What if the stories we tell ourselves and each other have the power to change the people we interact with and, ultimately, the world? In this episode, we explore how everyday moments of connection, kindness, and courage can create a wave of positive change that touches countless lives.

About Pamela Holz:Pamela Holz has lived a lot of chapters in her life. Her earliest taste of fame was as a News Anchor and reporter for Cherry Street News, the televised program put on by her fourth-grade teacher, Mrs. Kay Grabow. Inspired by this phenomenal woman, Pamela became a teacher, finding herself right out of college in a one-room school in Northern MN, teaching grades 1-8. After several years of teaching other people's children, she spent a decade raising and teaching her own four kids. Returning to the workplace meant stints in real estate, home design, a cooking show at a natural food store, taking care of the troops with the USO, responding to the needs of the community with the Red Cross and now helping businesspeople connect so that they can grow their businesses. 

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For years, Marc A. Wolfe coached leaders and entrepreneurs through their biggest obstacles, but he kept seeing the same roadblock: the “yeah, but” mindset. Discover why he knew this book had to be written—and how it can help you get unstuck.

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How can writing about yourself become writing about the reader? Discover how putting your journey on paper can offer readers a new way of looking at the world and presenting ideas in a way that other books cannot.

About Mickey Burnim:Mickey L. Burnim's career spanning over 40 years exemplifies servant leadership across multiple institutions. He served in key roles, including Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs at the University of North Carolina system office, Provost at North Carolina Central University, Interim Chancellor and Chancellor at Elizabeth City State University, and President of Bowie State University. Burnim also chaired boards for the American Association of State Colleges and Universities and the Central Intercollegiate Athletics Association. Additionally, he took interim presidential positions at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore and Coppin State University. Since 2017, Burnim has continued his impact as a consultant and certified executive coach. 

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How can a stranger’s words transform your perspective? Explore how one conversation about time and dedication made a daunting mental and physical feat into an achievable goal.

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Former CIA intelligence collector Bonnie Stith reveals how inaction isn’t just a missed chance—it can have consequences far greater than the cost of failure.

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From flying at 30,000 feet to navigating challenges on the ground, pilots face their own ‘Yeah, Buts.’ Risk is constant, and the path forward isn’t always clear. How does one commercial airline captain turn turbulence into opportunities for growth and resilience?

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From NBA players to Olympic medalists, even the best of the best encounter their own ‘Yeah, Buts.’ Dr. Ruth Gotian reveals how these high achievers face challenges strikingly similar to our own. What’s their secret to overcoming doubts, turning setbacks into stepping stones, and maintaining a balance between relentless ambition and staying true to themselves?

Dr. Ruth Gotian's extensive career has focused on optimizing success through mentorship and leadership development. She is the Chief Learning Officer, Associate Professor of Education in Anesthesiology, and former Assistant Dean of Mentoring and Executive Director of the Mentoring Academy at Weill Cornell Medicine. Hailed as an expert by Nature and Columbia University, she researches high achievers like Nobel laureates and CEOs to extract practices for peak performance. She is a contributor to Forbes, Psychology Today, and host of the "Optimizing Success" show and podcast, as well as the winner of the Thinkers 50 Distinguished Achievement "Radar" Award, ranking her the #1 emerging management thinker in the world. Her impact spans publications, keynotes, awards, and books encapsulating her insights. Her latest book, Financial Times Guide to Mentoring, enables senior and aspiring executives to both give the support they need as a mentor and how to seek mentoring for themselves. 

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How did a young professional transform her passion for social justice into a global movement, becoming a CEO and award-winning leader before turning 30?

Gabrielle Thompson's journey has been driven by empowering vulnerable populations and championing justice globally. She has worked as a development practitioner across continents, immersing herself in community challenges. Now the President and CEO of IDEAS, an organization removing barriers to dignity, Gabrielle previously led an anti-human trafficking organization and taught at Middle Tennessee State University. Recognized for her impact, she received honors like Nashville's Top Professionals 30 under 30, Top 40 under 40 Professionals, and MTSU's Alumni Achievement Award.

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What's holding you back from reaching your goals? Join The Yeah, But Podcast… with Marc A. Wolfe to address those 'Yeah, But's head-on. Marc provides practical advice while guests share their inspiring journeys and valuable insights. Together, we’ll explore how to take impactful steps toward meaningful personal and professional growth.

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