Two middle-aged cats from the Great South Chicago who have been best friends since age 16, share key life lessons, ambitions, and advice on business, careers, marriage, friendship and more. The premise of the show is "if I could talk to myself at age 16, what would I say"?
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Step into the world of leadership excellence with "One Hour of GREATNESS!" This podcast is your daily dose of managerial empowerment, offering a dynamic and insightful journey toward becoming a GREAT manager. In each power-packed episode, you'll dive into the art and science of effective leadership, gaining valuable strategies, practical tips, and inspiring stories that will propel your management skills to new heights. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your leadership ...
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One example of How to Create Value as a Manager
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In this episode, we discuss how to create value by upgrading the reasonable expectations of the work activities. Knowing how to upgrade reasonable expectations is critical in creating value in your team and organization. Thank you for listening and go ahead and join our community. Join our community here. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcas…
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You are leaving opportunity of the table! Here's how !
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Embark on a transformative journey with host Rafael Castillo in this episode of the Better Boss Podcast, where we delve into the heart of management training guided by the mission and vision of at BetterBoss.org. At the forefront of our mission is the commitment to reshape management paradigms through accessible and impactful training. Uncover the …
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Many managers often confuse the act of setting expectations with merely instructing employees on what to do, and these are fundamentally different approaches. The essence of successful expectation-setting, whether with an individual or a team, lies in achieving immediate agreement, rooted in the belief that what is being conveyed is valuable. Trust…
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Interview with Calvin L. Williams CEO and Founder of Impruver.com , Continuous Improvement Coach, and Speaker - Episode 0010
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In this podcast we talk to CEO and Founder of Impruver.com Calvin L. Williams. We talk about his humble beginnings , his unannounced passion in sports, and how he got stared on his entrepreneurial journey leading to Impruver.com. There are many gold nuggets int his episode that you can take back and apply. Listen in to the wealth of knowledge and i…
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Interview with Sam MacPherson - Green Beret Officer / Founder of The Lean Leadership Academy - Episode 009
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In this Episode we talk to Mr. Sam MacPherson the founder of The Lean Leadership Academy and how leadership plays a critical part in moving your culture into a more lean centric organization. Sam has a wealth of knowledge and truly understands from a strategic standpoint what it takes to change a culture. Listen in and take the golden nuggets of in…
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Episode 008: Interview with Shane Wentz CEO of A Change in Latitude Consulting
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In this Episode we have the pleasure of interviewing Mr. Shane Wentz CEO of A Change of Latitude Consulting. He talks about how he got started in Continuous Improvement and what drove his passion in his field. He also talks about the biggest challenges this field faces and what you can do to make a difference in the Continuous Improvement field. Th…
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Episode 007: Interview with Andrew Lenti - Managing Director and Co-founder of TOPP.
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In this episode we talk shop with Mr. Andrew Lenti the Managing Director and Co-Founder of TOPP Tactical Intelligence y and how his organization provides value by building the software infrastructure so that can focus on your organizations' performance. Andrew talks to us about his back ground, what sparked his interest in Continuous Improvement, a…
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Episode 6: Interview with Paul Glenn from Sliding Paradigms
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In this episode we speak with the owner of Sliding Paradigms Mr. Paul Glenn. Paul is a passionate professional fighting the good fight in the pursuit of Continuous Improvement . We talk about his humble beginning in CI and how a single "raising of the hand" got him into this game. He gives insight on Kaizen / CI, why organizations resist CI, and wh…
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Episode 005: Why Continuous improvement does not stick !
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We make all the preparations to plan and execute CI but something down the line it fails to stick within the culture . Lean why ! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/betterboss/message
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Episode 004: Why Dally Huddle meetings are key to Employee Engagement.
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Many managers often confuse the act of setting expectations with merely instructing employees on what to do, and these are fundamentally different approaches. The essence of successful expectation-setting, whether with an individual or a team, lies in achieving immediate agreement, rooted in the belief that what is being conveyed is valuable. Trust…
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Episode 003: Get louder when doing the right thing
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Many managers often confuse the act of setting expectations with merely instructing employees on what to do, and these are fundamentally different approaches. The essence of successful expectation-setting, whether with an individual or a team, lies in achieving immediate agreement, rooted in the belief that what is being conveyed is valuable. Trust…
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Episode 002: How you can win as a supervisor despite all things bad.
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If you are a struggling supervisor this episode is for you . --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/betterboss/message
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Episode 001: We talk about our purpose of the podcast and how it add vale to you.
