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Leadership Happy Hour

Leadership Happy Hour is where we discuss leadership, team strategies, have a little fun and, also, a few drinks! Grab a cocktail and catch up with topical leadership issues here!

Please drink responsibly….we don’t want you to damage your computer.

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136 - It's All About The Relationship With Jack McGuinness Aug 04, 2019

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“It takes two flints to make a fire.” – Louisa May Alcott

Relationships are to leadership as bread is to a sandwich....it's what keeps it all together. However, it today's busy world we tend to focus in on the relationship first and, instead, focus in on the mission.

On this episode, I get to talk to fellow military leader and retiree, Jack McGuinness. Jack is a West Point graduate and learned much of his leadership trade in the trenches (like I did) with other military people. Jack and I talk about teamwork and leadership relationships this week and I know you're going to dig our conversation as much as I did.

CHEERS!

More on Jack...

Jack McGuinness has 25+ years of experience working with leadership teams at organizations big and small across multiple industries. After serving as an airborne ranger with the U.S. Army’s prestigious 10th Mountain Division, he helped build a successful boutique management-consulting rm where he served as COO for 13 years. Jack also served as CEO of a contract packaging company, where he developed a passion for unleashing the leadership capacity of teams throughout an organization.

In 2009 Jack joined forces with a West Point classmate to form Relationship Impact, a consulting rm focused on working with CEOs to unlock the potential of their leadership teams. He also serves as a Senior Professional Instructor at the Johns Hopkins Carey School of Business where he teaches courses on strategic management and human capital. He is a contributing writer to Chief Executive Magazine.

Jack holds an MBA from the Hagan School of Business at Iona College and a BS in Engineering Management from the United States Military Academy at West Point.

Jack McGuinness Information

Email: jmcguinness@relationship-impact.com

Phone: 301-785-9731

Skype: jmcguinness65

Website: https://www.relationship-impact.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackmcguinness/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreatLeadershipTeams/

135 - Enabling Life For Your Team With Natalie Nagele Jul 27, 2019

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“A man who dares to waste one hour of time has not discovered the value of life.” —Charles Darwin

I've never quite understood the 40 hour workweek. Have you? I mean, if you can get your work done in half of the time...why do you need to sit there until the clock runs out? Production is production, isn't it?

This is just ONE of the issues we discuss with my AWESOME guest, Natalie Nagele, on this week's Leadership Happy Hour. Natalie is what all leaders should be; a life-long learner. She is doing things really good but she still wants to do it better so she can "enable life" for her team. I know you're going to dig Natalie as much as I do!

CHEERS!

More on Natalie...

Natalie is the co-founder and CEO of Wildbit, the company behind Postmark, Beanstalk and Conveyor. With 29 team members across 5 countries working on multi-million dollar products for developers, she’s proving that you can grow an extremely profitable business while focusing on shorter work days, an enjoyable work-from-anywhere environment, and staying small.

Useful background information on Wildbit’s culture and leadership:

Wildbit’s company values: Under “The rules that shape the how we work and live” on the home page

134 - Gut Check With Wade Lightheart Jul 23, 2019

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“Health is the greatest gift.” - Buddha

Is one of you goals to live a healthier life? If so, you can do two things immediately...

Listen to this episode of the podcast
Put Wade's advice into action

On this episode I had the great pleasure to talk to THREE TIME natural body building champion Wade Lightheart. We, as leaders, need to take care of ourselves. If we're not running at our optimum there is no way we can be 100% on point for our teams.

Wade opened my eyes about a lot of health prevention issues and strategies. AND...he gives a special offer at the end of the podcast for those who care to partake.

I really enjoyed the candor that Wade shared on the show and also his ability to take some complex issues and make them easy to execute.

CHEERS!

More on Wade..

Wade T. Lightheart, host of the AWESOME Health Podcast, is a 3-time All Natural National Bodybuilding Champion, advisor to the American Anti-Cancer Institute and Director of Education at BiOptimizers Nutrition, one of the world’s most innovative nutritional supplement companies. He is also the author of several books including the best-selling books, “Staying Alive in a Toxic World” and “The Wealthy Backpacker.” The AWESOME Health Podcast is a big part of his mission to help others x their digestion and transform their health with the daily practice of positive principles, rituals and optimizers.

