Best David Suk Brown Podcasts (2025)

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Gun Laws That Work: Emma Brown 41:49

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We discuss the complexity of gun violence in the United States and the reality that strong gun laws save lives. Emma's civic action toolkit recommendations are: Contact your senator to vote NO on concealed carry reciprocity Go to giffords.org and get involved Emma Brown is the executive director of GIFFORDS, an organization whose mission is to save…

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Episode 291: Implement a SPEAK Playbook 31:47

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Let’s explore the power of having and implementing a playbook—a structured framework that guides teams to operate with alignment, consistency, and purpose. We continue our mini-series around our new book, Identically Opposite: Find Your Voice and SPEAK. We provide some insight into our SPEAK playbook. Highlights include: How playbooks from sports t…

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Episode 290: The Leadership Compass 21:39

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Imagine holding a compass in your hand — a simple yet powerful tool used to guide explorers through uncertainty, aligning them to true direction. In leadership, we also benefit from a compass, when used appropriately, will help to navigate complexity, culture, and courage. The Leadership Compass, featured in our book Identically Opposite: Find Your…

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Understanding the Infodemic: Pauline Hoffmann 40:06

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We discuss how we can tell the truth, how we can speak the truth, and how we can avoid misinformation and disinformation. Pauline's civic action toolkit recommendations are: Maintain a degree of curiosity! Care before you share. Pauline Hoffman, also known as the Data Doyenne, is an esteemed infodemiologist and the author of Fake News, Witch Hunts,…

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Episode 289 Why Identically Opposite 16:04

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What would change in your workplace, or in your personal relationships, if people truly felt safe to speak up? Let’s go behind the scenes of our new book, Identically Opposite: Find Your Voice & SPEAK. We explore why so many professionals struggle to raise their voices at work and how fear, identity, and culture all play a part. Highlights include:…

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AI for the Public Interest: Bruce Schneier 36:11

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We discuss how AI can both serve the public interest and advance the goals of our democracy, despite the misgivings about the current state of AI. Bruce's civic action toolkit recommendations are: 1) Use the tools of AI! 2) Use assistive tech to write to your elected representatives Bruce Schneier is an internationally renowned security technologis…

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How Underdogs Build Power: Stephanie Luce 42:29

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We discuss Practical Radicals: Seven Strategies to Change the World—a guide for a new generation of activists seeking not just to understand power, but to build it. Stephanie's civic action toolkit recommendations are: 1) Learn a new skill, like non cooperation or mutual aid 2) Find organizations that align with your values and check if they offer …

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The Pathway to Citizenship: Todd Schulte 47:04

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A fair, humane, and orderly immigration system should think of the US as the top destination for top talent from around the world, as well as a beacon of hope. Changing the law to give permanent legal status and a pathway to citizenship would fix the current failed immigration system. Todd's civic action toolkit recommendations are: Post know-your-…

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Episode 288: Meet Them Where They Are (a Replay) 32:33

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Why is it so important to meet employees where they are—emotionally, professionally, and generationally? Deon MacMillan, Chief People Officer at Pax8, shares her approach to cultivating a dynamic, people-first culture amidst hypergrowth. Her leadership philosophy revolves around balancing high-tech innovation with high-touch human engagement. Highl…

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Small Dollars, Big Strategy: Brian Derrick 46:42

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We discuss how the everyday voter can make strategic political campaign donations just like a billionaire. Brian's civic action toolkit recommendations are: 1) Find an election you've never participated in before and get involved 2) Check out the Supreme Court races in Pennsylvania, governor's races in NJ and VA, and the California redistricting ba…

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EP7: From Near-Death to Bestselling Books with Ben Gioia 22:45

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By Barrett Matthews

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Episode 287: Moments that Matter (a Replay) 39:17

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By David Suk Brown & Danny Suk Brown

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Following the Money in Politics: Hilary Braseth 38:30

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We discuss the unavoidable intersection between our capitalist economy and democratic governance, and how their relationship plays out through campaign finance and other political transactions. Hilary's civic action toolkit recommendations are: Get the data of your state, locality, and elected officials at opensecrets.org Piece together what is hap…

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Episode 286: Avoid Overthinking 35:13

