New website: RiskCommentary.ca We see a contradiction: increased need for Enterprise Risk Management, while risk managers report low perceived value of their processes. High Quality Risk Assessment addresses uncertainty and helps solve chronic business problems. Join Edward Robertson, successful ERM practitioner, to discover a simple process that delivers clear value.
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Real Talk. Real Growth. Real Results in the Mid-Market Jane Gentry consulted in enterprise for 20 years. And, after being a CEO in a mid-sized company, she realized why they say it is loneliest at the top. Mid-market CEOs learn their craft through trial and error or by reaching outside their organization for help. She launched CEOs Unscripted as a bi-weekly podcast by mid-market CEOs for mid-market CEOs. Our purpose is to provide insight into the unscripted, unfiltered journeys of CEOs and F ...
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Welcome to "Your Path to Career Success"! Hey! This isn’t just another career podcast. Think of it like a chat with a friend who’s been there, done that and can help you make sense of your next steps. It’s your go-to for navigating the highs, the lows, and all the messy bits in between. Whether you’re stepping into your first leadership role, making a big career move, or just wondering what’s next, I’m here to help you figure it out. Each episode is full of practical tips, real stories, and ...
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In the rapidly advancing digital age, artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries and improving productivity across the board. Whether you're a small business owner, data analyst, or a tech enthusiast, AI has become a pivotal tool to streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and gain valuable insights from data. Cal AI is one such platform that brings the power of AI directly to your fingertips, providing cutting-edge solutions for businesses and individuals alike. Now, wit ...
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S9 Ep8: Stepping into the Role Before You Get It: Acting Like an Executive Now So the Promotion Feels Inevitable
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15:21Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategies to thrive in your career. In this episode, we continue Phase 2 of our journey: Positioning for Executive Opportunity. Last week, we explored what CEOs and boards are really looking for in senior leaders. This week, we shift the focu…
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The Hidden Crisis Behind Your 5G: A CEO's Mission to Save the Telecom Workforce
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49:59In this compelling episode of CEOs Unscripted, host Jane Gentry sits down with Letizia Latino, CEO of Neptune USA, to explore the unique challenges of leading in the telecommunications infrastructure industry. From managing the boom-and-bust cycles of wireless construction to championing workforce development through apprenticeships, Letizia shares…
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S9 Ep7: The C-Suite Selection Process: Inside the Mind of the CEO and Board: What They Are Really Looking For and How to Show You Have It
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17:57Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategies to thrive in your career. In this episode, we continue Phase 2 of our journey: Positioning for Executive Opportunity. Last week, we explored how to showcase enterprise impact in your career narrative. This week, we’re stepping into …
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S9 Ep6: Showcasing Enterprise Impact in Your Career Narrative: Framing Achievements to Demonstrate Readiness for the Top
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18:30Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategies to thrive in your career. In this episode, we’re continuing Phase 2 of our journey: Positioning for Executive Opportunity. Last week, we explored how to build a personal brand that commands executive respect. This week, we’re going …
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The $50M Exit Blueprint: How a Blue-Collar Kid Built & Sold an International Business
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54:29What happens when a blue-collar kid from South Jersey transforms into a business-scaling expert? In this episode of CEOs Unscripted, host Jane Gentry sits down with her longtime mentor and business partner Pat Alacqua to uncover the raw truth about entrepreneurial growth, leadership transformation, and the psychological barriers that keep founders …
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S9 Ep5: Creating a Personal Brand That Commands Executive Respect: Making Sure Your Reputation Opens Doors Before You Walk In
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16:22Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategies to thrive in your career. In this episode, we’re starting Phase 2 of our journey: Positioning for Executive Opportunity. Over the next few weeks, we’ll explore how to prepare yourself to be seen, considered, and chosen for C-suite r…
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S9 Ep4: Managing Risk Like a CEO: Balancing Innovation and Risk in Decisions that Impact the Entire Company
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15:23By Kathryn Hall "The Career Owl"
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Cal AI Referral Code “QHHAMX” – Get 20% Off on Your First Plan!
