Thoughts That Rock

"All good things..." Yep, after 5 fantastic years, we have decided to hang up our headphones and mics...for now. Our topic this week is "How to Close Out a Podcast Show". Come take one more ride with us on this final episode of Thoughts That Rock.

TOPIC:  How to Close Out a Podcast Show

GUEST: NA - Jim & Brant

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Our guest this week to share 3 thoughts on this topic is speaker, trainer and executive coach, Donna Herbel. Donna is the Chief Igniter and founder of BluePhoenix Learning, a consultancy business designed to torch boundaries, ignite potential, and spark transformation in organizations and associations, especially those dedicated to mentorship and professional development.

TOPIC:  How to Up Your Execution Game

GUEST: Donna Herbel

THOUGHT #1 - Craft Goals that Spark Action

THOUGHT #2 - Stop Talking About the Whether - Shift from "Whether" to "How" to Make Multiple Paths Appear

THOUGHT #3 - Ignite Self-Confidence

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DONNA HERBEL'S BIO:

Donna Herbel is the Chief Igniter and founder of BluePhoenix Learning. Her mission? To torch boundaries, ignite potential, and spark transformation, all while setting performance ablaze!

With a trailblazing past as Vice President of Culture andTraining at Perkins Restaurants & Bakery, Donna knows how to set leadership development and learning strategy on fire like nobody's business. But wait, there's more to this blazing inferno! As an executive coach, speaker, and trainer, she's also a torchbearer for non-profit organizations and associations dedicated to mentorship and professional development.

Donna's infectious curiosity and passion for growth invites us all to join her on a journey to let our own flames burn brighter. 

And when she's not lighting up the world of professional development, you can find her in the kitchen, setting off smoke alarms with her culinary experiments.

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Our guest this week--on a Classic Rewind episode--to share a few thoughts on this topic is management great, Tom Peters, who is the co-author of In Search of Excellence—the book that changed the way the world does business and is often tagged as the best business book ever written. He changed things up by laying down several great pieces of advice...and we relished them all. 

TOPIC:  How to Amp Up Business Through Extreme Humanism

GUEST: Tom Peters

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TOM PETER'S BIO:

Tom Peters is co-author of In Search of Excellence—the book that changed the way the world does business and often tagged as the best business book ever. 

Eighteen books, over 10 million copies and thirty-five years later, Tom is still at the forefront of the “management guru industry” he single-handedly invented. He has since written over 600 syndicated columns.

What’s new? A lot. As CNN said, “While most business gurus milk the same mantra for all it’s worth, the one-man brand called Tom Peters is still reinventing himself.” 

Tom’s bedrock belief: “Execution is strategy—it’s all about the people and the doing, not the talking and the theory.” 

In November 2017, Tom received the Thinkers50 Lifetime Achievement Award.

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In this Classic Rewind episode, we have an internal team discussion about Booky Call...our book discovery platform disguised as a dating app. Whether you are an author, publisher or a voracious reader, you will love hearing about all the nuances of the app and the behind-the-scenes magic that goes into building a brand around a singular concept.

TOPIC:  How to Discover Your Next Great Read

GUEST: No Outside Guests; an Internal Discussion with the Booky Call team

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Our guest this week to share 3 thoughts on this topic is our good friend and repeat super star, Phil Gerbyshak. Phil is a renowned small business expert, celebrated author, and sought-after keynote speaker, boasting over two decades of rich experience in sales and marketing. His new book, Zero Dollar Consultancy, is the impetus for this specific topic.

TOPIC:  How to Add Consultancy to Your Business for Zero Dollars

GUEST: Phil Gerbyshak

THOUGHT #1 - Understand What You Are an Expert At

THOUGHT #2 - Have Proof You Have Done Some Work

THOUGHT #3 - Work Your Warm Network - Referrals are Key!

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PHIL GERBYSHAK'S BIO:

Phil Gerbyshak is a renowned small business expert, celebrated author, and keynote speaker, boasting over two decades of rich experience in sales and marketing. Throughout his illustrious career, he has lent his expertise to a plethora of enterprises, ranging from Wall Street firms to Main Street establishments, such as BNP Paribas, BambooHR, Morgan Stanley, UBS, Strong Investments, Robert W. Baird, Hudson Business Lounge, Brunswick Billiards, CK Electric, and numerous others.

