agree that there is also something super powerful about sitting down to make a list of the myths you are entertaining coupled with a list of strengths you know you have. These can be an excellent resource for developing a solid plan of action. We also discuss the way each of us has been challenged in positive ways through the opportunities we took to travel and experience new cultures. 

In this episode you'll learn:

• How limiting beliefs can be impressed upon us without us even being aware of it. 
• How actively engage these limiting beliefs can help you pursue your greatest joy
• How travel can expand our limited worldview

How to Connect with Tom Froelich:

Tom's Website

Facebook

Instagram

Twitter

Tom's Book: Let's Get Naked: Reveal the Undiscovered You