Discover the insights from Stephen's groundbreaking books, including "The Speed of Trust" and the recently released Wall Street Journal bestseller, "Trust & Inspire: How Truly Great Leaders Unleash Greatness in Others."

Stephen brings a wealth of practical experience, having served as the former President & CEO of the Covey Leadership Center, where he transformed the organization into the largest leadership development firm globally. As a Harvard MBA and leader of FranklinCovey’s Global Speed of Trust Practice, his expertise is unparalleled.

Key Discussion Points:

Shifting Leadership Paradigms: Explore the transformative journey from "command and control" to "trust and inspire" leadership and how it fuels increased productivity and cultivates an enriched company culture.

Cultivating Trust in the Changing Workplace: Uncover actionable strategies for leaders to build and nurture trust in dynamic and evolving work environments.

Innovation in High Trust Cultures: Learn why trust is the cornerstone of fostering a culture of excellence.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain invaluable insights into leadership excellence and trust-building from a true thought leader, Stephen M. R. Covey.

About the Host: Dave Hollenbach, your guide on the journey "From Embers to Excellence," steers the conversation towards unlocking the secrets of leadership, with a focus on achieving excellence in every aspect.

Over a 23-year career, LTC McCulloch served in various leadership roles in the Infantry and Armor branches, contributing to disaster relief efforts during Hurricane HUGO and Hurricane ANDREW. His operational deployments took him to Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Bosnia, and Kosovo, shaping his expertise in military strategy.

Following his retirement from the Army in 2009, Oak transitioned to civilian life, making a significant impact as the Associate Director at the Bay Area Food Bank during the BP oil spill. His commitment to service extended to roles as Vice Chair for Military Affairs at the Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce and as a member of the Mobile Rotary International Club.

In 2010, LTC McCulloch took on the role of Recruiting Officer for the Eagle Battalion Army ROTC program at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Over 15 years, he transformed the program, earning recognition as the top recruiting officer in 2019 out of 274 recruiters.

Beyond his achievements, Oak McCulloch is the author of "Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be," published in February 2021. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in History from Northern Illinois University and a Master of Military Arts and Science from the United States Army Command and General Staff College.

Throughout his military career, LTC McCulloch earned thirty-one military service awards, including the Bronze Star, eight Meritorious Service Medals, and the Humanitarian Service Medal. Join us in celebrating the remarkable life and accomplishments of LTC Oak McCulloch, a true leader and inspiration to many.

As an accomplished athlete, Don has conquered multiple Ironman triathlons, numerous adventure races, and countless marathons. Learn how his athletic pursuits intertwine with his mindset on pushing beyond boundaries and achieving excellence. #LeadershipExcellence #DonMannInterview #FromEmberstoExcellence #MotivationalSpeaker

Explore more about Don Mann's incredible journey on his website: http://usfrogmann.com/

Hailing from England, Steve Mellor, a former top-50 world-ranked swimmer, brings a unique blend of competitive spirit and compassion to his coaching, nurturing individuals and teams to reach unprecedented heights of success. As a husband, father, and lifelong competitor, Steve embodies the ethos of his brand, Career Competitor, fueling the fire within every individual to realize their untapped potential.

In this compelling episode of From Embers to Excellence, esteemed show host Dave Hollenbach delves into the dynamic world of high-performance coaching, unveiling the strategies and mindsets that drive individuals and organizations from mere embers to the pinnacle of excellence. Discover the essence of unlocking your true capabilities as Steve Mellor shares his invaluable wisdom, guiding you to become the career competitor you were destined to be. Don't miss this exhilarating episode as we explore the path from embers to excellence with the remarkable Steve Mellor.

Steve@careercompetitor.com or call 225-573-2262

Subscribe now to our channel for more empowering insights and leadership excellence.

#LeadershipExcellence #CareerCompetitor #FromEmberstoExcellence #SteveMellor #DaveHollenbach

With a focus on drive, self-leadership, and unwavering discipline, Nicholas McCarty shares the lessons he's learned and the challenges he's conquered in his pursuit of greatness within the fiercely competitive world of professional fighting. Discover the secrets behind what it truly means to be a leader in the realm of professional fighting and how one can maintain a steadfast commitment to excellence.