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One of the most common traps leaders face is that of overthinking. While reflection is valuable, too much analysis can paralyze decision-making, erode confidence, and keep your true strengths hidden. We discuss the impact it can have on teams and outcomes, and how shifting your mindset can create clarity and forward momentum. You’ll hear practical …

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Holding Democracy Accountable: Miranda Spivack 44:15

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We discuss how the struggle for transparency is really a struggle for the soul of American democracy. Miranda's civic action toolkit recommendations are: Look up the agendas of your local school board and city council, and attend the public meetings Learn how your local and state governments make decisions Miranda S. Spivack is a veteran reporter a…

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Episode 285: How to Welcome Criticism 32:31

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Can accepting criticism be beneficial for you as a leader? If so, how should you accept and respond to criticism? How you respond reveals your leadership. Highlights include: Asking if there is any truth to what is being said? Many great leaders have used critique to transform strategy and culture. Handle criticism with: 1. Press pause and breathe …

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Turning Hope Into Action: Michael Ansara 44:53

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We discuss the basics of organizing and the fruits of that work. Michael reminds us that "organizers organize organizations." Michael's civic action toolkit recommendations are: 1) Gather 4-5 friends to talk about what's happening 2) Share ideas on what you can do to resist Michael Ansara is a seasoned community organizer and the author of The Hard…

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Episode 284: Fear of Being Judged & Executive Presence 18:16

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Let's explore one of the biggest challenges leaders face: the fear of speaking and how it impacts their executive presence. From stage fright in boardrooms to the paralyzing fear of judgment, we takle why even the most prepared leaders hesitate to share their voice. Highlights: Executive presence isn’t about being the loudest voice, but about clari…

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From Protest to Power: Jonathan Pulphus 36:49

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We discuss the enduring power of protesting and the significance of the Ferguson uprising in the long arc of the Black liberation movement. Jonathan's civic action toolkit recommendations are: 1) Speak with a young person in your life about what they're wrestling with 2) Emphasize community engagement Jonathan Pulphus is an organizer from St. Louis…

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We Are Changemakers: Sharon McMahon 42:54

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We discuss the importance of shifting our mindset to one that is infused with hope. Positive change comes when we choose hope. Though nobody can fix it all, we can all do something and make an impact. Sharon reminds us that if something is worth doing for everyone, it's worth doing for one person. Sharon's civic action toolkit recommendations are: …

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Episode 283: Intelligent Adoption of AI Conversations 51:46

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Facilitating intelligent conversations about AI is crucial for driving responsible adoption. They empower both organizations and people to move from fear or hype to greater clarity and opportunity. With over three decades helping CEOs and executive teams bridge strategy with measurable outcomes, Marc Hoppers, Managing Partner of HighEdge Group shar…

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Myth Making in America: Hajar Yazdiha 40:14

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We discuss the role of collective memory in the myth-making of American exceptionalism. Hajar's civic action toolkit recommendations are: 1) Advocate 2) Relate 3) Create Hajar Yazdiha is an Associate Professor of Sociology at the USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences and the author of The Struggle for the People's King: How Politics T…

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Episode 282: Journaling for Growth 24:48

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Have you ever scribbled a brilliant idea on the back of a napkin or jotted notes on scraps of paper, only to lose them later? Let's explore how journaling can be one of the most powerful, yet underutilized, tools for business owners and executives. Highlights include: Some of the most successful leaders believe in the practice of journaling. Unlock…

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Our Government Unraveled: Nancy Rosenblum 52:06

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We discuss how ungoverning is the equivalent of a bull in a china shop. We have already seen the destruction of many institutions and many functions of the administrative state, but we don't yet know how much there is still to come. Nancy's civic action toolkit recommendations are: 1) Don't let unpredictability strip you of your agency 2) Vote in l…

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Episode 281: Empower Tomorrow’s Leaders Today 37:12

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Many young professionals and college students are eager to make an impact but may lack the resources, training, and mentorship to fully realize their potential. That’s why platforms, programs, and leaders who step in to fill these gaps are so critical. Deb Moss, Founder & CEO of The Raney Moss Group Foundation and the visionary behind Elevate and D…

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Vigilantes Among Us: David Noll 48:14

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We discuss the long history of vigilante democracy in the US and its return in our current politics. The playing field is currently tilted in favor of these vigilante policies, but blue states can level the playing field by playing constitutional hardball. David reminds us that the American people have beat back movements to use vigilante power to …

