Best Ari Rastegar Podcasts (2025)

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Stephanie Olson: Letting Go to Grow – Leading with Resilience, Prevention, and Purpose 33:41

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About Stephanie Olson: Stephanie Olson is a speaker, author, and CEO of The Set Me Free Project®. With a BA in Psychology, an MA in Strategic Communication, and an honorary doctorate, Stephanie's expertise spans leadership, trauma, and resilience. A survivor of domestic and sexual violence, she brings lived experience and research to her work, insp…

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Andy Posner: Financing Justice and Building Bridges to Better Leadership 36:20

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About Andy Posner: Andy Posner is the founder and CEO of Capital Good Fund. He’s a leader redefining what financial stewardship looks like—proving that effective leadership is not just about vision, but about using that vision to lift people out of poverty. Andy’s work blends purpose, courage, and action, making him a model for leaders who want to …

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Jonathan Shively: Leading with Compassion—Supporting Grief and Building Trust in Organizations 39:56

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About Jonathan Shively: Jonathan has over 35 years of experience as a pastor, educator, fundraiser, and church and nonprofit executive. He is currently the Executive Director of Fox Valley Hands of Hope, a nonprofit providing no-cost grief care following a death loss. Additionally, he is a leadership and organizational companion through ArtistryLea…

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Lisa Goldenthal: Elevating Leadership Through Wellness, Emotional Intelligence & The BOSS Method 31:55

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About Lisa Goldenthal: Lisa Goldenthal is a Top 15 Executive Coach, bestselling author, and host of WholeCEO with Lisa G. Known for her signature BOSS Method, she helps high-performing CEOs and leaders master energy, emotional intelligence, and execution to lead powerfully in disruptive times. With decades of experience coaching elite executives an…

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Five Mistakes Business Owners Make about Cash Flow 20:52

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In this solo episode, Net Profit CFO Ryan Kimler breaks down the five most common mistakes business owners make when it comes to cash flow—and why “more money in the bank” doesn’t automatically mean your business is healthy. Drawing from real client experiences, Ryan explains the difference between profit and cash, how to avoid “growing broke,” and…

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Ari Rastegar: Turning Failure Into Leadership and Success 32:33

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About Ari Rastegar: Ari Rastegar is the Founder and CEO of Rastegar Capital, a vertically integrated real estate investment firm with a diversified portfolio spanning multifamily, industrial, and mixed-use properties across the United States and abroad. Dubbed “The Oracle of Austin” by Forbes, Ari has built a billion-dollar platform grounded in inn…

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Mark Dolfini: Financial Statement Breakdown for Business Owners Part 2 31:14

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About Mark Dolfini: Mark Dolfini is a Life and Business Strategist, U.S. Marine veteran, and bestselling author of The Time-Wealthy Investor 2.0. As the founder of Strategic Boardroom LLC, he helps entrepreneurs and business owners regain control of their calendars, design businesses that serve their lives, and break free from the trap of constant …

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Bob Campana: Building Bridges Through Human Connection and Leadership 58:49

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About Bob Campana: Robert “Bob” Campana is a California builder, landscape designer, real estate developer, restaurateur, and all-around serial entrepreneur. Born in San Francisco, he grew up in the Sierra Nevada foothills. At age twenty, he quit his job on a backwoods survey crew to travel the world, a journey that changed his life. Returning to C…

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Mark Dolfini: Financial Statement Breakdown for Business Owners 53:48

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About Mark Dolfini: Mark Dolfini is a Life and Business Strategist, U.S. Marine veteran, and bestselling author of The Time-Wealthy Investor 2.0. As the founder of Strategic Boardroom LLC, he helps entrepreneurs and business owners regain control of their calendars, design businesses that serve their lives, and break free from the trap of constant …

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Michael Ryer: Planting Seeds of Hope: A Leader's Mission to Transform Lives Globally 42:28

