Best Ari Meisel Podcasts (2025)

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CLIP: Why South Africa? 5:46

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Hattingh Basson and Werner Barnard, Senior Partners at Southwestern Talent, explain why offshoring isn't really what it used to be anymore, it's present-day benefits, and how the South African people are creating a world-class talent pool. Hear Hattingh and Werner's full interview in Episode 493 of The Action Catalyst.…

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515. REPUBLISH: Shark Attack Survivor’s Guide to Business Resilience with Brett Connellan 58:21

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Turning the worst day of your life into your best is no easy feat, but sometimes there is simply no other option. In Brett Connellan’s case, this day included the moment every surfer’s worst nightmare became his reality when he was attacked by a Great White Shark. In this episode of The Savvy Dentist Podcast Dr. Jesse Green introduces you to Brett …

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The Accidental Network, with Rouzbeh Yassini-Fard (Technology, Entrepreneurship, Internet, Author) 25:57

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Rouzbeh Yassini-Fard, the tech entrepreneur known as the “father of the cable modem", explains the two experiences he brought together to create the revolutionary device, what things like broadband and cable modems REALLY are, why he gave it all away free of royalties, and the role of homemade Persian food in making it all possible. Mentioned in th…

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CLIP: Texas Roadhouse and "The Noble Cause" 2:14

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Author, executive coach, and culture consultant Chester Elton breaks down the idea of "the noble cause" in business, and how Texas Roadhouse restaurants are a shining and enduring example of the idea in action. Hear Chester's full interview in Episode 35 of The Action Catalyst.

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Overtime with Outland: Hattingh Basson and Werner Barnard, Episode 493 2:46

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Overtime with Outland is Action Catalyst host Adam Outland's reflections and commentary on discussions with each of his esteemed and accomplished guests. In this segment, Adam dissects Episode 493, with Hattingh Basson and Werner Barnard, Senior Partners at Southwestern Talent.

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514. Why Identity Is the Hidden Key to Scaling Your Practice 13:38

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In this solo episode of The Savvy Dentist Podcast, Jesse Green dives deep into a topic that’s rarely discussed but absolutely crucial to practice growth - identity. As dentists and practice owners, how we see ourselves directly shapes how we behave, the decisions we make, and the results we create. Jesse explores why shifting your identity is the k…

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Workforce Innovation, with Hattingh Basson and Werner Barnard (Staffing, South Africa, Talent, Hiring) 34:25

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Hattingh Basson and Werner Barnard, Senior Partners at Southwestern Talent, explain the unique career history that spawned the business, the professional services gap that they are filling and why it exists, why offshoring isn't really offshoring anymore, how the South African people create a world-class talent pool, overcoming start-up pain points…

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CLIP: The Greatest Thing Mike Johnson Ever Did 3:16

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Mike Johnson, the 56th Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, as well as an alum of The Action Catalyst's parent company, Southwestern, explains why his participation in the Southwestern Advantage program was "the best thing he ever did". Hear Speaker Johnson's full interview in his special bonus episode of The Action Catalyst.…

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513. Customer Experience Secrets to get Customers to Come Back Again and Again with Shep Hyken 39:14

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In this episode of the Savvy Dentist Podcast, Jesse Green sits down with Shep Hyken, a world-renowned expert on customer experience and service. Shep is an award-winning keynote speaker, researcher, and New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of eight books, including I’ll Be Back: How to Get Customers to Come Back Again and Again…

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REMASTERED: Going All-In, with Chester Elton (Culture, Business, Leadership, Management) 9:12

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Author, executive coach, and culture consultant Chester Elton walks us through how to create an all-in culture in our business, including managing culture during crisis, and why the customer experience will never exceed the employee experience.

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CLIP: Interested, Not Interesting 2:29

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Speaker, author, and coach Bruce Van Horn explains the best ways to be "other-focused" on social media, and provide more value to, and thereby get more loyalty from, your audience. Hear Bruce's full interview in Episode 11 of The Action Catalyst.

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512. How to Grow and Maximise Business Value in Your Dental Practice 24:04

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In this solo episode of the Savvy Dentist Podcast, Dr Jesse Green unpacks a crucial but often overlooked topic for practice owners - how to create, grow, and maximise business value in your dental business. Whether you plan to sell your practice one day or simply want to secure long-term wealth and resilience, building business value goes beyond da…

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God Is Not Done With America Yet, with Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (Leadership, Politics, USA, Success) 15:40

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Mike Johnson, the 56th Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, as well as an alum of The Action Catalyst's parent company, Southwestern, breaks down his unique path to the speakership and the big role Southwestern played in getting him there, recounts danger in Tucson and getting a little help from Brett Favre, delivers an absolutely…

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CLIP: The REAL Cost of Turnover 2:39

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Dr. Angela Jackson, the founder/CEO of Future Forward Strategies and a lecturer at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, explains the REAL cost of turnover in organizations, and the numbers may surprise you. Hear Dr. Jackson's full interview in her special bonus episode of The Action Catalyst.

