A disaster can strike at any time, whether natural or not, and how we react to it can mean life or death. And while it can be an unpleasant topic to talk about, proactively designing a plan is better than relying on a reactive response. Knowing what to do, where to go, and what supplies you should have in store can make a huge difference in seeing a disaster through. From coming up a base plan to exploring more financially expensive ideas, Michael Robinson talks with his guests about how best to prepare a plan for the unexpected. Guests: Andre Perry - David M. Rubenstein Fellow, columnist/author Cheryl Nelson - meteorologist, natural disaster preparedness consultant Gary Collins - survivalist/life simplification author, speaker, health expert Richie Whitt - author, blogger

The benefits of diversity in the workplace can sometimes be underappreciated. Bringing together a team where different perspectives are voiced and valued can benefit not only the corporate culture but ultimately the bottom line. So how do you go about putting together a workplace that is diverse in gender, race, age, education and more and empowering them? Should it be company policy? Michael Robinson holds two panel discussions on Workplace Diversity with his guests: Dr. Stefanie Johnson, Mark Lee, Mary Beauregard, Bill Fanning, and Monica Thakrar. Guests: Stefanie Johnson  - associate professor, University of Colorado, Boulder's Leeds School of Business Mark Lee - president & CEO, The Lee Group Mary Beauregard - intercultural and diversity consultant, Global IT Bill Fanning - vice president, America's Job Exchange Monica Thakrar - CEO, MTI, Inc.

The Department of Labor has reported (PDF) that the unemployment rate is at 4.3, the lowest it's been in 16 years. The job market is robust so what does that mean for those seeking a new job or a career change? Companies are finding that investing in their workforce to ensure a cohesive environment and holistic corporate culture is a smart move. Bad employment decisions can erode that culture as well as affect the bottom line. With companies trying new and different interviewing techniques, how can you best be prepared for the challenge of the interview process? Michael Robinson tackles this issue, first talking to Ashley Stahl and Carolyn Thompson and then holding a panel discussion with his guests: Lynda Spiegel, Lauren Milligan and Doug Ross. Guests: Ashley Stahl - career coach; CEO, Ashley International Carolyn Thompson - HR consultant; author; president, Training Systems, Inc. Lynda Spiegel - professional resume writer/job search coach; founder Rising Star Resumes Lauren Milligan - career coach/resume writer; founder/CEO, ResuMAYDAY Doug Ross - CPA; founder/managing director, Aces United LLC

Why does it seem like some people can achieve success rather effortlessly yet others struggle to meet their goals? What you have to remember is that every successful person has run into roadblocks at some point in their lives; the key lies in in how they managed to overcome such adversity and go on to achieve their success. While courage helps you also need to have a plan of action, passion and learn to focus to help keep you centered. What lessons can you take away from the stories of those who have made it and what tools can you pick up and use yourself. In this episode, Michael Robinson leads dives into lessons learned with guests Emma Eminash and Annette Goggio. Note: Jim Harshaw was not able to make the show Guests: Emma Eminash - author, "From Africa to America"; journalist & inspirational teacher Annette Goggio - MPH; EEMCP; author, "Healing: A Conversation"

We lead busy lives between work selves and our personal selves that sometimes we don't stop to listen to our own inner voice and what it may be warning us about. Our journey through life is a process of self-discovery. So how can we consciously learn more about what is inside ourselves? Michael Robinson delves into this with his guests Bob Edelstein, Lisa Hayes and Philip Grossman. Guests: Bob Edelstein - marriage and family therapist Lisa Hayes - relationship expert Philip Grossman - cinematographer

You're at work doing your projects and using tools to help you organize your workflow. Or maybe you're in charge of your company's social media and getting the message out. You're logging your activities, checking off to-do lists and keeping track of expenses. Why not transfer all those skills into how you manage and improve your personal life? Take those lessons learned and use them to effectively brand yourself or manage your time better or plan out your finances to meet your goals. Small changes can make big impacts and to help with advice and methods for leveraging those skills Michael Robinson leads a discussion with Robin Camorote, Jodi ;amp; Jason Womack, Moe Carrick and Eric Roberge. Guests: Robin Camarote - strategic planner, co-founder Federal MicroConsulting co-founder Jodi Womack, Jason Womack - cofounders, Get Momentum Moe Carrick - founder, Moementum Eric Roberge - certified cinancial planner, founder Beyond Your Hammock

Yes is a powerful word. Saying "yes" can fill you with the courage to open doors that can lead to new possibilities which you may never come across again. But this is not the "yes" of agreeing with everyone or being a doormat. Learning when to say and fully embrace yes is about knowing yourself; only you can know what is best for you. Once you recognize this, it empowers you and allows you to move forward confidently. To help us on this journey Michael Robinson talks with Peter Economy, Paula Rizzo, Tomi Boehm and Susie Moore. Guests: Peter Economy - author, publishing consultant Paula Rizzo - author, senior health producer Tomi Boehm - author, organization & life coach Susie Moore - author, founder of Side Hustle Academy

Everyone has had to deal with fear at some point. Fear is not an enemy but a friend; you just need to learn how to manage and control it. You can use fear to leap into new adventures and experiences which can lead to better outcomes and a better life. And the greater the challenge, the greater the fear you'll need to face and the key is to learn how to leverage your fear to move forward. What are the root causes of our fears and what solutions are there? Michael Robinson discusses theses issues with his guests, James Arthur Ray, Dr. Cynthia Thaik, and Nancy Sherr. Guests: James Arthur Ray - author, motivational speaker Dr. Cynthia Thaik - author, cardiologist Nancy Sherr - author, career strategist

Change is a difficult thing. Letting go of the familiar and embracing the new can be a scary process but it can also bring about positive change and enhance your life. Change is a constant in our lives and we can find a way to navigate through this change in a purposefully direction. But how can we break out of repetitive behaviors that hold us back? Michael Robinson poses these questions to his guests Raphael Natale, Signe Whitson and Diane de Mere. Guests: Raphael Natale - speaker, author, Authentic Technologies Signe Whitson - author, speaker Diane de Mere - success trainer, motivational trainer

Two people can have a mutually beneficial relationship, based on investing time and energy into a nurturing bond. Michael Robinson talks about what it takes to build a positive relationship with his guests Ryan Salazar, David Nour and Dr. Ivan Misner. Special musical guest Justyna Kelley. Guests: Ryan Salazar - editor-in-chief, Broadcast Beat Magazine David Nour - relationship economics expert; CEO, Nour Group Dr. Ivan Misner - founder, Business Network Intl. Justyna Kelley - pop singer, songwriter, actress