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In The Working Actor's Journey, hear from amazing teachers, role models, and mentors about their lifelong careers. Learn from those who have been acting professionally for decades—to see exactly how they approach the work, what decisions and resources have made the biggest impacts on their artistic lives, and to hear their struggles and successes in the business. How do great actors work? What do they actually do? Let's find out. These conversations are a virtual toolbox for actors, full of ...
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Keep Shining with Stuart MacMillan features conversations with successful people from business, leadership, and beyond. Stuart dives into their journeys to uncover how they’ve become a light in their field, sharing the lessons, values, and faith that guide them. Each episode offers inspiration and practical wisdom to help you grow, lead with purpose, and keep shining in your own life.
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How much thought have you given to what your later years will be like? Will your 60s, 70s, and 80s be joyful and filled with the activities you most desire to have in your life at that time?Well, if you are like me, you have long wanted to live younger, longer. I knew at a younger age that I had much I wanted to accomplish before my time was up, and that it would not get done unless I made it to a ripe old age, and in good mental and physical health.Fortunately, I was guided into the health ...
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Podcast with your host Sammy Z. Every week we bring you a guest with an inspiring story and a positive message.
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Industry 4.0... VR, AI, IoT, drones, 3D printing - The future is here, but many industrial enterprise leaders are left wondering where to get started. We're interviewing the world's leading innovators to find out how forward-thinking companies can use emerging technologies to stay competitive. This is the future of how we make, grow, move, and power things.
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In this podcast you’ll be inspired as you hear real stories, hustle and journeys of people who have overcome challenges to succeed against all odds as an underdog. Your host Pamela Bardhi will pull back the curtains to reveal how you too can overcome ANY obstacle to succeed beyond your wildest dreams.
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Welcome to 40 Unfiltered, where we dive into real, raw, and unfiltered conversations for women over 40. Join us as we navigate the new normal, offering insights and inspiration to improve both your personal and professional life. Tune in for empowering stories, practical advice, and bold discussions that will help you embrace your journey and thrive in your 40s and beyond. Whether you're seeking growth, facing challenges, or celebrating triumphs, 40 Unfiltered is your go-to source for authen ...
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Keep Shining with Stuart MacMillan — Episode with Dr. Brent Agin
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1:05:19Welcome to The Lighthouse Collective podcast series Keep Shining with Stuart MacMillan. In this episode, Stuart sits down with functional medicine physician, founder, and medical director Dr. Brent Agin to talk about the pivotal shift from traditional 'sick care' to preventative lifestyle medicine, the core pillars of sustainable health, and how to…
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Wanna Relationship? Tell A Story (EPS 030)
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21:24This episode of the Networking Rx Minute with Frank Agin (http://frankagin.com) Frank Agin interviews John Millen, executive communication consultant who encourages the use of storytelling to create impactful messages and build relationships. Learn more about John at www.johnmillen.com. For more great insight on professional relationships and busin…
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If You're Cultivating Connections, Make Them Grand (EPS 872)
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29:05Susan Jarema is the Chief Connection Officer at Grand Connection, a collaborative community for heart-centered entrepreneurs built on the principles of grand giving, generosity, and mutual support. Get a free guest pass to the Grand Connection at https://grandconnection.ca/free-guest-pass/ For more great insight on professional relationships and bu…
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Success in football comes down to the basics—blocking and tackling. The same is true of networking. In his book Networking Unleashed, Michael A. Forman shares simple networking fundamentals you can turn into lasting habits. Learn about him at https://www.michaelaforman.com/. Order his book at https://tinyurl.com/4vcmzt4c. For more great insight on …
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From 2018, here's our interview with the wonderful actress Dawn Didawick, who took her final curtain call on December 21, 2025 at age 84. We discuss dealing with fear, having mentors, how to keep working, passing it on and being respectful - and lots more. With a career spanning 50+ years, she accomplished so much and will be missed by all who knew…
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Don't Miss the Forest for the Networking Trees (EPS 079)
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9:49By Frank Agin
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Network Now. Network Then. Network Forever. (EPS 870)
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30:06MPowered Advantage founder, Sheryl Powers, shares insight on building her business via networking. Learn more at https://mpoweredadvantage.com/ or contact her on LinkedIn at https://tinyurl.com/hvkxfazw For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected].…
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The First Five Seconds - Why Your Handshake Matters (EPS 869)
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12:12Frank Agin unpacks research revealing what truly makes a good handshake—and shows how this simple gesture can powerfully influence whether someone is seen as hirable. For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected] Frank Agin
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Build Relationships Via The Power of Questions (EPS 334)
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16:07This episode of the Networking Rx Minute with Frank Agin (http://frankagin.com) The answers you want often hide in the questions you ask. In this episode, Frank Agin unpacks research from Harvard Business Review that proves just how powerful asking the right questions can be. For more great insight on professional relationships and business network…