Tune in to gain invaluable insights into the mindset and principles that have propelled Nicholas McCarty toward his aspirations of one day being at the top of the MMA world. Get inspired by his resilience and determination, and learn how to apply these principles to your own life's pursuits.

Don't miss this compelling conversation on leadership excellence and the extraordinary path to success in the world of professional fighting. Hit the like button, subscribe, and turn on the notification bell to stay updated on the latest episodes of From Embers to Excellence hosted by Dave Hollenbach.

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In 2013, Bill was appointed as the Assistant Fire Chief for St. Cloud Fire Rescue and six months later he was appointed to the Fire Chief’s Position, where he took his vast experience and diverse knowledge to transform St. Cloud Fire Rescue into a modern fire rescue department.  From July 2017 until August 2022, he served as the City Manager where he oversaw a $209M budget and 755 employees of the ninth fastest growing City in the United States and the second fastest in the State of Florida. Under his leadership the city improved its strategic focus, financial position, bond rating, public safety services (emergency management, fire, EMS, and police), revitalized the downtown, established a sea plane base, rebranded the city, improved staff training and customer service.

Bill holds an associate degree in Fire Science from the Community College of the Air Force, a bachelor’s in occupational safety and Health from Columbia Southern University and a Master’s in public administration from American Public University. He is a credentialed City Manager (ICMA-CM), Certified Public Manager  and a Graduate of the Executive Fire Officer (EFO) Program at the National Fire Academy. Bill is also known for his common-sense approach to problem solving, crisis management, and strategic thinking skills.

#Leadership #Teamwork #ConflictManagement #BusinessAdvisor #ExecutiveCoaching

Joining forces with a team of expert coaches, trainers, and facilitators, Candice's successful ventures have spanned private companies, public institutions, non-profit organizations, and governmental agencies across diverse industries like entertainment, education, medical, legal, financial, manufacturing, and professional services.

#BusinessConsulting #CommunicationExpert #TeamDynamics #IndustryExperience

Candice's expertise in Counseling and her accreditation as a Board-Certified Executive Coach have earned her recognition as a sought-after keynote speaker and a prolific writer. Her insights on Leadership, Communication, and Team Dynamics have captivated audiences worldwide.

#KeynoteSpeaker #PublishedAuthor #ForbesCoachesCouncil

Candice's thought-provoking contributions to Forbes Coaches Council and her features in Business Insider and other mainstream publications attest to her profound understanding of leadership principles and team dynamics.

#ForbesContributor #BusinessInsider #MainstreamPublications

Moreover, we delve into Candice's newly published book, "Find, Fix, Fill Your Leadership Gap," where she masterfully employs real-life stories to illuminate key lessons in trust-building, role clarity, and effective conflict management for leaders of all types.

#BookRelease #LeadershipLessons #ConflictResolution #TrustBuilding

Tune in to this episode of "From Embers to Excellence" to gain invaluable insights from Candice Gottlieb-Clark on transforming your business, fostering exceptional leadership, and nurturing high-performing teams.

#PodcastInterview #LeadershipTips #BusinessGrowth #HighPerformanceTeams

You can find more information about Candice at her website: https://dynamicteamsolutions.org/

See her speak here and here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aB0cKtHFoIU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3o0BlqQtTdU

Check out her author website and learn more about the book here:

https://candicegottliebclark.com/

https://tinyurl.com/FindFixFillBook

Terry Brock brings a passion for technology, a sense of history, and real-world business strategies for success to your event, whether it is in-person or virtual.

Terry continues to bring this knowledge to his audiences when speaking and sharing state-of-the-art ideas applied with fun, entertainment, and powerful applications.

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To learn more about Dr. Josh visit: https://drjosh.com/

Since 1999, Chief Freddie has specialized in test preparation courses for entry and promotional level public-safety candidates. He’s facilitated, prepared and assessed hundreds of examinations, conducting seminars and private training sessions for all ranks.

