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Toni Will never planned to work in professional hockey — she stumbled into it after a job at a high-end boutique fell through, landing instead at the Kalamazoo Wings, a team she knew nothing about. That accidental entry became a defining advantage: with no attachment to the sport itself, she led with culture, community, and people first, eventually becoming the first woman in franchise history to serve as General Manager and Governor in the ECHL. In this conversation, Toni and Regina trace the throughline from that unlikely start to Toni's book, Rebellious Success — including the moment a promised board promotion was pulled out from under her, and why she chose to see it as cracking the ceiling for the next woman rather than a personal defeat.
The conversation moves through some of the harder terrain leaders rarely name out loud: the gap between reacting and responding, the discomfort of leading as your whole self rather than switching personas by room, and what it actually feels like to write about your own arrest in a business leadership book. Toni and Regina also unpack why misalignment so often shows up as a vague sense of being unfulfilled rather than one obvious problem, and how tools like DISC or human design can offer self-understanding without becoming an excuse. It's a candid, funny, and occasionally raw episode about building an authentic career without a script — and why the messiest parts of the story are often the most useful ones.
About Toni Will:
Toni Will from Michigan is a trailblazing sports executive, sought-after professional speaker, and author of Rebellious Success. She serves as General Manager of the Kalamazoo Wings, becoming the first woman in franchise history to hold the role and the first female Governor in the ECHL. With more than 25 years of leadership experience spanning banking, economic development, and professional sports, Toni is known for her bold, authentic approach to leadership and growth.
She is the creator of the empowHER conference, a dynamic event designed to connect and elevate women personally and professionally. A TEDx speaker and host of the globally ranked Women In… podcast, Toni has interviewed hundreds of leaders and changemakers, amplifying stories that redefine success.
Alcohol-free for over five years, Toni also coaches others using her behavior-first methodology. Through her speaking, writing, and coaching, she empowers people to break free from limiting beliefs and build a life that truly aligns.
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Rebellious Success - preorder now, on shelves August 11, 2026
Women In... podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/women-in/id1745524618

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Braydan Young shares what it really takes to build and scale companies when growth moves faster than expected. From watching his parents run small businesses to co-founding and scaling Sendoso, he talks openly about the chaos, uncertainty, and blind confidence that often come with entrepreneurship. He also breaks down why rapid growth can quietly damage culture, how leadership roles must evolve as teams expand, and why founders often underestimate the importance of structure, communication, and hiring systems until they are already scaling fast.

Braydan also reveals the management mistakes that changed how he leads today, why many leaders avoid admitting they hired the wrong people, and how peer-to-peer conversations are reshaping B2B buying through his new company, SlashExperts. He shares his perspective on AI’s real impact on teams, why selling is an underrated leadership skill, and why founders should stop waiting for perfection before bringing ideas to market. This conversation is packed with honest insights on leadership, scaling, hiring, culture, innovation, and building companies in fast-changing environments.

About Braydan Young:

Braydan Young is a California-based entrepreneur and investor, best known as the co-founder and former Chief Alliances Officer of Sendoso, a leading corporate gifting platform. He is currently the Co-Founder and CEO of SlashExperts, a peer-conversation platform designed to help B2B companies accelerate revenue.

www.linkedin.com/in/braydanyoung

www.slashexperts.com

https://sendoso.com/sendoso-express/

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At the core of everything Dr. Jairo Borja does—whether in education, entrepreneurship, or capital raising—is one principle: relationships that are built on trust, reciprocity, and real value exchange. In this conversation, he breaks down why “taking” without contribution rarely leads anywhere meaningful, and how true networking only works when it becomes a two-way street. Regina and Jairo explore how intentional, strategic connections—both in-person and through LinkedIn—can open doors to opportunities that never come from casual networking alone.

He also unpacks common misconceptions around accessing capital, including the mistake of thinking only business metrics matter while personal financial standing is often equally critical. From there, Jairo shares how he structures his Elevation 90 Day Mastery Program to move founders from ideas to execution with clarity, accountability, and systems that scale. The conversation expands into transformational leadership, real estate syndications, and what it actually takes to grow from small deals to large-scale assets—while staying grounded in due diligence, timing, and the strength of the team behind every decision.

About Jairo Borja:

Dr. Jairo Borja from New Jersey is the President of Borja Consulting Group, LLC and serves as Vice President of Corporate & Entrepreneurial Programs at the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey. With over 20 years of experience in higher education, financial services, and entrepreneurship, he specializes in helping founders, investors, and business owners access and raise capital to grow and scale.

He is the creator of the Elevation 90-Day Mastery program, where he teaches entrepreneurs how to build strategic networks and raise capital with confidence. In addition, Dr. Borja works as a capital connector, helping businesses secure funding through debt-based financing solutions such as lines of credit, term loans, and other capital access strategies.

Dr. Borja is also a real estate investor involved in over 500 multifamily units and multiple hotel assets, and a two-time Amazon best-selling author of Dealmaker! and Networking Your Way to Success.

www.borjaconsultinggroup.com

www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jairo-borja

www.youtube.com/channel/UCHyXKPIEqzwVVZN1Ple4Rmg

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Dealmakers-Raise-Unlimited-Capital-Deals/dp/B0F6K9WXZ8

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James Hayden explores how AI is reshaping B2B sales, revenue leadership, and the speed at which modern organizations build and qualify pipelines. He explains how AI-driven sales intelligence is changing prospecting, personalization, and decision-making before the first human interaction. While the technology accelerates performance, he is clear it doesn’t replace salespeople but amplifies those who use it well. He highlights adaptability as a core leadership skill in an environment moving at exponential speed. At the center of his approach is still human trust, built through real interaction and non-verbal communication. Even with advanced tools, he argues that relationships remain the deciding factor in complex sales. His view: sales is evolving fast, but still grounded in human connection.

He also discusses when companies need external revenue leadership, often stepping in like a “firefighter” to stabilize and rebuild sales systems. His focus is on creating clarity, structure, and repeatable processes so teams can scale independently. Leadership, he says, requires strong communication, consistency, and willingness to repeat messages during change. He stresses vulnerability as a strength when guiding teams through uncertainty and AI transformation. He challenges common sales myths, including the idea of “natural-born salespeople,” and emphasizes process and behavior over personality. Curiosity and continuous learning have kept him evolving through decades of change. For him, success today is about freedom, service, and staying engaged with constant transformation.

About James Hayden:

James Hayden is a sales strategist, fractional GTM/CRO, and host of the Adapt or Die podcast. Over a 35+ year career he has built and scaled B2B sales organizations at Cendant, TravelClick, LodgIQ, Uniken and others, and has led international market entry across the U.S., Mexico, and Guatemala. Today James works with B2B companies that have strong potential but inconsistent growth, fuzzy positioning, or a broken sales engine — combining market definition, real-world selling, partnerships, and AI-era growth strategy to build revenue systems that hold up in the field. He is the author of Real World Selling Strategies and a sought-after voice on adaptive leadership, revenue acceleration, and the human side of selling. James is based in the Pacific Northwest and works with founders and revenue leaders worldwide.

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Podcast: Adapt or Die

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Anna Burgan joins Regina Huber to explore the often-overlooked connection between people strategy, leadership preparedness, and business performance. Drawing from her background in enterprise sales and her own experience as a working parent, Anna explains why organizations struggle to retain talent during major life transitions and how the lack of clear frameworks creates costly gaps in leadership, continuity, and employee support. The conversation dives into the assumptions managers make about working parents, why flexibility without structure can backfire, and how proactive planning can strengthen both retention and performance outcomes across teams.

This episode also unpacks what actually makes leadership training change behavior instead of simply creating awareness. Anna shares how she helps organizations build practical frameworks for managers, create stronger alignment between leadership and line management, and standardize support without losing the human element. We discuss the role of culture, accountability, and top-down leadership in scaling these efforts, along with the growing challenges organizations face as workplace expectations evolve. The result is a conversation about building workplaces that support both business continuity and sustainable career growth in a way that benefits employees and organizations alike.

About Anna Burgan:

Anna Burgan from the UK is an award-winning commercial leader and founder with 15+ years of experience across enterprise sales, business development and workforce training, working with global organizations to drive adoption, engagement and performance.

Throughout her career, she has operated at the intersection of commercial growth and people strategy — leading complex client relationships, supporting large-scale implementations and delivering training that helps teams perform in real-world conditions.

She’s also played an active role in building inclusive workplace initiatives, including the implementation of a successful ERG in a previous role, focused on practical support, leadership engagement and sustainable culture change.

Her work today is driven by a clear mission: to make meaningful, cross-sector impact by helping organizations retain talent, develop confident managers and build workplaces that work for people through all stages of life.

www.makespaceconsulting.com

www.instagram.com/makespace.ltd

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Bill Flynn talks about the challenges leaders face in a world that increasingly defies logic. Bill explains how the “hero” mindset can trap leaders, why complexity and AI are straining decision-making, and how the shift from VUCA to BANI—brittle, anxious, nonlinear, and incomprehensible—demands new approaches. They explore why leaders become bottlenecks when they stay at the center of every decision, and why building adaptive, mission-driven organizations is critical. Bill challenges conventional leadership training, emphasizing that impact comes not from holding authority but from giving it away, developing others, and cultivating courage to step back while letting teams thrive.

Bill Flynn explains how leaders can “fire themselves” from daily operations by identifying tasks they love versus those they loathe and then delegating, automating, or postponing the low-value work. He stresses building decision-making systems and teaching teams how to learn effectively, drawing on neuroscience principles like the AGES model. Emotions are another focus: understanding and expanding emotional vocabulary helps leaders manage themselves and their teams more effectively. By stepping back, leaders can focus on high-impact work, increase engagement, and create organizations that run smoothly without their constant oversight.

About Bill Flynn:

Bill Flynn from Massachusetts is a business growth strategist, executive coach, and author who helps leaders scale without becoming the bottleneck. With over 30 years of executive experience—including multiple VP of Sales and CMO roles, two IPOs, and several acquisitions—he brings a practical, systems-driven approach to leadership.

