“Inclusion in decision-making and goal-setting is one of the main things that engage people, making them feel like they’re part of something bigger—and that eliminates F.E.A.R.” — Allison Aker Davis

I had the delight of speaking with Allison Aker Davis, Coaching Culture Strategist, organization consultant, and executive coach. She is the Principal of Aker Davis LLC, an evidence-based coaching and organization effectiveness consulting firm.

We discuss: 

• Redefining fear
• Culturally responsive leadership
• Breaking cycles of fear during times of change

“Authenticity is the degree to which a person’s actions are consistent with their identified values and their desired outcomes.” — Gina London

I had the pleasure of speaking with Gina London, Emmy award-winning former CNN correspondent and anchor turned motivational trainer, executive advisor, and keynote speaker. 

She is the CEO of Language of Leadership LTD., where she uses her passion for people and storytelling to support leaders and help them better connect, lead, and inspire others.

We discuss: 

• The definition of authenticity
• Adopting a growth mindset to lead a more authentic life
• Authenticity is more than words and thoughts

“We are in more control than we think.”  — Darcy Eikenberg

I had the opportunity to speak with Darcy Eikenberg, Executive and Leadership Career Coach, Keynote speaker, workshop facilitator for organizations and professional associations, and author. 

She is the founder of Red Cape Revolution, where she helps organization leaders and high-achieving professionals generate more clarity, confidence, and control of their life without changing their careers or finding new jobs.

We discuss: 

• Why it’s time for employees and leaders to change their perspective on work
• Listening to the little whispers
• Understanding the Illusion of Transparency

“Business can be done profitably – for ourselves and for our clients – and it can also benefit the community, humanity, and the planet.” — Carolyn Pistone

I had the pleasure of speaking with Carolyn Pistone, President and Managing Director of Clear Blue Commercial, a full-service company dedicated to providing holistic and sustainable approaches to all aspects of the life of a property. 

Her dedication to saving the planet shines through her work in real estate and her passion for green buildings. 

We discuss: 

• The dire need for conscientious real estate
• Impact within real communities
• The practicality of sustainability 

“Everything is a learning experience. There’s always a gift or an opportunity in any kind of outreach that we do.” — Connie Kadansky

I sat down with Connie Kadansky, Founder of Exceptional Sales Performance, LLC., an organization that helps salespeople reframe their relationship with selling and convert their prospects into clients.

She is a Sales Empowerment Coach with sales expertise, globally recognized for helping salespeople from diverse industries develop meta-skills, confidently prospect and promote their products and services, and leverage key relationships.

We discuss: 

• Understanding sales call reluctance
• How to cultivate more curiosity in your life and career
• Understanding the meta-skills of a sales call strategy

“Happiness is not just a state of mind. It’s a state of body.” — JoAnna Brandi

I had the joy of speaking with JoAnna Brandi, the President of Return on Happiness and the creator of the Practice of Positive Leadership course. 

She is a Certified Chief Happiness Officer through the Florida International University, a keynote speaker, a workshop facilitator, and a consultant serving a diverse group of clients in small and large organizations. 

We discuss: 

• Understanding the positive spillover effect
• The difference between reaction and response 
• The value of conducting an ‘Appreciation Audit” with your team

“Our outer world is a reflection of our inner world.” – Vered Kogan

I had the pleasure of speaking with Vered Kogan, a leading mindset and resilience expert, certified executive coach, and Founder and CEO of the Momentum Institute.

Vered assists individuals and teams in learning how to adapt to obstacles and build resilience to thrive in all areas of life.  

We discuss: 

• Defining resilience
• The power of labeling how we feel
• The meaning of coherence

“Are you really solving a big problem, or do you have a solution that’s in search of a problem?” – Marcia Dawood

Have you ever been curious about what goes into angel investing? I had the opportunity to speak with Marcia Dawood, an investor in over 200 early-stage private companies, a Venture Partner with the international firm Mindshift Capital (focused on the US and MENA regions), and part of the investment committee for Next Wave Impact Fund. 

Marcia had more than a few tips to share on how to get funding and what it looks like behind the curtain of investing.

We discuss: 

• Minimizing the risk in startups
• Mindsets of a successful leader
• How advice and money interweave

“Every business I’ve ever started, I knew nothing about. If you’re passionate about wanting to learn something, you can learn it.” — Debbie Allen

I sat down with Debbie Allen, life-long entrepreneur, builder of several million-dollar businesses, accomplished speaker, and the author of nine books, her latest being Success Is Easy: Shameless, No-nonsense Strategies to Win in Business. 

We discuss: 

• The need for a sharp mindset
• The power of coaches and mentors
• How a growth mindset fuels success

“Defining a belief is filling in the gap between knowing and not knowing.” – Natasha Todorovic-Cowan

I sat down with Natasha Todorovic, CEO, and co-founder of the National Values-Center Consulting and owner of the Spiral Dynamics® brand. Natasha works with leaders, consultants, coaches, and organizations to predict hurdles within change.

We discuss: 

• What is Spiral Dynamics®?
• Human nature and how we change, evolve, and develop
• How mental maps are like international travel