What does it mean to be ready to pursue growth? Should we pursue growth when we don't feel ready? And how do we achieve optimal growth by readying ourselves for everything that comes with it? The Growth Ready Podcast seeks to form a true appreciation for all facets of the growth process as we learn from high performers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators. Hosted by Steve Mellor, a seasoned high-performance executive coach and former US Olympic swim coach, each episode explores t ...
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Episode 238 - Foundations of Growth and Fulfillment
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About Mark Mark Scherer’s journey into spirituality began in his youth, driven by a desire to win arguments with his parents. This led him to explore the Bible and its connections to real life. With over 30 years of study in Consciousness, Language, Spiritual Law, and Quantum Physics, Mark nurtured a passion for personal transformation. Now, he lea…
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Episode 237 - Overcoming Fear and Embracing Growth with Richard Blank
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About Richard: Richard is the CEO of Costa Rica’s Call Center, which he founded in 2008 after moving from Philadelphia. With over 20 years of experience, he has trained more than 10,000 bilingual telemarketers in advanced strategies and employee motivation. Richard holds a degree in Communication and Spanish from the University of Arizona and integ…
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Episode 236 - Embracing Growth and Joy in Leadership with Robbie Olivier
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About Robbie: Robbie is the President and CEO of Sigma Engineers & Constructors, a destination workplace for both employees and clients in engineering, construction, field services, inspection, and leadership solutions. While his education and career tell the story of an engineer, a large part of Robbie’s growth journey has come from playing in cre…
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Episode 235: Unlearn and Evolve with Jason Silver
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Jason Silver, a multi-time founder and author, shares his perspective on being growth ready and embracing uncertainty. Author of "Your Grass is Greener: Use What You Have. Get What You Want. At Work and In Life." He emphasizes the importance of being open-minded and ready to receive growth from unexpected sources. Jason's career trajectory has been…
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Continuous Improvement and Working on Your Game with Dre Baldwin
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Dre Baldwin, CEO and founder of Work on Your Game, Inc., shares his journey as a former professional basketball player and how it has shaped his approach to personal and professional development. He emphasizes the importance of discipline, structure, and persistence in achieving success. Dre highlights the need to find the right opportunity that al…
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Living Your Principles: Personal Growth, Mind Mastery, and Goal Visualization with David Conway
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David Conway, a mindset mentor, discusses the power of manifestation and setting goals. He emphasizes the importance of living your life through what you teach and applying the principles you teach to your own life. Conway explains that goals are often misunderstood and that the purpose of a goal is not just to get something, but to grow as a perso…
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Cultivating Trust and Appreciation Through Active Listening with Jesse Hernandez
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Jesse Hernandez, founder of Depth Builder, emphasizes the importance of focusing on the human side of work as a leader. He shares his personal journey of realizing that driving results and treating people as things was not effective or fulfilling. By shifting his focus to serving and developing his team, he achieved better results and built stronge…
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Crafting Your Personal Mission, Vision, and Values with Chuck Cooper
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Chuck Cooper, founder of Whitewater Consulting, shares his journey of transitioning from the corporate world to starting his own consulting company. He emphasizes the importance of valuing individuals and building trust and unity among teams. Chuck discusses the significance of real-life experience and wisdom in leadership and the need for effectiv…
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The Transformative Power of Small, Consistent Habits with Antonio Vaglica
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Antonio Vaglica, a former athlete turned entrepreneur, shares his journey of building two successful businesses and the importance of small consistent habits. He emphasizes the need to focus on micro wins and daily habits to achieve long-term success. Antonio discusses the role of sports in entrepreneurship and how it provides valuable lessons in r…
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Intentional Living: Elevate Your Career and Life with Dr. Sharon Hull
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Dr. Sharon Hull, founder of Metta Solutions, LLC and author of 'Professional Careers by Design,' discusses the importance of being intentional in our careers and lives. She emphasizes the need to press pause, reflect on our values, and make decisions that align with what matters most to us. Dr. Hull also highlights the shift happening in the workpl…
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Turning Trials into Triumph: Shara Ruffin's Journey from Setbacks to Success
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Shara Ruffin, an independently licensed clinical social worker and former psychotherapist, shares her journey to becoming an entrepreneur and the challenges she faced along the way. She discusses the pivotal moment that led her to pivot into entrepreneurship after failing her board exam and losing her job. Shara emphasizes the importance of faith a…
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The Power of Talent, Passion, and Healthy Competition with Frank Kitchen
