Best Jeff Pennington Podcasts (2024)

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The Trouble With Tribbles (TOS) 1:32:37

24h ago1:32:37

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Didn't we already do this one before...? Actually no, we haven't! But basically yes. But hey, that gives us more time to talk about OTHER Star Trek stuff! And tangent! A lot!This is the 2nd episode of VidaZen's "Ballroom BLITZ!" Collection as chosen by and voted on our patrons! You can join in and tell us what to watch by becoming a patron today!SU…

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A Marine Biologist Walks Into A Bar 1:03:47

1d ago1:03:47

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We record riverfront with boats coming and going, meet a bonafide marine biologist, interview a ferry boat captain, nearly capsize Boat Of The Week, review our boat spotting finds from the week, and much more! Pictures and links in show notes below. New show every Wednesday, email your BOTW to theboatyshow@gmail.com, Come see The Contenders live 7/…

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ALIGN VALUES WITH YOUR BUSINESSPARTNERS FOR GOOD PARTNERSHIPS | With Charl Badenhorst and Simon Lewis | The Top Floor 34:59

6d ago34:59

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Welcome to The Top Floor Podcast with Simon Lewis! In this episode, we dive into the remarkable leadership journey of Charl Badenhorst, CEO of Liwa Minor Foods and Beverages LLC. With over 25 years of experience in operations, strategic business growth, and development in the food and beverage industry, Charl brings a wealth of knowledge and insigh…

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GROWING A NICHE BUSINESS OVER 30+ YEARS | With Jeffrey Smith and Jeff Cass | The Top Floor 55:47

6d ago55:47

55:47

In this episode of The Top Floor Podcast, we hear from Jeff Smith, a 50+ year veteran of the specialty music instrument business. Jeff started a "niche" business selling/repairing flutes in 1991 and has grown that unique business organically and through acquisition for the last 30+ years. Hear his insights on... Acquisition Strategies Succession Pl…

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USE THIS ADVICE TO GAIN INTERNATIONAL SUCCESS | With Sharad Agarwal and John Nolan | The Top Floor 49:00

8d ago49:00

49:00

Sharard launched and has lead Cyber World for the last 28 years, back from Web 1.0 and the launch of the internet to Web 3.0 today and the metaverse and AI. Sharard shared an intriguing journey including great advice on keys to success and to new entrepreneurs. Connect with Sharard on LInkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cybergear/ We hope you enj…

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Simplicity 39:11

8d ago39:11

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In today's world, it's easy to get overwhelmed by the complex interplay of emotions and daily distractions. Eric and Jeff go into the vital topic of simplifying our emotional landscape to enhance our emotional intelligence. They explore techniques like the 6-Second Rule to manage reactions, the importance of being intentional with our emotional foc…

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HOW TO STAND OUT FROM YOUR COMPETITION | With Dr. Tuhin Banik | The Top Floor 36:54

8d ago36:54

36:54

Tuhin has build a very successful AI SEO business with offices in UAE, India and Australia. The company is growing rapidly and he sees the workforce doubling over the coming 12-18 months as he is part of the AI revolution. Connect with Tuhin on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tuhin-banik/ We hope you enjoy this episode! Give it a like and sub…

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WORK HARD ON CREATING YOUR BRAND TO GET TO BIG SUCCESS | With Prudhvi Polavarapu and John Nolan | The Top Floor 35:19

8d ago35:19

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Prudhvi has successfully launched a logistics business in a crowded space. He is a serial entrepreneur with many new initiatives on the horizon. Find Prudhvi on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prudhvipolavarapu/ We hope you enjoy this episode! Give it a like and subscribe if you'd like more content like this :) From The Top Floor Team #ceoint…

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FOCUS ON BUILDING YOUR BUSINESS UP FOR SCALING | With MD Mark Pennington and Roger Wilson | The Top Floor 23:08

8d ago23:08

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Welcome to another episode of the Top Floor Business Podcast! In this interview, we sit down with Mark Pennington, Managing Director of EPX Technical Services, to explore the journey of scaling up a successful business. Mark shares his insights and experiences on scaling a startup into a thriving business. Learn about the challenges faced and strat…

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Amish Curious 56:04

8d ago56:04

56:04

Kick off Summer 2024 on the deck of Steph's houseboat! Two boat reviews - Regulator and Ski Nautique. Osprey, ducks, caspian terns interrrupt discussion of wake boat propeller innovation and Steph's Amish boat canvas maker neighbor. We meander into old business with San Francisco Bay open water swimming and getting passed by a one-legged cyclist. A…

