Gratitude Through Hard Times

In our modern world, we have access to what seems like an unlimited amount of food. For instance, grocery stores are filled with aisles and aisles of processed foods.But real food is not limitless. Real food comes from the hard work of local farmers and independent makers. The best quality food comes in a limited quantity.Jessica Young knows well that real food is not limitless and has a solution to getting real food to the masses.Jessica is the Founder and CEO of BUBBLE. Prior to launching BUBBLE, Jessica led product and operations at Daily Harvest, the frozen food direct to consumer model,now valued at over $500M. After being in the Health & Wellness industry for many years, Jessica saw a gap in the market: brands were innovating (specifically in the health foods space), but they didn’t have the right platform to launch and scale on, and so she built and launched this very platform called BUBBLE in 2019.In this episode, Jessica shares the inside scoop on BUBBLE and the future of food.Listen to this episode and learn about:Jessica giving credit and thanks to her colleague, Savraj (5:34)Acknowledging that you need the help of others (8:47)Getting people to recognize and communicate their vulnerabilities and anxieties (14:23)Empowering those who have a dream (19:31)The future of food (23:39)Where BUBBLE is headed (28:15)Jessica's message to Savraj (32:32)LinksConnect with Jessica on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaeyoung/BUBBLE - https://bubblegoods.com/#

Not being able to articulate your ideas can be deeply frustrating. But, your ideas are needed out in the world. You just need to find your red thread that makes your big ideas irresistible.Tamsen Webster knows all about finding your red thread.Part strategist, part storyteller, part English-to-English translator, Tamsen Webster helps experts drive action with their ideas. Tamsen honed her trademark Red Thread approach in and for major organizations like Johnson & Johnson, Harvard Medical School, and Intel, as well as with hundreds of individual founders, academics, and thought leaders. She's a former TEDx Executive Producer and current Idea Strategist. She's also the author of Find Your Red Thread: Make Your Big Ideas Irresistible.In this episode, Tamsen dives deep into the concepts of her book and how to communicate your ideas to those who need them.Listen to this episode and learn about:Tamsen giving credit and thanks to her sister, Kira (4:46)How internal conflict can create lasting change (6:37)Balancing aspirations and gratitude (11:53)Tamsen's first book (15:05)Using empathy to get unstuck (18:36)How stories are the foundation of understanding and communicating (25:03)The value of leading with a question (32:25)Working through the goal statement (42:25)LinksConnect with Tamsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamsenwebster/Tamsen's Website - https://tamsenwebster.comFind Your Red Thread - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/find-your-red-thread-tamsen-webster/1139189341

Change is constantly occurring, and with change comes new ways of seeing and doing things. To stay flexible through times of change, clarity about your purpose and the good around you builds your resilience to weather times of change. Rachel Flood knows how vital clarity is for creating resilience. Rachel is the Director of Operations at The Flood Law Firm. She has almost two decades of experience in legal marketing and management. Rachel works alongside her husband Brian who is a successful trial lawyer. Together they have used Brian's courtroom success and Rachel's business and legal management background to grow the firm from four employees to almost fifty employees over the past eight years. Rachel is passionate about her firm's work helping injured clients and giving back to the community. She uses her positive attitude, energy, and passion to encourage her team to work hard and succeed. Rachel has a B.S. from Western Connecticut State University and a J.D. from Pace Law School. In her free time, Rachel enjoys spending time with her three young children, traveling, and entertaining their large extended family. In this episode, Rachel shares the lessons she learned during the pandemic from her life, work, and children's lives. Listen to this episode and learn about:Rachel giving credit and thanks to her children (2:38)What we can learn from children about flexibility and resilience (5:22)Focus leading to clarity (9:33)How to communicate bad news (16:11)Post-pandemic work practices (18:04)Rachel's message to her children (28:18) LinksConnect with Rachel on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-f-flood-79982430/

We've all heard the saying that people don't plan to fail they fail to plan. Well, the expression is true, especially for creatives looking to spark innovate ideas.Creativity requires unstructured, structured time, which means we need to plan times to be unstructured in our days, or we'll get swallowed up by our calendars. Think of this as structured serendipity.Hannah Donovan knows how crucial structured serendipity is for creative work.Hannah is a product & design leader in the tech industry. She creates consumer tools & experiences for self-expression, with a focus on collaborating with machine learning.Han is currently director of product at VSCO, a photo and video editing platform with a focus on creative wellbeing. VSCO acquired Han’s company Trash, an AI video editing app at the end of 2020. Han founded Trash in 2017 and raised capital from top tier VCs.Before that, she was the General Manager at Twitter-owned Vine; led the team and product at Expa-backed music startup Drip (acquired by Kickstarter); was VP Design at Ripcord (a product incubator funded by MTV); co-founded the song-sharing service This Is My Jam while leading R&D design for The Echo Nest (acquired by Spotify) and was part of the original leadership team at early music discovery service Last.fm (acquired by CBS for $270M) where she led design and PM’d many features to market.Han co-hosts a podcast called ‘It Just Got Real’ for creative women in business, and she’s spoken at conferences worldwide including TEDx NYU, and lectured at top universities including Imperial College London, Princeton, Parsons, and as visiting faculty at Cornell Tech. Her work has been featured by media such as the Guardian, the New York Times, Forbes, Variety, and the Today Show.Han is passionate about changing the ratio in tech for under-represented people. She’s also a startup advisor and has mentored through programs including Google's 30 Weeks, First Round Capital's Product Program.She also writes a newsletter called ‘Let Go and Haul’ about building consumer products for self-expression. You can find her on Twitter/Instagram @han or at hannahdonovan.comIn this episode, Hannah dives deep into her creative process and the importance of thanking yourself.Listen to this episode and learn about:Hannah giving credit and thanks to herself (3:51)Creative expression for rest and reflection (7:21)Structured serendipity (11:03)Stopping the cycle of being busy (19:29)Action creating motivation (25:12)Appreciating dark, cloudy moments (27:46)Unlearning to spark creativity (34:59)Hannah's message to herself (41:05)LinksConnect with Hannah on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahdonovan/Hannah’s Website - hannahdonovan.com

People often don't like or are afraid of what they don't know. By learning about all things around you, things that are different from what you may identify with, you can open up your worldview and see, understand, accept and love people. In doing so, we can live a more meaningful, diverse life.Othniel Mbamalu knows just how astonishing is it to broaden your worldview.Othniel is the founder and CEO of Advanced Rockets Corporation (ARC). Othniel has been working on Launch systems for space travel since his teenage - filing his first patent at 16 years old, creating the foundation for ARC today. Driven by his life’s mission to voyage into space, Mbamalu came to Southern California from Nigeria in 2014 with the intent of establishing an aerospace company that could provide cost-effective leap-ahead of current systems as well as high-speed capabilities for defense and civil applications. With two patents granted, five patents-pending, and a host of trade secrets, Mbamalu oversees and directs the ARC team in making that dream a reality.In this episode, Othniel shares his origin story and how it's shaped his view of the world.Listen to this episode and learn about:Othniel giving credit and thanks to his dad (5:26)How Othniel's journey began (13:18)The value of sacrifice (19:18)How our upbringing shapes our life (21:57)Using people's strengths, not altering their weaknesses (25:27)The future of Advanced Rocket Corporation (29:43)Othniel's message to his dad (33:42)LinksConnect with Othniel on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/othniel-mbamalu-22aa981a2/Advanced Rocket Corporation - https://airbreathing.spaceOthniel's Website - https://othnielcreator.com

With an inquisitive mind and asking the right questions, we can unlock new learning pathways, new opportunities, and treasure troves of data.Information is out there. We just have to know how to unlock it because everyone around us has a lesson that we can learn if we ask the right questions.Andy Ellwood knows how to ask the right questions to unlock hidden gems.Andy is an Executive Coach based in NYC on Zoom and serves coaching partners worldwide. Andy partners with entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and corporate exeutives to tackle the challenges of leadership, fundraising, and growth.Andy spent over a decade as a startup operator. First leading partnerships and sales for companies acquired by Google (Waze) and Facebook (Gowalla) before then going on to found three companies of his own. In hindsight, Andy becoming an Executive Coaching was a natural next step in his career’s trajectory. He was drafted into the work by multiple entrepreneurs that had frequently sought him out as a sparring partner and sounding board for the challenges that are unique to those in leadership.Andy’s years of experience on the front lines and in the trenches give him a unique perspective and network that some of his coaching partners have started calling him the “Coach With Benefits.” Andy believes what starts in a coaching session become collective action items for the coming weeks and the work that will be done together with his coaching partners. The best coaching partnerships Andy has had are active relationships that develop through frequent texts, emails, and check-in calls that happen in between the more formal and dedicated coaching sessions every other week.When not coaching or working with founding teams at companies in his angel investment portfolio, Andy loves hosting dinner parties, working in his garden, and trying a new recipe on his BBQ grill.In this episode, Andy shares deeply about his insatiable curiosity and how it got him to where he is today.Listen to this episode and learn about:Andy giving credit and thanks to his younger sister, Katie (4:25)How small events impact the course of our lives (12:20)The art of asking the right questions (17:12)Question asking as a superpower(22:09)How systems are crushing our creativity (30:35)Curiosity as the solution to loneliness (37:37)Being committed to community (41:15)The downside to being well connected (47:25)Instilling the value of hosting (53:13)Andy's message to his sister, Katie (58:54)LinksConnect with Andy on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyellwood/Andy's Website - http://www.andyellwood.comAndy's Email - [email protected]

