*Episodes being released monthly from June 2024* To Me- Magic is a soul essence. It is joy. It is pure passion. It's a feeling of hope that we can create a better future. It's the sparkle that creates light behind people's eyes. Magic is the secret ingredient to getting through those tougher days. It's the thing that makes dreams seem actually possible. Welcome to a passion project of mine. A collection of conversations sharing the stories of people who are MAKING MAGIC REAL
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This podcast digs deep into Australia's most creative minds, to uncover the tools you need to survive being an actor.
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Starting and running a business or managing one isn’t for the faint of heart. You’re balancing internal and external forces in a continually changing landscape. This is where Cadence Bank’s In Good Companies comes in. We share our wealth of knowledge–and insights from noted industry experts–to guide you through the forces shaping business today. Our new host is Ari Marin, and his idea of “good company” is being around creative, insightful people who enjoy sharing personal stories about the t ...
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Welcome to the "Speaking of Wealth" podcast showcasing profit strategies for speakers, publishers, authors, consultants, and info-marketers. Learn valuable skills to make your business more successful, more passive, more automated, and more scalable. Your host, Jason Hartman interviews top-tier guests, bestselling authors and experts including; Dan Poynter (The Self-Publishing Manual), Harvey Mackay (Swim With The Sharks & Get Your Foot in the Door), Dan Millman (Way of the Peaceful Warrior) ...
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Brain Power: Refreshing Our Performance Mindset & Unlocking New Potential, with Dr. Julia DiGangi
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Whether you’re building your company up through growth and innovation or by investing in your culture, being in business often means striving for performance. But is there a science to good leadership? Research in cognitive psychology shows there might be. Our guest today is Dr. Julia DiGangi, author of Energy Rising: The Neuroscience of Leading wi…
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Send us a Text Message. Charles Wu is an Australian actor, writer and musician who has been building a strong career for himself across both the stage and screen. Perhaps best known for his role on screen as Ken Liu in ‘Doctor Doctor’ Charles has also regularly treaded the boards with some of Australia’s most respected theatre companies including S…
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Slow Burn: Understanding Chronic Stress & Overcoming Burnout, with Paula Davis
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This August, In Good Companies is back with a special series to relax, reset and dive back into business. And while summertime is an ideal season to press pause and step out of the office, for some of us, the need for a break is pressing. In 2024, 38% of US employees report having experienced burnout; a phenomenon recognized by the World Health Org…
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Send us a Text Message. Alexandra Jensen is an AACTA-nominated Australian actress who you may recognise from her television roles in ‘Talk To Me’, ‘Frayed’, ‘Amazing Grace’ and ‘The Messenger’. In this chat, soon after her debut performance in a play in London play, she talks about learning on the job, navigating the highs and lows of acting, battl…
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Taylor Meagher // Red Lines Dancing - Tales of an Artist
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Ep 24 - Taylor Meagher - Red Lines Dancing - Tales of an Artist.. Today’s conversation is with Taylor an artist who expresses her creative energy through painting & dancing! Since coming across her works, I have been truly captivated by the way she constructs the energies of her pieces & her use of colours give me a feeling of home. Taylor has rece…
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507: Unlocking Business Succession: The Power of ESOPs with Keith Butcher
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In an interview with Jason Hartman, Keith Butcher, founder of Butcher Joseph, discusses business succession and Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs). With many business owners approaching retirement, ESOPs offer a tax-efficient way to transition ownership to employees. This model enhances employee retention and loyalty, providing long-term retire…
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The Only Constant is Change: Embracing Flexibility in Leadership, with Jacob Morgan
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In 2024, flexibility is the word in everyone’s business. In a recent survey, the British Standards Institution asked more than 900 leaders worldwide about their priorities for their companies going forward. The results found that flexibility and well-being were the main concerns across the board. But what does flexibility mean, in practice? Is it a…
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[Fan Favorite] A Veterans' Lesson in Business Ownership, with LDR Growth Partners.
