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The Power of Premium Service in a Price-Driven Industry, With Colby Varley

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on June 12, 2025

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In a world obsessed with low prices and quick wins, Colby Varley proves that premium service is the real power play. He shares how leading with quality—not discounts—has built a loyal client base, elevated his brand, and pushed industry standards higher.

By rejecting the race to the bottom, Colby shows how smart leadership, long-term thinking, and an unshakable commitment to excellence can drive real, lasting success in even the most competitive markets.

Tune in to hear Colby’s thoughts on:

  • Your journey from truck driver to Vice President and co-owner of ATS is incredibly inspiring. Can you share what that path looked like and how it shaped your leadership style?
  • As someone who has worked in every role within the logistics chain, how has that hands-on experience influenced your approach to executive leadership?
  • In a price-driven industry, how do you maintain a commitment to premium service, and what challenges come with prioritizing quality over cost?
  • Building strong relationships with clients and carrier partners is a key part of your leadership strategy. What advice would you give to leaders looking to cultivate those types of relationships in their own industries?
  • And much, much more!

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Business Creators Unleashed: Sparking Influence With Misty Phillip

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on June 10, 2025

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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Misty Phillip, the dynamic author of Spark Your Influence, and Founder of Spark Media to uncover the secrets of building a lasting impact as a business creator.

Misty shares her journey of turning vision into action, offering practical strategies to amplify your influence, connect authentically with your audience, and lead with purpose.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, small business owner, or aspiring leader, this episode is packed with actionable insights to spark your growth and unleash your potential.

Discover how to ignite your business success with intention and influence!

Tune in to hear Misty’s thoughts on:

  • What inspired you to start Spark Media and to write Spark Your Influence and how it reflects your journey as a business creator?
  • What does ‘influence’ mean to you in the context of building a business, and why is it so critical for entrepreneurs today?
  • You’ve worked with so many creators—what’s one common challenge you see them face when trying to amplify their influence, and how can they overcome it?
  • In your book, you talk about intentionality. How can business owners apply that principle to stand out in a crowded market?
  • Can you share a personal story of a time when you sparked your own influence—what did that process look like for you?
  • What role does storytelling play in sparking influence, and how can business owners use it effectively to connect with their customers?
  • You’ve achieved so much as an author and leader—what’s one habit or mindset shift that’s been a game-changer for your success?
  • Looking ahead, what’s one piece of advice you’d give business creators to future-proof their influence in an increasingly digital world?
  • And much, much more!

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What it Means to be Mindfully Successful, With Margo Booster

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on June 5, 2025

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In today’s high-pressure work culture, many leaders look successful on the outside but are privately running on empty.

Margo Booster shares how understanding the brain, body, and breath can help leaders break free from burnout and step into mindful, sustainable success.

Blending neuroscience with mindfulness, Margo’s evidence-based approach empowers leaders to lead with clarity, build emotional resilience, and shift from surviving to thriving.

Whether you’re a senior executive or simply striving for balance in your life, this conversation offers powerful tools for redefining success on your terms.

Tune in to hear Margo’s thoughts on:

  • The book’s title is Mindfully Successful, and you share some of what mindfully successful is. In your own words, how do you describe what mindfully successful is and what it isn’t?
  • There are many management books out there; why is this one any different?
  • Can you share a real example of where a “successful” leader was hindering themselves or getting in their way – perhaps working harder than they had to or having an unintended impact on their team or organization – and how your techniques improved their performance, effectiveness, and health?
  • You tell the story in the book about the yoga teacher telling you to breathe, and your response was, “How the hell is breathing going to solve my mountain of problems?” I imagine some of the executives you work with have a similar reaction. How do you respond to that?
  • In a fast-paced business environment, how can leaders balance the demands of productivity with the principles of mindfulness?
  • What are some common misconceptions leaders have about mindfulness and how it does or doesn’t apply to leadership?
  • And much, much more!

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Worker Disengagement Is Real: How to Improve Employee Wellbeing With Nick Smallman

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on June 3, 2025

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In a workplace culture that prioritizes efficiency over employee wellbeing, disengagement is reaching epidemic levels—costing the global economy nearly $9 trillion annually. When employees feel overlooked and undervalued, loyalty disappears and burnout takes its place.

