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| 386 | Julia Murphy | Navigating the Rise: A Young Leader’s Quest for Growth and Connection | 10 Sep 2024 | 00:40:26 | |
In this episode of the Leaders of Tomorrow podcast, Chris is joined by Julia Murphy, a young leader whose journey highlights the challenges and rewards of personal and professional growth. Throughout the conversation, she shares how embracing responsibility, managing teams, and handling multiple tasks helped her navigate both her business and academic life. You'll learn about her development as a leader who thrives in demanding environments and seeks to bring out the best in those around her. Discover how mentorship and coaching have played critical roles in reigniting Julia's passion. She explains how her newfound love for problem-solving and managing people helped her shift her career focus and find fulfillment in guiding others to success. This episode serves as an empowering example of how persistence, adaptability, and a strong support system can drive meaningful growth and success. Don't miss another episode of The Leaders of Tomorrow podcast, be sure to leave a review and subscribe today! What You Will Learn In This Show:
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| 385 | David Barron | How to Surround Yourself with the Right People for Success | 03 Sep 2024 | 00:44:18 | |
Have you ever wondered what transitioning from a corporate leader to a successful entrepreneur takes? In this episode, I sit down with David Barron, one of our former Operators of the Year from the early 90s, who has done just that—and more. David shares his journey from leading sales teams at some of the world’s biggest tech companies to building and selling his own business, CertaPro Painters. But this episode isn’t just about business success; it’s about the lessons learned along the way. From navigating the early days of the internet boom to the emotional complexities of selling a business, David’s insights are invaluable for anyone looking to carve their path in today’s fast-changing world. Tune in to hear how David balanced his ambition with family life, the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people, and the role humility plays in long-term success. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned leader, this episode is packed with actionable insights you won’t want to miss. David’s story is one of perseverance, strategic thinking, and continuous learning. We dive into his experiences of growing businesses, the power of systems and people, and the often overlooked emotional aspect of entrepreneurship. Whether you’re just starting or looking to refine your leadership skills, David’s journey offers a treasure trove of lessons. Listen now and enjoy! What you Will Learn In This Episode:
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| 376 | Jess Travnicek | Unveiling the Strategies of a Successful Mini Coach | 02 Jul 2024 | 00:32:08 | |
What does it take to go from a science nerd to a successful business leader? In this episode, meet Jess Travnicek, who shares her experience in our program, a story of perseverance, growth, and continuous improvement.
As a mini coach at Student Works, Jess has navigated the challenges of transitioning from painting to window cleaning, developing her leadership skills, and building a resilient team. Her journey is filled with valuable insights and lessons that every aspiring leader can learn from.
Jess opens up about the challenges she faced in her first year and how she overcame them. We delve into her unique approach to sales and client understanding, and how committing to daily ice baths in freezing Montreal helped her build resilience. Jess also discusses the importance of pre-season sales and the pivotal role of team energy and motivation.
Join us as Jess reveals the secrets behind her success, the lessons learned from her experiences, and the strategies she used to excel as both a business operator and mini coach. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone looking to develop their leadership skills and achieve extraordinary results.
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| 286 | Griffin Boyd | Breaking the All Time Rookie Record | 05 Jul 2022 | 00:34:22 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris interviews Griffin Boyd, one of our successful operators who managed to break the Student Works all-time rookie record last year and plans to double his business size in 2022.
A great example of how to run a student business, Griffin has previously worked with us as a painter for one year and then as Production Manager with Adam Dennison’s business up in the Blue Mountain area.
You will find out who Griffin was before joining the Student Works Management Program, as well as more details about his experience as a painter and as a Production Manager on Adam Dennison’s team.
Griffin will share what made him decide to become an operator with Student Works and will reveal some of his secrets to breaking the all-time rookie record.
You will find out what are some of the most important qualities that separate top performers from the average ones.
Griffin will also talk about some of the key habits that led him to success, the advantage of living in the same house with other top performers, the most important qualities the leaders of tomorrow should have and so much more.
Listen in and enjoy another fascinating conversation with one of our top-performing operators!
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| 285 | Parents Podcast | Deb Franzman and Bob & Sue Gartly | Glimpse of Student Works | 28 Jun 2022 | 00:52:09 | |
In today's special episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris continues the series of interviews with some of our operators' parents to offer a new perspective and give a glimpse inside The Student Works Management Program. The first guest is Debbie Franzman, mother of Jessica Franzman, one of our top-performing operators You will find out what was Jessica doing the summer before Student Works. Debbie will share what was her initial reaction when she heard about her daughter joining the program. She will also talk about Jessica’s experience in the program during the Covid pandemic, as well as about the biggest challenges she faced in her first year and how she managed to overcome them. You will also find out how Jessica managed to build true connections with her clients even during Covid and much more. After talking with Debbie Franzman, Chris interviews Bob and Sue Gartly parents of Karl, Rosemary and Barbara Gartly. They will talk about their amazing experiences of having all their children running the program. You will find out how the experience of three different brothers in the same program can be different yet still successful. Sue and Bob will share what were their initial reactions when they herald about the program and why they encouraged their kids to join. They will also talk about the challenges the Gratleuy brothers faced during the program and how they overcame them, as well as about what the Gartley family gained from being involved in the Student Works Management Program. For these and much more, join Chris and his guests while they explore the perspective of parents when it comes to their children working with the Student Works Management Program.
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| 284 | Joe Sauret | A Succesful Career That Started with Student Works | 21 Jun 2022 | 00:44:03 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris interviews Joe Sauret, one of our alumni, an MBA Graduate with 11+ years of progressive business development experience.
Joe started a successful career after working with Student Works for four years. His background includes a mix of entrepreneurial and corporate activity with a track record of success in the area of enterprise sales, project management, account management, and advisory services.
You will learn who Joe was before Student Works and what made him join the program, as well as what he is still using from his four years of experience in the program.
He will also talk about his experience as an Account Manager at DELL, what worked well and what challenges he had to face.
