Best Scott Ritzheimer Podcasts (2025)

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Leadership at the Crossroads with Dr. Hsien-Hsien Lei 29:09

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Send us a text Dr. Hsien-Hsien Lei is Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of The American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Singapore — the largest and the most active international business association in Singapore and Southeast Asia representing over 650 companies. Hsien is also Adjunct Associate Professor at the National University of Singapore Saw Swee…

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The Hidden Legal Time Bomb That's About to Explode Your Growing Business with Jeff Holman (stage 4) - Ep. 340 23:48

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In this protective episode, Jeff Holman, Founder and CEO of Intellectual Strategies, shares fractional legal strategies for business protection. If you struggle with legal blindsides or IP risks as a startup, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why early legal audits prevent costly disputes in stage 2 - How fractional teams deliver expe…

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Being an Entrepreneur Doesn't Mean You Have to be a Solopreneur with Renee Hastings (stage 2) - Ep. 339 19:41

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In this practical episode, Renee Hastings, President and CEO of Executive Help Now, shares how virtual assistants free up time for growth. If you struggle with admin overload or productivity dips, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why delegating low-value tasks boosts stage 2 focus - How to identify admin for VA offloading - What syst…

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Exploring with Purpose (3) with Dr. Jonathan Reams 37:22

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Send us a text Jonathan Reams, PhD, is currently doing action research projects exploring how to scale micro-skill development for habituating core leadership practices. He approaches this work drawing on experiences from holding a position at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) from 2007 until 2024, serving as editor-in-chief…

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The Four Elements of an Effective Executive Team with Jay Johnson (stage 5) - Ep. 338 22:32

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In this bureaucratic episode, Jay Johnson, CEO of Coeus Creative Group, shares behavioral intelligence for team building. If you struggle with personality clashes or self-doubt as a startup founder, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why understanding behaviors boosts stage 2 team harmony - How to assess four elements for better hiring…

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Stop Settling for Less as a Solopreneur with Stu McLaren (stage 2) - Ep. 337 19:17

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In this guaranteed episode, Stu McLaren, Co-Founder of Membership.io, shares how memberships scale income without teams. If you struggle with time limits or growth ceilings as a solopreneur, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why memberships create recurring revenue in stage 2 - How to launch a simple membership in 30 days - What AI au…

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Exploring with Purpose (2) with Dr. Jonathan Reams 36:15

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Send us a text Jonathan Reams, PhD, is currently doing action research projects exploring how to scale micro-skill development for habituating core leadership practices. He approaches this work drawing on experiences from holding a position at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) from 2007 until 2024, serving as editor-in-chief…

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Don’t wait for the doctor to tell you it’s time with Brandon Woodward (stage 6) - Ep. 336 22:16

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In this strategic episode, Brandon Woodward, Managing Partner of Woodward, Kelley, Fulton & Kaplan, shares legal insights for building wealth management teams. If you struggle with exit planning or asset protection, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why a knowledgeable attorney maximizes stage 6 exit value - How to reduce personal spe…

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Make Friends with Your Imposter with Daphne Dickopf (stage 2) - Ep. 335 19:33

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In this investing episode, Daphne Dickopf, Founder and Owner of Change Matters Coaching LLC, shares shares tools to overcome imposter syndrome. If you struggle with feeling out of depth as a startup founder, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why imposter feelings signal growth in stage 2 - How to reframe imposter as an ally for progre…

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Exploring with Purpose with Dr. Jonathan Reams 42:39

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Send us a text Jonathan Reams, PhD, is currently doing action research projects exploring how to scale micro-skill development for habituating core leadership practices. He approaches this work drawing on experiences from holding a position at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) from 2007 until 2024, serving as editor-in-chief…

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The One Person You Need to Scale Your Business with Jen Goldman (stage 3) - Ep. 334 20:02

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The Most Overlooked Tool for Success at Scale with Deborah Heiser (stage 5) - Ep. 333 20:33

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Athletic Coaching as Leadership with Chris Whritenour, Bret Beecher, Dennis Pluth, & John Dailey 30:48

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Send us a text John Dailey – A high school diving coach for more than 45 years, John is known for his infectious energy, big-hearted mentorship, and focus on building confidence and resilience in young athletes. Chris Whritenour – A trailblazing coach and former University of Minnesota diver (and its first female coach). Chris broke barriers as one…

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Your Baby is Ugly (Here's How to Fix It) with Justin Goodbread (stage 5) - Ep. 332 23:08

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In this strategic episode, Justin Goodbread, CEO of Relentless Value Coaching, shares systems for building transferable businesses. If you struggle with low valuation or exit planning, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why systems reduce owner dependency for stage 5 exits - How to optimize eight key areas for higher valuation - What m…

