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| 18 Feb 2025 | Zoomer Success in a Boomer World | 01:16:34 | |
Send the host a text! Let him know what you think Hannah is at the oldest end of the Gen Z generation, being one of the first to experience the struggles of a new reality in an old system. Her personal challenges in the workforce have forced her to adapt, eventually discovering that the silver lining of the Gen Z career path might be the best yet. She is currently a freelance digital marketing manager living the “digital nomad” lifestyle. The Guest Hannah is a freelance digital marketing manager working primarily in the pharma industry. She got her degree in communications from Arizona State University and joined a small in-house marketing team immediately after graduating. By always learning new skills and saying ‘YES’ to opportunities, she has worked successfully in many different roles and industries. Career Resources https://www.facebook.com/business/learn https://www.coursera.org/google-certificates/data-analytics-certificate?utm_source=google&utm_medium=institutions&utm_campaign=sou--google__med--organicsearch__cam--gwgsite__con--null__ter--null "Keep learning!" | |||
| 05 Feb 2025 | The Art & Science of Consultative Selling | 00:05:05 | |
Send the host a text! Let him know what you think Welcome to a podcast series dedicated to selling solutions to customer problems — rather than obsessing over capabilities devoid of context or relevance. Listen and share your own successful sales and horror story losses... | |||
| 18 Feb 2025 | Rebuilding Trust In A Transactional World | 01:13:10 | |
Send the host a text! Let him know what you think American corporate culture is at a crossroads as budgets shrink, investors demand returns, and employees feel commoditized. Join me for a robust conversation with Skot Waldron, an internal communications expert, who partners with business leaders to help create cultures that build trust AND optimize efficiency. The Guest Skot Waldron is a speaker, leadership consultant, and communication strategist who has worked with organizations like J.P. Morgan Chase, the CDC, PGA Tour, Sesame Workshop, The Home Depot, and Coca-Cola. He translates human behavior into actionable strategies that improve leadership, alignment, and team performance. As the author of the Amazon best-seller Unlocked: A 52-Week Guide For The Intentional Leader and host of the Unlocked With Skot Waldron podcast, he equips leaders with practical tools to communicate with impact. With 20+ years in brand and communication strategy, he brings clarity to the chaos, helping leaders unlock their full potential. Resources https://www.skotwaldron.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/skotwaldron https://www.youtube.com/@skotwaldron https://apple.co/3ZCgTCB Unlocked With Skot Waldron Podcast skotwaldron.giantos.com/store/5-voices | |||
| 22 Feb 2025 | Millennial Falcon | 01:03:29 | |
Send the host a text! Let him know what you think Millennials have gotten a bad rap, but is it deserved? How are they fairing in today's tough business climate, and what do hiring managers need to know as this generation starts taking the helm? I talk to a Millennial, and you might be surprised to hear what they expect, and how top performers have overcome many of that generation's unique challenges, now impacting Zoomer's, too. The Guest (in his own words) I’m Ivor, just a regular Chicago Guy with an unbending spirit. I enjoy history, politics, cinema, literature and travelling. I’m a firm believer that everyone should be able to enjoy life and truly LIVE as opposed to just existing. As someone who has been in Existence Mode more than a few times, I wish to inspire others to rise out of their malaise, unplug from the matrix and start taking charge of their lives. Forever optimistic, I am largely in Steven Pinker’s camp when it comes to the state of the world in that I believe it is getting better, despite all news to the contrary. This past year I dropped from 270 pounds to under 200, finished my master’s degree at Northeastern after an 8-year hiatus, got a dream job working from the comfort of my own home with a stunning view of the Gold Coast. At the start of last year, I was working at Lou Malnatis, delivering pizza to rich folks in the New Trier Township which hosts some of the most luxurious real estate in the nation. Being on the autism spectrum presented many challenges for me as I experienced life via trial and error. What has always kept me going was high morale. When 2024 began, my morale was at an all time low until I made friends with a woman of a similar education background who owned two homes and worked a luxurious job from home. In essence, she forced me to level up, in real life, not a video game. As such, I try to do the same with friends