Laura Noel on How to Live a Focused and Fulfilling Life
Laura Noel is an Executive Business and Personal Development Consultant who works with organizations and individuals to help streamline business processes while maximizing profits. She helps clients stretch their thinking in a way that opens them up to new possibilities. Prior to becoming an entrepreneur and CEO of her own company, Laura studied and taught…
Listen to EpisodeWayne Herring on Tapping into Your Next Adventure for Personal and Professional Growth
As the founder of Business Builder Camp, Wayne Herring has helped men across the country grow their businesses into successful and thriving enterprises. However, there is so much more to his story than simply “coach” or “consultant.” Wayne has worked as a specialty drilling and blasting contractor and an organic farmer. He has run ultra…
Listen to EpisodeElsie Escobar on Amplifying New Voices through Podcasting
Elsie Escobar is a die-hard podcast junkie who lives, breathes, and works the medium since 2006. She has worked for Libsyn (where PYP is hosted) since 2007 and has had the pleasure of working with hundreds of podcasters, sharing tools for better production, educating them in the fast-moving podcasting space, as well as cultivating a…
Listen to EpisodeBen Krueger on How Podcasting Can Make You a Better Leader
Ben Krueger is the founder and CEO of Cashflow Podcasting, where they help industry advocates reach more people, change more lives and move entire industries forward. Having collaborated on 100s of podcasts since 2012, they’ve developed 8 Podcast Principles that when applied, lead to highly effective business podcasts. Built on these principles, they’ve developed a…
Listen to EpisodeDave Blanchard on Small Business Marketing Success
Dave Blanchard, Owner and Founder of Cognesis Marketing has helped well over 100 small business owners get better results from their marketing budget. He is an innovative, customer-focused, and results-driven marketing leader with expertise in startups, automation, and growth. He lives with his wife and son in Battle Ground, WA. Links and Resources Learn more…
Listen to EpisodeRichard Lau on the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Leadership
Richard Lau, founder of Logo.com, has an impressive track record of building successful businesses. He has founded, built, and sold multiple companies including MyDomain.com, Resume.com, and NamesCon. Along with success on the business side, he has a heart for giving back to others and is Executive Director of WaterSchool, a charity focused on clean water…
Listen to EpisodeJenny Davis on Continuous Improvement as a Leadership Strategy
Jenny Davis was the fastest woman in Scottish sprint cycling. As a Commonwealth Games Medalist, Jenny understands what it takes to envision, plan, train, compete, and thrive on and off the track. The quickest way to innovate is to take lessons from one world and apply them in another. Using timeless principles she has successfully…
Listen to EpisodeLiletta Harlem on How to Use Your Voice for Leadership
Liletta Harlem is an Author, Event Coordinator, Motivational Speaker, Women’s Group Facilitator for Domestic Violence, Television Producer /Host, and CEO and Founder of her own companies entitled Big Sis & Company, and Keep The Box, LLC. Liletta has received training in Crisis Counseling, Group Counseling, Psychology, and Domestic Violence counseling. She currently is the Host…
Listen to EpisodeEric Rogell on Tapping into Our Inner Warrior, Lover, King, and Hero
Eric Rogell is the host of the “Warriors, Lovers, Kings, and Heroes” podcast, producer of The Complete Man Summit, a bestselling author, and a mentor creating bold, inspirational leaders who want to ignite motivation, vision, and purpose in their teams. He’s the author of the bestselling guide to creating lasting relationships, The Art of War…
Listen to EpisodeTim Leonard on Leveling the Playing Field for All College Athletes
In today’s episode, Tim Leonard takes us inside the world of college athletics. As a leader in the industry, Tim is passionate about student-athletes and how playing sports is where many young people learn critical leadership skills along with other important lessons for living a successful life. We spoke a couple of months into the…
Listen to EpisodeJudy DeFeo on Making the Most of Your Money
Judy DeFeo is passionate about the freedom and opportunities she brings to her clients. With 20 + years of financial industry experience, there’s no one better positioned to help small to midsize businesses leverage the power of cloud accounting software to help ease their accounting burden. Judy DeFeo spent 15 years with Goldman Sachs in…
Listen to EpisodeWill Cuddy & Zach Feiner on the Intersection of Leadership and Filmmaking
Since collaborating on a film project for the first time in 2013, Will Cuddy and Zach Feiner have spent countless hours working together on projects that have taken them all over the world. As their artistic and business partnership has grown, they’ve come to a realization – the more hours they spend together, the closer…
