Leadership experts Doug Lennick and Chuck Wachendorfer, partners at think2perform, endeavor to help clients “make the ideal real.” Their approach emphasizes self-awareness and emotional competency as the foundational elements for improved decision-making, effective self-management and in turn, authentic leadership. The first step is to strengthen y…

You’ve head of Emotional Intelligence (EI). The next evolution is Spiritual Intelligence (SI), so tune in to learn all about it! Yosi Amram is a licensed clinical psychologist, CEO leadership coach, author, and pioneering researcher in the field of Spiritual Intelligence. Spiritual Intelligence harnesses the immense resources of spirituality such a…

Do you struggle with communication clarity, brevity, and/or effectiveness? If so, tune into this episode with award-winning marketing entrepreneur Ben Guttman. In addition to founding and growing a successful marketing company, Ben is an adjunct professor at Baruch College and author of Simply Put: Why Clear Messages Win and How to Design Them, whi…

If you are a business owner or entrepreneur interested in strengthening your business outcomes, worrying less, and improving personal time management and work/life balance, then tune into this episode with Patrick Esposito, an entrepreneur and attorney who has supported 100+ organizations. The cold hard truth is that 50% of businesses fail by their…

It’s no secret that being labeled a “job hopper” can potentially “black list” you from getting that dream job offer you’ve always wanted. But why? Job hopping can be one of the most effective ways to exponentially increase your pay/salary in very short periods of times, especially for women and minorities...so it’s no surprise that Black women may …

The midterm election is on November 8, 2022. The country, especially Black voters, has the power to contest the placement of 435 seats in the House of Representatives and 34 of the 100 seats in the Senate. In honor of Black History Month, we discuss the history of Black voter suppression and evaluate how Malcolm X’s 1964 speech, “The Ballot or the …

As we approach another commercially manufactured holiday, Valentine’s Day, it is an excellent time to assess something that can’t be manufactured: the beauty of love shared between a Black woman and man. While data and social media suggest a decline in Black relationships and marriage, this episode provides first-hand accounts from our 2 guest host…

Being Black middle class is a complex identity that effortlessly transitions from a Black identity to an acceptable Yuppie existence, donned to comfort corporate and White America's egos. It often leaves the identifier feeling as though we are part of all groups but no group simultaneously. To outsiders, these people are considered “boujee,” a cont…

In this season finale episode, we talk business and entrepreneurship with our guest host, Channin Campbell. Ms. Campbell is a financial professional and CEO of INRE Consulting LLC, an accounting and bookkeeping business. If you're tired of working your corporate job and want to start your own business today, listen to this episode as we learn how t…

In a fast-paced world where technology and capitalism rule supreme, how do you reconnect with your higher, more spiritual self? How can you become more blissful and balanced in your daily living, especially during a global pandemic like COVID-19? Join us in our conversation with our guest host, Erika Redding, as we discuss how to find balance and b…

“The most disrespected person in America is the black woman” (Malcolm X). Has much changed since Malcolm X’s speech in 1962? With the upcoming inauguration of Vice-President-elect, Kamala Harris, our first episode explores the black woman’s journey from the Trans-Atlantic slave trade to the C-suite in corporate America and now, the White House. Thr…

In recent years, there’s been a resurgence and emphasis on “Black Love." From a 10,000 foot view, we can view Black celebrity couples, such as Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith, Beyonce and Jay-Z, Ciara and Russell Wilson, Cardi B and Offset, Remy Ma and Papoose, Michelle and Barack Obama, and others, and sculpt our own marriages and relationships …

In this episode, we bust the longstanding myth that “emotions don’t belong in the workplace.” I am joined by Markus van Alphen, Founder and Director of The Excellent Organization. Markus is a renowned leadership psychologist, author of more than 15 books in Dutch and English, and lecturer on Excellent Leadership and Observational Listening, a term …

What does ESG even stand for? How does it differ from Impact Investing? What does it all mean? What does it look like in practice? Today’s impressive guest and dear friend will shine a light on all of these questions and more. Beata Kirr is a Managing Director and Chief Impact Officer at Chicago-based The Copia Group, an innovative new company that…

Join us for this fascinating conversation with master storyteller and Chief Story Architect of Build the Story, Dan Manning. Of his superpower, he says, “I’m a story specialist. I help you build business stories that hold attention long enough to get to YES!” The role of story in daily life and decision making cannot be underplayed, and it’s an und…

Tune in to hear from Osteopath, Educator, and Posturologist Mat Boule about an exciting new approach to manage pain and restore balance to our oh-so-delicate bodies. Posturology is paired with functional neurology to diagnose and treat problems emanating from the spine. It’s not about ergonomics, sitting up straight, or the inner ear. Among other a…

On today’s episode, I chat with Susan Black, the dynamic founder of Wowzitude, which offers interactive, moderated live-streamed virtual walking tours led by local guides. Susan Black is WOW in her own right, and her latest entrepreneurial venture takes it to a new level. Founded in November 2020, Wowzitude not only filled a pandemic void but also …

