Exploring the HOW of teaching the restored gospel for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Think of this as your weekly Teacher Council Meeting. RSSVERIFY
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To PowerPoint, or not to PowerPoint, that is the question: Whether 'tis nobler in the classroom to show The technology and the wonders of the modern era, Or to take arms against a sea of tech And by opposing not use them. Kevin and Julie talk about the pros and cons of using technology - specifically PowerPoint (or it's other well known cousins of …
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RESILIENCE, INNOVATION, AN LEADERSHIP: NAVIGATING GLOBALLY | With Demetri Papazissis and Simon Lewis | The Top Floor
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Welcome to the Top Floor podcast, where we explore the minds of visionaries and innovators shaping the future of business. In this episode, we’re joined by Demetri Papazissis, a seasoned expert in real estate investment, management, and development. With over 25 years of experience, Demetri has overseen high-profile projects across Europe, the Midd…
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FIND YOUR FOCUS TO GET TO THE TOP LEVEL OF SUCCESS | With David Cook and John Nolan | The Top Floor
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In this episode of the Top Floor Podcast, John Nolan sits down with David Cook, founder and CEO of Contractors.Direct, a leading business in Dubai that connects contractors with those in need of their services. David shares insights on his entrepreneurial journey, the challenges and triumphs of building a successful business in the UAE, and how his…
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E49 - How to Mentally Prepare for Teaching
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Too often, as teachers, we go into a classroom thinking, "Alright. Do I have everything with me? I hope Sally isn't as distracting as she was last time. I wonder if I'll get the points across? Will they even listen?" We have all these things swimming in our minds, and yet one of the most important things to be in our minds, isn't: The fact that we …
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DO YOU KNOW HOW TO BE "BUSINESS SAVVY"? | With Jaspal Bal | The Top Floor
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In this insightful episode of The Top Floor podcast, host John Nolan sits down with Jaspal Bal, the founder and CEO of Light Link, a leading lighting contractor in Dubai, UAE, servicing the GCC market. Jaspal shares his journey as an entrepreneur and his experiences in leading Light Link to success. He also discusses his experience with Vistage, an…
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CONNECTING BUSINESS VENTURES WITH PURPOSE | With Paul Tamburello and Darren Kanthal | The Top Floor
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In this episode of the Top Floor Podcast, Darren Kanthal chats with Paul Tamburello, founder of Generator Real Estate and Development, about his multifaceted journey in real estate, food, and community-building. Paul shares how his ventures—like Little Man Ice Cream, The Family Jones Distillery, and real estate projects—are tied together by a commo…
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TREAT EVERY PROJECT LIKE IT'S THE MOST IMPORTANT ONE | With Alex Hewitt and Jamie Goral | The Top Floor
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In this Top Floor interview, we hear from Alex Hewitt founder of AOK Events. Alex shares insightful stories on how he navigated challenges to create a key player in the events space over the last 24 years that was awarded the best place to work.. For more information on their services goto https://www.aokevents.com/ Connect with Alex Hewitt on Link…
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SECRETS OF SCALING A PREMIUM BRAND AND INNOVATIVE LEADERSHIP | With Kevin Brown and Darren Kanthal | The Top Floor
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In this episode of the Top Floor Podcast, Darren Kanthal speaks with Kevin Brown, CEO and co-founder of Friction Labs, about his journey from an avid rock climber to building a premium chalk company that serves athletes across multiple sports. Kevin shares insights on the challenges of entrepreneurship, including the importance of curiosity, resili…
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A youth has the lesson to teach next Sunday. Do you say, "There you go!" and hope they teach a good lesson? What if they don't? How can you help them be successful? Kevin and Julie talk about how to help the youth teach classes and help to help them succeed. It's a fine line between doing it yourself and letting them go at it alone. Here is some of…
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DOING BUSINESS IN THE US IS FUN | With Jørn Aalefjær and Jeff Cass | The Top Floor
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In this episode of the Top Floor Podcast hosted by Jeff Cass, Jorn Aalefjaer, the North American President of Viessmann Clean and Cold Solutions talks about a life-changing sail he made with his family across the Atlantic along with his professional journey that started in Oslo, Norway and is now in Charlotte, NC. Hear more about Jorn's unique insi…