Listen to EpisodeBeth Armknecht Miller on the Value of Asking for Feedback
Beth Armknecht Miller is CEO of Executive Velocity, a top talent and leadership development advisory firm. Beth is a trusted executive consultant, Vistage Chair Emeritus, and committed volunteer. She is certified in Myers Briggs, Hogan, and Business DNA. And, she is a Certified Managerial Coach by Kennesaw University. Beth’s insight and expertise have made her…
Listen to EpisodeDerek Stone on How Forgiveness Changes Everything
For years Derek Stone had dreams of becoming a musician. This road didn’t lead him to success, however, it led him to Nashville, TN. Struggling to live as a starving artist with a family to feed, it was then he thought “there’s got to be a better way.” He went through an early life crisis,…
Listen to EpisodeTony Banta on Leading in Crisis
Times are different today with so many of us working remotely. Working with clients and building the right client systems to maximize client results and profit is tough during normal conditions. Add the layer of being at distance and the entire game changes. Ever wonder what your clients are actually thinking? Why they’re not taking…
Listen to EpisodeJosh Dick on Growing Your Business Like a Lobster
Josh Dick knows what it takes to grow a small business into something extraordinary. His approach to business has always been about creating an organization that is strong, secure, and able to avoid distraction. Throughout his career in the coffee industry, he relied on the unusual metaphor of the lobster to unite the team and…
Listen to EpisodePeter Lazaroff on a Bulletproof Approach to Meeting Your Financial Goals
Peter Lazaroff (LAZZ-ar-off) knew from a young age that he had a future in investing. When he was 12 years old, his grandmother gave him one stock in Nike for his birthday and the rest, as they say, is history. This one small gift set in motion a series of events that led him to…
Listen to EpisodeSharon Cully on the Indisputable Connection between Processes and Growth
Sharon Cully is the owner and founder of Simply Processes, where she helps entrepreneurs find the time they need to grow their business, make more money, and create more freedom. With 15+ years of experience working with leading global brands like Coca-Cola, Diageo, and GlaxoSmithKline, Sharon has successfully helped companies around the world to increase…
Listen to EpisodeChris Tuff on What the World’s Largest and Most Misunderstood Generation Really Wants
What do Millennials really want? Answering that question is central to the work today’s guest does. He even wrote a best selling book about what he’s learned. Chris Tuff calls himself “the Millennial Whisperer” and for good reason: because he listens — and listens hard — to Millennials. About Chris Tuff A graduate of Vanderbilt,…
Listen to EpisodeWayne Mullins on Why Your Website Doesn’t Have to Be Pretty
Think you have to have a beautiful website to do well online? Think again. Today’s guest Wayne Mullins, Founder of Ugly Mug Marketing, shares why what your website looks like has little to do with overall performance. Wayne and I have a fantastic conversation about what today’s businesses need to consider when building an online…
Listen to Episode3 CEOs Share Business Lessons from the Edge
Meet the 3 CEOs who have overcome every obstacle. These adventurers, entrepreneurs, and philanthropists have much to teach us about responsibility, success, and the bravery that surfaces in moments when everything is on the line. Who are the 3 CEOs? Nigel Bennett, Founder of AquaGuard, Andy Buyting, Founder of Tulip Media Group, and Todd Palmer,…
Listen to EpisodeKim Bohr on Avoiding the Leadership Bermuda Triangle
What causes organizations to break down more often than anything else? That’s the focus of my conversation with today’s guest, Kim Bohr. Kim Bohr is an author, in-demand speaker, and coveted executive advisor. She is also the CEO of The Innovare Group. The firm that is known for diagnosing and repairing organizational and leadership disconnects,…
Listen to EpisodeTommy Breedlove on Becoming Legendary
Returning for his second appearance on the Play Your Position Podcast, Tommy Breedlove shares his excitement about recently becoming a USA Today and Wall Street Journal best-selling author for his book, Legendary. With humility and a tremendous amount of compassion for the hard journey we all face becoming our highest and best, Tommy believes, “No…
Listen to EpisodeMalorie Nicole on How to Solve Your Business Problems Once and for All
Did you know that the subconscious mind accounts for 95-98% of all of our decision making and reactive measures? Removing the blocks in our thought patterns can completely change the trajectory of everything moving forward. Today’s PYP MVP Malorie Nicole helps entrepreneurs and driven professionals remove their mental barriers stopping them from creating the life…
Listen to EpisodeFrances Reimers on Being Seen at the Right Place at the Right Time