To connect with Chief Freddie Fernandez or to learn more about the courses that he provides, visit the following links:

https://www.fireassessmentcenterprep.com/

https://www.facebook.com/FireAssessmentCenterPrep/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiCoJql6gw_KGQ7ZIS4fHfQ

https://www.chipnightingale.com/

“Ceasefire: Finding Peace When All You See is Conflict”

To learn more or to connect, visit Sonal’s website: https://nayacare.org/

His book, “The Road Ahead and Miles Behind: A Story of Healing and Redemption Between Father and Son” chronicles the story of a cross-country road trip taken during the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic with one of the darkest shadows of his past, his relationship with his father.

His journey of service and writing has been featured in the San Jose Mercury, Huffington Post Live, and Conscious Magazine.

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https://www.liveyourtruth.media/

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

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https://extmanpodcast.com/

Phil’s podcast, Stories From the Road, began as an idea for a book that morphed into a podcast. “We see so many unusual things as first responders, and I thought the public might want an insider’s glimpse into our world,” said Klein. “After the first couple of podcast recordings, it was clear the podcast was headed in a different direction. We’ve lost so many good people to suicide that it was natural for guests to talk about the PTSD that goes along with being a first responder.” The podcast’s guests frequently address the cumulative stress and mental health battles first responders face every day.

“This isn’t a ‘worst call of my career’ podcast. It’s finding common ground, sharing stories, and talking about the situations we encounter and their impact on mental health,” said Klein. Podcast guests include firefighters, paramedics, police officers, and others who work or worked in public service. Stories cover critical calls, life changing events, and the effects each has on first responders. To learn more about the podcast or to share a story from the road, visit https://www.storiesfromtheroadpodcast.com/

To learn more about Dr. Silber check out these links:

https://thepbtinstitute.com/    

Watch Dr. Debi’s Recent TEDx Talks!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iyqOR69dHiU  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XX30i6nC7ro  

Do you have Post Betrayal Syndrome?

Take the Quiz: https://thepbtinstitute.com/quiz/

However, Dr. Andrisse's story takes a turn when a mentor recognized his hard work and determination and took him under his wing. Since then, Dr. Andrisse has made it his mission to help other inmates take the same path to success. He founded the non-profit organization "From Prison Cells to Ph.D." and is a board member of the Formerly Incarcerated College Graduates Network (FICGN).

Dr. Andrisse also shares the personal story that led him to a career in endocrinology and researching diabetes. His passion for helping others, combined with his professional expertise, has earned him several service commitments, including being a youth mentor, motivational speaker, and community activist.

Tune in to learn about how STEM-OPS chose Dr. Andrisse's non-profit to grant a 5-year, $5.2 million award and how he has dedicated his life to leadership excellence and making a positive impact on his community. Do not miss this captivating interview with a true trailblazer in science and social justice!

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Having started her first business at 19, Laura began to search for her next big project in 2012, finally finding it right on the cusp of retirement. While Laura’s career had been speckled with accomplishments and accolades, when she retired, she was simply burnt out and unhappy. After years of classes, workshops, books, and more, Laura was confused and wondering why the personal development world had let her down and sought to solve the problem. She went on a radical journey of self-discovery, research, and testing, determined to find energy and lasting, fulfilling happiness in all areas of life.

Laura found the answers to the question that plagued her (and so many of us) – six of them, in fact. She is devoted to sharing the universally applicable and deeply liberating truths she discovered, so that others may find their own path out of misery and into lasting, fulfilling happiness and limitless possibility.

Laura DiBenedetto Links

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lauraldibenedetto/

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lauraldibenedetto/

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lldibenedetto/

Website 1: https://lauradibenedetto.com/

Website 2: https://www.thesixhabits.com/

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Seth is the author of "The AI-Powered Enterprise," a book that was released in April 2020, and went on to receive the Axiom Business Book Silver Medal in the Artificial Intelligence / Robotics / Algorithms category in 2021.

In this insightful interview, Seth shares his expertise in achieving higher levels of operating performance by making information more findable, usable, and valuable through integrated enterprise architectures supporting analytics, e-commerce, and customer experience applications.

Seth's writing has appeared in prestigious publications such as IT Professional Magazine from the IEEE, Harvard Business Review, CMS Wire, CEO World, TechTarget, eCommerce Times, and Analytics Magazine, and he co-authored “Practical Knowledge Management” from IBM Press.

Tune in to this episode to learn from a true expert in the field of leadership excellence and gain valuable insights into how to make your enterprise more efficient and effective through the power of AI.