He will share the reasons he decided to do an MBA at the Smith School of Business at Queen's University.
He will also talk about his experience as a Business Development Manager at Vision Critical.
You will learn what BERA is and more details about Joe’s experience working with them.
Joe will also talk about the power of brands and how you measure brands, his biggest failures and mistakes and the lessons he took from them, the qualities a leader of tomorrow should have and much more.
Listen now and enjoy!
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| 283 | Luke Fenn and Devon Thomson | Inside Student Works Management Program PART 3 | 14 Jun 2022 | 00:53:04 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris continues his conversation with Luke Fenn and Devon Thomson, Business Coaches at The Student Works.
This time they will go into detail about what happens in April and May at Student Works Management Program in order to give the young leaders a deep understanding of the whole process.
You will find out why we have our quarterly meetings and what is their structure, as well as how we train our coaches and our operators.
You will learn more details about our production prep meeting and how we prepare our interns to start their first job.
Luke and Devon will get into some details about our Google Drive System and how it makes our business more efficient.
They will talk about the rookie launches and how we get people up and running super fantastic businesses.
They will also share the way we hold our operators accountable, how to work under the philosophy of “Work hard, play hard, have fun!”, some details about the upcoming events of the summer and much more.
Join Chris and his guests as they take an in-depth look at the Student Works Management Program, the systems and the culture that makes our leaders so effective.
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| 282 | Greg Cumiskey | Persistence and Focus: The Keys to Becoming Successful | 07 Jun 2022 | 00:51:58 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris interviews Greg Cumiskey, one of our alumni who is today a highly successful and passionate entrepreneur with an extensive experience in buying and selling businesses, integrating acquisitions, executing successful roll-ups, and executive management of both private and publicly traded firms.
You will find out who Greg Cumiskey was before he got involved in our program and what were the biggest lessons he took from his experience with Student Works.
He will share more details about his career path after he left our program.
He will talk about how he started Simmba Systems and what the company was doing as well as about his experience as an Executive Chairman at ExamWorks. He will also share more details about his involvement with Idealab.
You will find out what is the difference between managing a small to medium-sized business and running a larger one.
You will learn about Greg’s biggest failures and mistakes and the lessons he learned from them, as well as what are some of the key habits a leader should have.
Join Chris and Greg for another fascinating discussion about some of the key secrets to a successful business career.
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| 281 | Mitchell Lowry | Adding Real Value to the World | 01 Jun 2022 | 00:53:26 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris interviews Mitchell Lowry, an amazing young leader who worked with Student Works back in 2014-2015.
He graduated from McMaster University in 2018 and today he works as a Business Development Manager at RBC Global Asset Management.
You will find out a little bit about Mitchell's background before he joined the Student Works Management Program and then he will talk about his experience in the program and his biggest takeaways.
Mitchell will also share details about his career path after he left Student Works.
So, you will find out about his experience as a Group Production Leader and as a Financial Analyst at General Motors, as well as about his experience as a Business Development Manager at RBC Global Asset Management.
He will also reveal his biggest mistakes and failures and the lessons he learned from them and will talk about the key secrets to a great career and a happy life.
You will find out the reasons why being too hard on yourself will not get you to success.
Mitchell will also talk about some essential habits that he learned to build at Student Works and much more.
Join Chris and Mitchell as they discuss the key secrets to achieving success and adding real value to the world.
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| 280 | Zachary Jennings | Managing Double Businesses | 24 May 2022 | 00:43:33 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris interviews Zachary Jennings, an amazing young leader and one of our top operators who first joined Student Works as a key staff member on Mack Mercier’s team and then started his own successful house painting business inside the program.
You will find out how Zach was before the program and what made him join Student Works.
Zach will share more details about his experience of working in Mack Mercier’s team and how they managed to double the business two years in a row.
He will reveal some effective methods he uses to train his staff members so that he can have an amazing team.
You will find out what made Zach want to start his own painting business at Student Works and what were some of the challenges he had to overcome in his first year.
Zach will also reveal his main goal for this year and how he plans to achieve it and much more.
Join Chris and Zachary for another inspiring conversation with one of our top operators!
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| 279 | Patrick Yoo | How to Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable | 17 May 2022 | 00:44:19 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris interviews Patrick Yoo, Owner and CEO at Young Brothers, a successful multigenerational business selling fresh, hand-selected fruits, vegetables, dairy, meat products, and a variety of other grocery products in Outremont, Montreal.
He worked with Student Works back in 2008-2009 and he had a number of sales experiences at some important companies before deciding to join the family business.
Patrick will talk about who he was before joining our program and the most important lessons he took from it.
You will find out what Patrick did after Student Works and some details about his experiences with companies like Xerox and AIESEC.
He will share what made him decide to finally join the family business and what he does at Young Brothers.
Patrick will reveal his biggest failures and mistakes he did along the way and the lessons he took from them.
He will also talk about the difference between leadership and management, some key habits a leader should have, the most important thing that makes you capable of bringing value to others and much more.
Join Chris and Patrick for another inspiring conversation with one of our alumni!
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| 278 | Parents Podcast | Robert Milling and Richard Carroll | 10 May 2022 | 00:44:59 | |
In today's special episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris interviews two of our former operators' parents to give a glimpse inside The Student Works Management Program.
The first guest is Bob Milling, Owner and Founder of Wakefield Mill Hôtel & Spa and the father of Gabriel and Luke, both of them past top-performing operators at Student Works.
Bob will talk about what Luke and Gabe Milling were doing the summer before they joined the program.
He will reveal what his thoughts were about Student Works when his sons started and the challenges they had to overcome during the program.
You will also find out what was different in Luke’s and Gabe's experiences with the program and more.
The second guest is Richard Carroll, an alumnus of the program himself, a successful entrepreneur, and also the father of Quinton Carroll who is now in his second year with Student Works.
Richard will talk about what Quinton was doing the summer before they joined the program and what made him join Student Works.