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A Battle Plan for Resolving Conflict Within Your Network (EPS 868)
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26:11Conflict is inevitable; you need a plan. Author, speaker, and coach Richard Walsh shares battle-tested strategies to turn friction into forward motion. Visit https://sharpenthespearcoaching.com/ to claim your free audio copy of Sharpen the Spear. For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at fran…
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Simple Tactics To Become A Great Listener (EPS 867)
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12:52The key to relationships is communication. And at the heart of communication is your ability to listen. Here are seven tactical insights you can use to improve your listening skills. I came across this material on Substack—check it out here: https://tinyurl.com/y5zcf63t For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking co…
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Keep Shining with Stuart MacMillan — Episode with LeAnne Ash
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46:37Welcome to The Lighthouse Collective podcast series Keep Shining with Stuart MacMillan. In this episode, Stuart sits down with fitness and nutrition coach LeAnne Ash to talk about building sustainable habits, the critical shift from relying on motivation to cultivating discipline, and creating a holistic, grace-based approach to health that fits in…
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Networking Works - Just Not Always How You'd Hope (EPS 025)
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15:09This episode of the Networking Rx Minute with Frank Agin (http://frankagin.com) Frank Agin often says, "Networking works … just not always how, when, or where you want it." In this episode, he brings that mantra to life with real-world examples. For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at frank…
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This Is The Boldest Networking Move (EPS 866)
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33:02Leadership communication coach Rob Wentz (aka Rob Z) explains why authenticity is the boldest move in building lasting, productive relationships. Learn more or schedule a call at https://www.leadimpacttransform.com/ For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected].…
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Frank Agin shares thoughts on eliminating jargon from conversation based on a blog post from communication expert, John Millen. Read the post at https://www.johnmillen.com/blog/kill-the-jargon For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected].…
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This Is How To Borrow Trust To Build Your Network (EPS 206)
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11:45This episode of the Networking Rx Minute with Frank Agin (http://frankagin.com) Trust is the currency of networking. But here's the secret—you don't always have to start from scratch. Sometimes, you can piggyback on the trust others have already earned. In this episode, Frank Agin shares a true story of how his son built a thriving power washing bu…
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Here's A Fool-Proof Method For Getting Clients To Refer You (EPS 864)
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32:23Stacey Brown Randall shares insights from her new book, The Referable Client Experience. Download a free chapter at https://referableclientexperience.com/. Contact her at https://staceybrownrandall.com/. For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected].…
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This Is How To Get Answers Without Asking Questions (EPS 863)
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15:04Frank Agin touches on the subtle, strategic conversational technique, elicitation, which is used to draw out information with direct questioning, as it leverages people urge to correct or elaborate on statements other make. For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected].…
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Keep Shining with Stuart MacMillan — Episode with Jay Adkins
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1:05:13Welcome to The Lighthouse Collective podcast series Keep Shining with Stuart MacMillan. In this episode, Stuart sits down with entrepreneur, speaker, and leader Jay Adkins to talk about redefining success, the power of family, and creating lasting impact through health, wealth, and mindset. What you will hear Jay’s journey from chasing money to bui…
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Double Down On This For Great Networking (EPS 194)
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16:25Be generous with the value you add to the world, but as you do know that you'll encounter one of four responses to these contributions. For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected]. #networking #business #innovation #entrepreneurship #networkingrx…
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Great Networking Starts with a Question (EPS 862)
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28:29Molly Ketcham, the curious connector, explains why curiosity is the secret ingredient to meaningful conversations, trust-filled relationships, and ultimately, a thriving network. Learn more at www.MollyKetcham.com For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected].…
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10,000 Introductions To Networking Greatness (EPS 861)
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12:26Frank Agin reflects on Michael Roderick's essay 10,000 Intros, exploring the idea that making introductions is powerful—and that committing to do it makes you more intentional and more effective. To subscribe to Michael's daily essays, go to https://tinyurl.com/9feccrpb For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking co…
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This Gets You Referrals By The Truckload (EPS 155)
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29:24Frank Agin unpacks the meaning of a term commonly used in AmSpirit Business Connections - Wholesale Referrals - showing how it can help you leverage your network to generate more referrals. For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected]. #networking #business #innovation #en…
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From Classrooms to Boardrooms: The Networking Gap (EPS 860)