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2:36Cal AI Referral Code “QHHAMX” – Get 20% Off on Your First Plan!By careerp
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AI Strategy for Mid-Market CEOs: How to Start, Scale & Succeed Without Getting Left Behind | Chris Happ
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57:25Is AI overwhelming your mid-market business? You're not alone. In this unfiltered episode of CEOs Unscripted, host Jane Gentry sits down with Chris Happ, CEO of Virtuous AI and serial entrepreneur, to break down exactly how mid-market CEOs should approach AI strategy—without the tech jargon or corporate bureaucracy. What You'll Learn: ✅ Why AI is a…
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S9 Ep3: Shaping Strategy, Not Just Delivering It
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13:45Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategies to thrive in your career. In this episode, we’re taking on a critical leap for any aspiring C-Suite leader: moving beyond delivering plans to actively shaping the strategy of your organisation. At the executive table, it’s not enoug…
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S9 Ep2: Commercial Acumen: Speaking the Language of the Board
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18:35Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategies to thrive in your career. Today we’re tackling a critical capability for every aspiring executive: commercial acumen. Because at the board level, it’s not enough to bring great ideas, you need to show that you understand the financi…
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S9 Ep1: From Department Head to Enterprise Leader
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21:55Welcome to Season 9 of Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the mindset, influence, and executive presence to thrive at the highest levels of leadership. We’re kicking things off with one of the biggest leaps in your career: moving from leading a function to thinking and operating like an enterprise or C-Suite leader. If y…
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How to Build Trust and Lead High-Performing Teams: CEO Steve Hedrick Shares Military Leadership Secrets
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58:18Join host Jane Gentry in this compelling episode of CEOs Unscripted as she sits down with Steve Hedrick, CEO of AVN Corporation, for an unfiltered conversation about leadership, empathy, and building successful organizations in today's competitive business landscape. What You'll Learn in This Episode: - Leadership Fundamentals - How military experi…
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S8 Ep11: How to Build a 3-Year Career Strategy (That Doesn’t Feel Rigid)
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10:52Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence and strategies to thrive in your career. In this final episode of Season 8, we’re talking about something that can feel both exciting and overwhelming: creating a 3-year career strategy that gives you clarity and direction, without locking you into…
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From Carpenter’s Son to $500M CEO: Growth by Fundamentals, Not Fads — Troy Place (Place Services Inc.)
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57:46What does it really take to scale from $60M to $500M without turning your company into a bureaucracy? In this candid conversation, Troy Place (CEO, Place Services Inc.) and host Jane Gentry unpack the unsexy fundamentals behind year-over-year $100M growth: fast decision-making, quality that the customer defines, ruthless focus on profitability, hir…
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S8 Ep10: Perfectionism Is Killing Your Progress – Let’s Talk About It
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13:28Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategies to thrive in your career. In this just over 13-minute episode, we’re diving into a quiet but powerful career blocker: perfectionism. Whether you’re triple-checking every email, endlessly polishing projects, or waiting until you feel…
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S8 Ep9: Reset & Rise - Making Sundays Work for You
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8:08Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategies to thrive in your career. In this just over 8-minute episode, we’re talking about that Sunday feeling — the unease, the mental noise, and the pressure that creeps in just as the weekend winds down. Whether it’s low-key dread or a fu…
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Fortune 100 Tips: Cash Management, Talent Strategy & Decision-Making Speed with Stacey Tank
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50:40Are you a mid-market CEO struggling with cash flow, talent retention, or decision-making speed? Fortune 100 veteran turned growth company CEO Stacey Tank reveals the exact strategies that transformed her leadership from managing billion-dollar enterprises at GE, Home Depot, and Heineken to scaling a high-growth beauty brand. KEY TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 -…
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S8 Ep8: Quieting the Noise — Finding Focus in a Distracted World
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7:54Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategies to thrive in your career. In this just under 8-minute episode, I explore something we’re all battling — the noise. Not just the pings, emails, and social media scrolls, but the internal noise too: overthinking, self-doubt, compariso…
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S8 Ep7: When You’re ‘Too Good’ at Your Current Role: How to Get Unstuck
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11:19Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategies to thrive in your career. In this 11-minute episode, I explore a surprising challenge many high performers face: feeling “too good” at your current role. It sounds like a dream, right? But mastering your job without new challenges c…
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From the NFL to the C-Suite: Rich Scanlon's Journey of Calculated Risk-Taking
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49:16In this episode of CEOs Unscripted, host Jane sits down with Rich Scanlon, Chairman of Sendible and a former NFL linebacker turned successful SaaS CEO. Rich shares his extraordinary journey from the football field to the boardroom, revealing how lessons in discipline, accountability, and high-stakes decision-making shaped his leadership style. Tune…
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S8 Ep6: Handling Public Failure: What to Do When Things Go Wrong in Front of Others
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9:29Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategy to thrive in your career. In this 9-minute episode, I open up about something we all face but rarely talk about — public failure. Whether it’s freezing in a boardroom, sending that dreaded reply-all, or stumbling during a presentation…
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S8 Ep5: The Politics of Leadership: Navigating Power, Alliances & Influence Ethically
