The Adaptive Executive podcast host, founder, and CEO of Five C Consulting Greg Ballard is based in Northern Virginia. Greg has 25+ years of extensive experience in management and leadership development for start-ups, corporate, entrepreneurial, and faith-based enterprises. Five C Consulting works with a diverse set of clients ranging from mid-size tech companies, large government agencies, military, and non-profits to radically improve strategic investments and organizational performance. G ...
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LSU Manship School Professor Bob Mann and Advocate Editorial Writer Lanny Keller exchange rankings of the ten Louisiana governors in their lifetime…from Earl Long to John Bel Edwards. Mann worked for Gov. Kathleen Blanco and Keller was on the team of Gov. David Treen. Keller and Mann also talk about the testimony of Special Counsel Bob Mueller before two U.S. House committees and the discussion about LSU’s new multimillion dollar football operations building. Mark Ballard, Capitol Bureau Chi ...
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The fate of the earth lies in the hands of two stoners from Los Angeles. "Cheech & Chong" meets "Star Trek." Starring Bryan Irzyk, Brandon Barrick, Angi Lenhart, Troy Vincent, and Mort Burke. Featuring Julia Irzyk, Shannon McKain, Steve Wright, Matt Keene, Debbie Friedman, Sky King, Nathan Ballard, Darius De La Cruz, and Greg Shouse. Written & Edited by Steve Wright. Produced & Directed by Matt Keene. Sound Supervisor, Jeff Ecker. Artwork by Dakota Bardy. In memory of Joe Wright. A Manning R ...
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The Transformative Leader Podcast: Culture Transformation | Corporate Coaching
Amir Ghannad: Author, Speaker, Leadership Coach, Culture Transformation Consultant
The Transformative Leader Podcast is intended to equip you with the right mindset with which to recognize your innate leadership abilities as well as the hidden factors preventing you from fully expressing these abilities in practice. Join Amir Ghannad as he explains what it takes to be and show up as a Transformative Leader, regardless of where you currently find yourself in your leadership journey. Through adopting the highly effective, time-tested leadership approaches discussed, you will ...
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Vocalist Phillip Manuel remembers the lives of four greats in the entertainment industry; Tito Jackson, Sergio Mendez, James Earl Jones, and Frankie Beverly. Head of Invest in Louisiana Jan Moller comments on the latest with tax and budget problems throughout the state.
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Member of the Louisiana State Senate and candidate for Louisiana's 6th Congressional District Cleo Fields gives insight into his campaign and candidacy and also comments on various national and local political topics. Author at the Louisiana Illuminator Greg Larose is joined by news director for WWNO in New Orleans and WRKF in Baton Rouge Ryan Vasq…
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Dave Mason, Mike Wolf, Mark Ballard, Gwen Palagi
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BetOnline's Sportsbook Brand Manager Dave Mason talks online betting and the 2024 presidential election odds. Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf speaks on the idea of weed legalization and also the comments from Richard Nixon regarding marijuana. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on national and political topics including the recent comments from Loui…
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Hillar Moore, Adam Johnson, Marc H. Morial, Tiyale Hayes, Chris Colbert
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District Attorney Hillar Moore speaks on property tax throughout the state, advancements in technology within the criminal justice system, and the upcoming event "Saving Aziz and Those Left Behind". For more information, visit https://apat.memberclicks.net/savingazizpfpfundraiser#!/. BRSO's Music Director Adam Johnson gives insight into what's new …
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Amanda Jones, Danny Heitman, Nancy Rosenblum
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Librarian Amanda Jones speaks on anti-censorship in libraries throughout the state and her latest work regarding this, "That Librarian". Columnist Danny Heitman reflects on his journalism career the impact and importance of libraries, and also the the upcoming library series, "The Bill of Obligations". For more information, visit https://www.visitb…
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President and CEO of Visit Baton Rouge Jill Kidder talks the latest in local tourism as well as the effect the Super Bowl in New Orleans will have on Baton Rouge. Former Louisiana Congressman Charlie Melancon comments on various local and national political topics including the upcoming presidential election.…
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Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore speaks various topics including the aftermath of Hurricane Francine, this hurricane season, and also comments on the upcoming presidential election. Head of Nungesser Consulting and Republican Sally Nungesser talks the upcoming presidential election and its candidates.…
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Congressman Troy Carter talks the aftermath of Hurricane Francine and also comments on the recent presidential debate. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on national political topics including the upcoming presidential election and the recent presidential debate in Philadelphia. LSU's first Black football player Lora Hinton talks his football car…
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Quin Hillyer, Bill Jacquemin, Taylor Jacobs
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Columnist and writer Quin Hillyer talks the upcoming presidential election and it's candidates and also comments on last night's debate. Meteorologist Bill Jacquemin gives an update on Hurricane Francine. Associate AD of NIL & Strategic Initiatives Taylor Jacobs talks the world of NIL and it's impact on college athletes and also the new Amazon seri…