Few alive have traveled farther or crusaded harder on behalf of helping individuals transform their digestive health, wellness and overall lives than Wade T. Lightheart. A er competing in Mr. Universe and his health failing him following a competition victory, Wade began to search for answers. In the process, he learned so much about what makes digestion work, along with other principles that form what he calls the AWESOME Health system. Wade’s journey into vegetarianism and bodybuilding took his health to new heights, empowering him to help others with a unique perspective. Wade also serves as an advisor to the American Anti-Cancer Institute, and is the Co-Founder and Director of Education at BiOptimizers, a digestive health company.

Check him out at: https://bioptimizers.com/ AND http://www.wadelightheart.net/

133 - What's The Benefit? With Allison DePaoli Jul 22, 2019

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“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” – Benjamin Franklin

I'll admit it...there are a LOT of things in this world I know nothing about, however, I rectified one of those knowledge deficiencies on this week's show when we talked benefits with expert Allison DePaoli.

I had no idea there were so many things to consider. Not only from an employer standpoint but also from an employee's. We talk risk, what to look for, and a whole lot more! You're going to dig Allison...she makes benefits fun!

CHEERS!

More on Allison..

A veteran of the insurance and benefits industry, Allison began her career in the Greater Washington DC area and later moved to Florida to work in the family employee benefits firm, as the Vice President of Operations.

After moving to San Antonio TX in 2000, she began her career with Aflac as a top 1% sales producer and learned how to effectively engage employees in making their benefits plan work for them.

Allison moved on to found De Paoli Professional Services in 2015, allowing her to deliver best in class Enhanced Benefits (formerly known as Voluntary Benefits) as well as effective enrollment and implementation strategies. In 2017, she expanded De Paoli Professional Services again to offer best in class employee benefits.

Check her out HERE!

132 - What if You're NOT Who You Think You Are? With Mark Gober Jul 13, 2019

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“The world as we have created...it is a process of our thinking. It cannot be changed without changing our thinking.”― Albert Einstein

This week....we're getting DEEP on the show. We're talking beyond leadership into your consciousness! Yes....I know....pretty cool stuff. I get to talk to Mark Gober about his new book, What if You're Not Who You Think You Are.

I truly enjoyed this interview with Mark. It was smart, insightful and pushed me to question a lot of things that I held as true in my mind. I think you'll find the same.

CHEERS!

More on Mark!

Mark Gober is an author whose worldview was turned upside down in late 2016 when he was exposed to world-changing science. After researching extensively, he wrote An End to Upside Down Thinking to introduce the general public to these cutting-edge ideas – all in an effort to encourage a much-needed global shift in scientific and existential thinking. Mark is a senior member of Sherpa Technology Group, a firm that advises businesses on mergers & acquisitions and strategy. He previously worked as an investment banking analyst in New York.

Mark has been quoted for his opinions on business and technology matters inBloomberg Businessweek and elsewhere, and he has authored internationally published business articles. He has participated in several Summit Series events and has attended the annual TED Conference for the past 8 years. He graduated magna cum laude from Princeton University, where he was captain of the tennis team.

Visit Mark online at MarkGober.com Connect with Mark via LinkedIn Also at Facebook & Instagram

131 - Jump On The Cloudsponge With Jay Gibb Jul 06, 2019

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“You will never feel truly satisfied by work until you are satisfied by life.” - Heather Schuck

It isn't easy doing it all. How do you run a successful business, take care of your team and still manage to be there so your kids know who you are? Like I stated...it isn't easy!

On this episode I have the pleasure of talking with Jay Gibb. Jay is a serial entrepreneur and CEO of Cloudsponge. We hit a full rack of different topics but what I really took away from our time together was Jay's intentionality in maintaining balance in an off balance world.

I know you'll dig Jay's down to earth style as much as I did! CHEERS!

More on Jay...