Bill is the author of Further, Faster and the forthcoming The Hero Trap, where he challenges the idea that great leaders must do it all. Instead, he teaches leaders how to shift from “hero” to “architect” by building Performance Operating Systems that enable teams to perform at a high level without constant oversight.

Through his work, Bill helps organizations increase decision velocity, strengthen teams, and drive sustainable growth.

www.catalystgrowthadvisors.com

www.linkedin.com/in/billflynnpublic

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Heather Vickery didn’t follow a straight path—she built success across nonprofit leadership, luxury events, and entrepreneurship, before a personal shift forced her to rethink everything. What looked “successful” wasn’t aligned. That moment pushed her into deep self-work, where coaching found her—and where tools like Human Design started to make sense of how she was naturally wired to lead, work, and make decisions.

We go into Human Design as a practical lens for self-leadership—understanding your energy, your decision-making, and why forcing yourself into the wrong way of operating creates burnout. We also unpack overperformance, subconscious patterns, and the EASE framework—and why grounding yourself, working with your emotions, and leading in a way that actually fits you is what allows you to lead others effectively, without pressure or force.

About Heather Vickery:

Heather Vickery from Illinois helps people go from pressure-filled lives to pleasurable ones so they can be successful with ease—holding more and feeling like they carry less. As a renowned Transformation Coach, Certified Human Design Guide, and Board-Certified NLP Practitioner, Heather leverages two decades of entrepreneurial and leadership experience to help women and queer folks lead from embodied joy. She helps clients unwire all the stories society has laid on them so they can lead authentically and love their life. As a respected author, keynote speaker, Broadway producer, and global podcast host, Heather champions everyday bravery and self-empowerment worldwide. She’s also the executive producer and co-host of the award-nominated podcast, Was it Chance?—The show about taking intentional risk for creative success.

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A story that hits hard - loss, shock, and the moment everything collapses. Isabella Young shares how a sudden tragedy changed her life overnight, forcing her to find a reason to keep going. What followed led her into a deeply manipulative cult environment that would test her sense of reality, identity, and strength. Those years pushed her to confront not just what was happening around her, but what was happening within. And ultimately, they became the starting point for rebuilding herself from the inside out - and redefining leadership at its core.

This conversation goes far beyond survival. We talk about self-leadership, the patterns that keep us stuck, and the role of grounding, emotional processing, and reconnecting to nature. It’s about taking responsibility for your own healing - no matter what happened - and how this directly impacts the leadership of others. Because without inner stability, there is no grounded leadership outwardly. Not perfectly, but consciously and with awareness. A raw, confronting, and deeply human conversation.

About Isabella Young:

Isabella Young from Hawaii is a pioneering educator, healer, and truth-seeker whose life journey is nothing short of extraordinary. From founding one of Australia’s first therapeutic Outdoor Education programs to surviving personal tragedy, cult entrapment, and profound loss, Isabella’s path has been one of deep transformation and radical awakening. Now thriving in Kauai, she shares her hard-earned wisdom through books, art, and natural healing to help others reclaim their sovereignty and inner strength. Isabella offers a raw and illuminating look at healing, empowerment, and soul evolution through Nature, Truth, and unwavering spiritual resilience.

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www.substack.com/@feelingbetternaturally

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https://www.amazon.com/New-Human-Earth-Medicine-Humanity-ebook/dp/B0DYKS65ZV

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Dr. Al Philip-Neri shares how his path into leadership began early and evolved into performance psychology, rooted in resilience and a mindset of being “undefeated” - not about winning, but never giving up. He explains why pressure is inevitable and how leaders must learn to use it intentionally rather than react to it. From sports to law enforcement to corporate environments, he breaks down how training under controlled pressure builds predictable behavior, stronger execution, and the ability to perform when it actually counts.

The conversation dives into why leaders and teams break down under pressure - and how lack of clarity, alignment, and preparation are often the real issues. Al challenges leaders to stop expecting mind-reading, start reinforcing role clarity, and align people with their natural strengths instead of forcing behavioral change. He also addresses the hidden cost of misalignment, the impact of AI on hiring, and why real transformation always starts at the top - with leaders willing to take a hard look at themselves first.

About Dr. Al Philip-Neri:

Dr. Al Philip-Neri, based in Colorado, is a performance psychologist and founder of Cohesion HQ. He helps leaders scale top and bottom line revenue by aligning talent, leadership, and culture to perform under pressure. His background spans corrections, athletics, entrepreneurship, and executive advisory work, where he developed a systems-based approach to leadership and team cohesion. Using behavioral analytics, he works with leadership teams to identify and correct breakdowns in communication, role clarity, and execution. Dr. Philip-Neri is known for translating high pressure leadership principles into practical strategies that improve performance, trust, and decision making inside organizations.

www.teamcohesionhq.com

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Dr. Robert Yonover’s life sits at the edge of extremes—scientist, inventor, deep-sea explorer, and someone who has quite literally faced life-and-death moments both in nature and at home. From diving miles below the ocean’s surface to standing on erupting volcanoes, his path has never been conventional. Yet behind the adventure is a clear throughline: curiosity, relentless creation, and a drive to make his work matter in real, tangible ways. Shaped by a family that rejected “normal jobs,” he built a life around invention and independence—developing survival technologies that save lives while staying deeply connected to nature. Whether navigating risk in the wild or building ideas from scratch, his mindset blends scientific rigor with bold creativity, always grounded in purpose and personal freedom.

Rob shares how he approaches life through challenges, treating them as problems to solve through constant iteration and experimentation. He speaks openly about caregiving, resilience, and the choices that defined his family life, along with the discipline and routines that keep him physically strong and mentally clear today. From time in the ocean to how he fuels his body, his non-negotiables reflect a simple principle: take ownership, stay flexible, and keep showing up.

About Robert Yonover:

Dr. Robert Yonover, based in Hawaii, is a Ph.D. geochemist/volcanologist with a history of innovative scientific contributions, technologies and patents. His Ph.D. work includes multiple ALVIN submersible dives to two miles deep off the Galapagos Islands to retrieve submarine lava samples, with laboratory work performed at NASA Johnson Space Center and MIT.

A North Shore big wave surfer and Molokai Channel rough-water fisherman, Dr. Yonover uses the ocean as his laboratory. He has invented a multitude of survival technologies that were awarded U.S. Military/DARPA funding and U.S. Patents, including: Military-approved/adopted SeeRescue® Streamer.

Dr. Yonover’s media credits include appearances on Shark Tank, CNN, PBS, Discovery Channel, CBS Innovation Narion, and he is the author of Hardcore Inventing, Caregiver’s Survival Guide, Hardcore Health, and Brainstorm Islands (kids book).

www.SeeRescueStreamer.com

www.linkedin.com/in/dr-robert-yonover-732b84

www.instagram.com/robyonover

www.youtube.com/@drrobyonover3395

www.facebook.com/robert.yonover

Amazon books: HARDCORE INVENTING, CAREGIVER’S SURVIVAL GUIDE, HARDCORE HEALTH, BRAINSTORM ISLANDS (KIDS BOOK)

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Navid Nazemian – based in UAE – shares what sparked his deep dive into executive transitions: after working inside some of the world’s most admired companies, he noticed a critical gap—leaders were stepping into high-stakes roles without a truly effective transition process. What followed was years of research, driven by a surprising discovery: nearly 40% of executives fail within the first 18 months. This isn’t a fringe issue—it’s systemic. Through firsthand observations and extensive study, he unpacks why even highly capable leaders derail, pointing to rising complexity, shrinking timelines, and what he calls a “polycrisis” reality where multiple pressures collide at once. His work led to the creation of the Double Diamond Framework—a structured, seven-phase approach designed to reduce risk and accelerate impact, moving leaders from data-heavy exploration into focused, strategic execution.

At the core of his approach is a strong emphasis on energy, simplicity, and alignment. Transitions, he explains, can be more stressful than major life events, making it essential for leaders to actively manage their energy rather than just their time. He also challenges overly complex development tools, advocating for clarity and focus over lengthy, impractical plans. A key theme throughout is alignment—between personal values and professional environments. When that alignment is off, performance and fulfillment suffer. Through practical tools and powerful analogies, he illustrates how leaders can make more intentional choices, avoid relying on outdated “playbooks,” and navigate new contexts with greater awareness. His own career missteps—particularly around underestimating cultural differences—bring these lessons to life, reinforcing that successful transitions aren’t about doing more, but about thinking differently.

About Navid Nazemian:

Navid Nazemian, based in the UAE, is an international bestselling author, executive coach, and keynote speaker who helps leaders and executives navigate pivotal moments with clarity and confidence. His journey began with a simple observation: even the most capable leaders can falter when stepping into new roles or high-stakes situations without a clear path forward. Drawing on experience coaching leaders across five continents and insights from his book, Mastering Executive Transitions, Navid equips professionals to transform uncertainty into opportunity, align purpose with action, and build resilient, high-performing teams. Recognized as a Top Voice on LinkedIn, he engages a global community of over 40,000 leaders with practical guidance and thought-provoking perspectives. Navid’s work blends personal reflection, real-world strategy, and actionable frameworks, helping ambitious leaders thrive in moments that matter most.

https://masteringleadership.kit.com/

www.linkedin.com/in/navidnazemian

www.instagram.com/masteringexecutivetransitions/

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Kevin Gaskell shares how early experiences in the mountains of North Wales and competitive cricket shaped his understanding of leadership, teamwork, and performance under pressure. From playing in senior leagues as a teenager to learning from strong captains, he developed an early belief that leadership is about how teams operate together, especially when conditions get tough. He shares a defining personal story of pushing beyond expectations in sport, ultimately playing at national level by refusing to accept “you weren’t invited” as a final answer. That mindset carries through his leadership philosophy: “there is always a way,” grounded in optimism, resilience, and the belief that ordinary people can achieve extraordinary results when trusted.

He unpacks how he turned around major businesses, including Porsche GB, moving from last in customer satisfaction and heavy losses to market leadership by clearly defining what success looks like and aligning teams around it. Kevin introduces his practical leadership model: commit, connect, create—clarifying direction, aligning people to their contribution, and building a culture where performance and enjoyment coexist.

