The Innovation Rockstars podcast is your no-nonsense guide to all things corporate innovation. With a focus on actionable insights and real-world experiences, we dive deep into the practices that drive sustainable growth and transformative change. From corporate foresight to ideation and creativity to hands-on execution, our episodes bring you unfiltered conversations with the minds shaping the future of business. Tune in!
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The Sustainability Story features intimate conversations with thought leaders from the world of ESG investing and sustainability. The topics include anything and everything about where finance intersects with the environment, governance, society, climate change, biodiversity, human capital management, regulations, standards, and more. Now reimagined with three hosts, each focused on a unique aspect of the investment industry, we will continue to tell the story of where we are going in the jo ...
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Businesses everywhere are struggling with change due to digital disruption. They are now at an inflection point: give up obsolete marketing practices, or risk being denied a meaningful role in the lives of people. The goal is no longer to amplify the voice of the brand – it is to serve the needs and interests of customers at every stage of the relationship lifecycle. This new marketing model is characterized by the strategic embrace of Customer First Thinking, where the emphasis is on delive ...
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EXECUTIVE COACH + GLOBAL BUSINESS LEADER ADVISOR. SPEAKER. AUTHOR. GUIDING SMART PEOPLE TO GROW INFLUENCE & CREATE OPPORTUNITIES Over 30 years, I have had the opportunity to work with fantastic organizations, impressive individuals and key industry leaders across six continents. Sitting in the corner office in both corporate and non-profit environments, I’ve attained, delivered and coached success in both the C-Suite and international board rooms. My diverse experience has provided cross-cul ...
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RISE Urban Nation Podcast: Unite. Uplift. Ignite. In today's digital landscape, where many overlook the aspirations of the Black and Pan-African community, RISE Urban Nation Podcast stands out. More than just a podcast, it's a rallying cry for unity, elevation, and transformation. Enter a realm where prominent Black and Pan-African individuals narrate their journeys in entrepreneurship, innovation, and empowerment. We shine a light on trailblazers from various fields who challenge norms and ...
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Research shows conversations matter - both for learning and inspiring action. In this new podcast collection, we are 'Talking Transformations' with thought leaders from government, industry, and academia. Our mission is to discuss current trends in science, technology, governance, and behaviours to transform our society and economy towards sustainability. 'Talking Transformations' is produced by the International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics (IIIEE) at Lund University. We ...
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This podcast helps service-based entrepreneurs and business owners scale their businesses in any economy without overworking or overwhelm. Here, you turn your business into a client-attracting gem and become a high-performing CEO. About the Host: Maggie Perotin is the founder of Stairway to Leadership. As an international business and leadership coach, Maggie helps service-based business owners start, grow, and scale their businesses without overworking or being overwhelmed. With her DREAM-P ...
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Interviews with activists, social scientists, entrepreneurs and change-makers about the most effective strategies to expand humanity’s moral circle, with an emphasis on expanding the circle to farmed animals. Host Jamie Harris, a researcher at moral expansion think tank Sentience Institute, takes a deep dive with guests into advocacy strategies from political initiatives to corporate campaigns to technological innovation to consumer interventions, and discusses advocacy lessons from history, ...
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Mission to change is a podcast by the INSEAD Hoffmann Global Institute for Business and Society, in collaboration with InTent. Join our Founding Executive Director, Katell Le Goulven, every month as she speaks to inspiring figures who have transformed their businesses and initiatives to drive positive change. What were their challenges, why did they choose to walk the talk, and what have they learned? Listen in and be inspired to drive your own mission to change. Created and produced by Huma ...
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Navigating Zero - Global Trade’s Powerful Wave of Change is a podcast from ZeroNorth that explores the significant challenges facing the maritime industry on its journey towards a sustainable future. There’s no denying we are facing a climate crisis, and all industries must do their part to reach zero emissions. Maritime trade is critical to today’s society but is also responsible for roughly 3% of all greenhouse gas emissions. A future where global trade reaches zero carbon emissions is pos ...