Jay Gibb, an ex-so ware developer, has successfully pivoted from the services industry to the B2B SaaS industry. By managing a completely remote engineering workforce for over 10 years through hundreds of so ware development projects, Jay has learned what to do and what not to do, building a successful company.

As an entrepreneur with children at home, Jay had to navigate the waters of work/life balance, and enjoys sharing his lessons with other business builders.

Now Jay teaches others how design and construction of growth mechanisms at online companies can drive success without burnout. From entrepreneurs and founders, to product managers and growth marketers, Jay’s knowledge and systems help businesses generate more leads, referrals and virality.

Connect with Jay...

 jay@cloudsponge.com

 cloudsponge.com  in/jaygibb

 @CloudSponge

130 - Knockout Presentations With Diane Diresta, CSP Jun 27, 2019

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“Be yourself! Don’t try to fabricate your personality in the guise of impressing others.” ― Ashish Patela

Do you hate giving presentations? You're not alone. Most do. But, research suggests, that people that can effective present get promoted faster, make more money, and eat without gaining weight (I made that last fact up) (But...I wish it were true)).

If you're looking to "up your game" in presenting the material that is going to make a difference for your organization, then this episode is for you! I had the great privilege to talk to, Diane Diresta! She is a communications expert, presentations expert, former media coach for the NBA....in short, she has got the GOODS!

I've been speaking professionally for nearly 10 years and Diane gave me some tips I had never considered before so get a pen, get some paper and get ready to get better!

CHEERS!

More on Diane..

Diane DiResta, CSP, is Founder and CEO of DiResta Communications, Inc., a New York City consultancy that serves business leaders who deliver high-stakes presentations - whether one-to-one, in front of a crowd, or from an electronic platform. Diane is the author of Knockout Presentations: How to Deliver Your Message with Power, Punch, and Pizzazz, which has been called the “Bible of Public Speaking.” With a client list that boasts companies and organizations like Ti any & Co., Madison Square Garden, NBA, Spectrum Reach, and L’Oreal, Diane’s experience speaks for itself.

A Certi ed Speaking Professional, Diane is one of only 12% of speakers to hold that designation. She was President of the New York City chapter of National Speakers Association and former media trainer for the NBA and WNBA. Diane has been featured on CNN and Bloomberg Radio, and quoted in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Guardian UK, and Investor’s Business Daily. She currently resides in Staten Island, New York.

Connect with her on her website: https://www.diresta.com/

129 - How to Keep Your Humanity at Work With Tevis Trower Jun 23, 2019

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"Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them humanity cannot survive." ― Dalai Lama

Ever feel like you've left the best part of yourself at home when you get to work? I know I have. Perhaps it's the people. Or, maybe, it's a series of situations that cause you to question why you're even doing what you're doing. Rest easy...you're not alone and there are things you can do to be your best.

This episode's guest is Tevis Trower. She's an incredible person with some unique and poignant views on what you can do to keep your humanity at work. We talk about a lot of things but, specifically, hit on how to bring your best self to work; how to get past the habit of discontent; and how to change your point of focus for your best life.

I know you'll dig it as much as I did! CHEERS!

More on Tevis...

Balance Integration Corporation Founder/CEO Tevis Trower is a pioneer in optimizing corporate cultures. Heralded in bestselling Megatrends 2010 as “corporate mindfulness guru for the new millennium”, Tevis has assisted powerful organizations ranging from Disney to Morgan Stanley work from the top down in optimizing their most precious assets: human beings.

Serving clients in over 70 US markets, Europe and Latin America, Balance Integration has provided global executive immersions for prestigious organizations including Harvard Business Review Events, Young Presidents Organization, PWC, KKR, Soros, Bloomberg LP, Viacom, Google and The Economist on issues including imposter syndrome, trust, innovation, emotionally sustainable leadership, and fostering an environment of radical success. You can find profiles and expert advice from Tevis featured in respected media outlets including Forbes, Fortune, BusinessWeek, Glamour, YogaJournal, CIO, Pink, RealSimple, Crain’s, New York Post, Financial Times, WWD, New York Observer, MSNBC, FoxBusiness, NY1 and Martha Stewart. As NYU Faculty teaching Business Creativity & Personal Mastery, Tevis also served as worklife expert to WebMD and Huffington Post.