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Istrouma High head football coach and candidate for mayor Sid Edwards talks his decision to run for mayor-president and his campaign. Political consultant Mary-Patricia Wray comments on the upcoming presidential election, the upcoming presidential debate in Philadelphia and also remembers Baton Rouge attorney Mary Olive Pierson.…
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Meghan Goldbeck, Robert Freeland Ron Faucheux
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Executive Director of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Louisiana and Mississippi Chapters Meghan Goldbeck gives insight into the statistics of suicide and also the importance of this Suicide Prevention Month. A representative for Hispanic Heritage Month Discovery Day Robert Freeland speaks on the upcoming holiday and its impact thro…
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Stephen Handwerk, Troy Hebert, Jan Moller
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Former executive director of the Louisiana Democratic Party Stephen Handwerk is joined by former State Representative Troy Hebert to discuss the November 5th elections including the presidential and its candidates. Head of Invest in Louisiana Jan Moller comments on the Landry administration thus far, the idea of Louisiana and a fiscal crisis, and a…
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Commissioner of Insurance of Louisiana Tim Temple talks the insurance crisis, the effects of insurance rates due to hurricane season, and the Louisiana fortified roof program. Former Baton Rouge Advocate reporter George Morris remembers the great Paul Dietzel on what would have been his 100th birthday.…
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Fred Dent, Tara Wicker, Emily Wax-Thibodeaux
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Financial advisor Fred Dent gives an assessment of the markets thus far. Former EBR Parish city council member and founder of The W Consulting Group and Community Builders, Inc. Tara Wicker gives her perspective on abortion rights and it's impact on the upcoming presidential election. The Washington Post's Emily Wax-Thibodeaux talks on men's perspe…
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Assistant Director at East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein talks whats new at the library including the upcoming 85th anniversary of the EBR Parish library, other upcoming events, and also the latest on library cards. Delta College President Billy Clark speaks on his journey to this point and also the importance and impact of Delta College. P…
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Jose Vargas, Supratik Mukhopadhyay, Dr. Melvyn Lurie, George Sells
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Former LSU basketball player Jose Vargas reflects on his career at LSU and what he's been up to since. Professor in the Center for Computation & Technology Supratik Mukhopadhyay speaks on the idea revolutionizing chronic disease with AI. Psychiatrist Dr. Melvyn Lurie talks the mind's effect on politics. Veteran anchorman George Sells comments on th…
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Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser talks various topics including what's new with tourism throughout the state, hurricane season and the 2025 Super Bowl to be held in New Orleans. Louisiana Lottery's President/CEO Rose Hudson talks the latest with the LA Lottery.
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Democratic State Central Committee member Aimee Robinson speaks on the state of the Democratic party in Louisiana and also thoughts on Randal Gaines. Associate professor of political science at Louisiana State University Shreveport Dr. Jeff Sadow is joined by Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf to discuss Louisiana and national politics including Jeff Lan…
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A Conversation with Consumer Research Expert: Dr. Michelle Niedziela
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Summary: In this episode of The Adaptive Executive, host Greg Ballard interviews Dr. Michelle Niedziela, a behavioral neuroscientist and consumer research expert. They discuss how companies can stay adaptive by conducting effective research studies and using data to understand consumer perceptions and behavior. Dr. Niedziela shares insights on the …
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"The Power of Self-Care: Finding Work-Life Harmony with Candice Denise Owens"
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Summary: In this episode of The Adaptive Executive, host Greg Ballard interviews Candice Denise Owens, a mindfulness and self-care expert. Candice shares her journey from event planning to helping people manage stress and avoid burnout. She discusses the importance of work-life harmony, morning and evening routines, and practical strategies for inc…
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Empowering Your Team for Disaster Readiness with Patrick Hardy
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Disaster management expert Patrick Hardy shares insights on creating a culture of preparedness in small businesses. Learn how empowering employees at all levels can lead to more effective disaster response and adaptability in everyday operations. Key Topics: - Patrick's journey into disaster management - The importance of empowerment in disaster pr…
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Guide to Exiting on Top, How to Sell Your Company with Sharon Heaton
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Episode Summary: Sharon is an experienced M&A advisor who founded her firm sbLiftoff to serve small and medium sized businesses, an underserved sector critical to the economy. She recently published the book "LIFT OFF: 12 Things to Know Before Selling Your Business" to educate business owners on the M&A process. It aims to take some fear out of the…
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Mastering the Art of Transformational Leadership for a Brighter Future with Shawna Pelton