The core shift is this: leadership is not about extracting performance or enforcing accountability, but about setting clear standards and creating the conditions where people choose to bring their best work. As Kevin put it, people don’t have their best work “taken” from them — they give it, and that only happens when they feel heard, included, and able to contribute in a meaningful way. When that environment exists, performance changes because ownership changes. He illustrates this in a struggling superyacht manufacturing business that had faced years of losses and repeated redundancies, where instead of starting with control, he started with engagement. By involving 1,300 people in shaping how the work was done and redefining both leadership and customer experience, the company moved back into profitability within 14 months. The message is consistent: when people are trusted with real input and a clear framework, they don’t just participate — they transform outcomes.

About Kevin Gaskell:

Kevin Gaskell from England is a renowned business leader known for transforming and growing companies. As Managing Director of Porsche, Lamborghini, and BMW, he led major turnarounds and delivered exceptional performance. Often called “the man who fixes businesses,” he has built a reputation for creating high-performance cultures and driving sustainable growth.

Today, he is an active investor and founder in multiple global ventures, including the UK’s fastest-growing B2B fiber network provider and Radical Motorsport, the world’s largest race car manufacturer. He has been recognized as one of the UK’s Top 40 leaders for his ability to inspire teams and deliver results.

Beyond business, Kevin now holds three World Records: one for completing the Pacific row as part of a five-man crew, a second for being the oldest man to row across the Pacific (66), and a third for previously rowing across the Atlantic Ocean in just 35 days. A former international cricketer, he now enjoys playing in a rock band. His book Catching Giants was shortlisted for Business Book of the Year 2023.

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www.amazon.co.uk/Catching-Giants-World-beating-business-lessons/dp/1912300524

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What happens when you stop following the expected path—and trust what pulls you instead? Richard shares how a short trip to Costa Rica turned into a 25-year entrepreneurial path, built from the ground up by leaning into instinct, language, and real human connection. This conversation goes beyond business—it’s about stepping out of comfort, creating something that reflects who you are, and leading in a way that people actually feel.

We explore what makes people stay (even in high-pressure environments), how to turn transactional conversations into meaningful ones, and why the real advantage today has nothing to do with technology. From conversational intelligence to creating spaces where people can breathe, grow, and perform—this episode challenges how you think about leadership, communication, and what truly lasts. AI will never be able to replace this.

About Richard Blank

Richard Blank – based in Costa Rica – has been the Chief Executive Officer for Costa Rica’s Call Center since 2008. He was born an entrepreneur and dreamer, looking forward to inspiring others. A spiritual vision quest journey that came true. He got past a lot of family guilt and society pressure to live a true life and pay it forward.

Giving back to Abington Senior High School is very important to him. As such, he endows a scholarship each year for students that plan on majoring in a world language at the university level.

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From Hollywood stunt work and Guinness World Records to deep inner transformation, Curtis Rivers shares what happens when outward success no longer matches who you are becoming inside. As his life in film grew further away from his evolving values, the disconnect became impossible to ignore, ultimately leading him through depression, divorce, bankruptcy, and rebuilding his life while creating his unique coaching approach. Curtis opens up about reinvention, alignment, subconscious programming, and the courage it takes to stop living behind the mask. Together, we explore why fear is not the enemy, how “wobble zones” emerge when we stretch beyond old identities, and why the life that truly fits you may look very different from the one you once worked so hard to build.

We also dive into conscious leadership, daily choices, and the subtle ways people disconnect from themselves without realizing it. Curtis shares how he now approaches filmmaking in a far more aligned way, why many successful people secretly feel trapped, and how small shifts can completely change the direction of a life. Together, we discuss nervous system regulation, limiting beliefs, reinvention at any age, and the importance of creating a life that genuinely resonates rather than one that simply looks successful from the outside. This conversation is a reminder that alignment is not about perfection — it is about choosing, again and again, what truly feels right for you.

About Curtis Rivers:

Curtis Rivers’ story proves that it’s never too late to discover your true calling. Growing up in low income housing in England, he was a quiet, introspective kid who spent most of his time at the library.  However, when he played with other kids, he became highly competitive and even daring in a desperate attempt to fit in.  At the age of eleven, he declared that he would become a stuntman, which resulted in a wave of skeptical laughter. He promptly wrote to television stations, asking what it would take to be a stuntman.  A little over a decade later, that’s exactly what he became.  

What followed was an extraordinarily successful career as a Hollywood stuntman, where he triumphed over fear and conquered hundreds of challenges in film and television. His credits comprise two Guinness world records, and appearances in over 200 films and TV shows, including the iconic James Bond series. Despite decades of success, however, there was one big problem with this grandiose life. It wasn’t Curtis at all. He realized that the bold path he had chosen as a child did not align at all with the spiritual and harmonious man he had become. So, in 2012, he set out on a journey to reimagine, realign, and reignite his path. And that’s when the transformation began From Stuntman to Soul Guide.

Today, Curtis is a coach, speaker, and award winning author who shares his unique strategies for an authentic awakening.  He guides struggling, heart-centered souls through the same signature steps he discovered during his own journey.  He focuses primarily on helping professionals who have lost their identity or direction and are seeking their own purpose, position, and path to freedom. He’s a certified NLP & EFT Practitioner, Holistic Life Coach, and is also trained in Soul Transformational Therapy & Coaching.  His books include Seven Paths To Freedom and  The Fearless Path (first place winner of the 2018 Mind, Body, and Spirit International Publisher Awards).  His path is proof that, regardless of your situation or station right now, your soul is the compass that guides you toward your destiny.  

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Shane Barker started out as the operator in his business—hands-on in every decision, every task, every detail—because that’s what survival and early growth demanded. Over time, that same approach turned into a bottleneck: longer hours, slower execution, and a business increasingly dependent on him being everywhere at once.

In this episode, Shane breaks down the shift from operator to leader and what actually has to change for scale to become possible. We talk delegation, trust, decision-making, and why stepping out of the middle doesn’t mean stepping out of control. He also shares how AI, systems, and team structure changed the way he works—and why execution often fails not because of strategy, but because leaders stay too close to everything.

About Shane Barker:

Shane Barker from Nevada is the CEO and founder of TraceFuse, the first Amazon TOS-compliant negative review removal system. With over 25 years of marketing experience supporting Fortune 500 brands, Shane has been recognized as a leading influencer. His recent focus is on helping Amazon sellers combat negative reviews through TraceFuse’s innovative, white-hat solution.

http://www.tracefuse.ai/

www.shanebarker.com

www.linkedin.com/in/shanebarker

https://x.com/shane_barker  

www.facebook.com/ShaneBarkerConsultant  

www.instagram.com/shanebarker

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Leadership isn’t broken because of strategy—it’s broken because of disconnection. In this conversation, Scott Doggett shares how a lifetime of observing and practicing leadership—from watching his father lead a small school to running hotels and training leaders—shaped his belief that people are not resources, but individuals with intrinsic, “priceless” worth. A pivotal moment came when he experienced servant leadership at its highest level, witnessing a culture where people felt genuinely seen and valued—and where performance naturally followed. From global crises to everyday workplace dynamics, Scott highlights a clear pattern: organizations that prioritize people don’t just survive—they recover faster, grow stronger, and sustain success over time.

We dive into the subtle but powerful ways leaders either build or erode trust—often through small, seemingly insignificant actions. Scott unpacks why employees don’t feel valued despite leaders’ intentions, and how failing to truly know your people creates the biggest gap in leadership today. He challenges the idea that results should come first, arguing instead that performance is a byproduct of how people are treated. At the core is a simple but demanding shift: seeing every person as inherently valuable, independent of output. When leaders lead from that place—through genuine connection, consistency, and care—they unlock engagement, resilience, and the kind of culture where both people and performance thrive.

About Scott Doggett:

Scott Doggett from Florida is the Founder of the National Academy of Leadership Development and author of Priceless! See People Differently. Lead People Better. He is leading a movement to rehumanize the workplace by helping leaders see people as priceless and lead with purpose. With over 30 years of experience in leadership and learning and development, Scott equips leaders with practical tools to build cultures where people feel valued, engaged, and empowered to perform at their best. His approach blends real-world experience with servant leadership principles that drive both human and business outcomes.

www.nationalald.com

www.linkedin.com/in/scottdoggett

https://x.com/AcademyLD

www.instagram.com/nationalald2025

www.youtube.com/@NationalALD2025

https://a.co/d/0erIfkSN

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Angel Tuccy didn’t grow up wanting to be on stage or behind a mic—she was terrified of public speaking and nearly didn’t graduate because of it. Fast forward: a casual podcast turned into a professional production that got picked up by radio without a single audition. From behind-the-scenes admin to prime-time host, she built a national presence by doing one thing consistently—showing up. But when offered the biggest time slot, she said no. Not because she couldn’t, but because it didn’t align with her life. What followed proved something most people ignore: you don’t have to choose between success and what matters. Sometimes, the non-obvious decision creates the bigger opportunity.

In this episode, we go beyond visibility tactics and into what actually creates demand. Angel breaks down how to make your story a business asset—not just something you share, but something that positions you. You’ll hear why what feels ordinary to you is often the most valuable piece of your brand. We unpack her APPLE framework  (“2 apples a week”) for consistent visibility without living online, and the biggest mistake people make when using podcasts or media. This is about leveraging your voice strategically—through articles, interviews, and storytelling that sticks. Because the goal isn’t more content. It’s being remembered, sought after, and chosen.

About Angel Tuccy:

Angel Tuccy, based in Florida, is a podcast host, 15-time best selling author, and creator of the Author-licity™ program. Known as “The Book Angel”, she helps entrepreneurs and authors turn their stories into ongoing publicity, leads, and business growth through publishing and leveraging podcast interviews.

Angel Tuccy’s career began with a podcast she launched for fun. In 2009, that podcast was discovered by a local radio station, opening the door to her 10-year broadcasting career. She became an award-winning radio host, earning honors such as Most Influential Woman of the Year, Best Morning Talk Show, and Best Morning Talk Show Team.