Phil's vast repertoire includes not only sales roles but also consultancy and coaching, having honed a profound understanding of business strategies and methodologies that drive revenue growth. He underscores the essence of personalized selling, fostering robust client relationships, and the indispensable role of technology in contemporary commerce.

On top of his vast experience, Phil has earned accolades as a prolific writer and charismatic speaker. His bibliography includes an array of books focusing on sales and marketing, with the latest being Zero Dollar Consultancy. Furthermore, he's a sought-after keynote speaker, leaving his mark at international conferences and events.

With his captivating speaking style, deep-seated experience, and extensive knowledge, Phil Gerbyshak is an ideal candidate to deliver compelling insights on technology-integrated selling for the modern business professional. His pragmatic advice and strategies, deeply rooted in real-life experience, serve as invaluable tools for business professionals navigating today's dynamic and tech-driven landscape. Learn more about Phil at PhilGerby.com

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Our guest this week to share 3 thoughts on this topic is 30+ year Hospitality veteran, Phil Street. Phil is the founder of 3 businesses all operating in and around the world of Hospitality: 1) Momentum Hospitality Recruitment, a boutique recruitment company sourcing talent into senior positions globally, 2) The Curriculum Vitae, a careers coaching and mentoring business and 3) “Hospitality Meets…” an award-winning Podcast taking a light-hearted look into the stories and journeys of people within the industry.  

TOPIC:  How to Get Busy Livin'

GUEST: Phil Street

THOUGHT #1 - Find Your Legacy Vision (for True Life Change)

THOUGHT #2 - Focus on the Things You CAN Do

THOUGHT #3 - Find Some Joy Every Day

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PHIL STREET'S BIO:

Phil Street has a career spanning 30 years within hospitality covering the Hotel, Cruise lines and Contract Catering sectors and remains as passionate as ever about promoting hospitality as a wonderful career. 

He is now the Founder of 3 businesses all operating in and around the world of Hospitality: Momentum Hospitality Recruitment, a boutique recruitment company sourcing talent into senior positions globally, The Curriculum Vitae, a careers coaching and mentoring business and “Hospitality Meets…” an award-winning Podcast taking a light-hearted look into the stories and journeys of people within the industry. 

Phil also hosts and produces the “I’m In” podcast for the Institute of Hospitality, with each episode discussing a key topic for the industry with guests coming from within the IOH membership.

On the back of two health diagnoses at age 39 that rocked him to his core, Phil is now a passionate pursuer and learner of the power of the mind, in overcoming adversity and believes that everything that you could ever wish for, is on the other side of that inevitable challenge, and that you can have an awful lot of fun figuring out what you are capable of along the way.

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Our guest this week to share 3 thoughts on this topic is Heather Lee, who is the Content Director for Em Agency and leads the editorial team at The Local Winter Garden, an award-winning community magazine in Winter Garden, FL. Heather has over 15 years of experience in publishing and another 10 in the restaurant industry, is an award-winning writer, editor and photographer, and is a classically trained chef. Heather openly discusses her heartbreaking story of how, in 2019, she lost her husband to suicide and now advocates with others on how to deal with unexpected loss, hoping that her experience and words can inspire those faced with the unthinkable to persevere. 

TOPIC:  How to Deal with Unexpected Loss

GUEST: Heather Lee

THOUGHT #1 - Therapy, Therapy, Therapy

THOUGHT #2 - Move Your Body

THOUGHT #3 - Be Selfish

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HEATHER LEE'S BIO:

Heather Lee is a thrill seeker, dream chaser, and unabashed advocate for bravery in the face of adversity. Never one to be defined by a single calling, Heather’s the ultimate content specialist, weaving her vast experiences into scroll-stopping content for businesses and brands. With 15 years of experience in publishing and another 10 in the restaurant industry, she’s cultivated an award-winning career as a writer, editor, photographer, and classically trained chef. 

A UCF graduate (Go Knights!), Heather currently leads the editorial team at The Local Winter Garden and is the content director for Em Agency.

In her free time, she photographs and designs cookbooks (An Appealing Plan, Raw Food Art), is a menu design consultant for restaurants, and freelances for businesses and publications looking to engage consumers with dynamic stories.

In 2019, she lost her husband to suicide. Rather than hide in sorrow and shame, Heather shares her story openly, hoping that her experience and words can inspire those faced with the unthinkable to persevere. 