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Frank Kitchen, a motivational speaker and author, shares his journey from a career in training and leadership development to becoming a professional speaker. He emphasizes the importance of talent and passion in pursuing a career and the impact of competitiveness on driving performance. Frank's story highlights the evolution of his career and the d…
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Mastering Communication through Conflict De-escalation with Doug Noll
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Doug Noll, an award-winning author, speaker, and trainer, shares his journey from being a trial lawyer to becoming a peacemaker and mediator. He discusses how his practice of Tai Chi and the realization of the limitations of the legal system led him to make the decision to leave his law practice and pursue a career in conflict resolution. Doug also…
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The Key to Career Transformation with Helen Hanison
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Helen Hanison, a leadership coach and author, discusses the importance of career transformation and finding alignment between personal values and professional goals. She shares her own experience of being stuck in a career that didn't align with her values and the process she went through to make a change. Hanison emphasizes the need for readiness …
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The Seven-Stage Framework for Customer Transformation with Chris Hood
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Chris Hood, a keynote speaker and expert in merging customer success with digital strategy, shares insights on the importance of customer-centric cultures and the power of storytelling. He emphasizes the need to break through assumptions and change mindsets to prioritize customer needs. Hood discusses the seven-stage framework outlined in his book,…
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The Influence of Thought Habits on Achieving Success with Amy Kemp
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Amy Kemp, a certified habit finder coach, shares her journey of discovering the power of thought habits and how they impact success. She explains that her work focuses on the subconscious habits of thinking that occur throughout the day and how they can hold us back. Amy emphasizes that hard work alone is not enough to achieve our goals and that we…
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The Power of a Support System and Working with a Coach with Cullen Talley
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Cullen Talley a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and coach, discusses the importance of competitiveness and discomfort in achieving success. He shares his personal experience as a competitive swimmer and endurance athlete, highlighting the mindset required to stay in discomfort and push through challenges. Talley emphasizes the need to start small …
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The Power of Candor in Conversations with Todd Holzman
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In this podcast, Todd Holzman, a renowned educator, Founder & CEO of Holzman Leadership, emphasizes the importance of candor in conversations. He shares how candor became his life's work and defines it as a collaborative pursuit of truth for improvement. Holzman highlights its benefits for psychological well-being, authentic relationships, and effe…
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Building Resilience for Career Success with Dr. Maria Helen-Pelletier
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Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier, a leadership expert, discusses the importance of resilience in career success and how to build it. She shares her journey into this work, starting with her experience in psychology and remote areas. Dr. Pelletier emphasizes the need for a strategic approach to resilience and highlights the importance of self-awareness an…
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Navigating Support Systems and Financial Planning with Ciara Stockeland
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Ciara Stockeland, a serial entrepreneur and author, shares her journey and expertise in cashflow management and financial success. She emphasizes the importance of setting goals, finishing what you start, and being intentional in decision-making. Ciara also discusses her experience as an Ironman athlete and how the same principles of commitment and…
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Insights on Time, Culture, and Optimism with McGee Moody
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Steve Mellor sits down with special guest McGee Moody in this compelling episode of Career Competitor. Discover how McGee Moody sheds light on the significance of one's perspective towards time, offering valuable insights on how it can aid in slowing down and appreciating life's moments. Explore three key themes: Perspective on Time, Non-Negotiable…
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Unleashing Entrepreneurial Excellence with Steven Pivnik
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Steve Mellor sits down with special guest Steven Pivnik in this compelling episode of Career Competitor. Together, they explore a myriad of profound insights that can transform the way you approach your career and personal growth journey. Specifically, listeners can expect insights around the importance of Embracing Your Uniqueness, Value Is King, …
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Let Fear be Your Fuel for Success - Deonte Holden
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Steve Mellor sits down with special guest Deonte Holden in this compelling episode of Career Competitor. Together, they explore a myriad of profound insights that can transform the way you approach your career and personal growth journey. Specifically, listeners can expect insights around the importance of Harnessing Fear to Propel Potential, Start…
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Welcome to a bite-size episode of Career Competitor as Steve presents a 7-minute insight for listeners around the art of coaching and why it needs to be defined clearly. Through both storytelling and educating, host Steve Mellor provides you with the impactful insight you need to either elevate your coaching skills or look at the art of coaching th…
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Stay In The Game With Consistency - Jake Burhans
