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A business for good is good for business. But what does it really take to build a business that puts people first? What does leadership look like in a 21st century business? Is it possible to exercise compassionate management and embrace collaborative workplace culture while still building a business that’s profitable? Join host Nicole Abboud, a Millennial business owner and former attorney, as she explores a world where businesses are more caring, business leaders are more empowering, and e ...
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Influencer marketing seems to be quite the buzz-phrase these days, but for good reason. Tapping into social media influencers to help promote your product or service can be a viable marketing strategy for your business. My guest today is Dr. Emmanuel Probst, a Director of Media and Digital presence at Kantar Millward Brown, a Professor at UCLA, and…
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Learning to trust your instincts and knowing that you are the expert of your own experience are what should act as a guiding light for anyone looking to take more risks in their lives. Joining me today is Salem Afangideh, a social justice lawyer, storyteller, podcast host, and startup founder. What You’ll Learn in this Episode: How you can recogniz…
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We live in an evolved eco-system. The context of our work and social lives is fundamentally different. We are now in the social age and that requires that we step up and become social leaders. What exactly is a social leader and what will it take for us to become social leaders? That’s what my guest and I discuss in this episode. I’m joined by auth…
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There are several truths that are common to all exceptional customer service experiences and certain behaviors that, when performed by employees, truly elevate the customer service experience. My guest today is customer enthusiast, speaker, and a former 20-year Marriott International employee, Steve Curtin. Steve joins us to discuss these common tr…
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Customers don't want to be sold to. However, they do want to know about businesses that offer solutions to their problems.So how can you, as a business owner, craft your marketing and sales messages in a way that resonates with your prospective customers and gets them to take action? Through storytelling! I’m joined by leader, speaker, and Vice Pre…
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As your business grows, so will your team. While many business owners might overlook the importance of hiring the right people and nurturing a team, we, leaders, know how important our team members are to our success as a whole. So how do you start building a team that works well together and provides the support you need to continue to grow? When …
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Understanding how your customers make decisions when confronted with things like pricing, limited time offers, and diverse choices, can help you as a business owner make better decisions in your own business. There are certain patterns that can be extrapolated and accounted for when building your products and services. My guest is adjunct assistant…
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For many, public speaking is terrifying. For others, it’s just a fun hobby. For me, having the opportunity to stand in front of a crowd and capture their attention for a prolonged period of time is a privilege and an amazing opportunity for business development, when done right. 6 years ago, I decided to take public speaking more seriously and make…
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It’s simple. You can’t do all the things. As your business grows, the list of tasks you need to get through grows as well. Knowing when you need to reach out for help is crucial to your continued growth as a business owner. In this episode, I’m joined by outsourcing queen, Dina Eisenberg, as she shares her tips on how to identify the tasks we shoul…
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Business leaders have much to learn from how humans behave on social media. By applying certain principles that make social media work so well, like trustworthiness, openness, and courage, business owners can humanize their company and allow for it to grow just as successfully as social media has grown. My guest today is accomplished speaker, autho…
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Is leadership an inside job? Why is it important for people to learn how to “be” before they can “do” and “have”? Can a business owner lead when he/she has no employees yet? These are all questions leaders must explore during their entrepreneurial journey. In this episode, we’re talking about how business owners can become conscious leaders when th…
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Do you find it difficult to define your customer avatar? Perhaps you’ve read one too many blogs demanding that you describe your ideal customer down to a T. Well, on today’s episode, my guest and I chat about the better approach to defining your ideal customer and figuring out how your business can serve them. We also discuss the 4 archetypes of le…
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How can you be the best partner to your customers? Customers are leaving signals and trails behind them each time they interact with your brand but are you paying attention? Listen to what customers are telling you by collecting and analyzing data about their behaviors, needs, and wants in order to better serve them. My guest today is Chris Aarons,…
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While there are many options you can pursue when it comes building relationships online, one powerful way is through the use of videos. In this episode, I share 5 different ways you can use video to help you connect with more people (aka potential customers) and begin building that relationship of trust. If you haven’t already, be sure to listen to…
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Your website is the face of your business online. Often times, it’s the first point of contact between a potential customer and your business. So how can you make sure you’re conveying trustworthiness right on your website? I’m joined by Pamela Kilzer freelance writer, blogger, and entrepreneur, and she shares the top 4 things to keep in mind to bu…
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Sure there might be a lot of hype around blockchain and bitcoin these days but let’s look beyond the hype and explore how these technologies can be used for good in the social sector. I’m joined by Paul Lamb, principal of Man on a Mission, a non-profit management consultancy firm. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What is blockchain exactly and ho…
