GoalChat

The GoalChat podcast is your go-to destination for all things goal-setting, productivity, and personal and professional development. Whether you're striving to achieve your career goals, enhance your time management skills, or find motivation to pursue your passion, this podcast is for you.

Each week, host Debra Eckerling invites three experts to dive into a special topic. Debra and her panel of thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and creatives share their own experiences, successes, and challenges. They also offer valuable insights and actionable advice to help you stay focused, organized, and inspired.

You can’t reach your goals on your own. You need your community. Whether you're a seasoned goal-setter or just starting out on your path to personal and professional growth, this podcast will empower you to take control of your life and turn your dreams into reality. 

A goal-strategist, speaker, and workshop leader, host Debra Eckerling is the founder of The D*E*B Method system of goal-setting simplified and the author of "Your Goal Guide: A Roadmap for Planning, Setting and Achieving Your Goals." The GoalChat podcast is the audio version of Debra’s GoalChatLive show, which streams Mondays at 4pm PT on LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube. Learn more at TheDEBMethod.com. GoalChat is on the Marketing Podcast Network.

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#305 Conversation on Networking with Julie Migl...
On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about Networking with Julie Migliacci, Director of Special Events, Revent Consulting; Janice Porter, Relationship Marketing Consultant & LinkedIn Trainer; and Stan Robinson, Jr., LinkedIn...
63 min
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#304 Conversation on Speaking & Accessibility w...
What starts as a The DEB Show episode on speaking goals evolves into an important conversation about speaking and accessibility. Host Debra Eckerling’s guests are Innovation Women founder Bobbie Carlton; John Chen, CEO of Engaging Virtual Meetings;...
75 min
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#303 Conversation on Personal Goals with Lisa S...
On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about Personal Goals with entrepreneurs Bucket List Planner Lisa Sakai, Jen Santos of EventTech Academy, and The Entrepreneur Coach Bri Seeley. Lisa, Jen, and Bri share their wins and...
66 min
154
#302 Conversation on Professional Goals with Al...
Is this the year you amp up your career, elevate your visibility, and/or start that side hustle? On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about Professional Goals with author and speaker Allen Klein, The Awe Factor;” website and...
62 min
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#301 Conversation on Happy New Year 2023 with D...
On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling celebrates the new year with entrepreneurs and podcasters Doug Bennett, “Goals DO Come True;” Fallon Cryer, “Break it to Make It,” and Troy Sandidge, Strategy Hackers®. Doug, Fallon, and...
69 min
156
#280 Conversation on Mission and Impact with Mi...
On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling speaks about mission and impact with powerhouse founders Michele Heyward, PositiveHire, and Erin Longmoon, Zephyr Connects.  Erin and Michele talk about their journeys, businesses, and...
70 min
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#279 Conversation on Vision with Erin M. Baker,...
On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about Vision with guests Erin M Baker, Bernie Borges, and Jess Dewell. Erin is a Self-Leadership and Business Coach, Bernie is Host of The Midlife Fulfilled Podcast; and Jess is Managing...
60 min
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#278 Conversation on #Start2023Now with Christo...
On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling celebrates DEBcember with her annual #Start2023Now Party. She was joined by guests Christopher Cherian, co-founder of Gatherly; Annie P. Ruggles, founder and dean of the Non-Sleazy Sales Academy;...
68 min
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#277 Conversation on Gratitude with Brook Eddy,...
On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about gratitude with Brook Eddy, founder of Bhakti Chai; Jack Griffin, founder of FoodFinder.us; and Beth Howard, pie baker and author of World Piece. Brook, Jack, and Beth share what...
66 min
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#276 Conversation on Self-Care with Angela Mill...
On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about self-care with Health and Wellness Coach Angela Miller Barton, Spiritual Intuitive Life and Business Coach Erin MacCoy, and Mindset Answer Man Cliff Ravenscraft. Angela, Erin, and Cliff...
64 min
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#275 Conversation on Endurance with Brian Fishb...
On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about Endurance with journalist Brian Fishbach, digital marketer Seth Goldstein, and external director of events Michelle Nicole McNabb. Endurance is about setting boundaries, as well as...