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Roy is not just a successful business leader, he is also a blogger, content marketer and mentor to young professionals. He is the author of the popular no-nonsense book series 'Be Different or be dead', with 'The Audacious Unheard-of Ways I took a Startup to A BILLION IN SALES' as his seventh.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and advice from one of the industry's leading experts on leadership excellence. Tune in now!

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Learn more at https://teambuildingprocess.com/ or https://silverconsultinginc.com/

His work is focused around what he calls ‘Core Presence' - a deep grounding in our bodies, a conscious and inclusive relationship to our emotions, a rebalancing of left and right brain, and meditative practice. From this, the biggest expansions of consciousness take place, both in an individual and a group, which then allow us to align with the highest evolutionary intelligence.

As a consultant, Janni mentors CEOs and senior leadership teams worldwide on reaching advanced levels of consciousness and effectiveness. He also teaches at the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School and the IMD Business School in Switzerland.

https://www.nicholasjanni.com/

Bryan's approach is pragmatic and he brings firsthand experience having managed teams of 2 to 270 people and multi-million-dollar projects. He's not afraid to roll up his sleeves and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Bryan is also a dedicated endurance athlete, having completed many long-distance cycling or running events including cycling across the United States, cycling 300 miles in 24 hours, and running 200 miles around Lake Tahoe in 76 hours.

In this episode, Bryan will share his leadership excellence examples and insights on how to reach your peak performance, drawing from his own experiences and those of over 100 CEOs, CxOs, founders, and endurance athletes. He will also discuss his upcoming book, 'EPIC Performance: Lessons from 100 Executives and Endurance Athletes on Reaching Your Peak', which will be published Summer 2022. Tune in to hear Bryan's valuable insights and tips on how to take your leadership skills to the next level.

Stand-up comedy. Speechwriting. Pro wrestling? Somehow, these oddball life choices led Josh Womack to copywriting. In his debut book, he talks about these experiences and more. If you're a junior or mid-level copywriter out there still trying to find your way, congrats! So is the author of this book. Have fun and keep slingin'.

https://www.joshwomack.net/

Tim played a lot of rugby as a scrum half. He likes to ski telemark and has competed several times at the British Telemark Championships. He was a Hang-Gliding Instructor, played American Football for Milton Keynes Pioneers, and is a reasonably experienced offshore sailor. I believe he is Great Britain’s version of the Most Interesting Man in the World. I really enjoyed this conversation with Tim and I think you will too.

To learn more about Tim visit his website here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118723

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https://www.instagram.com/timheale9/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-heale-9-797488238/

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CERTIFICATIONS

Advanced degree in strategic management

Gallup certified strengths coach

Certified Leadership Coach with thousands of hours of 1:1 client work.

Trusted coach of managers, directors, VPs, C-level executives, and business owners.

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How’s your relationship with money? Test yourself:

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Join Morgana’s community of 10.7 thousand followers on Facebook:

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As for the Cowboy Perspective Podcast… He says that most of the things he is confident in today stem from the things he learned and continues to learn from the cowboys and cowgirls in his life. The Cowboy Perspective is his way of telling that story in hopes of being a resource to others.

Neil and I discuss how you can deploy grit, determination, humility, and faith daily. We discuss some of the leadership lessons that he has learned in his life and career. Neil goes on to tell me about some of the lessons that he has learned from his wife and daughters, as well as the lessons he hopes he has imparted on them in return. This is a great conversation that is packed with wisdom from a cowboy’s perspective.

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https://thecowboyperspective.com/

#cowboystoic

During his 23-year career in the Army, Oak McCulloch held numerous leadership positions in the Infantry and Armor branches. He assisted in disaster relief operations for Hurricane HUGO in Charleston, SC and Hurricane ANDREW in south Florida.

Oak's operational deployments include: Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm in Saudi Arabia and Iraq as a General's Aide-de-Camp; Support operations in Bosnia as a Congressional Liaison Officer; and A peacekeeping deployment to Kosovo as an Operations Officer.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/oakland-mcculloch-34293256

https://www.ltcoakmcculloch.com/

Leppert received 16 medals and awards throughout her career, to include the prestigious Air Medal, Achievement Medal (2), and Letter of Accommodation (7).