Trauma, adversities, and insecurities are things we all experience. But opening up about these things can be challenging.The upside of being vulnerable and authentic about the things that scare us is creating connections with others—forging genuine relationships that stand the test of time.Rob Wellner knows just how powerful being vulnerable can be.Rob Wellner leads Sales, Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, and Customer Success at Velocity Global. Rob is an entrepreneurial professional who brings over 20 years of executive sales and business development experience to Velocity Global. He has a proven track record of helping organizations reach their international strategic goals. Before joining Velocity Global, Rob worked in Capital Markets for 12 years. His experience gives him a unique take on the pitfalls that can sidetrack global deals and transactions. He is a frequent speaker on topics including employment, payroll, expatriates, and global M&A. He is a graduate of Colgate University, sits on the Board of Trustees for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, and is an Advisory Board member for Glialogix, a Bay Area biotech company.In this episode, Rob gets vulnerable by sharing key lessons from his life.Listen to this episode and learn about:Rob giving credit and thanks to his father, Bob (3:44)Stopping to thank yourself (6:45)Opening up and being vulnerable (11:18)Staying humble (15:32)Imposter syndrome (18:32)Slowing down to speed back up (21:54)The balance between productivity and rest (26:06)Sharing gratitude with others (31:55)LinksConnect with Rob on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertwellnerjr/Velocity Global - https://velocityglobal.com

It can be so easy to focus on what's wrong around you. Because humans are problem-oriented, our analytical minds are always looking to figure out what's wrong and how to fix it.But not everything around you needs to be fixed or even can be fixed. So the solution is to pause and reflect on the gratitude around you. There's an awful lot out to give credit and thanks to when you stop and consider it.Jason Jackman knows just how valuable slowing down and reflecting on the good things can be.Jason Jackman is the President and Chief Investment Officer for Johnson Investment Counsel. Previously, he was Director of Fixed Income and Institutional Management. Jason has been with the firm since 1993, joining soon after earning his bachelor's degree in economics from Wittenberg University. He is a shareholder of the firm, holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, and is a member of the Cincinnati Society of Financial Analysts. Jason serves as President of the Northern Kentucky University Foundation where he formerly served as the Investment Committee Chair. He is a member of the Cincinnati Regional Business Committee and is on the Board of Trustees for St. Elizabeth Healthcare. Jason also serves as Board Member and Treasurer for the Young Presidents Organization (YPO).In the past, Jason has served on the Board of Directors of the Cincinnati Ballet (2007-2009), the Board of Directors and as Treasurer for the St. Vincent DePaul Charitable Pharmacy (2004-2008), the Board of Directors and Treasurer of The Carnegie (1995-2007), the Executive Committee and Finance Chair for Vision 2015 (2006-2016), the Board of Trustees and as Treasurer of Central Clinic (1996-2002) and was a founding member and past president of Legacy (1999-2010). Jason served on the Board of Trustees for the UC Economics Center, the Board of Governors for The Metropolitan Club, as well as Leadership Cincinnati XXVII. Jason received the Business Courier's Forty Under 40 Award in 2006.In this episode, Jason reflects on his faith, family, and firm and the power that gratitude has.Listen to this episode and learn about:Jason giving credit and thanks to his wife (3:22)Having never met a mission you wouldn't need to serve (6:23)Hiring people for the long run (12:17)Defining and creating culture (13:51)How the pandemic allowed people to step up to the plate (15:13)Balancing productivity and rest (17:10)Communicating long-term goals to a client (21:20)Retaining clients during tough times (24:07)Showing gratitude to others (26:13)Jason's message to his wife (28:54)Links:Connect with Jason on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-jackman-cfa-93b5041/Johnson Investment Counsel - https://www.johnsoninv.com

It can be hard to say no to people and opportunities. But when saying yes means sacrificing your mental, physical, emotional well-being, it's better for you and for those you want to help to say no.We cannot give our all to others if we first don't give to ourselves. So we must first give to ourselves in order to show up fully for others.Adam Nugent knows the power of investing in himself and others.Adam is the founder of Foresight Wealth Management.Early in his career, Adam recognized that the financial industry as a whole was doing a poor job in helping people manage their money and finances. More importantly, they were doing a real disservice in ongoing communication, service, excessive fees, and overall customer experience. Adam founded Foresight on the principle that service can be done better and that people deserve a lot more than what most had been receiving and paying for.His effective leadership and innovative thinking, as well as the company's commitment to be driven by transparency and flexibility, has spurred Foresight to become one of the fastest growing investment management firms in Utah.Foresight's mission to provide the highest probability of financial success drives Adam to work tirelessly towards his clients' goals and plot a course to secure their futures.Adam loves working together with his clients to maintain and improve the standard of living they are accustomed to as well as preserving their estate for generations to come.When Adam is not managing Foresight, you can often find him in his own personal paradise at Lake Powell with family and friends. He also recharges by doing circuit training every morning, enjoying the great outdoors with his family, and coaching his boys' rugby teams. You will also see Adam supporting his alma mater, The University of Utah, at most football and basketball games. Go Utes! He loves to work hard and play hard and ultimately push each day to the max!In this episode, Adam dives deep into the true purpose of gratitude, getting through and learning from the tough times.Listen to this episode and learn about:Adam giving credit and thanks to his father (2:44)Developing a servant's mentality (6:23)Having gratitude for challenges and trials (8:03)Overcoming negative emotions (12:14)The value of meditation (16:19)Making time for self-care (17:28)The benefits of an abundance mindset (22:12)Gratitude cultivating humility (23:33)Healing ourselves internally (28:24)How the more you give, the more you get (32:41)Adam's message to his father (37:28)Links:Connect with Adam on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamnugent/Foresight Wealth Management - https://www.foresightwealth.comNugent Good News Magazine - https://www.nugentmagazine.com

At some point in our lives, most of us will be on a "true" team, a team where you cannot succeed without the other individuals on your team succeeding. Whether it's sports, a musical performance, an executive team, or a theatrical production, our ability to work with others is beyond critical.One of the tried and true ways to see success for your team is to have an outward-facing compass, where you care for those around you more than your own individual gain.Dave Welling knows how vital it is to have an outward-facing compass.Dave joined Mercer Advisors in 2017 as CEO. In his role as CEO, he is responsible for leading the business and helping Mercer achieve its dual purpose of providing outstanding service to its clients and being an employer of choice for financial advisory professionals. He brings over 25 years of experience in the wealth management industry including leading businesses through significant growth and evolution. In 2019, Dave was named the independent RIA CEO of the Year by wealthmanagement.com and is a founding CEO member of Colorado Inclusive Economy.Most recently, he was Managing Director and Co- General Manager of SS&C Advent, a leading provider of technology and operational support to advisors and investment managers. His past professional experiences include executive leadership roles as Black Diamond Performance Reporting and Charles Schwab as well as management consulting for Bain & Company. Dave graduated from Middlebury College with a degree in economics, physics and creative writing and he earned his MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business. Dave lives in Boulder, Colorado with his wife and two teenage children who enjoy hiking, skiing and exploring the beauty of Colorado together.In this episode, Dave genuinely shares about life and his success as a team leader.Listen to this episode and learn about:Dave giving credit and thanks to a former colleague, Melanie (4:26)Remaining loyal through turbulent times (11:53)Developing leadership capabilities (15:25)What it takes to have a successful acquisition (22:04)The importance of refreshing indifference (28:22)Not letting regret and fear rob us of today (33:19)Authentically connecting with others (38:36)Dave's message to his mom (43:56)Links:Connect with Dave on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidwelling/Mercer Advisors - https://www.merceradvisors.com

Be grateful for what you have, but be fearless for what you want. Life can be scary and uncertain, but instead of letting fear get in the way, we can use it to help us reach success. By cultivating gratitude and fearlessly pursuing your goals, you can design the life of your dreams.Rebecca Minkoff knows just how impactful being fearless can be.An industry leader in accessible luxury handbags, accessories, footwear and apparel, Rebecca Minkoff’s modern bohemian designs are inspired by strong, confident and powerful women who embody the effortless, free-spirited lifestyle.After developing an affinity for design while in the costume department in high school, Rebecca Minkoff moved to New York City at age 18 to pursue her dream of becoming a fashion designer.In 2001, Rebecca designed a version of the “I Love New York” t-shirt as part of a five-piece capsule collection, which appeared on The Tonight Show and became an overnight sensation.In 2005, Rebecca designed her first handbag, which she dubbed the “Morning After Bag,” a.k.a. the “M.A.B.” This iconic bag ignited Rebecca’s career as a handbag designer and inspired the brands expansion into a lifestyle brand in the years to come. Rebecca’s success was further accelerated by the support of her brother, the company’s CEO and co-founder, Uri Minkoff, who helped usher in and pioneer the company’s industry-leading innovations with technology and fashion.After four years of designing statement-making handbags and accessories with her trademark leathers, studs and hardware, Rebecca returned to her roots of apparel design and introduced her first ready-to-wear collection in 2009.Today, Rebecca Minkoff is a global brand with a wide range of apparel, handbags, footwear, jewelry, timepieces, eyewear, and fragrance.In this episode, Rebecca shares passionately about her new book, Fearless, and what it takes to become successful.Listen to this episode and learn about:Rebecca giving credit and thanks to her pre-K teacher (3:21)Learning tough life lessons (5:26)How to process resentment (8:03)Purpose over financial success (10:49)Pivoting and following a new pursuit (15:16)Maintaining a posture of otherness (17:33)Using gratitude to develop the psychological safety needed for innovation (19:49)Rebecca’s love language (22:02)Coming to terms with rock bottom (25:21)Creating a life by design (27:36)Why Rebecca wrote her book Fearless (30:51)Rebecca’s message to her pre-K teacher (34:36)Links:Fearless - https://www.amazon.com/Fearless-Unlocking-Creativity-Courage-Success-ebook/dp/B08NHWWNJ3Rebecca Minkoff - https://www.rebeccaminkoff.com

