Best Ryan Macpherson Podcasts (2026)

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Scaling Operations & Building Remote-First Teams with Christopher Kautz 49:20

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What does it take to scale a company through explosive growth and build a culture where teams thrive without burning out? Christopher Kautz, COO of Zogics, joins Max Hansen to share how he helped transform a fast-growing disinfectant and wellness brand into a lean, fully remote powerhouse. From tripling revenue during COVID to hiring top global tal…

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Is Your Business REALLY Ready for AI? with Jeff MacPherson 55:59

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AI isn’t a magic fix—it’s a magnifier. In this episode of Built On Purpose, Max Hansen sits down with Jeff MacPherson to explore why AI often exposes broken systems instead of solving them, and how leaders can prepare their companies to scale the right way. Jeff shares lessons from losing his first startup in a Facebook lawsuit, building three tech…

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Coffee with Max: The ROI of Sweating—Why Fit Leaders Build Stronger Companies 18:46

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In this episode of the Built On Purpose podcast, Max discusses the critical role of health and fitness in effective leadership. He reflects on his personal journey with fitness and how it has influenced his success as an entrepreneur. Max emphasizes the importance of physical fitness as a leadership indicator, the need for mental health practices, …

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Delegation, Leadership & Scaling: What 11 Businesses Taught Chad Nikkel 53:42

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What does it really take to build, scale, and exit businesses—without losing your sanity or burning out? In this episode, Max sits down with Chad Nikkel, a serial entrepreneur who has founded and scaled 11 companies, completed 7 acquisitions, and navigated 4 high-value exits. From losing his first business at 21 to building a $50M roofing company, …

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Why Most Leaders Feel Trapped in Their Business (And How to Break Free) with CJ DuBe' 55:21

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In this episode, Max Hansen sits down with CJ Dubé—an internationally recognized EOS Implementer, serial entrepreneur, and culture strategist. With over 35 years of leadership and entrepreneurial experience, CJ has facilitated more than 1,800 EOS sessions, coached countless leadership teams, and co-authored a book on building intentional cultures. …

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Redefining Recruiting with Prevail + Y Scouts with Ryan Berry 53:49

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In this episode of the Built On Purpose podcast, Max and Ryan Berry discuss the evolving landscape of recruiting, the importance of building strong relationships, and the role of technology in enhancing personal interactions. Ryan shares his journey into the recruiting industry, highlighting key inflection points and lessons learned along the way. …

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The Truth About Executive Job Search with Chameleon Resumes' Lisa Rangel 56:23

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Are you an executive feeling stuck in your job search, rewriting your resume endlessly, or applying for roles that don't quite fit? You're not alone! In this episode of the Built On Purpose podcast, Max Hansen interviews Lisa Rangel, founder of Chameleon Resumes and a top career strategist. Discover the biggest misconceptions executives have about …

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Inside EOS Worldwide: Kelly Knight on Visionary–Integrator Success 58:32

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Are you an entrepreneur stuck in the chaos of growth, struggling to scale your company without losing your mind, your team, or your soul? Join Max Hansen as he sits down with Kelly Knight, President and Integrator of EOS Worldwide, to explore the secrets to leading with clarity, building with traction, and letting go of what's holding you back. Lea…

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How to Hire a COO and Scale Your Business with Cameron Herold 47:27

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Unlock Exponential Growth with a World-Class COO | Cameron Herold (CEO Whisperer) on Building a Thriving Culture Is your business growth plateauing? Are you wearing too many hats and struggling to scale? This episode of the Build On Purpose podcast is your roadmap to building a leadership team that transforms your vision into reality. Max interview…

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Rich Schefren on Avoiding the Traps of Online Entrepreneurship 1:08:36

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Unlocking Exponential Impact: Building a Business That Thrives Without You! Are you an entrepreneur building a cage instead of a company? Rich Schefren, the godfather of online business strategy, joins Max Hanson on the Built On Purpose podcast to reveal how to escape the trap and build a business that scales. Discover the secrets to strategic leve…

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Coffee with Max: The End of Job Boards, Smarter Hiring & The Who Not How Mindset 43:53

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Is your hiring process stuck in the past? ⏳ Max Hansen dives into the death of job boards like CareerBuilder and Monster, and what this means for the future of executive hiring. Learn how to shift from outdated, high-volume strategies to high-trust, strategic approaches that attract top talent and ensure a better fit for your organization. Plus, di…

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Beyond the Supercars: Culture, Community & the Gumball 3000 Legacy with Maximillion Cooper 52:47

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Unleash Your Inner Gumball: The Visionary Behind Gumball 3000! Join Max Hansen, CEO of Y Scouts and two-time Gumball 3000 participant, as he sits down with the legendary Maximillion Cooper, the founder of Gumball 3000! In this episode of the Built On Purpose podcast, we dive deep into the evolution of Gumball 3000, from its humble beginnings as a w…