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About Michael Ryer: Michael E. Ryer serves as President and CEO of Amigos Internacionales, bringing nearly five decades of ministry and nonprofit leadership to the organization. His calling began in Bonham, Texas, where he first served as a Music and Youth Minister at Boyd Baptist Church before leading in various youth, education, and administrativ…

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Ari Rastegar: The Gift of Failure, Business Fundamentals, and Thriving in a Changing World 27:05

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About Ari Rastegar: Ari is the CEO and Founder of Rastegar Property Company, a real estate investment firm dedicated to helping high-income individuals and institutional investors generate stable income and sustainable wealth. Guided by a clear mission—to make institutional-grade opportunities accessible to everyday investors—Ari leads with both ex…

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Kevin Neal: The Leader in the Mirror: Reflecting on Self-Leadership 19:43

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In this episode, Kevin discusses: Why self-leadership is the hardest form of leadership The importance of feedback as a mirror for growth How perception shapes influence and connection The role of humility and self-awareness in building credibility Moving from positional authority to authentic influence Key Takeaways: The toughest person to lead is…

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Chris Marshall: Verified Backups for Data Protection! 24:36

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About Chris Marshall: Chris Marshall is a lifelong programmer and entrepreneur with 32 years of technology experience who founded Verified Backups after repeatedly witnessing critical data loss in client businesses. With a US patent granted three and a half years ago, Chris developed a unique verification system that goes beyond traditional backup …

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Jack Corby: Bridging Innovation and Purpose in Higher Education 32:46

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About Jack Corby: Jack Corby is the Vice President of Stevens Strategy, LLC. Jack leads the firm’s day-to-day operations, business development, and relationship management, and supports the team of consultants in their work with our clients. Jack holds a B.A. in Policy Studies from Elon University. In this episode, Kevin and Jack Corby discuss: Cha…

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Mark Dolfini: VIPER Methodology 28:40

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About Mark Dolfini: Mark Dolfini is a Life and Business Strategist, U.S. Marine veteran, and bestselling author of The Time-Wealthy Investor 2.0. As the founder of Strategic Boardroom LLC, he helps entrepreneurs and business owners regain control of their calendars, design businesses that serve their lives, and break free from the trap of constant …

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Colleen Perry Keith: Cultivating Curiosity: Leadership Lessons from a College President 35:45

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About Colleen Perry Keith: Colleen Perry Keith, Ph.D., is the 14th and first female president in the 140-year history of Goldey-Beacom College, assuming the role on July 1, 2019. With nearly 40 years of experience in higher education, she previously served as president of Pfeiffer University and Spartanburg Methodist College. Dr. Keith serves on mu…

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Lamell McMorris: The Power to Persist: Eight Habits for Resilience 33:42

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About Lamell McMorris: Dr. Lamell McMorris is a visionary leader, author, and advocate for resilience and significance. As the founder and CEO of Phase 2 Consulting, based in Washington, DC, he has redefined strategic advisory services to empower clients in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors to make a meaningful impact. With a career spanni…

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Mark Ryski: Store Traffic is a Gift: Turning Data into Retail Success 32:31

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About Mark Ryski: Mark Ryski is the Founder and CEO of HeadCount, a pioneer in store traffic and conversion analytics since 1994. He is the author of two landmark books—When Retail Customers Count, the first book ever written on the subject, and CONVERSION: The Last Great Retail Metric, now considered the industry’s definitive guide. His expertise …

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Jared Ribley: Exit Planning Playbook: Ready For Exit Tool 26:29

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About Jared Ribley: Jared Ribley is Managing Partner at Capstone M&A and President of the Exit Planning Institute’s St. Louis Chapter. A Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Jared specializes in guiding business owners through high-stakes transitions with clarity, empathy, and precision. He leads M&A strategy, exit planning, and owner education …

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Christian Boucousis: Mission-Driven Leadership: From Fighter Pilot to Business Innovator 41:53

