Best Wingmen Podcasts (2024)

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153- Feedback- Your Employees Want it So Why Arent You Giving It 35:20

5h ago35:20

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One of the best ways to effectively manage a team is by providing feedback. Employees want it but many managers avoid giving it. Direction, evaluation, and skill building all require regular feedback. If you have been avoiding or struggling to give feedback in a confident, genuine manner, this episode is for you.…

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How To Get On The Mount Rushmore of Thespians (Actors)…. Be James Earl Jones! 31:17

11h ago31:17

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! If you want to understand people you need to listen to them before you begin speaking. There are many good things going on in the world. The Wingman Show always aims to be positive and leave you with a positive outlook. Although not headline news, NBA Hall of Fame alum, and beloved broadcaster on all th…

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152- Are You Investing in Your Best Talent at the Right Time 39:55

2d ago39:55

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When is the best time for companies to invest in professional development for new hires or recently promoted individuals? Most wait for problems to surface. We think a more proactive approach is better.By Steve Smith

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How to Work Anywhere in the world…Become a Digital Nomad 33:10

3d ago33:10

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Life is not always going to be convenient. Embrace the challenge to be better even though you may suffer some discomfort in the short run. Meaningful growth rarely happens by accident, one must be intentional to move forward. A U.S. Army base in the state of Virginia has been renamed Fort Greg-Adams to …

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DJ Scratchy Sounds: Photo Tales with The Clash & Joe Strummer & The Mescaleros 1:31:57

10d ago1:31:57

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Retrosonic Podcast is back with very special guest Barry Myers otherwise known as DJ Scratchy Sounds discussing his excellent limited edition photobook "Road-Eyes 20-20 Double Vision: Photo Tales with The Clash and The Mescaleros". In this thoroughly entertaining episode, Scratchy discusses his early days as a tour DJ and his residency at Dingwalls…

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How to Get a Job at a Black Airline Convention While Being White 31:32

10d ago31:32

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Every day you wake up is a new day, so make the most of it. Dr. Paul represented the Wingmen Show at the OBAP (Organization of Black Aviation Professionals) at their annual conference held this year in Memphis, Tennessee, and sponsored by FedEx. This annual conference is open to all and serves as a gath…

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151- What Do You Do When the S--T Hits the Fan 36:48

22d ago36:48

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At some point, you may find yourself in a huge mess of your own making. Despite your best planning and decision making, the Shit has hit the fan. What do you do to salvage whatever is going down while making sure you survive the entire nightmare. In this episode of the Business Wingmen Podcast, your co-hosts, Steve Smith and Travis Smith recall the…

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150- Things Employees Think About But Will Never Tell Their Boss 32:33

22d ago32:33

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Unless you have an airtight bond with your team, there are things your employees might never share with you. They think about these things constantly and debate their merits with co-workers. What is so important to them that they keep their bosses out of the conversation? In today's Business Wingmen Podcast, Steve Smith & Travis Smith talk about so…

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How to Stay Pee-Pee Free In a Pool? Don’t Be An Olympic Swimmer! 34:05

24d ago34:05

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Those who help others are essentially wingmen, whether they know it or not. We have renewed our alliance with Magic Mind, the nootropic that improves alertness and concentration. This concoction is so effective, that separately, both of our wives have requested it by name, to improve their individual pe…

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How to Have a Black Job and Strike Gold, Be an Olympian! 32:05

1M ago32:05

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Accomplishing purpose driven goals requires commitment as well as enduring periods of discomfort. Athletes in general and olympians in particular, experience many years of extreme physical and emotional stress in their quest to be the best in their sport. This year’s Summer Olympics has been historic fo…

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149- Things You Do But Know You Shouldnt 35:43

1M ago35:43

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We all do things in our businesses that we do out of habit but know we shouldn't. We know these habits aren't the best way to work but we have gotten comfortable and don't give them much thought. From not delegating and being a micro-manager to procrastinating and reacting too quickly, we complain about things that don't turn out right but fail to …

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148- The Pros and Cons of Opening New Marketing 40:19

2M ago40:19

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One way to expand your business and grow revenue is by opening new markets. While this seems logical, it is not always the right move. Every business opportunity has pros and cons and opening new markets is no different. In today's episode of the Business Wingmen, Steve Smith & Travis Smith explore the benefits and drawbacks of expanding your busin…

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How to Be a Badass -Top Gun Navy Jet - Attack - Pilot? Subscribe to The Wingmen Show Podcast! 31:40