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Our guest this week to share 3 thoughts on this topic is Kitty Hart, who is the VP of Client Brand Experience at Heroic Productions. With over 28 years of experience, she specializes in creating unforgettable in-person events for large corporations and organizations. Kitty is an expert in brand strategy, package design, brand storytelling, and experience design and is a sought-after speaker, writer, and mentor.

TOPIC:  How to Be the Star of Your Own Show Every Day

GUEST: Kitty Hart

THOUGHT #1 - View All the World as a Stage & Every Person a Player

THOUGHT #2 - Be Who You Are: It's All About Authenticity (Thine Own Self Be True)

THOUGHT #3 - Bring Out the Best in Others

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KITTY HART'S BIO:

Kitty Hart is an accomplished sales and marketing professional with a passion for creating unforgettable experiences. As the Vice President of Client Brand Experience at Heroic Productions, Kitty leads the charge in producing in-person, virtual, and hybrid events for large corporations and organizations.

With over 28 years of experience working with brands of all sizes, Kitty’s expertise extends far beyond traditional marketing and sales approaches. She has a unique ability to help brands discover their authentic story and bring it to life through impactful brand strategy, naming, package design, and brand storytelling. Her passion for experiential marketing has also led her to become an expert in experience design, partnership marketing, and solving complex business challenges with Design-thinking.

Throughout her career, Kitty has been a sought-after speaker, writer, and mentor, inspiring countless professionals in the marketing and events industries. Her unbridled creativity and passion for experiential marketing make her an invaluable asset to the Heroic team.

When she’s not busy creating unforgettable events, Kitty can be found dreaming of becoming the next Food Network star. Her commitment to excellence and unwavering dedication to her craft make her a true hero in the world of event production and marketing.

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Our guest this week to share 3 thoughts on this topic is Joey Coleman, who is an award-winning keynote speaker, multiple bestselling author and consultant who helps companies keep their customers and employees. Hilarious, smart and passionate, Joey is on a mission to help companies of all sizes and stages create unforgettable experiences.

TOPIC:  How to Retain and Engage Your Employees

GUEST: Joey Coleman

THOUGHT #1 - Pay Attention to Every Step of the Employee Journey

THOUGHT #2 - Take Your Time Acclimating Employees

THOUGHT #3 - Don't Forget About the Adopters (the Ones Already There)

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JOEY COLEMAN'S BIO:

Joey Coleman helps companies keep their customers and employees.

As an award-winning speaker, he works with organizations around the world ranging from small startups to major brands such as Volkswagen Australia, Zappos, and Whirlpool. His First 100 Days® methodology fuels the remarkable experiences his clients deliver and dramatically improves their profits.

Joey's two books have received critical acclaim and both were instant Wall Street Journal best sellers. Never Lose a Customer Again, offers strategies and tactics for turning one-time purchasers into lifelong customers and his newest book, Never Lose an Employee Again, details a framework companies around the world can use to reduce turnover and increase employee engagement.

When not speaking to audiences around the globe (he’s spoken on all seven continents), Joey enjoys playing board games, building LEGO sets, and reading bedtime stories with his amazing wife and two young sons. 

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Our guest this week to share 3 thoughts on this topic is John Manes, who is the co-owner and CEO of Pinnacle Storage Properties and Pinnacle Storage Managers with a total of 41 storage deals in the last 6 years valued at over $200M with over 1 Million square foot located in multiple States.

TOPIC:  How to Build Wealth from Scratch

GUEST: John Manes

THOUGHT #1 - Get in the Right Room

THOUGHT #2 - Look for Your Resources (Find Out Who Does What and Who Can Help)

THOUGHT #3 - Find the Alpha in the Room...and Partner with Them

THOUGHT #4 - Have a Specific Ask

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JOHN MANES' BIO:

John Manes is the co-owner and CEO of Pinnacle Storage Properties and Pinnacle Storage Managers with a total of 41 storage deals in the last 6 years valued at over $200M with over 1 Million square foot located in Texas, Arkansas , South Carolina, New Mexico, Oregon, Washington state and Louisiana. He has been involved in self storage for 18 years , since 2005 in multiple capacities.

John is a previous director of the board of the Texas Self Storage Association and has spoken at multiple storage conventions at both the state and national level and is a contributor to multiple self-storage publications, including magazine articles, podcasts and a Youtube channel (Pinnacle Storage Properties). He frequently speaks to the investment community at Family Office Club, investor conferences, IRA conferences and investor educational companies. 

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