Today, I’m joined by Ted Bradshaw. Ted joins us to help us learn to stop chasing squirrels. Ted served as an executive with Xerox and IBM, then left the Fortune 500 world to explore the thrills of entrepreneurship. What he found was a long string of success that looked great on the surface. But underneath it all, he felt anxious, exhausted, and stressed, chasing money wherever it led and wondering why he never felt fulfilled. Along his journey, Ted gained valuable insight into how a person can achieve fulfillment in all aspects of life. He shares those insights with his best-selling book Stop Chasing Squirrels: 6 Essentials to Find Your Purpose, Focus, and Flow. I’m excited to have him on the show to help us learn how to stop chasing squirrels.

Today, I’m joined by Stuart Andrews. Stuart is an expert at leading teams in the new normal. Stuart is a high-performance leadership coach who specializes in corporate restructuring and organizational transformations. He has more than 20 years of program management experience leading complex projects and large-scale transformation programs. He is the author of The Leadership Shift: How to Lead Successful Transformations in the New Normal. I’m excited to have him on the show to talk about leading change in 2023.

Today, I’m joined by Brian Jodice to talk about service before self. Brian is the creator of the PICK UP THE SIX Podcast and the founder of PICK UP THE SIX, LLC. He is a former TV broadcaster with a passion for reaching people through storytelling. He’s a husband, father, and proud son to a retired United States Air Force Lt. General, who taught him the importance of one simple message: SERVICE BEFORE SELF. Brian believes everyone’s story should be heard, and we share them best - when we connect people to something bigger than themselves.

Today, I’m joined by Jeff Higgins. Jeff is the founder of the Men’s Victory Alliance. He is a self-employed real estate investor with over 18 years in the industry. He currently owns and self-manages a portfolio of 89 rental units in MA & FL. He coaches men to help them find their inner strength and become the best version of themselves. Jeff has personally transformed his life through physical fitness and developing mental toughness. I’m excited to have him on the show to talk specifically about the issues that men face and what they can do to become their absolute best for their families, communities, and at work.

Today, I’m joined by Lt. Col. (Ret) Kathy Lowrey Gallowitz and we're talking about Veteran Champions. Kathy is the Founder & CEO of Vanguard Veteran where she equips civilian employers to become Veteran Champions. She also equips faith community leaders to build Military Ministries. She served nearly 30 years in the Air Force as a nurse and public affairs officer and retired as a Lt. Colonel. Kathy is the author of: “Beyond ‘Thank You For Your Service,’ The Veteran Champion Handbook for civilians.” In this book, she describes how easy it is for employers and other citizens to become Veteran Champions.

Today, I’m joined by Hortense le Gentil. She is an expert in Leadership Alignment. Hortense is a global executive leadership coach. She has helped CEOs, senior executives, and emerging leaders close the gaps between the leader they are and the leader they want to be. She is the author of the widely-acclaimed book, Aligned: Connecting Your True Self with the Leader You’re Meant to Be. I’m excited to have her on the show to talk about how leaders can find better alignment in their lives and careers.

Today, I’m joined by Dr. Ichak Adizes. Dr. Adizes is an expert in managing change. For more than forty years, Dr. Adizes has developed, tested, and documented the proprietary methodology that bears his name. The Adizes Methodology for Organizational transformation provides tools for organizations to achieve exceptional results and manage accelerated change without destructive conflict. His books have been translated and read all over the world and I’m honored to have him on the show to talk about how we as leaders can master the art of change management.

Today, I’m joined by Adrian Koehler. Adrian understands fearless leadership. He is a leadership engagement expert and senior partner at the executive coaching firm, Take New Ground. He coaches executives and entrepreneurs in the art and science of leadership for themselves, their teams, and clients to create new, unprecedented results, and experience fulfillment in their work. Adrian is the host of the Naked Leadership Podcast where he unpacks some of the unspoken challenges of leadership. I’m excited to talk to him about the idea of Fearless Leadership and what it takes to become a fearless leader.

Today, I’m joined by Deb Gabor and we are talking about humanizing your brand. Deb is the founder of Sol Marketing, a consultancy that has led successful strategy engagements for some of the biggest brands in the world for almost 20 years. She is the author of a new book called Person-ality: Cultivate Your Human Authority To Ignite Irrational Brand Loyalty. I’m excited to have her on the show to talk about how we can differentiate ourselves and our companies by showcasing the humans behind our businesses.

Today, I’m joined by Rob Ashton. Rob joins me to talk about ChatGPT and influential writing. He is a returning guest and you might remember him from back on Episode 105. He is a writer who focuses on the hidden brain science of how the things we read and write influence what we think and do. He’s been researching the science behind reading and writing for more than seven years. Rob is also the founder of the global learning company, Emphasis, which specializes in written communication and that has so far enabled over 80,000 people to make more impact with their professional writing. We’re going to be talking about influential writing and the role ChatGPT may play in the future. I’m excited to have him back on the show to talk about this critical issue.

Today, I’m joined by Chris Morsley. Chris is an executive coach who has coached Olympic athletes, celebrities, and hundreds of public figures on how to increase charisma and command attention. He is a former actor turned coach who has a passion to help leaders learn the art of expressing themselves in a way that makes a positive impact. I’m excited to have him on the show to talk about what it takes for leaders to make a more positive impact on their teams, their companies, and the world around them.

