Best Force For Growth Network Podcasts (2024)

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Empathy in IT: Chris Ritchie on Leading with Technology 52:21

4h ago52:21

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In this episode… In this episode of The Cyber Business Podcast, host Matthew Connor sits down with Chris Ritchie, the IT Manager of ARM Group, a leading engineering firm in the Mid-Atlantic region. Chris shares his unique journey from working in church ministry to becoming a key figure in the IT industry, where he now manages the technological infr…

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Guest: Dawn Andre of Jaggaer on absorbing new supply chain grads; The latest supply chain tech; The U.S. Air Force tests autonomous cargo planes 20:20

5h ago20:20

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Our guest on this week's episode is Dawn Andre, chief product officer at Jaggaer. New supply chain talent is on the way, as college programs continue to mold new entrants for the industry. But what are some of the best ways to make use of these new recruits? Our guest has some ideas. Victoria Kickham is off this week, so filling her seat is Susan L…

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Reduction in Force: Navigating Layoff Trends in Tech with Real Job Talk (1/2) 39:56

7h ago39:56

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Are layoffs in the tech industry a trend that will continue? What can IT workers do about it? Whether you’ve been impacted by a layoff event, lost colleagues in a layoff, or have just been watching from afar…this episode is part of a focused discussion on layoffs meant to encourage and advise all of us. This week in episode 290 we’re joined by Kat …

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#202: Meet The Man With No Legs & One Arm That Became A Wrestler, Pro Bodybuilder, & Professional Speaker Sharing The Stage With Tony Robbins & Training 1,000,000+ People… w/ Nick Santonastasso 1:13:51

4d ago1:13:51

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Nick Santonastasso was given a 30% chance of surviving birth. Born with no legs and one arm, Nick was born with Hanhart Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder which either leaves the babies with undeveloped limbs or undeveloped organs. Despite the hand he was dealt, here’s just a small teaser of what Nick has accomplished: Decided to amputate part of hi…

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The Truth Advantage: Transforming Leadership and Communication with Todd Holzman 1:10:38

4h ago1:10:38

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In this episode… In this episode of The Cyber Business Podcast, host Matthew Connor sits down with Todd Holzman, a renowned leadership coach and CEO of Holzman Leadership, who has spent over three decades helping top executives and organizations improve their communication and leadership skills. Todd shares his unique journey from being a leadershi…

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Guest: Jim Bunsey of PERC on the advantages of propane power; Labor turmoil on Canadian railroads; Automating repetitive warehouse tasks 20:56

6h ago20:56

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Our guest on this week's episode is Jim Bunsey, director of commercial business development at the Propane Education & Research Council, better known in the industry as PERC. With the goal of reducing carbon footprints and clearing the air, supply chain managers are seeking cleaner technologies to power their operations. Our guest shares that the f…

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The Leadership Path for Growth with Alex Judd 49:00

1d ago49:00

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Do you sometimes feel stuck when it comes to moving your business forward? Perhaps, you aren't clear on what path you should take or you don’t have a clear vision of your business? What if you had a clear framework and intentional goals to drive your business growth? Today, our guest Alex Judd sheds light on the magic of success statements, definin…

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Enhance Your Personal Brand: Feedback as a Catalyst for Change with Dale McKay (2/2) 40:43

1h ago40:43

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How often do you ask other people for feedback? Why are you asking for feedback in the first place, and what will you do with the feedback you receive? Dale McKay, our guest this week in episode 289, would remind us that the purpose of feedback is to make ourselves better, and we can articulate that purpose to other people when we ask them for hone…

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#201: What if you could (1) find and then (2) DELETE your limiting beliefs? Here’s how… w/ Gladius Sovereign 1:28:12

2h ago1:28:12

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Here’s one of my favorite quotes of all time: “Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will control your life and you will call it fate.” -Carl Jung Think about it: What programming from your childhood is still lingering in the background… … Potentially causing you to behave in ways that no longer serve you? It is my view that our stories (bot…

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Outgrowing Referrals: Jonathan Clark’s Guide to Entering Cold Markets Successfully 42:10

21m ago42:10

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In this episode of the Cyber Business Podcast, host Matthew Connor sits down again with Jonathan Clark, the author of The Little Red Book and a successful entrepreneur, to explore the journey of scaling a business beyond the initial stages of growth. Jonathan kicks off the conversation by discussing the common struggle many small business owners fa…

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Guest: Scott Walker of Powerfleet on new proposed rules to address heat-related illnesses in workplaces: Ports look at green tech; Electric vehicle transition is stuck in the slow lane 19:21

5h ago19:21

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Our guest on this week's episode is Scott Walker, vice president of Supply Chain Product Management for Powerfleet. Last month the U.S. Department of Labor issued a proposed rule to regulate how employers manage and protect workers in extreme heat conditions – both for indoor work, such as in factories and warehouses, and outdoor work, like in truc…

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#200: HUGE Milestone Celebration & How To Go Beyond Curious™ To Uncover And Express Your Life’s Purpose 1:40:27

3d ago1:40:27

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Today marks a huge celebration:Episode TWO HUNDRED is officially live.If you had told me back in November 2020 where the show would be today along with who I’d interviewed, I’m not sure I would have believed you…Nuts. Just nuts.This podcast has 1,000% changed my life, and I’m beyond grateful for you being a part of this journey.To celebrate this mi…

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Guardrails for Growth: A Mentor’s Experience with Dale McKay (1/2) 38:16