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The Biggest Asset You Don’t Know You’re Missing with Nathalie Doremieux (stage 2) - Ep. 331 23:08

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In this impactful episode, Nathalie Doremieux, CEO of The Membership Lab, shares strategies for building thriving online memberships. If you struggle with trading time for money or scaling solo, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why memberships create recurring revenue without expanding payroll - How to validate ideas by surveying you…

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Men’s Leadership Development with Dr. Nicole Ferry 41:44

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Send us a text Nicole Ferry is a tenure-track assistant professor at Copenhagen Business School. Drawing on her background in cultural studies and critical theory, her research examines the ideological and gendered discourses of leadership and leadership development across diverse contexts. She has published in Journal of Business Ethics, Leadershi…

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Your Team in Perfect Harmony with Michael Brenner (stage 4) - Ep. 330 28:55

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In this amenable episode, Michael Brenner, CEO of Right Chord Leadership, shares leadership strategies via music metaphors. If you struggle with team disillusionment or leadership transition, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why blending passions builds authentic leadership in stage 4 - How to apply CHORDS model for team harmony - Wh…

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Would You Be Happier as an Entrepreneur? with David Waldas (stage 1) - Ep. 329 22:31

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In this coordinated episode, David Waldas, Founder of The Aligned Living, shares strategies for alignment and flow in life and business. If you struggle with disillusionment or lack of passion in leadership, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why passion drives sustainable success in stage 1 ventures - How to find your unique spark ben…

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Content Fatigue with Scott Ritzheimer 34:49

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Send us a text Scott Ritzheimer has helped start nearly 20,000 new businesses and nonprofits, and with his business partner started and led their multimillion-dollar business through an exceptional and extended growth phase (over 10 years of double-digit growth all before he turned 35. He founded Scale Architects to help businesses across the count…

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Do You Feel like the CEO Your Business Card Says You Are? with Deborah Coviello (stage 4) - Ep. 328 23:24

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In this empowering episode, Deborah Coviello, Founder of Drop In CEO, shares shares strategies for CEO leadership. If you struggle with chaos or burnout, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why prioritize peace of mind before pursuing results - How to define your purpose through self-reflection - How to evolve people processes to unleas…

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Fighting to Win With Your Team and Not Against Them with Tim Stout (stage 3) - Ep. 327 19:44

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In this dynamic episode, Tim Stout, Team Leader of Tim Stout Group, GA, shares practical tactics for managing teams and scaling businesses. If you struggle with team management or overwhelming opportunities, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why leading by example builds a strong team culture in stage 3 - How to prioritize high-value …

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Discovering Lincoln Through the Eyes of Douglas with Dr. Jonathan White 35:29

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Send us a text Dr. Jonathan W. White is a professor of American Studies at Christopher Newport University. He is the author or editor of 17 books covering various topics, including civil liberties during the Civil War, the USS Monitor and the Battle of Hampton Roads, the presidential election of 1864, and what Abraham Lincoln and soldiers dreamt ab…

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The 5 Questions Founders Forget to Ask Until Its Too Late with Keren Eldad (stages 1,4) - Ep. 326 21:11

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In this veritable episode, Keren Eldad, Founder of With Enthusiasm Coaching, shares insights on escaping the gilded cage of external success through inner purpose. If you feel dissatisfied in your job or disillusioned despite business growth, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why external achievements won't resolve inner dissatisfacti…

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The Dark Side of Servant Leadership Exposed with Nathan Jamail (stage 5) - Ep. 325 22:23

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In this dynamic episode, Nathan Jamail, Owner of Jamail Development Group, shares strategies to empower middle managers. If you struggle with alignment or accountability, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why middle managers need coaching to align vision from top to bottom - How to coach down to make employees better, not just easier …

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Reimagining Business Through Systems Thinking with Dr. Wayne Mayer 36:05

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Send us a text Dr. Wayne E. Mayer, CEO of When Everything Matters (WEMCo), is a Strategic Sustainability Consultant who advises global companies, governments, and non-profits. He helps organizations transform business models into authentic Sustainable Development partnerships. He brings over 20 years’ experience designing and leading Corporate Sust…

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Surviving Your Sophomore Year as an Entrepreneur with Kareen Walsh (stage 3) - Ep. 324 20:34

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In this streamlined episode, Kareen Walsh, CEO of Revampologist, LLC, shares strategies to scale your business beyond year one. If you struggle with sustainability or trust, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why 90% of businesses fail in years 2-5 without a clear long-term vision - How to identify your CEO role (Creator, Entrepreneur,…

