Your Superior Self

If the adage is true — that tragedy plus time equals comedy — then Ryan Sickler has paid his dues on the left side of the equation. Born in Baltimore, Ryan lost his father when he was 16. After that, he bounced from one relative to another. And while his early years might have seemed rocky, that tumultuous childhood gave him both fodder for material and armor against the relentless onslaught that is life as a standup comic.

Check him out at: http://ryansickler.com/

n this episode, Donald Kelly discusses the art of the elevator pitch, as well as, a life struggle that motivates him today, to be the best salesman he can be.  

Donald evangelizes effective ways salespeople and entrepreneurs can find more qualified prospects, close more deals and make more money. DK does this through motivating sales training, online courses, one-on-one coaching, workshops, seminars and dynamic keynote presentations.

Several years after its exponential growth a bad business deal left Tim’s company almost bankrupt. Tapping into emergency funds, he fought back and restructured the business; resulting in a new profit producing model requiring less than 40% effort. Seeing an opportunity to give back and help other struggling entrepreneurs Tim reverse engineered his process, validated it with top entrepreneurs, and created a ten-month roadmap – The 10 Factor.

What's happening on your plate? Chances are it's related to what's going on in your life. Tracy Brown,RD,LD/N is a somatic nutrition therapist/dietitian, attuned eating coach and embodiment teacher. She helps people come home to themselves through their bodies by healing their relationship with food and weight as well as feel safer and less stressed in their bodies. For 12 years she has guided people one on one and in group in healing from disordered eating and chronic dieting.

Michael Snead spends a majority of his life giving back to the community.  Currently the co-chairman of the 41st democratic committee in Delaware, treasurer for Laurel Little League, founder and creator of Project S.A.F.E, and above all a devout husband and father.  There is nothing more he enjoys than to see the growth and development of today's youth.  His true inspiration comes from his favorite quote, " you

must be the change you want to see", - Mahatma Gandhi.

Sharp Dressed Man empowers men to improve their lives - equipping men in the Baltimore area who are preparing for work through job training programs with recycled suits for job interviews. Our professional presentation program gives men confidence and a professional look as they prepare for job interviews. We bridge a critical gap between job development programs that provide training and the remaining skills and look needed to be considered for and obtain employment.

As a strategic advisor and keynote speaker, Agnes has worked with NATO, Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Defense, financial firms, technology companies, healthcare organizations, cities and municipalities, law enforcement agencies, global non-profits, and many others.  Melissa opens up about her life journey, and how she is determined to pursue her passion.  Agnes speaks on her many experiences as an entrepreneur, and how it has prepared her for any crisis.  This is a must listen!

Brian Hug, 45, is a father, husband, cancer survivor, jeep lover, and baseball enthusiast.  On New Year's eve in 2015, Brian was diagnosed with esophageal cancer.  His first thought after receiving the news was, " I'm Dead".  He second thought was, "When can I attack this."  The day after his birthday, Brian started treatment that involved receiving chemo for 35 days straight.  After treatment, and a major surgery, Brian was able to beat it.

Alan Stein, Jr. is a performance coach, consultant, speaker and author. He spent 15 years working with the highest performing basketball players on the planet. Alan delivers high-energy keynotes and interactive workshops to improve performance, cohesion and accountability. He inspires and empowers everyone he works with to take immediate action and improve mindset, habits and productivity.

In other words, Alan teaches how to utilize the same strategies in business.

Erica Mechlinski makes her podcast grand debut on episode 17!  Erica  joins the show to discuss her journey from stay at home Mom to Founder of 212 Communications. Having a schedule of a CEO, Erica has developed a great way to create more quality time with the kids. Outsourcing! In this episode, she gives some great tips and tricks to develop your own outsourcing strategy.