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HOW I ENSURE MY COMPANY'S SUCCESSFUL FUTURE | With Pir Arkam and John Nolan | The Top Floor 46:42

9d ago46:42

46:42

Pir has a great story on how a boy from Pakistan educated himself across multiple countries and institutions before arriving in the UAE and bootstrapping his business to success. His big break came in COVID with a contract with the Dubai Police to 3D Print Personal Protective Equipment and it was during this period the Company went from strength to…

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WHAT TO FOCUS ON TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS | With CEO Deana Gao,Qiong and John Nolan | The Top Floor 35:14

9d ago35:14

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Deana has a great story on how she learnt of the need for International companies to build brand awareness for their services in China and has built a successful business over the last 10 years. Deana relocated the HQ to Dubai, UAE during Covid and manages a workforce spread across the globe. Connect with Deana on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com…

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Episode 46: Tournaments & Cheese 2:07:21

9d ago2:07:21

2:07:21

Jeff brings us a showdown with death! Or does he... Rich gives his heroine a life-or-death of the universe decision to make! Or maybe a dog does? Then finally Josh shows us just what a dwarf will do for love! And he WILL do THAT!Follow us on Twitter @StorylordspodCheck out our website for all of our dope links and info storylords.pageSupport us on …

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REALIZE THAT THERE IS NO LIMIT TO YOUR CAPABILITIES | With Jordyn Harrison and Krista Crawford | The Top Floor 26:24

10d ago26:24

26:24

OmniSynkAI is the only suite of tools on the market built for e-commerce businesses. Our cloud based software handles sales, CRM, HR, finance, order management, inventory and other operations for businesses of all sizes, in one place - 10x quicker with AI. Krista and Jordyn had a discussion about the challenges and future plans for Jordyn's startup…

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THE WAY YOU ADAPT DETERMINES YOUR SUCCESS OR FAILURE | With Jeffrey Engle and Honor Belew | The Top Floor 19:34

10d ago19:34

19:34

In this fascinating interview, we’re speaking with Jeff Engle who sold his cybersecurity business, and now holds multiple roles including CEO of an investment business called Capital E, CEO of ArkAngel, a consulting business focused on national security and emerging technologies; and is Executive Chairman for Government Internal Defense at BlueVoya…

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TRANSPARENT, OPEN, AND HONEST COMMUNICATION IS KEY | With Rachel Gilley and Colin Crooks | The Top Floor: Stressing Values 37:27

13d ago37:27

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Rachel Gilley started with Clarity-Global five years ago and has been appointed Chief Executive in the last six months. During that time, she worked closely with the founding director, building trust and a shared vision. Her watchword is communication—honest, open, and transparent communication. This is manifested not only in her answers but also i…

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I FAILED UP BUT NOW I CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE | With David Glennie and Colin Crooks | The Top Floor: Stressing Values 32:00

13d ago32:00

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Radical. This is the word that comes immediately to mind when you listen to David Glennie. His insights on AI are very insightful, but his twin beliefs about his privilege and his fallibility mark him out from the field. They have also driven him to develop his business in a decidedly unique way. From establishing an independent union within his ow…

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DELEGATE EARLY IN ORDER TO GROW MORE EASILY | With Anoob Saban and Colin Crooks | The Top Floor: Stressing Values 30:15

13d ago30:15

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We hope you enjoy this episode! Give it a like and subscribe if you'd like more content like this :) From The Top Floor Team #ceointerview #businessleadership #businessleaders #ceo #ceotalks #businesstalks #ceos #ceosdesk #ceoadvice #podcast #podcasts #podcastshow #podcasting #podcastclips #podcastseries #thetopfloor #topfloorpodcast #foryou #foryo…

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Sarek (TNG) 1:24:42

15d ago1:24:42

1:24:42

Our new collection of episodes is all about bar-room brawls but this ep of Trek is really about the ravages of old age and the depths of one man's repressed emotion revealed. I SWEAR to you this is a funny M-Class though, you gotta trust me, broDonate to the TREK BOI PRIDE PLEDGE DRIVE 2024 at give.thetrevorproject.org/mclasspodcast or by joining o…

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Boat AND Float Of The Week 44:02

15d ago44:02

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Steph and Jeff break down five floaty toys, three boat reviews, two mink stories, and one geeked out discussion of thermoclines. George Clooney and Sophia Loren join our imaginations from Lake Como, boats made in Idaho have heaters who knew, and we're psyched that this'll be our last remote recording for a while. Listen every Wednesday and sometime…