If you thought you knew about personal branding, wait until you hear today’s conversation with PR and Branding expert, Frances Reimers. This woman is K.N.O.W.L.E.D.G.A.B.L.E. I bet you’ll walk away from our conversation as I did with your head full of practical tips and strategies for moving your ball into that metaphorical endzone. She works…
Listen to EpisodeBill Eckstrom on Why Comfort Will Ruin Your Life
Bill Eckstrom is founder and CEO of EcSell Institute, the world’s first and only organization to measure and quantify leadership effectiveness. He and his coauthor, Sarah Wirth, are considered the world’s foremost authorities in metric- based performance coaching and growth. Bill and Sarah’s book, The Coaching Effect, was written to help leaders understand how coaching…
Listen to EpisodeRyan Cote on Effective Ways to Drive Leads with Digital Marketing
Ryan Cote is the Director of Digital Services and Partner at Ballantine, a third-generation, family-owned direct mail and digital marketing company based out of Fairfield, NJ. Ballantine has been serving small-business clients since 1966 when it was founded by Ryan’s great-uncle. Ryan has been with his family’s agency since 2003, and today he manages the…
Listen to EpisodeCindy Miller on Why It’s Never too Late to Get Better
From a college walk-on to a veteran of five U.S. Women’s Opens AND the LPGA Tour, Cindy Miller has made it her lifelong mission to relentlessly pursue her personal potential. Her inspirational speeches, workshops, and signature executive retreats synthesize a lifetime of overcoming obstacles. With each new challenge, Cindy reinvented herself, unlocking opportunities in ways…
Listen to EpisodeMichael “C-Roc” Ciorrocco on Finding Out What You’re Really Made of
Michael “C-Roc” Ciorrocco is a motivator, facilitator, dynamic public speaker, and a fierce friend and coach. At his core, he’s a grinder – just a guy who had a fire lit in his heart at an early age. That fire has led him to inspire others to see the greatness inside of themselves using past…
Listen to EpisodeKimberli Allen of Everything Webinar on Growing Your Business with Virtual Collaboration
Today’s guest is Kimberli Allen, the Founder and CEO of Everything Webinar. Kimberli and I plan to check in over the coming weeks and talk about what it takes to successfully run a business virtually, build powerful virtual teams, create virtual policies, and how to strengthen your virtual leadership brand. With the COVID19 pandemic shutting…
Listen to EpisodeDomenic Rinaldi on What Everyone Needs to Know about Buying or Selling a Business
Domenic Rinaldi is the Owner and Managing Partner of Sun Acquisitions, a mergers, and acquisitions firm that specializes in helping to maximize value for business buyers and sellers. Domenic has been personally involved in over 300 business transactions across a broad range of industries and is considered an expert in the field of business brokerage.…
Listen to EpisodeNigel Bennett on Risking It All for What Really Matters
In an uncertain world, entrepreneurs like Nigel Bennett are our best hope for the future. At a young age, Nigel was shocked to witness first-hand the real impact of oil spills on our natural world. After almost being shot down by FARC guerrillas on the Venezuela-Colombia border and being forced to escape Egypt while working…
Listen to EpisodeDr. Nancy Gordon on Leading System Change & Transformation
Dr. Nancy Gordon believes that higher education is a force for life long learning, change, and helping us improve who we are and where we’re going. It’s also a way of thinking about continuing education. She loves books, big ideas, teaching, and conversation as a means of making forward progress. In this episode of the…
Listen to EpisodeJosh Fonger on Making More While Working Less
Josh Fonger is a consultant, coach, and speaker who is recognized as the leading authority in Business Performance Architecture. With his unique ability to develop and implement systematic solutions to complex business problems, Josh has personally consulted or coached over 600 business owners from more than 100 industries, from small startup businesses to large $500M…
Listen to EpisodeGeoff Blades on Doing What You Want in Life & Work
What can a former Wall Street High Roller teach us about playing our position with more dignity, grace, and courage so that we experience more success and satisfaction? Turns out, plenty. Twenty years ago, Geoff Blades was sitting in his Wall Street office and asked himself the question that would ultimately change his life. “Is…
Listen to EpisodeRich Allen on the Power of Creating Radically Engaged Teams
After watching his father’s family-owned business struggle to succeed, Rich Allen made it his mission to turn failure into a legacy by asking one simple question: What makes a business work? The answer? It’s as easy as riding a bike. A high- energy speaker, recognized author, very successful entrepreneur, and sought- after advisor to business…
Listen to EpisodeJanet Kafadar on How to Build Your Online Business in 20 Minutes a Day