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In this extended episode, I spoke with Shawna Pelton, a transformational leadership expert, about navigating change and bringing out the best in people. We discussed the obstacles that hold back individuals and organizations from reaching their full potential and how to create psychologically safe environments. Shawna shared insights on embodying v…
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37 - Exposing Toxic Leadership from the Inside - My Journey as a Whistleblower with Gordon Graham
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In this episode, Greg speaks with Gordon Graham, author of "The Intrepid Brotherhood: Public Power, Corruption, and Whistleblowing." Gordon shares his experience as an IT professional at a public utility who witnessed unethical and toxic leadership practices. When he tried to speak up, he faced retaliation and was forced to become a whistleblower. …
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36 - Unleash Your Authentic Voice: Mastering Personal Branding with Danielle Hughes
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In this episode of "The Adaptive Executive," host Greg Ballard interviews Danielle Hughes, the Chief Personality Officer of More Than Words Marketing. Danielle shares her background and journey into marketing and copywriting. She emphasizes the importance of incorporating one's personality into their brand messaging and copywriting. By doing so, in…
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35 - Building Trust and Inspiring Teams: Unveiling the Secrets of Effective Leadership
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with the Former Director of Colorado's Transit and Rail, Amber Blake. 🎙️ Episode 35: "Building Trust and Inspiring Teams: Unveiling the Secrets of Effective Leadership"🚀 In this episode of "The Adaptive Executive," our host, Greg Ballard, sits down with Amber Blake, the founder of Amber Blake Consulting, to delve into…
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34 - Leading Fractional Executives with Deborah Fell of Chief Outsiders
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Greg Ballard interviews Deborah Fell, Managing Partner at Chief Outsiders, about leading fractional executives. Deborah shares how Chief Outsiders provides growth consulting by deploying part-time CMOs and CSOs into client companies. She discusses the high bar for talent and the experience required to be adaptable across companies and industries. K…
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33 - Never Sit in a Lobby with Gap Wireless' Glenn Poulos
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with the General Manager of Gap Wireless, Glenn Poulos. Glenn Poulos is the co-founder, Vice President, and General Manager of Gap Wireless Inc., a leading product and service distributor for the mobile broadband and wireless markets. With over three decades of experience in sales, he has spent thousands of hours in t…
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32 - Using Language of Service with Tegrita's Rolly Keenan
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with the CRO of Tegrita, Rolly Keenan. Tegrita is a marketing automation and strategy consultancy that focuses on providing scalable, flexible, and manageable marketing. They work with your team to increase your success with fewer resources. Their team of consultants stays on top of pivotal changes in the martech land…
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31 - The Lock and the Key with Emerge's Jonathon Hensley
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with the CEO of Emerge, Jonathon Hensley. Emerge works with clients to transform business strategies, user needs, and new technologies into valuable products and experiences. Jonathon Hensley is also the author of "Alignment", a book teaching business owners how to create a successful alignment with their team and org…
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30 - Knowing Your Food Supply with Nature's Warehouse's Daniel Laudon
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with the CEO and Managing Partner of Nature's Warehouse, Daniel Laudon. Nature's Warehouse is dedicated to promoting natural, home-grown health. They specialize in providing resources for anyone who may want to make their own informed decisions about their health and the health of their families. Nature’s Warehouse is…
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29 - Is it the Leak or the Puddle with the Craig Group's Libby Covington
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Craig Group Partner, Libby Covington. Craig Group is a number focused marketing firm specializing in marketing strategy and media execution. They combine a digital-first approach with real-world expertise, flexing to fit your unique needs and help you achieve your goals. To learn more about the Craig Group's work…
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28 - Setting Yourself Up for Success with YKMD's Yanique DaCosta
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Founder, President, and CEO of YKMD, Yanique DaCosta. YKMD sources graphic designers from around the world to create dynamic graphics that stand out in the most crowded marketplaces. The attention that these designs gain generates a client base that aligns with your ideals and trust in your designs. To learn more…
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27 - Understanding the Founders Perspective with Pilot's Gillian O'Brien
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with the founder in residence of Pilot, Gillian O'brien. Pilot offers the best bookkeeping, tax, and CFO services for growing businesses. As founder in residence, Gillian works with founders and accelerators to scale up startup programs among other initiatives. To learn more about Gillian's work click here. To get 20%…
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26 - Reframing Your Perspective with OP2 Labs' Alexander Kunz
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with co-founder and CEO of OP2 Labs, Alexander Kunz. OP2 Labs is an innovative protein brand that has worked with some of the top scientists, researchers, and medical professionals to develop the most powerful formulations in the world. They have two brands, ProT Gold Liquid Protein, which is used in multiple medical …