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30:56With years of experience in higher education as well as corporate America, consultant Bill Sodeman shares about the difference in networking approach in those two worlds and why it's that way. Connect with him at https://n3ed.com/podcast/ For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at frankagin@am…
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This Is How Big To Grow Your Networking Pack (EPS 859)
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16:11What's the best size for a networking group? Answer: It depends. That said, there are considerations as too small doesn't work, and neither does too large. There is an optimal size for the pack. For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected].…
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Olivia/Viola, Final Session (TWELFTH NIGHT) - "A Dance of Grief and Desire" | The Rehearsal Room
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1:41:17Join us as we dive into two scenes featuring Olivia and Viola in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. In our FINAL session (just 3 weeks this round), we conclude this great series from 2025 focused on the two Olivia/Viola scenes Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. This will also wrap up SEASON 8 of The Working Actor's Journey! New episodes will start again in Jan…
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Keep Shining with Stuart MacMillan — Episode with Connie Sanchez
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31:12Welcome to The Lighthouse Collective podcast series Keep Shining with Stuart MacMillan. In this episode, Stuart sits down with pastor’s wife, speaker, and leader Connie Sanchez to talk about disciplining your disappointments, navigating seasons of waiting, and finding fruitfulness in the middle of transition. What you will hear Connie’s story of mo…
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This Quality-Control Exercise Leads To Improved Relationships (EPS 012)
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17:25Your network functions much like a business—building it requires branding, marketing, and client service. Frank Agin shares insights on applying corporate strategies to strengthen these aspects of your network. For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected]. #networking #bus…
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Unlocking Biblical Influence in Networking (EPS 858)
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24:50Brian Ahearn, an authority on influence and persuasion, shares insights from his new book Influence From Above and how lessons from the Bible apply to modern networking. Learn more at https://influencepeople.biz/ For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected].…
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This Is Why Your Network Is Bigger Than You Think (EPS 857)
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13:40According to research, your influence doesn't stop with your friends. Actually, it ripples on to friends of your friends. And then it continues on to friends of those friends, taking your influence to a third layer. For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected].…
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Olivia/Viola, Week 2 (TWELFTH NIGHT) - "The Tension of Love & Duty" | The Rehearsal Room
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1:47:54Join us as we dive into two scenes featuring Olivia and Viola in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. 🏁 In this session, highlights include: ➤ The nuances of gender identity and disguise in the pursuit of love ➤ Exploring the themes of desire, power dynamics, and emotional vulnerability ➤ The importance of breath control and pacing in delivering lines Act …
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Whether You React Or Respond Matters To Your Relationships (EPS 283)
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20:19Frank Agin shares an experience he had and uses it to create a distinction between our emotional reactions and our thoughtful responses. For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected]. #networking #business #innovation #entrepreneurship #networkingrx…
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Harness Social Intelligence for High-Level Networking (EPS 856)
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29:21Data analytics architect Tyler Lubben shares the many ways you can use AI to tap into people's social media—learning not only about them, but also about the groups they associate with. Connect with Tyler here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylermindgame/ For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin a…
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These Are The People You Should Be Doing Business With (EPS 855)
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14:41These Are The People You Should Be Doing Business With (EPS 855) Referrals are often the best way to get new clients. But when you need to find someone to serve you, is a referral still the smartest way to do business? Frank Agin explores this question. For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin …
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Olivia/Viola, Week 1 (TWELFTH NIGHT) - "Unmasking Love" | The Rehearsal Room
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1:50:14Join us as we dive into two scenes featuring Olivia and Viola in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. 🏁 In this session, highlights include: ➤ The significance of gender fluidity and self-expression ➤ Diving into the themes of love, identity, and societal roles ➤ The role of the fool in Shakespeare's works Act 1, Scene 5: Olivia allows Viola (in her disgui…
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Keep Shining with Stuart MacMillan — Episode with Kathleen Ross
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51:14Welcome to The Lighthouse Collective podcast series Keep Shining with Stuart MacMillan. In this episode, Stuart sits down with Kathleen Ross, a fractional CMO, creative AI educator, and speaker, to talk about leading by influence, keeping the human touch in an AI-driven world, and how creativity, risk, and authenticity shape leadership in marketing…
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Want To Overcome Impostor Syndrome? Do This. (EPS 154)
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20:41This episode of the Networking Rx Minute with Frank Agin (http://frankagin.com) Frank Agin, President of AmSpirit Business Connections, discusses Imposter Syndrome - what it is and how to overcome it. For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected].…