Ashlee and I discuss her book and her latest project that she intends to publish in the very near future. We have a conversation related to PTSD related to military sexual trauma (MST) and her experiences operating during Hurricane Harvey.

To learn more about Ashlee or to connect with her through social media, visit her website here: https://ashleeleppert.com/

For additional information, visit: https://terminalvalue.biz/

After serving as a Marine Corps officer, Angie led in pharmaceutical sales for Merck and Pfizer. She’s been a special advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on diversity initiatives, and engages routinely with boards and organizations to drive performance. Angie is an avid athlete — her competitive nature and motivation to win shows up in every client engagement as she inspires others to be their best.

To learn more about Angie or to connect with her, visit: https://leadstar.us/

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Additionally, Ise has appeared on hundreds of tv shows, film, commercials, and radio such as Lucifer, Bad Boys 2, Criminal Minds, General Hospital and many others while recently starring in the upcoming film “Alone Today” opposite Eric Roberts, Danny Trejo, Shannon Elizabeth and Frank Whaley to be released in 2023.

This is an amazing conversation with and amazing man who has helped so many men and women with his coaching program. We dive deep, so be ready when you listen.

To learn more about Ise visit his website here: https://kikoellsworth.com/

Stacy has held multiple leadership roles at major companies such as Verizon, Wilton Brands, AT&T, and Schindler Elevator. What differentiates Stacy from others is that she brings real-life examples and customer service experience best practices from being in the trenches! Others speak and write about CX from a purely academic view and short-term consulting projects, while Stacy is really walking the talk every day!

https://doingcxright.com/

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

To learn more visit Greg’s website: http://www.gregoryoffner.com/

He is also the President of F3Nation, an international leadership organization for men with about 55,000 members across 46 states and 4 continents, that uses vigorous outdoor workouts to teach leadership principles.

Additionally, Frank founded LEC Media in 2007. LEC Media is a corporate communications and video production firm in Charlotte, NC which serves clients like, Bank of America, Electrolux, Verbatim, Honeywell, and others.

To learn more about Frank and his many endeavors, check out these links:

https://f3nation.com/

https://f3nation.com/podcast/

https://theunlockedleader.com/

https://www.facebook.com/43Feet/

Ed’s development of the Q.U.E.S.T. ModelTM helps individuals and businesses transform the way they make decisions and solve problems in order to become more resilient.

This is a great conversation on leadership, growth, and the psychology of leadership. Below is the QUEST model acronym that Dr. Slover walks us though along with how we can all implement this into our lives.

• Quicker: Swift, thoughtful, and intentional action

• Understandable: Thorough and easily understood communication

• Executable: Immediately implement solutions

• Strategies: Specific knowledge as to how to achieve every goal

• Tactics: Clear knowledge of what to do and when to do it

For more information or to connect with Dr. Slover visit his website: https://thequest4life.com/

He held a variety of roles within the league before unanimously being appointed to the position by the board of directors in June 2022. Audley oversees all league/basketball day-to-day and game day operations as well as business development support.

Audley is also an experienced podcaster and currently produces and hosts "The Audacious Living Podcast" (his sixth one) where he sits down with a cross section of top-quality performers in business, media, sports, entertainment and lifestyle to uncover key elements to help listeners live their best audacious life ever.

He's also worked in the public service since 1996 with both the federal and provincial government in a variety of project management roles including but not limited to stakeholder management, negotiations, monitoring, supervision and leadership.

For learn more about Audley or to connect with him on social media, please visit his website here: https://www.bestaudaciouslife.com/

Leveraging extensive experience in guiding business transformation for growth-oriented organizations, he is a trusted guide for mid-cap companies to large global enterprises requiring expert assistance with leadership development, team performance, employee engagement, culture shifts, and change management.

Additionally, Doug has written several books and his podcast is extremely popular. To learn more about Doug or to connect with him, please visit his website: https://dougthorpe.com/

Eric is also the host of a weekly inspirational podcast titled "The 30 Minute Hour."

As a Certified Life & Business Coach, Eric has conducted over 28,000 coaching sessions, helping executive leaders and entrepreneurs who have moved from feeling frustrated, to finding fulfillment. He has also led organizations of 500 or more people in corporate America, and shared his message with corporations, associations, and congregations across the country.