who I feel are not living their best life. Having succeeded and continuing to succeed, I want all of them to share in my success. I have often found that characters in literature and cinema are much better at inspiring people than I am. As such, below are a couple movie scenes from which I take inspiration and often show to my friends hoping they will do the same. Resources Glengarry Glen Ross (1992) - Alec Baldwin's speech (HD)- From 1992, Alec Baldwin plays a hot shot real estate agent who made nearly a million dollars in commission last year. He gives a profanity laced tirade to three underperforming salesmen at Mitchell and Murray. “You know what it takes to sell real estate? It takes brass balls”! Baldwin informs his fellow agents that they will be fired if they don’t close their deals. “They’re sitting out there waiting to give you their money! Are you gonna take it”? My answer, yes! Sadly, most people would rather keep letting us fail rather than drop a 2,000 pound truth bomb on us. https://youtu.be/3PESuwYcK04?si=3uCMg5A3ma96XLNS FULL METAL JACKET - THE VIRGIN MARY SCENE- From 1987, Stanley Kubrick’s Vietnam War classic best remembered by the improvised performance of former Marine R. Lee Ermey as senior drill instructor Gunnery Sergeant Hartman. In this scene Hartman asks Private Joker, portrayed by Matthew Modine, if he believes in the Virgin Mary to which Joker answers “sir negative sir”! An angry Hartman proceeds to slap Joker and demands that he sounds off that he loves the Virigin Mary. Joker stands his ground and is quickly promoted to squad leader for his willingness to defy a man who holds absolute power over him. “Private Joker is ignorant and he’s silly but he’s got guts and guts is enough”. I live by these words every day. It is how I have talked myself into every job and relationsh | |||
| 07 Feb 2025 | Genuine Real People in the Age of AI | 01:01:12 | |
Send the host a text! Let him know what you think AI seems to have already taken over the world, but not so fast! Real people represent and speak for brands the best, and here's why... The Guest Jill is the founder of GENUINE: The Real People Company, where for over 30 years, she and her team of casting directors, project managers, and researchers have skillfully cast real people whose authentic, captivating stories humanize brands. Combining her warmth, empathy, and entrepreneurial spirit, Jill sets the strategy for projects and GENUINE’s overall direction. From Super Bowl commercials to healthcare videos featuring patient ambassadors, viral social media, and user-generated content, GENUINE’s time-tested process builds trust and emotional resonance, helping brands truly connect with consumers through real-people storytelling. Jill’s vibrant energy and dynamic leadership attract compelling people to every project, and she continues to partner with global brands including Dove, Merck, Bausch + Lomb, Cricket Wireless and American Express to create impactful campaigns. Website https://genuinerealpeople.com/. Work https://genuinerealpeople.com/work/all-work/. Connect https://genuinerealpeople.com/get-cast/mailing-list/ | |||
| 27 Feb 2025 | Making Spice Play Nice | 02:00:17 | |
Send the host a text! Let him know what you think The Wild WIld West of Spice has finally been tamed, and done so through a surprising hero's journey of a Spice Lover and entrepreneur caring for his father only to find himself starting an innovative new company. Hear how spice intensity and flavor is now controlled and shared like never before, and the steps that went into a hobby becoming a successful startup business. The Guest Fabio Gratton, Founder and Chief Spiceologist of SpiceQuest, is an accomplished entrepreneur (4X company exits) with a professional background in health technology and a personal passion for culinary artistry. Raised in an Italian family where food was central to every celebration, and married into a Vietnamese family with a deep appreciation for bold, flavorful dishes, Fabio’s life has been steeped in the traditions of spice and cooking. As a health tech entrepreneur, Fabio has dedicated his career to leveraging innovative technologies to solve complex health challenges, from improving patient care to addressing life-threatening diseases. This same dedication to innovation and precision inspired the creation of SpiceQuest, where he blends his professional expertise with his personal passion. SpiceQuest reflects Fabio’s belief in the power of connection—whether through family meals, shared culinary experiences, or discovering the world through flavor. From the innovative grinders to the curated spice kits, every aspect of SpiceQuest is designed to bring people together around the universal love of spice. Resources SpiceQuest Website – Where listeners can explore the products, see the grinders, and purchase kits. Paul Bosland’s Research on Chili Peppers – Given our discussion on heat measurement and flavor profiling, this link to the Chili Pepper Institute provides great context. Science of Scoville Units & Capsaicin – Since we touched on inconsistencies in heat measurement, this blog post explains the Scoville scale in more detail. Limited-Edition Peppers Page – For anyone interested in the rare peppers I source from growers, this showcases the latest limited releases. Spice Pairing Guide – We talked about the wine analogy and how spice pairing can elevate meals. Here’s an example of a pairing guide for one of SpiceQuest’s limited releases, the Frankenstein Bubblegum pepper. | |||