It’s hard to believe we’ve done 100 episodes of the podcast (actually more because I have a few in the can!). To commemorate this milestone, I’ve curated clips from some of my favorite episodes, including: Episode 85 with former military submarine officer Jon Rennie Episode 69 with Dr Adia Gooden, the Brene Brown of unconditional self-worth Episode…

Join us on today’s episode for a fun conversation with Blima Ehrentreu, Founder and CEO of Brooklyn-based design company The Designers Group. They deliver cutting-edge interior design, specializing in high-end residential and commercial spaces, including healthcare, senior living, hospitality, retail, and schools. Blima shares descriptions of some …

Cecilia Dahl is the OG remote work expert; she has been conducting business virtually for 30 years, so she is not a pandemic also-ran. Her consulting business is Key 360, and she is a valued resource to clients with her unique “Productivity Anywhere” leadership mindset. In today’s episode, Cecilia shares some really differentiated tips, not the com…

Join me today if you want the key to the entrepreneurship kingdom! I’m speaking with a colleague and good friend, Rod Dauphin, who is the Education Services Director for the esteemed Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses (GS10kSB) philanthropic grant program at LaGuardia Community College in NYC. A requirement of the program is to complete a rigoro…

Carolyn Swora is a self-professed “recovering over-worker and people pleaser.” I’m sure that sounds familiar! On today’s episode, learn how she not only overcame those burdens but also blossomed into a “Human Spirit Ignitor” with a passion for developing trauma-informed leaders. First, Carolyn helps us define trauma: it’s not just something extreme…

It was a real treat to have Luke Iorio on the show to discuss an important topic we’ve never specifically covered before: Masculine Vulnerability. He is the former President and CEO of the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC), one of the most renowned coaching certification programs in the world. WAIT, LADIES – this episode is f…

As many of you know, psychological safety is a topic I constantly pound the table on. Join us to learn practical implementation tips from experts Minette Norman and Karolin Helbig. In their new book, The Psychological Safety Playbook: Lead More Powerfully by Being More Human, the duo became the first authors to provide actionable skills with real-l…

Today, I had a beyond FUN chat with Dr. Joey Faucette, an executive coach, author, podcaster, and architect of the Work Positive Framework. Dr. Joey bets that you have a “Kevin” at work. His name may be different, but all companies have one (likely more!). It’s all about him. Every. Single. Day. Kevin is negative only cares about what furthers his …

As early as his 20s, Dr. Eric Holsapple had all the outward trappings of success: a high-paying job, nice car, and other costly material items. Yet he wasn’t happy. Can you relate to this? If so, tune in for a special sneak peek inside Eric’s book, Profit with Presence: The Twelve Pillars of Mindful Leadership, due to be released on March 7, 2023. …

I had such a blast on today’s episode speaking with the three badass (pun intended!) cofounders of #femtech startup, Panic Panties. Alex Bernstein, Maria Marino, and Katherine Anne Coury, who went to Syracuse University together, hatched the idea over dinner one night in NYC. Panic Panties is doing for underwear what L’eggs did for pantyhose…making…

“If you want to know your values, show me your calendar, your pocketbook, and who you hire and fire,” dares Dr. Brad Harris,“ Professor of Management and HR at HEC Paris and Co-Founder of People Leader Accelerator. Join us as Dr. Brad shares powerful lessons that will push leaders to understand the hidden tensions that stifle growth. He counsels on…

Did you know that 96% of small businesses don’t make it to their 10th birthday? And of the survivors, 91% never cross the $1mm revenue mark? If this is your world and/or you’re an entrepreneur struggling to work ON your business instead of IN your business, listen to my colorful conversation with growth coach Bradley Hamner. He specializes in worki…

Calling all sports fans! You’ll love today’s episode with Sean Murray, founder of RealTime Performance, a leadership training and organization development firm and author of recently published book, If Gold is Our Destiny: How a Team of Mavericks Came Together for Olympic Glory. The book recounts the story of the U.S. men’s national volleyball team…

Join me today for a super interesting and witty-banter-full conversation with leadership expert, Susan Brady. Among the topics we explore are: Advice for thriving in a She-cession and what working women can do to flourish in this post-pandemic working reality. The appalling fact that the primary stage for developing confidence in girls peaks at age…

Attention entrepreneurs and small biz owners: Do you often feel stuck on what to post to your feed? Are your posts failing to attract, engage, and convert? If so, today’s episode is for you. My guest, Sophia Parra, founder of Coach Social, is a social media strategist extraordinaire. She advises that before even considering content for posts, take …

Jon Rennie is seriously one of the coolest guests I’ve interviewed…if you agree with me that a former U.S. Navy Cold War nuclear submarine officer who had seven deployments is a total badass! So, what does it mean to “earn your oxygen”? Well, on a nuclear sub a newbie is jokingly referred to as a NUB = a Non-Useful Body. Not in a derogatory sense, …