He will also share some insight about Quinton’s evolution inside the program and his biggest takeaways.
You will find out what were some of the challenges Richard saw his son overcoming during his first season.
Richard will also share the reasons why the Student Works systems were beneficial for Quinton and much more.
Join Chris and his guests to find out what is a parent's perspective of their children operating with the Student Works Management Program.
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| 277 | Luke Fenn and Devon Thomson | Inside Student Works Management Program PART 2 | 03 May 2022 | 00:45:59 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris continues his conversation with Luke Fenn and Devon Thomson, business coaches at the Student Works. They will continue to go into detail about the program in order to give the young leaders a deep understanding of it from the inside.
You will find out what is an estimate training and how it works.
You will discover why having bith cooperation and competitiveness in the Student Works team is essential for their success.
Look and Devon will share interesting details about the two the Student Works Zoom Trainnings: Advanced Sales and Recruiting Training.
They will reveal what is a “sales mindset” and why is it so important to have it in order to succeed in your business.
They will also talk about some effective ways Student Works uses Zoom and Team Calls and much more.
Join Chris and his guests as thet discuss the Student Works Management Program's most important processes and strategies. Enjoy!
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| 375 | Taigh Smyth | From Student Works to Successful Cannabis Business | 25 Jun 2024 | 00:51:22 | |
What does it take to transition from a small-town entrepreneur to a leader in the cutting-edge world of cannabis technology? This week, we delve into the incredible journey of Taigh Smyth, a dynamic entrepreneur who has navigated diverse business landscapes with remarkable success.
Taigh worked with us 20 years ago, and since then, he has traveled the world, developed his own internet marketing business, and achieved impressive exits. Now, he’s the founder of Aiden, a company dedicated to personalizing cannabis experiences to improve mental health.
In this episode, we dive into Taigh's entrepreneurial journey, from his early days selling pops at the farmer's market to building successful tech platforms and marketing businesses.
We talk about how his experience with Student Works helped him become the leader he is today and the most important lessons he has learned in our program. We also explore the challenges and rewards of launching Blend Pen and the innovative ways this product is helping people customize their cannabis experiences for better mental health and wellness.
Join us as we discuss the importance of systems in business, the evolution of digital marketing, and how embracing new technologies can lead to groundbreaking innovations. You’ll hear about Taigh’s passion for creating products that not only generate financial returns but also make a positive impact on people's lives.
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| 276 | Saša Milosevic | Raising Your Performance Bar with Student Works | 26 Apr 2022 | 00:39:51 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris chats with Saša Milosevic, one of our veteran operators.
Saša first joined our program as a painter in his brother’s team when he was still in high school. He is currently is his third of year running his own painting franchise through the Student Works Management Program.
In his opinion, this is a great experience because he has been able to work with a variety of clientele and handpick his own team of employees at an early age. To him, the most important thing has been to establish an exceptional work ethic while engaging others with courage and providing excellent client service from start to finish!
In this episode, you will find out more details about Saša’s background and how he decided to join Student Works as a painter.
Saša will share the lessons he got from his experience as a painter and then as a production manager at Student Works.
He will talk about the importance of challenging yourself and stepping outside of your comfort zone and what he does to take his business to another level.
You will also learn about Saša’s challenges during Covid time and how he overcame them.
He will also reveal his goals for the next season and much more.
Join Chris and Saša for another conversation about the Student Works Management program and the value that it is creating!
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| 275 | Luke Fenn and Devon Thomson | Inside Student Works Management Program PART 1 | 19 Apr 2022 | 00:47:36 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris chats with Luke Fenn and Devon Thomson, business coaches at the Student Works Management Program. They will go deep into the details of the program, so the young leaders can have a complete and detailed understanding.
You will find out what veteran launches are and what is the process around them, as well as more details about the rookie launches and what's different about getting rookies started in the program.
Luke and Devon will discuss the great power of habits and how to create good habits that lead to success.
They will also reveal the most important question all leaders should ask themselves in order to succeed.
You will learn why it is important to identify the values that are key for people who join the program and what is the role of the coach at the Student Works Management.
You will discover what is a predictive index and how is this tool used inside the program, what is an elevator pitch and how it is used and much more
Join Chris and his guests as they dive into some of the most important processes and strategies of the Student Works Management Program. Enjoy!
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| 274 | David Salerno | The Mindset Shift You Need to Take To Become a Great Leader | 12 Apr 2022 | 00:41:37 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris chats with David Salerno, one of our early alumni from 1992.
Today, David is the Founder & President of Solpak, a business that provides food packaging and delivery solutions to over 500 meal delivery companies, caterers, meals-on-wheels, senior living facilities, restaurants, food retailers, and non-profit organizations.
Additionally, David started a business two years ago focused on mentoring, and helping other entrepreneurs develop their companies.
In this episode, you will find out who David was before he started our program and what made him join it.
He will share the mistakes he made in his first year in the program and the great lessons he learned from them.
You will find out what he did after he left the program and how this experience helped him find new opportunities.
David will talk about his experience as a Supervisor, Market Research interviewer at Canadian Facts and also about being a Team Lead Manager at Fido Solutions / Rogers Wireless.
He will share how he started Solpack and what the company is doing today as well as what is the Sherpa project and how it helps other entrepreneurs develop their businesses.
You will also find out what is the mindset shift you need to take and the key habits that can help you become a great leader.
Join Chris and David for another success story of one of our earlier alumni, to find out how the Student Works Management program can help you become a successful entrepreneur. What You Will Learn In This Show:
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| 273 | Mike Bignold | Start Opening Your Mind To What You Can Become | 05 Apr 2022 | 00:56:21 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris chats with Mike Bignold, one of our Student Works West alumni, who is running a really fast growing tech company called Cost Certified. He has a really amazing story of how he started a contracting services business after he left Student Works, and developed software as a way to run that business.
You will find out who Mike was before joining the Student Works Management Program and how this experience changed him as a person.