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12:09Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategy to thrive in your career. In this 12-minute episode, I’m exploring the often misunderstood world of leadership politics — not the backstabbing kind, but the real, human dynamics of power, influence, and alliances. 🔍 What You’ll Learn …
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The Gratitude Advantage: How One CEO Built a Thriving Culture Through Authentic Leadership
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50:00What happens when a 39-year-old takes over a family business and inherits employees who are decades older? In this powerful episode of CEOs Unscripted, Jane Gentry sits down with Jim Nooney, who transformed Nooney Controls through the revolutionary power of gratitude and authentic leadership. Jim shares his raw journey from feeling "unsuited" to ru…
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S8 Ep4: Building Executive Presence – Stand Out and Lead with Confidence
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17:56Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategy to thrive in your career. In this 17-minute episode, I’m diving into something that many of us hear about but don’t always fully understand: executive presence. You know that “it factor” people talk about—the ability to walk into a ro…
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S8 Ep3: Mastering the Numbers That Get You Promoted – Finance Skills Every Leader Needs
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18:06Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategy to thrive in your career. In this 18-minute episode, we’re diving into one of the most underrated leadership superpowers - finance fluency. Whether you’re leading people, projects, or pitching ideas to senior stakeholders, understandi…
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From Lean Processes to Human Potential: Building Meaningful Work Environments
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55:32What happens when a supply chain expert who built and sold a successful consulting firm realizes the real problem isn't broken processes—it's broken workplaces? In this episode of CEOs Unscripted, host Jane Gentry sits down with Robert Martichenko, founder of Trail Path Workplace Solutions and former CEO of Lean Core Supply Chain, for an eye-openin…
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S8 Ep2: How to Communicate Effectively with Senior Stakeholders: Strategies for New Leaders
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15:05Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategy to thrive in your career. In this just over 15-minute episode, we’re tackling a challenge that many new leaders face — communicating with senior stakeholders in a way that builds trust, influence, and credibility. Whether you’ve just …
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S8 Ep1: The CV Shift That Takes You from Operational to Leader
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16:50Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success — the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategies to thrive in your career. We’re kicking off Season 8 with an episode that could completely change how you position yourself for leadership roles — starting with your CV. If you’re feeling stuck in an “operational” box, even though y…
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Beyond the Exhibit: Building a People-First Company with Michael McMahon
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56:42What happens when a bartender-turned-restaurant-owner discovers a passion for experiential marketing and becomes the CEO of one of the top exhibit houses in the country? You get Michael McMahon. In this episode, Michael opens up to host, Jane Gentry, about his winding path to leadership, how he cultivated his leadership voice over decades, and what…
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S7 Ep11: Letting Go of "Should" — Rewriting Your Own Success Story
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14:41Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success, the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategies to thrive in your career. And can you believe it? This is the final episode of Season 7 — and what a journey it’s been! With 75+ episodes and over 1,000 downloads since we launched in November 2023, I’m so grateful you’ve been part o…
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Protect the King: Navigating Family, Business & Hard Decisions with Mark McKenzie
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47:30How do you run a thriving business with your siblings—without losing your sanity or your bottom line? In this episode of CEOs Unscripted, Mark McKenzie, CEO of DocQmax, shares the gritty, inspiring story behind his family’s 50-year journey in the printing industry. From navigating family dynamics and hard conversations to staying innovative through…
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S7 Ep10: Leading Without Burning Out — What to Know Before It’s Too Late
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15:01Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success, the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategy to thrive in your career. In this 15-minute episode, we’re shining a light on a challenge many leaders face behind the scenes — burnout. Whether you’re stepping into leadership for the first time or have been leading for years, this co…
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S7 Ep9: Leading the Unmotivated — Strategies for Boosting Team Engagement
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12:43Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success, the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategies to thrive in your career. In this 12-minute episode, we’re tackling one of the trickiest leadership challenges: how to effectively lead and reignite motivation when your team seems disengaged or running on empty. Whether you're manag…
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The Servant CEO: Bold Leadership Lessons with Mike Plaia
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53:51In this episode of CEOs Unscripted, host Jane Gentry sits down with Mike Plaia, CEO of PharmaPoint, for an unscripted masterclass on building culture, embracing servant leadership, and staying bold in the face of adversity. (05:34) The GE program that fast-tracked Mike’s business instincts (07:25) Why Mike tells young professionals to start with st…
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S7 Ep8: Turning the Page — Overcoming Fear and Stepping into a New Career
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12:57Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success, the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategy to thrive in your career. In this 12 minute episode, we’ll explore practical and mindset shifts to help you turn the page and step confidently into your next career chapter – whether you’re thinking about switching careers, stepping in…
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S7 Ep7: How to Get on the Radar for Leadership Opportunities