To learn more about Eric or to connect with him, visit his website here:

http://www.ericmtwiggs.com/

Sherene holds a PhD in Counselor Education, and is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). She is the author of Navigate: Understanding the Five Types of People, Pick: Choose to Create a Life You Love; 7 Ways to Get Your Team Fully Empowered and Engaged Guidebook; The Busy Student’s Guide to College and Career Success, and a syndicated column addressing leadership and workplace issues. Sherene is a member of the National Speakers Association and past president of the Michigan National Speakers Association.

To learn more about Sherene visit her website here: https://www.sherenemchenry.com/

His heart was stopping and was clinically dead dozens of times. Each time his heart stopped, he collapsed and hit his head, sustaining multiple concussions.

In 2018, he learned about intermittent fasting and life hasn’t been the same for Fred since. He attributes the large majority of his recovery to the healing powers of IF. He reversed T2 diabetes and some of its related issues, and is no longer asthmatic. His sleep apnea even went away. There is still some perpetual anxiety, PTSD and Post-Concussion Syndrome but it gets better every day.

Visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredrutman/ to learn more or to connect with Fred.

Daniel has a broad professional history, including leadership roles in physiotherapy, health management, project management and Christian ministry.

Daniel lives in Tasmania, Australia with his wife, Kylie, and their three children, Naomi, Caleb and Jethro. He also keeps fourteen pure-bred chickens who eat a lot of grain and lay too few eggs.

To learn more about Daniel and his work at Spacemakers, please visit: https://spacemakers.com.au/

To connect with James or to learn more about him, visit his website here: https://www.jamesheppner.com/

Known as a pioneer of thinking in the workplace, Julian is a master trainer in Effective IntelligenceTM, which he brings to organizations through keynote addresses or assisting individuals and teams in solving problems through effective thinking. His thoughts on leadership, organizational development, and accountability have been published in HR Reporter Magazine, CPA Bottom Line Newspaper, and HR Professional magazine.

In his spare time, Julian is a member of the Board of Directors of the Wounded Warriors Project, a charitable foundation that provides support for veterans, focusing on those suffering from PTSD. He co-founded a charitable foundation for the Canadian Rangers of Northern Ontario that primarily supports at-risk aboriginal youth.

Julian holds a BA from the University of Toronto. He is a graduate of the Canadian Army Command and Staff College and the Canadian Forces College, and an alumnus of the U.S. Army War College.

To learn more about or to connect with Julian visit:

http://www.forrestandco.com/

https://www.managerialleadershipjourney.com/

The practice of anesthesia has prepared Mrs. Logan to provide a powerful and effective treatment for patients suffering from PTSD, anxiety, depression, and chronic pain with ketamine. Her extensive knowledge of ketamine, intravenous therapy, pharmacology, airway and resuscitative management, is paramount. Mrs. Logan’s passion has always been to help her patients and her empathetic nature provides a calming and safe environment for them.

Visit this website to learn more: https://www.flmindhealth.com/

He released his first novel, “The Reluctant Human,” in 2012. He quickly followed it up with the novella “Max Johnny,” and a book of short stories, “Leaves Piled High.” In 2019 he released “Narican: The Cloaked Deception,” his first book in a spiritual sci-fi series about the evolution of souls. He is currently working on the second and third books in the Narican series. Another of his books is “Love in a Dying Town,” which came out in 2021. It is the story of a single father struggling to raise his daughter in a dying factory town. It is a story about love, commitment, and sacrifice.

Douglas recently wrote a play for the local community theater called “Someone Anonymous” about people feeling anonymous in their lives but knowing there's more to them waiting to get out.

He is also the podcast host of “The Den of Discussion,” a show that illuminates everyday heroes who are making a difference in the world.

Follow his writing, podcast, and updates, at https://douglasrobbinsauthor.com/

This is an incredibly powerful conversation that lends more information and explanation to conversations I have had with Tier 1 special operators, mental health professionals, and neuroscientists. Lisann brings her wisdom developed through her experiences to this interview. Definitely one of my favorite interviews. Be sure to listen to the end and join the discussion through email or comments on social media.