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Episode 280: Think Bigger, Achieve Greater 45:13

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Are your goals too small? Redefine what’s possible by shifting your mindset—then define the outcome that drives meaningful change. Christian Santiago, founder of The Greatness Institute and peak performance coach, shares how clarifying expectations can position you to reach your most audacious goals. Highlights include: The smallest margins in high…

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Build Functional Immigration: Aaron Reichlin-Melnick 47:55

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We discuss how out of date immigration laws are and why the only cure is comprehensive immigration reform from Congress. In the face of rising arrests and deportations by ICE, this is the perfect episode to remind us that we still need immigration reform. Aaron's civic action toolkit recommendations are: 1) Be welcoming and model inclusion in your …

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Radical Justice is the Way: Jocelyn Simonson 46:54

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We discuss how certain radical acts of justice by everyday people challenge the legitimacy of the criminal system and form the underpinning of a new collective legal thought, demosprudence. Collective understanding of justice and safety is changing away from the concept that justice equals cages. Jocelyn's civic action toolkit recommendations are: …

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Episode 279: Leadership Roadmap 42:37

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How can leaders best unleash their full potential, while inspiring and guiding others to do the same? With over 30 years of experience guiding organizations through rapid growth and change, strategist, speaker and author Jim Carlough strongly encourages leaders to embrace the value of having a leadership roadmap that can not only bring about incred…

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Deliberating for Democracy: James Fishkin 42:04

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We discuss deliberative polling as a way to assess the will of the people and then to make it consequential. This is what democracy is all about. James's civic action toolkit recommendations are: 1) Question your own beliefs and assumptions 2) Learn to listen to people whom you would not normally talk to James Fishkin is the Director of the Deliber…

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Episode 278: Tap into Abundance 42:17

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What if healing wasn’t just about your body—but about unlocking the hidden abundance within? Author and executive coach Matthew Blake shares insights from his new book, A Patient’s Point of View: Hidden Abundance of Health to Expand Your Capacity to Heal. Drawing from his own transformative healing journey, Matt shares why true health goes beyond p…

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Resist Copaganda!: Alec Karakatsanis 50:15

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We discuss the main goals of copaganda: narrowing our conception of safety and threat, constantly warning us that those harms are increasing, and telling us that the solution to our fears is more investment in the punishment bureaucracy. Alec's civic action toolkit recommendations are: 1) Educate yourself on how copaganda works 2) Read the Copagand…

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Episode 277: Moments that Matter 38:29

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“Leadership lives in the moments that matter,” shares Gavriella Schuster, a globally recognized DEI advocate, TEDx speaker, and former Microsoft VP. Highlights include: Why allyship isn’t just a social cause—it’s a critical leadership competency for today’s world. BeCOME an Ally framework and the six actions great allies take including Advocate, Li…

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Episode 276: Remove the Guesswork 1:02:59

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Remove the guesswork and know with certainty where the inefficiencies are, and to be truly protected—this was the unifying message from three insightful conversations at the Pax8 Beyond Conference. These amazing leaders shared innovative ways MSPs can address risk, optimize operations, and elevate their strategic value. In Part 1 of this special ep…

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Multisolving Our Democracy: Elizabeth Sawin 38:48

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We discuss how multisolving is a way to address the multiple issues that are currently facing our democracy at the same time, ranging from pollution and sustainable energy to civil rights and collective governance. Elizabeth's civic action toolkit recommendations are: 1) Learn about multisolving 2) Learn together in a group Elizabeth Sawin is the D…

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Episode 275: Regain & Accelerate Outcomes 52:22

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At the Pax8 Beyond conference, two dynamic leaders—Anna Griffin of Commvault and Colin Britton of Devicie—shared how their organizations are helping businesses regain control and accelerate outcomes in an ever-evolving tech and security landscape. In Part One of this special episode, Anna highlights Commvault’s evolution to becoming a leader in cyb…

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Our Kidnapped Constitution: Madiba Dennie 40:20

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We discuss Inclusive Constitutionalism, a fresh way to interpret the Constitution that makes inclusive democracy real. By contrast, originalism interprets the meaning of the Constitution as fixed in time in the 1800s and ignores the constitutional amendments during reconstruction that were designed to foster a multiracial democracy. Madiba's civic …

