• 62 - Driving Innovation: Empowering Employee Voices and Ideas with IdeaScale's Nick Jain
    Nov 21 2024

    Your host, Jeff Arnold, interviews the CEO of IdeaScale, Nick Jain. Nick discusses how IdeaScale helps large organizations like Pfizer and Comcast manage and implement ideas for improvement. He explains the platform's functionality, which includes idea submission, upvoting, and AI-enhanced evaluation. Nick shares insights on the company's history, its user-friendly onboarding process, and a success story about creating a company mascot through employee engagement. He concludes with lessons on the value of hard work and managing business risks.

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    17 mins
  • 61 - Finding Balance: How to Enjoy Fitness Without Burning Out with King William District CrossFit's Dan Kachtik
    Nov 19 2024

    Your host, Jeff Arnold, interviews the Owner, Programmer, Coach, and Trainer of King William District CrossFit, Dan Kachtik. Dan shares his journey in the fitness industry, discussing the founding of his gym, the importance of community, and overcoming challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. He emphasizes consistency in fitness, the benefits of couples working out together, and his philosophy on lifelong health. Dan also highlights his vision for the gym's future, focusing on personalized nutrition guidance and maintaining a close-knit community.

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    19 mins
  • 60 - Flexibility is Key: Adapting Your Sales Strategy in a Changing Market with LevelUp Leads' John Karsant
    Nov 14 2024

    Your host, Jeff Arnold, interviews the Founder and CEO of LevelUp Leads, John Karsant. John discusses how his company assists businesses, particularly in the financial and SaaS sectors, with outbound sales campaigns, appointment scheduling, and lead generation. He explains their onboarding process, the importance of list curation, and the role of social media in outreach. John also shares his entrepreneurial journey, emphasizing the need for flexibility in business.

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    17 mins
  • 59 - The Essential Onboarding Process for Successful Client Relationships with Method Marketing's Lucy Mowatt
    Nov 12 2024

    Your host, Jeff Arnold, interviews the Founder and Content Marketing Consultant of Method Marketing, Lucy Mowatt. Lucy shares her journey from journalism to content marketing, highlighting her agency's focus on creating in-depth content for regulated and technical sectors. She discusses AI's impact on marketing, the importance of understanding target audiences, and the onboarding process for new clients. Lucy also emphasizes leveraging e-books for authority building and lead generation, and the significance of trusting one's instincts in business decisions.

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    15 mins
  • 58 - Aligning Values: The Key to Successful Client Relationships in Sustainable Design with Peterman Design Firm's Ian Peterman
    Nov 7 2024

    Your host, Jeff Arnold, interviews the Owner and CEO of Peterman Design Firm, Ian Peterman. Ian discusses the origins of his firm, emphasizing its commitment to sustainable brands and the comprehensive product development process. He highlights their diverse industry focus, including baby products and consumer electronics, and shares insights into their client onboarding process. Ian recounts success stories, such as designing lightsabers for Saber Forge and studio monitors for Barefoot Sound. He also reflects on his personal journey into design, lessons learned, and the importance of aligning with clients' sustainability values.

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    15 mins
  • 57 - Soaps to Success: Insights on Building a Business Plan and Client Success Stories with IROC Marketable Business Solutions' Cori Fonville Foster
    Nov 5 2024

    Your host, Jeff Arnold, interviews the CEO of IROC Marketable Business Solutions, Cori Fonville Foster. Cori discusses her transition from the medical field to founding IROC Marketable Business Solutions, a firm dedicated to helping small businesses, especially women entrepreneurs, grow on a budget. She highlights the challenges and opportunities faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, her structured client onboarding process, and inspiring success stories. Cori emphasizes the importance of a realistic business plan and understanding client needs, offering valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

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    16 mins
  • 56 - From Movers to Removers: Strategies to Empower Today's Organizations with Sally Foley-Lewis
    Oct 31 2024

    Your host, Jeff Arnold, interviews the Motivational Speaker, Sally Foley-Lewis. Sally categorizes middle managers into movers, improvers, and removers, each with unique needs. She shares her approach to coaching, emphasizing the importance of aligning individual aspirations with organizational roles. Sally discusses her book, "The Middle Matters," which offers strategies for empowering middle managers. Sally highlights the critical role middle managers play in organizational success and the impact of effective leadership development.

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    20 mins
  • 55 - Execution Over Knowledge: The Key to Successful Leadership with GrowthSource Coaching's Steve Smith
    Oct 29 2024

    Your host, Jeff Arnold, interviews the President, Founder, Business and Executive Coach, and Management Team Trainer of GrowthSource Coaching, Steve Smith. Steve shares his extensive experience in coaching executives, business owners, and operational managers. Key topics include the misconception that leadership is innate, the challenges leaders face when transitioning to higher roles, and the critical role of effective management in company profitability. Steve also discusses his journey into coaching after a career in consumer products manufacturing and outlines his onboarding process for potential coaching clients. He emphasizes the importance of focus and execution.

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    23 mins