You will also discover the most important skills and lessons Mike learned from Student Works and is still using to this day.
He will share what he did right after he moved from Student Works and how he started his first business.
He will talk about how he developed a software to help him run his business as well as how he founded CostCertified and the challenges he had to overcome in his journey to success.
Mike will also reveal the habits and the most important traits a successful entrepreneur should have and much more.
Join Chris and Mike for a special episode about what it takes to achieve your dreams and become a successful young entrepreneur.
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| 272 | The Coaching Habit - A Discussion | 30 Mar 2022 | 01:11:34 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris chats with seven young leaders about a book that has literally transformed the coaching community and made an enormous difference selling millions and millions of copies: “The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever” by Michael Bungay Stanier
They will discuss the main points of the book as well as the most important takeaways they received from it.
You will find out why it is so important for a young manager to learn how to be a good coach and also why a good leader should spend more time listening and asking questions then talking.
You will discover what are the 7 questions from the Coaching Habit, how they can make a real difference and how each of the leaders in this show uses them.
You will learn how good habits can propel you to success and some effective techniques that can help you form new habits.
Chris and his guests will also discuss the two types of coaching that are presented in the book and what each of them means. Plus, they will also reveal the advantage of talking about an experience versus giving advice.
Join Chris and his guests for a special episode about the art of coaching and a book that made a huge difference in this field!
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| 271 | Karl Gartly | A Believer in the Art of the Possible | 22 Mar 2022 | 01:05:38 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris chats with Karl Gartly, a successful entrepreneur, challenger salesperson and executive advisor who started his journey in the business world with the Student Works Management Program back in 1999
While still in the program, Karl started Deco Windshield Repair and he grew that company to 225 locations with a Student Works style.
In 2013 he founded Zayfti, an app that engages workers in workplace safety and promotes a culture of self-motivation, self-preservation, and accountability. He sold that company in 2017 and he took on the role of Director of Product at Spira Data Corp. Most recently, Karl and his partners created a new company where they are developing a really cool new software program.
In this episode, you will find out who Karl Gartly was before joining the Student Works Management Program and how this experience impacted his life and career.
You will also learn more about his experience as a Chief Talent Officer at Deco Windshield Repair after he left Student Works.
Karl will share on Zayfti, he will talk about the mindset behind making the decision of selling your own business and the different ways of exiting a business.
He will explain what his new business is and how they plan to make a difference with the new software.
In addition, Karl will reveal some of his biggest mistakes and failures and the lessons he learned from them and he will also talk about the key habits a successful entrepreneur should have.
Join Chris and Karl for an amazing conversation about what it truly takes to be a successful entrepreneur.
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| 270 | Douglas Garcia | Born To Be An Entrepreneur | 13 Mar 2022 | 00:51:45 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris chats with Douglas Garcia, another leadership guru who started his journey to success with the Student Works Management Programs years ago.
Douglas was a top performer in our program, and over the last 20 years, he has jumped through many businesses and different unique opportunities. Today he runs Rivetly Inc. a company that aims to turn HR professionals into recognition ninjas who can move the needle for their companies. He is also the host of the “Everyday Leadership Podcast”.
As he shares his incredible story, Doug will reveal who he was before he joined Student Works, what he took away from the program and how these lessons impacted his career and life.
He will also talk about the power of knocking on doors and learning how to get your message heard.
You will discover what is the biggest challenge entrepreneurs encounter on their way to success.
You will learn about Doug’s experience as a Director of Corporate Sales and President of Preferred One.
You will also find out the story of Rivetly, Doug’s company, and how it aspires to change the world.
Doug will talk about what it means to have a leadership mindset, the most effective way to gain your team members' trust and much more.
Join Chris and Douglas for an insightful conversation about leadership and what it really takes to be a successful entrepreneur.
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| 269 | Joël Fortin-Dominguez | Real Estate Career | 08 Mar 2022 | 00:49:11 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris chats with Joël Fortin-Dominguez, a recent graduate of our program. Joël was one of our operators of the year back in 2015 - 2016 and he has an amazing story of accomplishment, followed by a huge setback before achieving great success in the real estate market.
Joël will share his personal story, who he was before he joined Student Works, the important lessons he learned in this program and the huge impact it had on his career and life.
He will talk about the next step he took in his career after leaving Student Works, how he went from great success to a huge setback, and the lessons he took from these experiences.
You will find out how Joël got into the real estate business and the secret keys to his great success. You will also discover some of Joël’s strategies for finding properties to buy.. Joël will talk about the importance of coaching and mentorship in business, he will reveal the most important qualities and key habits a leader needs to have and much more. Join Chris and Joël for an insightful conversation full of great advice for young entrepreneurs looking to become great leaders.
Enjoy!
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| 268 | Dan Fanaberia | From Hollywood to the Business World | 01 Mar 2022 | 00:47:39 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris chats with Daniel Fanaberia, one of the “Operators of the Year” at the Student Works Management Program. Dan graduated from Ivey Business School at Western University, but decided to follow an artistic path and became an actor for 8 years. After his Hollywood experience, Dan returned to the business world and developed a fantastic sales career within a short period of time.
As he shares his story, Dan will discuss who he was before he joined Student Works and the important lessons he learned in this program.
He will also talk about his experience with Landmark Worldwide and how it helped him discover his artistic skills.
You will discover what led him to pursue a career in art after graduating from Ivey, and what he learned from his experience at Hollywood.
He will talk about supply and demand curves in his career at Hollywood and the reasons he decided to leave.
You'll learn how Dan shifted from the artistic world to the business world and built an unbelievable sales career in a short time.
Dan will also reveal the number #1 thing successful individuals have in common and the two key factors you need to make an impact in the world
Join Chris and Dan as they dive into a fascinating conversation about success, finding your true calling, and learning from life and career experiences.
Enjoy!