Janet Kafadar is an online business coach who’s passionate about helping coaches, entrepreneurs, and experts to package their brilliance into a sustainable, profitable online business. A busy mom and entrepreneur, Janet has personally experienced the frustration and overwhelm of feeling stuck on the path to building an online business. She’s made some mistakes along the…
Listen to EpisodeRick Cesari on How to Develop a Powerful Video Marketing Strategy
Rick Cesari has been a pioneer in Brand Response advertising since the early 90’s. He helped create the concept of “sell while you brand” and has been the force behind the creation of many of today’s iconic consumer brands including Sonicare, The George Foreman Grill, OxiClean, and many others. He has helped take companies like…
Listen to EpisodeHeidi Piper on Why the Right Answer Is Always Choose Love
Heidi Piper is an author, speaker, and transformational workshop leader who spent her entire career in one company before changing gears and following a new path in life. During Heidi’s three decades living in Europe and working at Fortune 50 company Procter & Gamble, she led teams to deliver innovation for some of the world’s…
Listen to EpisodeYonason Goldson on Why We Must Burn the Boats to Succeed
Rabbi Yonason Goldson takes full responsibility for his life. He has reinvented himself several times and continues to enjoy experiences that allow him to inspire and motivate audiences around the world. For example, Yonason Goldson has circumnavigated the globe, seen the Taj Mahal, the pyramids of Giza, and the tea plantations of Sri Lanka. He’s…
Listen to EpisodeBrad Mulvey on Igniting Your Potential to Create a Life Worth Living
Brad Mulvey is a husband, podcast host, personal development thought leader and data-driven marketing consultant. He hosts the Millennial Mastermind Podcast, a show dedicated to giving entrepreneurial millennials the tools, tactics, and inspiration to turn their dreams into reality. Each week, he interviews successful entrepreneurs, authors, thought leaders, and experts to share their stories and…
Listen to EpisodeBob Glazer on How to Elevate Peak Performance
Bob Glazer is the founder and CEO of a global performance marketing agency Acceleration Partners. Under his leadership, Acceleration Partners has become a recognized global leader in the affiliate marketing industry, receiving numerous industry and company culture awards, including Glassdoor’s Employees’ ChoiceAwards (2 years in a row), Ad Age’s Best Place to Work, Entrepreneur’s Top…
Listen to EpisodeChristopher O’Donnell on Leading and Building Creative Teams
Christopher O’Donnell is a technologist, musician and public speaker who has built dozens of web and mobile products. His product portfolio ranges from language learning products for the U.S. military to the most popular free CRM product in the world. Today, Christopher serves as Senior Vice President of Hubspot Product, which he led from startup…
Listen to EpisodeAndy Paul on How Selling Is Changing
Andy Paul says that selling is changing… but not in the ways that most people believe (and why this is important to entrepreneurs, CEOs, and sales leaders). Andy is the host of his own top-rated podcast called Accelerate! With Andy Paul which has more than 700 episodes produced and nearly 2 million downloads. Andy is…
Listen to EpisodeD. Scott Smith on Growing Your Business with Motivational Listening
D. Scott Smith is known as a Motivational Listener. He is a speaker, coach, and mentor who works with businesses and individuals across the country on improving their leadership skills including listening and networking. Business Networking is essential for business and careers these days – but what do you actually do at events? How do…
Listen to EpisodeCaroline Balinska on Building an eCommerce Empire
Today’s starting quarterback has “I have a crazy obsession with automating processes in your business so you can work less and make more money.” Her name is Caroline Balinska — aka the Ecommerce Growth Specialist. She is a forward-thinking game-changer with simple solutions for Merchants to get their first 1000 sales. THE FIRST 1000 ARE…
Listen to EpisodeTracy Timm on Coming Alive at Work Once and for All
Tracy Timm is a born and raised Texas girl who has a very specific goal: to make life simple again. She does that as a quarter-life career coach and human capital advisor. Her program, The Nth Degree™ Academy, helps high-potential professionals discover their career “sweet spot” through a mix of self-discovery, tactical training, and some…
Listen to EpisodeBob Paskins on Making People Laugh to Close More Sales
Bob Paskins is a speaker, trainer, and consultant who looks to inspire people and companies to their full potential. He lives in Oregon with his wife Danielle, and three boys under the age of 12. Yes, he drives a Minivan. For 20 years Bob worked in the financial services space as a commercial insurance…
Listen to EpisodeTim Bratz on Achieving Financial Freedom through Real Estate Investments.