For more information about Lisann’s 3mpowered Empath Masterclass or to take the Empath Quiz visit her website here: https://www.lgvalentin.com/

Connect with her further by visiting her social media links:

https://instagram.com/lisannvalentin

https://www.facebook.com/OfficialLisannValentin

This conversation is incredible. As I was editing it, I got choked up and had to shed a few tears (some of grief and some that were just a release). If you or someone you know is struggling with PTSD, this episode can help you or at least provide a little hope and understanding. I would love to see this interview shared with the world and hear from those that it touches.

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In addition to her coaching, Limor consults with companies that want to build mentorship programs based on their specific needs.

To learn more, visit: https://limorbergman.com/

Learn more at https://strategicleadersacademy.com/

Visit https://strategicleadersacademy.com/saber-six-foundation/ to learn more about Dr. Kolenda’s non-profit organization

To that end, Carol has been leading regenerative education efforts in both Fortune 500 and new economy businesses for more than 40 years. Her client list includes long-term relationships with Colgate Europe and Africa and DuPont Canada, US, Asia, and Europe. She also works with new-economy companies like Intel, Agilent, and leaders of corporate responsibility such as Seventh Generation, Numi Tea, and Guayaki. Google uses her work as a framework in the Food Innovation Lab. Carol is CEO of Carol Sanford Institute, an education company on building Regenerative Businesses that become non-displaceable in their markets, enduringly. The Carol Sanford Institute is based in the Seattle region of the Puget Sound.

She combines her economic development experience with her extensive business education and background using urban systems, psychology and learning practices. Carol has published dozens of works in 10 languages, including a series of articles in Executive Excellence, Stephen Covey’s newsletter and At Work, a Berrett-Koehler Journal. She is the author of five books with three publishers. Central to Carol’s philosophy and approach is a fresh look at what makes an organization truly regenerative. “It’s important to discover your singularity, what enables you to differentiate your business from the crowd,” she says, “and then thinking about how to do business so that communities, societies, and ecology as a whole are improved. These are not separate but interwoven pursuits. It’s completely doable, and a conversation worth having.”

She holds undergraduate degrees from UC Berkeley in Economics and Public Law and graduate degrees from California State University, San Jose in Urban Planning.

To learn more, visit: https://carolsanford.com/

Additionally, you can join Carol in making the world a better place: https://seed-communities.com/

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Whenever I interview a fellow podcaster, the conversation tends to be pretty awesome. This conversation is a great example of that. Victoria and I talk about traumas and healing in a very sincere and candid way. I share stories of loss as does Victoria. She talks about traumas she endured at different points in her life. One part of this reveals her service as a combat medic deployed to Iraq. I talk about trauma I experienced in my early life, adult life, and professional life. This conversation has the potential to resonate with so many people around the world. Please listen and share with anyone you feel would benefit.

Visit Victoria’s website to learn more her: http://www.theunleashedheart.com/

She has helped donors give away over $45 million in large and small donations throughout the course of her career. Sybil has worked with almost every type of charitable funder from smaller family foundations and public charities to individual donors.

Sybil has served on numerous boards, task forces and stakeholder groups. She also knows what it’s like to be a grantee. She worked for over ten years at environmental nonprofits prior to her work as a foundation advisor.

She shares her personal story and history that brought her to care so much about charitable giving with me. She tells her step-by-step process for helping people be effective as donors and philanthropists. Sybil talks briefly about some of the mistakes she made in the past that she is able to use to help others make better decisions. Sybil and I discuss why it feels so great to give money to worthy charities, and how to help people really feel good about their giving strategy.

What is a giving strategy? Sybil tells me all about it. To learn more about Sybil and what she does, visit her website: https://www.doyourgood.com/

Tim has launched hundreds of apps, developed hundreds of platforms, and directly supported other multi-million-dollar projects. He has scaled to millions of users and millions of dollars across his companies.

Tim is extremely generous with the information he shared with me and has a great sense of humor. We discuss his successes and failures. He tells me what drives him and our conversation goes deep into what success means for us both. This episode is a great one for everyone who is trying to reconfigure their mindset.