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STRATEGIC GROWTH AND INNOVATION IN THE BAKERY INDUSTRY | With Brody Tennant and Krista Crawford | The Top Floor
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In this episode of The Top Floor, host Krista Crawford sits down with Brody Tennant, co-founder of Roggenart, a rapidly growing bakery business known for its innovative products and lively café environments. Brody shares the journey of building Roggenart from the ground up, including the challenges of creating unique offerings like their much-antic…
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TRANSFORMING BUSINESS WITH IMMERSIVE TECHNOLOGY | With Petr Tolochkov and Simon Lewis | The Top Floor
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Welcome to another episode of the Top Floor Podcast, where we delve into the journeys of transformative leaders in the business world. In this episode, host Simon Lewis, Vistage UE Chair, sits down with Petr Tolochkov, the trailblazing founder of Way2AR. Petr Tolochkov is a visionary in immersive technology, known for his groundbreaking work in AR …
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BE DEDICATED TO YOUR EMPLOYEES FOR ENTREPRENEURIAL SUCCESS | With Stefan Joens and Jeff Cass | The Top Floor
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In this episode of the Top Floor Podcast hosted by Jeff Cass, Stefan Joens, the President of Elnik Systems, talks about his career and journey over the last 16+ years since rejoining his father's manufacturing business. His passion for continuous improvement both personally and professionally is obvious when talking to Stefan. Hear more about his t…
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E47: Dealing with Disruptive Class Members (Listener Question)
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"We have some people who are derailing the class, who are long winded and they contradict others. They take over the class, in a way, and disrupt the flow of what she's trying to teach, which is frustrating for every teacher." Have you ever been in that position? We all have. It's tough. So how do we deal with it? How do we create a healthy classro…
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E46: How to Help Youth Share Their Testimonies
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Too many times we teach the youth and we speak at them. When we do, they shut up. They don't share. Not their feelings, not their testimonies, not anything sometimes. But if we don't talk, neither will they! So what do we do? Julie takes us through a discussion on... - What a testimony REALLY is - How do we help the youth articulate their testimony…
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FIND AN INDUSTRY THAT'S FUTUREPROOF | With Cody Caplinger and Darren Kanthal | The Top Floor
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In this episode of the Top Floor Podcast, Darren Kanthal interviews Cody Caplinger, CEO and co-founder of Klick Solar. Cody shares his journey from the mattress industry to leading a successful solar company, emphasizing the grit required in door-to-door sales. They dive into Cody’s approach to leadership, where he leans into curiosity about other …
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BE READY TO PIVOT AND ITERATE AT ANY POINT AS AN ENTREPRENEUR! | With Edgel Groves and Honor Belew | The Top Floor
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In this episode, we were fortunate to speak with Edgel Groves, CEO and Founder of PassPass, whose inspiring mission is to keep every business in business! The innovative idea for the business came from a need to scale his existing multi-media company. Thus, NashPass was created, which provides discounts to individual’s favorite places around town f…
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EMBRACE VULNERABILITY AS A STRENGTH AND LEAD WITH EMPATHY | With Charles Gilford III And Darren Kanthal | The Top Floor
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In this episode of the Top Floor Podcast, Darren Kanthal engages with Charles Gilford III, CEO of Inner City Health in Denver. Charles shares his powerful journey, highlighting themes of resilience, perseverance, and grace in the face of adversity. In Charles' approach to servant leadership, vulnerability is embraced as a strength and leading with …
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THE MANTRA IS ABOUT DEFINING THE SOUL OF THE ORGANIZATION | With Skylar Elisberg and Darren Kanthal | The Top Floor
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In this episode of the Denver Top Floor Podcast, Darren Kanthal sits down with Skylar Elisberg, CEO of Wishlist, to discuss the intentional difference between crafting a mantra versus a mission. Skylar explains why perks and benefits alone aren't enough to build a culture where employees want to stay and grow. Instead, it's about defining a clear, …
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BUILDING A REPEATABLE SYSTEM FOR BUSINESS SUCCESS | With Alex Hamilton and Jamie Goral | The Top Floor
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In this Top Floor interview, we hear from Alex Hamilton of Radiant Law. Alex's unique approach to legal contracts,help his clients produce shorter contracts to save them time and money enabling faster deals.I n this episode he gives details on how to make contracts shorter without reducing legal exposure and how to start and build a successful but …