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BONUS: Rower Audrey Boerson Wins Silver in Holland 25:10

19d ago25:10

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We catch up with Audrey Boerson of Black Sheep Racing in the Netherlands after her amazing competition at the 138th annual Holland Beker Regatta. She won silver in the OPEN WEIGHT women's single as a lightweight limited to 135lbs. She competed four times in one day and nearly won the lightweight single before she abruptly exited her boat. Next up? …

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The Competencies of Emotional Intelligence 1:33:19

22d ago1:33:19

1:33:19

Do you ever catch yourself believing those lingering negative comments from the past? Eric addresses how these can form neural pathways, influencing our reality and emotional responses, and both he and Jeff explore how you can rewrite this narrative. They also touch on the bigger EQ picture—from the simplicity yet profoundness of a noble goal, the …

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Fried Eels and Sarasota Bay 1:10:34

22d ago1:10:34

1:10:34

Steph reports live from the houseboat in a thunderstorm as a mama merganzer catches a fish for her babies, and we review an honest to pete narrowboat cookbook. It's better than it sounds. Jeff recaps a trip to Sarasota FL and a sea life tour of the bay complete with mermaids. Or manatees. Five boats of the week contend for the title, two sweep us o…

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Episode 45: Junkyards & Bodybuilders 1:56:57

24d ago1:56:57

1:56:57

Rich drops the bomb on you, baby, with a post-apocalyptic style, Josh spins a yarn of true romance and outright metal on metal warfare, and Jeff creates the most tension-filled family dinner since the last one he attended personally!Follow us on Twitter @StorylordspodCheck out our website for all of our dope links and info storylords.pageSupport us…

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Those Old Scientists (SNW) 1:48:39

29d ago1:48:39

1:48:39

They said it couldn't be done! A crossover episode between a cartoon and live action?! Well Star Trek can do anything, dumdum, and we prove it by repeating a lot of the jokes in this episode AND bringing all kinds of our own jokes and fun facts to it! Will the wonders EVER cease?!Donate to the TREK BOI PRIDE PLEDGE DRIVE 2024 at give.thetrevorproje…

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Fans of Missy Rejoice and Our First Book Review 1:04:55

1M ago1:04:55

1:04:55

Steph is sick, we wish her well, and reliever Missy steps up to the microphone. Up front? Corrections and an apology for blatant nepotism and self-dealing. We discuss Outlander, boat scents or lack thereof, dogs on boats, a stop by the OPP, Missy's attraction to big block boat motor startups. We do a rundown of the artists we love and support, who …

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I'VE STRUGGLED TO COPE WITH SELF-INFLICTED STRESS | With Mark Gregson and Colin Crooks | The Top Floor: Stressing Values 31:17

1M ago31:17

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Mark Gregson left a well-paid job in the middle of Covid and started his first business Impact Working. It certainly seems to suit his "pirate" nature but also brings a lot of additional stress. In this interview, Mark opens up about working very anti-social hours in response to his imposter syndrome and how his values and his family make it all wo…

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THE CHALLENGES OF GENDER BIAS IN THE WORKPLACE | With Priyanka Sengar and Marisa Kamall | The Top Floor Podcast 29:32

1M ago29:32

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In this podcast episode, Marisa Kamall and Priyanka Sengar discuss the challenges of gender bias in the workplace, sharing their personal experiences and observations. Priyanka highlights her journey as a CEO leading Women First Jobs. Her mission with the organization is to empower women in the workplace by creating opportunities and fostering an i…

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Bonus Episode: The Manhatter, a Trip Around Manhattan 58:21

1M ago58:21

58:21

Celebrate 2000 downloads with a bonus travelogue of our boat trip around the island of Manhattan, thanks to Rich and Julia! We start in Port Washington on Long Island, cruise past Rikers Island to the East River, down to Brooklyn to pick up our crew. A counterclockwise course took us back up the East River, into the Harlem River, around the top of …

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We Laugh, Cry and Circumnavigate Manhattan 58:33

1M ago58:33

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No sleep 'til Brooklyn! We meet up in The City for an epic boat trip around the isle of Manhattan thanks to dear friends Julia and Rich. We hang out in their Brooklyn back yard to recap and share a bit of our recording from the boat in this episode, more will come in an upcoming bonus feature. A big Boat Of The Week featuring six submissions, the f…

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Episode 44: Dick & Domm 2:07:42