Tim Bratz is the CEO and founder of CLE Turnkey Real Estate, a real estate investment company that acquires and transforms distressed commercial and apartment buildings into high-performance investment assets. Tim began his real estate career in 2007 as a commercial broker in the competitive NYC real estate market, where he saw the true potential…
Listen to EpisodeTracy Imm on Conquering Shame, Being Brave, and Claiming Success for Yourself
Tracy Imm has been doing the corporate dance for decades and has more degrees and certificates than you’ll ever need from top rated schools and professional associations. She won’t bore you with all of it but if you want to know more about those details, visit her LinkedIn profile. Tracy is here to train women…
Listen to EpisodeJake Baadsgaard on Growing Your Business with Disruptive Advertising
After growing one of his first PPC clients from 25 to 250 employees, today’s starting quarterback Jake Baadsgaard realized he had a gift for using pay-per-click marketing to drive dramatic business results. To help more companies succeed online, Jake founded Disruptive Advertising, a PPC and CRO management agency that has helped hundreds of companies realize…
Listen to EpisodeMichael Alan Tate on Finding Your Peaceful & Life-giving Career at Any Stage of Life
As president and CEO of On the Same Page Consulting, Michael Alan Tate works with successful executives, entrepreneurs, and technical professionals who are seeking a simple action-focused plan to effectively manage career transitions, keep teams on the same page, and prepare for positive leadership succession. With over 20 years’ experience as an executive coach, consultant,…
Listen to EpisodeTerry Lammers on How to Buy or Sell a Business
Forget sales & net income; focus instead on gross profit & cash flow… and here’s why. Today’s starting QB Terry Lammers grew up watching his parents run their own company in the fuel & lubricants industry, and eventually came on as a full-time employee in the early 90’s and took over as president of the…
Listen to EpisodeAri Meisel on the Art of Less Doing, More Living
Ari Meisel is an author, speaker, coach and the creator of Less Doing, More Living, a set of practices and principles designed to help the overwhelmed become more effective. These practices were born out of Ari’s battle with Crohn’s disease. As his illness progressed, he began to optimize, automate, and outsource everything in his life…
Listen to EpisodeNick J. Murphy on Creating a Career on Your Terms
A former punter in both the NFL and European football league, today’s starting quarterback on PYP is Nick J. Murphy who has reinvented himself several times since kicking a pigskin to earn a living. Today Nick is a StoryBrand Certified Guide and sought after expert in the world of work. His career highlights include award-winning…
Listen to EpisodeBryan and Shannon Miles on How to Leverage Quality Freelancers to Grow Your Business
Bryan and Shannon Miles are determined to help you grow your business with the help of bringing freelancers on board to achieve your goals. This power husband and wife team are today’s starting QB and wide receiver and they will prove that the way we work today is just plain different than it was ten…
Listen to EpisodeJosh McLean on Igniting Your Spark Within for Powerful Transformation
Life is good today but that wasn’t always the case for today’s guest, Josh McLean. Over the past decade, Josh has overcome the crippling effect of fear and a brain injury resulting from a car accident. His success proves small actions and a strong mindset can spark powerful transformation; eliminating the feeling of being drained,…
Listen to EpisodeLee Caharer Shows Us How Generations Can Win Championships Together at Work
Today’s starting quarterback is Lee Caharer, the founder and CEO of Double Forte PR and Digital Marketing who works with beloved and up and coming consumer technology and wine brands. Lee is known for practical solutions to big problems. She is the author of two books Millennials and Management The Essential Guide to Making It…
Listen to EpisodeOscar Trimboli on the Numerous Rewards of Deep Listening
Today’s starting quarterback is Oscar Trimboli, a coach, supervisor, speaker and author of several books including Deep Listening: Impact beyond Words, The 125/400 Rule: The Art and Science of Listening and Breakthroughs: How to Confront Your Assumptions. Through his work with chairs, boards of directors and executive teams in local, regional and global organizations, Oscar…
Listen to EpisodeAndrew Weiss on Teaching the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs
Today’s starting quarterback is Andrew Weiss. Born and raised in Oregon, Andrew grew up goofy and awkward and always up to trying new things. After struggling his freshman year of high school due to his lack of mastery and skills, he decided he had enough and dove into personal development. Andrew found a passion for…
Listen to EpisodeSteven Griffith on How to Have a Mindblowing Relationship with Time