Genuine human connection can be hard to come by these days. Long hours spent working remotely or even in the office can make it hard to find the time or space to connect with others.But human connection is necessary to make a lasting impact on others. Empowering people and helping them navigate life's path requires human connection, a deeper understanding of the who and why of a person.Eric Kittner knows just how crucial human connection is to empower people and help them navigate life's path.As CEO and Chairman of the Board for Moneta, Eric Kittner ushers in the next generation of leadership. After just two years in the role, he has led the firm through their first expansion market launch and also their first RIA merger. During this time the firm has grown to $24 billion in Assets Under Management (AUM), and was ranked by Barron’s in the Top 5 in the nation among independent Registered Investment Advisors (RIA) for the last two years.Eric has also continued the firm’s commitment to growth of their employees, as well as the community. He has continued the culture of making employees’ well-being a priority, as evidenced by their continued streak of nominations as a Best Place to Work. He also asks employees to give back to their communities, initiating an employee Volunteer Time Off (VTO) policy of paid leave.In this episode, Eric shares key stories and insights from his life as a leader.Listen to this episode and learn about:Eric giving credit and thanks to his parents (3:21)Decision making as a parent (4:39)Evolving into your best self (8:32)Procrastination is not laziness or thoughtlessness (14:36)Allowing decisions to percolate (16:45)The ritual of sharing a meal as irreplaceable (24:56)Empowering people and helping them navigate their life's path (28:23)Having an internal podcast to elevate the voices of your team (31:33)Eric's message to his parents (36:08)Links:Connect with Eric on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erickittner/Moneta Group - https://monetagroup.com

Wisdom - we all want it, but so few of us reach it before our time ends.Wisdom comes from experiencing things around you. Being wise does not necessarily mean you're the most intelligent person in the room; it means you're the most curious, a lifelong learner.By being committed to learning and experiencing new things, you understand that there are no wrong turns, just lefts or rights with some potholes along the way. Because the more you learn, the more you realize how much you don't know.Brent Brodeski embodies what it means to be a lifelong learner.Brent is the Chief Executive Officer, Financial Advisor, and Member Owner of Savant Wealth Management. He has been involved in the financial services industry since 1988. Brent earned a bachelor of science degree in finance and economics and a master's degree in business administration with an emphasis in accounting from Northern Illinois University.Brent is a co-founder and past president of Zero Alpha Group (ZAG), an industry association. He is also a co-founder of the Alliance for RIAs (aRIA), a prestigious industry group that together manages nearly $50 billion. He was a long-term participant in Vistage (previously known as TEC) and The Strategic Coach. He is currently a member of the Young Presidents' Organization (YPO) and serves on the boards of the Northern Illinois University Foundation and the Rock Valley College Foundation.Brent was named by Chicago magazine as the #1 independent financial advisor for the Chicago area in 2009 and one of the nation's top professional advisors by J.K. Lasser. He represented Savant for the seventh year on Barron's list of the "Top 100 Independent Financial Advisors" in the country and in 2017 was ranked by Forbes as #40 on their top 250 wealth advisors list. From 1997 until the survey ended in 2008, Brent appeared on Robb Report Worth magazine's "The Nation's 100 Most Exclusive Wealth Advisors" list. In 2011, Brent was named the nation's 10th "Most Experienced Independent Financial Advisor" by Bloomberg Businessweek. Brent was named "one of the 17 people advisors should watch in 2017" by Financial Planning magazine. He is a regular columnist for Financial Planning magazine, is a frequent speaker at industry conferences and events, and is recurrently featured in local, industry, and national media, including the Wall Street Journal and Barron's.In this episode, Brent shares the wisdom he's gained as a lifelong learner.Listen to this episode and learn about:Brent giving credit and thanks to his co-founder of Savant, Tom (2:40)What being a life long learner means (6:55)Learning from nature (12:34)Leading through a crisis (16:18)Increasing social well-being (24:26)The importance of shared success (28:38)Investing in your community (35:15)Brent's message to Tom, his co-founder (42:38)Links:Connect with Brent on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brent-brodeski-b760651/Savant Wealth Management - https://savantwealth.com

In our economically driven world, businesses have problems, and people have pains, usually because of business problems.Selling and marketing are all about gaining an understanding of these problems and pains. Is the problem or pain something that your business can help with, or do you know someone who can assist somehow? Because at the end of the day, it all comes down to how we can be helpful.Nikole Rose knows the value of providing people and businesses with the help they deserve.Nikole is President & COO at Mojo Media Labs, a Digital Agency focusing on our clients revenue growth. Mojo Media Labs is a Diamond Agency Partner with HubSpot and has received multiple accolades such as Inc Best Workplaces, Inc Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America, and most recently Forbes 25 Small Giants of 2020.Prior to joining her husband, Mike Rose, CEO at Mojo Media Labs, Nikole ran a successful marketing firm which was sold in 2016.Nikole's passion is coaching those around her to build their own skill sets in order to enrich their lives and move the company forward. She's obsessed with building a great culture and has spearheaded the implementation of complex culture-building initiatives such as Open Book Management (OBM) and Results-Only Work Environment (ROWE).In this episode, Nikole shares with us fundamental business and life lessons.Listen to this episode and learn about:Nikole giving credit and thanks to her college professor, Dr. Weeks (3:49)The love of sales being the love of persuasion, understanding, and connection (8:27)Listening and learning from both sides (10:36)Using history to communicate (14:53)How Mojo reacted to the pandemic (17:40)Keeping the innovative and creative spirit alive (28:03)Staying small while growing large (32:24)Nikole's message to Dr. Weeks (37:48)Links:Connect with Nikole on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikolerose/Mojo Media Labs - https://www.mojomedialabs.com

Learning is not about the outcome, like getting a good grade on your final. Learning is about the journey, the feeling you get when something finally makes sense, the moments of connection you have when studying with friends, the thrill of teaching a concept to another person. Learning is not a perfect process, it's messy and challenging, but it's necessary to adapt to failure or adversity.Mattan Griffel is an expert on the importance of learning as a journey, not an outcome.In his new book, "Python for MBA's", Mattan instills the mental models needed not only to code, but to look at the world with an artist's eye and a craftsman's heart.Mattan is an award-winning faculty member at Columbia Business School, author of Python for MBAs, and two-time Y Combinator-backed entrepreneur. He is co-founder and COO of Ophelia, a company that helps people quit opioids without having to go to rehab. Mattan is also an Innovation Fellow at the Lang Center for Entrepreneurship and was selected as one of Forbes' 30 Under 30 in Education. Mattan advises companies on innovation and technology and has worked with companies like Goldman Sachs, Bloomberg, Condé Nast, American Express, NYSE, and JPMorgan. His work has been featured in The New York Times, Forbes, BusinessWeek, and the MIT Technology Review. Mattan studied Philosophy and Finance at New York University and wrote his thesis on the metaphysics of consciousness under David Chalmers and Ned Block.In this episode, Mattan and Chris dive philosophically deep into Python, life, and learning.Listen to this episode and learn about:Mattan giving credit and thanks to his middle school teacher (3:22)Teaching things you love (6:54)Developing critical thinking (11:01)Approaches to learning (17:57)Why coding is so essential (23:25)The technological revolution that is coming (27:18)Putting feelings first with code (29:41)Giving people the permission to fail (33:29)Python helping people have more integrity (35:14)What's next for Mattan (42:10)Links:Connect with Mattan on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattangriffel/Python for MBAs - https://www.amazon.com/Python-MBAs-Mattan-Griffel/dp/0231193939Ophelia - https://ophelia.com

We all have the opportunity to take what life throws us and make the most out of it by seeing obstacles as a stepping stone and a growth opportunity.To capitalize on this opportunity, we have to know deep down that que sera, sera, which means whatever will be, will be.Allie Felix has used the mantra, que sera, sera to fuel growth throughout her entire life.Allie is Embarc Collective’s VP of Platform, forging connections across startup founders, partner organizations, and investors between Tampa Bay and the broader tech ecosystem. Before boomeranging back to Tampa Bay, Allie led community for enterprise tech venture capital firm Work-Bench and DD bdusiness development for women's angel investing network 37 Angels in New York City. She CC started her career in marketing and partnerships for Tim Draper’s pre-accelerator program in San Francisco, Draper University. She is a graduate of Smith College and currently serves as a Venture Partner for Republic and Scout for bloom equity.In this episode, Allie teaches us valuable life lessons by digging deep into her past using gratitude.Listen to this episode and learn about:Allie giving credit and thanks to Brown University (2:42)Overcoming rejection (6:24)Developing the discipline to maintain a positive perspective (10:14)How impactful que sera, sera is (12:37)Managing the balance between success and struggle (19:27)Using gratitude to narrow the gap between a traumatic event and overcoming it (22:39)What's next for Allie (24:31)Allie's message to Brown University (26:27)Links:Connect with Allie on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alliefelix/Embarc Collective - https://www.embarccollective.com