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Thinking Aloud with BNP Paribas is a podcast channel featuring our views on current market themes. Our experts explain how we are positioned to meet our clients’ challenges, allowing them to focus on opportunities for digital transformation and sustainable growth. Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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In 2019, the Business Roundtable announced that the purpose of business was no longer to maximize profits for shareholders. The new purpose of business would be to maximize value for stakeholders. While the announcement was applauded by many, charges of hypocrisy quickly followed as the practices of many Business Roundtable member companies suddenly seemed to contradict the new more egalitarian purpose they had proclaimed. A year later, if anything is becoming clear, it is that what the worl ...
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According to Gallup, we spend just over 81,000 hours working during our lifetime yet only one person in ten actually loves what they do. Change Your Story podcast host Carolyn Parry is an award-winning career and life coach, author, and speaker on a mission to help those who are unhappy at work - and that's because she knows what it feels like! Fortunately, she eventually found a way to transform the successful but soul-eroding business career that burned her out into a twenty-year-plus care ...
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In the CFO Corner, we sit down with CFOs and corporate finance professionals to hear about the innovative approaches and technology they have used to scale and grow their organizations. They share the challenges they’re facing with mundane repetitive tasks and give their takes on what they’d like to see in the corporate finance function that can help CFOs achieve a stress-free working life. This is the podcast for you if you’re ready to learn about the innovative approaches that are out ther ...
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Episode 260: Connecting Engagement, Data and Revenue in Sports with Ed Birchall, Founder & CEO of Sobirho, London, UK
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Ed Birchall, the founder of Sobirho, brings a wealth of experience from his professional rugby career and roles in finance and technology to revolutionize fan engagement in the sports industry. He passionately believes that Sobirho's data-driven AI technology is crucial for delivering hyper-personalized interactions and maximizing revenues. I met E…
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Mastering the Art of Storytelling with Elzie D. Flenard, III: The Mayor of Podcast Town
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Episode Highlights: Elzie’s journey from Mounds, Illinois, to becoming the Mayor of Podcast Town. The inspiration behind founding Podcast Town and authoring Flame Starter: The Art of Self-Mastery. Key strategies for using the power of voice to build community and foster business growth. Insights into the EMIT Principle (Education x Motivation x Ins…
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MM 162 - MM 162 - 3 Things to Know to Avoid Hiring a Wrong Person in Your Small Service Business
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Whether you're preparing to hire your first help or you have a team and hired before, today's Maggie's Moment is for you. The cost of bad hires isn't just wasted time, energy, and money of bringing someone on board who doesn't work out. It's also damage to our brand reputation and unhappy clients that a wrong person in the wrong position can cause.…
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EP # 161 - A Guide for High-Achievers: What to Do When You Don't Feel You're Doing Enough to Double Your Service Business
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Welcome to this week’s episode of "High-Achiever’s Hustle," where I tackle the pressure of feeling like you’re never doing enough, especially when it comes to scaling your service business. Today, we're diving into three key strategies to help you recognize and affirm that you're on the right path to doubling your business without falling into the …
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Episode 259: Inner Strength and Navigating International Business Safety with Jose Pereira
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Jose Pereira, a renowned leader and former CEO of Citgo Petroleum, exemplifies resilience and leadership, especially highlighted through his harrowing experience as one of the Citgo Six who were wrongfully detained and held hostage by the Venezuelan government from 2017 to 2022. During his unjust imprisonment, Pereira's perspective on resilience ev…
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Empowering Communities with Whayle Mentality: The Journey of Leon Oloya and Shalimar Jackson
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Episode Highlights: • The founding story of Whayle and its mission • Challenges Leon and Shalimar faced in establishing Whayle Mentality • Key strategies that led to their success • The importance of education, experience, and engagement in wealth building • Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, especially within the Black and Pan-African communities …
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MM 161 - Leading Without Micromanaging - 3 Crucial Responsibilities for Effective CEOs
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Are you struggling with the balance between leading your team and micromanaging them? In this video, I dive into why effective people leadership doesn't mean you must hover over your experts. Discover the three crucial roles every CEO should play to strike the right balance: Giving the Vision: Continuously communicate and sell your vision to keep y…