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511. Go for No - Reframing Rejection to Unlock Success with Andrea Waltz 37:18

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In this episode of The Savvy Dentist Podcast, Dr Jesse Green sits down with Andrea Waltz, co-founder of Courage Crafters Inc. and co-author of the best-selling book Go for No! Yes is the Destination, No is How You Get There. For two decades, Andrea has been teaching people in virtually every business and industry how to think and feel differently a…

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REMASTERED: Twitter Tips for Movers and Shakers, with Bruce Van Horn (Social Media, Business, Success, Networking) 8:24

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Speaker, author, and coach Bruce Van Horn shares Twitter/X tips for movers and shakers, including the critical importance of authenticity, putting connection over saturation, and the most common-sense advice that you probably overlook all of the time.

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CLIP: Don't Put Strategy Over Heart 3:57

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Culture strategist and leadership coach Jenni Catron shares why it’s important to lead with the heart as well as strategy, and how developing the awareness to do both can be a challenge. Hear Jenni's full interview in Episode 128 of The Action Catalyst.

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510. Stop Chasing Talent - The Hidden Cost of Talent Dependency 11:43

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Is your practice always hunting for that next ‘perfect hire’? If so, you might be stuck in the Talent Trap and over-relying on unicorn employees instead of building systems that create consistent, scalable success. In this solo episode, Dr Jesse Green unpacks why capability, not talent, is the real key to sustainable growth. He explores the hidden …

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The Win-Win Workplace, with Dr. Angela Jackson (Management, Leadership, Business, Engagement) 22:03

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Dr. Angela Jackson, the founder/CEO of Future Forward Strategies and a lecturer at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, reveals the lessons learned from studying Fortune 500 companies, the REAL cost of turnover, why top-down decision making is dead, and the two main takeaways for small business owners.…

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Snapshot #27: More Money Isn’t Always the Answer 9:05

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You grind, you push, you finally crack 7-figures… and instead of feeling on top of the world, it feels kinda hollow? In this snapshot, Carl Taylor and Jackson Millan chat about the silent identity crisis that kicks in once you’ve “made it,” why the revenue game alone won’t keep you motivated, and how to flip your wealth strategy from chasing arbitr…

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CLIP: Actual Vs. Foundational Knowledge 4:29

2M ago4:29

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Greg DeVore, CEO and co-founder of ScreenSteps, lays out his “Find & Follow” philosophy to reduce supervisor burnout and improve employee performance, including concepts like actual vs. foundational knowledge, the value it can provide in the event of a sale, and the knowledge operations maturity model. Hear Greg's full interview in Episode 492 of T…

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509. The Art of Doing Less for Greater Impact with Ari Meisel 42:07

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If you’ve ever felt like there’s simply not enough time in the day, this episode is going to change your thinking. Productivity expert, business coach, and author Ari Meisel joins Dr. Jesse Green to explore how entrepreneurs and executives can optimise, automate, and outsource their way to greater efficiency and impact. Ari is the founder of Less D…

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REMASTERED: The 4 Dimensions of Extraordinary Leadership, with Jenni Catron (Strategy, Faith, Business, Author) 18:28

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Culture strategist and leadership coach Jenni Catron shares “The Grand Commandment” and how it pertains to leadership, why it’s important to lead with the heart as well as strategy, the value of creating a safe space for honest feedback, the delicate balance of being bold but respectful, the role of faith, and why leadership is sacred work.…

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CLIP: Optimize, Automate, and Outsource 3:28

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Author, entrepreneur, and “overwhelmologist” Ari Meisel reveals how to optimize, automate, and outsource, the shockingly straightforward system for keeping work, and anxiety, from piling up. Hear Ari's full interview in Episode 122 of The Action Catalyst.By Southwestern Family of Podcasts

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Overtime with Outland: Greg DeVore, Episode 492 2:48

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Overtime with Outland is Action Catalyst host Adam Outland's reflections and commentary on discussions with each of his esteemed and accomplished guests. In this segment, Adam dissects Episode 492, with Greg DeVore, CEO and co-founder of ScreenSteps.By Southwestern Family of Podcasts

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508. What the Top Practice Owners Do Differently 24:23

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In this solo episode, Jesse Green unpacks what truly separates the top 1% of dental practice owners from the rest. Drawing on decades of coaching, conversations, and lived experience, he reveals the six internal traits that drive external results. If you’ve been chasing better KPIs, more profit, or faster growth, this is your reminder that the real…