Today, I’m joined by Laurie Sudbrink. She is an expert at Leading with GRIT. Laurie is the president and founder of Unlimited Coaching Solutions, which specializes in improving workplace performance. She witnessed weak leadership and communication breakdown over 15 years of working for a major company that eventually filed for bankruptcy. Determined to save other corporations from imploding, she launched and grew a training business that has helped fortune 500 companies get their act together. She’s the bestselling author of Leading with GRIT: Inspiring Action and Accountability with Generosity, Respect, Integrity, and Truth. Laurie is on a mission to improve lives through leadership and I’m honored to have her on the show.

Today, I’m joined by Brian Slade. Brian has held command positions in the Army and the Air Force and has received the Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star, and fourteen combat air medals. He currently serves as a Lieutenant Colonel for Air Force Combat Search and Rescue. He is the author of a new book called Cleared Hot: Lessons Learned about Life, Love, and Leadership While Flying the Apache Gunship in Afghanistan and Why I Believe a Prepared Mind Can Help Minimize PTSD. Brian joins us to talk about how to prepare our minds to help us fight and find success in whatever we do.

Today, I’m joined by Neal Woodson. Neal is a returning guest and you might remember him from way back in Episode 28. Neal has more than 30 years of leadership experience across a wide range of environments, including restaurants, retail, education, and the hospitality industry. Throughout his career, he has repeatedly experienced the impact of good and bad management on employees and customers. He has made it his personal mission to help make the employee and customer experience more humane by focusing on more human-centered, service-focused leadership. He is the author of The Uncomplicated Coach which helps leaders learn how to create a more human-centered, service-focused culture. I’m honored to have him back on the show to talk about the leader’s role in customer service.

Today, I’m joined by Shannon Huffman Polson. Shannon is a leadership speaker, author, and founder of the Grit Institute. She is a U.S. Army veteran who became one of the first women to fly Apache helicopters. She is the author of The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most Male-Dominated Organization in the World. I’m excited to have her on the show to talk about how to harness grit to transform your own life and career.

Today, I’m joined by Scott Papek. Scott spent twenty years in the music business as an audio editor directing and shaping stories from elite on-air talent and bands that have sold millions of records. This began a lifelong learner’s quest to understand other people’s journeys in all sectors of life. Today he serves as a mindset coach, helping individuals discover their purpose, train their mindset to authentically live it, and help them communicate it to the world. He is the managing partner at Max Out Mindset and the author of Age Is Your Edge, How to Find Fulfillment and Purpose in Midlife. I’m excited to have him join me to talk about living your purpose in the second half of life.

Today, I’m joined by Jordan Willshear. Jordan is a High-Performance Career Coach. He helps millennials worldwide achieve transformative success in their careers. I’m excited to have him on the show to talk specifically about millennial career development and what leaders can do to help.

Today, I’m joined by the host of the Don’t Give Up the Ship podcast. He is a retired Master Chief Petty Officer with 21 years in the submarine service. He is now focused on the professional and leadership development of enlisted sailors and military members through his podcast and online resources. This is one of my go-to podcasts on leadership and I am honored to have him join us to talk about all things leadership!

Today, I’m joined by the host of the Don’t Give Up the Ship podcast. He is a retired Master Chief Petty Officer with 21 years in the submarine service. He is now focused on the professional and leadership development of enlisted sailors and military members through his podcast and online resources. This is one of my go-to podcasts on leadership and I am honored to have him join us to talk about all things leadership!

Today, I’m joined by Bradley Hamner. Bradley is a Business Growth Coach who has developed a system to help business leaders get their time back. He shows them how to get out of the weeds of their company’s day-to-day activities and build a business that is valuable for both the owner and future investors. I’m excited to have him on the show to talk about how business owners can escape the rainmaker’s dilemma.

Today, I’m joined by Jim Rafferty. Jim is a marketing and communications consultant and Principal of JMRketing, LLC. He is a former radio announcer and program director. Jim helps business leaders communicate better, writing in a conversational and entertaining style. He’s also a former Boy Scout leader, which serves as the catalyst for his book Leader by Accident. In this book, Jim tells the story of how an unexpected volunteer leadership role fueled an even more unexpected journey into entrepreneurship. I’m excited to have him on the show to learn from his unique experiences

Today, I’m joined by Tony Butler. Tony is the founder of the digital marketing agency Can-Do Ideas and the creator of the Primal Storytelling content system. He is a highly regarded expert in brand storytelling and digital marketing. Tony graduated from West Point and the US Army Ranger School. He is a combat veteran and commanded an infantry company in Iraq during the invasion of Baghdad. He is also a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu blackbelt. I’m excited to have him on the show to talk about the importance of brand storytelling.

Today, I’m joined by Shani Magosky. Shani is the founder of The LeaderShift Project. She is a highly sought-after leadership consultant, executive coach, and best-selling author. She also hosts the LeaderShifter Show podcast, which I was honored to be on. Her vision is to see a world filled with better leaders and companies filled with better cultures. I’m excited to have her on the show to talk about the leader’s role in unifying the business strategy and culture.

Today I’m joined by Chris McNeil. Chris is a Strategic Thought Leadership coach and consultant. He is the Founder and CEO of Thaut, Inc. and the host of the Thought Leadership Studio podcast. Chris has been a serial entrepreneur since age 24. He brings both the power of technology and the art of positive persuasion to give his clients clear leadership in their niches. I’m excited to talk to him about the idea of Strategic Thought Leadership.

Today I’m joined by Mila Grigg. Mila is the founder and CEO of MODA, one of the most recognized branding groups in the country. Mila has more than 20 years of experience building personal brands, growing leadership equity, and crafting marketing and social media strategies. Her expertise comes from experience, not an opinion or observation. From executives at Fortune 100s to first-time entrepreneurs and everyone in between, Mila has helped leaders with various backgrounds create, communicate, and profit from their brands.