Negativity seems to surround us constantly. Whether it's on social media, the news, or at work, everywhere we look there seems to be negativity, anger, or sadness. But we can choose whether we take on that negativity or not. Our attitude comes from how we look at life. We only get one life, so smile, stop and smell the roses, and enjoy every bit of it. Bring love to others through generosity. Because that's what our world needs the most right now, love and kindness. Reneé Bemis knows just how powerful some love and kindness can be. Reneé grew up in Palm Beach, Florida, playing golf, developing a drive that allowed her to compete with the very best golfers and go on to receive a full scholarship to play golf in college. That drive took her as an amateur to several professional tournaments and ultimately the US Open twice. Then, Reneé switched directions, translating her passion to something new: art. An accomplished sculptor, she has earned recognition and numerous awards throughout the United States. Utilizing the ancient lost wax method, her creations are initially created in clay, then cast in bronze. She is also the President of the Society of Animal Artists. Together with her husband, Brian, she simultaneously runs Driftless Glen Distillery, an award-winning craft distillery in Baraboo, WI. They are located at the edge of the Driftless Area, a unique topographical part of the state that was missed by the last glaciation 15,000 years ago and that now has rugged hills, deep river valleys, rich prairies, and abundant limestone. This local terroir offers not only prime conditions to grow grains, but also a natural sandstone aquifer, allowing Driftless Glen to source grain and water locally and produce their whiskey 100% grain-to-glass. In addition to their bourbon and rye, they have a full range of products that include brandy, vodka, and gin. Driftless Glen takes pride in their double-distillation process that includes a 10,000 pound, 44-ft tall column still along with their one-of-a-kind pot still. Most recently awarded two double gold medals by the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and rated by Whisky Advocate with a "90" for their Bourbon Whiskey, the company has been named "Wisconsin Distillery of the Year" by New York International Spirits Competition and shared as a "Top Ten US Spirits Brand You Must Try" by London Spirits Competition. From golf to art, and all the way to craft spirits, share Reneé's dream and "Taste the American Spirit." In this episode, Reneé passionately shares with us how to live a meaningful and fulfilling life. Listen to this episode and learn about:Reneé giving credit and thanks to her little brother (3:00)Acknowledging people on a consistent basis (4:48)Values derived from adversity (8:56)Eliminating entitlement (11:02)Teaching others to enhance your own learning (12:04)Paying it forward to younger generations (15:57)Overcoming challenges during the pandemic (18:54)How to help others (26:17)Becoming more positive (33:50) Links:Driftless Glen - https://driftlessglen.comSculptures by Reneé - https://reneebemis.com

Setbacks can seem like the end of the world. It can feel as if all your progress is gone, and you're not sure if it's work persevering. But when you face adversity in the difficult situations that come up in life, use it as an opportunity to do better for yourself and other people because most setbacks turn into the opportunity of a lifetime. David Haskins especially knows how powerful a setback can be in order to set up for a comeback. David is the Founder & CEO of Haskins & Company. He got his start in Law Firm Marketing a decade ago, helping David Aylor launch his practice. Since then, he has worked with over 100 law firms creating and implementing smart, aggressive growth strategies. Conferences and CLE's frequently ask him to share his wealth of knowledge and experience about law firm marketing. In this episode, David shares about how to preserve and pivot in the most unexpected of situations. Listen to this episode and learn about:David giving credit and thanks to his Grandfather, Solomon (3:13)How COVID completely changed priorities for the better (8:30)The value of taking yourself out of the equation (18:06)How impactful unexpected events can be (25:32)David's life advice to his twin daughters (31:24) Links:Connect with David on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/skinnysc/Haskins & Company - https://haskins.co

Networking - it's something we all have to do but most of the time don't want to do. Networking can often feel awkward, cold, and transactional. This is especially true with the advancement of social media platforms like Linkedin. But building relationships with others doesn't and shouldn't have to be this way. As social creatures, we crave genuine connection that leads to authentic relationships. But to build real and meaningful contacts, we need to go back to basics by tapping into our humanity and learning to be more intentional and authentic. Susan McPherson is an expert on the ins and outs of the lost art of connecting. This is where the transactional nature of networking ends, and the meaningful creation on relationships begins. Susan is a serial connector, angel investor, and corporate responsibility expert. She is the founder and CEO of McPherson Strategies, a communications consultancy focused on the intersection of brands and social impact, providing storytelling, partnership creation and visibility to corporations, NGOs and social enterprises. She is the author of The Lost Art of Connecting: The Gather, Ask, Do Method for Building Meaningful Relationships. Susan has 25+ years of experience in marketing, public relations, and sustainability communications, speaking regularly at industry events including Inspirefest/Dublin, BSR, Center for Corporate Citizenship's Annual Summit, DLD and Techonomy., and contributing to the Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and Forbes. She has appeared on NPR, CNN, USA Today, The New Yorker, New York Magazine and the Los Angeles Times. Currently, Susan invests in, and advises women-led technology start-ups, including iFundWomen, Inc., Messy.fm, Our Place, The Riveter, Park Place Payments, Hint Water, Apolitical, Arlo Skye, Giapenta and The Muse. She serves on the boards of USA for UNHCR, The 19th News, and the Lower Eastside Girls Club, and serves on the advisory board of both The List and Alltruists. Additionally, she is a member of the MIT Solve Women and Technology Leadership Group and serves as an adviser to several nonprofits, including Girls Who Code, Ocean Collective, She’s The First, and The OpEd Project. Susan is a Vital Voices global corporate ambassador and has received numerous accolades for her voice on social media platforms from Fortune Magazine, Fast Company and Elle Magazine. She resides in Brooklyn. In this episode, Susan dives deep into the concepts of her new book, The Lost Art of Connecting. Listen to this episode and learn about:Susan giving credit and thanks to her 5th grade teacher (3:02)How listening and question asking can set you apart (6:49)Serving others before yourself (12:22)Finding out what you have to offer (15:54)Solving the insecurity of being left out (18:39)The first step to gathering people (21:41)Bringing people together around a particular issue (22:57)The importance of connecting people (25:34)Employees having time off to volunteer (29:11)How meaningfully connecting with others leads to efficiency (31:27)The power of reconnecting with people (33:41)Susan's love language (37:23)Susan's message to her 5th grade teacher (39:57) Links:Connect with Susan on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanmcpherson/The Lost Art of Connecting - https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Art-Connecting-Meaningful-Relationships-ebook-dp-B08JZFYX46/dp/B08JZFYX46/ref=mt_other?_encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=1601645264Julian Treasure's TED Talk - https://www.ted.com/talks/julian_treasure_5_ways_to_listen_better

SEO for decades has been thought of as an increasingly complex element of marketing to grow your company. But in this groundbreaking book, by Eli Schwartz, we uncover the human and artistic side of growth. Eli's hypothesis is that good SEO is not derived by throwing money and content at a search engine algorithm, but it's created by taking the right intention and building a great product. Product-led SEO is driven by listening to the needs of the customers you serve and delivering solutions that drive growth. Eli is an SEO expert and consultant with more than a decade of experience working for leading B2B and B2C companies. Eli’s strategies have generated millions of dollars in revenue for some of the internet’s top websites. He has helped clients like Shutterstock, WordPress, Blue Nile, Quora, and Zendesk execute highly successful global SEO strategies. As head of SurveyMonkey’s SEO team, Eli oversaw the company’s global operations, helped launch the first Asia-Pacific office, and grew the company’s organic search from just 1 percent of revenue to a key driver of global revenue. Eli’s work has been featured by TechCrunch, Entrepreneur.com, and Y Combinator, and he has given talks at business schools and keynoted conferences around the world. In this episode, Eli thoughtfully shares with us insights and strategies from his book, Product-Led SEO. Listen to this episode and learn about:Eli giving credit and thanks to his wife, Shawna (3:58)Being collaborative over technical (7:10)SEO as a long-term life learning strategy (11:15)SEO for product teams not marketing teams (14:36)Examples of product-led SEO (17:32)AI as an impediment to product-led SEO (20:25)Consultants versus full-time employees (23:23)Investing in SEO strategy (28:10)The first step to learning SEO (33:12)Red ocean versus blue ocean SEO (36:37)How Eli is investing in others (40:45) Links:Connect with Eli on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/schwartze/Product-Led SEO - https://www.elischwartz.co/product-led-seo/

When was the last time you wrote a thank you letter? For most of us, the last time was as a child to thank friends or family members for gifts or other generous acts. But the long forgotten act of writing thank you notes is more powerful than a simple thank you. Letters of gratitude can spark upward spirals of positivity and connection, among other things. Gina Hamadey especially knows just how valuable writing thank you letters can be. Gina is the author of the forthcoming book, I Want to Thank You, about her year writing 365 thank you notes to friends, neighbors, family members, mentors, and more (much more!) She was the travel editor at Food & Wine and Rachael Ray Every Day and started her career at the groundbreaking titles O, the Oprah Magazine, and George. She founded the content and social strategy firm Penknife Media. She has written for The New York Times, Real Simple, and Women's Health, among other publications. In this episode, Gina thoughtfully shares with us key lessons around gratitude from her new book. Listen to this episode and learn about:Gina giving credit and thanks to her 5th grade teacher, Mary C. Hall (3:24)The role of mentorship in destiny (5:53)The synergistic nature of writing and gratitude (7:24)If gratitude is selfish (10:09)If a letter is always the best way to express your gratitude (17:13)Giving and expecting nothing in return (22:07)The importance of reliving the past (25:07)The strength of reactivating weak ties (34:31)Gina's message to her 5th grade teacher (42:00) Links:Connect with Gina on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gina-hamadey-5891894/Gina's Website - https://www.ginahamadey.com/I Want to Thank You - https://www.amazon.com/Want-Thank-You-Gratitude-Disconnected/dp/0593189620/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Have you ever heard the saying, "Communication is key"? What kind of communication are they talking about here? Communication is an essential skill that all humans need to be successful. But not all communication is created equal. Throughout the world, there are over 6,500 spoken languages. So, verbal communication may not get us very far, but visual communication, on the other hand, may be the key. Visual communication stems from visual thinking, which is when we use images to organize thoughts and create ideas. Through visual communication, we can communicate with a broader audience, bridging any language barriers. Todd Cherches uniquely knows how visual thinking is a superpower and key for communication. Todd is the CEO & Co-founder of BigBlueGumball, an innovative NYC-based consulting firm specializing in leadership development, management training, public speaking, and executive coaching. Creator of the patented VisuaLeadership® methodology, Todd is a TEDx speaker ("The Power of Visual Thinking"), as well as a three-time award-winning Adjunct Professor of leadership at NYU and Lecturer on leadership at Columbia University. He is also the author of VisuaLeadership: Leveraging the Power of Visual Thinking in Leadership and in Life. In this episode, Todd gets visual and tells us key stories and lessons from his book, VisuaLeadership. Listen to this episode and learn about:Todd giving credit and thanks to Mr. Patterson, his High School English teacher (2:31)Visual storytelling (6:10)Visuals overcoming language barriers and other divides (7:36)The power of stories and storytelling (12:58)Not studying the business mistakes of others but studying the life mistakes of others (15:29)Innovation as history repeating itself (18:48)Combating stress by simplifying (21:16)The No-vember challenge (23:46)Slowing down your thinking in order to speed up your progress (27:28)The day Todd thought he went extinct (30:53)Setbacks setting you up for the next leap forward (33:48)Being interested rather than interesting (36:48) Links:Connect with Todd on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddcherches/Todd's TED Talk - https://www.ted.com/talks/todd_cherches_the_power_of_visual_thinkingVisuaLeadership: Leveraging the Power of Visual Thinking in Leadership and in Life - https://www.toddcherches.com/bookTodd's Website - https://www.toddcherches.com