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Host Steve Mellor sits down with guest Jake Burhans to explore the intricacies of professional and personal growth. Jake, a seasoned entrepreneur, and real estate professional, shares invaluable insights around the value that comes from always showing up, finding a true definition for the "hard" in hard work, and the need to focus on the infinite g…
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Finding Fulfillment From Knowing Your Value, with Dr. David Schreiner
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In this episode of Career Competitor, host Steve Mellor invites Dr. David Schreiner, President and CEO of KSB Hospital and renowned author of "Be The Best Part of Their Day," for an insightful conversation on achieving excellence in both professional and personal spheres. Our discussion tackles a wide-array of topics including; the need to excel wh…
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Playing a Bigger Game with Markus Kaulius
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In this compelling episode of Career Competitor, host Steve Mellor sits down with Markus Kaulius, the co-founder of PLAYABIGGERGAME.com, to delve into the intricate dynamics of personal and professional growth. Markus is a lifelong entrepreneur who has risen to the heights of creating a 9-figure health supplement company and today is creating a com…
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When Giving Up is Not an Option - Nelson Nigel
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Join host Steve Mellor on the latest episode of the Career Competitor Podcast, where he welcomes guest Nelson Nigel, the founder and CEO of Kidmoto. Tune in to this enlightening episode of the Career Competitor Podcast, where Steve Mellor and Nelson Nigel shed light on the invaluable lessons gleaned from adopting an athlete mindset, the importance …
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Welcome to another insightful episode of the Career Competitor Podcast, hosted by the ever-engaging Steve Mellor. In this episode, Steve welcomes guest Lee Povey, and together, these 2 coaches delve into a variety of content for anyone looking to personally grow in 2024. There are, however, three pivotal areas of personal and professional growth th…
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Understanding the How and Why Behind Servant Leadership - Jon Kidwell
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In this episode of Career Competitor Podcast, host Steve Mellor welcomes Jon Kidwell, seasoned leadership coach and the Founder/CEO of Leadwell. Jon also has his debut book coming out titled Redefine Your Servant Leadership The conversation begins with a powerful lesson derived from a false start, emphasizing the importance of using setbacks as opp…
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Getting Your Career on Course - Scott Jeffrey Miller
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In this compelling episode, Steve Mellor facilitates a dynamic conversation with Scott Jeffrey Miller, delving into the essential aspects of chartering forward to build a successful career. Scott is the Senior Advisor to Franklin Covey and the author to multiple books including his new release Career on Course: 10 Strategies to Take Your Career fro…
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Practicing the Art of Discomfort - Carey Davidson
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We welcome the incredible Carey Davidson to show, the founder & CEO of Tournesol Wellness and author of the FIVE Archetypes, and prepare yourself for fascinating discussion where we explore the theme of embracing discomfort for personal and professional growth. Amongst many insights, Carey presents key takeaways around our natural tendency to avoid…
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Leaning into Growth in Pursuit of Meta Performance - Jason Jaggard & Kristin Frade
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Welcome to an episode worthy of being the final episode of the year as we discuss all things growth with two very special guests. Steve welcomes a pair of guests in the Founding Partner & CEO of NOVUS Global, Jason Jaggard and Associate Partner with NOVUS Global, Kristin Frade. NOVUS Global is a coaching service that focuses on Meta-Performance wit…
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Welcome to a concise and impactful episode with Steve offering coaching insights to assist you with your pursuit of optimal performance. In this episode, Steve takes you through a powerful insight around being deliberate with what you remove from your work and life in order to produce at higher levels. Take 8 minutes of your day to shape your mind …
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A Strong "Why" Leads to Strong Action with David Hollenbach
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Welcome to another power-packed episode of Career Competitor! I'm your host, Steve Mellor, and today, we're stepping into the extraordinary world of firefighting with a remarkable guest, David Hollenbach. With over two decades of experience in the fire department, David brings a wealth of insights that transcend the flames and speak directly to the…
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Building your Value from the Inside with Coach Nikki Kett
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In today's episode, Nikki and I will explore why it's crucial to avoid placing excessive emphasis on outcomes and how they can shape our sense of worth. We'll also delve into the significance of being attuned to ourselves and living in harmony with our bodies. Lastly, we'll touch on how the universe responds to the intent and decisiveness with whic…
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COACHES CORNER - Overthrowing the Power of Limitations
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There will always be more evidence of why you shouldn't pursue a preferred outcome thanks to the many more stories of failure and disappointment. But what makes success stories exactly that is a person's ability to go after what they believe is rightfully theirs and overthrow the limiting beliefs that hinder so many. Welcome to a concise and impact…
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Mindfully Serving Your Optimal Self - with Kendra Dahlstrom