Today’s starting quarterback is Steven Griffith whose mission in life is to teach us how to finally have that mind-blowing relationship with time. Steven is a nationally recognized author, speaker, researcher, and performance expert, former Chicago Golden Glove Boxer Champion in Illinois Heavyweight nicknamed “The Velvet Hammer,” and considered one of the leading authorities on…
Listen to EpisodeMark Podolsky on How You Can Become Dirt Rich, Too
Today’s starting quarterback is returning guest, Mark Podolsky, author of Dirt Rich: How One Ambitiously Lazy Geek Created Passive Income in Real Estate Without Renters, Renovations, and Rehabs, owner of Frontier Properties and geekpay.io. Prior to his land investing success, Mark had a high-stress, soulless corporate job, and felt trapped in a state of solo-economic-dependency.…
Listen to EpisodeLaura Di Franco on How to Be Brave and Show Up for Your Life
Today’s starting quarterback is Laura di Franco, a 6-time published poet and author, inspirational speaker, holistic physical therapist and a third-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do with over two decades of experience in healing. After checking off all the “to-do” lists that were to supposedly make her feel happy, Laura woke up one day…
Listen to EpisodeRock Thomas on Mentoring to Make Lives and Businesses Better
Today’s starting quarterback is Rock Thomas, a best-selling author, Tony Robbins Trainer, Real Estate Mogul, the man behind the #IAmMovement and Mastermind Expert. After growing up on a farm, Rock learned the value of hard work and wanted a way to share his experiences by learning from the best and mentoring people so they can…
Listen to EpisodeJohn Hinkle on Reinventing Yourself for Your Second Half’s Purpose
It’s 100% certain that everyone listening to this podcast is experiencing some kind of change or transition in their life or business. How you navigate these transitions determines your ultimate success. Today’s guest is John Hinkle, an author, speaker, and personal growth coach who’s empowering men and women to navigate those changes and find their…
Listen to EpisodeMolly Grubb Wants You to Be Rich (and Has the Means to Get You There)
“Some people do cocaine; my drug of choice is helping people keep as much of their wealth as possible. It’s the greatest natural high on earth.” If that doesn’t get your attention, Team, I don’t know what will! I loved having the chance to learn more about Molly and how she helps entrepreneurs hold on…
Listen to EpisodeJohn Fairclough on the Freedom of Being Yourself
John Fairclough likes being himself and you will like him for it. He firmly believes that being the best of who you are is a competitive advantage in business and life. His story of overcoming a childhood marked by poverty is inspiring, and you will love how direct and honest John is about what building…
Listen to EpisodePat Rigsby on the IDEAL Business Formula
Pat Rigsby asked himself one vital question: What is business success for me? Because feeling like his business owned him, instead of the other way around, certainly was not part of his definition of success. He vowed to make a change and, after much research, Pat Rigsby’s IDEAL business was formed. He created a business…
Listen to EpisodeScott Reib on How to Legally Protect Yourself and Your Business Online
It’s not every day I have the chance to chat with an attorney who knows a thing or two about Internet law. Scott Reib happens to be one such attorney, and you are going to want to hear what he has to say about doing business online today. The deeper we go into the 21st…
Listen to EpisodeAaron Walker: “Isolation Is the Enemy of Excellence”
Imagine it’s another normal day. You’re driving to work, thinking about what’s on tap for you and your business. You are 27 years old, you have worked hard for the last 14 years to build a multi-million dollar business, taking you out of poverty and into the realms of the world’s elite entrepreneurs. Suddenly, you…
Listen to EpisodeAustin Belcak on Unconventional Strategies for Landing the Job (and Living the Life) of Your Dreams
Who do you know who is currently looking for a new job and continues to hit dead ends in their job search? What is the secret to landing your next great job with your dream company — without going through the hassle and frustration of online job applications? How does anyone — at any age…
Listen to EpisodeAndie Kramer and Al Harris on Breaking through Bias at Work and Beyond
For anyone who works in a diverse culture, today’s episode of the Play Your Position Podcast is not to be missed. I had the chance to talk with the authors of the popular book Breaking Through Bias: Communication Techniques for Women to Succeed at Work, married lawyers Andie Kramer and Al Harris who have been speaking and…
Listen to EpisodeKaren Aberle on the Universal Dance of Relationship
Whether you’re single, married, happily partnered, or searching for love, you’ll be amazed at the insights shared by today’s guest, Karen Aberle (AB-early). Karen is the author of #1 Amazon bestseller Love’s Invisible Dance, inspired by her own juicy 30-year marriage, 3 decades of researching and teaching about relationship and the philosophy of language, and…
Listen to EpisodeMichael Redbord of Hubspot on How to Turn Customer Service into Profits