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GIVE YOURSELF THE BANDWIDTH WHEN MAKING ACQUISITIONS | With Mike Lord and Roger Wilson | The Top Floor
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In this episode of the Top Floor Interview, hosted by Roger Wilson, Mike Lord from Stiltz Lifts shares his valuable insights on making successful acquisitions by giving yourself the necessary bandwidth. He reflects on the importance of seeking advice, including the wisdom passed down from his dad, and emphasizes the need for continuous learning and…
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HOW WE IMPROVE THE ENVIRONMENT DAY BY DAY | With Stephen Crosher and Jamie Goral | The Top Floor
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In this Top Floor interview, we hear from Stephen Crosher the Cofounder RheEnergise. Stephen and his team have invented a industry disrupting technology that provides a more efficiency and sustainable energy storage solution.The solution will eliminate electricity industries' requirement for fossil fuels and provides an energy storage solution that…
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E45: 5 Ways to Teach your Family at Home
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How many times have we wanted to teach our family the gospel, so we model it after the classes at church? We gather everyone around and a parent leads a discussion and speaks way too much and the kids are not engaged. After a few times of doing this, they dread "family scripture study" and you want to give up. Instead of teaching the same way they …
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HOW I WENT FROM ACTING TO OWNING A BUSINESS | With Hamish Jenkinson | The Top Floor
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In this Top Floor interview, we hear from Hamish Jenkinson of The Department. Hamish has an engaging story of how he went from acting to working with Guy Ritchie and Madonna to developing an immersive experience business that has top brands such as Adidas,KPMG,HP and BMW as customers. We hope you enjoy this episode! Give it a like and subscribe if …
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FINDING YOUR GAP IN THE MARKET | With Joe Osawaye | The Top Floor
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In this episode of The Top Floor Podcast, Simon Lewis sits down with Joe Osawaye, a Vistage member and dynamic entrepreneur, who has carved out a unique niche in Dubai's lifestyle industry. Joe shares his fascinating journey from Nigeria to the UAE after he visited here first in 2005 and fell in love with the place. He's since established multiple …
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E44: Increase Faith with Experiences
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Once you give an invitation to act on what they have learned, now what? How do we take the information and create experiences that change lives? In this episode, Julie uses the scientific process to teach us how to act and build faith. We look at Experimenting with Faith, Primary vs. Secondary Questions, Faith vs. Perfect Knowledge. Data Collection…
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SUCCESS IN THE REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY COMES FROM STEADY ADOPTION | With Mike Sposato and Jeff Cass | The Top Floor
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In this episode of the Top Floor Podcast hosted by Jeff Cass, Mike Sposato, the owner of Carolina Realty Advisors, talks about his career and his journey over the last 16 years since becoming a partner in this business in 2006. His career started with great success in sales roles outside of the real estate industry. After deciding to move into real…
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DISCOVER THE ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF A SUCCESSFUL CEO | With Adam Sandman and Krista Crawford | The Top Floor
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In this Top Floor Interview, hosted by Krista Crawford, Adam shares the entrepreneurial journey behind Inflectra, a global leader in software test management and automation. The discussion covers the origins of Inflectra, the challenges of managing software failures, and the transition from programming to leadership roles. Adam emphasizes the impor…
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How do we get the learning deep inside of us? How do we take the teachings and make them a part of who we are? The best way we have found is through experiences. This is the first topic of two talking about creating experiences for our learners. Learning information can only take us so far. If we don't use it and experience it, it can be quickly fo…
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IMPLEMENT THESE ELEMENTS FOR COMPANY SUCCESS | With Cameron Harris and Darren Kanthal | The Top Floor
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Tune into this episode of the Top Floor podcast where Darren Kanthal sits down with Cameron Harris, Managing Director of Truth Fitness. Cam shares his journey from operating a London-based gym to transforming it into a global online wellness service for executives. This episode dives deep into the philosophy that true wellness extends far beyond ph…