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| 267 | Kent Thornhill | How Student Works Can Change a Young Man’s Life and Set Him Up For Success | 22 Feb 2022 | 00:40:55 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris chats with Kent Thornhill, one of the top-performing window cleaning operators in the Student Works Program. He did about $126,000 with the business in his third year and now, at the beginning of his fourth year, he's already got $60,000 booked. Kent will share his personal story, who he was before joining the program and how it changed his life and mindset. He will talk about his first year in the program and the biggest takeaways he took from that experience. You will also find out how Kent managed to transform and grow his business in his second and third year. Kent will reveal some of the lessons he took from the Covid year and some of the biggest secrets to achieving huge business goals. You will discover what are Kent’s goals for this year and how he plans to achieve them. Kent will also share two important habits that helped him thrive both professionally and personally and he will also talk about the benefits of practicing gratitude regularly. Join Chris and Kent as they dive into a fascinating conversation about how the Student Work program can change a young man’s life both personally and professionally. Enjoy! What You Will Learn In This Show:
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| 374 | David Young | How to Transform Your Mindset for Business Success | 18 Jun 2024 | 00:42:07 | |
Ever wondered what it takes to transform your mindset and hit unprecedented business goals? In today’s episode, I sit down with David Young, a standout performer in our program. David's journey from a complacent start to achieving over $200K in revenue this year is really inspiring.
In this episode, we explore how David overcame low integrity and bad habits to reach new heights in his business. We discuss the pivotal mindset shifts and strategies that fueled his success.
David shares his experiences dealing with anxiety, self-doubt, and the importance of maintaining integrity. He shares techniques for turning low points into growth opportunities, he dives into the importance of constant improvement and learning in business, and much more.
Curious about the secrets behind David's turnaround? Want to learn how he stays motivated and leads his team to success? Tune in to hear his actionable insights and personal stories that can help you elevate your performance!
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| 266 | Norrie Sheng | Success and Failure: How To Learn Fundamental Lessons From Both | 15 Feb 2022 | 00:55:06 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris chats with Norrie Shang, an ambitious young leader who doesn't want to trade his time for money. Although he could work for important companies, he is choosing the path of entrepreneurship, despite the challenges he had to face.
Norrie will share a little of his background and who he was before joining the Student Works Management Program.
He will also talk about the lessons he took from the program and how he applied those in his career and life.
You will also find out about Norrie's experience as a product analyst and product manager at Oracle NetSuite. He will also share the reasons why he left the company to join a startup.
Norrie will talk about the incredible growth he had with this company from 10,000 units to 3 million a month and the challenges he had to face.
He will also share the takeaways he took from the huge setback that followed his success.
You will also discover what are the fundamentals that make all the difference in any type of business and the number #1 secret to experiencing rapid growth in your business.
Join Chris and Norrie as they dive into a fascinating conversation about success and failure and how an authentic leader can learn fundamental lessons from both.
Enjoy!
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| 265 | Paul Kuepfer | How Student Works Can Open Your Door to a Successful Career | 08 Feb 2022 | 00:46:43 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris chats with Paul Kuepfer, long-time alumni with 30 years of executive experience, specializing in entrepreneurial sales and marketing leadership. He had multiple roles as Managing Director, Vice President of Sales Management Consultant in the technology industry.
Paul will share his personal story, who he was before Student Works, how he got into the program 20 years ago, and the important lessons he took from this experience.
He will reveal the important decisions that he made to develop a successful career and what made him choose the tech industry.
You will discover what starting a company means and how long it takes to make it successful.
Paul will also share the number #1 secret to maintaining customer engagement and what you should do to get prestigious references for your business.
He will also talk about his experience with working overseas and the great lessons he took from travelling and working with people from different cultures.
Join Chris and Paul as they dive into a fascinating conversation about how Student Works can open your way to a successful career.
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| 264 | Alim Bhanji | From Student Works to Rogers Sports & Media | 01 Feb 2022 | 00:42:16 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris chats with Alim Bhanji, an amazing young leader whose journey to success started at 18 years old when he joined the Student Works Management Program. After graduating Ivey Business School at Western University, Alim worked as a consultant for some important companies and today he is the Chief of Staff at Rogers Sports & Media.
A fantastically wise person, Alim is going to share some of the biggest takeaways and lessons he learned from his experience with the program.
You will find out who Alim was before Student Works and how the program changed him not only on a professional level but also on a personal level.
He will share how his experience at Student Works made a difference when he went to Ivey Business School and how it helped him get into business consulting.
You will find out how Alim started to work for Rogers Sports & Media and what are the skills that helped him become the Chief of Staff at this company.
Alim will also reveal 3 key habits and the most important trait a leader should have. Plus, he will share a great tip for maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Join Chris and Alim as they dive deep into a fascinating conversation that will inspire you to create the future you deserve.
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| 263 | Mackenzie Mercier | A Record-Breaking Operator | 25 Jan 2022 | 00:44:09 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris sits down for a chat with Mackenzie Mercier, one of the top alumni of the Student Works Management Program, who did $603,000 worth of business in his final year.
You will find it interesting how the first year in the program changed Mack’s life and mindset and how his business started to double and grow each and every year.
Mack will reveal a unique ability that you need to have in order to be successful in your business and some efficient systems and processes he applied in order to grow his business.
You will also discover when Mack’s business vision became clearer and how he managed to create a great reputation.
Join Chris and Mack as they have an inspiring conversation about the great benefits of the Student Works Management Program.
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| 262 | Paul Baluch | From Student Works to Shack Shine: How To Scale Your Business Through People | 18 Jan 2022 | 00:55:55 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris chats with Paul Baluch, the Head of Franchise Operations at Shack Shine and O2E Brands, companies that transform ordinary home services into exceptional experiences. He spent eight years with Student Works West, as a franchisee operator, a hyper-successful top-performing Business Coach, District Manager and General Manager.
You’ll learn who Paul Baluch was before his experience with Student Works and the great wisdom that Paul learned from the values his parents provided him.
You’ll discover what Paul took away from his experience with Student Works and how he is using what he learned there in running his own business.