Meet my instant new best friend on today’s episode! Michelle Johnston, PhD is an award-winning professor studying leadership and business communication, and her research has shown a clear link between a team’s effective communication and its positive financial performance. She serves as the Gaston Chair of Business at Loyola University in New Orlea…

The internet made information universally accessible, Google organized it, and now Mindstone combines it with the science of learning to help people not just consume, but also truly learn from it. Today’s guest, Patrick Cootes, is the co-founder and Head of Product at Mindstone, a startup that makes it faster and easier for “work athletes” to optim…

Today’s guest joins us from the U.K. with some great advice on team resilience, which remains prominent in the organizational zeitgeist post-pandemic and going into a potential recession (at least in the U.S.). Julian Roberts coaches high performing leaders, athletes, and teams with extreme ambitions and will “challenge their bullshit.” He is also …

If you are continuously trying to improve your presentation and presence skills, you will want to listen! On today’s episode, I had a truly insightful conversation with Richard Newman, founder and CEO of Body Talk, an evidence-based communication training company. Against the odds, as a former introverted, shy, high-functioning autistic, Richard ov…

Having impressed influential TED Speaker Simon Sinek after a company training, David Mead became the first of Sinek’s “Igniters,” a role in which he shared “Start with Why” ideas in over 225 organizations on five continents. He also co-authored, with Sinek and Peter Docker, Find Your Why: a practical guide for discovering the WHY of an individual, …

Excellent communication, both internally and externally has never been more important, given the VUCA world we live in. Leaders face challenging circumstances on a nearly daily basis with a variety of stakeholders to keep in the loop. On today’s episode, I welcome long-time friend, client, and communications expert extraordinaire, Dave Poston. Dave…

When today’s guest, Megan Galloway, made the leap from working in a confining corporate job to her own consultancy designing leadership development programs, she became a walking, talking advocate for taking chances with your career and growing your network. In fact, after hearing Megan’s story in detail, I dubbed her the “Queen of LinkedIn.” As sh…

Today’s guest made one of the bigger shifts I ever had the privilege of discussing on the podcast! Michael King is a former pastor turned executive coach, and from his new “pulpit,” he is passionate about improving teams and eradicating 360 reviews. As a fellow acronym lover, of course I had him expound upon his signature T.E.A.M.S. methodology: Ta…

Joining us from my beloved Boulder, Colorado, the energetic and funny Eric Spencer and I had a radically fun conversation today. In his free time, Eric is an avid musician, and I opened the episode by asking him to play us something – he shared a song he collaborated on with his 17-year old daughter! By day, he is the COO of SkyeTeam, a boutique co…

For my last podcast of 2021, tune in for a compelling conversation about Emotional Intelligence with coach, author, and speaker Rich Bracken. Firmly believing that EQ > IQ, Rich explains that 58 percent of performance is based on high EQ. As such, his passion is creatingemotionally intelligent powerhouses who are happier and more successful…I mean,…

If you want to hear an inspiring story of overcoming some bullshit obstacles, you’ll want to listen to my interview with Genevieve LeJeune, founder of Skirt Club. The mission is to build an all-female community of professional women with common interests for empowerment and sexual discovery in a safe space. She was inspired by (let’s just describe …

SH*T HAPPENS. We’ve all heard that. We’ve all lived it. And sometimes the sh*t threatens to take over The Show that is our lives. Join me on today’s episode with one of my favorite people: best-selling author, gifted coach, and sought-after speaker/trainer, Danny Bader. Danny’s latest book, Taking the Sh*t Out of the Show, uses seven modern parable…

I describe today’s guest, coach Jeannette Botha, as a global citizen (my favorite kind of people!), as she was born and raised in South Africa, lived in Singapore while covering Asia, and now works in a global role in Germany. She is not only a Senior Director of Sales Training and Development at a multinational company but also a coach focusing on…

Our lively chat today is with fellow leadership consultant and coach, Mike Horne, who is also the author of new book Integrity by Design: Working and Living Authentically and host of podcast Authentic Change. Mike brings first-hand experience and fresh approaches based on his career as a global leader designing great workplaces and developing extra…

On today’s episode, we are lucky to have the incredible LaMarcus Miller PhD, a veritable renaissance man and role model of successful career shifting. LaMarcus has vast music industry experience spanning performance, business strategy, and marketing, plus stints in strategic internal corporate communications, sports, social justice, and academia. A…

Do you know what the difference is between self-esteem and unconditional self-worth? Do you demand perfection of yourself and anything less feels like failure? If these questions resonate, this episode is for you! We have a rare opportunity to glean wisdom from Dr. Adia Gooden, the great mind and heart behind the Unconditionally Worthy podcast. Adi…

If you’re a leader concerned about losing your best talent in the highly competitive post-covid job market, you need to listen in! Today’s guest is a woman after my own heart with bold and humorous book titles such as Help them Grow or Watch them GO, Up is Not the Only Way, and Love ‘Em or Lose ‘Em: Getting Good People to Stay! Dr. Beverly Kaye is …