1M ago2:07:42

2:07:42

Josh brings us the buck-nastiest dungeon ritual this side of the Pain Mines dark site, Jeff brings together a new team against the horrors of the inhuman secret society Gestalt, and Rich tries his hand at a brand new genre with even MORE erudite crocodile men!Follow us on Twitter @StorylordspodCheck out our website for all of our dope links and inf…

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Lessons From George Washington's 110 Rules of Chivalry 20:03

1M ago20:03

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We explore this unique aspect of our culture, and we discover some powerful lessons that still hold today. Here are 3 key takeaways: 1️⃣ Choose your praise wisely: Praise should be genuine and deserved, not just empty words. Let's be mindful of what we praise and ensure we're nurturing a culture of true accomplishment and encouragement. 2️⃣ Foster …

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Hear All, Trust Nothing (LDS) 1:31:29

1M ago1:31:29

1:31:29

The USS Cerritos makes a stop at Deep Space Nine and shenanigans ensue! But how many of those funny shenanigans will our intrepid Trek Bois re-tell to the audience while giggling? There's only one place to find out the answer to THAT burning question!This is the 5th episode of Daruma's "What is This, A Crossover?" Collection as chosen by and voted …

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Life on a Submarine with Arny Stankus 1:21:56

1M ago1:21:56

1:21:56

Former US Navy Officer Arny Stankus tells of his service aboard the SSN Toledo Los Angeles class fast attack submarine. 110 crew sharing the square footage of a three bedroom house for two months continously under water! Remarkable service to the security of our country and allies. Plus! Steph reports from the wheel of her houseboat the MUSKRAT. Th…

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FIND THE RIGHT PEOPLE AND FILL THE RIGHT ROLES FOR SEAMLESS SUCCESSION | With Keva Walton and Jeff Cass | The Top Floor 58:45

2M ago58:45

58:45

Socially Responsibly - Community Invested Mecklenburg County Liquor Control Board is more than what most people think!! Yes, they need to sell liquor in Mecklenburg County lawfully but they also deal with many of the same issues as private businesses... Hiring, developing, and retaining quality people (please cut the piece of video where Keva debat…

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MAKE SURE TO USE YOUR NETWORK TO BUILD A WINNING TEAM | With Bill Niland and Krista Crawford | The Top Floor 26:30

2M ago26:30

26:30

Krista and Bill discussed Regel Tech, an injectable gel for patients with degenerative disc disease, and its development, as well as Bill's leadership style and entrepreneurial ventures. Bill expressed his enthusiasm for startup culture and his enjoyment in working closely with doctors and patients to improve medical devices and procedures, particu…

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LEARN TO DELEGATE TO HAVE THE BASIS FOR SCALING THE BUSINESS | Claire Broido Johnson | The Top Floor 27:55

2M ago27:55

27:55

Sun Rock's Business Model and Time Management Strategies In this episode of Top Floor, Krista welcomed Claire Broido Johnson, Co-founder, Operating Advisor, and Board Member of Sun Rock. Claire explained her company's business model, which provides power purchase agreements for small and medium-sized businesses to install solar on their roofs, offe…

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Summer Of Chicken Salad and Elite Rower Audrey Boerson 1:30:27

2M ago1:30:27

1:30:27

Jeff interviews elite rower Audrey Boerson (26:50) about training for international competition leading up to the World Championships. Steph scrapes mussels off her houseboat for Mothers Day, a major update on the "battery situation", dialectric grease, rowing is complicated, talking about trailer equipment is awkward, Audi fails at the most basic …

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NO ONE IS GOING TO LOVE YOUR BUSINESS LIKE YOU DO | With Gabe Chrismon and Honor Belew | The Top Floor 30:45

2M ago30:45

30:45

We're fortunate today to speak with Gabe Chrismon, a West Point graduate who has had the entrepreneurial bug since third grade! Gabe is based in the Nashville area and is Co-Founder of My Home which fills a gap in the home service industry by providing a marketplace app to easily and digitally resolve home maintenance needs. The need for this type …

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HOW I WENT FROM FORCED CHANGE TO TRIPLING GROWTH | Alex Holliman and Colin Crooks | The Top Floor: Stressing Values 37:47

2M ago37:47

37:47

Interviewee Alex Holliman Managing Director Climbing Trees In this open and wide ranging interview Alex Holliman describes how in Covid he stepped back from the day to day running of Climbing Trees and took time to look at what was really important to it. He's not looked back; the business has grown, staff have flourished and the team have much mor…

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CREATING A CULTURE OF INNOVATION, COLLABORATION, AND RESILIENCE | With Piyush Gupta and Simon Lewis | The Top Floor 35:15