71 min
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#274 Conversation on Authenticity with with Ron...
Do you consider yourself authentic? And how do you showcase your authentic self? On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about authenticity with Ron Ben-Joseph, Ethan Beute, and Julie Riley.  Ron Ben Joseph is a storytelling...
72 min
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#273 Conversation on Virtual Meetings with Bobb...
Even as in-person events return, virtual meetings are here to stay. On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling has a lively and informative conversation about virtual meetings with Innovation Women founder Bobbie Carlton; John Chen, CEO of...
66 min
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#272 Conversation on Referrals & Recommendation...
On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about referrals and recommendations (aka testimonials and reviews) with Wanda Allen, Follow-Up Sales Strategies; Melody Johnson, My Course Creator; and Laura Leach, CEO & Career Coach,...
64 min
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#271 Conversation on Introducing Yourself With ...
  On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling speaks with Erin Brown, Hot Red Carpet; business strategist Chad Nedland; and Sales Maven Nikki Rausch about Introducing Yourself. And that intro begins before you say a word, whether you...
70 min
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#270 Conversation on Networking and Social Medi...
Networking and social media go hand-in-hand, which is this week's #GoalChatLive topic.  On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about networking and social media with #SocialTrust consultant Deb Coman; LinkedIn trainer, coach,...
55 min
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#269 Conversation on Getting Interviewed with J...
On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling speaks with Julie Fry, Your Expert Guest; Liz H Kelly, Goody PR, and Anastasia Lipske, Access Speakers, about Getting Interviewed.  Among other benefits, interviews are good for networking...
60 min
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#268 Conversation on Decisions with Fallon Crye...
On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about Making Decisions with Fallon Cryer, Co-Founder of beedance; Business Growth Strategist Lisa Danforth; and Jack Griffin, Founder/CEO, FoodFinder. According to the guests, decision-making...
66 min
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#267 Conversation on Book Writing with Kristin ...
On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about writing, writing books, and the role of creativity with Kristin Marguerite Doidge, author of “Nora Ephron: A Biography,” and writer/poet/activist Joan Gelfand, “You Can Be a...
58 min
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#266 Conversation on Breaking the Rules with Jo...
On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about Breaking the Rules with guests John Chen, CEO of Engaging Virtual Meetings, Jennie Mustafa-Julock aka Coach Jennie, and Deanna Seymour, Host of "Eff That: Breaking the Rules of Online...
71 min
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#265 Conversation on Winning with Ashley Merrym...
On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about Winning with guests Ashley Merryman, "Top Dog: The Science of Winning and Losing;" Leadership Results Coach and Consultant Jeannette Seibly, and Kris Ward, "Win the Hour, Win the Day."...
61 min
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#264 Conversation on Speaking & Stepping Out of...
On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about stepping out of your comfort zone with Innovation Women founder Bobbie Carlton and Killer Pitch Master Precious L. Williams. As Deb and Precious are part of Bobbie's Innovation Women...
70 min
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#263 Conversation on Adventure with Christopher...
On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling speaks with Christopher Cherian, Founder & CEO, Gatherly; Rob DeCou, CEO, Lux Virtual; and Kate Paine, Standing Out Online, about Adventure. The three are adventurous, driven, entrepreneurs, which...
67 min
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#262 Conversation on Branding Strategy with Ric...
Knowing who you are and what you do is one thing; being able to illustrate it to others is another.    On this episode of The DEB Show, host Debra Eckerling talks about branding strategy with Rich Brooks, Keshia Butler-Thomas, and Marcia...
61 min
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#261 Conversation on Authenticity with Bryan Kr...
This week, I spoke with Bryan Kramer and Courtney Smith Kramer, co-founders of H2H Companies and PureMatter, about Authenticity. Working in the intersection of tech, creativity, and connection, Bryan and Courtney are authors, speakers, and...
55 min