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We’re turning to nature to learn some important business lessons. How do honey bee colonies treat leadership? What can ants teach us about individuality and effective workplace structures? We’re joined by evolutionary biologist and biomimicry expert, Dr. Tamsin Woolley-Barker as she shares her knowledge about innovation and nature. Dr. Tamsin is th…
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It’s time for a reimagining of capitalism. Conscious Capitalism is a fresh approach to business. Although the principles have been around for a very long time, this movement as we know it is gaining popularity in today’s business world. My guest today is Alexander McCobin, the CEO of Conscious Capitalism, Inc., a US-based organization dedicated to …
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Consumers want to do business with companies that stand for something. It’s not enough for your company to create a fabulous product or offer a phenomenal service. Your company has to get clear on its values and its personality in order to attract lifetime customers. In this solo episode, I discuss the notion that companies nowadays must stand for …
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Of all the leadership traits that a business owner can have, grit is probably one of the most important ones. We discuss the concept of being a gritty leader and how that can help you engage with your employees, reduce turnover rates, and grow your business strategically. I’m joined by Sarah Panis, Founder and CEO of Gritty Movement, a consulting a…
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Even though he wasn’t anticipating it, my guest, Rick Nahmias, managed to build a thriving, sustainable non-profit over the past 9 years by simply providing fresh produce to those in need. He noticed that food waste and hunger were huge issues for many living in Los Angeles and he also noticed that many houses had an abundance of fresh produce. So …
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Understanding the legalities of forming your business and knowing how to draft contracts that reflect your values as a business owner are some of the topics we cover in this episode. I'm joined by conscious business lawyer, Adrienne Fischer. Adrienne has her own practice in Denver, Co where she helps startups and small businesses with their busines…
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Assembling a team that works well together, that shares in the wins and losses together, and that has trust built-in is crucial to your company’s overall success. After all, if your team players don’t play nice, then they won’t be effective. I’m joined by agile coach/trainer, product manager and business consultant at cPrime, Kreisler Ng, and he sh…
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I explore the idea that leadership is just not cool enough. While that statement might offend a lot of people, especially those who are huge believers in the power of leadership development (like I do!), you have to admit, leadership suffers from a PR problem. Especially when compared to the oft-glamorous portrayal of BOSS, specifically on social m…
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Understanding the underlying beliefs and assumptions that drive your behaviors is an important first step to understanding yourself as a leader. In this episode, I’m joined by the Enneagram expert, Wendy Appel, to discuss the 9 types of the Enneagram and explain how gaining a deeper understanding of our habits and motivations can lead to extraordin…
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Show Notes What are the 4 underlying values that every business must possess if it hopes to weather changes that are present in the current business environment? My guest, Dr. David Holzmer, is an organizational consultant and leadership advisor, and he joins us to share what he learned from studying successful leaders and their teams. What You’ll …
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What void does your business fill? That is the first question to ask yourself when you’re trying to figure out your business purpose. Once you have that figured out, then it’s time to execute! I’m joined by former Head of Global Employee Engagement for Tesla Motors, entrepreneur, writer, speaker, theatrical director, and producer, Louis Efron and h…
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Paul Spiegelman and his two brothers started BerylHealth in the mid-80’s and grew it from just the three of them to over 400 employees and nearly $40 million in annual revenue. Paul believes that the company’s secret sauce was its unique company culture. That is the focus of today’s episode: workplace culture and its importance in helping you grow …
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Many people cringe when they hear the term “Human Resources” but our guest today, Ashley Cox, is the most welcoming and knowledgeable Human Resources expert. She is the founder of SproutHR, where she helps entrepreneurs learn all about how to hire, train, and lead a thriving team. She joins us today to share her insight on how you can hire your fir…
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Is it important for your employees to feel like they belong at work? Who’s responsible for creating that sense of belonging – the employees themselves or the organizational leaders? In this episode, Neha Sampat, founder, coach, and consultant at GenLead|BelongLab, joins us to share her insight on how organization leaders should and can create a pla…
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My guest, Randy Hawthorne, co-Founder of Nonprofit Hub, joins us to discuss why every he believes every business needs to have a powerful mission statement. Randy also breaks down his method that business owners can implement to begin crafting their dynamic mission statement. What You’ll Learn: What is a mission statement and why does every busines…
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Whether you consider yourself an entrepreneur or a business owner (apparently, there's a difference), this episode will help guide you through the various stages of growth of your business. In today's episode, I'm joined by Professor Emeritus and organizational growth expert, Professor Eric Flamholtz. Prof. Flamholtz is a Professor Emeritus in the …
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What is the purpose of business? Nobel Prize winning economist, Milton Friedman, said it’s to maximize profit for shareholders. Peter Drucker, management expert, stated that the point of business is to create customer. Today, Professor Michael Dorff, a law professor at Southwestern Law School and the director of the Technology, Law, and Entrepreneu…
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Welcome to my brand new show, Leaders Love Company! I'm so happy to meet you. In this inaugural episode, I share a little bit about why this show exists and why you should keep tuning in each week. Of course, I tell you a little bit more about myself. Please don't forget to SUBSCRIBE so you can get each new episode delivered directly to your podcas…
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