2M ago35:15

35:15

Join us for a revealing conversation with Piyush Gupta, CEO of Polytrade, as we dive into the world of blockchain leadership. From his background as an aerospace engineer to his current role leading a thriving business, Piyush's journey offers valuable lessons in innovation and adaptation. In this exclusive interview, Piyush shares his fascination …

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Episode 43: Baking & Staffs 2:14:46

2M ago2:14:46

2:14:46

Jeff's bunch of weirdos face off against a triple threat of horrors beyond reckoning, Rich's weirdos traverse hell itself for answers to burning questions, and Josh's weirdos reach across time and space to survive an unknowable foe! WEIRDOS EVERYWHERE!Follow us on Twitter @StorylordspodCheck out our website for all of our dope links and info storyl…

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AI WILL SEVERELY IMPACT THE TUTORING INDUSTRY AND EXPERIENCE | With Expert Ian Siegel and Krista Crawford | The Top Floor 29:30

2M ago29:30

29:30

Krista and Ian discussed the potential of expanding virtual tutoring services, particularly in response to the increasing importance of standardized testing in college admissions. Ian expressed his belief in the potential of artificial intelligence to supplement to enhance one-on-one approach, aiming to help students overcome their test-taking diff…

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FINDING SUCCESS IN A SURPRISING INDUSTRY | With Ryan Schachtner and Jeff Cass | The Top Floor 51:01

2M ago51:01

51:01

In this Top Floor podcast episode, entrepreneur Ryan Schachtner shares insights on overcoming challenges to create his journey: Ryan is an exciting and active CEO who runs multiple businesses, hosts a podcast, and overcame dyslexia to write an international Best Seller!! Through Success Beyond Gameday, Ryan and his partner Samantha Card have a uniq…

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New Eden (DIS) 1:35:16

2M ago1:35:16

1:35:16

We're diving into an episode of Discovery this time around! Wait... wait! We're not gonna bellyache about it this time, we swear! This is a good one! Or is it? It is but we gotta keep up the pretense of our opinions having any weight to them at the end. Anyway, listen now!!This is the 4th episode of Daruma's "What is This, A Crossover?" Collection …

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Improving EQ Through Technology with Tina Schweiger and Michelle Stinson-Ross 1:01:27

2M ago1:01:27

1:01:27

In this episode of the "Spirit of EQ" podcast, Eric Pennington welcomes co-founders of Feelalytics, Michelle Stinson Ross and Tina Schweiger, as they provide invaluable insights into leveraging technology to elevate emotional intelligence (EQ) in organizations. The highlight of the episode is the unveiling of a groundbreaking tool designed by Feela…

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Bean Bags and Boat Condoms 59:09

2M ago59:09

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Motor, barn find, rental boat, boat name of the week strike in a lightning round of listener submissions. Marine bean bag chairs set off a rant against the boat seat industrial complex. Rob tells us about the Ferry COHO in the Pacific Northwest and the unhappy ending of a giant boat condom in New Zealand. Presidential yacht HONEY FITZ, DC Classic B…

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LEARN TO STAND OUT FROM YOUR COMPETITION | With Steve Vest and Chris Wood | The Top Floor 35:01

2M ago35:01

35:01

In this Interview, we hear from Steve Vest of National Equipment Transportation Steve comes from a family that has roots in the trucking and logistics industry. He started this business 18 years ago because he wanted to serve the trucking community in a way that didn't involve driving a truck. Steve gives us an introspective look at the highs and l…

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TURNING OUR BIGGEST CHALLENGE INTO AN OPPORTUNITY | With CEO Saad Ali and Marisa Kamall | The Top Floor 35:20

2M ago35:20

35:20

In this episode, we dive into the extraordinary entrepreneurial journey of Saad Ali, founder and CEO of Helium, now the largest marketing services company in Pakistan with significant reach across the UAE and GCC. Saad shares his unconventional path from being a stockbroker to pioneering in the marketing world, driven by serendipity and a challenge…

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ALWAYS BE ON IT IN BUSINESS - LITTLE THINGS CAN BECOME MASSIVE | With Rusty Fulling and Chris Wood | The Top Floor 32:23

2M ago32:23

32:23

In this interview, we hear from Rusty Fulling of Fulling Management and Accounting. Rusty launched his company 24 years ago to help business owners focus on growing their businesses. Rusty provides us with some terrific insight on common mistakes that entrepreneurs make as well as some sage wisdom on how to manage the highs and lows of being an ent…

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