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About Christian Boucousis: Christian “Boo” Boucousis is a former fighter pilot, CEO of Afterburner, and host of The Few Podcast. With decades of experience leading high-performance teams in both military and business environments, Boo empowers leaders to apply proven fighter-pilot methodologies, such as flawless execution and disciplined debriefing…

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Stacey Brown Randall: Referable Client Experience 30:37

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About Stacey Brown Randall: Stacey Brown Randall is the author of the new book, The Referable Client Experience, the award-winning book, Generating Business Referrals Without Asking, and the host of the Roadmap to Referrals podcast. Stacey teaches business owners how to generate referrals naturally...without manipulating, incentivizing, or even ask…

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Phillip Bogolub: From Zero to Vision: Embracing Your Imagination 55:52

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About Phillip Bogolub: Phillip is a rare fusion of logic, creativity, and soulful curiosity. He’s a movie writer, creator, and producer whose stories don’t just entertain — they challenge the way we see the world. As a music composer, his soundtracks speak without words. As a philosopher, he asks the questions we didn’t even know we needed to answe…

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Annual Planning – What You Need to Know 16:54

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The end of the year is closer than you think—and with it comes one of the most critical opportunities for your business. In this solo episode, I’m diving deep into why annual planning is the secret weapon that keeps businesses thriving instead of just surviving. You’ll discover how to cut through the noise of day-to-day tasks and focus on what trul…

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George Pesansky: Unleashing Your Super Performance: Strategies for Reaching Your Full Potential 32:32

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About George Pesansky: George Pesansky is a recognized leader in Operational Excellence, with a career spanning more than 30 years in performance optimization, executive coaching, and systematic improvement. He has trained and coached over 10,000 professionals across six continents and helped Fortune 500 companies and nonprofits alike drive measura…

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Patrick Ungashick: Strategic Business Exit Planning 30:53

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About Patrick Ungashick: Patrick Ungashick is a nationally recognized author, speaker, and CEO with more than 30 years of experience advising business owners and leadership teams on growth, leadership, and exit strategy. As founder of NAVIX Consultants, he has helped guide hundreds of companies through successful exits, representing over $2.5 billi…

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Gui Costin: Building a Culture of Kindness and High Performance: Leadership Lessons from Dakota 29:08

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About Gui Costin: Gui Costin is the Founder and CEO of Dakota, a financial software, data, and media company based in Philadelphia, PA. Dakota’s flagship product, Dakota Marketplace, is a database of institutional investors used by over 6,000 fundraisers and many of the leading global investment firms. Prior to starting his entrepreneurial career, …

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Lamell McMorris: The Power to Persist: 8 Habits of Resilient Leadership 31:53

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About Lamell McMorris: Lamell grew up on Chicago’s South Side, navigating challenges and learning early that persistence isn’t just a mindset—it’s a necessity. From there, he built Phase 2 Consulting and now advises Fortune 100 executives, civic leaders, and organizations working to bridge public, private, and nonprofit sectors. His journey inspire…

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Dr. Rachel Boehm: From Productivity Pressure to Sustainable Leadership and Growth 27:24

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About Dr. Rachel Boehm: Dr. Rachel Boehm is an organizational behavior expert with decades of experience in individual, team, and organizational change. Through RB Strategies, Dr. Rachel helps leaders change chaos when they are experiencing the chaos of change, whether it's from large business transitions or the constant pivots increasingly require…

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Jana Franklin: Fearless Leadership: Turning Chaos into Clarity 38:10

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About Jana Franklin: Jana Franklin is a serial entrepreneur, franchise expert, and business efficiency strategist based in St. Louis, Missouri. She is the Founder and CEO of CEO Concierge, a premium virtual assistant agency that connects fast-moving entrepreneurs and executives with highly trained virtual assistants from the Philippines, enabling t…

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Elise Holtzman: Developing Leaders: Skills, Behaviors, and Mindsets 34:30

