Best Straight Line Leadership Podcasts (2024)

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Hugh Lawson on Ikigai, Leadership, and Making a Difference 1:06:52

20h ago1:06:52

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On Episode 46 of the It’s Not A Straight Line podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Hugh Lawson, a business development expert, Vanier Cup football champion, and leadership advisor. As the Principal at Lawson Leadership Advisory, Hugh is a purpose-driven, people-centric leader who embodies the principles of Ikigai—finding the intersectio…

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228: Understanding People Pleasing Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, Virtual Assistant, Owner, Or Self-Employed 6:02

8h ago6:02

6:02

Hey there, I’m Chris Panek, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Coach, and the host of the Mastering Your Small Business Finances Podcast, and I want to welcome you to this new series I’m doing on this podcast. My intention is to drop one of these additional episodes every Monday while I continue to provide you with the regular Mastering Your Sm…

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How to Successfully Grab Organizational Change Management by the Horns with Erika Andersen 26:42

1h ago26:42

26:42

ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE MANAGEMENT Organizational change management can make or break an organization regardless of size. According to McKinsey & Company 70% of all change initiatives fail because we’re creatures of habit and biologically hardwired to stick with what’s worked for us in the past. It’s not helpful when battling change going into the fu…

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Hungry People Dig for the Truth with Ray Hurst 52:36

4h ago52:36

52:36

On this episode of Mastering Life's Adventures, our special guest, Ray Hurst, shares his compelling journey. He discusses his experience growing up and dealing with deep depression, even while being successful in his career. Ray reveals how he realized he had unresolved issues that felt like a "riptide," pulling on his emotional well-being. This "r…

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227: Why Are You Neglecting Your Bookkeeping Tasks Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, VA, Owner, Or Self-Employed 25:39

5d ago25:39

25:39

Do you dread working on your bookkeeping for your business? Have you neglected it, and now it seems like a project you’ll never be able to tackle? We all know how essential it is to have accurate and timely financial statements so that you can make sound business decisions, but your bookkeeping doesn’t have to be dreadful. If you take some pretty s…

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EP 20: Why Learning Matters 53:20

6d ago53:20

53:20

This week we're taking a look back on the first few months of the podcast to showcase some of the incredible guests and their stories on why learning matters. ––––––––––––––––– At ttcInnovations, we help businesses create lasting change with immersive learning experiences. Through instructional strategy, design, and content development we empower e…

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How to Tap into HR and Increase Your Profits! 24:13

7h ago24:13

24:13

Helen G. Sneed, Principal Partner of Drive The Goal, LLC is joined by Heather Flaherty, founder of Align 360 HR, who discusses the importance of HR in improving business operations and increasing profits. Heather emphasizes the need for process improvement and efficiency to achieve financial growth. Heather shares her approach to helping businesses…

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226: Setting Boundaries Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, Virtual Assistant, Business Owner, Or Self-Employed 5:07

7d ago5:07

5:07

Hey there, I’m Chris Panek, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Coach, and the host of the Mastering Your Small Business Finances Podcast, and I want to welcome you to this new series I’m doing on this podcast. My intention is to drop one of these additional episodes every Monday while I continue to provide you with the regular Mastering Your Sm…

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Want Your Business to be Fundable with Merrill Chandler 26:33

3h ago26:33

26:33

BE FUNDABLE If you want your business to be fundable, to have ready access to money when you need it, there are certain things you need to do. What are they? (Just in case you ever DO need money from outside sources . . . because believe me that’s NOT the time to find you’re not fundable.) Luckily, today’s guest, Merrill Chandler is an expert in th…

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Eliminate Your Toxic Thinking with Dr. Judith 34:13

3h ago34:13

34:13

In this captivating Mastering Life's Adventures episode, Dr. Judith unveils the 12th Key to Soul Growth: eliminating toxic thinking. She emphasizes the varying levels of severity, from mild to moderate to severe, and the importance of recognizing that we are energetic beings. Dr. Judith directs us to be mindful of our thoughts, reactions, and feeli…

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225: Personal And Business Financial Stability Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, VA, Owner, Or Self-Employed 25:15

12d ago25:15

25:15

Understanding and having control of your personal finances is extremely important when you have a business. There may be instances in your business when you need to inject personal funds into the business if you are having issues with your business meeting its cash flow and financial needs. You need to know if you can indeed afford to put these fun…