With more than 2,500 broadcasts and over 5,000 interviews under her belt, Angel has built a global community of over 60,000 podcasters and speakers.

Today, Angel is recognized as a leader in media visibility and a champion for entrepreneurs ready to turn their story into their strongest asset.

www.VisibilityBeforeBreakfast.com

www.vedetteglobalmedia.com

www.linkedin.com/in/angeltuccy/

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-your-big-impact-podcast/id1406790706

https://a.co/d/0ea5KqVT

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqgWcNOn7mt7MrUcyn-8HMQ

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Rachel Garcia-Kessel shares how a serious health crisis disrupted her cognitive abilities and forced her to question her identity and capabilities. During recovery, she began building Legacy Bunker as a personal, unfiltered space to capture ideas, stories, and perspectives in her own way. What started as a tool to regain her thinking evolved into a collaborative platform for storytelling and shared experiences. Created during sleepless nights, the project became both a creative outlet and a test of resilience. She reveals how channeling anxiety into creation helped her rebuild confidence and prove to herself that she could still think, create, and bring something meaningful to life.

Storytelling today is losing its edge when authenticity gets replaced by filtered narratives and AI-generated voices. There’s a growing hesitation to speak openly, driven by fear of judgment or backlash, which dilutes truth. What’s missing is real, human perspective—stories rooted in lived experience, not polished versions for approval. Creating space for unfiltered expression becomes essential to preserve that depth. When people share openly, it invites dialogue, reflection, and independent thinking rather than passive consumption. That shift—from consuming stories to questioning and contributing to them—is where real impact begins.

About Rachel Garcia-Kessel:

Rachel Garcia-Kessel from New Jersey is the Founder of Legacy Bunker, a media platform focused on cultural analysis, storytelling, and emerging narratives in entertainment and technology. She is also the Brand Manager and Co Exec Producer of Tales of a Latina, a talk show highlighting powerful conversations and diverse voices.

With a background in corporate operations and a transition into media, Rachel brings a structured yet creative approach to building platforms and shaping narratives. Her work focuses on helping audiences better understand the intersection of culture, media, and influence.

While navigating long-term health challenges, she continues to build and expand her work, redefining leadership through adaptability, clarity, and purpose-driven storytelling.

www.thelegacybunker.com

www.instagram.com/thelegacybunker

www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-garcia-kessel

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After navigating divorce, single fatherhood, and building multiple businesses, Mark Aylward from Florida shares what it truly means to lead yourself when life hits hard. He reflects on how adversity sharpened his listening, deepened his empathy, and forced him to let go of judgment and victimhood. With a clear focus on what mattered most—his children—he made intentional choices daily, leaning on discipline, patience, and consistency to move forward. His perspective reframes resilience as a series of small, steady actions over time, grounded in integrity and personal responsibility.

The conversation explores the essence of leadership beyond titles, highlighting the power of care, self-reflection, and honest communication. Mark introduces “kind candor” as a practical approach to truth-telling with respect, and emphasizes the importance of asking better questions, creating space for others to think, and aligning words with actions. From decision-making and emotional control to questioning assumptions and taking risks, this episode offers a grounded, experience-driven view on how to lead with clarity—starting from within.

About Mark Aylward:

Mark founded, built, and sold two seven-figure service companies in the IT talent acquisition space. He raised three kids as a single father having been awarded sole custody as his own attorney and has spent 30 years helping people advance professionally. For the last decade, he’s coached men through deep self-reflection to rebuild clarity, confidence, and purpose when life demands a reset. His current focus is high-performing men dealing with divorce.

www.markaylward.com

www.linkedin.com/in/aylwardmark/

www.youtube.com/@maylward

https://menofstanding.quora.com/

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John Petrocelli, a pioneer in livestreaming and founder of Bulldog DM, shares how he helped shape the digital media landscape by operating ahead of the curve. From collaborating with Prince on one of the first direct-to-consumer music platforms to building and scaling companies acquired by AEG, Google, and Akamai, he reveals the mindset behind spotting—and acting on—what’s next before it becomes obvious. His approach is grounded in curiosity, a willingness to step into uncharted territory, and a refusal to default to “no” when faced with new ideas. Instead, he leads by exploring what’s possible, turning uncertainty into innovation and opportunity.

He takes us inside the evolution of livestreaming through major moments like Coachella and global events such as the Grammy Awards and the Academy Awards, where tech, creativity, and brands collide in real time. From Prince’s fearless approach to innovation to today’s surge in live commerce and platforms like Netflix, this episode highlights what it takes to lead without a playbook—and create experiences that scale to millions.

About John Petrocelli:

A pioneer of the livestream industry, John Petrocelli – based in Los Angeles – is a pioneer of the livestream industry and Founder & CEO of livestream studio Bulldog DM. He has built a career on connecting consumers to the most watched livestreams of all time.

Always one to identify industry shifts early on, John collaborated with Prince to develop the first major artist direct-to-consumer digital music store. Following the acquisition of his company by AEG, John served as VP, Sales and Business Development, where he spearheaded livestreaming for Coachella, Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits, Rock In Rio, The Royal Wedding, TED Conference, the Grammys, the Oscars, and the Masters. In 2012, he founded Bulldog DM, which has produced over one billion audience engagements across Fortune 500 clients.

www.bulldogdm.com

www.linkedin.com/in/johnpetrocelli

www.linkedin.com/company/bulldog-digital-media-llc/

www.instagram.com/bulldog_dm/

www.twitter.com/bulldogdm

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Most leadership problems aren’t about competence. They’re about leaders performing a version of leadership that isn’t real—and over time, the organization quietly learns to depend on it. This is what we unpacked in this episode.

Many leaders feel an unspoken pressure to project perfection — to have the answers, move quickly, and appear confident at all times. In this conversation with Jim Brown from Ontario, Canada, we unpack what he calls the performance lie and how it quietly shapes executive behavior. When leaders step in too fast with answers, they unintentionally shut down thinking, turning themselves into bottlenecks while their teams hold back ideas. Jim shares a powerful shift: real leadership begins when you stop pretending — and start creating space for others to contribute. From asking better questions to resisting the urge to “perform,” this is about moving from being the doer to becoming the one who unlocks the room.

We also explore how avoidance shows up — often subtly — and why it is one of the most corrosive forces in leadership and culture. Whether it’s delaying difficult conversations or softening truth to stay liked, avoidance compounds problems over time. Jim and Regina dig into the root of this behavior: fear, people-pleasing, and the discomfort of potential reactions. The shift begins with awareness, but it accelerates when leaders invite honest feedback and start recognizing the gap between intention and impact. Because leadership isn’t about getting it right all the time — it’s about being willing to face what’s actually there, early and directly.

About  Jim Brown:

Jim Brown from Canada is the Founder and CEO of OrgHealth and a former Consulting Partner with Patrick Lencioni’s Table Group. For more than 30 years, he has worked with executive teams and boards to build healthier, high-performing organizations. He is the bestselling author of The Imperfect Board Member and the forthcoming The Imperfect CEO, with a foreword by Stephen M.R. Covey. Jim’s work focuses on CEO accountability, organizational health, and helping leaders replace avoidance with clarity so culture becomes an energizing force that strengthens teams and drives sustainable performance.

http://orghealthteam.com/

Connect with Jim Brown and DM the word ‘SHIFT’ to get FREE resource – linkedin.com/in/authorjimbrown

https://www.orghealthteam.com/the-imperfect-ceo

The Imperfect CEO – Jim Brown’s upcoming book releasing this May 19: http://imperfectceobook.com/

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Rich LaMonica dives into how mindset, grit, and resilience have shaped his approach to challenges and leadership. He shares powerful stories of navigating impossible situations and unexpected setbacks, revealing how persistence and focus can transform obstacles into opportunities. Rich emphasizes the importance of self-leadership, showing how leading yourself effectively is the foundation for guiding a team and achieving meaningful results.

We also explore practical strategies for building resilience every day, from stacking small victories to maintaining focus and energy under pressure. Rich highlights the value of asking the right questions, owning tough decisions, and cultivating a mindset that turns setbacks into growth. Whether you’re managing high-stakes projects or everyday challenges, this conversation is packed with insights on how awareness, tenacity, and intentional action can help you lead with confidence and make a lasting impact.

About Rich LaMonica:

Rich LaMonica from Tennessee is a 22-year U.S. Army Veteran, an award-winning author of "13 Step Guide to Success" (self-help) & "Out of The Darkness" (fiction), a motivational speaker & leadership expert specializing in mindset, grit, and overcoming adversity.

He’s also he host of The MisFitNation Podcast (2021 Best Society & Culture Podcast – Veteran Podcast Awards, 2022 Top 40 Over 40 Podcast – Podcast Magazine) 2025 - Veteran Podcast of The Year AFF.

www.themisfitnation.com

https://linktr.ee/themisfitnation

13 Step Guide to Success : https://www.amazon.com/Step-Guide-Success-Rich-LaMonica/dp/B09NPFGSBL/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8#detailBullets_feature_div

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Andrew Colombini, sales expert and biotype specialist, shares how understanding human wiring can transform the way we sell, lead, and connect. Drawing from his work with high-level sales professionals, Andrew explains why most “personalization” falls short—and what it actually takes to truly meet someone where they are.

He breaks down his biotype influence system, a method rooted in biology and behavioral patterns, and shows how reading subtle physical and behavioral cues can reveal how someone thinks, decides, and builds trust.

We explore:

Why most sales conversations fail before they even begin

The difference between personality and biological wiring

How to identify key signals in the first minutes of a conversation

Why “objections” are actually subjective trust gaps

How top performers go deeper instead of pushing harder

What it really means to create alignment—not just close deals

Andrew also expands this beyond sales, sharing how leaders can use biotype awareness to place people in the right roles, communicate more effectively, and create environments where individuals feel seen—and perform at their best.

If you’ve ever felt that traditional sales tactics miss the mark, this conversation offers a different lens: one where influence starts with understanding how people are wired at their core.