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Is Your Problem Your People, Your Processes, or Your Past? with Steven Falk (stage 5) - Ep. 323 25:49

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In this transformative episode, Steven Falk, Founder and CEO of SwitchbackOS, shares strategies to balance systems and relationships for leadership excellence. If you struggle with team dynamics or control, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to use metacognition to manage thoughts and lead effectively - Why balancing systems and re…

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Skip the Sexy Stuff: Why Leadership Development Needs to Start with the Boring Bits with Dr. Barrett Keene 33:32

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Send us a text Dr. Barrett Keene is the Senior Director of Talent Development at Stanford Health Care. He previously served as Director of Talent Development at Intuit, where he led teams that develop leaders in Silicon Valley and across the world. Before Intuit, Barrett worked at Tesla as an executive coach and the Head of Leadership and Talent De…

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The Secret to Securing Consistent Monthly Income with Tracy Beavers (stage 1) - Ep. 322 20:45

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In this tenacious episode, Tracy Beavers, Founder of Tracy Beavers Coaching, shares strategies for consistent income. If you face unpredictable revenue, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to create 90 days of content in 30 minutes - Why one-to-one coaching builds momentum early - How to use organic strategies for list growth This e…

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How to Break Out When You Feel Like You’re Going to Break Down with Stewart Ervin (stage 4) - Ep. 321 23:20

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In this coherent episode, Stewart Ervin, President of Bracket Management, shares strategies to streamline your business growth. If you face chaos or doubt about scaling, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to align sales and operations for smoother growth - Why a 12-month forecast guides better deci - How to embrace processes withou…

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Changing on the Job with Jennifer Garvey Berger 36:50

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Send us a text Jennifer Garvey Berger designs and teaches leadership programs, coaches senior leaders and their teams, and supports new ways of thinking about strategy and people. In her four highly acclaimed books, Unleash Your Complexity Genius (co-authored with Carolyn Coughlin), Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps, Simple Habits for Complex Times (c…

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How Good Are You... at Selling You? with Chris Marr (stage 2) - Ep. 320 22:42

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In this decisive episode, Chris Marr, Founder of The Authoritative Coach, shares strategies to boost confidence and authority as a coach. If you struggle with self-doubt or people-pleasing, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to see yourself as the prize to attract better clients - Why embracing your unique perspective builds strong…

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Do You Have Financial Problems or Financial Consequences? with Tom Dillon (stage 4) - Ep. 319 20:14

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In this prudent episode, Tom Dillon, Founder of Frak Finance, shares strategies for data-driven financial decisions. If you struggle with cashflow mismatches, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to use rolling forecasts to predict cashflow issues - Why transparency with executives boosts team problem-solving - How to shift from gut-…

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Navigating Leadership Polarities with Cathy Carroll 31:32

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Send us a text Cathy Carroll learned about family business leadership the best way you can – by leading her family business. After a twenty-year corporate career, she left United Airlines to lead her father’s business and instantly recognized a difference between leadership in a family business vs leadership in a large corporation. Founder and Pres…

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Why A Sales Rep Isn't the Answer You're Looking For with Christopher Filipiak (stages 2,3) - Ep. 318 25:29

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In this feasible episode, Christopher Filipiak, Owner of Christopher Filipiak LLC, shares strategies to stabilize your sales. If you struggle with inconsistent revenue or hiring salespeople, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to shift your mindset to see structure as freedom - Why mastering sales yourself ensures stable revenue gro…

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Why Your Business Won't Sell with Darryl Bates-Brownsword (stages 5,6) - Ep. 317 27:35

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In this workable episode, Darryl Bates-Brownsword, Founder of Succession Plus UK, shares strategies to make your business sellable. If you struggle with exit planning or maximizing value, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - How to start exit planning early to ensure a high-value sale - Why reducing owner dependence boosts your business’…

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The Knowing-Doing Gap in Leadership with Dr. Amal Ahmadi & Dr. Bernd Vogel 37:03

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Send us a text Dr. Amal Ahmadi is an Associate Professor and Program Coordinator at the College of Business and Management, American University of Bahrain. She holds a PhD in management from Henley Business School. Her research focuses on leadership and leadership development, and currently revolves around investigating cognitive, affective, and be…

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How to Scale Your Sales with Systems and Software with Andy Audate (stage 3) - Ep. 316 24:10

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In this perceptive episode, Andy Audate, President of AudateMedia, shares strategies for leveraging CRMs to scale your business predictably. If you struggle with disorganized customer tracking or inefficient sales processes, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why a CRM tracks customer journeys to streamline your sales process - How to …