Nick Smallman, Founder and CEO of Working Voices, shares insights from decades of advising global companies on how to boost engagement, retention, and performance. He breaks down the hidden costs of disengagement, the role of tech in eroding connection, and the step-by-step path to building a workplace culture rooted in wellbeing, communication, and belonging.

Tune in to hear Nick’s thoughts on:

  • What are some of the major reasons that worker disengagement has reached unprecedented levels?
  • What makes Millennials and Gen Z workers particularly prone to leaving their jobs?
  • How have emerging technologies affected worker wellbeing?
  • Can you describe the concept of a “social contract” that employers and employees both must fulfill?
  • Are employers recognizing ways that they can better address employees’ job satisfaction, and if so, can you share some examples?
  • What actionable advice to you have for employers who are looking for ways to humanize their workplaces?
  • What are the key skills that employees will need in the modern workplace?
  • Is there something that HR can do that will change the trajectory of a poorly performing company?
  • How do companies remain competitive in an uncertain world?
  • And much, much more!

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Why Coaches Need Automation to Scale Their Impact, With Karen King

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on May 29, 2025

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Coaches and consultants—want to work less and earn more?

Karen King shows how smart automation can transform your business.

From client management to email marketing to course delivery, Karen shares real-world strategies that help you scale faster, serve better, and stay focused on what you love.

Get ready to hear how real coaches used automation to save hours, boost revenue, and finally build the freedom they wanted.

Tune in to hear Karen’s thoughts on:

  • Your journey to location independence is inspiring. What was the pivotal moment that made you decide to leave the 9-to-5 and start your entrepreneurial journey?
  • What are some of the most common mistakes solopreneurs and small business owners make when it comes to managing their tech and systems?
  • How does Gold Star Pro address the unique challenges faced by non-tech-savvy entrepreneurs?
  • Why do you believe personalized support is critical for small business owners adopting automation tools, and how do you provide that support?
  • As someone who transitioned from burnout to global entrepreneurship, what advice would you give to listeners looking to achieve more freedom in their own lives?
  • What role does automation play in helping solopreneurs and coaches scale their businesses without burning out?
  • And much, much more!

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From Compliance to Leadership: Evolving the CPA Role, With Emil Abedian

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on May 27, 2025

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The role of the CPA is changing fast—and Emil Abedian is at the forefront of that shift.

In this conversation, Emil explores how leadership, strategic partnerships, and business advisory are redefining growth, especially for law firms.

With 82% of firms now expanding into consulting and advisory services (according to the 2023 CPA Evolution survey), Emil shares real-world insights on how to lead through this transformation and build stronger, faster-growing businesses.

Tune in to hear Emil’s thoughts on:

  • How has the role of CPAs changed in recent years, especially with the shift toward advisory and consulting services?
  • What role do CPAs play in shaping business strategy and long-term growth?
  • Can you share any examples of businesses that have successfully leveraged CPA-led strategic partnerships for growth?
  • What metrics should businesses focus on when working with a CPA for growth and financial planning?
  • And much, much more!

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The Power of Storytelling: How Narrative Shapes Impact, Inclusion, and Influence, With Ted Neill

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on May 22, 2025

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In this episode, award-winning author and journalist Ted Neill shares how storytelling can be a powerful tool for impact, inclusion, and influence.

With experience working across five continents as an educator, health professional, and writer, Ted brings a unique perspective on how narratives shape our understanding of justice, identity, and social change.

We’ll explore how businesses, creatives, and thought leaders can harness the power of storytelling to connect with their audience, build their brand, and drive meaningful conversations.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, writer, or changemaker, this episode will inspire you to use your voice for greater impact.

Tune in to hear Ted’s thoughts on:

  • Your background is incredibly diverse—working in education, global health, and journalism. How have these experiences shaped your approach to storytelling?
  • What role does storytelling play in business and marketing, and why is it such a powerful tool?
  • How can entrepreneurs, brands, and creatives use storytelling to connect more deeply with their audience?
  • Many of your books tackle social justice, inclusion, and complex societal issues. How do you balance telling compelling stories while addressing these critical topics?
  • For business owners and professionals who may not see themselves as “natural storytellers,” what are some simple ways they can start incorporating storytelling into their messaging?
  • How has your own personal journey—from working with HIV+ orphans in Kenya to navigating mental health challenges—influenced your work and the way you connect with audiences?
  • You’ve written across multiple genres and for different age groups. How do you tailor your storytelling for different audiences while staying true to your message?
  • What advice would you give to people who want to write a book, launch a creative project, or share their story but feel intimidated by the process?
  • Can you share an example of a brand, leader, or movement that has used storytelling effectively to inspire change?
  • Where can our listeners learn more about your work and connect with you?
  • And much, much more!