18d ago38:16

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What would the job description for a mentor look like? For Dale McKay, our guest this week in episode 288, mentoring is a passion area. In fact, Nick has been blessed to have Dale as his mentor for several years. Today, Dale McKay is a VMware consultant working with federal customers. In this discussion Dale shares his Naval experience and tech ind…

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Guest: Kathy Fulton of the American Logistics Aid Network on recovery efforts from Hurricane Debby; The latest numbers from the Logistics Managers Index; Will we face a labor strike at East Coast and Gulf ... 18:44

14d ago18:44

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Our guest on this week's episode is Kathy Fulton, executive director of the American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN). This week Hurricane Debby made landfall on the East Coast, bringing with it lots of rain, flooding, and damage to Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas. It is now making its way up the coast. What are the effects on supply chains and how…

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From Humble Beginnings to Business Success: Jonathan Clark's Blueprint for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 38:24

11d ago38:24

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In this episode of The Cyber Business Podcast, host Matthew Connor sits down with Jonathan Clark, the author of "The Little Red Book," a practical guide for aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners. Jonathan shares his journey from a modest upbringing in a small Alabama town to becoming the leader of a successful seven-figure architecture a…

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The Power of Franchising as a Small Business Owner with Art Coley 45:05

14d ago45:05

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When it comes to owning a franchise as a small business owner the benefits are high! They have a proven business model. They have manuals and training, and they will onboard you. They will teach you the industry, help you make less mistakes and hopefully achieve profitability faster than if you opened a stand alone small business. It was this busin…

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#199: Meet The Classical Composer & “Connector of Connectors” That Built A 1,700+ Superconnector Network With Access To The Pope, The Dalai Lama, & Sir Paul McCartney… w/ David Homan 1:16:40

10d ago1:16:40

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Resources: Give and Take: Why Helping Others Drives Our Success by Adam Grant - https://www.amazon.com/Give-Take-Helping-Others-Success/dp/0143124986 12 Improvisations on a Single Theme by David Homan - https://open.spotify.com/album/6nivTqPFYaz3S2NFF0Gynd Socials: David Homan on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidrhoman/ Orchestrated Conn…

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Scope Creep: Evaluating Impact in Career Decisions as a Principal Engineer with Max Kanat-Alexander (3/3) 35:33

10d ago35:33

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Can we progress to the highest levels of the technical career ladder like senior staff or principal without destroying our lives? Max Kanat-Alexander would say it comes down to getting very clear about what your job is and is not. Those seeking to become principal engineers must relentlessly focus on the work they are uniquely suited to deliver wit…

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Guest: Tom Behnke of Boxzooka on back-to-school season distribution and retailing; Sharing rewards with the workforce; Predicted slowing of growth in automation projects 19:55

11d ago19:55

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Our guest on this week's episode is Tom Behnke, vice president of sales and marketing at distribution 3PL Boxzooka. With the turning of the calendar pages to August, it's back-to-school season for most American families. While stores have been stocked for some time with the latest in shoes, clothing, and school supplies, parents are now shopping in…

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Mastering Talent: Richard Brock on Recruiting Top Legal Talent for Law Firm Success 30:56

25d ago30:56

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In this episode… In this episode of The Cyber Business Podcast, host Matthew Connor sits down with Richard Brock, CEO of Onboard Legal and Amazon best-selling author. Richard shares his extensive experience in the legal recruiting industry and the insights that led him to write his book, "Win the Talent Game." He discusses the evolving landscape of…

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What's your process w/ Stephen Maxwell 49:08

28d ago49:08

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Episode #354 of The Coaches Network Podcast. The guest for this episode is Stephen Maxwell. Stephen is a Lifelong Learning enthusiast, Coach Education Manager with Cricket Ireland, Founder and Creator of No Other Game Around, Performance Analyst, Coach Developer across multiple sports and High Performance Coach. Join us as Stephen shares his though…

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#198: From Startup → 650 Employees Through Strategic Acquisitions & How To Find Your “Rembrandt In The Attic” To Prepare For A Strategic Exit w/ John Ratliff 1:22:59

18d ago1:22:59

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https://align5.com/ jratliff@align5.com Moneyball - https://www.amazon.com/Moneyball-Art-Winning-Unfair-Game/dp/0393057658 Rockefeller Habits - https://www.amazon.com/Scaling-Up-Companies-Rockefeller-Habits/dp/0986019526 Rembrandts in the Attic - https://www.amazon.com/Rembrandts-Attic-Unlocking-Hidden-Patents/dp/0875848990…

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Succession Planning: Delegation Skills and Technical Ownership with Max Kanat-Alexander (2/3) 41:39

25d ago41:39

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What should we consider before taking on a new work-related or personal project? Max Kanat-Alexander, our guest this week in episode 286, thinks about the end of his involvement in a project as a first step. The only way to focus on bigger things that could make a larger impact is to offload what you’re working on now. Succession planning is about …

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266: Wheels of Fortune: 🚲 Team USA's Path to Tour de France Victory (Anne Hed of HED Cycling) 1:08:07

15d ago1:08:07

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Anne Hed is a lifetime resident of Minnesota. Her history as a business owner began back in the 1980’s, when she raced as a professional triathlete. She completed eight Ironman Triathlons in Hawaii, and met her late husband, Steve, through the sport. He became one of her first sponsors... This Episode is Sponsored By: Jon Ostenson, Founder of FranB…

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Let’s just start with the biggest question we are all asking ourselves! Why did Mary Kennedy Thompson leave Neighborly for BNI to become their CEO? Today, Mary is sharing that answer with us as well as her remarkable journey through the franchise system as a trailblazing leader. She sheds light on pivotal lessons in leadership, organizational chang…

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