Not only in competition, but in life we're not going to win all the time. In this game of life, we can either be winning or be learning. In sports and business alike, losing is never about losing. It's about picking yourself back up and getting yourself back in the game. If you win, you're going to celebrate that win and then move on. But if you lose, you're learning from it. Rob DeSalvo knows the value of a win or a learning lesson on and off the field. Rob DeSalvo is the Chief Revenue Officer of Undertone and has been a member of the team since 2015. He is an advertising sales and marketing executive with 20+ years of experience covering major brands and agencies with campaigns in traditional, digital, experiential, and social media. In his current role, Rob leads our national sales team, client experience team & content solutions initiatives. Rob is also very involved in the advertising industry community serving on the Board of Directors at the Boston Chamber of Commerce, MITX & BIMA. And he is also GIVSLY Ambassador - an invite-only group of advertising professionals who value purpose and want to be a catalyst for change in the industry - highlighting their passions while growing professionally and personally going down a purpose-driven path. In this episode, Rob dives deep into the coaching lessons he's learned throughout his sports and business roles. Listen to this episode and learn about:Rob giving credit and thanks to a former coach (2:41)Appreciating tough communication styles (5:33)Short term gain vs. long term gain in coaching (7:38)Setting employees up for success, whether it's continuously with your company or somewhere else down the road (9:36)Helping employee's make the best decisions (13:00)The importance of people buying from people (15:26)The link between investing in your relationships and greater loyalty (17:17)Being on the frontlines of mental health and social well-being (19:38)Balancing remote work and office work (22:42)Coaching in the modern era (26:40)A message from Rob to his children (30:02) Links:Connect with Rob on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertdesalvo/

Life is not supposed to be easy. Life is filled with suffering, and the more you can embrace it and use it to fuel your growth, then the better, more fulfilling, meaningful life you will have. As humans, we were made to solve problems because we were made to be constantly growing. If we don't have a problem to solve, we try and create one. It is always through mistakes and the tough times that we have to dip deep and grow. So don't look to eradicate your problems; embrace them. Kerry Siggins especially knows how important it is to embrace the problems in our messy but meaningful lives. Kerry Siggins is the CEO of StoneAge, Inc., the global leader in the design and manufacturing of high-pressure waterblast cleaning tools and robotic equipment used in the industrial cleaning industry. StoneAge sells and supports its products throughout the world and is considered the be "best of class." Kerry joined StoneAge in January of 2007 as the Director of Operations, and at the age of 29, she was named CEO by the company's Board of Directors. She has since led the company in building a strong global presence resulting in double-digit growth year over year. She recently led the acquisition of Breadware, an Internet of Things (IoT) product development firm based in Reno, NV. Kerry was named one of Colorado's Top 25 Most Influential Young Professionals and was a finalist for Colorado's CEO of the Year in 2017. StoneAge is recognized as a Top 100 company to work for by Outside Magazine. Kerry sits on several other boards and is a member of YPO, where she is on the executive committee of the Doing Business Globally Network. She is a dynamic, sought-after speaker who has presented at universities, seminars, and conferences worldwide. Kerry hosts two podcasts, Industrial Theory and Reflect Forward, which can be listened to on all podcast platforms. She is an author and blogger; her articles are published in various magazines, and her blog is visited by tens of thousands of readers each month. In this episode, Kerry thoughtfully shares with us how failure shaped her life and her career. Listen to this episode and learn about:Kerry giving credit and thanks to everybody that she has had to part ways with as a leader (2:55)The hardest part of admitting your mistakes (4:41)Developing a humble mindset (6:30)Curiosity as a tool for acknowledging others (9:12)Vulnerability's paradoxical nature as a weakness and a strength (11:05)It pays to be positive (13:12)The upside to your dark side (15:07)Incorporating thinking into a busy, doing lifestyle (16:54)How Kerry's podcast, Reflect Forward, got started (22:15)Committing to well-being and coming into the present (25:26)Paying gratitude forward instead of paying it back (27:15)Broadening what you think is possible to achieve (30:18)Kerry's message to everybody that she has parted ways with as a leader (35:32) Links:Connect with Kerry on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerry-sigginsKerry's Website - www.kerrysigggins.comKerry's Social Media - all platforms @kerrysiggins

Self-awareness is key to growth. If we don’t practice it, we are not able to help others around us as much as we could.Robert Glazer is the founder and CEO of Acceleration Partners and has become a recognized global leader in the affiliate and partner marketing industry, receiving numerous industry and company culture awards.Roughly 7 years ago at a leadership event, Robert, eventually came to a realization that one of his core values is “figure out a better way to do things and to share it.” This has been a guiding principle for Bob since. Robert has gone on to write 4 books including Elevate and Friday Forward, which is based off of his critically acclaimed newsletter that we love.Through this work, Robert has committed to helping others find and understand their core values as well. He has recently created a “Discovering and Developing Core Values” course to identify, articulate and apply core values in your life and career. In this episode, Robert talks about values, gratitude, and elevating people's performance and well-being.Listen to this episode to learn about:- Robert giving credit and thanks to Arun Gupta, who was his first real mentor (3:00)- How a leadership event roughly 7 years ago had a big impact on Robert (5:30)- The difference between pro-social gratitude and self-care (16:00)- How empathy is different than sympathy (20:00)- How the pandemic enabled more people to be givers in whatever way they could do so (34:30)Links:- Subscribe to Robert's Friday Forward email newsletter: https://www.robertglazer.com/fridayfwd/- Connect with Robert on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glazer/- Enroll in Robert's Values course and use the coupon code MARCH49 until March 26 to take the course for (discounted) $49 https://robertglazer.thinkific.com/courses/core-values

Entrepreneur's are surrounded by shiny objects. New and exciting opportunities are around every corner. But not every shiny object puts us on the path to our ultimate goal.Understanding your goals and if a new opportunity aligns with them in a timely manner is how you avoid distractions and setbacks.Bree Jacoby knows just how crucial it is to figure out if an opportunity will ultimately increase growth and efficiency. Bree is the Founder and CEO of the hottest growing Personal Shopping services called BREE JACOBY, Home of Style, which currently operates in Los Angeles with members expanding across the country. She is also the host of Undressed by Bree Jacoby, a podcast about the life-style of entrepreneurs, socialites, and business moguls who have built or sold multimillion to billion-dollar businesses. Bree's styling company sold $1,000,000+ in its first year and is currently on track for 200% growth with a team of personal shoppers. Bree has built a book of high net-worth clients with their popular subscription-based membership model with stellar results of transforming people's wardrobes. She now has a stylist team and is continuing to build up stylists to deliver exceptional experiences to the company's members. The BREE JACOBY technology app will be coming out in 2021 for the Clueless closet of personalized tools for members only.In this episode, Bree passionately shares with us major lessons in business and life.Listen to this episode and learn about:- Bree giving credit and thanks to an ex-business partner (4:09)- Learning through hard times (7:04)- How to focus on the right things (11:05)- Feeling good in the midst of a pandemic (12:23)- Pivoting to a ongoing, subscription-based service (20:21)- Bree's message to her ex-business partner (30:30)Links:- Connect with Bree on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bree-jacoby-a2173a24- BREE JACOBY - https://www.breejacoby.com- Undressed with Bree Jacoby - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/undressed-with-bree-jacoby/id1542853283