2M ago31:40

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Perseverance is key to accomplishing anything worth doing, especially if it is difficult at first. Those who succeed are those who do not quit after encountering hurdles that can be overcome eventually with persistence. Many people can become jet pilots, but relatively few people have landed aboard a fl…

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147- Is Your Business Challenged by Remote Work 37:38

2M ago37:38

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Is remote work here to stay? Not everyone thinks so. Still, if you are managing remote workers or if you are new to remote work, your Business Wingmen have some things that will help you optimize your situation. On today's episode of the Business Wingmen, Steve Smith & Travis Smith talk about thinking and working differently to get the most from yo…

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How To Win an Emmy, Get Racially Profiled In Central Park! 32:28

2M ago32:28

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Maintaining a positive attitude will take you farther in life than just being down in the dumps all the time. Central Park in New York City serves as a meeting place for different kinds of people. An encounter between a birdwatcher and a pet owner who found themselves in the same place at the same time …

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How to have better Sex, follow these 7 healthy Tips! 33:08

2M ago33:08

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! We all possess some form of brilliance whether we are superstars or everyday people. In a shocking turn of events, the wingmen pull the covers off, and exposes better sex secrets to the world, but in a way that is different than most. They earn a “G” rating, making this information acceptable for Genera…

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How To Fly Through the Air With the Greatest of Ease? Be Simone Biles! 31:28

2M ago31:28

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! When you have a positive attitude you increase the odds of good things happening to you. There are some people who model footwear, but Dr. Paul is not one of them. He is a good example on why it’s important to take care of your feet! In addition to being the greatest Olympic gymnast for her past feats, …

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How To Live In Luxury, Give Yourself the Soft Pillow 29:07

3M ago29:07

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Children need love, attention and a nurturing environment to help them develop to their full potential. Along the way, make sure to tell them you love them; don’t assume they always know. Give yourself a little extra love and attention every now and then. Commander Drew got a one-person cold plunge pool…

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146- Solve Problems Quicker 40:00

3M ago40:00

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Leaders need to be able to solve problems well and quickly. They can do this by making better decisions that lead to great problem resolution. On today's Business Wingmen podcast, Steve Smith and Travis Smith debate the merits of problem solving and the best way to get the outcome you want, quickly.By Steve Smith

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Poor Customer Service! Who in the Hell Hired Them? 33:04

3M ago33:04

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Who would have guessed that before he became our beloved Commander Drew Brown, he was a young civilian who ran an after-hours, fancy-schmancy nightclub that attracted the rich and famous in New Orleans. Customer service varies a lot depending on the business. Companies like American Express, Apple and C…

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145- You and Your Role- Who is Running Who 37:59

3M ago37:59

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Taking on new leadership roles can be overwhelming at first. But, in time you should be fully in control of the role you have. Many professionals, however, never get to this point of responsibility ownership, and end up with a role that controls them. In today's Business Wingmen podcast, your hosts Steve Smith & Travis Smith serve up situations and…

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How to Make It to The Olympics, Don’t Be Caitlin Clark! 36:01

3M ago36:01

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Bravery is not always the absence of fear but rather the willingness to press forward into unfamiliar territory or patterns that involve taking risks. There is much good news in the world, and especially so for many corporate CEO’s whose average annual compensation sits at $15.7 million per year. North …

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How to Make Millions Going To College, Become a Baller! 33:48

3M ago33:48

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Everyone has a talent in something. It may be apparent or hidden inside of you, just waiting to come out. In a time of great social and political change, Mexico has elected its first female president. The country where women have only been allowed to vote for a few decades will now be led by a Jewish wo…

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144- Success is a Journey of Patience with Tom Sell 34:19

4M ago34:19

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In this episode, your Business Wingmen interview guest, Tom Sell- CEO of Complete Marine Freight in Palma de Miorca, Spain. Tom's journey as a successful owner of multiple companies is a great example of exercising patience along the way. His background and lessons learned are greater teaching moments for entrepreneurs aspiring to grow sustainable …

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Alfie. The Larrikin and the Legacy 17:23

3M ago17:23

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Throughout the 1990’s, Allan Langer and Ricky Stuart engaged in an intense on-field rivalry. The star halfbacks of their respective club and state teams, the pair were virtually always opponents and locked into a perennial tussle to wear the Australian number 7 jersey. On this episode of Stories Of Origin, we explore the battle of Langer and Stuart…