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224: Being Responsible Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, Virtual Assistant, Business Owner, Or Self-Employed 4:44

14d ago4:44

4:44

Hey there, I’m Chris Panek, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Coach, and the host of the Mastering Your Small Business Finances Podcast, and I want to welcome you to this new series I’m doing on this podcast. My intention is to drop one of these additional episodes every Monday while I continue to provide you with the regular Mastering Your Sm…

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How to Continuously Thrive Amid Adversity with Meridith Elliott Powell 25:50

5d ago25:50

25:50

THRIVE AMID ADVERSITY How to thrive amid adversity and uncertainty is a perennial question. Add a financial crisis or a health crisis like Covid to the mix and you’ve really got a hot mess on your hands. So how do you keep your head up and continuously thrive amid uncertainty? Meridith Elliott Powell, author of Thrive: Strategies to Turn Uncertaint…

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Looking Back At My Podcast, with Colleen Matschi 42:43

6d ago42:43

42:43

In this special episode of Mastering Life's Adventures, as promised during her 100th episode, Dr. Judith returns with a guest to reflect on the evolution of her podcast. Colleen Matschi, PCC, an executive and career coach, joins her. She and three other dear colleagues have journeyed with Dr. Judith through her progress and growth as the host of Ma…

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223: Organic Marketing Tips To Grow Sales Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, Virtual Assistant, Owner, Self-Employed 23:05

19d ago23:05

23:05

When you don’t have a big budget for marketing, like when you are just getting your business started, or you’re not bringing in the sales you originally expected, it’s important to take advantage of low-cost marketing options and marketing you can do on your own. The good news is that as a business owner or solopreneur, you know everything about yo…

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EP 19: Creating and Managing Compelling Corporate Content 19:48

16d ago19:48

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This week we're joined by Kausta Spann of Kausation Consulting to discuss the importance of creating and managing compelling content for corporate learning. ––––––––––––––––– At ttcInnovations, we help businesses create lasting change with immersive learning experiences. Through instructional strategy, design, and content development we empower emp…

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How the Right Talent Changes Everything! 13:47

15d ago13:47

13:47

Helen G. Sneed, Principal Partner of Drive The Goal, LLC, sits down with Shannon Herrera, Co-founder of Maven Leadership Solutions, for an engaging and insightful discussion on the critical role of talent in organizational success, especially within the non-profit sector. In this episode, Shannon shares her expertise on navigating common pitfalls s…

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222: Is Stress Causing You To Overeat Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, Virtual Assistant, Owner, Or Self-Employed 4:17

21d ago4:17

4:17

Hey there, I’m Chris Panek, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Coach, and the host of the Mastering Your Small Business Finances Podcast, and I want to welcome you to this new series I’m doing on this podcast. My intention is to drop one of these additional episodes every Monday while I continue to provide you with the regular Mastering Your Sm…

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Soft Skill Secrets That Are Essential to Workplace Trust with Anne Baum 24:36

12d ago24:36

24:36

WORKPLACE TRUST Workplace trust can ebb and flow like an ocean tide depending on what we say and how we say it. Little things can mean a lot, especially when it comes from someone in a position of authority. Getting it right means sharpening your soft skills and today’s guest, Anne Baum is going to share some soft skill secrets to help you build wo…

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How to Build Self-Confidence with Michelle Hill 38:10

13d ago38:10

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In this profoundly engaging episode, Dr. Judith welcomes back Michelle Hill for a heartfelt conversation about the complex journey of self-confidence. Many women find their self-confidence fluctuating with life's events, and Michelle delves into how her path has been shaped by family history, past marriage, and relationships. She shares the profoun…

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221: Differences Between Growing And Scaling Your Business Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, VA, Or Business Owner 23:06

26d ago23:06

23:06

As a business owner, you want your business to be successful, and that may mean growing your business or maybe even scaling your business. There are many business owners who think that growing and scaling your business are the same, but in fact, there are some pretty significant differences. In today’s podcast episode, I am walking you through the …

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EP 18: Using Experiential Learning to Take Start-Ups to the Next Level 32:09

25d ago32:09

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This week, we're excited to chat with Katie McLaughlin about the McLaughlin Method and the magic of experiential learning. Katie's journey into adult learning began when she realized how powerful theater techniques could be for creating engaging and immersive learning experiences. She blends her theatrical background with her expertise in adult lea…

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Lifelong Learning and Leadership with Leslie Snavely, President of CHG Healthcare