He will talk about his experience with Shack Shine and O2E Brands and his passion for helping young entrepreneurs grow their business.
Paul will reveal the number #1 secret that makes Shack Shine a great company and a great working place and his unique vision about competition in the business environment
You will also find out the reasons why it is very important to focus on systems and processes in order to be successful and profitable.
Join Chris and Paul as they have a fascinating conversation about success, passions, working with customer service, giving back by coaching other people and much more.
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Resources: 203 | Brian Scudamore | Creating Exceptional Brands – How I Built My College Side Hustle Into a Multi-Million Dollar Business | |||
| 261 | Jason Shuttleworth | Keys to Running A $100M Plastic Packaging Business | 04 Jan 2022 | 00:59:45 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris chats with Jason Shuttleworth, a former alumni and operator / business coach for the program, who now runs a $100 million plus plastic packaging business with products in every Walmart around the world.
You'll learn a little of Jason's sports background as well as his time as an operator and a longtime business coach in the program.
You'll discover how persistence, relationship building and commitment helped him build his business
You'll also learn some of the amazing ways Jason celebrates with his customers around the world.
Join Chris and Jason for this fascinating discussion.
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| 260 | Chris Thomson | 2021 Podcast Year Wrap-Up | 14 Dec 2021 | 00:16:06 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris offers up some thoughts on the season just ending. It's been an exciting year, and 2022 looks as if it will continue to offer exciting opportunities for success.
You'll learn about some of the growth the Leaders of Tomorrow podcast has seen in the last year.
You'll discover some hints at the new guests that will be featured in the 2022 season.
You'll also learn about the program's "big scary goal" for the future, and why it's important to aim high.
Join Chris as he breaks down some of his favorite episodes and looks to the future to understand where tomorrow's leaders will be taking us.
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| 259 | Derek Panzer | RBM ConMed and Startup Business Alumni | 07 Dec 2021 | 01:03:30 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris chats with Derek Panzer, Regional Business Manager for the Ontario and Manitoba regions for ConMed and alumni of the Student Works program.
You'll learn about Derek's background, from his early days as a competitive hockey player who dreamed of an NHL career to an eventual shift to business in college and then the program as a painter.
You'll discover his journey from sales at Xerox through the technology path and into medical sales with ConMed.
You'll also learn about Derek's current work founding a sustainable, vertical agricultural company in London, Ontario.
Join Chris and Derek as they discuss the fascinating subject of selling in the medical technology space, and the insights he's gained.
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| 257 | Matt Young | Patience and an Open Mind: Keys to Success | 23 Nov 2021 | 00:38:16 | |
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris chats with Matt Young, a Queen's University graduate and rookie operator who sold over $350,000 in 2020 and who is returning this year again as an operator in the Muskoka area.
You'll learn how. prior to joining the program, Matt was just a "lost university student" looking to do more with his time.
You'll discover how to be a motivated, energetic leader, and the effect it can have on your business results.
You'll also learn How you can become inspired and motivated in your business, no matter what work you're doing.
Join Chris and Matt as they discuss these topics and much more.
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| 256 | Victoria Landreville | The Empowerment on the Other Side of Fear | 16 Nov 2021 | 00:50:08 | |
You never know who you'll meet at a wedding. A couple of weekends ago your host, Chris Thompson attended a wedding of two former Student Works business coaches, Andrew Solomon and Audrey Chainey While there, he had a fantastic conversation with an ambitious young leader - a conversation that has led to her being this week's guest!
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, (https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/leaders-of-tomorrow-podcast/id1448651718) Chris chats with Victoria Landreville about her background, her experience with the College Works program, and the power of facing her fears.
You'll learn about Victoria's busy and ambitious early life, and how she found, even through school, the world of work was offering her few challenges.
You'll discover some of the challenges, hard-won but deeply valuable lessons, and amazing people she's encountered as part of the Student Works Management program.
You'll also learn how she challenged herself, for one year, to create weekly YouTube videos about overcoming her fears and then develop that as a business.
Join Chris and Victoria as they discuss these topics and much more.
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| 373 | Juliana Keefler-Johnson | Networking for Success: Building Strong Relationships in Sales | 11 Jun 2024 | 00:48:08 | |
Have you ever wondered how early career experiences shape future success? In this episode, I sit down with Juliana Keefler-Johnson, one of our alumni, who is now a remarkable sales manager.
During the episode, Juliana shares her journey from being a university student at McGill University to becoming a top performer in the corporate world. She talks about her early transformative experience with Student Works and the important role it played in her career.
Juliana delves into the lessons she carried forward from Student Works into her professional career, highlighting the significance of sales skills and the power of networking. We also explore her diverse roles in various companies, including her challenging, yet rewarding experiences in sales and management.
Juliana also shares her thoughts on vulnerability, gratitude, and the future of leadership, and talks about her approach to leadership, the obstacles she faced, and how she overcame them.
This conversation is packed with insights and inspiration for anyone looking to grow as a leader and professional. Enjoy!
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| 255 | Michael Sutton | Opportunities Are Everywhere For Those Who Look | 09 Nov 2021 | 01:01:57 | |
It's well known that great businesses often grow out of underserved industries or sectors with little competition. The barbecue cleaning business was one such area, as today's guest discovered.
In today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow, Chris chats with Michael Sutton, a young entrepreneur that saw an opportunity when his parents had a poor (and expensive) experience having their barbecue cleaned.
You'll discover how Michael's research revealed that there was little to no competition in his area for BBQ cleaning services, and those that did exist were either too expensive or unwilling to even provide a quote.
You'll learn why having a partner to share ideas with, especially in the early days of a business, can be an extremely valuable resource.
You'll discover how Michael and his partner developed their roles as they went along, working out their strengths and weaknesses and then focusing their efforts in the areas where they excelled.
You'll also learn some of the challenges BBQ Boys faced when they decided to shift from an employee business model to an independent contractor model.
Join Chris and Michael as they explore the factors that led to his growing business, and what this young entrepreneur has planned for the future.