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Season 2, Episode 3: Science and the Evolving Intersection of Global Trade, Policy, and Ecological Limits
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The intersections of global trade, policy, and ecological limits are discussed by Katherine Richardson, a professor of Biological Oceanography, leader of the Sustainability Science Centre at Copenhagen University and former chairman of the Danish Climate Commission. She delves into the concept of planetary boundaries and planetary commons, highligh…
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EP # 160 - 5 False Beliefs Preventing You From Getting Things Done Consistently
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In today's episode, I discuss five common false beliefs hindering entrepreneurs' productivity. These beliefs often stem from previous employee mindsets and can prevent consistent task execution. You'll learn strategies to shift thinking, prioritize effectively, and embrace delegation. If you are ready to double your business through strategic small…
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Episode 258: Productivity Smarts for High-Performing Teams with Gerald Leonard, CEO and Founder of the Leonard Productivity Intelligence Institute, Washington, DC, USA
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Who doesn’t want their teams to be agile and shoot for success? Well, enter Gerald Leonard, a seasoned expert in project, program, and portfolio management who passionately shares his insights on productivity smarts and wisdom. In addition to the Leonard Productivity Intelligence Institute, he is also the CEO of Turnberry Premiere. Gerald believes …
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Transforming the Customer Experience: An Interview with Jon Picoult, Founder and Principal, Watermark Consulting
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CX quality has declined in recent years as companies struggle to keep up with the expectations of customers. But the main reason, according to renowned CX expert Jon Picoult, is that they settle for mediocrity when they should be aspiring to make the experience more distinctive and memorable.By Stephen Shaw
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From Corporate Burnout to Alignment: Santana Inniss on Opting Out of Corporate Toxicity
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Episode Highlights: Santana’s transition from a high-achieving corporate career to a life of alignment The mental barriers and challenges she faced during her journey Strategies for overcoming limiting beliefs and achieving personal and professional alignment The importance of self-compassion, mindfulness, and holistic wellbeing An impactful projec…
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MM 160 - 3 Signs 1 on 1 private coaching is a better solution for your service business over group support
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You have a big Vision for your business. And bold short-term plans. You want to achieve your goals as fast as possible, with minimal mistakes, issues, and loss of resources. You know coaching and mentoring support will help you get there that way. You just don't know what type of support is best for you right now. There are so many options to choos…
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EP # 159 - How to accomplish more in less time - factors you've never considered before
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In this episode of the Diamond Effect podcast, Maggie Perotin, an international business and leadership coach, discusses how business leaders and entrepreneurs can achieve more in less time. She emphasizes the importance of personal growth in three key areas: skill set development, time (focus) management, and emotional capacity. Maggie explains th…
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Episode 257: Teaching, Coaching, Mentoring: Keys to Team Resilience with CEO and Founder of TRG International Rick Yvanovich; Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Rick embarked on an unexpected founder's journey to Vietnam that ultimately led to remarkable success. Initially hesitant about moving to Ho Chi Minh City, Rick embraced the opportunity, which catalyzed the founding of TRG International, now serving clients in 80 countries. His experience underscores the importance of adaptability and proactive dec…
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Empowering Single Mothers: Ayo Haynes’ Journey Through Open Adoption
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Episode Highlights: The origin story of Ayo Haynes’ journey into open adoption. Challenges Ayo faced in the adoption process as a single woman. Key strategies that led to her success in becoming a mother. The importance of inclusivity and community in adoption and parenting. Advice for aspiring mothers and entrepreneurs, especially within the Black…
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MM 159 - How to know what to do first to double your service business in 6-12 months
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You'd love to double your business in 6-12 months. Yet, everytime you think about it, you get confused as to where to start. The first thing that comes to your mind is to add. Add more leads. Add new offer. Add people. But what if adding first it not the right step? In today's Maggie's Moment, I offer you a 2-minute crash course on deciding what ac…
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Season 2, Episode 2: Container Shipping and the Green Agenda with Vespucci Maritime’s Lars Jensen
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The container shipping industry faces unique challenges in transitioning to greener practices. External factors have driven a period of rapid growth and profit since the late 20th century. However, major disruptions such as the 2008 financial crisis, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the 2024 Red Sea Crisis have significantly impacted the industry. Amid t…