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How to Avoid this Shi_t! Commander Drew Was Mugged and Now Dr. Paul Got Hacked! 30:26

4M ago30:26

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! You can contribute to improving the world by taking the time to improve yourself. There is good news in the world that we present on the show, but there is some bad news. The restaurant chain Red Lobster has filed for bankruptcy. Is it possible the chain collapsed because Commander Drew & his son Doctor…

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Alfie & The Greatest Origin Comeback 24:50

4M ago24:50

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After a humiliating defeat in the 2000 State of Origin series, Queensland turned to legendary coach Wayne Bennett to restore state pride. Bennett's bold move to select an entirely new Maroons team paid off with a victory in the opening game of the 2001 series. However, the Blues fought back, leveling the series with a dominant performance in game t…

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143- Are Your Ideas Good Enough to Run With 50:11

4M ago50:11

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Business grows as good ideas are implemented. Are your ideas good enough to run with? This episode hosted by Business Wingmen hosts Steve Smith & Travis Smith explore the value of great ideas and how to verify yours before running with them.By Steve Smith

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How to Travel Internationally and Not Get Robbed ! 34:11

4M ago34:11

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! How to Travel Safely on an International Trip Traveling to a foreign country can be an exciting and enriching experience, but it's important to prioritize your safety while exploring new destinations. Whether you're embarking on a solo adventure or traveling with friends, taking the necessary precaution…

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St George Can't Play... Alfie and the Beginning of the Broncos 25:30

4M ago25:30

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Allan Langer’s playing legacy still looms large over the Broncos. The clubs Inaugural halfback in 1988 would become their first premiership captain in ‘92, a title they defended in ‘93. He’d go on to lead a team rated among the greatest club outfits ever assembled to the Super League premiership of ‘97, and in ‘98 they reigned supreme again in a re…

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Kevvie & The King… Alfie’s Wingmen 26:53

4M ago26:53

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A Rugby League halfback is the beating heart of a football team, part drummer, part lead guitarist, but every seven needs a six. In the case of Alan Langer, his illustrious wingmen are as much a part of his story as himself. On this episode of Stories of Origin ‘Alfie’, we shine a light on Langer's leading men, playmaking champions Wally Lewis and …

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142- Managing Your Former Peers 40:42

4M ago40:42

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Congratulations, you've been promoted! You're all excited until you realize you are now managing your former peers! The people who use to be your friends now report to you. Managing others is a tough enough assignment without the added difficulty of convincing your old work teammates that you are now their boss! In this episode, your Business Wingm…

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How Be Happy and Content….Just Do These 7 Things 33:09

4M ago33:09

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! It is said that if you find something you love to do, it won’t seem like a job when you do it. Commander Drew’s cruise has taken him to the island of Madeira, an autonomous region of Portugal on the eastern side of the Atlantic Ocean that is more than six hundred miles from the Portuguese capital of Lis…

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141- Is Your Credibility Being Questioned at Work 35:01

5M ago35:01

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What happens when you join a company and others question why you got the job? It happens in small family businesses and large corporations alike. In this episode, your Business Wingmen hosts, Steve Smith and Travis Smith trade opinions and recommendations for overcoming a perceived lack of credibility in the workplace.…

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How to Cruise the Mediterranean… U.S. Navy or Virgin Voyages? 35:20

5M ago35:20

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Self reflection and critique is a good way to show emotional growth, but don’t be so hard on yourself that you fail to see the upside of life. Cruising the high seas is a lot different as a civilian on a vacation than being a military member preparing for warfare. Flying high performance aircraft over t…

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Six More Songs... the Making of Alfie. 28:28

5M ago28:28

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One of the smallest men to have played the game, ‘Alfie’ rose to become a giant figure of the sport. On episode one of Stories of Origin, Alfie, we go back to where it all began. The sports loving, blue collar Queensland city of Ipswich, which has played a significant part in developing champions of the state. And we explore a truly unique relation…

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140- The Benefits of a Company Internship Program 43:18

5M ago43:18

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Think internship programs are only for the fortune 500? Think again. Now, more than ever, a well thought out internship program is a great way to farm new talent while establishing your company as a contributor to cultivating the future workforce. In today's episode of 'The Benefits of a Company Internship Program', your Business Wingmen podcast ho…

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Stories of Origin - Season 3 Trailer 0:32