“If you’re really good at keeping customers, you can spend more to get customers. It’s simple math. If your customer value goes up, everyone in sales and marketing gets a raise and bigger budgets to go after new ones. So if sales and marketing leaders want raises and bigger budgets, they need to be making…
Listen to EpisodeJason Treu on Why Curiosity Can Be More Valuable than Grit or Determination
We hear a lot about grit and determination these days when it comes to getting ahead, but what about other factors that play a role in success? Today’s MVP Jason Treu is full of ideas. His energy is infectious and you will love what he has to say about curiosity as a tool for getting…
Listen to EpisodeMichelle Gomez on Moving Past Impostor Syndrome
“There are five competency types when it comes to the impostor syndrome,” says today’s starting quarterback, Michelle Gomez. “The Perfectionist, the Natural Genius, the Expert, the Rugged Individualist, and the Super Man -Super Woman – Super Student. “I coined the acronym UCON which stands for Unique Cocktail of Needs and it’s helped a lot of…
Listen to EpisodeJim Jubelirer on Why The Future Is Brighter than You Think
“Coming up with what author Jim Collins calls a BHAG — Big Hairy Audacious Goal — is often too overwhelming for small businesses,” says Jim Jubelirer. “A better alternative for this market segment is to create an MTP — Massively Transformative Purpose — which takes a big ambition but one that also has a social…
Listen to EpisodeDavid Quick Cuts through the Bull so Leaders Can Build a Compelling Vision and Thrive
“If one of us is not like the other, then we have to take action.” If you are at all familiar with Sesame Street, this reference by today’s MVP David Quick to the iconic children’s show will hit home. David Quick is referring to how leaders can create a magnetic and compelling vision for their…
Listen to EpisodeTodd Palmer on Mindfulness, Culture and How to Ask for What You Want
“We’re not encouraged to lean into the uncomfortable and ask for what’s important to us,” says today’s PYP MVP Todd Palmer. “The interesting thing is, when it comes to getting a job, the employer wants you to want to work for them. And the employee wants to feel wanted.” “We place machinists and welders —…
Listen to EpisodeAlbert Williams on How the Circle of Value Can Transform Your Business
At the end of our conversation, I asked Albert Williams who or what is he watching on Sunday. Who is his favorite team? “Well, my daughter is a Girl Scout, so this Sunday is all about selling cookies!” he laughed. I asked him which kind are his favorite. Without hesitation he said, “Samoas.” I smiled.…
Listen to EpisodeRon Saharyan on Why Every Business Needs to Put Profit First
“There’s a revolution going on in the accounting world right now,” today’s PYP MVP Ron Saharyan says. “We’re all about an algorithm away from being totally outsourced.” You will discover pretty fast that Ron is not shy about sharing his enthusiasm and passion for embracing change. From his unique vantage point of working with bookkeepers,…
Listen to EpisodeSelena Rezvani on Creating Workplace Cultures that Work
I love when PYP MVPs refer people to be guests on the show. Today’s guest is one such referral, a terrific woman who comes to us via Jo Miller (PYP Episode #87). Selena Rezvani is strong, and tough, and suited up to face the biggest thrills and challenges life throws her way. And to be…
Listen to EpisodeTom Schwab Helps Businesses Succeed with Podcast Interview Marketing
Tom Schwab completes the circle of PYP MVPs from a very special tribe known as Interview Valet. Starting with Aaron Walker, who led to Matt Miller, who led to Scott Beebe, who led to Tom Schwab…I feel like the Interview Valet team has been represented very well here at PYP. That’s one of the many…
Listen to EpisodeDoug Sandler Is a Nice Guy Who Finishes First
“The advice I would give people who are standing around on the sidelines waiting for something to happen is, put your helmet on, get your head out of your a$$ and get moving,” laughs this week’s PYP MVP, Doug Snadler. “The biggest problem most people have is inaction, which leads to a string of excuses…
Listen to EpisodeMary Kathryn Johnson Will Blow Your Mind with What Chatbots Can Do
Mary Kathryn Johnson is quick to tell you don’t bother building a chatbot. “For most businesses, it’s not worth the time,” she says. But using chatbots to build a sales and marketing funnel for your business? Now we’re getting somewhere! “What changed the game for the chatbot industry is when Facebook opened up its Messenger…
Listen to EpisodeSue Monhait on The Blue Ocean Opportunity for Gifters-Bakers-Crafters-Makers
“A lot of people get to a point in their lives when they are so done with the 9-5,” says today’s PYP MVP Sue Monhait. “They may be 60, or 65 and ready for something else. But there’s only so many times they can work out, or play golf or tennis. A lot of people…
Listen to EpisodeVince Kramer on Creating Miracles and Living Your Life by Design
“The things that I’ve accomplished have been amazing,” says today’s PYP MVP Vince Kramer. “I’ve held director jobs at the corporate level, my military career was way beyond what I expected, and I’ve been an entrepreneur with several different businesses. I had the big house, the beautiful wife, the big bank account and through all…