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Episode 274: Exploring Endless Possibilities 55:42

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Recorded live at the Pax8 Beyond conference, this special edition dives into the power of endless possibilities when leaders embrace a growth mindset—one that values curiosity, resilience, and a relentless drive to evolve. In Part One, we feature Jeffrey Newton, Founder of Cyft, who shares his inspiring journey from the network closet to becoming a…

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Episode 273: Operational Maturity 33:37

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How can MSPs scale, evolve, and thrive through the power of strategic enablement? David Schafran, Vice President of Partner Enablement at Pax8 provides insight into equipping MSPs with the tools necessary for achieving operational maturity and long-term value. From navigating mergers and acquisitions to shifting perceptions from “break-fixers” to “…

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It's Time to Change the Constitution: Erwin Chemerinsky 36:46

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We discuss why the Constitution—the document we've been taught to revere as the very foundation of American democracy—might actually be responsible for the current crisis in government. It might be leading us away from a more perfect union and toward destruction or even secession. Erwin's civic action toolkit recommendations are: Be informed Get in…

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Episode 272: Meet Them Where They Are 31:25

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Why is it so important to meet employees where they are—emotionally, professionally, and generationally? Deon MacMillan, Chief People Officer at Pax8, shares her approach to cultivating a dynamic, people-first culture amidst hypergrowth. Her leadership philosophy revolves around balancing high-tech innovation with high-touch human engagement. Highl…

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Episode 271: Goals Should Scare & Excite You 27:26

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"Goals should scare and excite you." That’s the mindset Lane Brannan, EVP & GM Americas at Pax8, brings to leadership—and it's exactly what’s propelling Pax8 to become one of the most innovative cloud marketplaces in the channel. Lane dives into the company’s mission of helping MSPs grow smarter, become more efficient, and reduce risk—while reinfor…

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The Lawless Court: Leah Litman 44:01

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We discuss how the Supreme Court's lawlessness is fueled by the conservative grievance mindset where Republicans believe they are victims of laws they don't agree with. The Supreme Court has played an important role in enabling the current administration's actions. Leah's civic action toolkit recommendations are: Get educated on the Supreme Court! …

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Episode 270: Own the Success Journey 32:58

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Success doesn’t happen by accident—it’s a journey we must own, and that begins with the right mindset. Ryan Walsh, Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Pax8 discusses the power of strategic leadership, embracing innovation, and the importance of cultivating community within the channel. From his rock-climbing analogy of navigating challenges to…

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Episode 269: Creating Heroes 1:03:49

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This is another special edition. We’re on location at IT Nation Secure in Orlando, where cybersecurity leaders, channel experts, and solution innovators gathered to share ideas, build partnerships, and level up the industry—together. Not all heroes wear capes — some carry laptops and create solutions to help their MSPs and partners win. Dive into c…

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Democracy for the Unhoused: Maria Foscarinis 41:06

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We discuss why housing insecurity undermines our democracy. We cover the evolution from Reagan, when homelessness was blamed on the individual, to the increasing recognition that housing is a human right. Maria's civic action toolkit recommendations are: Be an advocate against criminalization and call your representatives Join the https://housingno…

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Episode 268: Winning as a Team 1:00:47

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In this special edition, we’re on location at IT Nation Secure in Orlando, where cybersecurity leaders, channel experts, and solution innovators gathered to share ideas, build partnerships, and level up the industry—together. The one unifying theme: Winning as a Team. In a fast-evolving cybersecurity landscape, individual tools and talent aren’t en…

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Episode 267: Leading Marketing with Clarity & Vision 38:49

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Marketing and sales must operate in alignment to effectively execute an organization’s strategic plan and vision. When these work together: messaging is consistent and clear; customer insights are gained, fueling better campaigns and more effective sales approaches; sales close and growth is accelerated. Angus Robertson, Chief Marketing Officer at …

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The Art of Calling In: Loretta Ross 45:20

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We discuss "calling in" as a practice rooted in a human rights framework that can transform how we engage across our divide and potentially be the bridge that helps our democracy survive. Loretta's civic action toolkit recommendations are: Do an integrity audit: pause and self assess before responding Always focus on the good part of people Loretta…