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EP # 158 - Running a successful mortgage brokerage in a way that makes you happy with Dan Wowk, owner of Zoom Mortgage
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In this episode, Maggie interviews one of her clients Dan Wowk, a successful mortgage broker, and the owner of Zoom Mortage Brokerage. They delve into Dan's entrepreneurial journey, exploring the stages of his business growth, overcoming challenges, and key learnings from our coaching relationship. Key Moments in the Episode: 1. Introduction to the…
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Episode 256: Executive Expansion in the Gig Economy and Other Ways Entrepreneurial Thought is Changing Business with Pat Lynes Founder of Sullivan & Stanley; London, England, UK
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Pat Lynes has been consistently at the forefront of business evolutions impacting teams and human capital management. Lynes has utilized his experience as a senior figure in the UK recruitment sector to challenge the dominance of large consulting firms and inspire the future of work by founding Sullivan & Stanley (S&S). We spoke with Lynes on his e…
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#75 - Navigating Industry Challenges with Strategic War Gaming | Prof. Dr. Jan Oliver Schwarz | Bavarian Foresight-Institute
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"The term ‘war gaming’ comes from military war gaming. I think often business leaders are experiencing competition as being something very brutal when they fight over market shares." In this episode, we welcome Prof. Dr. Jan Oliver Schwarz, a renowned expert in strategic foresight and trend analysis. As the Head of the Bavarian Foresight Institute …
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Solving Community Problems Using Technology with Honorebel Walker
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In this episode, we sit down with Honorebel Walker, visionary founder of SpaceTime Social, to explore his journey in using technology as a catalyst for community transformation. Honorebel discusses the challenges faced by communities and how innovative tech solutions can bridge gaps and empower individuals. We delve into his strategies for leveragi…
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MM 158 - Relying only on referrals will not grow your service business
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Who wants their business to stagnate? Not me and I bet you don’t want that either. In today’s Maggie’s Moment, I explain why relying only on client referrals for business growth will not ensure your continuous growth. I also share what you must do to prevent stagnation and stay competitive in your industry. And if you want to ensure your business k…
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EP # 157 - How to double your service business and end work by 4pm
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In this episode of the Diamond Effect podcast, international business and leadership coach Maggie Perotin shares strategies for doubling your business and finishing work by 4 pm. She emphasizes the importance of elevating one's CEO mindset, strategic planning, and prioritizing impactful actions. Maggie highlights the role of business owners as lead…
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Social Media Marketing: An Interview with Andrew Jenkins, Chief Executive Officer, Volterra
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For all its flaws, social media has become the preferred way for people to stay connected with each other. Yet for too long marketers have failed to take it seriously. The time has come, says social media expert Andrew Jenkins, for marketers to give it the respect it deserves.
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Episode 255: The Power of Creative Media with John Sampogna, CEO and Co-founder of Wondersauce, New York, NY, USA
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John Sampogna is a forward-thinking leader recognized for his creative impact in the advertising industry. His perspective on paid media strategies is rooted in a comprehensive understanding of the full customer journey, encompassing all touchpoints and platforms. He advocates for innovative media placements and encourages brands to diversify beyon…
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Lindsey Stewart, CFA: Proxy Voting and Investor Engagement Practices
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In this episode of the Sustainability Story podcast, Nicole Gehrig, Director of Global Industry Standards at CFA Institute, is joined by Lindsey Stewart, CFA, Director of Stewardship Research and Policy at Morningstar Sustainalytics. Together, they explore key themes in the realm of stewardship. Lindsey shares his insights on how institutional shar…
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MM 157 - 3 Ways to Double Your Sales Without Doubling Your Expeneses
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If you're thinking that to grow your sales, your marketing and sales expenses will proportionally increase as well (in which case what's the point?), know that that doesn't have to be the case. in Today's Maggie's Moment, I share with you 3 strategies that can help you double your sales permanently without spending extra money on marketing or adver…
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Season 2, Episode 1: Efficiency and The Green Transition with the UCL Energy Institute’s Tristan Smith