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About Elise Holtzman: Elise Holtzman is a former practicing lawyer, executive coach and consultant, and the CEO of The Lawyer’s Edge, where for more than 16 years she and her team have worked with law firms to grow thriving businesses by helping lawyers become better business developers and leaders. She is the creator of the Lawyers Making Rain pro…

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David Bellar: Servant Leadership: Building Bridges Through Genuine Connection 36:20

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About David Bellar: David Bellar is a dynamic leader at the intersection of faith, education, and service. He is the President and CEO of Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University — a role that combines academic leadership with a deep commitment to the mission of forming compassionate, purpose-driven professionals. He is not only a seasoned ed…

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Matt Darner: Legal Collections for More Profits 33:34

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About Matt Darner: Matt Darner is a nationally recognized speaker and co-founder of CollBox, whose methodology has helped law firms recover over $100 million in unpaid invoices. He’s been featured by the American Bar Association, Federal Bar Association, and the Association of Legal Administrators, among others. Matt’s approach to law firm collecti…

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Meg Crosby and Howard Cleveland: People Are Capital: Transforming Leadership Through Strategic Talent Development 36:16

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About Meg Crosby and Howard Cleveland: Meg Crosby is a seasoned strategist, trusted advisor, and champion of culture. With a deep background in organizational development and executive leadership, Meg brings clarity, compassion, and candor to the often-complex work of aligning people with vision. Howard Cleveland is a big-picture thinker with a gif…

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Mark Ryski: The Unseen Gift of Retail Store Traffic 27:15

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About Mark Ryski: Mark Ryski is the Founder and CEO of HeadCount Corporation, a pioneering firm in store traffic and conversion analytics since 1994. He is a recognized industry authority and the author of three influential books, including Store Traffic Is a Gift and CONVERSION: The Last Great Retail Metric. Mark’s work has shaped how retailers wo…

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Patrick Ungashick: Building Great Teams Through D-Day Leadership Lessons 34:01

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In this episode, Kevin and Patrick Ungashick discuss: Why a successful business exit depends more on the team than the transaction The myth of “building a great company” vs. building a great team How leadership culture often fails when founders remain the sole point of value The impact of mentorship and storytelling on leadership development Lesson…

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Ryan Kimler: An Interview of the Host! 36:44

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This episode’s a little different—Michael Burke steps in as guest host and interviews me for a change. We dig into how I ended up doing this work, why I care so much about helping small business owners, and what really happens when we bring strategy and numbers together. I talk about the early moments that lit a fire in me, and the systems we use n…

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K'Lee Terrazas: Scaling Success: Solving Business Bottlenecks with Emotional Intelligence and Strategic Problem-Solving 37:54

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In this episode, Kevin and K'Lee Terrazas discuss: How entrepreneurs can solve business bottlenecks by improving intake processes and using emotional intelligence The importance of problem-solving, delegation, and strategic thinking in scaling a business Why mentorship, coaching, and continuous learning are critical for leadership development How s…

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Jason Dames: Bring Quality Video to your Marketing 27:52

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About Jason Dames: Jason Dames is a seasoned video producer with over 12 years of experience creating compelling content that connects and converts. He began filming social media content in the fitness industry while running his own personal training business, eventually discovering a deep passion for video storytelling. In 2019, he launched Radian…

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Kevin Neal: Leadership: Climbing to the Top Together 13:16

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In this episode, Kevin discusses: The Myth of "Getting to the Top" in leadership Why viewing leadership as a solo climb is fundamentally flawed The importance of using your leadership perspective to help others How true leadership is about connection, not control The danger of seeing yourself as "above" your team Key Takeaways: The top is a vantage…

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Chris Robinson: From Drift to Drive: Overcoming Complacency and Reaching Your Potential 33:40

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In this episode, Kevin and Chris Robinson discuss: Why complacency often hides behind success and busyness The power of clarity and intentional growth in leadership effectiveness How mentorship, proximity, and community accelerate leadership momentum The difference between contentment and complacency — and how to spot it Creating a leadership legac…