How often do you try to fail? If the answer is not often, you're too comfortable in the things you're directing your energy towards. If you're not failing, you're not trying hard enough, you're not trying anything new or risky. If you're not failing, you're not truly learning. Elisabeth Cardiello knows just how powerful failure can be. If you've seen the Netflix documentary, "Coffee For All," you may already know Elisabeth Cardiello. This Brooklyn-native had her first business cards at six and first product on shelves at 13. After college, business school and four years on Wall Street, she dealt with loss, found her passion and started a coffee company called Caffè Unimatic. After a decade of deconstructing why conversations over coffee are more genuine and less stress inducing than the conversations we have in boardrooms, she created a framework to reinvent the way organizations communicate. BRAVE Conversations Over Coffee is rooted in the tenets of neuroscience, positive psychology and hostage negotiation and gives organizations a way to address sensitive topics such as inclusion, burnout and mental health in order to build trust and unlock greater productivity.In addition to working with leaders at high stress companies like Facebook, Dalberg, Sumitomo Mitsui Bank and the NYPD, Elisabeth is an instructor for Simon Sinek's InspireU, two time TEDx speaker, spoken at UN Conferences, given Congressional briefings and has been featured by Forbes, NBC and Goop, among others. She also created a methodology that builds confidence in the young women and has traveled around the country speaking in Entrepreneurship Departments and Women in Business organizations. Her family is still wondering where that shy 9 year old went...Elisabeth’s mission is to build a world where coffee is the catalyst that inspires deeper listening, safer spaces and hence, greater access to our own creativity, connection and fulfillment.In this episode, Elisabeth thoughtfully shares with us how failure shaped her life and her career.Listen to this episode and learn about:- How Chris and Elisabeth are related (0:51)- Elisabeth giving credit and thanks to her childhood babysitter, Miss D. (4:13)- When Elisabeth's mentoring journey started (7:55)- How the ritual of asking how you failed today started in Elisabeth's family (10:51)- Developing confidence through curiosity (14:17)- Being humble while also being confident (17:50)- How no-one is self-made (20:23)- Breaking the gender barrier in leadership (24:38)- The importance of getting away from materialism and individualism (28:21)- How to help those around you (32:41)- Elisabeth's new chapter in life (39:55)- Elisabeth's message to Miss D. (49:12)- Insightful closing words (51:42)Links:- Connect with Elisabeth on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/elisabethcardiello/- Brave Conversations Over Coffee - https://www.braveconversationsovercoffee.com/- Caffeé Unimatic - https://www.caffeunimatic.com- Legacy Out Loud - https://www.legacyoutloud.com- Elisabeth's Ted Talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPzhFB6ZzNk&feature=emb_title

We live in a society that values independence and self-sufficiency. We're told that we need to run the race ourselves, that we need be the sole person climbing the ladder to success.But the reality is that we don't need independence we need interdependence. To become the best versions of ourselves on our journey through life, we need to surround ourselves with individuals that are going to support us.Molly Hildebrandt knows just how important others are when we're becoming the best versions of ourselves.Molly is the head of Leadership Development for a global software company, where she designs, develops, and implements tailored leadership and professional development programs for the organization’s leadership team. She also runs her own consulting leadership development firm.In this episode, Molly graciously shares with us her wisdom on professional and personal growth.Listen to this episode and learn about:- Molly giving credit and thanks to her mentor, Laura (1:39)- How to process limiting beliefs that are holding you back from a high self-esteem (4:18)- Using empathetic awareness to take action that furthers your life (9:17)- Developing wisdom instead of understanding (13:29)- How gratitude helps speed up the cycle needed to get to generatively (21:11)- How it's not too late to learn (24:28)- Story telling as the greatest form of listening (27:00)- Developing a culture of otherness (33:39)- How to make a leader that's not a boss (37:55)- Molly's message to her mentor, Laura (39:43)- Closing words on happiness (40:41)Links:- Connect with Molly on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/hildebrandtmolly/- Find out more about Molly on her website - https://www.mollyhildebrandt.com/

Empathy, curiosity, emotional intelligence, and asking good questions are just a few of the skills that allow us to step into the feelings and perspectives of others who walk, talk, or act differently from us. By understanding where people are coming from, we can improve not only our life but the lives of those around us. Tony Lo Bianco's commitment to curiosity is his secret for getting ahead in life. Tony is a Brooklyn-born New Yorker who has appeared in over 100 films, television programs, and stage performances, both on-screen and off as a writer, director, and producer. On stage, he won an Obie Award for Best Actor in Jonathan Reynold’s Yanks-3, Detroit-0, Top of the 7th. Following his memorable performance as Eddie Carbone in Arthur Miller’s A View from the Bridge on Broadway, he was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Actor, and won the Outer Critics Circle Award. He also received an Emmy Award for Hizzoner! The Life of Fiorello La Guardia. Tony won 2 Emmys for his work on the video honoring veterans: Just A Common Soldier, which received over 36 million views.In this episode, Tony passionately shares with us some stories and insights from his life on and off stage.Listen to this episode and learn about:- Tony giving credit and thanks to his Mother, Sally (2:26)- Learning from the wisdom around you (10:07)- How the course of Tony's life changed (14:17)- Curiosity and empathy as the gifts that keep on giving (21:24)- Dedication to a craft and passion as one in the same (29:35)- A story about resiliency and imagination (36:05)- Tony's message to his Mother (45:09)Links:- Connect with Tony on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-lo-bianco-854b5636- Tony's Website - http://www.tonylobianco.com

As a species, we have achieved unimaginable feats over the past millennia. These great achievements have been reached largely due to our never-ending curiosity. Our drive to know, discover, understand, and explore has lead to wondrous creations. But the roots of our limitless curiosity arise from question asking. Cal Fussman's entire life has been guided by the power of asking good questions. Born in Brooklyn, Cal spent ten straight years traveling the world, swimming over18-foot tiger sharks, rolling around with mountain gorillas in Rwanda, and searching forgold in the Amazon. He boxed against then-undefeated world champion Julio CesarChavez, won a James Beard award and served as sommelier atop of the World TradeCenter.For over four decades, Cal has interviewed hundreds of the world’s mostinfluential individuals: Muhammad Ali, Jack Welch, Mikhail Gorbachev, Serena Williams,Jeff Bezos, Jimmy Carter, Kobe Bryant, Richard Branson, and the list goes on.Now, as a New York Times bestselling author, keynote speaker, world-renownedinterviewer, and host of the Big Questions podcast, Cal travels the world teachingthe world’s largest companies, universities, and associations about leadership,storytelling, innovation, teamwork, and more. When Cal speaks, you’re listening toeveryone he’s ever interviewed. Lessons and stories from hundreds of world icons, allcoming through one man in a fedora.In this episode, Cal gratefully shares with us the stories that have prepared him for his next chapter in life, healthcare.Listen to this episode and learn about:- How Cal and Chris met (3:02)- Curiosity as a tool to turn a bad moment into a positive one (5:35)- The importance of closing your eyes, listening, and seeing where life takes you (14:28)- How the novice, not the expert, makes change occur (20:06)- Everything you do is practice and preparation for what's coming (24:43)- Fixing healthcare through communication (28:04)- Vulnerability as the key to story telling (34:13)- The work of Phil the Pharmacist (38:04)- Cal's JFK story (51:47)- Climbing up the rope (1:01)- Cal's message to his dad (1:03)Links:- Connect with Cal on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/calfussman/- Cal's Website - https://www.calfussman.com- Cal's Podcast - https://www.calfussman.com/podcast

Some of our core values here at 7:47 are honesty, empathy, and of course, gratitude. In this episode, Chris is hitting on all of these core values by opening up about some recent losses in the stock market. Listen to learn about the eight things Chris discovered by losing money in the stock market. Also, listen to find out how he transformed his misfortunes into gratitude.Links:- 7:47 - https://www.747club.org- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/schembra/

It's the little things in life that ultimately lead to the big results. The same notion is true for sports and business alike. In baseball, the small balls, the singles, the bunts, these little things, they add up to home runs. Joel Goldberg knows firsthand how strategic, little things lead to big results.Joel has been the pre-game and post-game host and in-game reporter for the Kansas City Royals since 2008, including the wonderful 2015 MLB championship. He is also the host of the podcast, Rounding The Bases and the author of the best-selling book, Small Ball Big Results.In this episode, Joel shares with us his lessons from business, life and the baseball field.Listen to this episode and learn about:- Joel giving credit and thanks to his wife, Susan (2:27)- What sparked the motivation to write Small Ball Big Results (7:50)- How to build strong, trust-based relationships (13:16)- The importance of humility (22:52)- Turning curve balls into home runs through gratitude (29:52)- What Joel wants readers to do with his book (34:22)- Joel's message to his wife (37:40)Links:- Connect with Joel on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelgoldbergkc/- Small Ball Big Results - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08PRW7FB8/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1- Joel's Website - https://joelgoldbergmedia.com/

Never before in human history have we had access to so much information. With the advancement of technology, we are now constantly surrounded by media, news, and advertisements. If you're looking to create success in business or personally, being able to stand out among all the noise is a challenge in this modern age. Michael Schein has the solution to attract attention, it's hype. Michael is a writer, speaker, business owner, and hype artist. He is the author of The Hype Handbook: 12 Indispensable Success Secrets From the World’s Greatest Propagandists, Self-Promoters, Cult Leaders, Mischief Makers, and Boundary Breakers. He is also the Founder and President of the marketing agency MicroFame Media.In this episode, Michael passionately shares with us key lessons and stories from his new book, The Hype Handbook.Listen to this episode and learn about:- Michael giving credit and thanks to his English and Drama teacher, Sandy Lewis (3:00)- How Michael found hype (5:20)- Creating a big splash internationally by making war, not love (11:19)- Transcendence as an effective, enriching, powerful force (17:41)- The need for pain to experience pleasure (19:06)- Gratitude in tough times (22:47)- Playing with ego, appreciation, and recognition (31:06)Links:- Connect with Michael on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelfrancisschein/- The Hype Handbook - https://michaelfschein.com/the-hype-handbook/- MicroFame Media - http://microfamemedia.com

