John B. Hanson jumped on the CX bus for a journey to Heroic success - which may not be where you think it is. Listen in and play along for thought-provoking content and your chance to win prizes!By josephmichelli

My navigator Adrian Swinscoe says there's a huge difference between "Customer Experience" and "A Customer's Experience." Hop on the bus and listen to his explanation...By josephmichelli

James Dodkins says most customer surveys are boring, impersonal, unrealistic, and lack relevance. Hop on the CX bus to learn more and don't miss your chance to win in this month's trivia.By josephmichelli

Joseph announces the "rebrand" and "relaunch" of his Livestream series and how it will be shared as Season 2 of Are We There Yet? Season 1 extracted interviews Joseph did in late 2020 and early 2021 and placed them in the "Are we there Yet" podcast series. In this episode, Joseph outlines the format for the podcast and asks three trivia questions/r…

This week’s guest is Shep Hyken. Shep is a customer service and experience expert and the Chief Amazement Officer of Shepard Presentations. He is a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author and has been inducted into the National Speakers Association Hall of Fame for lifetime achievement in the speaking profession. Shep works with c…

This week’s guest is Christine McHugh, who brings her executive leadership experience to consult and coach on strategic planning, operations, culture and talent development within customer-centered service industries. Christine works with clients and companies at a pivotal moment—when they're ready for help and perspective from an experienced execu…

My guest this week is Joe Pine. Joe and his partner James H. Gilmore re-released in hardcover The Experience Economy: Competing for Customer Time, Attention, and Money featuring an all-new Preview to their best-selling 1999 book The Experience Economy: Work Is Theatre & Every Business a Stage. The book demonstrates how goods and services are no lon…

This week’s guest is Dr. Byron L. Ernest. Dr. Ernest is the Director of Educator Development & Partnerships at Noble Education Initiative and is charged with developing teacher leadership and certification programs as well as college and university partnerships. Dr. Ernest developed NEI’s 3-D Leadership Program. The 3-D Leadership Program is design…

Unpacking the paradoxes of the way humans think is Dr. Rebecca Heiss’ life work. Her research has been designated “transformative” by the National Science Foundation. She taught at the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics and later was recruited to be among the founding faculty members to develop a startup school to nurture …

This week’s guest is Chris Recinos. Chris has climbed the ladder as a front-line nurse, nurse practitioner, nurse faculty, nurse leader, chief nurse executive and nurse entrepreneur. She went from being a teen mom living in foster care to a Chief Nurse Executive with a PhD in her 30s and learned how to manage a business while raising a family. For …

Micah Solomon is a hands-on customer service consultant, trainer and training designer, keynote speaker, and one of the world's leading experts on customer service, company culture, and the customer experience. Termed “the world's #1 customer service turnaround expert” by Inc. Magazine, he’s been named by The Financial Post as “The New Guru of Cust…

This week’s guest is Samantha Burns. Sam is the Founder and Director of Brilliance and is an international client success co-creator with more than 20 years’ executive experience in customer success-related accountabilities. She has an MBA cum laude in customer loyalty from Surrey University, UK. Plus, a BA Degree in psychology and communications. …

Gary Bagley is the Executive Director of New York Cares, New York City’s largest provider of volunteer-led social services programs, and the biggest affiliate of Points of Light, the global organization dedicated to volunteer service. He also serves on the Board of Directors of Points of Light and the New York State Commission on National and Commu…

Joseph discusses research from Accenture and Bain & Co. regarding shifts in consumer behavior emerging from the pandemic. For example, he explores how people want to feel less anxious and more connected. How are you addressing the changing wants, needs, and desires of those you serve! Originally recorded as a live stream on March 25, 2021.…

This week my guest is Eric Farone. Eric is the Co-Founder and Artistic Director at Bovine Metropolis. Eric has been teaching improv to groups in Colorado since 1993 and online since March 2020. For over 25 years he has been a director, teaching improvisation to some of Denver’s top improv groups, such as ‘NERTS’, ‘Mouse Couch’, ‘Dungeon Cave’, ‘Moo…

Joseph Michelli explores the increased importance of emotional value creation for employee and customer experiences. He also offers ways to differentiate your brand through your emotional value delivery. **Originally recorded as a Livestream on Thursday, March 4, 2021.By Joseph Michelli, Ph.D.

This week's guest is Tracy Grammer. Tracy rose to acclaim in the late 1990s as half of the legendary folk duo Dave Carter & Tracy Grammer. Following Carter’s death in 2002, Grammer continued to perform, building a devoted following as an interpreter, multi-instrumentalist, storyteller, and champion of Carter’s legacy. Tracy Grammer is among contemp…

This week's guest is Suzanne Tulien. Suzanne is a Brand Clarity Expert, author, and speaker specializing in identifying, defining, and aligning her clients to their distinctive brand value positioning through her proprietary process, to achieve extreme clarity on her clients’ differentiation, master consistencies to build trust and create “on-brand…

This week's guest is Brad Montgomery. Brad teaches people how to use emotional & social to boost performance, creativity, innovation & profits. He turns typical meetings into transformational events using, the power of encouragement. Other speakers TALK about happiness. But Brad SHOWS them how to harness the power of happiness in hands-on experienc…

Sarah is the author of The Space Between Us: How Jesus Teaches Us to Live Together When Politics and Religion Pull Us Apart. She has worked in the Children’s Ministry of North Point Community Church just outside Atlanta, student ministry at DASH Student Ministry, and ReThink Group. Sarah is a writer and editor for the student curriculum and been a …