Listen to EpisodeChristie Garcia Is Helping Make Good Men Great
When Christie Garcia was 29, she was the epitome of success. She had a great apartment in San Francisco, a nice car, friends, travel opportunities, an interesting career and all the other external symbols of making it in America. But a freak accident close to Christmas one year caused Christie to reevaluate her life and…
Listen to EpisodeAndrea Owen on Not Feeling Like S*^t and Other Strategies for Living a Kick A$$ Life
I’m not going to lie. I was really excited when Andrea Owen accepted my invitation to come on PYP and share her stories about being more vulnerable, getting sober and building a life on your own terms. I learned about her through a podcast I listen to, which led me to her podcast Your Kick…
Listen to EpisodeRahul and Varun Aggarwal — “Good Design Can Solve Most Problems”
Rahul and Varun Aggarwal are brothers who like to laugh. And they are passionate about great design. We talked over Skype — I was in Portland, Oregon and they were in India. It was morning for me and night for them. We had a great conversation about launching a business, moving through self-doubt to keep…
Listen to EpisodeYigal Adato — “If You Want an Epic Life, You Have to Do Epic Work”
On the surface, today’s PYP MVP Yigal Adato had what our culture tells men they’ve made it. The big business, the house, the car, the vacations, the beautiful wife, the family. Yet… Below the surface, Yigal was living a lie. He was overweight, he was addicted to porn and he was on the fast track…
Listen to EpisodeMegan Peterson — Tackling the Addiction Epidemic One Patient at a Time
We are facing an unprecedented addiction epidemic in America. Deaths by overdose are growing every year; addiction is a problem millions face every single day. Today’s PYP MVP believes there’s a better way for addicts to get the help they need when they are ready for recovery. A few years ago, Megan Peterson saw how…
Listen to EpisodeScott Beebe — The Small Business Deep Snapper
Scott Beebe admits he’s not a good marketer. He might even admit he’s a little jealous of people who are good marketers. But what Scott Beebe does do well is what plenty of people wish they could do. Scott Beebe is the Founder and Head Coach of MyBusinessOnPurpose.com He also hosts the Business On Purpose…
Listen to EpisodeLauren Fritsch on How to Prioritize Joy in Your Life for More Creative Energy and Money
“Do you guys remember Periscope or Meerkat?” today’s PYP MVP Lauren Fritsch asked during our conversation. “That was the hottest thing at SXSW a couple of years ago…and where are they now?” We both chuckled about this. “The world is changing at an incredible pace,” she continued. “And it’s great to be curious and it’s…
Listen to EpisodeTommy Breedlove on How to Live Your Truth Beyond the Bottom Line
“Do you want to live your life? Or do you want to live your story?” Today’s PYP MVP Tommy Breedlove was stopped in his tracks when a trusted adviser in his life asked him this question. It caused him to make some changes, including doubling down on serving others. What happened next was nothing short…
Listen to EpisodePamela Gold on How to Be Present and More Effective in Everything You Do
“No matter how skillful we are, we are always going to have blind spots. We just can’t know what we don’t know,” says today’s PYP MVP Pamela Gold. “And don’t even get me started on what phones are doing to us!” she laughs. “Our phones are messing with our minds!” You will love today’s conversation…
Listen to EpisodeClaudio Toyama Strengthens Leaders with the Samurai Samba Vinci Way
What does it take to lead in a global marketplace? How can we become better at what we do every day in our work and our private lives? Is it possible to learn the leadership skills necessary to lead teams at a world-class level? These are some of the questions my guest asks today on…
Listen to EpisodeTim Fulton on How to Be Happier in Your Business and Life
“Aren’t all business owners happy?” today’s PYP MVP Tim Fulton asks. You would think they would be being out on their own, running their own show, chasing a dream, having the freedom you can’t get with a job. But the answer to this question is a surprising no, and in the show, Tim goes into…
Listen to EpisodeRuth Ullman on Developing Flexibility in Your Work Life While Caring for Aging Parents
“The time you can take to care for aging parents is 10-20 years according to a survey done by MetLife,” says today’s PYP MVP Ruth Ullman. There are plenty of other sobering statistics about the wave that’s coming — and most people are either ignoring it or denying it even exists. Our conversation goes pretty…
Listen to EpisodeTeresa McCloy on Reconnecting to What Matters Most to Us
“Why are sports growing in popularity?” today’s guest Teresa McCloy asks rhetorically. “It’s because people are longing for that connection we get when we come together for an event. The spiritual, the emotional, the physical connection.” She’s right. I see it every time I go to watch a game in person. In that stadium, for…
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