At some point throughout our lives, we all aspire to be a leader. Whether it's being a line-leader at school, a leader of a sports team, or a business leader, leadership is something we all crave. However, being a leader is only one part of the picture. If you truly want to have an impact on this world, you need to learn how to be a great coach.Lynn Guerin knows very well that all great coaches are good leaders, but not all good leaders are great coaches. Lynn serves as the CEO of the John R. Wooden Course LLC and is the President and “Head Coach” of his family-owned coaching, training, and performance development firm, Guerin Marketing Services. For the past 20 years, he has had the unique privilege of partnering with legendary UCLA basketball coach John Wooden and the Wooden family. His mission is “to make a powerful impact on the businesses we serve and the lives we touch; to help our clients and our team become the best they are capable of becoming in the marketplace and in life".In this episode, Lynn graciously shares with us his insight and expertise on coaching.Listen to this episode and learn about:- Lynn giving credit and thanks to his wife, Tracy (2:40)- How Lynn met coach Wooden (6:47)- The role of humility and gratitude in coaching the John Wooden way (16:08)- Leadership as a subset of coaching (19:41)- Don't retire, re-fire! (24:18)- The importance of self-reflection (27:29)- How to create connection amongst division (33:13)- Being more interested in the success of others than your own success (39:59)- Lynn's message to his wife (43:18)Links:- Connect with Lynn on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynn-guerin-949b2210/- Coach 'Em Way Up - https://coachemwayup.com/- The John R. Wooden Course - https://www.woodencourse.com/

Each and every one of us has the ability to make the world a better place. And one of the most fulfilling ways to do that is by helping others.Katie Hunt-Morr is no stranger to the impact that helping others can have on the world.Katie is the co-founder and director of Jiamini, a nonprofit that empowers brilliant students in need to build a bright future for themselves, lead their communities, and break the cycle of poverty. She is also the Head of Virgin Unite Constellation, growing a thriving business within the Virgin corporate and Branson family foundation, connecting the resources of Virgin Unite's community of high-net-worth philanthropists, heads of industry, influencers and nonprofit partners to solve large scale social and environmental issues.In this episode, Katie thoughtfully shares with us her knowledge and passion for empowering students through education. Listen to this episode and learn about:- Katie giving credit and thanks to her Grandmother (2:57)- Being a trailblazer (5:46)- The art of compliments (7:54)- How to get people invested in a cause (11:22)- The origin story of Jiamini (15:02)- Connection as the key for caring for a cause (20:34)- Katie's message to her Grandmother (33:05)Links:- Jiamini's website - https://jiamini.org- Connect with Katie on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-hunt-morr

People will go through more pain than necessary because they're trying to shoulder everything themselves. They're not willing to share it with others and they're not willing to reach for that help. Take a moment right now and ask yourself how much pain do you want to endure before you actually let people see you - the real you?Steve Napolitan endured immense amounts of pain by traveling down the hardest road to success. It wasn't until he was 31 years old with a metaphorically broken car on a deteriorating road that he realized there are many roads to get where he wants to go. Steve is an executive coach and award-winning content producer. He has publicly served over 35,000 professionals, business owners, and entrepreneurs on their businesses and taught them how to increase marketing/sales, while systemizing business to minimize their effort and maximize their revenue. Steve helps his clients have the lifestyles they deserve.In this episode, Steve gratefully shares with us how to find the best road to help us slow down enough to enjoy the drive. Listen to this episode and learn about:- Steve giving credit and thanks to his father (3:33)- Communicating gratitude (6:49)- The importance of reflection and connection (8:30)- If sacrifice is necessary for success (15:48)- The relationship between gratitude and freedom (22:41)- Knowing if you're ready for change (27:05)- How to practice what you preach (32:03)- What Steve is doing less of in 2021 (38:13)- Steve's message to his father (39:17)Links:- Connect with Steve on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevennapolitan/- Steve's Website - https://stevenapolitan.com

Struggling and suffering are two common experiences that all humans face throughout their life's. But how we decide to overcome those difficulties determines who we will ultimately become. Gary Player is certainly no stranger to life's challenges. But he preserved with faith and education to overcome the challenging moments in his life. Gary is the most successful international golfer of all time. He has won nine major championships on the regular tour and nine major championships on the Champions Tour. And he is the only man in history to win the grand slam on both the PGA and the senior tour with over 165 international victories. In this episode, Gary passionately shares with us the knowledge and lessons he has learned throughout his life.Listen to this episode and learn about:- Gary giving credit and thanks to God (3:28)- Overcoming life's difficulties (4:54)- What Gary is fighting for on a daily basis (8:05)- Loneliness as the great detriment of life (14:00)- How to find joy when traveling (16:38)- Aspiring for meaning (18:29)- How Gary wants to be remembered (19:14)Links:- Gary's Foundation - https://garyplayer.com/the-player-foundation/- Connect with Gary on Twitter - https://twitter.com/garyplayer?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author

Happy New Year, 7:47 Community! We're kicking this year off with a Gratitude Ramble. In December of 2020, myself, Chris Schembra, the Founder and Chief Question Asker of 7:47, and Madeline Haslam, 7:47's Research Coordinator, experimented with doing hour-long, unscripted LinkedIn and Facebook Live's where we just ramble about gratitude. The first two Gratitude Ramblings were viewed by 2,144 of y'all so we decided to keep them going in the New Year!One of our goals here at 7:47 is to provide you with the most cutting edge information and most up-to-date research on gratitude. So that's what these Gratitude Ramblings will serve as.This audio was taken from our 3rd Gratitude Ramblings, which was live on January 6th, 2021. Listen to find out more about the transformational power of gratitude!Links:- 7:47 - https://www.747club.org- A Common Gratitude Mistake - https://www.747club.org/blog/common-gratitude-mistake- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/schembra/

In life, there will always be people who doubt our visions. But whether we let that doubt creep in and affect us or not is ultimately our decision.Jeff Winters made the decision to never let doubt in. When Jeff has a vision, he pursues it 100% leaving doubt in the dust.Jeff is the Founder and CEO of Sapper Consulting. Sapper helps growing B2B companies secure high-quality sales meetings that lead to more closed deals. Their mission is to inspire innovation, celebrate growth, and clear a path to success for all who interact with Sapper.In this episode, Jeff kindly shares with us about his vision and values for Sapper Consulting.Listen to this episode and learn about:- Jeff giving credit and thanks to Sapper's first employee (2:45)- How to stay motivated with your long-term vision (5:16)- Hiring based on values (8:54)- The origin story of Sapper Consulting (14:30)- What the future looks like for Sapper (19:15)- Jeff's impactful legacy (22:02)- Jeff's message to the first Sapper employee (24:50)Links:- Connect with Jeff on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreyscottwinters/- Sapper Consulting - https://www.sapperconsulting.com/

We live in a culture that rewards busyness. Having no work/life balance is applauded, and being overworked is the norm. But this toxic culture surrounding work is detrimental to us and our relationships. Aliza Kline knows this all too well and has the solution, Shabbat. Shabbat creates the space to pause, rewarding relaxation, rest, rejuvenation, connection, and joy. Aliza is the President and CEO of OneTable. OneTable's mission is to make Shabbat dinner accessible to tens of thousands of people who otherwise would be absent from the Jewish community. They provide resources, tools, and rituals that are not only attainable but sustainable. In the last six years since their founding, they've empowered their community to produce over 45,000 dinners.In this episode, Aliza graciously shares with us about her passions and life's work. Listen to this episode and learn about:- Aliza giving credit and thanks to her history teacher and soccer coach in high school, Kara Buckley (2:51)- How Aliza continues to stand up and speak out (5:29)- The importance of Shabbat for pausing and connecting (8:04)- How community helps us create a ritual of rest (12:51)- Having a solo Shabbat practice (15:45)- Breaking societal norms in order to create future growth (19:00)- How creative and innovative you can be with Shabbat (24:10)- What's next for OneTable (28:35)- Aliza's message to Kara (33:01)Links:- Connect with Aliza on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliza-kline-47b70a7/- OneTable - https://onetable.org

Listen to this episode and learn about:- How you can cultivate gratitude in the hard times so that you come out of them better than ever!Links:- 6 Ways to Cultivate Gratitude Through Hard Times Article - https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/359404- 7:47 - https://www.747club.org- Steven Kotler - https://www.stevenkotler.com

Tragedies are something we all experience throughout the course of our lives. When a tragedy occurs, we have the choice to either count our blessings or count our pitfalls. Life is a matter of perspective, so when we count our blessings and find gratitude in a tragedy that is when we find our inner peace.Susan Ganeshan is the epitome of living a life full of gratitude.Susan is the Chief Marketing Officer of Granicus. Granicus is the leading provider of citizen engagement, technologies, and services for the public sector, helping governments come closer to the people they serve. They have the first and only civic engagement platform, which serves over 4,500 government organizations connecting more than 220 million people.In this episode, Susan shares genuinely with us about her life, her legacy, and her gratitude practice. Listen to this episode and learn about:- Susan giving credit and thanks to her brother, Dean (2:53)- Confidently taking on difficult challenges (7:57)- The power of gratitude journaling (15:21)- What's next for Susan (22:53)- The legacy that Susan is forging (28:14)- Susan's loving message to her Mother (32:29)- Closing remarks of gratitude from Susan (35:44)Links:- Connect with Susan on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-ganeshan-088129/- Granicus - https://granicus.com