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Clarity Beats Persuasion: Crafting Messaging That Truly Connects with Kevin Rogers 58:49

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In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, Max Hansen sits down with Kevin Rogers—former stand-up comic, direct response copywriting expert, and founder of CopyChief.com. Kevin reveals why most leaders unintentionally repel great talent because their messaging is overcomplicated and robotic. He breaks down his powerful W.R.I.T.E. N.O.W. Frame…

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Why Smart People Stay Stuck (And What to Do About It) with Michael Bernoff 1:13:57

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🚀 What if the success you're chasing is being blocked by the version of you that feels safest? In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, Max Hansen sits down with Michael Bernoff, founder of the Human Communications Institute and author of Average Sucks. Michael shares how identity traps even high-functioning people, why willpower is overrat…

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The Secret to Speaking Success Isn’t Performance with Joel Weldon 46:58

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🚀 What if the fear you’ve been avoiding is the doorway to the clarity your team needs most? In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, Max Hansen sits down with Joel Weldon, Hall of Fame speaker and creator of the Ultimate Speaking System. Joel has coached over 10,000 speakers and delivered more than 3,000 talks. He explains why great speaker…

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Coffee with Max: How AI is Reshaping the Future of Hiring 18:53

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🚀 AI isn’t just a buzzword. It’s changing how companies hire. In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, Max Hansen shares how artificial intelligence is transforming the hiring game and why getting your fundamentals right still matters most. From resume screening to candidate scoring, AI has already changed the playing field. But without the…

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How to Build a Business That Doesn’t Depend on You with Chris Ronzio 1:01:00

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🚀 How to build a business that doesn’t depend on you. In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, Max Hansen talks with Chris Ronzio, founder and CEO of Trainual, the world’s leading playbook platform for growing businesses. Chris breaks down how he scaled from a one-man consulting gig into a global SaaS company, what founders get wrong about …

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Leading with Values and Building Cultures That Perform with Ann Rhoades 1:03:34

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🚀 From JetBlue to Southwest, culture architect Ann Rhoades has helped shape some of the most admired brands in the world. In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, Ann shares how to define values, link them to behaviors, and make culture a measurable performance driver. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ Why defining values is only step one ✅ How behavi…

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Coffee with Max: Purpose, Hiring, and Culture 47:46

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🚀 What happens when a leader loses their purpose? In this solo episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, Max Hansen shares how he lost his own sense of purpose, how that led to founding Y Scouts, and why meaningful work and values-driven leadership are more critical now than ever before. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ Why the promise of tech and social medi…

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Building Elite Organizations from the Inside Out with Michael Erath 1:12:58

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🚀 From collapse to clarity. In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, Michael Erath shares how losing everything during the Great Recession led him to redefine what it means to lead and build elite organizations from the inside out. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ Why emotional intelligence is critical in leadership ✅ The five obsessions that drive e…

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The Power of Energy and Self-Healing with Dr. Kevin Preston 1:28:16

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🚀 What if your pain isn’t the problem, but the signal? In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, Dr. Kevin Preston shares how true healing requires presence, energy alignment, and deep inner listening. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ Why most modern health systems overlook the root cause of illness ✅ The power of Chinese medicine and energy clearing …

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Leading Through Trauma and Emotional Health with Andy Maurer 1:07:47

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🚀 From trauma to transformational leadership. In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, Andy Maurer shares how emotional health shapes leadership success, how unresolved trauma impacts executive performance, and how leaders can step into wholeness. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ Why trauma is often the hidden driver behind leadership struggles ✅ How…

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The Power of Letting Go and Reinvention with Cal Callahan 1:09:11

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🚀 From trading floors to emotional freedom. In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, Cal Callahan shares how deep inner work and courage to reinvent led to a life filled with authenticity, purpose, and clarity. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ Why traditional success often masks deeper desires ✅ How to heal emotional wounds through inner work ✅ Why s…

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From Law Enforcement to Live TV with Sean Larkin 1:07:16

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🚀 From gang unit to national television. In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, Sean “Sticks” Larkin shares his 25-year law enforcement journey and how a twist of fate led him to co-host On Patrol: Live. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ What most people misunderstand about police work ✅ How Sean transitioned from chasing suspects to hosting crime s…

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Building Apex and a Motorsport Community with Jason Plotke 1:03:50

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🚀 From canceled leases to a world-class racetrack. In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, Jason Plotke shares how he turned a canceled track lease and a few phone calls into one of the top motorsport destinations in the country. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ What it takes to build a business around your passion ✅ How Apex became one of the most …

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From Stunts to Sobriety with Mathew Pritchard 52:11