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To comply with increasingly stringent regulations, the shipping industry must evolve in two ways: by transitioning to greener energy sources and continually optimising for efficiency. Bold change is needed to reach the IMO’s 2030 and 2040 targets - should we be optimistic that the industry is ready to meet them? In this episode, Lora Jakobsen, Chie…
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EP # 156 - The Art of Setting Expectations: Client and Employee Success Strategies for Business Leaders
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Successful level setting of expectations with your clients and/ or employees is at the core of creating win-win results for all. It’s a process of ensuring that everyone involved in a relationship has a common understanding of key facts, goals, and objectives of that relationship and their respective responsibilities. Today’s Episode # 156 of the D…
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Episode 254: Transforming Logistics by Engaging People Who Make Movement Happen with Todd Haselhorst, CEO & Founder of HEALE Labs, Miami, FL USA
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254 Transforming Logistics by Engaging People Who Make Movement Happen with Todd Haselhorst, CEO & Founder of HEALE Labs, Miami, FL USA We love innovative companies seeking to elevate the participation of all people working in the supply chain; that is just what HEALE Labs is doing. With a deep-rooted passion for logistics, Todd Haselhorst has dedi…
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#74 - Embracing Radical Optimism for a Future-Ready Mind State | Dr. Frederik G. Pferdt | Author of "What’s Next Is Now”
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“We live in very dynamic times. But ask yourself, ’What can you control?’. And the only thing you can control is your way of thinking. And if you feel a little bit more optimistic, a little bit more open, I guarantee you're going to have a chance to invent that future that you always wanted to see happen.” In this captivating episode, we welcome Dr…
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Creating the First Minority-Owned Stock Exchange: The Journey of Joe Cecala and Dwain Kyles (Pt. 2)
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Episode Highlights: Gain insights into the origin story and mission of Dream Exchange. Learn about the specific challenges Joe and Dwain faced in establishing the exchange. Explore the key strategies that propelled their remarkable success. Understand the importance of inclusivity and community in transforming financial markets. Benefit from practi…
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MM 156 - How to take time off from your business without losing money
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Summer is here, and you dream about taking some time off from your business, but you're scared of losing income. So you're going back and forth on whether you should go on vacation? If that's you, this Maggie's Moment is for you. Also, check out Episode # 107 - 5 Ways Vacation Helps You Grow Your Service Business to help you take some well-deserved…
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EP # 155 - Key Ingredients of a Successful 7-Figure Business with Gabriele Pizzale, CEO of Pizzale Design INC.
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In this episode, I sit down with one of my clients, Gabriele Pizzale, the founder of Pizzale Design Inc., to discuss her inspiring journey from starting a business to achieving 7-figure success. We explore the key components of business growth, the importance of investing in personal development, and the delicate balance between business leadership…
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Special Episode - Corporate Voices: Political Strategies for Climate Success
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In this special episode of Navigating Zero, host Lora Jakobsen takes us to Folkemødet on the beautiful island of Bornholm, Denmark. This unique annual political festival aims to bridge the gap between citizens and decision-makers. Lora engages in compelling conversations with top business leaders and industry experts about their strategies and chal…
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Episode 253: Spinouts and Encouraging Innovation from Within with Dr. Andre Le Plume, Professor at Ted Rogers School of Management, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
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In today's environment, innovation is recognized as a critical business practice, but do companies encourage innovation to the fullest? Do business leaders feel secure in allowing ideas to grow and potentially sprout into a completely new organization? In this episode, Dr. Andre LePlume shares insights from his extensive research on spinout venture…
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Creating the First Minority-Owned Stock Exchange: The Journey of Joe Cecala and Dwain Kyles (Pt. 1)
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Episode Highlights: • The origin story of Dream Exchange and its mission • Challenges Joe and Dwain faced in establishing the exchange • Key strategies that led to their success • The importance of inclusivity and community in financial markets • Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, especially within the Black and Pan-African communities Connect with…
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MM 155 - 3 Reasons Why the Bigger the Business, the Simpler and Easier It Should Be
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In Today's Maggie's Moment, I talk about 3 Reasons Why the Bigger the Business, the Simpler and Easier It Should Be. 1) It's impossible to scale when everything is complicated and custom. Scaling can be done with standardization. To standardize certain aspects of your business, you need to simplify to create processes you and your team can follow. …
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EP # 154 - How to enjoy the summer and still achieve your business goals