15d ago

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When Leslie Snavely first applied at CHG Healthcare 5 weeks into parental leave with her first child, she got a rejection in less than 24 hours. But she didn’t take no for an answer and has since spent her career working her way up the company to her current role as President. In this episode of TheEdge, Leslie Vickrey dives into how Leslie’s midwe…

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220: What You Can Do To Prevent Self Doubt Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, VA, Business Owner, Or Self-Employed 4:58

28d ago4:58

4:58

Hey there, I’m Chris Panek, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Coach, and the host of the Mastering Your Small Business Finances Podcast, and I want to welcome you to this new series I’m doing on this podcast. My intention is to drop one of these additional episodes every Monday while I continue to provide you with the regular Mastering Your Sm…

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How Smart Entrepreneurs Increase Revenue Without Selling More with Ken Wentworth 24:33

26d ago24:33

24:33

INCREASE REVENUE Can you really increase revenue without selling more? How cool would that be? Right? Today’s Summer Classic guest, Ken Wentworth, also known as Mr. Biz, says yes you can. Listen now to get the inside scoop. What You’ll Discover About How to Increase Revenue: * How eliminating the “silent business killer” lets you increase revenue *…

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A Healthy Relationship Means Two Healthy People with Michelle Hill 51:42

20d ago51:42

51:42

In this captivating episode, Dr. Judith welcomes Michelle Hill, an insightful guest who shares her profound experiences with men who, beneath their charming exteriors, are emotional manipulators. Michelle delves into the deception and emotional manipulation that often hide behind a facade of niceness, revealing how women's gullibility can be exploi…

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219: Do Not Waste This Asset In Your Business Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, VA, Business Owner, Or Self-Employed 25:44

1M ago25:44

25:44

We are all given the same amount of time each and every day, and what you do with it is ultimately your decision, but if you are wasting your time on something that isn’t helping you reach your goals or the level of success you are looking for in your business, it’s time to really take a look at where your time is being spent and make some changes.…

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Touchdowns to Entrepreneurship: The Hill Brothers' Journey 1:00:23

22d ago1:00:23

1:00:23

Join us for an inspiring episode as I sit down with Matty and Alex Hill, better known as the Hill Brothers. Matty, Founder and Commissioner of Niagara Youth Flag Football (NYFF), is celebrated as one of Canada's top flag football coaches, having led teams to two World Championships. Meanwhile, Alex, a Sales Representative at RE/MAX Escarpment Realt…

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EP 17: What Is XR and How Does It Benefit Employee Training? 24:33

21d ago24:33

24:33

This week we’re joined by XR Training Lead, Brian Melven to discuss all things Virtual and Augmented Reality. As an XR training lead, Brian’s job is all about connecting the latest tech with effective learning solutions. He collaborates with experts, instructional designers, and developers to create immersive training simulations that let learners …

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A Story of Career Transition – Playing to a New Beat! 12:16

22d ago12:16

12:16

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 Season 2 of The Career Suite is here, and we're kicking it off with an incredible story of career transition and talent acquisition. 🎙️ Episode Title: A Story of Career Transition – Playing to a New Beat! Host: Helen G. Sneed, Principal Partner of Drive The Goal, LLC Guest: Gregory Sneed, Retired Chief of Police and Saxophonist I…

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218: Are You Taking The Time Your Body Needs To Rest Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, Virtual Assistant, Or Owner 4:51

1M ago4:51

4:51

Hey there, I’m Chris Panek, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Coach, and the host of the Mastering Your Small Business Finances Podcast, and I want to welcome you to this new series I’m doing on this podcast. My intention is to drop one of these additional episodes every Monday while I continue to provide you with the regular Mastering Your Sm…

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How to Read Nonverbal Body Language for Better Communication with Martin Brooks 24:38

27d ago24:38

24:38

READ NONVERBAL BODY LANGUAGE Are you unsure of how to read nonverbal body language at work? Could you be missing out on subtle clues about what someone is really thinking? Imagine how valuable it would be if you were better at decoding those signals? It could help you be a more effective leader, negotiator, or team player. It’s powerful indeed, my …

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Worthiness: You Do Deserve Goodness with Dr. Judith 28:19

27d ago28:19

28:19

In this exciting episode, Dr. Judith focuses on the theme of worthiness, exploring the various factors contributing to feelings of unworthiness and offering insights into why you inherently deserve goodness. She delves into the powerful concept that your attention and state of consciousness can either attract or repel positivity. Dr. Judith emphasi…