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25 - Lead with Curiosity with QualSights' Courtney Williams
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Your host, Greg Ballard talks with the COO of QualSights, Courtney Williams. QualSights is an insights technology platform that provides brands, agencies and consulting firms the ability to generate deeper and more authentic insights from consumers anywhere in the world, in a dramatically faster and cost-effective way. To learn more about Courtney'…
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24 - The Snowball Effect with Kyyba's Tel Ganesan
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Tel Ganesan, Managing Director of Kyyba. Kyyba hires talented employees to work in specialized industries. Kyyba also delivers high quality resources and real world concepts enabling clients to respond to organizational and technological changes. To learn more about Tel's work, visit https://kyyba.com/industries/…
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23 - Agility Is More Important Than Ever Before with Engagedly's Sri Chellappa
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Sri Chellappa, President and Co-Founder of Engagedly. Engagedly is about people and strategy, performance management and employee engagement for a high performing workplace. To learn more about Sri's work, visit https://www.engagedly.com If you'd like to be a guest on The Adaptive Executive, click HERE…
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22 - Making Your Life Easy Abroad with Air Doctor's Jenny Derfler
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Jenny Derfler CEO and Founder of Air Doctor. Air Doctor connect travelers worldwide to private doctors anywhere on the globe. To learn more about Jenny's work, visit https://www.air-dr.com If you'd like to be a guest on The Adaptive Executive, click HEREBy Greg Ballard
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21 - Data Solutions with Torch.AI's Brian Weaver
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Brian Weaver of Torch.AI torch.ai is an AI platform that unlocks human potential. They build AI that makes data easier to use with their specialized software to make humans and machines more productive. To learn more about Brian Weaver and his team at Torch AI work, visit https://torch.ai/ If you'd like to be a g…
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20 - Delegating Through Uncertain Times with Backendless' Mark Piller
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Mark Piller of Backendless. Backendless is a Full stack visual app development platform. Easily build mobile and online applications, with it's trivially simple design, you can turn your ideas into reality. No downloads for anything, all made within a browser, easy training for those who need it, build whatever y…
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19 - Positive Call Center Culture with Costa Rica's Call Center's Richard Blank
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Richard Blank of Costa Rica's Call Center. Costa Rica's Call Center is a state of the art BPO Telemarketing outsource company that personally trains call centers across Central America. They are bilingual and professionally trained and they can do the same for your staff. To learn more about Richard's work, visit…
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18 - A New Era in Vaccine Records with Vacmobile's Jennifer Sparks
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Jennifer Sparks of Vac Mobile. Vac Mobile is a digital solution to managing immunizations and other health status records. They empower the individual to manage their own vaccination records to keep themselves and their family safe. To learn more about Jennifer's work, visit https://vacmobile.app/ If you'd like t…
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17 - Personal Presence with Kamisol's Gigi McMillan
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Gigi MicMillan of Kamisol. Kamisol is a Personal and Professional Branding Firm. Kamisol is about giving extraordinary results to unique clients by empowerment through Style Psychology, a Your Way Forward Intensive, and a Three-Tiered Training Program. To learn more about Gigi's work, visit https://kamisol.net/ I…
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16 - Decision Making in Data and Analytics with Qlik's Kevin Hanegan
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Kevin Hanegan of Qlik. Qlik makes your data and analytics real-time, ai-driven, collaborative, and actionable. Qlik gives you in the moment active awareness about every aspect of your business. To learn more about Claudia's work, visit https://www.qlik.com/us PODCAST INFO Leave us a 5-Star Review on Podchaser (If…
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15 - Opportunity Through Entrepreneurship with Council's Claudia Reuter
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Claudia Reuter of Council. In her new book, Yes You Can Do This! How Women Start Up, Scale Up and Build the Life They Want, Claudia has created a manifesto encouraging women and men to consider entrepreneurship as a path forward and includes a practical how-to-guide to get started. To learn more about Claudia's w…
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14 - Deisel Diagnostics with Deisel Laptops' Tyler Robertson
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Tyler Robertson of Deisel Laptops. Founded in 2015, Diesel Laptops initially set out to help clients with their diagnostic tool needs. As trucks and emission technology became more advanced, a demand was placed in the market for diagnostic tools to meet those needs. As the years went on, we found that customers n…
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13 - The Titan Way with Titan Network's Athena Severi
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Your host, Greg Ballard, talks with Athena Severi of Titan Network. Titan Network is the exclusive membership organization for elite Amazon Sellers who want to scale faster. To learn more about Athena's work, visit https://www.titannetwork.com/ If you'd like to be a guest on The Adaptive Executive, click HERE…
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