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In this episode of Career Competitor, we're thrilled to introduce you to someone we've had the pleasure of knowing for almost a year, Kendra Dahlstrom. Key takeaways: 1. Learn the significance of prioritizing small actions with the most significant impacts. 2. Explore how curiosity can guide you to clarity and purpose in your work. 3. Gain a deeper…
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How Competitors are Wired Differently - with Todd Saylor
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Welcome to Career Competitor! In today's episode with Todd Saylor, we'll uncover the secrets to setting yourself apart, the art of transferring success from one area of life to another, and Todd's unique concept of becoming a "successionaire." Here's what you'll take away: 1. Discover why adding a competitive spark to your day is a game-changer. 2.…
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Never Stop Investing in Your Competitive Self with Milo Cavic
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Hey, Career Competitor fam! 🎉 We hit a big milestone - our 200th episode! I'm Steve Mellor, your host, and I'm super pumped for this one. Big thanks to all of you, whether you're a longtime fan or just joining us. In this special episode, I'm joined by an old friend, Milo Cavic, and we dive into some game-changing takeaways: 1. Discover why asking,…
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COACHES CORNER - Resolving Inaction with Intentional Action
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All-too-often there has been a belief that intention means nothing without action. But is it possible that we have been addressing the wrong issue? Steve tries to tackle the age-old issue on how we look at both intention and action through the lens of becoming unstuck by building a belief IN yourself. Welcome to a concise and impactful episode with…
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Fearless Leadership: Unleash Your Potential with Ellen Connelly Taaffe
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Hey there, welcome to Career Competitor! We've got an absolute gem on the show today – Ellen Connelly Taaffe. If you're a budding leader or a seasoned pro looking to level up, this one's tailor-made for you. Here's what Ellen's bringing to the table: 1. Embrace the Oops: Discover how fear of messing up can actually be the push you need to overcome …
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The Potential for Growth through Challenges with Larry Harding
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Hey there, welcome to another episode of Career Competitor! We've got a fantastic guest in the house today – Larry Harding, Larry's got an impressive background in global business, and we're going to dig deep into some exciting stuff. Key takeaways: 1. Larry spills the beans on how your squad can boost your success. 2. Get tips on keeping that grow…
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The Significance of Embodying Your Truest Self with Ryan Gonsalves
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Welcome back to Career Competitor! I'm your host, Steve Mellor and today's episode is a bit of a throwback to why we started this whole podcast in the first place. I've got a fantastic guest today, Ryan Gonsalves, and we're talking about something that's close to the hearts of many former athletes - what happens after the game? Here's a taste of wh…
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Transforming Yourself Through a Resilient Mind with Fiona Roberts
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Welcome to another empowering episode of the Career Competitive Podcast with your host, Steve! Today, we have a special guest from our homeland – Fiona Roberts of Bia Mindset. Get ready for a conversation that will redefine your approach to success: 1. Discover the art of building resilience as Fiona shares insights on how to train and strengthen t…
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The Growth to be Found in Life’s Awkward Moments with Henna Pryor
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Welcome to a game-changing episode of Career Competitor with your host, Steve! Today, we're thrilled to have the incredible Henna Pryor on the show. Hennah is a highly sought-after Workplace Performance Expert. She's an award-winning 2x TEDx and global keynote speaker, trainer, executive facilitator, and coach. She is more than a workplace performa…
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Living & Loving Life in the Moment with Dr Brett Blair
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🎙Welcome to another inspiring episode of Career Competitor, where Steve, your host, sits down with Dr. Brett Blair, the founder and president of Best Life Global, LLC Get ready for a dose of career wisdom as we dive into three powerful insights: 1️⃣ Discover why avoiding life plateaus is crucial for your journey to success. 2️⃣ Uncover the secret t…
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Value, Alignment, and Resilience with Dr. Denis Cauvier
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In this exciting episode, we're joined by Dr. Denis Cauvier, a sought-after keynote presenter, trainer, and consultant, and the brilliant author of 20 best-selling books. 🚀 Tune in as Steve and Dr. Denis dive into three game-changing career insights: 1️⃣ Discover why acknowledging and respecting the value you've created for yourself is an absolute …
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Holding Yourself Accountable to Alignment - Dorothy Enriquez
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In this episode, we're diving into the world of women in leadership, and we've got the amazing Dorothy Enriquez, on board. This one's not just for the ladies – everyone, listen up! Here's a taste of what you'll get: 1. Your Squad Matters: Dorothy spills the beans on why having a crew of like-minded folks around you is pure gold. Learn how your circ…
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Navigating Opportunities and Building Self-Trust with Mark Silverman
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🎙️Join Steve Mellor on this exciting episode of Career Competitor, where he sits down with Mark Silverman, his fellow coach. Mark helps CEOs, Senior Leadership, and Fast Rising High Achievers leverage their resources and team for greater impact. Mark doesn't just talk the talk – he walks it too. As the captivating host of "Mastering Overwhelm – How…
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