Tevis lives what she teaches from her home in Woodstock, enjoying surfing, snowboarding and playing guitar.

Check her out on her website: https://www.balanceintegration.com/

128 - It's ALL About Dignity With Esther Weinberg Jun 20, 2019

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"Dignity of human nature requires that we must face the storms of life." -Mahatma Gandhi

Part of being human is to know that we're heard, we're valued, we're respected and that what we do provides some kind of meaning. Where does that come from? It's all about dignity!

Today's workplace cultures have a void and that void is dignity. People's needs aren't being met and this episode's guest is out to change it! Her name is Esther Weinberg and she has got the GOODS! Want to change your workplace to one where people want to be and flourish? Take a listen!

CHEERS!

More on Esther...

Esther Weinberg is a leader in redefining organizational culture.

She and her team assist mid to large media companies, their employees and specifically their executive leadership teams to build sustainable company cultures based on respect, safety and trust.

Esther is a powerhouse game changer who has successfully transformed organizations, executive leaders, and teams for over 20 years. From a Disney and FOX executive to an expert in organizational leadership development, Esther’s unique training and mentorship ability taps into the pulse of the current challenges today’s media, publishing and tech companies are facing internally.

Using The Ready Zone TM framework, Esther coaches and trains leaders through change with proven systems to reframe, refocus and realign – and ultimately rise to lead.

Esther creates breakthrough strategies for Netflix, NBCUniversal, Microsoft, Turner, Warner Bros., Sony, DreamWorks Animation, Univision, Discovery Communications, CNN, Adobe and Disney.

Esther has built a reputation as a thought leader that practices what she shares, standing in the shoes of C-Suite executives as both an interim CEO and leader at numerous organizations. Esther’s passion for developing leaders globally and building cross-cultural solutions stems from her work abroad including in Botswana, Israel and in Uganda. Esther also held executive positions at Disney/ABC Television Group and Fox.

Esther is a graduate of New York University with a major in Journalism and CoachU. She is a member of Women in Cable Telecommunications, PromaxBDA, and Harvard’s Institute of Coaching at McLean Hospital as well as an Introductory Leader for Landmark, a worldwide company facilitating personal development programs.

Contact: Esther Weinberg at esther@mindlightgroup.com, 323-424-3474.

127 - Step Into The Moment With Carey Jenkins Jun 07, 2019

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"A good leader leads the people from above them. A great leader leads the people from within them."--M. D. Arnold

I'm a life long learner. In part, that's why I do the podcast...I'm always learning things from my guests and this week is no exception...she blew me away!

This episode's guest is Carey Jenkins. She the CEO of a tech company and had a very unconventional path to getting there. She shares some key insights about that path, what she's learned along the way and some great strategies that you can employ today to lead better, lead smarter, and be the leader you should!

CHEERS!

More on Carey...

Carey Jenkins had an unconventional path to CEO of Substantial, a Seattle-based digital product studio that’s worked with companies like Amazon, Mercedes Benz, and the Wall Street Journal. In 2012, Carey joined the client services team, and six short years later she became the CEO. As the sixth female employee and first mother hired at Substantial, Carey is proud that Substantial has grown the female employee base to 37% overall and 40% on the leadership team, and she is committed to empowering other women to seize more leadership opportunities.

Carey brings 17+ years of experience in client relationship management, delivery management, and business development. Her brand of leadership focuses on relationships, both internal and external, and building mutually beneficial partnerships with clients and team members. She is passionate about the combination of transparent, empathetic, and direct communication, which she attributes to her Southern upbringing mixed with formative years in New York.

Her eclectic background has been formative in developing her leadership values. While completing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in New York City, she worked her way through college as a real estate agent, barista, waitress, and actress before pivoting to journalism. She had her first professional experience as an Executive Assistant at Jane Magazine, where she managed the magazine web presence opening up a path to client services and digital products. For the past 12 years, Carey has called Seattle home, where she lives with her husband and five year old daughter.

Check out her company: https://substantial.com/

Follow her on twitter: https://twitter.com/Substantial

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