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Summer doesn't have to be a slow season for your service business. And at the same time, you can enjoy nice weather and more time off. In this episode of the Diamond Effect podcast, I talk about how to avoid a catch-22 situation: - where you don't have enough clients to fully enjoy the times you're not working (because you're thinking about not hav…
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#73 - From Creators to Coaches: Chick-fil-A’s Innovation Transformation | Prof. Michael McCathren | Chick-fil-A
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"How can you create this army of everyday innovators throughout your organization? Whether it's 100 people or 100,000 employees, democratizing innovation is key." In this episode of Innovation Rockstars, we feature Michael McCathren, Senior Principal for Enterprise Innovation at Chick-fil-A and former Adjunct Professor at the University of Georgia.…
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Empowering the South: Carmen James Randolph on Advancing Gender and Racial Justice (Pt. 2)
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Guest: Carmen James Randolph, President and CEO of the Women’s Foundation of the South Discussion Highlights: Challenges in philanthropy, effective strategies for social change, and success stories from WFS. Key Takeaways: Insights on leadership, the importance of community in philanthropic endeavors, and actionable advice for those looking to make…
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MM 154 - Scaling Your Business - CEO Focus System
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When you don't have a system that allows you to invest focused time into growing your business, you're making the scaling impossible. Lack of focus creates becoming distracted by: Shiny Object Syndrome - there are always more opportunities that seem the WAY to a million dollars than you can handle. You won't be able to say YES to the right ones wit…
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EP # 153 - Must-Have Systems to Sustainable Business Scaling
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A business cannot scale without processes and systems. In today's episode, I talk about 3 core systems that you'll need to implement in your service business to scale sustainably. And when you do it strategically, those systems will save you time, and money and streamline how you acquire, service, and retain clients. It takes a strategy and plannin…
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Episode 252: Accelerating Medical Advancements with Charles Fisher, CEO and Co-Founder of Unlearn.ai, San Francisco, CA USA
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Charles Fisher is a pioneering figure in the application of artificial intelligence to medicine and healthcare. With a PhD in biophysics from Harvard and a robust background in machine learning research, Fisher believes that AI has the potential to revolutionize medicine by addressing complex challenges and he does with the handpicked team he has a…
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Empowering the South: Carmen James Randolph on Advancing Gender and Racial Justice (Pt. 1)
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Guest: Carmen James Randolph, President and CEO of the Women’s Foundation of the South Discussion Highlights: Challenges in philanthropy, effective strategies for social change, and success stories from WFS. Key Takeaways: Insights on leadership, the importance of community in philanthropic endeavors, and actionable advice for those looking to make…
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MM 153 - 3 simple ways you can increase your sales in just 7 days
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Needing a quick influx of cash to pay an unexpected bill? Or would you love to make more money this month and consistently going forward? Here are three simple ways you can increase your sales in less than seven days: 1) Follow up. Don’t discount the opportunities you’ve created for yourself in the past months. Follow up on them today. It doesn’t m…
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EP # 152 - Stay Top of Mind: Follow-Up Strategies to Increase Customer Conversion and Retention
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In this episode, I talk about the critical importance of sales follow-up and how it can significantly impact your business's success. We'll explore three types of follow-ups that every business owner should master: Post-Conversation Follow-Up: Learn why you should follow up after an initial conversation with a potential client who needs time to thi…
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Nels Ylitalo: Global Sustainability Regulations
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In this episode of "The Sustainability Story," co-host Josina Kamerling welcomes Nels Italo, Director of Product Strategy for Regulatory Solutions at FactSet. They delve into Nels' diverse background, from working in signals intelligence in the US Navy to becoming a corporate M&A attorney before focusing on financial service regulations. The conver…
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Episode 251: Reimagining the Way Teams Interact with AI to Transform Your Business Results with Eric Vaughan, the CEO of Ignite Tech and GFI Software
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Eric Vaughan is a pioneering leader in the realm of AI-first transformations, advocating for the urgent adaptation to Generative AI. At the Imagine AI conference,Eric emphasized that this shift is not only essential but crucial for maintaining competitiveness in today's rapidly evolving technological landscape. In this episode, Eric explains how he…
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