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Many managers often confuse the act of setting expectations with merely instructing employees on what to do, and these are fundamentally different approaches. The essence of successful expectation-setting, whether with an individual or a team, lies in achieving immediate agreement, rooted in the belief that what is being conveyed is valuable. Trust…
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ONE HOUR OF GREATNESS! Transform into a GREAT manager one hour a day! (Trailer)
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Avengers End Game Scores BIG, Record Breaking Opening Weekend, Marketing Strategies to Build Anticipation in your Product
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This week on Cal & B Show, we discuss the Avengers End Game which Scores BIG at the box office on opening weekend - Recording record Breaking Ticket Sales domestically and internationally. We also discuss and share various Marketing Strategies to Build Anticipation in your Product(s) as a business start up.…
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THE TIGER WOODS TRIUMPHANT COMEBACK & HOW WE DEAL WITH THE EBBS & FLOWS OF BUSINESS SUCCESS & FAILURES
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CAL & B back at it this week discussing Tiger Woods' Incredible win after experiencing a rough climb back to dominance. It was due to hard work and perseverance. Failures and comebacks are what even the greatest Entrepreneurs have to wrestle with throughout their various ventures. Cal & B discuss various tactics on how to navigate when failure land…
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THE MINIMUM WAGE DEBATE: PROS / CONS, HOW WILL AFFECT JOBS, HOW COMPANIES ADJUST, WHEN IS A GOOD TIME TO HIRE EMPLOYEES
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THIS WEEK ON THE CAL & B SHOW WE DISCUSS THE ONGOING MINIMUM WAGE DEBATE THE PROS / CONS OF A HIGHER MININUM WAGE HOW WILL HIGHER MINIMUM AFFECT JOBS & EMPLOYEE STATUS HOW COMPANIES ADJUST TO HIGHER MINIMUM WAGE WHEN IS A GOOD TIME TO HIRE EMPLOYEES THE EMPLOYEE / EMPLOYER RELATIONSHIP
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The Nipsey Hussle Tragedy, His Movement With the Community, How to Make a Change In Your Community
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In this episode of Cal and B, we touch on the situation around Nipsey Hussle's death, life & legacy, We discuss his history as an Artist, Independent Label, Entrepreneur as well as his movement to improve the conditions and environment in his local Los Angeles community. From Education / Academics to Business, Sports and Fashion, Nipsey wanted to i…
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Small Win for the Marijuana Industry and Leveraging Credit to Your Advantage
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In this episode, Cal & B discuss how the new law being routed through the house of representatives will create a boon for the Marijuana Industry. They also discuss when and how to leverage bank loans to build and expand your business.
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College Admission Scandal and the Value of a College Education
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Cal & B discuss the admission Scandal that is rocking elite US colleges. The also discuss whether or not a college education is worth the price and alternative ways to get ahead quickly in America.
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Kylie Jenner First Billionaire in World HIstory and Personal Branding
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Cal and B discuss the power of social media in building a personal and business brand. They also touch on how Kylie Jenner, the world's youngest billionaire leveraged Instagram, her family's fame, and micro-lending to catapult her career to unimaginable heights, and she's just getting started.
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The Jussie Smollett Fiasco and Envisioning Success
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Cal and B discuss the power of envisioning success in creating positive outcomes. They also cover the Jussie Smollett situation and why it's important to execute due process prior to assuming guilt.
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US Wealth Inequality and Pivoting to Find Market FIt
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In this episode, Cal and B discuss the wealth inequality gap in the US, which has reach pre-Great Depression levels and how to play to win in the economy of the future. They also discuss when to pivot, which direction to take, and how to tell when a business isn't going to work out.
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When to Take Advice and the Mo'Nique Hollywood Blackball Fallout
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Cal & B discuss the benefits and potential perils of taking advice. The also discuss Mo'Nique's "Sympothy Strategy" for getting justice in Hollywood and how she handled sage advice from Steve Harvey.
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Overcoming Fear and Amazon Bails Out of New York
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Special Guest Mo joins Cal & B in a discussion on leveraging fear to propel yourself to success. They also cover how the deal for Amazon to set up a headquarters in New York fell apart.
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Cal and B discuss strategies for sizing up competition before entering a new market. They also talk techniques for dealing with haters and internet trolls. Hear their thoughts on the Jeff Bezos / David Pecker scandal and who came out smelling rosy.
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Partnerships and the Social Media Shakeup
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In this episode, Cal & B discuss forming, maintaining and ending business partnerships. They also touch on the merger of technology between Facebook, Instagram, and Whatsapp messengers and what that might mean for managing relationships.
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Staying Hungry through Success and the Jeff Bezos Divorce
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Cal & B talk question who is smarter between Jeff and McKensie Bezos, techniques for staying hungry even in success, and motivating yourself to push harder in adversity
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Cal & B discuss Cardi B on the Government Shutdown, if and how anyone can be a entrepreneur, and making the transition from a worker to being your own boss.
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Mistakes, Regrets, and Recovering from Misfortune
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Cal and B discuss R Kelly and the #metoo drama, biggest mistakes in life, and how they admit a bad move and grow from it. They also discuss their greatest regrets and how those events shaped who they are today.
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Weighing passion vs prosperity when planning a new business
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In this episode, Cal & B discuss the planning of a new business venture, most expensive lessons in entrepreneurship, and best business ventures so far.
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Cal & B Reflect on 2018 Successes, Failures, and Key Takeaways
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In this episode, Cal & B take a look back at 2018 to discuss what went well, did not go well, and biggest learnings going into 2019. Topics range from business ups and downs, death in the family, and how to leverage it all to create a better future.
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Endgame Strategy and Hanging up the Jersey
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The very first episode of Cal & B Show!
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Entrepreneurship, family business, and staying focused
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The very first episode of this podcast!!
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