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According to the national census, there are 16.2 million veterans in the U. S., with over 4 million under the age of 55 years old. Many come back from deployment with a whole life ahead of them, and savings ripe for investment. So where does this new life begin? Our guests today will show you the way. In honour of Military Appreciation Month, this …
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The Art of Standing Out: Finding your Business Niche with Robert Brawner
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Great business often starts with a need that hasn’t been met. Whether you’re operating in an emerging field, or offering a new service within an established industry, a good niche holds unique potential for your company. Our guest Robert Brawner knows this from experience. As an environmental consultant and the founder of One Consulting Group, Robe…
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CEO of What? An Innovative Vision for Leadership with Jay B. Sauceda
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Many corporate leaders share a capacity for reinvention, as proven by recent research by Deloitte. According to their 2024 CEO survey, 80% of CEOs can maintain vision and optimism, even when faced with global uncertainty. But what else makes a great CEO? In today’s episode, serial entrepreneur Jay B. Sauceda offers his own creative take on this que…
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It Runs in the Family: Expanding Business from Generation to Generation, with E.C. Malone Corporation
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In 2023, 87% of companies in the U.S. were family-owned; across the labor market, they employ more than half of the population. So on this new episode of In Good Companies, we find out what it takes to grow your business as a family, and pass down craftsmanship from generation to generation. Who better to answer these questions than Cornell, Roman …
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Nobody Panic: Dos & Don’ts of Crisis Management, with Sydney Isaacs
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In our world, it's not a question of if but when a crisis will strike. In 2023, 96% of businesses experienced emergencies, but only one in five companies were prepared to take action. So in today’s episode, we’re learning to expect the unexpected with the help of our guest: Sydney Isaacs. Sydney is a Managing Director for H/Advisors Abernathy, a co…
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Fraud is Everyone’s Business: Cassi Chandler on Corporate Security and Intelligence
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Welcome back to In Good Companies! This season, we’re connecting you with the hottest trends in business. So we start with a big question: in a fast digital world, how can we keep our companies safe and secure? In 2023, 40% of all US organizations experienced security violations; so what can we do to catch fraud at the door? Our guest Cassi Chandle…
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[Fan Favorite] Turning the Tables: Diversity in Board Governance with Anna Catalano
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In Good Companies is springing back into action! Season 5 is out next week, and to warm up, we’re bringing back a favorite guest from seasons past: the fantastic Anna Catalano. Her episode is a lesson in ambition and professional development. Over the last 20 years, Anna has perfected the art of board governance and sat on a dozen public boards. Fo…
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We've only been gone for a few weeks, but at Cadence Bank, we miss our weekly dose of In Good Companies. But! We’ve got some exciting news. We will soon return for our fifth season. So mark your calendars: fresh new episodes of In Good Companies are coming to your feed in March 2024. We have lined up some amazing guests to dive into top business to…
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In the Driver’s Seat: Your All-in-One Guide to Business Leadership
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Happy New Year! 2024 is here, and, as is our tradition, our team celebrates bringing good companies forward. So to close season four, we welcome back some well-loved guests to talk about one of our favorite topics: how to lead with integrity. Consider this your all-in-one guide to business leadership. This episode features a variety of short clips …
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[Fan Favorite] Sourcing Talents for Leadership, with Jennifer McNorton
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New year, new you, same great podcast. We are back this week with another fan-favorite episode, which is our way of wrapping up the holidays and starting the new year on a high note! This week, meet (again) Jennifer McNorton, senior director of talent attraction at Indeed, one of the most popular job sites in the world. Jenn is in charge of sourcin…
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[Fan Favorite] Strategic Partnerships and the Art of the Deal, with George & Joshua Robertson
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We wish you a very happy holiday season! Join us in revisiting a much loved episode from season three. It’s our gift to you to say thank you for being part of our In Good Companies community. This fan favorite episode asks: Are you thinking about selling a business? Or buying into a venture in the new year? Then you know that when it comes to deali…
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Broad River Retail: An Overnight Success, 20 Years in the Making
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As a company, how long does it take to make it? The U.S. Bureau of Labor reports that 20% of companies go bust in their first two years. What’s more, only one-fifth make it past their 15th anniversary. But on In Good Companies, we’re hopeful. That’s why in this episode, we talk to Charlie Malouf, a leader who has seen it all, and came out the other…
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How do I start a Market Stall for my Art? // ART TIME with Julia Jay
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Ep #23 - How do I start a Market Stall for my art? // ART TIME with Julia Jay Are you looking to start a Market Stall for the first time? Well I hope this episode can be helpful in the beginnings of your Creative Journey!! I have only been doing Market Stalls for 5 years so this episode is just based around what has worked for me so far, its always…
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506: Navigating the Storm: A CEO's Tale of Business Triumph in Turbulent Times
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Jason interviews Johnny Serpilla, former President of Camping World, about his book, "Life is Hard, but I'll be Okay", and his experiences in leadership and business. Johnny emphasizes the importance of approaching life with one heart and mind, the role of gratitude in leadership, and the impact of personal problems on work. Johnny also discusses t…