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Is this the End of the Non-Tech Founder? with David Hirschfeld (stages 1,2) - Ep. 315 21:14

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In this enlightening episode, David Hirschfeld, Founder and CEO of Tekyz Inc, shares how AI transforms entrepreneurship for non-tech and tech founders. If you struggle with leveraging AI or validating business ideas, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why AI simplifies market research and planning for stage 1 non-tech founders - How to…

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The Trust Transformation with Roy Reid (stage 4) - Ep. 314 21:10

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In this compelling episode, Roy Reid, Owner of www.roywreid.com/, shares strategies to build trust as a leadership operating system. If you struggle with low trust or team tension, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why trust is your leadership operating system for stage 4 success - How to identify trust levels in team relationships to…

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How Charismatic Are You? with Richard Reid (stage 4) - Ep. 313 19:31

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In this magnetic episode, Richard Reid, Founder of Richard Reid Enterprises (IoM) Limited, shares strategies to develop authentic charisma for leadership. If you struggle with connecting authentically or feeling inauthentic as a leader, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why charisma is about connection, not extroversion, for stage 4 l…

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You Can’t Separate Strategy and Leadership with Debbie Plager (stage 4) - Ep. 312 21:16

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In this practical episode, Debbie Plager shares strategies to align your leadership team and structure for scalable growth. If you face organizational chaos or misaligned teams, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why pausing to assess strategy prevents growing pains. - How to align leaders using data-driven insights. - What the 70/100 …

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Developing Servant Leaders at Scale with Dr. Max Klau 31:26

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Send us a text Dr. Max Klau is a consultant, author, speaker, and Integral Master Coach based in Boston, Massachusetts. He received his doctorate from the Harvard Graduate School of Education in 2005 with a focus on civic leadership development. He served as the Chief Program Officer at the New Politics Leadership Academy (NPLA) from 2016-2024. NPL…

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Auditproof Your Business with Tanya Akimenko (stage 4) - Ep. 311 21:34

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In this insightful episode, Tanya Akimenko shares strategies to prepare for IRS audits and simplify business finances. If you fear audits or lack financial clarity, you won't want to miss it. You will discover: - Why proactive financial prep prevents audit stress and boosts decisions. - How to choose a trusted tax pro for audit support. - What to d…

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Conquer the Referral Dilemma with Devin Sizemore (stages 2,3) - Ep. 310 23:04

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In this actionable episode, Devin Sizemore, Owner of Devin Sizemore Consulting, shares a system for building a predictable referral strategy. If you struggle with inconsistent client leads, you won’t want to miss it. You will discover: - Why referrals outperform other business development strategies - How to change your ask to unlock network potent…

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Don’t Stay in Your Lane: A Conversation with Cynthia Pong 32:12

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Send us a text Cynthia Pong, JD, is an award-winning executive coach and speaker who empowers women of color leaders to advance their careers into positions of power. A Forbes Contributor and LinkedIn Top Voice for Job Search and Career, she has been featured in HBR, The Atlantic, and on NBC, CBS, NPR, and more. As Founder and CEO of Embrace Change…

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How to Lead as Chief Executive with Yosi Kossowsky (stage 5) - Ep. 309 22:45

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In this enlightening episode, Yosi Kossowsky, Co-Owner of K-Tor Consulting Services LTD, shares insights on leading high-performing executive teams. If you struggle with coaching executives or fostering collaboration, you won’t want to miss it. You will discover: - Why your behavior sets the tone for your executive team - How to communicate clear e…

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The Hiring Advantage No Small Business Knows They Have with Michael Neal (stage 3) - Ep. 308 22:28

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In this game-changing episode, Michael Neal, Founder of Build My Team, shares strategies to hire high-performing team members. If you struggle with finding great talent, you won’t want to miss it. You will discover: - Why focusing on strengths over experience attracts top talent - How to create roles that let employees be authentic - What outsourci…

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Design from the Heart with Jenn Zella 25:05

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Send us a text Jenn Zella is the Co-Founding Principal and Chief Visionary Officer of CID Design Group, an intentional design firm that creates authentic interiors and inspired brands that engage, elevate, and endure. With a deep-rooted passion for collaboration, the creative process, and what she terms Conscious Design, Jenn believes in the power …

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6 Steps to Creating Your Dream Life with Matt Gerlach (stage 5) - Ep. 307 24:01

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In this profound episode, Matt Gerlach, Owner of mattgerlach.com, shares steps to align your business with your true aspirations. If you struggle with burnout or unfulfilling success, you won’t want to miss it. You will discover: - Why assessing your current situation clarifies your true motivations - How to set aspirations that align with your des…