About Andrew Colombini:

Andrew Colombini from Florida is a sales and influence strategist who has spent 15+ years studying why qualified prospects don't buy and what the top 1% of closers do differently.

Through the study of psychology, neuroscience, and personality systems, Andrew discovered a pattern most sales professionals miss: the sale is determined long before the close.

This insight led him to develop the Biotype Influence System, a methodology that teaches professionals to identify a prospect's biological decision style, known as their BioType, within the first 5–15 minutes of a conversation, adapt their influence approach accordingly, and guide prospects through resistance so naturally that objections rarely surface.

His clients, coaches, consultants, and high-ticket sales professionals selling programs from $3,000 to $30,000, using the Biotype approach on average increase their closing rates by 10–30%, shorten their sales conversations, eliminate ghosted prospects, and enroll more aligned clients who stay.

www.amplifymywhy.com

www.facebook.com/groups/biotypebusiness

https://www.amplifymywhy.com/ebook-blueprint

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Simon de los Rios, former operations leader turned life and career coach, shares his journey from high-pressure logistics and operations roles to discovering the power of inner peace. Simon opens up about experiencing repeated burnouts, the turning point that led him to coaching, and why reconnecting with yourself is the ultimate productivity tool.

We explore why high-performing leaders often lose touch with their own clarity, the dangers of outsourcing happiness to external circumstances, simple actionable ways to reconnect with your inner guidance, how journaling and small daily routines can transform your energy and creativity, and why vulnerability and human connection are key to growth.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, burned out, or disconnected from your own life, Simon’s insights show that lasting change doesn’t come from chasing results—it comes from listening inward first.

About Simon de los Ríos:

Simon De Los Rios, based in Berlin/Germany, is a Life & Career Coach, and former operations leader with 15+ years of experience across logistics, supply chain, and business operations. After leading large-scale programs in fast-paced environments, he now works with professionals, founders, and leaders who are navigating change, asking bigger questions, or trying to make their next move with more intention. His coaching blends sharp observation, practical structure, and honest conversation to help people think better, lead better, and live more in line with who they are. Simon is also the founder of SDLR Coaching & Consulting and writes about life, work, and growth through his platform, Notes on Being. He brings a global perspective shaped by living and working across the U.S. and Europe, and a grounded style shaped by both leadership experience and deep personal reflection.

www.simondelosrios.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/simondelosrios/

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The shift that changed everything? Moving from “I hope I’m chosen” to “I choose.” Shauna Wu shares how stepping out of waiting mode—and into ownership—redefined how she shows up: as a peer, a builder, and a strategic partner. When you stop asking for permission and start acting with intent, opportunities stop feeling scarce—and start becoming something you create.

This conversation goes deeper, as Shauna opens up about the harder parts of her story—and the grit that came from it. Her perspective is clear: resilience isn’t abstract, it’s built through showing up, doing the work, and deciding—again and again—who you’re going to be. It’s a reminder that you don’t need to carry every part of your past forward, but you can choose what shapes your future.

We also explore leadership through example—how the way you live, decide, and act creates ripple effects far beyond you. From raising a bold, self-directed daughter to building a legacy in male-dominated spaces, Shauna brings it back to one simple truth: don’t be afraid to work for what matters. Because in the moments you feel like giving up, that’s often when you’re closest to the result.

About Shauna Wu:

Shauna Wu, based in Seattle, is a marketing executive, motorsport partnership strategist, and founder of The Shauna Wu Project, where she helps brands and media platforms build meaningful partnerships in global motorsport. With more than 20 years of experience, she previously helped scale Smartsheet from startup to $1B+ ARR while launching award-winning partnerships with McLaren Formula One.

Today she advises brands, athletes, and creators on sponsorship strategy and storytelling in the fast-moving world of motorsport and media. She’s also the creator of Driven to Disrupt, a program empowering women to build bold careers in sports marketing.

www.shaunawu.com

www.linkedin.com/in/shaunawu

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From motorcycles to Formula 1, Shauna Wu turned passion into a global career by owning her value and building powerful, non-transactional relationships.

This episode reveals how clarity, long-term vision, and intentional choices shift you from chasing opportunities to choosing them.

From scaling high-growth marketing engines to building global partnerships in motorsport, Shauna Wu operates at full speed—on and off the track. What started as a personal passion for motorcycles evolved into a family legacy, with her daughter racing—and winning—against seasoned competitors. That same intensity now fuels her work in Formula 1, where she’s carved out a space by aligning her strengths with an industry that matches her pace.

But behind the momentum is a clear philosophy: if you don’t believe in your own value, no one else will. Shauna shares how owning her expertise—and articulating it—transformed conversations into unexpected opportunities. Her approach to “networking” is anything but transactional; instead, she builds ecosystems rooted in curiosity, contribution, and long-term thinking. It’s not about asking for a job—it’s about becoming someone others want in the room.

What stands out is her intentionality. From defining a bold 10-year vision to protecting her time and energy with precision, Shauna treats both as assets to invest wisely. The result? She’s no longer chasing opportunities—she’s selecting them.

About Shauna Wu:

Shauna Wu, based in Seattle, is a marketing executive, motorsport partnership strategist, and founder of The Shauna Wu Project, where she helps brands and media platforms build meaningful partnerships in global motorsport. With more than 20 years of experience, she previously helped scale Smartsheet from startup to $1B+ ARR while launching award-winning partnerships with McLaren Formula One.

Today she advises brands, athletes, and creators on sponsorship strategy and storytelling in the fast-moving world of motorsport and media. She’s also the creator of Driven to Disrupt, a program empowering women to build bold careers in sports marketing.

www.shaunawu.com

www.linkedin.com/in/shaunawu

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Stories shape people and teams. James Moffat shows how storytelling fosters confidence, connection, and engagement for kids and adults alike.

In this continuation with storytelling expert James Moffat, we explore how storytelling shapes people and teams from the inside out. James shares how the true value of any business lies in its people, and how guiding their stories builds connection and engagement.

We dive into storytelling for kids, showing how creative exercises help children express themselves and develop confidence. James explains techniques that reveal personalities, foster participation, and turn shy voices into confident contributors.

We also discuss non-monetary rewards that inspire and motivate. The conversation highlights how stories influence workplace culture and interpersonal relationships. James shares personal examples from schools and corporate settings, illustrating storytelling’s transformative power. Finally, we touch on small but powerful rituals, like a single word, that can unite teams and leave lasting impact.

About James Moffat:

James Moffat, based in Portugal helps leaders become more story-focused both in their business and personal life, leveraging their stories and what they already know, whilst articulating them into magical and irresistible value their clients, connections and family will love.

Book a complimentary call: https://calendly.com/visibilityimpact/30mins  

james.moffat@visibilityimpact.com

https://www.featuredbusiness.me

www.visibilityimpact.com

www.daretochange.club (your personal journey)

www.linkedin.com/in/jamesmoffat-businessgrowth/

Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FHX2BXCF

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Great teams don’t just share goals. They share stories.

James Moffat explains how leaders use storytelling to create alignment and trust.

In this conversation with storytelling expert James Moffat, we explore how storytelling goes far beyond marketing and branding. We discuss how leaders can use stories inside their organizations to create alignment, clarity, and shared direction across teams.

James explains why every team benefits from a shared narrative, how leaders can communicate the company’s purpose more effectively, and why personal stories can strengthen trust and connection among colleagues. This episode dives into the foundations of team storytelling and why it matters for building stronger, more cohesive teams.

About James Moffat:

James Moffat, based in Portugal helps leaders become more story-focused both in their business and personal life, leveraging their stories and what they already know, whilst articulating them into magical and irresistible value their clients, connections and family will love.

Book a complimentary call: https://calendly.com/visibilityimpact/30mins  

james.moffat@visibilityimpact.com

https://www.featuredbusiness.me

www.visibilityimpact.com

www.daretochange.club (your personal journey)

www.linkedin.com/in/jamesmoffat-businessgrowth/

Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FHX2BXCF

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Stories shape how people listen, remember, and decide. This conversation explores how leaders can use storytelling to communicate value, connect emotionally, and turn real client experiences into messages that convert.

A former engineer turned global sales leader, James Moffat makes a compelling case that storytelling is one of the most practical leadership tools available. Drawing on decades in technical sales and leadership, he explains why many professionals lose their audience by focusing on features, slide decks, and technical detail instead of the human problem they are trying to solve. Through a simple framework, he shows how leaders can step back, understand real challenges, and communicate value through stories that connect — and convert. Rather than leading with products or services, the conversation shifts to real examples: a problem, the solution applied, and the results that followed.

The discussion also reveals why many leaders struggle to grow their business or articulate their value. Often the issue isn’t a lack of expertise but overlooking what already exists — successful clients, proven results, and experiences that can become powerful narratives. Along the way, you’ll see why most people are natural storytellers without realizing it, and how better questions and real stories can create conversations that resonate and build lasting relationships.

About James Moffat:

James Moffat, based in Portugal helps leaders become more story-focused both in their business and personal life, leveraging their stories and what they already know, whilst articulating them into magical and irresistible value their clients, connections and family will love…

…by working with them to:

1. 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗦𝗦 – what is holding them back

2. 𝗔𝗗𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 – put into place their enablers

3. 𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘 – to obtain their desired outcome.

Book a complimentary call: https://calendly.com/visibilityimpact/30mins  

james.moffat@visibilityimpact.com

https://www.featuredbusiness.me

www.visibilityimpact.com

www.daretochange.club (your personal journey)

www.linkedin.com/in/jamesmoffat-businessgrowth/

Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FHX2BXCF"

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You can be successful and still feel flat inside — this episode is about reclaiming aliveness without burning your life down.

You can build a successful life and still feel like something is missing. This episode is for leaders, entrepreneurs, and high-performing professionals who’ve achieved a lot, yet sometimes feel flat, restless, or quietly disconnected from themselves. When your days run on routine, performance, and responsibility, it’s easy to slip into autopilot. You function well, you deliver results, and on the outside everything looks solid. And still, there’s that subtle question in the background: Is this really it? Not because your life is wrong, but because something in you knows that this can’t be the full experience of being alive.