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🚀 From chaos to clarity. In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, Mathew Pritchard shares his journey from fame and addiction to fitness and purpose. The former Dirty Sanchez star now inspires through plant-based living, cold water swims, and ultra-endurance events. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ What it’s like to walk away from fame and start over…

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Building an Anti-Fragile Life with Eric Partaker 1:02:43

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🚀 Most people don’t need more time. They need more clarity. In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, Eric Partaker shares how to build an anti-fragile life, the power of identity, and a simple habit that can change everything. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ Why identity is the foundation of performance ✅ How to use the 3 Alarms to align your day wi…

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Unlocking Your True Self with Jerrid Sebesta 55:58

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🚀 From forecasting the weather to forecasting purpose. In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, we explore Jerrid Sebesta’s journey from local meteorologist to speaker, coach, and author of Life Undeferred. He shares how aligning mind, body, and spirit changed his life and how it can change yours, too. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ How to rewrite …

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The Blueprint for Innovation & Growth with Jared Smith 1:05:23

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🚀 How do you turn branding into an immersive experience? In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, we explore how Blue Media revolutionized event branding and large-scale activations, executing everything from the Super Bowl to the World Cup. Jared Smith shares his lessons in business growth, leadership, and what it means to innovate at scal…

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How AI is Reshaping Business with Chris Johnson 57:43

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🚀 AI is transforming business, are you ready? In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, host Max Hansen sits down with Chris Johnson, CEO of LaneTerralever and Managing Partner at TomorrowToday, to explore how AI is revolutionizing industries, leadership, and the future of work. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ The biggest misconceptions business lead…

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Unlocking Peak Performance After 50 with Scott Jagodzinski 59:58

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Episode Overview In this episode, Max sits down with Scott Jagodzinski, founder of Argent Alpha, a community dedicated to helping men over 50 optimize their health, mindset, and overall performance. Scott shares his journey into health and fitness, why he created Argent Alpha, and how men can take control of their future by implementing strong habi…

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The Psychology of Leadership & Self-Acceptance with Dr. Laura Gallaher 1:00:29

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Episode Summary: In this episode of Built on Purpose, Max Hansen sits down with Dr. Laura Gallaher to explore the psychology of leadership, self-acceptance, and organizational culture. Dr. Gallaher shares insights from her early career at NASA, where she was hired to help transform the agency’s culture after the Columbia Space Shuttle tragedy. Toge…

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The CrossFit Revolution: Greg Glassman on Fitness, Science & Fighting the Status Quo 1:18:01

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In this episode of Built on Purpose, Max Hansen sits down with Greg Glassman, the founder of CrossFit, to discuss his revolutionary impact on fitness, business, and beyond. Key Highlights: ✅ The Origins of CrossFit Glassman’s journey started as a young gymnast seeking functional strength and endurance beyond traditional training. His early work wit…

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Jason Kennedy on Hollywood, Sports, and Finding Purpose in Media 1:00:33

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On this episode of Built on Purpose, host Max Hansen sits down with renowned TV personality Jason Kennedy. From years of interviewing Hollywood’s biggest stars on E! News to hosting new sports shows like The Wager and Swing By, Jason shares his journey of reinvention. He opens up about the challenges of having his show canceled during COVID, the le…

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Teeing Up Success with Noah Dipasquale 56:42

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In this episode of The Built on Purpose Podcast, host Max Hansen sits down with Noah Dipasquale, founder of Epic Golf, to explore how his company is transforming the golf industry. Described as the Napster of golf memberships, Epic Golf is redefining access to the game by offering a unique shared membership model that continues to grow at an impres…

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Breaking the Mold with Jason Richardson 56:59

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Discover how Jason Richardson is reshaping the golf industry with inclusivity, creative marketing, and bold branding through Bad Birdie. Hear about his Shark Tank experience, the connection between fitness and business performance, and why having the right second-in-command can transform your entrepreneurial journey. This episode is packed with ins…

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The Toughest Fight: Kelly Chase’s Journey On and Off the Ice 1:03:04

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In this episode of the Built on Purpose Podcast, Max Hansen sits down with former NHL enforcer Kelly Chase. Known for his grit and determination on the ice, Kelly shares how those same qualities helped him face his toughest opponent yet—leukemia. Hear Kelly’s inspiring story of resilience, family, and finding purpose in life’s biggest battles. Don’…

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Charity Auctions Today Founder, Tom Kelly 56:26

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On this episode, Max Hansen interviews Tom Kelly, the founder of Charity Auctions Today and the Co-Founder of CompCorePro. Tom Kelly is a dynamic entrepreneur and consultant known for his innovative approaches to reducing costs and enhancing efficiency for businesses and nonprofits. With a remarkable track record of launching three successful compa…

