Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond – Details, episodes & analysis

In this special edition of "Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond," the mic is handed over to Isabel Escalante, a dynamic Cornell University student and Thrive LouD intern, who takes the helm to lead a thoughtful and engaging discussion with her fellow interns: Ben Jordan, Emma Alexander, Matthew Manno, Ashley Kim, and Mihir Madhumapantula. Join them as they navigate the complexities of transitioning into adulthood and college life. The interns share their personal journeys, challenges, and triumphs as they adapt to the academic and social demands of college.

From managing the pressures of perfection in virtual interviews to embracing opportunities for networking and personal growth, this episode dives deep into how these young individuals are striving to make a difference and carve meaningful career paths. They candidly discuss the influence of technology in the hiring process, the importance of personality and enthusiasm in job applications, and the invaluable lessons learned from their internship at Thrive LouD Productions.

Listen in as each guest provides unique insights into their academic interests, career aspirations, and the transformative experiences that have shaped their professional outlook. Whether you're a current student, recent graduate, or someone reflecting on their own path, this episode offers a compelling look at the exciting and sometimes daunting journey into adulthood.

Tune in for this inspirational intern takeover—because thriving is about more than just success; it's about the journey and the growth that comes with it.

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In this power-packed episode of Thrive LouD, Lou Diamond sits down with the dynamic and audacious Anne Marie Anderson (“AMA”). Anne Marie is a three-time Emmy Award-winning broadcaster, keynote speaker, and author with over three decades of experience in sports television. From covering the Olympics and heavyweight championships to golf majors and Super Bowls, her illustrious career behind and in front of the camera is nothing short of phenomenal.

Anne Marie delves into her latest venture, authoring the empowering book "Cultivating Audacity." She opens up about her journey from overcoming rejection and doubt to becoming a leading voice in sports broadcasting and an audacity coach. Learn the true meaning of audacity, how to recalibrate your relationship with rejection, and why embracing bold risks can transform your life.

Lou and Anne Marie explore the barriers that hold us back—fear, time, money, and inner critics—and share actionable insights to overcome them. Discover the surprising gifts Anne Marie encountered while writing her book and how her unyielding spirit continues to inspire audiences everywhere.

Don't miss this engaging conversation filled with laughter, wisdom, and a few behind-the-scenes stories from Anne Marie’s extraordinary career. Tune in to get motivated and start cultivating your own audacity!

Listen, get inspired, and cultivate your own audacity with this episode of Thrive LouD!

Click the image above to grab a copy of AMA’s new book “Cultivating Audacity”

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In this insightful episode of Thrive Loud, your host Lou Diamond welcomes back the influential communication expert Stacey Hanke for her third appearance on the show.

Stacey, a hall of fame speaker known for her empowering messages on improving communication and influence, shares groundbreaking insights from her newly released book. The book, which is the culmination of four years of research, explores how influence has transformed in the hybrid work environment and provides actionable strategies for enhancing your communication skills across various platforms.

Join Lou and Stacey as they delve into the evolving dynamics of communication, addressing challenges such as virtual meeting fatigue, consistent influence across different mediums, and navigating the increased noise in work-from-home setups. They emphasize the importance of practical tips for connecting and engaging meaningfully, ensuring your influence remains elevated from "Monday to Monday."

Stacey and Lou also discuss effective leadership, the necessity of honest feedback for personal and professional growth, and the significant impact of empathetic listening. Stacey shares compelling anecdotes, including a financial company's commitment to leadership development and her personal experiences with influence in everyday interactions.

Don't miss this episode filled with valuable insights, actionable advice, and a touch of humor as Stacey Hanke and Lou Diamond explore the art of influence and effective communication.

Check out Stacey Hanke's new book available on Amazon and her website staceyhankeinc.com, and follow her on LinkedIn and Instagram for more resources.

The nine hundred and fiftieth episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond happened to fall right around the year-end holiday season.

With that Lou decided to do a very quick program on gratitude to share the many things he was thankful for this past year and what he’s very much looking forward to in 2024.

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The real folks that keep Thrive LOUD Thriving are the amazing interns from the Communication Department at Cornell University.  In this episode, the interns grab the mic and pull back the curtain to share their thoughts, ideas and suggestions about the show.

Allie Kemp, Michelle Kim, Ella Ekstrom and a special appearance by former intern Shirley Xu get  interviewed by Lou and have a very fun conversation.

Enjoy!

20 years of taking advantage of change to build strategies that make his clients' competitors jealous. Adam Pierno builds brands that relate to consumers and sell by side-stepping bullshit and finding what is meaningful.  Adam Pierno is the head of strategy at Santy as well as the founder of Instil Strategy Training.

Adam has worked with companies such as: Bona, Delta Air Lines, Domino's Pizza, Dunkin' Donuts, Harvest Snaps, Mercedes-Benz, Pocky, Verizon

His specialties are: Strategy, Branding, Consumer Research; Connecting integrated brand components in meaningful ways through Creative Direction, Digital Marketing, Media and Social.

Adam is also the author of the book Under Think It and has a fun podcast show about Food & Restaurant Marketing.

Dr. Sharon Livingston is an amazing coach and thought leader.  She is President of The Livingston Center for Professional Coaching and Co-Founder of ICCA - The International Coach Certification Alliance

She has personally interviewed over 62,000 people from all walks of life on every topic you can imagine, with perhaps the exception of Deli Sandwiches.

Has appeared on TV and radio numerous times and published in many periodicals including CBS Radio, Ramblin With Gamblin, New York Times, LA Times, Washington Post, NY Daily News, Delta Sky, Wall Street Journal, Success Magazine

Creator of Proprietary Creative Techniques for Helping Clients Attain Their Goals

Creator of IconiCards(R) system for understanding Personal Brand Archetypes.

Known for breakthroughs in Emotional Marketing.

Enjoy this fun conversation with the coach's coach!

Monique Nelson is Chair and CEO of UniWorld Group, Inc. (UWG), the longest-standing multicultural advertising agency in the world. Headquartered in Brooklyn NY with offices in Detroit, Atlanta, Memphis and Miami UWG works with numerous esteemed clients and global brands.

She is an inspiring leader not only at her company, but also with many charities, causes and groups she’s involved with within her community.

A leader, motivator and a true Thriver - listeners are certain to enjoy how Monique truly celebrates uniqueness.

Dr. James Kelley is today's global renaissance man.  He's lived all over the world and has taught, consulted, coached, lectured and motivated hundred of professionals in the roles as a professor, author, speaker and podcaster.

His book, The Crucible's Gift:5 Lessons from Authentic Leaders Who Thrive in Adversity, develops an Authentic Leadership Model, that will help you become a more authentic leader. Through the stories of 90-plus executives, you learn how these leaders use their own crucibles to become more self-aware, compassionate, relatable, and lead with integrity. 

Thrive LOUD listeners please enjoy this episode of the bow-tie wearin’, smooth talkin’ and an even smoother domed Dr. James Kelley.

Since founding Lotame in 2006, Andy Monfried has been focused on building the world’s leading data management technology. Andy led Lotame's successful ad network for several years, targeting thousands of campaigns valued at millions of dollars, all delivered and executed through the Lotame platform. In 2011 he shuttered the ad network to focus the company on its original vision: a full featured, SaaS based DMP. Under Monfried’s leadership, Lotame has grown into 100+ person company with offices in the U.S., E.U. and APAC.

An entrepreneur, leader, a spirited blogger, master connector, the father of two with an amazing wife and a huge fan of live music Andy appreciates LIFE and the spirit of Thriving LOUDLY like no other.