In this solo episode, Regina Huber explores how self-limitation and self-sacrifice are created over time, why desire is not a problem but a compass, and what it actually takes to move from wanting change to being ready for it. This is not about burning your life down or throwing away what works. It’s about reclaiming choice, inner freedom, and aliveness on top of the success you’ve already created. If you’ve built a life that functions well but doesn’t fully light you up anymore, this conversation will meet you right where you are and gently open a different possibility."

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Ridiculous Practicality for Unleashed Leaders with Garland Vance & Dorothy Wood Vance

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Portia Ntsele’s return home to KwaZulu-Natal wasn’t an escape — it was a conscious way to reset, reconnect, and recalibrate. After years of building businesses, raising a family, and navigating corporate and entrepreneurial worlds, she reached a moment where the old rhythm no longer fit. Instead of forcing outcomes, she chose to listen: to the inner voice; to the knowing; to the quiet redirection that so many leaders ignore when life starts pushing back. What followed was a powerful recalibration of identity, purpose, and self-leadership — rooted in intuition, grounding, and deep inner alignment.

Portia breaks down why real leadership doesn’t start with strategy, titles, or plans on paper — it starts within. She shares how following her inner compass led her into unexpected opportunities, including a corporate career she never planned for, and how learning to pause, listen, and realign became her most powerful leadership practice. From barefoot grounding and cold showers to silence, breath, and intuition-led decision-making, Portia reveals why most people are not stuck — they’re simply out of alignment. This conversation is a reminder that the strongest leaders aren’t driven by pressure. They’re guided by clarity.

About Portia Ntsele:

Dr Nomasonto Portia Ntsele from KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, is a self-published author of three books, an intuitive entrepreneur, serial entrepreneur, wife and mother of three boys, who also has a farming project.

In her business she helps women become the best version of themselves because she's of the view that when you teach a woman, you teach a nation.

https://www.tiktok.com/@drnomasontontsele?_r=1&_t=ZS-92tjwz75b7c

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John Munsell’s path into AI leadership didn’t start with hype — it started with pattern recognition. After decades in software and digital marketing, he saw early on that AI would become the next defining shift in how businesses operate. When ChatGPT launched publicly, he knew this was more than just another tech trend — it was a full-scale transformation. He sold his agency, rebuilt his company from the ground up, and spent a year working hands-on with executives to understand their real challenges. What he discovered? Most leaders don’t truly understand what AI is, how fast it’s evolving, or how deeply it will reshape their organizations. Today, John helps leaders close that gap with clear frameworks, practical training, and a strategic approach to conscious AI adoption.

John breaks down the real reason AI adoption fails inside organizations: fear, silence, and lack of strategy. When leaders don’t communicate, employees assume the worst — and when leaders don’t understand AI, they block it entirely. John explains why AI adoption is not a tech issue, but a leadership and change management challenge. He shares why delaying AI training is one of the most dangerous decisions a company can make right now. Through powerful real-world examples, he shows how organizations either catch the wave or get buried by the avalanche. And he makes it clear: leadership awareness must come first — before policies, tools, or platforms.

About John Munsell:

John Munsell from Louisiana has been involved in digital marketing, software development, and artificial intelligence (AI) for over 40 years. As CEO of Bizzuka, John led the company to multiple appearances on the Inc 5000. In 2022, he rebuilt Bizzuka from the ground up shifting its focus to helping business leaders understand and accelerate their adoption of AI. John has dedicated thousands of hours to mastering AI technologies. This led to the creation of the AI Strategy Canvas® and Scalable Prompt Engineering™.

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Awakened, authentic leadership starts with self-connection.

Anja Žibert from Slovenia explores how true leaders guide energies rather than control people, recognizing that everyone is a sovereign being. She explains how triggers and perceived weaknesses are invitations for self-reflection, and how embracing both light and shadow fosters authenticity. Anja shares how expanding perspective—asking “what if?”—opens possibilities and helps leaders see beyond limiting beliefs. Using tools like HeartMath and Human Design, she guides leaders to connect with their heart intelligence, align mind and heart, and step fully into their power. Through practical exercises, leaders discover answers within themselves, creating coherence, clarity, and freedom to lead authentically.

About Anja Žibert:

Anja (Free Spirit) Žibert is a purpose mentor, former corporate headhunter, and energetic catalyst who guides high-level professionals and entrepreneurs through the threshold where old identities break and true mission begins. With her experience in executive recruitment and deep training in Human Design, HeartMath®, and consciousness work, she bridges the practical and the soul-driven — helping leaders reclaim clarity, integrity, and inner fire without bypassing the human experience.

Her work is known for being radically honest, deeply compassionate, and refreshingly bullshit-free. Anja supports individuals who have achieved success yet feel quietly misaligned, helping them return to purpose, direction, and authentic leadership that doesn’t cost their nervous system.

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Leaders want to energize their teams while offering honest feedback that truly helps people grow. Yet many avoid difficult conversations or soften the message so much that clarity gets lost. Emma Collyer explains why clear, kind communication is the real driver of growth, and how intention, tone, and simple phrases set the right stage. She highlights cultural nuances, curiosity, and self-observation as essential parts of effective feedback. Emma shares how two-way feedback rebuilt trust in a struggling team and why people often hesitate to give feedback to their leaders. We explore how small issues escalate when avoided and why timely conversations beat annual reviews every time. Emma also touches on what to do when someone gets upset—why brief discomfort is better than unresolved problems, how asking for a recap supports understanding, and when to pause and return later. She emphasizes that leaders must ask for feedback themselves, mix honesty with genuine appreciation, and have direct, curious conversations when feedback is ignored.

About Emma Collyer:

Emma Collyer is the owner and principal coach of Aspire Executive Coaching, where she helps leaders turn everyday interactions into powerful, two-way conversations that spark trust, creativity, and results. Known for her down-to-earth approach and energy in the room, she transforms “tough talks” into growth moments that bring teams closer together. A certified ICF coach and Emotional Intelligence practitioner based in Canada, Emma works with leaders around the world—helping them communicate with clarity, lead with empathy, and enjoy the ride along the way.

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When it feels like you are failing on repeat, do you push harder or pause to realign? Former athlete and mindset coach Ryan Wickline shares how grit, discipline, and reflection cycles turn hard seasons into fuel.

We talk about training your mind like an elite athlete: visualization with feeling, incantations, and working with your subconscious.

Ryan opens up about overcoming addiction and how personal rock bottom became the core of his leadership system.

We explore fear as the quiet limiter behind high performers who still doubt they are good enough. You will hear how to reframe adversity as situations or obstacles, step out of your convenience zone, and walk toward the fire. We unpack self-leadership, the Law of the Lid, and why your team will not rise higher than you do.

If you are ready to treat your next decision like game day and prepare in the dark so you can lead in the light, this conversation is for you.

About Ryan Wickline:

Ryan Wickline from Ohio is a speaker and mindset coach who specializes in helping people achieve their dreams by transforming their minds and their daily habits. Ryan holds certifications from the John Maxwell Team as a speaker, coach, and DISC trainer. He is also the founder of Through the Fire, which helps people transform their lives by building self-confidence in their abilities, getting clarity in their goals, and developing mental toughness.

After going through heartbreak, loss, and a feeling of unfulfillment, Ryan co-founded Alpha Omega Wrestling Academy to train athletes and help them avoid the same pitfalls he faced in his own life. Along the journey, Ryan saw his athletes struggle with their limiting beliefs, so he started providing mindset training and implemented the same techniques he used to transform his own life.

With over a decade of experience with working with high level athletes, Ryan brings a proven system and unique experience to help people overcome adversity, limiting beliefs, and failure. Ryan’s story is a testament to the belief that in order to fulfill any of your dreams, you need to go through the fire to achieve them.

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Sean Roberts from France reveals how a simple idea — inviting guests to share 10 songs that shaped their lives—became a space for connection, vulnerability, and self-discovery. Music, he says, is a common language that bridges cultures and experiences, opening doors to conversations that go far beyond playlists.

Through this creative lens, Sean shares lessons on self-belief, authenticity, and trusting the flow. He reflects on saying no when something doesn’t align, staying true to his concept, and finding balance in a world full of noise. Leadership, for him, is less about expertise and more about genuine presence, curiosity, and heart.

Sean wanted a safe, substantive space — less noise, more meaning. A timeless “iconic jacket” sparked the idea, then evolved into 10 life-defining tracks. Like the jacket, music cuts across politics and identity to create common ground.

We explore inner safety, self-worth, and leadership that starts from within — where confidence, curiosity, and connection become the true rhythm of growth.

About Sean Roberts:

Sean Roberts is a global connector and digital health attaché with a passion for innovation at the crossroads of health, culture, and technology. He bridges worlds through storytelling and music as the creator and host of 10 Tracks — a podcast where guests share their lives, memories, and moments through the lens of ten songs. The podcast explores the music and stories that connect us all across borders, cultures, and generations.

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Leadership coach Allie Jones from Iowa explores how Patrick Lencioni’s Six Types of Working Genius can transform how teams function and thrive. We discuss how aligning people with their natural “genius zones” fuels engagement, impact, and joy at work.

Allie breaks down the six types — from ideation to implementation — and how knowing where you thrive (and where you struggle) can change the way you lead, collaborate, and create results.

The Working Genius Framework is not just a self-awareness tool, but a practical roadmap for team harmony and productivity. Allie explains how many teams over-index on certain types of genius while neglecting others, which can lead to frustration and stalled execution.

Allie gives tangible examples of how leaders can rebalance teams, tailor job descriptions, and rethink hiring by identifying which geniuses are missing from the mix.

Her takeaway is powerful: well-rounded teams outperform well-rounded individuals every time.

About Allie Jones:

Allie Jones from Iowa is a leadership coach, facilitator, and strategic consultant with a background in education and over seven years of experience as a business owner.

She is the founder of Allie Jones Consulting, where she works with mission-driven leaders and organizations to foster intentional growth through coaching, group facilitation, and professional development.

A former third-grade teacher in Kansas City, Allie transitioned into marketing and grew her freelance business into Illuminated Marketing, a boutique agency serving nonprofits, community organizations, and small businesses nationwide. Her experience spans brand strategy, organizational development, and team dynamics.