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11:07Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success, the podcast that helps you build the skills, confidence, and strategy to thrive in your career. In this 11-minute episode, we dive into a question that comes up often in coaching conversations: “How do I get noticed for leadership opportunities?” Maybe you've been quietly excelling in your role, but feel…
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Leading with Transparency: Lessons in Open-Book Culture with John Costello
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57:35What happens when a 16-year-old managing adults becomes a CEO of a niche manufacturing company? In this candid and inspiring episode of CEOs Unscripted, host Jane Gentry sits down with John Costello, CEO of Cherry’s Industrial Equipment, for a real conversation about leadership, legacy, and the power of transparency. From navigating a tense busines…
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S7 Ep6: Redundancy as a Springboard: How to Move Forward with Confidence
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16:38Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success! In this empowering 15-minute episode, we delve into the topic of redundancy—not as an ending, but as an opportunity for transformation. Whether you’ve recently faced redundancy, fear it, or know someone who has, this episode offers a new perspective on how to approach the situation with resilience and co…
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S7 Ep5: Why We React – The Psychology Behind Our Actions
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19:47Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success! In this 19-minute episode, we dive into the fascinating world of human behaviour and unpack why we react the way we do — especially under pressure. Understanding the psychology behind your responses can transform how you lead, communicate, and make decisions in your career. Whether you're navigating unce…
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Mission First, People Always: Leadership Wisdom from Marine and CEO, Patrick Gough
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1:09:47In this dynamic episode of CEOs Unscripted, host Jane Gentry sits down with Patrick "Paddy" Gough — retired Marine Corps officer, former aerospace CEO, and founder of Poseidon Consulting — for a candid and insightful conversation on what true leadership looks like. Together, they explore Paddy’s "Seven Cs" of leadership: competence, candor, courage…
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S7 Ep4: The CEO Mindset – Thinking and Acting Like a Senior Leader
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14:47Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success! In this 14-minute episode, we unpack what it really means to adopt the CEO mindset—because stepping into senior leadership starts long before the job title. Whether you're aiming for that next-level promotion or preparing for a bigger leadership leap, developing this way of thinking will set you apart. 🗂…
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S7 Ep3: How to Identify and Close Skill Gaps for Your Dream Leadership Role
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16:52Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success! In this episode (which is about 16 minutes in length), we dive into how to identify and close skill gaps so you can step confidently into your dream leadership role. Securing a leadership position isn’t just about experience—it’s about showing up as the right candidate with the right skills. 🗂 What You’l…
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The CEO’s Mirror: How Self-Awareness Transformed Josh McAfee’s Leadership
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39:14When your company can’t grow past you, it’s time to grow yourself. From starting a business by accident to scaling multiple companies—and learning some hard lessons along the way—Josh McAfee brings an honest and insightful lens to what it really takes to lead and grow. In this episode, Josh joins Jane Gentry to talk about the mindset shift that tra…
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Welcome back to Your Path to Career Success! In this episode (which is about 14 minutes in length), we explore how to take charge of your leadership journey by developing the skills, mindset, and strategies needed for long-term success. Leadership isn’t just about a title—it’s about the impact you create. 🗂 What You’ll Learn in This Episode •Defini…
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S7 Ep1: Leading Through Change – Thriving in the AI & Automation Era
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12:55Welcome to Season 7 of Your Path to Career Success! In this episode, we’re diving into one of the biggest workplace shifts of our time—how AI and automation are transforming industries, redefining leadership, and reshaping career paths. AI isn’t just a futuristic concept—it’s here, actively influencing decision-making, streamlining operations, and …
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Leading with Intention: A Blueprint for Change-Ready Organizations with Bill Canady
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49:55Executing with focus, leading through change, and building unstoppable teams with intention and clarity. What happens when a Navy vet, former sales rep, and self-described “imposter syndrome CEO” becomes one of the most effective growth leaders in private equity? You get Bill Canady—Chairman of OTC Industrial Technologies, CEO of Arrowhead Engineer…
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S6 Ep11: Overcoming Procrastination – A Practical Path to Productivity and Success
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12:18In this episode of Your Path to Career Success, I dive into one of the most common productivity killers—procrastination. It’s something we all face at some point, but understanding it and finding ways to overcome it is key to unlocking your potential and driving success. I break down why procrastination happens, dispelling the myth that it’s simply…
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From Crisis to Comeback: Leadership Lessons from the Fast-Food Industry with Doug Augustine
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50:28#001: From Crisis to Comeback: Leadership Lessons from the Fast-Food Industry with Doug Augustine Turning setbacks into success, the power of vulnerability in leadership, and building a thriving company culture. Imagine stepping into a struggling business at just 26 years old, facing financial turmoil, and being told by corporate leaders that you s…
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S6 Ep10: The Power of Quiet Leadership – Leading with Influence, Not Noise
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23:36In this episode of Your Path to Career Success, I explore a leadership style that is often overlooked but incredibly powerful—Quiet Leadership. Leadership isn’t just about being the loudest voice in the room; it’s about influence, emotional intelligence, and leading with intention. I break down the misconceptions around leadership, challenging the …
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