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Find & Follow, with Greg DeVore (Productivity, Learning, Performance, Teams) 29:50

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Greg DeVore, CEO and co-founder of ScreenSteps, lays out his “Find & Follow” philosophy to reduce supervisor burnout and improve employee performance, breaking down concepts like actual vs. foundational knowledge and knowledge spenders vs. knowledge investors, the knowledge operations maturity model, the dead simple exercise that’ll change how your…

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Snapshot #26: Stop Forcing a Business Model That Was Never Really Yours 8:14

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Ever feel like you built a business you kinda hate? Let's unpack that. If you’re a front-of-stage founder trying to juggle the CEO title while still being the magician behind the curtain, Clint Salter’s perspective will feel like a splash of truth serum. In this snapshot, Clint and Carl get real about what it actually takes to scale past the $1M ma…

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CLIP: It's a Crisis! Now What? 2:46

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Founder & CEO of ZavoMedia PR Group, Liana Zavo, reveals THE biggest PR mistake people make, and what they SHOULD be doing instead when a crisis hits. Hear Liana's full interview in Episode 491 of The Action Catalyst.By Southwestern Family of Podcasts

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507. Build the Practice of Your Dreams with Keith Abraham 43:35

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In this episode of The Savvy Dentist Podcast, we’re diving into an incredibly inspiring and practical conversation about how to build the practice of your dreams. Whether you’re just starting or you're looking to take your practice to the next level, today's episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Joining Dr Jesse is returning speci…

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REMASTERED: Less Stress, More Productivity, with Ari Meisel (Time Management, Email, Tech, Business) 15:41

2M ago15:41

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Author, entrepreneur, and “overwhelmologist” Ari Meisel reveals how to optimize, automate, and outsource, gives a masterclass in Virtual Assistants 101, explains what delegation REALLY means, and breaks down the "3D" inbox zero plan.By Southwestern Family of Podcasts

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CLIP: Comparison, Jealousy, and Fear 2:49

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Culture strategist and leadership coach Jenni Catron takes a hard look at comparison vs. jealousy, what the differences are, and how fear lies at the bottom of both. Hear Jenni's full interview in Episode 26 of The Action Catalyst.By Southwestern Family of Podcasts

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506. Failure is Just Feedback - How to Bounce Back 10:32

2M ago10:32

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Setbacks are inevitable in business, but staying stuck in them doesn’t have to be. In this solo episode of the Savvy Dentist Podcast, Dr. Jesse Green shares how to master the art of bouncing back quickly, with resilience and clarity. Drawing on lessons from experience and a surprising insight from Ted Lasso, Jesse unpacks why forgetting strategical…

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Unleash the Story Within, with Liana Zavo (Public Relations, Branding, Crisis Management, Reputation) 25:28

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Founder & CEO of ZavoMedia PR Group, Liana Zavo, recounts how a college dropout and single mom made the jump from Russia to the US and from the style world to PR, gives a bit of advice for Blake Lively, reveals THE biggest PR mistake people make, how to come down from the ledge of panic in the moment, why authenticity and accountability equals auth…

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Snapshot #25: Still Doing All the Selling? You’re Playing Small. 15:05

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You think you’ve built a business, but if you’re still the only one selling. What you’ve really built is a job. In this episode, Carl and Patrick Galang dive deep into what it actually takes to build a sales team that doesn’t tank your reputation or margins, and how doing so could be your path to working fewer hours, growing faster, and showing up …

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CLIP: Doing Side / Being Side 3:11

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Best-selling author, professor, and leadership expert Ryan Gottfredson distinguishes the doing side vs. the being side of ourselves, what each of those means, and how they contribute to who we are. And be sure to check out Ryan's original appearance in Episode 317 of The Action Catalyst.By Southwestern Family of Podcasts

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505. AI and the future of dentistry with Max Ganhewa 34:33

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In this episode of The Savvy Dentist Podcast, Dr Jesse Green welcomes a special guest, Max Ganhewa, for a fascinating and future-focused conversation. Known for pushing boundaries in clinical practice and innovation, Max brings a unique perspective on how technology, particularly artificial intelligence, is rapidly reshaping the dental industry. To…

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REMASTERED: Putting Feet to Vision, with Jenni Catron (Mindset, Leadership, Personal Development, Self-Improvement) 15:30

3M ago15:30

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Culture strategist and leadership coach Jenni Catron takes a hard look at “clout killers”, and talks about exchanging fear for truth, comparison vs jealousy, combating a scarcity mentality, the duality of insecurity and pride, and how control means putting power over influence.By Southwestern Family of Podcasts

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176: The Hustle Trap That’s Keeping Dadpreneurs Stuck with Greg Cassar 48:07