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| 254 | StartUp - Wilfrid Laurier University Presentation | 02 Nov 2021 | 01:03:55 | |
Today's episode of Leaders of Tomorrow is a very special one. We're featuring a talk Chris did at Wilfrid Laurier University for the entrepreneurs of tomorrow.
His fascinating and wide-ranging talk covers important topics such as:
There's even a Q&A session at the end that provides answers to many of the participant's burning questions!
This is a special episode you want to miss!
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| 253 | John Warrillow | Entrepreneurship Wisdom and Learning From Past Mistakes | 26 Oct 2021 | 01:07:57 | |
On today’s show, we interview John Warrillow, Founderof The Value Builder System™ who shares with us some entrepreneurial wisdom so that you can learn from the mistakes of your peers and make strategic moves that truly take you forward. John always had the entrepreneurial streak within him, and so he left Queens University early so that he could pursue his dreams. And he soon realized that he had to start off at the bottom of the ladder. And so, John started working for a radio station in Sudbury. This stint of his was cut short when his bosses did not entertain his idea about starting a show for entrepreneurs. So, like any sane person, John quit his job and decided to produce the show on his own. Fortunately for him, this proved to be the right decision as John ended up interviewing different entrepreneurs for 3 years, and learnt a lot along the way. In 1997, John started the Warrillow Subscriber Network, an advisory for SME enterprises before going to become a sought-after speaker and author. On today’s show, John shares some interesting case studies that reveal how you can avoid some common mistakes that entrepreneurs make on a routine basis. Specifically, you will learn how to increase enterprise valuations, the importance of value over top-line, and expert negotiation strategies in today’s show. Tune in now! What You Will Learn In This Show
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| 252 | Louis Sabourin | Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone | 19 Oct 2021 | 00:29:26 | |
On today’s show, we interview Louis Sabourin who shares with us his distilled wisdom on commitment, empathy, and building a dream team. Growing up, Louis was extremely shy. But at the same time, he was eager to evolve and work on his personality. So, when he came across Student Works, he was quick to realize that this was the solution that he was looking for. Student Works proved to be everything that Louis had hoped for and more. You will learn how he went on to be one of the top performers for two summers in this segment of the show. Louis talks about running a business during covid, building a dream team, and the importance of empathetic leadership. If you are looking for a meaningful and transformational internship experience, this show will be particularly interesting to you. Do not miss! What You Will Learn In This Show
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| 251 | Michael Morse | How I Built My $500 Million Wealth Management Practice from Scratch | 12 Oct 2021 | 00:57:47 | |
On today’s show, we interview Michael Morse who shares with us his thoughts on perseverance, financial freedom, and cultivating lifelong professional relationships. Growing up, Michael was always keen to do things on his own. So, naturally, he was excited when the Student Works opportunity came along. In this segment of the show, Michael shares how he made the same mistake that many people make. Many students discard the Student Works model as being too “simplistic” and “unprofessional”. Whereas, in reality, it is anything but that. You will learn how Student Works helped Michael build strong foundational skills that set the tone for an incredibly successful career ahead. Upon graduation, Michael decided to join Scotia Wealth Management since it was a small firm with incredible growth opportunities. You will learn how Michael made 10,000 cold calls in this first year. And how he and his team have since grown their business by leaps and bounds. As of now, Michael’s firm manages $500 million for more than 200 families. You do not want Michael’s definition of financial freedom. And the animated discussion on how to build a healthy attitude towards money. Enjoy! What You Will Learn In This Show
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| 250 | The Power of Questions | 05 Oct 2021 | 00:18:19 | |
Today’s short but inspirational show is about the power of asking the right questions. Student Works Painting is all set to recruit 300 operators in the coming season. And so, with the team massively growing in size, leadership and management have become more important than ever. On today’s show, Chris shares the seven questions that we, at Student Works Painting, ask every operator during our weekly coaching conversation. These seven questions are guaranteed to ignite a process of self-discovery so that you can tackle all the challenges preventing you from becoming the person you want to become. Do not miss this one! What You Will Learn In This Show
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| 248 | Eric Janssen | How to Be Great at Selling | 21 Sep 2021 | 01:01:22 | |
On today’s show, we interview Eric Janssen, faculty, Ivey Business School at Western University who shares with us his distilled wisdom on the art of selling, the power of story-telling, and tips for achieving a good work-life balance. After graduating from the Ivey School of Business, Eric continued as a lecturer with the same school for three years. But in 2008, Eric decided to venture into the corporate world. As the Director of Strategy and Business Development at Mobiroo, Eric helped grow this nascent business which enables telecom operators to distribute top content. He went on to work in Wrapp and Intellitix – both technology companies in creative niches. Particularly, Eric talks at length about his work at Intellitix, and how their game-changing technology helped event organizers improve profitability and enhance the overall experience. Alongside, Eric also went on to invest in various path-breaking start-ups including a brewing company and an online education company. In 2018, Eric decided to transition back to teaching by coming back to the Ivey Business School. He shares his research-oriented teaching approach, and why he has chosen to teach sales – a grossly-neglected subject. He also talks about the importance of maintaining a good work life balance in this segment of the show. Do not miss this one! What You Will Learn In This Show
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| 247 | Angela Lister | Shedding Your Ego, Working Strategically, and Gaining Maximum Momentum | 14 Sep 2021 | 00:35:57 | |
Is your ego preventing you from working to your full potential? On today’s show, we talk with Angela Lister who shares with us her thoughts on shedding your ego, continuous learning, and the importance of surrounding yourself with great mentors. In her first year as a student painter, admittedly, Angela was working with a chip on her shoulder. While she undoubtedly worked really hard, she channelled her energies incorrectly and refused to take the help of her mentors and accountability partners. And, as a result, she ended her first year with lukewarm success. Having learnt her lesson, Angela changed her approach dramatically in her second year. In her second year, Angela decided to lean heavily on her accountability partners. In this segment of the show, you will learn how Angela managed to complete an extremely difficult project (and her largest) just because she had a strong support system. We wrap up this show by sharing some of the most important attributes that you are likely to find in a leader of tomorrow. Do not miss this one!