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Turning Data into Gold: Mining the Power of Data Intelligence, with Clarity Innovations
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Information brings us food for thought. It grounds a lot of our discussions, and perhaps, most importantly, it gives our work direction and purpose. This is why on this podcast, we bring you expert guests and start every episode with a little bit of data! A recent survey by Deloitte finds that 83% of business leaders believe leveraging human data c…
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When Business Meets Love, Beer and Community: Nate & Kaitlynn Kressin Untapped
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In 2023, beer became the most popular alcoholic drink in the U. S., with a market estimated at $74 billion. So perhaps it’s no surprise that in recent years an increasing number of businesses have taken to the keg. A recent article by The Conversation reports that since 2015 the number of American craft breweries have doubled. This rise in populari…
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How the Story Goes: Mastering the Art of Leadership Storytelling, with Esther Choy
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Think about something you learned recently. Whether it is a scientific finding, a fun fact, a historical event or something else, there is probably a great story behind it. Research by the London School of Business shows that most people only retain 5%-10% of the information they're given when presented with facts and figures. But fold the same dat…
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[Fan Favorite] John Hope Bryant on Empowering Entrepreneurs and Championing Minorities in Business
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'Tis the season to be thankful! While our team takes a short holiday break, we’re bringing back a fan favorite episode from last season. It's our way of saying thank you for making “In Good Companies” a success. So together, let’s revisit a conversation that got us thinking about what it means to champion diversity in entrepreneurship. Because when…
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Send us a Text Message. Introducing Rose Marel - an Aussie actor living and working in Canada! If you have ever wanted to give that move a go - listen to how Rose did (and is doing!) it. When in Sydney she produced a film company called Chimera Storm Productions, and starred in a play called 'Tick Tick Boom' with subtlenuance (and me!) and since mo…
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Discipline, Patriotism, Family: Veterans’ Lessons in Business Ownership
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According to the national census, there are 16.2 million veterans in the U. S., with over 4 million under the age of 55 years old. Many come back from deployment with a whole life ahead of them, and savings ripe for investment. So where does this new life begin? Our guests today will show you the way. In honor of Veterans Day, this week, we welcome…
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Send us a Text Message. Jay James-Moody is an award-winning actor, director, writer and producer. Jay is the creator and Artistic Director of acclaimed boutique company Squabbalogic Independent Music Theatre - one of Australia’s premier producers of intimate musical theatre. In this chat he talks about how squabbalogic came about, and shares many t…
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Under the Influence: Learning Marketing Strategy from Pop Culture
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If you've been listening to In Good Companies for a while, you know that sometimes we like to shake things up. In this episode, we bring back a special guest, Dr Marcus Collins. Remember Marcus? He is a culture expert, marketing professor and author of the best-selling book “For the Culture”. He joined us in a previous episode to talk about the pow…
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Send us a Text Message. You’ve seen him in plays in Sydney and Melbourne, or maybe on you Tv in Home and Away, Transfusion, Deadloch, The Secret Kingdom or many others!? Now you’ve heard him on An Actor Survives! A star of stage and screen - and a genuinely lovely person- chatting with Darius was heaps of fun and really inspiring. Episode out now! …
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Nurture your Culture: Dr Marcus Collins on the Power of Culture in Business
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A recent Deloitte survey shows that our professional expectations have shifted in the past decade. In 2023, our youngest workers want jobs aligned with their values, where they have a purpose and find a sense of belonging. Increasingly, our workforce looks for good company culture, first and foremost. So how does culture drive strategy? And how can…
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Send us a Text Message. It’s exciting to hear about the experiences from actors at all stages of their careers- and this episode absolutely rings true to that! Taia graduated from Actors Centre Australia in 2022, so is in her very first year out in the industry. In this episode she chats to Emily about her first experiences with a professional job,…
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Raptor Technologies: How Growing Market Share Leads to Safer Schools
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Listener warning: This podcast includes discussions of school shootings and trauma, which may be distressing for some listeners. A recent survey from the National Center for Education Statistics reports that two-thirds of American public schools now control visitor access to their school grounds. This includes getting equipment, hiring staff and im…
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Send us a Text Message. Season 3 episode 2 featuring Julia Billington. We chat about acting of course, but also religion, experience as a student and they share their love of yoga, of community, their dog (who you might hear chatting with my cat in the background!) and all the ways they are contributing to the world as a wonderful creative artist. …
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All Aboard: Anna Catalano on Gender and Diversity on Boards
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When picturing a board of directors, what comes to mind? Men in suits sitting around a table? Well, you are not to blame. In 2023, women hold only 28% of board seats in the Russell 3000. So how are companies making efforts to diversify their leadership? How can established directors lift up people who haven’t always had their seat at the table? Wha…
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Send us a Text Message. Season 3 is finally here!! And what an absolute thrill to start it off with incredible Aussie actor- Patrick Brammall. You’ve likely seen him on your screen - offspring anyone? Colin from Accounts? (Of which he also wrote with his wife Harriet Dyer!) And, now you get to hear him chat with Emily about what life as an actor is…