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REDEFINING COMPANY CULTURE AND INTEGRATING MINDFULNESS | With Paul Wegman and Darren Kanthal | The Top Floor
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Tune into this episode of the Top Floor podcast where Darren Kanthal meets with Paul Wegman, CEO of Nova Automation. Paul shares his experience refining the company's culture and mission after their acquisition. He discusses the strategic steps taken, including interviewing staff and clients to redefine the company's values and vision. Paul also ex…
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FAIL AT THINGS AND TRY AGAIN TO FIGURE OUTT HE WINNING FORMULA | With Eric Satz and Honor Belew | The Top Floor
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Thank you to Eric Satz, Founder and CEO of Alto Solutions in Nashville, for sharing how his company helps individuals access the funds in their IRA and diversify their investment portfolio. Alto Solutions enables individuals to invest their IRA in things that are not traded in the public markets like crypto, art, real estate, private equity funds, …
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CHASING A CHILDHOOD DREAM BY STARTING A FAMILY LAW FIRM | With Theresa E. Viera and Jeff Cass | The Top Floor
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In this episode of the Top Floor Podcast hosted by Jeff Cass, Theresa Viera, the founder of Modern Legal talks about her journey over the last 4 years since starting her family law firm in 2020. Her inspiring story began at a young age with a difficult family experience that motivated her to become a lawyer who would help other families that found …
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HELP YOUR COMPANY THRIVE WITH A GREAT TEAM CULTURE | With Lindsey Schultz and Darren Kanthal | The Top Floor
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Tune into this episode of the Top Floor podcast where Darren Kanthal chats with Lindsey Schultz, CEO of MRC Recruiting. Lindsey shares her journey from initially resisting the family business to embracing her role as a leader in the mining and resource sector. She's passionate about making the recruitment process more human, emphasizing that interv…
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MEET PEOPLE WHERE THEY ARE TO BE A SUCCESSFUL LEADER | With Marie Gallagher and Krista Crawford | The Top Floor
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Marie shared her personal and professional journey, highlighting the significance of education and mentorship. She also discussed her adaptable leadership style, which aligns with the wellness industry, and her future aspirations to create healthier workplaces and collaborate with other wellness practitioners. Marie underscored her commitment to pe…
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As you spend days and weeks and years teaching, your skill increases. What happens, however, when you are in a class with a teacher who hasn't had the opportunity to develop their teaching skills as you have? It might be really easy to judge them and find fault. Kevin and Julie respond to a listener's feedback who is having a hard time not judging.…
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NAVIGATE TALENT MANAGEMENT WELL FOR STRATEGIC GROWTH | With Juan Padro and Darren Kanthal | The Top Floor
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In this Top Floor podcast episode, Darren Kanthal talks with Juan Padro, the dynamic leader behind one of Denver’s fastest-growing hospitality groups, Culinary Creative. Juan delves into his roots, the bustling restaurant scene in Denver, and how his group has expanded to 21 locations with a diverse array of concepts. He explains their strategic pi…
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UNDERSTAND YOUR CUSTOMERS AND THEIR CONSUMER BEHAVIOUR | Amelia Smith & Hollie Briant and Marisa Kamall | The Top Floor
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Holly and Amelia from Dazed & Engaged In this exciting episode, Marisa Kamall sits down with Holly and Amelia, the dynamic duo behind Dazed & Engaged. These inspiring entrepreneurs each run their own successful businesses—Holly with the elegant bridal store "You & I Bridal" and Amelia with the vibrant consultancy, "The 555 DXB". However, their shar…
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LOOK AFTER THE PEOPLE AND THEY WILL LOOK AFTER YOU | With Jon Stone and Roger Wilson | The Top Floor
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In this episode of the Top Floor Interview, hosted by Roger Wilson, Jon Stone from Frederick Cooper shares his insights on effective people management, emphasizing the importance of looking after your team. He discusses the critical balance between workload and resources, drawing inspiration from the dynamic "Baz Ball" approach in cricket. Tune in …
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AN ORGANISATION IS NOT BUILT ON ONE PERSON | With Clive Dickin and Roger Wilson | The Top Floor
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In this episode of the Top Floor Interview, hosted by Roger Wilson, Clive Dickin shares his three key mantras for people management: Values, Aptitude, and Development. Clive emphasizes the importance of listening and communicating as essential leadership skills. Looking ahead, he discusses the future of business focusing on Growth, Digitisation, an…