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If you’re still grinding to build freedom, but if the business still runs on your back, you’ve built a trap, not a legacy. In this episode, Carl sits down with marketing wizard Greg Cassar in a conversation built for dadpreneurs who want success and connection, not just cash flow. You’ll hear how to flip the script, starting with the lifestyle you …

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341 I Less Doing, More Living I Jonathan Goodman and Ari Meisel 35:40

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Pre-order my next book, "The Obvious Changes" here: https://amzn.to/3EsBKUt Order my book "The Obvious Choice" here: https://amzn.to/4ghBzce Not sure if you want to get my book, “The Obvious Choice”? Here’s a free sample to check out: https://www.theptdc.com/the-obvious-choice-free-chapter Who Am I? Jonathan Goodman is the creator of the Personal T…

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CLIP: Understanding Energy and "Performance Zones" 4:55

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Klaus Kleinfeld, the former CEO of Siemens and Alcoa and the only leader to have successfully served as CEO of two Fortune 500 companies on different continents, explains why we should be talking about energy instead of productivity, and what it means to staying in your desired "performance zone". Hear the full interview with Klaus in Episode 490 o…

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340 I Doing Hard Sh*t Together Creates Deeper Connection 43:26

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Pre-order my next book, "The Obvious Changes" here: https://amzn.to/3EsBKUt Order my book "The Obvious Choice" here: https://amzn.to/4ghBzce Not sure if you want to get my book, “The Obvious Choice”? Here’s a free sample to check out: https://www.theptdc.com/the-obvious-choice-free-chapter Who Am I? Jonathan Goodman is the creator of the Personal T…

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504. Talk Like a Leader - 3 Conversations that Shape your Practice 17:42

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Effective leadership is built on the foundation of meaningful communication. In this solo episode of the Savvy Dentist Podcast, Dr Jesse Green unpacks the three critical conversations every dental practice owner and leader must master to lead a team and grow a thriving business successfully. Drawing from years of experience and practical wisdom, Je…

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Update: Becoming Better, with Ryan Gottfredson (Mindset, Growth, Healing, Personal Development) 25:26

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Best-selling author, professor, and leadership expert Ryan Gottfredson explains how mindsets aren't just attitudes, distinguishes the doing side vs. the being side of ourselves, and talks about gauging your "window of tolerance", the 3 levels of adult development, reaction vs. response, and healing to grow. And be sure to check out Ryan's original …

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Snapshot #24: Your Business Isn’t Your Retirement Plan 13:44

3M ago13:44

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If your business disappeared tomorrow, what would you have left? In this snapshot, Carl is joined by wealth strategist Todd Polke and they deliver the financial wake-up call most business owners don’t see coming. If you're pouring everything into your business and banking on a big payday “someday,” you’re playing a dangerous game. Carl and Todd unp…

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CLIP: Comparison and Contentment 3:56

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Author, podcast/radio host, and Certified Financial Coach Rachel Cruze explains why comparison isn't just the thief of joy...it's the thief of your paycheck as well. Hear Rachel's full interview in Episode 161 of The Action Catalyst.By Southwestern Family of Podcasts

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Overtime with Outland: Klaus Kleinfeld, Episode 490 3:15

3M ago3:15

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Overtime with Outland is Action Catalyst host Adam Outland's reflections and commentary on discussions with each of his esteemed and accomplished guests. In this segment, Adam dissects Episode 490, with Klaus Kleinfeld, the former CEO of Siemens and Alcoa and the only leader to have successfully served as CEO of two Fortune 500 companies on differe…

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503. The Secrets to Scaling an 8-Chair Practice 33:14

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In this episode, Dr Jesse Green is joined by Dr Wendy Peng and Dr Gilbert Ko, owners of Dana Street Dental in Ballarat. Their journey from starting a small, three-chair dental practice to building a thriving, eight-chair business is filled with lessons on leadership, team culture, systems, and scale. Wendy and Gilbert share candidly about the reali…

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Leading to Thrive, with Klaus Kleinfeld (Leadership, Performance, Business, Language) 32:24

3M ago32:24

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Klaus Kleinfeld, the former CEO of Siemens and Alcoa and the only leader to have successfully served as CEO of two Fortune 500 companies on different continents, recalls going to work at age 12, and covers the perils of sign language in the business world, getting close to the source of an issue, why we should be talking about energy instead of pro…

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175: The Productivity System Every Dadpreneur Needs with Ari Meisel 53:31

3M ago53:31

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Drowning in calls, chats, and constant context switching? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m joined by productivity expert and father of five, Ari Meisel, to unpack how to reclaim your time, simplify communication, and build a business that doesn’t run your life. We dive deep into voice-first systems, asynchronous communication, and smart use o…