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| 246 | Ed Buset | The Biggest Things that Helped Me Build a $40 Million Contracting Business | 07 Sep 2021 | 00:57:23 | |
On today’s show, we interview Ed Buset of New City Contracting who shares with us how he transitioned from being a student painter to running a $40 million construction business. Born to first-generation immigrants, Ed shares that he was born in a typical, hard-working Italian family. So, he grew up working odd jobs and quickly understanding the value of money. Getting the Student Works internship helped him learn important foundational lessons in communication and cooperation – which helped him grow and scale his contracting business. One of the main themes that we touch upon in today’s show is the importance of running a systemized and disciplined business. As someone who works in the contracting space, Ed gives us a peek into his business philosophy which has catapulted him ahead of the competition. He also shares the importance of always completing a project – on schedule in this segment of the show. Getting ISO has further helped Ed and his team run their operations in a systemized manner. Other topics discussed on today’s show include the importance of diversity and continuous learning. This is a show you do not want to miss. Enjoy!
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| 245 | How to Think About Your Career? | 31 Aug 2021 | 00:17:13 | |
On today’s show, Chris shares how you can make smart career decisions that truly catapult you ahead. You will learn the importance of making smart and insightful decisions as you step into professional life. If you are not thinking about your choices, you will end up working in the wrong field – which will eventually lead to frustration and poor or at the best, average results. And so much more…
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| 372 | Griffin Betts | How To Overcome Personal Challenges And Achieve Business Success | 04 Jun 2024 | 00:42:26 | |
In today’s episode of the Leaders of Tomorrow podcast, Chris Thompson interviews Griffin Betts, a standout Student Works operator, to share his incredible experience in our program.
Griffin reveals the pivotal moments that led him to join Student Works and how this decision dramatically changed his career path. He discusses his transformation from a directionless student to a thriving entrepreneur.
Griffin opens up about his first summer with Student Works, detailing the challenges and triumphs he faced as a complete novice in the business world. His stories highlight the importance of building a strong team culture and setting high personal standards.
Griffin's commitment and the lessons he learned along the way provide valuable insights for anyone looking to succeed in our program.
The conversation also delves into Griffin's personal growth, including overcoming peer pressure and bad habits, and his dedication to self-improvement. He shares how these changes have not only impacted his business but also his personal life and relationships.
Tune in to hear Griffin's inspiring story and learn how you can apply his insights to your own entrepreneurial journey!
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| 244 | Matthew Eidinger | How to Successfully Venture Outside Your Comfort Zone | 24 Aug 2021 | 01:02:17 | |
What are some key attributes that will catapult you ahead of the competition? On today’s show, we interview Matthew Eidinger who shares with us his thoughts on time management, goal-setting, and venturing outside your comfort zone. Matthew was initially attracted to the Student Works internship because he saw it as an opportunity to develop several transferable and foundational skill-sets – namely, marketing, sales, and production management. And, as an introvert, Matthew was keen on developing these skill-sets that he knew would help him through the course of his career. Additionally, on today’s show, he also shares with us the work that he did as the President of McGill Political Science Students Association. Apart from Student Works, this experience helped Mathew evolve into a dynamic leader capable of moving the needle forward. Upon graduation from McGill, Matthew was working towards his goal of becoming a lawyer. But he decided to pivot after landing his dream job with Cambridge Global Payments, a boutique foreign exchange broker. You will get some interesting insights into Matthew’s role and responsibilities in this segment of the show. Currently, Matthew is also pursuing his Masters in Finance at the London School of Business. This is a show you do not want to miss. Enjoy! What You Will Learn In This Show
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| 243 | Bill Maginas | How to Make Your Mark in The Corporate World | 17 Aug 2021 | 00:53:25 | |
On today’s show, we interview Bill Maginas who shares with us his distilled wisdom on leveraging knowledge, branding, and finding success in the corporate world. We start this show with Bill recalling his life before Student Works. Born to Greek immigrants, Bill was always entrepreneurial and had a big engine for work. And this was why he was instantly attracted to Student Works when he was in his first year in college. You will learn how a “structured approach to being an entrepreneur” can work wonders for you – the same way it worked for Bill. After graduating from Wilfrid Laurier, Bill joined Honeywell in November 1999. In his 17-year-long stint here, Bill got an opportunity to work in different countries and across a wide range of industry verticals. In 2016, Bill was appointed as the President of Johnson Controls. In his new role, Bill shares how he dramatically altered the organizational structure to improve overall efficiencies. In this segment of the show, you will also learn how to maintain your work relationships and part with your employer on a good note. Currently, as the CEO of Great Northern Insulation, Bill shares how he is leveraging knowledge and attempting to make his mark in a commoditized industry. This is a show you do not want to miss. Enjoy! What You Will Learn In This Show
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| 242 | Maddie Quirk | Shedding Your Ego and Operating a Stellar Business in 2020 | 10 Aug 2021 | 00:39:31 | |
On today’s show, we interview student painter-manager, Maddie Quirk who shares her distilled wisdom on shedding your ego, working with integrity, and why motivation is an overrated concept. Before joining Student Works, Maddie was frustrated with the management and desperately looking for an alternative. This is when she came across Student Works. In her first year as a student painter, Maddie had a difficult time, admittedly because of her “huge ego”. Her unwillingness to learn, be present, and listen to people meant that Maddie had a challenging time. But she learnt well. And in her second year as a student manager, she managed to triple her revenues and quadruple her profits. In this segment of the show, she shares how her second year is in stark contrast to her first year. Particularly, you will learn how Maddie has moved into a consulting position where she is training and grooming other painters. Other topics discussed on today’s show include the importance of working with integrity, and how Maddie operated a stellar business in the year of covid. This is a show you do not want to miss. Enjoy! What You Will Learn In This Show
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