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Relationship Toolbox LLC Founder & CEO, Dr. Patty Ann Tublin 50:04

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On this episode, Max Hansen interviews Dr. Patty Ann Tublin, the CEO and Founder of Relationship Toolbox LLC. Dr. Patty Ann is a human behavior, motivation, and performance expert, specializing in the development of emotional intelligence and communication skills that promote optimal individual and group performance, impacting the bottom line. On t…

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Operio Group CEO, Alastair Sanderson 52:09

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On this episode, Max Hansen interviews Alastair Sanderson. Alister Sanderson is the CEO of Operio Group, a transformative enterprise specializing in comprehensive solutions for the food, beverage, nutraceutical, and pharmaceutical manufacturing industries. Since its inception in 2022, merging the expertise of LFA Machines and Vivion Inc, Operio Gro…

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Enthea Co-Founder & CEO, Sherry Rais 48:46

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Welcome to Episode 94 of the Built on Purpose Podcast, brought to you by Y Scouts. On this episode, Max Hansen interviews Sherry Rais. Sherry Rais is a visionary entrepreneur dedicated to revolutionizing mental healthcare in the workplace. She is the Co-founder and CEO of Enthea, a mental health company dedicated to integrating psychedelic-assisted…

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Total Family Management Founder, Alex Kirby 1:10:51

2y ago1:10:51

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Welcome to Episode 93 of the Built on Purpose Podcast, brought to you by Y Scouts. On this episode, Max Hansen interviews Alex Kirby. Alex Kirby is the CEO of Total Family Management (TFM), a company dedicated to improving family dynamics by offering private family coaching services. Through TFM, he aims to enhance communication, emotional intellig…

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Radical Candor Co-Founder, Kim Scott 58:02

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Kim Scott is the author of Just Work and Radical Candor and co-founder of a company that helps people put the ideas in her books into practice. Kim was a CEO coach at Dropbox, Qualtrics, Twitter, and other tech companies. She was a member of the faculty at Apple University and before that led AdSense, YouTube, and DoubleClick teams at Google. Press…

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Podcast Host and Author, Mark C. Crowley 1:15:06

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Mark C. Crowley is the author of “Lead From The Heart: Transformational Leadership For The 21st Century,” and his mission is to fundamentally change how we lead people in workplaces around the globe. Mark is a regular columnist for Fast Company Magazine and has been published in USA Today, Reuters, Forbes, the Stanford Social Innovation Review, the…

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ShaeWellness VP of Education, Dr. Cam McDonald 1:01:00

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Dr. Cam McDonald is a leader, educator, scientist, motivator and father. As VP of Education of ShaeWellness, Dr. Cam is driven to increase awareness around the need for a personalised approach to leadership and workplace wellness. This work, while in true alignment with his mission of creating tangible and healthy change in the world, has allowed h…

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Brain Aware Training CEO, Dr. Britt Andreatta 1:12:40

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Dr. Britt Andreatta is an internationally recognized thought leader who uses her background in leadership, neuroscience, psychology, and education to create science-based solutions for today’s workplace challenges. Britt is the CEO of Brain Aware Training and former CLO for Lynda.com (LinkedIn Learning). She has over 10 million views worldwide of h…

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Johnjay and Rich Radio Host, Johnjay Van Es 1:08:06

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As a child, Johnjay Van Es always dreamed of being on the radio. So the Johnjay and Rich era began in 2001 with their first show airing on KRQQ in Tucson. In 2014, the program joined Premiere Networks lineup of nationally syndicated programs. Airing Monday through Friday from 5 to 10 a.m. MT, The Johnjay & Rich Show is a non-stop blend of pop cultu…

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Optimization & Mental Edge Specialist, Coach Dar 55:46

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As a Board-Certified Occupational Therapist, leadership advisor to top CEO’s around the country, mental skills coach to professional athletes, business executive, author and speaker, Coach Dar is passionate about helping people break through barriers to achieve their goals. Her work continues to reach a global audience. As a therapist, executive ad…

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WHY Institute Founder, Dr. Sanchez 1:09:02

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Dr. Sanchez, also known as "Dr. WHY", is a renowned international speaker, author, dentist, and inventor. He has uncovered the elusive 9 WHY's and developed the innovative WHY Operating System (WHY.os), founded the highly respected WHY Institute, and crafted a cutting-edge discovery tool that enables individuals to uncover their WHY in just 5 minut…

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Pursue Whole Co-Founder & CEO, Andy Maurer 55:19

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As a former therapist and professor of human and sports psychology, Andy has taken the best of cutting-edge neuroscience and performance research and paired it with therapeutic best practices to create the Pursue Whole® Coaching Model. His unique framework brings clarity, relief, and growth to the struggles leaders face on the inside. Press: Leader…