Terry is a Ph.D. psychologist and a leading authority on change management and in turning positive psychology research into practical insights that produce real-world results. He’s a national columnist and author of the book, The Optimism Advantage: 50 Simple Truths to Transform Your Attitudes and Actions into Results. Terry has been helping audien…

My guest today is Bob Burg. Bob is a sought-after speaker at company leadership and sales conferences on topics at the core of the Go-Giver books. In addition to coauthoring the bestselling Go-Giver books with John David Mann, Bob has authored a number of popular books, including the critically acclaimed, Endless Referrals: Network Your Everyday Co…

This week's guest is Pierre Quinn. For over 15 years Pierre has taught higher education, faith-based, nonprofit, and corporate leaders the strategies they need to experience personal success and professional growth. Pierre is the author of Leading While Green: How Emerging Leaders Can Ripen Into Effective Leaders and Leading While Scared: How To Fi…

This week my guest is Carmine Gallo. Carmine is a three-time Wall Street Journal bestselling author, international keynote speaker, Harvard instructor, and leadership advisor for the world’s most admired brands. A “communications guru,” according to Publishers Weekly, Gallo’s books have been translated into more than 40 languages. Originally record…

Joe Tenczar has been the Chief Information Officer for Sonny’s BBQ, one of the largest and most popular barbecue restaurant companies in the country, since 2014. Tenczar joined Sonny’s BBQ with a focus on creating the franchise restaurant technology blueprint of the future. His specialties include a strategic focus on emerging technology’s place in…

John Spence is an author, international executive coach, professional development educator, virtual trainer, strategic planning facilitator, keynote speaker, and developer of online learning programs. John is recognized as one of the top business thought leaders and leadership development experts in the world and was named by the American Managemen…

This week my guest is Bill Lampton, Ph.D. is a Speech Coach, Interview Coach, and author of 25 Ways to Control Your Stage Fright--and Become a Highly Confident Speaker. For more about Bill Lampton, visit https://bizcommunicationguy.com. For more about Joseph Michelli, visit https://www.josephmichelli.com. **Originally recorded as a live video strea…

One of today’s most influential voices in workplace trends, Chester Elton has spent two decades helping clients engage their employees to execute on strategy, vision, and values. In his provocative, inspiring and always entertaining talks, #1 bestselling leadership author Chester Elton provides real solutions to leaders looking to manage change, dr…

Jeremy C. Park is a corporate executive and philanthropist, an author of two books and a weekly newspaper column, a contributor to Forbes, producer and host of television and radio shows and a podcast, and a sought after speaker for transforming organizations and individuals into catalysts for their community. For more about Jeremy Park, https://ww…

Former Denver Broncos Captain and All-Pro Linebacker Karl Mecklenburg rose from being a college walk-on and a 12th round draft pick to a pro career that included six Pro Bowl and three Super Bowl appearances. He enjoys speaking to a variety of groups, and his story is both humorous and inspirational. The lessons life in the NFL taught him about tea…

Mark Sanborn, CSP, CPAE, is president of Sanborn & Associates, Inc., an idea studio dedicated to developing leaders in business and in life. Mark is an international bestselling author and award-winning keynote leadership speaker. Mark has written 8 books, and The Fred Factor has sold over 2 million copies worldwide. His latest book is The Intentio…

Howard Behar is a renowned business leader, author, speaker, and mentor who has influenced the lives of numerous men and women at all stages of their careers and at all levels and roles. For 21 years Behar led Starbuck’s domestic business as President of North America, and he became the founding President of Starbucks International opening the very…

Craig Lemasters is the author of Unstuck, which offers a powerful learning methodology that equips leaders to strategically leverage the wisdom of others to drive transformational growth and jump-start pathways toward innovation. Craig’s strategic process will first help executives pinpoint exactly where and how they are stuck, identify places wher…

Joseph Michelli shares insights on how go get a book published!By Joseph Michelli, Ph.D.

As president of Benjamin Franklin, The Punctual Plumber, a home service company, Ellen Rohr helped grow the company from zero to $40 million in franchise sales and 47 locations in less than 2 years. She is also the COO of ZOOM DRAIN Franchising, LLC, a new drain and sewer company expanding across the USA. They make Business UN-Complicated so you ca…

Ed Mady is the Regional Director of West Coast USA and General Manager of The Beverly Hills Hotel and Bungalows. He will be my guest today to discuss transformational leadership during times of crisis.By Joseph Michelli, Ph.D.

Scott McKain is a customer experience and distinction expert teaching companies and individuals how to establish strategies and execute seamlessly to stand out from the competition. Known internationally as a top-rated keynote speaker and virtual presenter, Scott’s clients represent the world’s most iconic brands. You’ll have the confidence of work…

Dickie Smothers (half of the comedy duo The Smothers Brothers) joins me to talk about authenticity, celebrity, and re-invention. Dickie’s hard-earned wisdom and thoughtfulness eclipses his immense comedic talent. Join me for a fun and informative discussions about partnership, longevity, and creativity with my friend Dickie Smothers!…

Forbes has described Kim Crowder as the "Anti-Racism Educator Your Company Needs Now!" Kim shares her critical insights about diversity and inclusion. This is a conversation every leader should hear. https://www.kimcrowderconsulting.comBy Joseph Michelli, Ph.D