The first step to building anything is to simply start. Whether you're building a business, a house, or a gratitude practice, the only way it will grow is if you make the effort to begin each day.Casey Clark is an architect that helps entrepreneurs start living their life's passion.Casey is the co-founder and CEO of Cultivate Advisors, an advisory firm that helps take small businesses to the next level. Casey and his team have helped thousands of owners reach their growth objectives through core business skill development and scalable systemization. Casey’s mission with the company is to simply help business owners achieve their dreams and take back control.In this episode, Casey graciously shares with us how he scales businesses by building leaders.Listen to this episode and learn about:- Casey giving credit and thanks to both his Grandfather and Jim Sober (2:25)- When Casey's mindset shifted to being focused on impact (7:03)- Pursuing an entrepreneurial life of passion (9:30)- How Casey overcame and grew from difficult life moments (12:03)- How entrepreneurs know when they're ready to scale (17:51)- What's next for Casey (20:30)- The importance of community and relationships for Cultivate (21:55)- How to maintain mental and emotional well-being when working remote (23:11)- What's next for Cultivate Advisors (26:06)- Casey's message to Jim Sober (29:11)Links:- Connect with Casey on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/caseytheentrepreneur/- Cultivate Advisors - https://cultivateadvisors.com/

One of the benefits of gratitude is that it shifts our focus from ourselves to those around us; it makes us humble. Humility paves the ground for servant leadership, which is all about recognizing you're not a self-made person.Brent McCarty is the definition of a true servant leader.Brent is the President of ESET North America. ESET is the pioneer of antivirus protection, with the global vision of enabling its users to enjoy the full potential of themselves and their technology in a secure digital world.Brent was kind enough to share with us his humble beginnings that became the roots of his leadership journey.Listen to this episode and learn about:- Brent giving credit and thanks to his dad, Bill, for being an exemplary role model (2:38)- How Brent's childhood impacted his leadership style (6:02)- What to do to let your employee's voices be heard (8:44)- Developing a bottom-up leadership style (10:42)- How to create a culture of innovation without sacrificing the quality of work (13:40)- Being a leader in 2020 (16:23)- How to communicate with leaders in uncertain times (21:14)- Where Brent and his team are going next (23:57)- Brent's message to his dad (29:12)Links:- Connect with Brent on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brentmccarty/- ESET - https://www.eset.com/us/

Exclusion hurts, but we all encounter it in our professional and personal lives. Everyone seeks to belong to something greater than themselves, but how do we find this belonging in our exclusion-filled, chaotic world?Erik Day is the advocate we all need to overcome exclusion.Erik is the Senior Vice President, Small Business at Dell Technologies, and the Global Executive Chair of the PRIDE Employee Resource Group at Dell Technologies. He is also the Board of Directors for Out and Equal Workplace Advocates.When his dream to become a minister in the Methodist church was taken away, Erik searched for a new platform to make a meaningful difference. He ultimately found Corporate America to be his stage to give a voice to the voiceless.Erik was gracious enough to share with us his story and his journey through leadership and advocacy.Listen to this episode and learn about:- Erik giving credit and thanks to both his husband, Craig, and corporate America (3:23)- How corporate America saved Erik's life (9:08)- The importance of inclusion initiatives for growth and development (13:05)- Dealing with remote work as a leader (18:35)- Communicating the value of human connection (21:55)- Erik's message to corporate America (26:22)Links:- Connect with Erik on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-day-a14a0632/- Dell Technologies - https://www.delltechnologies.com/en-us/index.htm

There's a well-known quote that says, "Nothing great comes without risk". Our guest today knows this all too well.Christopher Gaeta has been pursuing his interests and turning them into his life's greatest passions since the age of 12.Christopher is a venture capital associate specializing in healthcare investments for VU Venture Partners. A contributor to CNBC, U.S. News & World Report, and Yahoo Finance, Gaeta has amassed one of the largest LinkedIn networks in the country for his age. Captain of the Men's Golf team at Swarthmore College, Gaeta, is also the first student at Swarthmore to be concurrently pursuing a master's degree at the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine while still an undergraduate. He is a Stanford University Innovation Fellow and an alumnus of The Taft School in Watertown, Connecticut.Christopher was gracious enough to take some time to share with us his successes and lessons from life so far.Listen to this episode and learn about:- Christopher giving credit and thanks to his brother, Matthew, for being an outstanding role model (3:38)- How Christopher developed a tolerance to risk at a young age (7:20)- Christopher's early goals in life (9:30)- Managing risk as an entrepreneur (11:33)- Tolerance and analytical skills when investing in stocks (14:16)- The link between golf and investing (17:17)- Where Christopher learned the act of teamwork and leadership (21:38)- The secret of balancing it all (26:38)- Christopher's self gratitude (30:33)Links:- Connect with Christopher on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christophergaeta/- Gaeta Sports Management - https://gaetasportsmgt.com/

It can be hard to figure out what your dream is in life, and even harder to find the right path to take to achieve that dream.Chris McIntyre is the American Dream Maker. Chris's destiny is to help people experience their life's wildest dreams. Chris is the Co-Founder and Chief Experience Officer of EagleRider. EagleRider is the world's largest motorcycle rental, tour, and membership company, carrying the largest selection of new Harley-Davidson, Yamaha, BMW, Honda, Indian, and more for rent and touring. EagleRider operates from over 200 worldwide locations, leads over 100 guided and self-drive motorcycle tours including Route 66 and the Wild West, and convenient one-way motorcycle rentals, luggage storage, free parking, free use of DOT-approved helmets, excellent Club EagleRider membership benefits, and more.In this episode, Chris McIntyre dives deep and shares with us his passions and joys in life.Listen to this episode and learn about:- Chris giving credit and thanks to his wife, June, for always keeping him on track (2:18)- How June, Chris McIntyre's wife, keeps him on a steady course in life (6:56)- How to accept, as a dreamer, that other people don't have the same dreams as you (10:17)- The difference between luck and gratitude (13:23)- What EagleRider is all about (15:54)- Following our dreams leads to life's greatest gifts (21:03)- The next journey for Chris (24:42)- Chris's bike of choice for a ride from Anchorage to Seattle (34:00)- A story about destiny (36:15)- Chris's message to June (43:37)Links:- Connect with Chris on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-mcintyre-31677b3/- EagleRider - https://www.eaglerider.com/

The ebb and flow of life is something we all are subjected to. Like the tides of the ocean or the phases of the moon, things in life naturally come and go.Lynne Capozzi is no stranger to life's ebb and flow.Lynne is the Chief Marketing Officer at Acquia and one of their boomerang stories, first serving as Acquia CMO in 2009. Lynne left Acquia in 2011 to pursue her nonprofit work full-time. She returned to Acquia in late 2016 to lead the marketing organization into its next stage of growth. Apart from work, Lynne is on the board of directors at the Boston Children’s Hospital Trust and runs a nonprofit through the hospital.Lynne was generous enough to share with us her boomerang story and her passion for community. Listen to this episode and learn about:- Lynne giving credit and thanks to her two life long best friends (3:00)- Lynne's experience being a "boomerang" at Acquia (5:32)- How Lynne got involved in the nonprofit sector (7:14)- How to balance a job with nonprofit work (11:50)- Giving the way you want to give (13:46)- Acting like a storyteller not a salesperson (16:46)- How to protect ourselves from going back to the pre-COVID times (18:25)- What's on the horizon for Lynne (19:40)- The importance of open and honest communication (21:28)- Gratitude and it's power over fear and negativity (24:39)Links:- Connect with Lynne on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnecapozzi/- Boston Children's Hospital - https://www.childrenshospital.org/- Acquia - https://www.acquia.com/

We all have ideas that make up our life's dream. But turning those aspirations into reality is the tricky part.John Miller is a master of making dreams come to life.John is CEO of Cali Group, a holding company focused on using new technologies to transform the restaurant and retail industries. Cali Group owns a global QSR restaurant chain, CaliBurger, and has major equity positions in Dive afDiliated technology companies (Super League Gaming, FunWall, Miso Robotics, PopID, and Kitchen United). Prior to founding Cali Group in 2011, John was an early employee at Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals (NADAQ: ARWR). John is currently servingas CEO at PopID.John gratefully shared with us about his family and work life and how he put his vision into existence.Listen to this episode and learn about:- John giving credit and thanks to his ex-wife, Caroline (2:34)- How John finds balance co-parenting through a pandemic (3:38)- John's strategy for combining his family life with his work life (5:11)- How to help children develop a passion for business (7:55)- The importance of human interaction in business (12:52)- The innovation of Kitchen United (16:30)- What excites John (22:08)- Closing remarks from John Miller (29:04)Links:- Connect with John on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-miller-63282314a/- The CaliGroup - http://thecaligroup.com/

Food and sales are the principal components of businesses and our lives.Mark Eggerding intertwines both of them in his life and career to spark learning, excellence, confidence, positivity, enthusiasm, creativity, and love.Mark is Vice President of Brand Activation at US Foods and the author of Mastering the Sales Recipe: Creating Memorable Customer Experiences and Sales Success.His love for selling and cooking began at a young age when his school teacher gave him the confidence to reach for his dreams, and when his grandmother taught him about the pots on the stove. Mark now uses his skills to help others find success in the food and sales industry. Mark was gracious enough to share his insights on selling, cooking, and success. Listen to this episode and learn about:- Mark giving credit to his Elementary school teacher, Mr. Kurt Gremel, for his encouragement, support, and guidance in helping Mark to participate in a speaking contest (2:53)- The origination of Mark's interests in speaking, selling, and cooking (5:06)- The equivocation of sales with soup (6:55)- What inspired Mark to take on a new career (8:56)- How brand and storytelling is a part of sales and cooking success (12:11)- The link between sales and cooking is crucial for curiosity and growth (14:02)- Catarina Domenici's story (15:59)- The value of connecting your community together in sales (19:34)- Enthusiasm as one of the most powerful engines of success (21:40)- The seven ingredients of mastering sales (24:37)Links:- Connect with Mark on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-eggerding-485808142/- US Foods - https://www.usfoods.com/