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Trust The Process: How Human Connection Drives Business Performance
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There is no P&L statement for well-being, but we all know a great team when we're on one. So, what’s the secret? How do leaders build a business culture where people feel good and work well together? How can companies make sure that their people show up every day as the best version of themselves? “With trust and connection,” says David Mead. David…
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505: Protecting Your Online Reputation: Expert Insights from Matt Earle | Reputation.ca
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In this interview, Matt Earle from Reputation.ca discusses the problem of online reputation damage and how it can affect individuals and businesses. When negative or false information appears in Google search results, it can harm a person's reputation. Reputation.ca focuses on deleting harmful content whenever possible, but it's challenging when de…
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Opportunity for All: John Hope Bryant on Building Up Entrepreneurs
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Often, the story of an entrepreneur is focused on exceptional individuals. But every entrepreneur knows that they can’t do it alone. We all need a helping hand to reach our true potential. That’s especially true for those from underserved communities. So how do we empower entrepreneurs? What can we give them, and what do they have to do for themsel…
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How to Deal with the Deal: The Human Side of M&A
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Whether you’re selling a business or buying into one, it’s a big deal. And when the stakes get high, so do emotions. On this episode, we dive into the human element of mergers & acquisitions. What’s it like to sell your business? How do you navigate change? What can you do to build trust? Fortunately, we spoke with two people who have experienced t…
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A Whole New Ballgame: Jim Crane on Business Transformation
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Whether it’s because of new leadership, exogenous shock, or a plain old rut, all companies eventually need to change. While there’s no single template for how to transform your business, you can learn a lot from those who have done it successfully; and there’s probably no better example than Jim Crane and the Houston Astros baseball franchise. When…
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Everlasting Love: Sustaining a culture of love
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Last week, Mohammad Anwar and Chris Pitre introduced us to the concept of “Love as a Business Strategy” and showed how beneficial it is to leaders. But leaders aren’t the only ones in a business. So, what does a culture of love bring to employees? The answer: a lot! They have just as much to gain from a culture of love as leaders do. Love as a busi…
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Cacao with Courtney // Our first BIG Festival Market Stall
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Ep 22 - Cacao with Courtney & Julia Make a hot cup of Cacao & Join us today for some chit chats!! Courtney & I have created a joint creative collective called “Slow Crafted Creations” & did our first BIG Festival Market stall together at National Folk Festival Canberra! It is a melding of our magical worlds & its so exciting + fun to work alongside…
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All You Need Is Love: The origins of “Love as a Business Strategy”
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How much better would the world be if everyone loved going to work? How much more engaged would we be? How much more efficient? That’s the vision of Mohammad Anwar and Chris Pitre (Softway & Culture+), two co-authors of the WSJ-bestseller Love as a Business Strategy. They want to revolutionize the way companies do business, by putting people at the…
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The CX Factor: Creating Standout Customer Experience
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Customers judge your company on more than just the product you sell. They’re evaluating every interaction, from start to finish: Was the website easy to navigate? Were the employees friendly and helpful? Did their order come quickly (and in one piece)? They want convenience, consistency and connection. All that adds up to a customer experience, or …
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We've received a great response from you on our sonic branding episode, so we wanted to ride the wave and follow up with some additional content on small business marketing. This week’s episode originally aired in Season 2. We interact with brands every day, so you might think you’ve got the concept all figured out. But experts know: looks can be d…
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We’re on the cusp of a new generation of workers. Young people entering the workforce today are, by and large, digital natives. They’ve spent their formative years navigating COVID, and this new world of remote work is the only one they’ve ever known. Like every new generation, they’ll have different values, different expectations and different app…
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These days, everyone is vying for our attention. We’re bombarded with videos, tweets, billboards, commercials–every company is trying to catch our eye. One way to break through the clutter is to focus on ears instead. It’s called “sonic branding” and it’s increasingly how businesses cut through the noise and distinguish themselves to customers. But…
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Hire Education: How to Perfect Your Hiring Process
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And we’re back! Welcome to Season 3 of In Good Companies. This season, we’re jumping right into the deep end–of the candidate pool. On our latest bonus episode, we got a crash course in the current hiring landscape from Indeed’s Senior Director of Talent Attraction, Jennifer (Jenn) McNorton. She shared the macro trends that have contributed to the …
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Embodybee // Restoring the Sacred Connection between Bees & Humans
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Ep 21 - Emily // Embodybee The Bees have been Emily's biggest teacher in life! Being there through the birth of her daughter & deeply interwoven in the creation of her business - Embodybee. Her business & life purpose is driven by a dream to restore the sacred connection between bees and humans. She lives a bee centred way of life, which if your wo…
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