Allie is a certified Enneagram and Working Genius coach and brings a strengths-based, human-centered approach to everything she does. Her work is grounded in clarity, effectiveness, and helping people thrive—at work and in life.

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Tony Thelen shares how true leadership means guiding people and organizations to places they wouldn’t reach alone, with courage, confidence balanced by humility, and a focus on impact that extends beyond profits to people, customers, and communities. The real measure of leadership, he says, is moving the world forward while achieving success and a sense of fulfillment as a leader.

The foundation of a team that truly works is trust—without it, everything else crumbles. Transparency, facing bad news together, and debating ideas without harming relationships all strengthen that trust. Real trust shows when leaders resist micromanaging and let people do the work they’ve been entrusted with. As Tony Thelen explains, leadership is about sensing, adapting, and responding—so teams thrive and leaders experience fulfillment in the process. It’s not about balancing work against life, but aligning priorities so both support who you want to be. The real win is designing a life where energy, relationships, and work all feed into fulfillment.

About Tony Thelen:

Tony Thelen from Iowa is the Founder and Principal Executive Coach at The River Coaching and Consulting, LLC. With a diverse 35-year career at John Deere he’s gained invaluable insights into people, change, processes, and leadership. As a certified NeuroLeadership Coach and a member of the International Coaching Federation, he’s coached over 500 individuals in various career stages, focusing on transformation, leadership development, and C-suite development and execution. Other professional interests include writing ('Am I Doing This Right', published Nov 22, Business Expert Press) Independent board membership, and advisory councils. Lifetime member of Trout Unlimited. His new book, due out 3 Nov 2025, is “Things We Desire” based on the timeless wisdom of the Desiderata poem written in 1927 by Max Ehrmann.

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Curious about how innovation, leadership, and crypto intersect? In this episode, Regina speaks with Miles Austin and Simon Hearn about why so many people shy away from crypto—and how it can actually be simple, accessible, and even exciting when you have the right support.

They discuss the importance of visionary leaders driving innovation, making opportunities like these available to everyday people. You’ll hear why having a supportive team and proven guidance can eliminate the overwhelm and help anyone get started—sometimes in under an hour.

Miles and Simon share real-life examples of people using crypto profits for everything from daily expenses to long-term results, and why entrepreneurs and corporate leaders alike can benefit from passive income options. They also touch on building teams, creating bigger results together, and learning as you go.

As Regina points out, it all comes down to informed decisions, continuous learning, and not letting fear or complexity hold you back. Whether you want a hands-off approach or you’re ready to lead and build, this conversation reveals why this opportunity could be a real game changer.

Intrigued? Feel free to reach out to Regina at reginatyp@proton.me for more information.

This episode is for informational purposes only. None of the guests or hosts are financial advisors. Please do your own research before making any financial decisions, as all investments carry risk. There are no opportunities without risk, and you are solely responsible for choosing yours.

About Miles Austin and Simon Hearn:

Miles Austin blends creativity and strategy as a digital marketer focused on funnel building, video editing, and design — with a passion for crypto and innovation.

Simon Hearn merges technology and strategy as a business automation and marketing expert, helping entrepreneurs streamline operations. He’s also involved in the crypto space, applying innovative tech insights to real-world solutions.

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From aspiring actor to entrepreneurial leader, Kasim Aslam’s path wasn’t linear. In this Rise to Lead episode, he shares how a Hollywood pursuit gave way to building one of the world’s top Google Ads agencies, how delegation became the key to scaling rather than micromanagement, and how selling Solutions 8 opened doors to new ventures such as Driven Mastermind and Pareto Talent. He also reflects on the founder’s paradox—leaders often being their own biggest growth blockers—and the importance of thought leadership as a true traffic engine.

Kasim explains how positioning himself as a thought leader fueled the launch of Pareto Talent, where the first 25 clients came almost entirely from two simple posts. Without paid ads or cold outreach, he built a seven-figure business on trust and referrals, proving that resonance matters more than reach. He also shares his “hourglass of niching” model—starting broad, narrowing to a profitable core, then expanding again—which ultimately drove Solutions 8 to an eight-figure exit. He stresses that authority comes from consistency, not intelligence.

True thought leaders are the ones who keep showing up, sharing openly, and even embracing mistakes. To illustrate, he tells the story of Ivan, a freelancer who grew from a $1,000-a-month assistant into the CTO who managed his multi-million-dollar exit and is now his business partner—a reminder that extraordinary talent can be found anywhere.

About Kasim Aslam:

Kasim Aslam from Arizona is serial entrepreneur who has built six 7- and 8-figure businesses, including two successful exits. He is the co-founder of Driven Mastermind and the creator of Digital Marketer's Paid Traffic Certification. Last year, he exited Solutions 8—one of the world’s top Google Ads agencies—and co-founded Pareto Talent, a company dedicated to helping entrepreneurs reclaim their time by matching them with world-class executive assistants. Kasim is now preparing to release HIRE, a groundbreaking book that distills the systems he used to build his companies.

Designed to be the ultimate guide on hiring and delegation, HIRE offers a proven framework for scaling a business without burning out. He has also authored three bestselling books and was named one of the top 50 Digital Marketing Thought Leaders in the U.S.

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How do you start speaking as an entrepreneur—even if you’ve never done it before? Kimberly Crowe breaks down four types of stages to build your visibility and reputation:

Practice Stage – Speak for growth, learning, and experimentation.

Speak-to-Sell Stage – Share your message while inviting action.

Paid Speaking Stage – Offer exclusive content or training for a fee.

Authority Stage – Bring in experts to raise credibility and audience reach.

You don’t need a giant auditorium. Podcasts, TV, radio, Facebook Live—or your own weekly show—can all be your stage.

Kimberly shares Kara’s journey: she started on free networking stages, landed seven podcasts, then moved into web summits, her ownpodcast, and eventually launched a summit—proving that stages lead to stages.

The key? Authenticity beats perfection. Mistakes are human, stories connect, and frameworks guide you without scripts. Your knowledge and experience can be transformative to others just a step behind you.

This episode shows you how to create your own stage, share your genius, and amplify your impact—even starting from scratch.

About Kimberly Crowe: 

Kimberly Crowe is a dynamic international speaker, entrepreneur, and co-creator of Speakers Playhouse and founder of Entrepreneurs Rocket Fuel. Having spoken on over 5,000 stages, including a TEDx talk in Las Vegas.  She has been recognized by Enterprise World Magazine as The “Most Inspiring Business Leaders to Watch.” Kimberly helps coaches, entrepreneurs, and speakers to elevate their visibility and amplify their message by getting on stages and grabbing the mic. Through events like Podapalooza, Keynoting Kamp, Voices of Women and The Influencers Cruise, she creates powerful spaces for individuals to connect, collaborate, and grow. Known for her motto, "If it's not fun, it's not worth doing," Kimberly brings a vibrant, engaging approach to helping others expand their reach, impact, and influence in the world.

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Brain coach Dominika Staniewicz shares how neuroscience has evolved to become practical and accessible for all. Drawing from her own journey overcoming seizures and mental health challenges through a neuroscience-based approach, she explains neurocoding—a method to rewire the brain’s default patterns into consciously chosen behaviors. Dominika highlights how these tools, once reserved for a privileged few, are now available to help anyone improve brain health, reduce anxiety, and foster better leadership through self-awareness and mental rehearsal.

Leaders face constant uncertainty, and managing their own stress is key to not passing fear onto their teams. Practical tips include making clear, focused decisions instead of juggling everything at once, and avoiding choices when anxious since it impairs brain function. Sleep is crucial—lack of it severely reduces accuracy and focus. Female leaders can especially benefit from trusting intuition—a brain function typically more evolved in women. Mixed teams perform better by combining different strengths.

Lastly, spending time in nature helps reset the brain and reduce decision fatigue, boosting clarity and calm.

True influence begins before you speak—through your presence, energy, and integrity. By training your mind to visualize successful outcomes, you program yourself to act confidently and authentically, shaping how others respond even before you say a word.

About Dominika Staniewicz:

Dominika Staniewicz, M.S., a dual-certified Elite Neuroencoding Specialist and Brain Health Coach, and the #1 Kindle New Release author of “The Magic of Dreaming Big, Acting Small, and Achieving Success.” Known as Coach D, she’s a neuroscience ninja blending brain science with high-impact strategy and magnetic charisma.

A founding member of the Neuroencoding Institute, Dominika has advised presidents, led national labor negotiations, and taught on two continents at universities. With over 5,000 hours of corporate training, she brings a depth of expertise rarely matched.

Honored as Woman Entrepreneur of the Year, she’s taken stages across Europe and the U.S., inspiring change with every word. But what truly sets her apart? Her process-first, human-centered approach to sustainable success without the fluff.

Dominika is not just a coach she’s a movement, igniting clarity, confidence, and courage in every woman she meets.

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Former NFL player Cory Procter shares how the structure and pressure of pro football shaped his mindset—and how those patterns carried overwhen he transitioned into the business of wealth management. He opens up about struggling with identity after leaving the league and how faith, discipline, and self-honesty helped him rebuild his foundation.

Cory mentions the power of clear, repeatable processes and precise communication. He shares how a mentor influenced his approach not only in wealth management but also in evaluating other professionals, emphasizing confidence that comes from well-honed systems. Cory connects leadership to accountability, teamwork, and faith in his and others’ abilities, explaining how his own growth required healing and self-awareness before leading others effectively. He values putting the right people in the right roles, making fast decisions, and cultivating motivated team members. Cory also highlights the importance of a compelling vision that aligns with each team member’s personal goals, supporting their growth beyond the business itself to foster loyalty and success.

Along the way, Cory throws in a few golden nuggets about wealth management, including the crucial importance of having a trust in place.

About Cory Procter:

Cory was born and raised in Washington State. He earned a scholarship at the University of Montana where he made the dean’s list, was an honor student, and an All-American on the football team. He went undrafted into the NFL where he played 6 years with the Detroit Lions, Dallas Cowboys, and Miami Dolphins.