5M ago0:32

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Episode 1 available Monday 29 April 2024. Allan Langer. The diminutive playmaking whiz who bamboozled and befuddled opponents for decades remains Queensland’s most capped halfback and revered as ever. Tough, tenacious and talented beyond all comprehension. This season Stories of Origin shines the spotlight on the career of the little number 7 that …

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“How to Transition to Women Sports? Love The Game! 34:35

5M ago34:35

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Consider taking some time out just to laugh. Laughter is beneficial for the body, mind and spirit, providing stress relief, endorphin release, along with cardio vascular benefits. Have you ever seen an opera performed by a rock band? If not check out the stage production directed by Commander Drew’s cou…

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How To Be A Parent Without Going To Jail….Love Your Children! 30:57

5M ago30:57

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Happiness is a two way street, when you give someone good cheer, you will get some back. In a landmark case in the state of Michigan, two parents are being held responsible for violent actions taken by their child. The implications are broad, but brings into question the level of responsibility parents …

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How To Honor Lou Gossett Jr.? Be An Officer & A Gentlemen! 33:39

5M ago33:39

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Will Rogers gave good advice about taking the right path in life. You better keep moving to avoid getting knocked down; suffering from paralysis caused by too much analysis will keep you stuck in the same position. In other words, dynamic action beats inaction. The blockbuster movie, An Officer and a Ge…

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How To Say The Word Slave Correctly?...... Enslaved Person! 31:51

6M ago31:51

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Reading is fundamental to learning and understanding most things in life. Those who read actively and consistently improve brain function, knowledge of the world, vocabulary, and are more likely to earn substantially higher incomes than those who don’t. At times marginalized people rally together to hel…

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139- How to Succeed in Your Newly Promoted Role 32:04

6M ago32:04

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Being successful in a new role doesn't just happen because you got promoted. Your first 30 days in this new assignment is critical to demonstrating that your company promoted the right person! In this episode of The Business Wingmen Show, your hosts Steve Smith and Travis Smith lay out some tips to ensure you get off to a great short and warn of so…

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How to Go to Medical School for Free? Go To The Bronx! 34:21

6M ago34:21

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! To get more things done, you need to get an early start to your day. The average cost for medical school is the US exceeds $60,000 per year. But thanks to a massive donation of one billion dollars ($1,000,000,000) to the Albert Einstein College of Medicine by philanthropist and educator Dr. Ruth Gottesm…

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138- Preparing for a Promotion Interview 51:12

6M ago51:12

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Getting promoted starts with knowing what to do before the interview. What research do you do? What questions do you ask? How do you handle yourself regardless of the outcome. In this episode of 'The Business Wingmen', your hosts Steve Smith & Travis Smith lay out a strategy for showing up and performing like a professional.…

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137- Sales Insights for Non Sales Business Owners 34:59

6M ago34:59

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Here's how to help non-sales business owners and C-level execs champion the sales process and/or facilitate sales themselves. Our Guest: Scott Peterson, founder and Principal of Carver Peterson' Founded in 2014, Carver Peterson helps growth-minded entrepreneurs of B2B technical & professional services firms build high-performing sales teams so that…

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136- Turning Around an Underperforming Manager 38:26

7M ago38:26

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Good management is the key to running a successful business. So, what if your manager is underperforming? How do you turn him/her around? What do you look for as a sign that things aren't going well? In today's episode of The Business Wingmen Show, your hosts, Steve and Travis Smith weigh in on the value of managers who perform their duties well an…

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How To Shoot Like A Girl? Shoot Like Steph Curry. 31:25

7M ago31:25

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! Hard work is not hard if it’s something you enjoy. It’s good to find something you love, cultivate your talent and stick with it. The latest NBA All Star event featured a contest between the top three-point-shooter in the NBA, Steph Curry along with the top three point shooter in the WNBA, in a classic …

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How To be Rich — Don’t Buy Super Bowl Tickets 31:54

7M ago31:54

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! There are athletes that defy limiting stereotypes limiting. For a prime example of the melding of scholarship with athletics, consider the case of Bill Bradley. He was a graduate of Princeton University, Rhodes Scholar, a member of two NBA championships with the New York Knicks basketball team, a United…

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How To Deal With Anger? Sit Down, Shut Up & Do Nothing For at Least 24 Hours 33:47

7M ago33:47

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Sent us text! We would love to hear from you! If you are passionate about what you are doing it feels less like work. Everyone is gifted at something, take your time and find out what that gift is for you. When the life-size statue of Jackie Robinson, the first black player allowed into the major leagues of American baseball was desecrated in Wichi…

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