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217: Benefits Of Being A Solopreneur Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, Virtual Assistant, Owner, Or Self-Employed 24:41

1M ago24:41

24:41

Starting your own business and making sure you are profitable is a dream many of us have. Determining whether you will be an entrepreneur or a solopreneur is one of the first things you should consider when starting your business. Many people believe these two are the same, but there are some pretty major differences between the two. In today’s pod…

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EP 16: 4 Ways Storytelling Transforms Employee Training 33:10

1M ago33:10

33:10

Eric Berget is a renowned expert in the field of learning experience design, with a particular focus on harnessing the power of storytelling. Throughout his career, he has witnessed firsthand the transformative impact that well-crafted narratives can have on learners, captivating their attention, igniting their emotions, and leaving a lasting impre…

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216: Experiencing Anxiety Instead Of Avoiding It Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, VA, Owner, Or Self-Employed 5:24

1M ago5:24

5:24

Hey there, I’m Chris Panek, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Coach, and the host of the Mastering Your Small Business Finances Podcast, and I want to welcome you to this new series I’m doing on this podcast. My intention is to drop one of these additional episodes every Monday while I continue to provide you with the regular Mastering Your Sm…

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How to Keep Your Business Motivation Mojo Turbocharged with Dr. Ronald Dalrymple 23:23

1M ago23:23

23:23

BUSINESS MOTIVATION Keeping your business motivation high can be challenging. Sometimes it can feel like pushing a mule up hill. There are days you feel it and, let’s be honest, days you don’t. How can you keep your business motivation mojo turbocharged? Today’s Summer Classic guest, Dr Ronald Dalrymple, is the author of The Inner Manager and a lic…

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From Artillery Soldier to TikTok - Wayne Hannah's Journey of Laughter and Resilience 1:12:25

1M ago1:12:25

1:12:25

We're thrilled to welcome Wayne Hannah, the mastermind behind "Mindful'Ish" on YouTube and "@goodmorningassholes" on TikTok. Wayne is a humorist, content creator, firefighter, and veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces. After serving 20 years as an artillery soldier, Wayne's journey took him from counteracting Somali pirates to injecting humour into …

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Awake Your Soul! Our 100th Episode 30:11

1M ago30:11

30:11

Dr. Judith is ecstatic to celebrate the milestone 100th episode of her podcast, a journey that has been as enriching for her as it has been for her listeners. She shares her heartfelt vision for the show, expressing immense joy in hosting episodes and inviting fascinating guests to explore their unique experiences, adventures, and learnings. With b…

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215: Accurately Categorize Your Transactions Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, VA, Business Owner, Or Self-Employed 20:53

2M ago20:53

20:53

When you are utilizing a computerized software system to do your bookkeeping, it will save you time if you are taking advantage of all the bells and whistles it has to offer, but how do you know that everything is getting classified in the proper accounts? One of the tradeoffs you have when you are using functions such as bank feeds and automatic d…

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EP 15: Highs and Lows of Owning a L&D Company, Navigating Labor Laws, & the Future of ttcInnovations 41:12

1M ago41:12

41:12

This week we're joined again by Debbie Wooldridge CEO and founder of ttcInnovations as she answers questions from our audience ranging from the future of L&D, how corporate training has changed over the years, to favorite books from this year. We want to thank everyone who submitted questions. This was a fun one to record. ––––––––––––––––– At ttcI…

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214: Building The Skill Of Determination Whether You Are Starting A Business Or Side Hustle, A Solopreneur, Entrepreneur, Mompreneur, Freelancer, Bookkeeper, Virtual Assistant, Owner Or Self-Employed 5:48

2M ago5:48

5:48

Hey there, I’m Chris Panek, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Coach, and the host of the Mastering Your Small Business Finances Podcast, and I want to welcome you to this new series I’m doing on this podcast. My intention is to drop one of these additional episodes every Monday while I continue to provide you with the regular Mastering Your Sm…

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How to Adopt Disney's Magical Customer Experience in Your Business with Vance Morris 24:57

2M ago24:57

24:57

MAGICAL CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE Does creating a magical customer experience sound like a bunch of marketing pie in the sky? Well, today’s Summer Classic guest is a Disney management alum, and he says that you don’t need a roller coaster or nightly fireworks to create a magical customer experience. What You’ll Discover About the Magical Customer Experie…

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