| 21 Feb 2025 | Take Command Of Your Personal Brand | 01:33:05 | |
Send the host a text! Let him know what you think Personality supersedes policy, now more than ever. How can we differentiate ourselves in an increasingly transactional and commoditized business environment? A branding expert shares proven menthods for creating and activating your personal brand to reinvent yourself and your career! The Guest Vince Parry President Parry Branding Group Throughout his extensive career in brand development, marketing and communications, Vince has been an industry leader and innovator of multiple brand strategy protocols and brand insight research. He currently brings his best-in-class methodologies to clients of Parry Branding Group, a branding consultancy he launched in 2012. Vince continues to innovated and evolved brands across the range of entities, from companies and products, to services and personal brands. He led branding and creative development at major industry agencies as Chief Branding Officer and Chief Creative Officer respectively. Vince has served as a keynote speaker, and has published and appeared in many media venues as a branding expert. Resources Brand yourself! (or others will do it for you!) https://parrybrandinggroup.com/brand-yourself-or-others-will-do-it-for-you/ When your company brand is you https://parrybrandinggroup.com/personal-branding-when-your-company-brand-is-you/ | |||
| 12 Feb 2025 | On the iMarc: An Agile Agency Remodel | 00:49:32 | |
Send the host a text! Let him know what you think Today's hot housing market is encouraging luxury renovations to boost value and quality of life, making the niche Design-Build remodeling industry more competitive than ever before. Here's how an expert agency entrepreneur consultatively grows her clients' businesses, and her own... The Guest Lauri Shoemake is the owner of iMarc Consulting and a seasoned marketing strategist specializing in the remodeling industry. She helps business owners create and implement strategic marketing plans that drive sustainable growth. Through iMarc, Lauri partners closely with clients to enhance their brand presence, generate quality leads, and build long-term success in a competitive market. Resources Web: https://www.imarcconsulting.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurishoemake/ Simon Sinek "Start with Why": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4ZoJKF_VuA | |||
| 11 Feb 2025 | The Engine of Career Reinvention | 01:53:24 | |
Send the host a text! Let him know what you think When are we too old to reinvent ourselves and our careers? Never! We discuss why and how… The Guest Torrey is a human being. But also former tech product manager in New York turned aspiring small business owner. After 15 years in tech, he stepped away to build something hands-on and launched his own pest control company before setting off on a four-month sabbatical in Thailand to recalibrate. Now, he’s focused on acquiring and growing a service-based business in the Carolinas. Outside of business, he’s a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, a homeschool dad of 2, a writer sharing candid, humorous takes on life transitions. Resources The Creative Act https://sites.prh.com/thecreativeact Pivot https://www.pivotmethod.com/ The pathless path https://pathlesspath.com/ Torrey’s email torreymoss@gmail.com Torrey’s biz https://www.torreybuysbusinesses.com/ Torrey’s Substack https://torreymoss.substack.com/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=substack_profile Mookie Blogs "Hi! I'm Beck and I'm Going to be Famous!" https://mookiespitz.medium.com/hi-im-beck-and-i-m-going-to-be-famous-3a752281b488?sk=5b349920ea8eb5549337685566afb29b “When Going Broke Is Priceless” https://mookiespitz.medium.com/when-going-broke-is-priceless-04eb135ca908 “The Happy Workaholic” https://mookiespitz.medium.com/the-happy-workaholic-b1d00ecd1a04 “The Relentless Pursuit of OK” https://mookiespitz.medium.com/the-relentless-pursuit-of-ok-717681425708?sk=b5d178df261f8b77c5be693526614e24 Mookie’s Substack https://substack.com/@mookiespitz?r=xk9a&utm_medium=ios | |||