Resilience, Adaptability, and Growth_ Career Lessons from a World Explorer
Apr 10, 2025 • 58 minsIn this episode, Rae Lashea shares her journey from moving to Nevada to navigating remote work in the film industry. She offers insights on how world travel has influenced her work ethic and creativity. The conversation with Lloyd Dix explores the role of curiosity and memory in project management. Rae discusses the challenges and empowerment found in filmmaking, highlighting leadership and storytelling. The episode delves into innovation by embracing nontraditional ideas and AI. Rae reflects on her writing and personal growth, emphasizing the joy of a diverse career and its impact on audiences. The episode concludes with Rae's final thoughts and encourages listener engagement.
The Business Succession Playbook_ How Leadership and Culture Create a Valuable Business
Bonus • Apr 10, 2025 • 58 minsIn this episode, Colette Kemp from SureStep Business Advisors shares her journey and insights on career transitions and the impact of geography on professional paths. She offers humorous anecdotes and discusses SureStep's approach to business advising, including educating clients on sale options and effective employee communication during sales. Colette highlights success stories, explains ESOPs, and shares a successful employee buyout example. Topics include preparing employees for ownership, ideal client profiles, exit strategy planning, business valuation, sale service fees, post-sale advice, handling seller's remorse, and communicating sales to customers. The episode wraps up with industry discussions and final encouragements.
Mastering Mindset, Motivation, and Employee Standards with Chris Smith
S1 E134 • Nov 9, 2024 • 46 minsIn this episode, Chris Smith shares his journey from overcoming early life challenges to mastering communication skills and mindset. He discusses the importance of daily routines for maintaining a strong mindset and addresses listener questions on finding inspiration. The conversation shifts to accountability and self-improvement in the workplace, with a focus on goal setting. Lloyd Dix joins to explore Chris's fitness routine and how he motivates gym employees by setting high standards and fostering community support. Chris offers insights into elevating employee standards and shares his fitness program. The episode concludes with Chris's closing remarks, an inspirational quote, and a teaser for the next episode.
Employee Appreciation, Accountability, and Effective Communication with Brian Livingston
S1 E133 • Nov 9, 2024 • 59 minsIn this episode, Brian Livingston joins the discussion to share insights from his business journey and experiences with handling traffic tickets. The conversation delves into the qualities of a great employer, focusing on business coaching, employee accountability, and overcoming challenges. Lloyd Dix offers valuable advice on remote communication and delegation. The episode covers strategies for avoiding traffic tickets and handling police encounters. The importance of employee appreciation and expressing gratitude is highlighted, alongside tackling employee entitlement and engagement. Tips for reducing managerial fear and improving communication are shared. The episode wraps up with advice for employers and closing remarks.
Cultivating Spirituality and Positive Relationships in the Workplace with Buddy Miles
S1 E132 • Nov 8, 2024 • 52 minsIn this episode, Buddy Miles shares his spiritual journey and its impact on workplace relationships. Discover how morning affirmations can enhance employer-employee bonds and explore the intersection of spirituality and AI. Buddy offers strategies for overcoming mindset challenges and introduces Conscious Thursdays, integrating spirituality into daily life. Dive into leadership qualities rooted in spiritual values and explore life's meaning and personal growth. Closing segments include connecting with Buddy, a teaser for the next episode, and listener feedback.
Leadership, Growth, and Employee Development with Chris Booth
S1 E131 • Nov 7, 2024 • 60 minsIn this episode, Chris Booth shares his journey from his early career beginnings to his current role at Whitestone Industries. He emphasizes the importance of family support and support systems in leadership roles. Chris discusses leadership strategies and employee development, highlighting the alignment of team goals with the company vision and unique market positioning. He offers insights into leveraging team strengths, personal development, and overcoming limiting beliefs. The conversation touches on managing employee well-being during economic challenges and balancing employee and customer value. The episode concludes with Chris's advice on mentorship, company culture, and the importance of feedback.
The Power of Mentorship: Insights, Stories, and Finding Your Ideal Guide
S1 E130 • Oct 26, 2024 • 55 minsIn this episode, the conversation centers around mentorship's significance in personal and professional growth. Koby shares stories of impactful mentors in his journey, while Lloyd provides insights on what makes a mentor effective. The discussion explores the relevance of group mentorship and the influence of public figures as mentors. A light-hearted segment imagines the ideal mentor on a desert island. Audience questions highlight the importance of care in mentoring relationships, and personal stories offer guidance on finding mentors in one's industry. The episode concludes with reflections on recognizing and appreciating mentors and key takeaways for listeners.
Resilience, Compassion, and Leadership Insights with Amy Quesenberry
S1 E128 • Oct 12, 2024 • 65 minsIn this episode, Amy Quesenberry discusses her journey overcoming a speech impediment, the importance of family support, and her career progression. She shares insights on resilience in STEM, managing workplace morale, and balancing compassion with authority. Amy delves into communication strategies, the helper's high, and the benefits of compassion in leadership. She also offers personal stories that have shaped her professional talks. The episode concludes with Amy's services, networking tips, and closing thoughts.
Leadership and team-building insights with Atlas Altman
S1 E127 • Oct 7, 2024 • 56 minsIn this episode, Atlas Altman shares his leadership journey, contrasting leadership with management and identifying potential leaders. Discussions include building elite teams, evolving management styles, and transitioning from military to business coaching. Atlas concludes with insights on generational dynamics and continuous learning.