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When we feel the Holy Spirit, we feel something. It goes deep into us. But so can that touching video we just saw. One is the Spirit, and one is just feeling the feels. Rather than creating the feelings, how can we make sure we are inviting the Spirit to create those feelings.By Kevin Jones & Julie Hillyard
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TRANSFORM YOUR TRADITIONAL BUSINESS WITH THESE ELEMENTS | With Parker Perrien and Jeff Cass | The Top Floor
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In this episode of The Top Floor Podcast, my guest is Parker Perrien, the CEO of Diamond Solutions. Parker has had an incredible journey since taking over his father's asphalt and concrete paving business 10 years ago. Hear how he's successfully transformed a traditional construction business to a sales, marketing, and technology business while dea…
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REVOLUTIONIZING THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY WITH AUTOMATION & TECHNOLOGY | With Venkat Borusu and Jeff Cass | The Top Floor
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In this episode of the Top Floor Podcast, Venkat Borusu, the founder and Managing Director of UBC BIM Services talks about his 14-year journey in the construction industry. Venkat is a mechanical engineer from India who spent nearly 10 years in the US with Corning before returning to India in 2010 to start his own construction company. He built and…
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SECRETS TO THRIVING IN COMPETITIVE MARKETS | With Mustafa Al-Adhami and Krista Crawford | The Top Floor
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Join us on the Top Floor as Krista Crawford sits down with the incredibly talented and visionary Mustafa Al-Adhami. In this episode, Mustafa shares his inspiring journey of building Astek Diagnostics. He delves into the creative processes that drive his work, the challenges he overcame, and the pivotal moments that shaped his career. Discover how M…
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AI IS BECOMING MORE INTEGRAL TO BUSINESSES | With Sergey Malygin and Jamie Goral | The Top Floor
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In this Top Floor interview, we hear from Sergey Malygin of Soda.Auto. Sergey is at the forefront of AI in the automotive industry.His software significantly reduces time on production and enables various types of vehicles to be made with a few clicks.He also outlines how he used learnings from one industry to transition to another. For more inform…
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NAVIGATE TALENT MANAGEMENT WELL FOR STRATEGIC GROWTH | With Tiago Costa and Simon Lewis | The Top Floor
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In this episode of the Top Floor Podcast, Simon Lewis sits down with Tiago Costa, the CEO of Parisma Talent and a seasoned executive with over 17 years of experience in the talent industry. Tiago shares his unique journey from clinical psychology to leading a major talent advisory firm. Tiago reflects on the challenges he faced transitioning from a…
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HOW TO MANAGE THE UPS AND DOWNS OF A GROWING BUSINESS | With Baoli Zhao and Roger Wilson | The Top Floor
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Welcome to another exciting episode of the Top Floor Podcast! Join your host, Roger Wilson, as he dives deep into the entrepreneurial journey of Baoli Zhao, founder and CEO of Sparkling. This episode is packed with invaluable insights for anyone interested in business growth, leadership, and investment strategies. Discover why Baoli Zhao believes t…
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FINDING GROWTH THROUGH EMPLOYEE LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT | With Jared Poniatowski and Jeff Cass | The Top Floor
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In this episode of the Top Floor Podcast, Jared Poniatowski who is the owner and founder of New Age Marketing in Charlotte, NC talks about his 10 year old award winning business. New Age Marketing was named Charlotte's top marketing company in 2022 and has grown to 25 locations with 60 employees over the last decade. Hear about Jared's successful j…
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E40: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Drops of Awesome
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Kevin and Julie give their thoughts on how to overcome "Imposter Syndrome" by looking at our callings with new eyes.By Kevin Jones & Julie Hillyard
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BE COMFORTABLE IN YOUR SKIN AS A LEADER | With Tchernavia Montgomery and Jeff Cass | The Top Floor
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In this episode of The Top Floor Podcast, we hear from Tchernavia Montgomery who leads a non-profit healthcare business in Charlotte, NC. Hear about her journey and insights... -Life Changing influence at 14 for Tchernavia -Food is an important part of fellowship!! -Innovative habits created during the Pandemic continue today -Most enjoyable parts …
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