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Amy Nunn: Profit Through People 38:46

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About Amy Nunn: Amy Nunn is a highly respected Leadership Mentor and expert with over 20 years of experience. As a certified practitioner with Everything DiSC® facilitator and an authorized partner with The Wiley Group, Amy specializes in guiding leaders, teams, and organizations toward better communication, stronger relationships, and more effecti…

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Robert Rhoton: Healing Systems: Transforming Leadership Through Connection and Trauma-Informed Practices 45:57

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In this episode, Kevin and Robert Rhoton discuss: Why organizational efficiency often comes at the cost of human connection How unresolved trauma affects leadership capacity and relational intelligence Creating regulated leaders through intentional systems, not reactive behavior How mentorship, community, and curiosity drive lasting change Building…

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Davina Frederick: The Wealthy Woman Lawyer 35:10

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About Davina Frederick: Attorney Davina Frederick is the founder and CEO of Wealthy Woman Lawyer, a company that helps women law firm owners scale their law firm businesses and become millionaires. She's also the author of two books on law firm marketing and management, and the founder of the number one podcast for women in law, the Wealthy Woman L…

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Drew Smith: Transforming Leadership: Curiosity, Creativity, and the Power of Psychological Safety 45:07

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In this episode, Kevin and Drew Smith discuss: Turning fear into curiosity as a leadership superpower The danger of self-censorship and how leaders can create judgment-free spaces Building psychological safety and trust to unleash creativity and innovation The overlooked influence of middle managers on team culture and resilience Why embracing your…

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Michael Burke: Unlocking Business Potential and Inner Resources 30:52

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About Michael Burke: Michael unlocks human potential so small businesses break through ceilings with less burnout and without delay. He has expertly coached hundreds of business owners, executives, and their leadership teams across the United States. His unique insight into what it takes to break through is forged in experience as a former "Turn-Ar…

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Theresa Crimmins: Nature's Rhythms: Leadership, Science, and Listening to the Environment 45:38

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In this episode, Kevin and Theresa Crimmins discuss: Leading through adversity and guiding a mission during a funding crisis How phenology connects nature’s rhythms to human decision-making The importance of listening with both heart and intellect in leadership conversations Using storytelling and curiosity to engage diverse audiences around scienc…

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Joe LoPresti: Achieving Freedom Through Planning 28:42

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About Joe LoPresti: Joseph F. LoPresti is the founder and CEO of ClearPath Family Office and Arlington Wealth Management, bringing nearly four decades of experience in wealth advisory. Disillusioned by Wall Street’s sales-driven culture early in his career, Joe developed a proprietary investment methodology focused on wealth preservation, proactive…

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Phillip Bogolub: Built from Belief: Leading When You Have Nothing But Vision 46:59

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In this episode, Kevin and Phillip Bogolub discuss: Leading with nothing but a dream, faith, and a deadline How apprehension and uncertainty signal authentic faith Why ideas and creativity are meant to be shared, not hoarded The unseen, sacred power of imagination in leadership Creating impact through service, conversation, and small, unseen moment…

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Christopher Filipiak: Building a Sales-Ready Organization 27:49

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About Christopher Filipiak: Christopher Filipiak helps CEOs succeed at their own sales work by building Sales Ready Organizations that generate consistent, profitable revenue. With a background in engineering, data analytics, and Fortune 100 consulting, he combines strategy, execution, and mindset transformation to drive measurable growth. Drawing …

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Michelle Machado: Bridging Connections – From Disconnection to Purpose-Driven Leadership 38:44

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In this episode, Kevin and Michelle Machado discuss: How the digital age and COVID disrupted human connection and leadership habits Why mindset transformation is essential for lasting personal and organizational change The growing crisis of loneliness, social disconnection, and what leaders can do about it Embracing intuition, alignment, and faith …