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Do This To Become The Worst-Kept Secret (EPS 854)
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24:31Susie Moon, Chief Connection Officer at Susie Moon Consulting, shares ideas and insights on expanding your network, building referral partnerships, and being unforgettable. Connect with this connector at https://linktr.ee/susiemoon For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at frankagin@amspirit.…
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The Shortest Path to Happiness & Trust? Smile (EPS 853)
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12:24In professional networking, trust is everything. Learn how a simple smile can break barriers, build rapport, and spark meaningful professional relationships. For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected] Frank Agin
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A Midsummer Night's Dream (3.2), Final Session: "A Forest of Heartache" - Lovers Fight | The Rehearsal Room
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51:19Join us as we dive into the lovers fight: Helena is pursued by both Lysander and Demetrius, Hermia threatens Helena, and Lysander and Demetrius prepare to duel - from Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. 🏁 In this session, highlights include: ➤ The intricate dynamics of friendship and betrayal between Helena and Hermia ➤ Insights into the rheto…
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This Is How To Create A Sense Of Invincibility In Your Networking (EPS 092)
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12:56This episode of the Networking Rx Minute with Frank Agin (http://frankagin.com) Frank Agin, president of AmSpirit Business Connections, offers up a mindset you can use to become uber confident in almost any setting. For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected].…
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In Networking Your Brand, Being Different Is Key (EPS 852)
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25:47Goldie Chan, author of Personal Branding for Introverts, explains how consistently striving to be just a little different helped elevate her personal brand awareness compared to those around her. Learn more about the book at https://www.goldiechan.com/book For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Ag…
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In Building Trust, Where You've Come From Matters (EPS 851)
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13:44Frank Agin reviews the findings of two separate studies related to social class, past and present, and how that might impact the extent to which others perceive you as trustworthy. For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected].…
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A Midsummer Night's Dream (3.2), Week 3: "Words as Weapons" - Lovers Fight | The Rehearsal Room
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1:48:44Join us as we dive into the lovers fight: Helena is pursued by both Lysander and Demetrius, Hermia threatens Helena, and Lysander and Demetrius prepare to duel - from Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. 🏁 In this session, highlights include: ➤ How to convey action through language ➤ Utilizing plosives and elongated vowels to enhance emotional …
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Keep Shining with Stuart MacMillan — Episode with Daryl Black
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35:13Welcome to The Lighthouse Collective podcast series Keep Shining with Stuart MacMillan. In this episode Stuart sits down with pastor, musician, speaker, and author Daryl Black to talk honestly about anxiety, identity, trauma, and practical habits that help us keep our light burning in a cloudy world. What you will hear Daryl’s personal story: losin…
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Working Through That Brass Tacks Networking Conversation (EPS 071)
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9:52This episode of the Networking Rx Minute with Frank Agin (http://frankagin.com) Big things can come from small talk. But what if the person we're communicating with isn't interested in small talk. Frank Agin, president of AmSpirit Business Connections explores the potential dilemma this creates. For more great insight on professional relationships …
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You Might Be One Lunch Away From Changing Your Life (EPS 850)
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26:41Brad Fisher—Executive Director of the Gahanna Area Chamber of Commerce and Owner of C Suites Executive Offices—shares how networking played a key role in his success. It all began with a single lunch meeting from a random LinkedIn connection. Contact him via https://www.csuitesoffices.com/ For more great insight on professional relationships and bu…
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This Trick Will Help You Read The Personality Of Others (EPS 849)
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10:18No doubt you want to build your network with good people. That begs the question: How can you determine who are truly the happy, enthusiastic, kind, generous, capable and emotionally stable people — and who are not? For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking contact Frank Agin at [email protected].…
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A Midsummer Night's Dream (3.2), Week 2: "Jealousy & Confusion" - Lovers Fight | The Rehearsal Room
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2:12:08Join us as we dive into the lovers fight: Helena is pursued by both Lysander and Demetrius, Hermia threatens Helena, and Lysander and Demetrius prepare to duel - from Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. 🏁 In this session, highlights include: ➤ The complexity of character relationships and their evolution ➤ Insights into the juxtaposition of lo…
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This Is Why Tickling Others Is Good For Networking (EPS 043)
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10:52This episode of the Networking Rx Minute with Frank Agin (http://frankagin.com) Networking is about bringing joy to others by giving to them. In this episode, Frank Agin, president of AmSpirit Business Connections, shares how we can ensure that this networking giving has its biggest impact. For more great insight on professional relationships and b…
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