After his career in the NFL he launched Pro Capital Wealth Management in Southlake, TX where his firm provides comprehensive financial planning with a focus in asset protection based on his own story of lawsuit and loss. He speaks regularly to companies, organizations, conferences, and churches on various financial topics and his faith.

Cory also serves as a board member for Majesty Outdoors. Majesty serves fatherless children and single mothers in need to develop a sense of purpose, build strong character, and discover their unique talents and abilities.

In his free time, he enjoys being outdoors hunting, fishing, and hanging at the ranch. He also loves to travel and explore new places.

Cory resides in Trophy Club, TX with his wife, Megan, who is an estate planning attorney and their three children, Grace, Hank, and Faith.

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When small business owners struggle to adapt, it’s often not just a tech issue—it’s a purpose and awareness issue. Larry Mandelberg explains that knowing what value you offer, who needs it, and how to deliver it is what truly positions you to pivot. Without clarity of purpose and vision, it’s hard to make strategic decisions under pressure.

Larry outlines key warning signs that a business is being undermined by its own success: resistance to change, duplicated work, roles shaped by personal preferences instead of organizational needs, and recurring problems that never get fully resolved. He stresses that these issues often stem from fixing symptoms, not root causes. Inconsistent treatment of clients is another red flag—one that demands clear, documented policies to ensure fairness and avoid confusion as the company grows.

As businesses grow, leaders must rely on middle management and shared vision to maintain alignment. Mandelberg presents a proven framework for sustainable growth, rooted in human behavior. He emphasizes self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and coaching as keys to unlearning habits that no longer serve.

About Larry Mandelberg:

Larry Mandelberg from Bordeaux, France, solves complex problems.

This consultant, speaker and author represents the 5th generation of his family’s business and 170 years of experience with organizational success.

Larry has launched four start-ups, led a merger, and performed a successful turnaround. (That’s evidence of six complex problems, solved.) A prolific writer, Larry has published more than 80 columns.

As a sought-after speaker, Mandelberg has delivered more than 60 business-changing keynotes and workshops. He has been a guest on television and radio programs talking about business and entrepreneurship.

His new book, Businesses Don't Fail, They Commit Suicide presents 23 years of primary research into why businesses fail from an entertaining and thought provoking perspective.

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Filmmaker and adventurer Barry Walton shares how failure became a foundation for growth—and why the stories we tell ourselves are rarely the full truth. He explores the idea that truth isn’t something we own but something we test and refine in community. From early childhood setbacks to major film projects that didn’t go as planned, Barry reflects on reframing failure, pushing through doubt, and the courage it takes to truly listen.

Barry and I dive into the nuanced tension between persistence and knowing when to pivot. We explore how decision-making isn’t always logical—it’s often guided by heart, spirit, and the deeper questions we’re willing to ask ourselves. We also touch on how language shapes perception, and why shifting our focus change everything.

Barry shares his experience filming Empty America during the 2020 lockdowns—capturing a nation in eerie stillness. From deserted highways to ghost-town cities like Vegas and NYC, the compliance was staggering. What began as a trip to the Utah desert turned into a haunting cross-country quest for truth. The silence raised questions many were too afraid to ask. Many bonded over one key factor, and that bond makes it hard to look back and question. Barry likens it to unaddressed trauma: one moment can reshape a life, especially when no one wants to revisit it.

About Barry Walton:

Barry Walton from Florida is an Emmy Award-winning producer and author whose work spans documentary, commercial, and narrative storytelling. As the founder of Endless Media, he’s spent his career bringing impactful stories to life for brands, sports franchises, and networks like FOX Sports and IPG | Mediabrands. His documentary and branded content have earned multiple industry accolades, including the Golden Matrix Award. As an author, Barry has published two books — Empty America, a haunting exploration of the U.S. during the first global pLan-demic, and his latest, The Unknown Adventurer, a deeply personal journey that explores love, God, philosophy, and life’s biggest questions. Barry’s work — whether on screen or on the page — is driven by a commitment to truth, curiosity, and storytelling that connects us to something greater.

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In this episode with Rebecca Vickers from Georgia/U.S., we dive into the art of effective delegation and its powerful role in leadership growth. They explore why delegation isn’t just about offloading tasks, but about thoughtfully assigning responsibilities that challenge and develop team members. With a focus on communication, trust, and understanding individual strengths, they reveal how leaders can create environments where people not only take ownership but thrive through intentional guidance and clear expectations.

Rebecca shares practical ways to manage up effectively, like sending concise end-of-day reports that highlight key outcomes and next steps, ensuring transparency and proactive communication. She emphasizes improving existing systems rather than waiting for change, following through on commitments, and adapting communication to fit different leadership styles. Understanding your manager’s preferences and keeping messages clear and relevant builds trust and strengthens your leadership impact. Rebecca highlights that occasionally feeling overwhelmed is normal, but with the right tools and prioritization, you can stay focused despite distractions. She stresses prioritizing tasks aligned with company goals and being proactive with your time to avoid shiny-object syndrome.

About Rebecca Vickers:

Rebecca Vickers is a dynamic professional with experience in both digital marketing and operations. As VP of Operations at FMO Media, she thrives on coaching her team, cultivating client relationships, devising successful strategies, and developing effective systems. A firm believer in empowering others, Rebecca's goal is to foster stronger leaders, cohesive teams, and well-rounded individuals. Rebecca is a proud alumna of Loyola University Maryland (B.A.), Villanova University (M.A.), and Eastern University (M.B.A.).

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What happens when love becomes a radical act of leadership? In this moving episode, Amber Mikesell from Arizona shares the soul-stirring moment that led her to walk away from a high-level executive role in pursuit of something deeper—leading from the heart. We talk about the taboos around love in business, the courage it takes to live in alignment with your soul, and how true leadership starts with inner resonance. If you've ever felt the disconnect between success on paper and meaning in your heart, this conversation is for you.

Amber introduces “heartstorming,” an approach that taps into emotion and purpose before ever touching a whiteboard for a brainstorming process. She shares how leading with heart creates buy-in, drives creativity, and sparks passion in ways traditional leadership rarely can. We also dive into the risks of leaving heart out of decision-making—and why playing it safe might actually be the bigger risk.

When the inner critic gets loud, how do we hear the quieter truth of our hearts? Amber reveals how most people operate with just 2% positive thoughts—and offers simple tools to shift that pattern. We explore how to move from self-judgment to self-compassion, why one powerful question can shift everything, and how curiosity can prevent unnecessary conflict.

About Amber Mikesell:

Amber Mikesell is a globally recognized visionary leader and educator. The Founder and Chief Lead Minister of Suivera, a multi-faith nonprofit organization igniting a global movement of heart-centered leadership, her career spans 113 countries and has impacted over 1,000,000 lives. Amber blends ancient wisdom and modern science to empower human potential. She holds advanced certifications in traditional wisdoms such as Ayurveda and TCM, and modern knowledge with a Bachelors in Interpersonal and Organization Communication and a Masters in Quantum Sciences, allowing her to speak to the science and spirituality of love as the catalyst for healing and connection.

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What if the key to tomorrow’s leaders lies in yesterday’s playtime? When S.S. (Shannon Sue) Coulter told her stepkids to go outside and play, she didn’t expect them to come back five minutes later saying, “We don’t know what to do.” That moment kicked off a 16-year mission to help families reclaim play as a vital foundation for real-life skills. In this episode, she shares how unstructured, imaginative play naturally builds leadership traits—from collaboration and negotiation to critical thinking, creativity, and confidence—and why tech is quietly robbing kids of all of it.

S.S. explains how her app helps tired parents easily inspire kids to play by offering quick, fun activity ideas that build both body and mind. By tying activities to points and rewards, she taps into kids’ natural motivation while encouraging healthy habits. She emphasizes that play fosters essential soft skills like confidence, resilience, and problem-solving, which prepare kids to show up stronger as adults—and why it’s urgent to fix what technology has taken away.

S.S. highlights how play nurtures creativity, collaboration, and self-discovery, even indoors with simple items like pillows. She also shares how her The Fassa Tails book series models leadership through animal characters.

Each story includes activities and talking points to engage kids and parents in meaningful conversations about leadership traits.

About S.S. Coulter:

S. S. Coulter is here to play—and she’s your go-to for FUN. She helps busy parents feel extraordinary about their parenting. Her children’s book series, The Fassa Tails, creative activities, and the upcoming activity app offer screen-lite, easy ways to get kids playing, imagining, and moving. Her mission: to help the next generation build balance in mind, heart, and body—and develop a healthy relationship with technology—all while simply being kids and having fun.

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Chelsea speaks candidly about the illusion of leadership and the dynamics behind power. Some rise through integrity — but many are propped up by ego, fear, or a hunger for recognition. She unpacks how people can become “yes men,” not necessarily out of malice, but from the lure of status and acceptance. We explore the deeper cost of aligning with systems that reward compliance over character. And we touch on the idea that even those dynamics can be seen through a neutral, spiritual lens.

Chelsea reminds us that fear isn’t just fed to us — it’s something we often agree to carry. She speaks powerfully about personal responsibility and the unconscious ways we opt into societal programming. From her own experience overcoming addiction, Chelsea offers rare insight into true self-leadership — and how transmuting fear can radically shift our lives. She also shares what drew her to facilitating psychedelic experiences — not as an escape, but as a tool for integration, clarity, and authentic transformation. Sometimes deep shifts happen more easily when we allow playfulness and presence. So we’re not suggesting a specific path — just inviting curiosity about what’s possible.

About Chelsea Goucher

Chelsea Goucher from Tennessee is an intuitive coach and psychedelic facilitator interested in the intersection of consciousness expansion with personal development and collective evolution. A former corporate saleswoman who left her career to pursue Truth and a felt mission to liberate others, Chelsea is committed to the free exploration of ideas, non-hierarchical community, and assisting her clients to expand their perception of Self and become happier and more fulfilled individuals. Chelsea also teaches yoga, enjoys the performance arts, and is an open book on her experiences of overcoming addiction, co-dependency, and abusive relationships.

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