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Marketing in the World of AI: Leverage Human-to-Human Content for Growth, With Cahill Camden

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on May 20, 2025

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AI-generated content is flooding every marketing channel—but the fastest-growing companies aren’t just relying on automation.

According to Cahill Camden, they’re winning by doubling down on Human-to-Human conversations behind the scenes.

In this episode, Cahill shares how smart brands are blending AI efficiency with genuine connection to drive rapid growth—and how you can apply the same strategies to scale faster.

Tune in to hear Cahill’s thoughts on:

  • You’re currently working on AI powered software – how did you get here? What’s the story?
  • Your software helps business leaders build their brand authority and influence by helping them get on podcasts – why do you think this is so important for business owners to explore?
  • Leveraging AI seems to be the future of marketing, how do business owners integrate AI into their marketing?
  • Where do you think the future of AI marketing takes us? How do business owners cut through the noise?
  • Once a business owner creates an authentic human-to-human conversation… what is their next step? Does their marketing stop there?
  • How do business owners leverage their insights and knowledge to grow quickly?
  • And much, much more!

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To Scale Your Business, Start Your Systems Integration at the Start-up Phase, With Marcus Fontoura

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on May 15, 2025

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As any new company sets out to create systems for introducing its product or service, having a “platform mindset” will enable it to achieve maximum scalability and efficiency.

A platform mindset is thinking intentionally how to integrate all the company’s systems with the goal of extracting the most value from technology while maintaining an optimal culture, platforms, and tools for future growth.

It’s a risk not paying attention to the fact that the company may suddenly grow bigger. If each team makes independent decisions and follows the same processes as when the company was a start-up, chaos will ensue.

Without a platform mindset permeating the company so that it develops new functionalities and systems in a conscious way, technical debt, in which workflow becomes burdensome, causes obstacles to growth and the operation is compromised — even if the product or service is conceptually great.

Tech innovator Marcus Fontoura distills wisdom gained from his remarkable career with Silicon Valley’s most influential companies.

Tune in to hear Marcus’s thoughts on:

  • Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, says his book focuses on what matters most in this digital age—inclusive workplaces where creativity and innovation solve complex customer problems. What are the challenges in achieving this condition?
  • What is your vision for how technology should be designed and implemented to drive business growth?
  • How should leaders and managers attract and retain exceptional talent in their organizations?
  • What is the importance of creating an environment that values innovation and creativity within organizations?
  • How can companies hire, develop, and manage an efficient and diverse technology team?
  • How does diversity in the corporate environment and within a tech team create a significant social impact, promoting education and transformation both within and outside organizations?
  • What is the importance of standardized systems and engineering tools to address technical challenges and foster collaboration in large enterprises?
  • How can your book help managers, students, and technology professionals develop their careers?
  • And much, much more!

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Skyrocket Your Revenue: Proven Growth Strategies for Companies and Individuals, With Doug C. Brown

Filed in Podcasts, Previous Episodes on May 13, 2025

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Doug C. Brown, CEO of CEO Sales Strategies, shares his groundbreaking math-based model for sales revenue growth—a proven system that transforms unpredictability into reliable, measurable results.

Whether you’re a business owner, consultant, or sales professional, you’ll discover actionable insights to scale your revenue with confidence and precision.

Don’t miss this transformative conversation and unlock the secrets to predictable and sustainable revenue growth.

Tune in to hear Doug’s thoughts on:

  • Can you share with us what inspired you to create a math-based model for sales revenue growth, and how does it differ from traditional sales strategies?
  • Why is having a predictable, reliable, and measurable system so critical for businesses and individuals aiming to scale their revenue?
  • Can you walk us through the key components of your math-based model and how they work together to create consistent growth?
  • What common mistakes do companies make when attempting to create predictable revenue, and how does a math-based system address them?
  • For someone listening who wants to take the first step toward implementing a predictable, reliable, and measurable growth system, what would you recommend they do today to get started?
  • How does this approach differ from traditional revenue growth strategies, and what makes it provable and reliable?
  • And much, much more!

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