To learn more about TrueFanz, visit: https://www.truefanz.com/

To connect with Tim directly you can find him at: https://timbranyan.com/

In Feb. 2017, Andrea’s mother finished her 15-year fight with breast cancer, and the reflective nature of grief allowed her to purposefully walk through the pain and anxiety, and emerge, as if from a crucible, holding the gem of Intentional Optimism - her personal growth plan - a comprehensive approach to Personal Growth and Leadership Training viewed through the lens of hope.

Andrea and I discuss Intentional Optimism and it’s six tenets. We talk about how women are uniquely qualified to be leaders and how Andrea defines Unconventional Leadership. This is a great conversation for both men and women to listen to. To learn more about Andrea, please visit: http://www.theintentionaloptimist.com/

Frank holds black belt rankings in karate and aikido and has traveled to Africa on several occasions to study human origins and the ancestral environment. He’s presented at numerous venues, including the Ancestral Health Symposium, Google, the Dr. Robert D. Conn Heart Conference, and the Institute of Design at Stanford University. A former columnist for Paleo Magazine, Frank is the author of numerous books about health and the human predicament. He’s a member of the Council of Elders at the MindBodyEcology Collective and a Diplomate member at The American Institute of Stress.

To connect with Frank, learn more about him, and/or purchase his books, please visit his website: https://www.exuberantanimal.com/

To learn more about Maureen and to connect with her, please visit her website:

https://emergeleadershipacademy.com/

You can hear her story and more by listening to this episode of From Embers to Excellence. To connect with Lisa, order her books, or learn how to employ her services, visit her website here:

https://www.upsidethinking.com/

To learn more about Dr. Attaway, visit his website here: https://www.catalyticleadershipbook.com/

To learn more about Sami or to connect with him on social media, check out these links:

https://www.instagram.com/mind.resilience.training/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/samikhoury1/

https://www.mindresiliencetraining.com/

of 17 books, speaker, writing coach, and dynamic course–creator. She writes

fiction and nonfiction depicting African-Americans triumphing over adversity

and meeting success whether that be in love, or life pursuits. Tracee loves

public speaking, teaching workshops, and talking about the craft of writing at

every opportunity. She is the creator of Garner Solutions, LLC coaching new and

aspiring writers through finishing the book and publishing process, as well as

helping people with disabilities reach their independent living goals. Tracee

holds a BS in Communications and resides outside the DC metropolitan area with

her family.

If you or someone you know has a form muscular dystrophy or

just interested in learning more. Here is your chance to learn from someone who

not only advocates for those with disabilities, but also thrives in-spite of

her form of MS. Tracee is one of the funniest guests I have had on my show. As

detailed above, she is a prolific writer and speaker with accolades that only

scratch the surface of her genius and generosity.

To learn more about Tracee or to connect with her, please

visit her website here:

https://traceegarner.com/

For additional resources that Tracee and I discussed in the

interview, visit here:

https://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory

This is such a great conversation with one of United States Navy’s premier leaders. If you’d like to learn more about Jon, please visit his website here: https://jonsrennie.com/

The conversation Dannie and I have is for everyone who has had a bad day and couldn’t find a way to shake the funk. She is such an accomplished human being with so much to offer the world and I am so thankful that she agreed to share some of it with us. Trust me, this isn’t all woo-woo stuff. These are practices that have research supporting their efficacy. All you have to do is give it a shot and experience it for yourself.

For more about Dannie De Novo, visit https://www.danniedenovo.com/

He wrote his book in 2020 titled, Unleashed Potential, and started a business coaching and consulting company, Conquer It Consulting, where he partners with individuals and organizations to find and unleash the hidden potential within.

He is building a strong presence in the Central Florida real estate market partnering with other agents to help them unleash their potential. Jeff’s vision is to positively change lives through meaningful partnerships with homeowners, buyers, agents, vendors, and communities.

To connect with Jeff or to purchase a signed copy of his book, please visit the following links:

https://linktr.ee/ActiveFutures

https://www.instagram.com/jeff4ester/

Visit Simone’s website to learn more about her or to connect: https://simoneknego.com/

http://www.dylansessler.com/

Since 1999, Chief Freddie has specialized in test preparation courses for entry and promotional level public-safety candidates. He’s facilitated, prepared and assessed hundreds of examinations, conducting seminars and private training sessions for all ranks.

To connect with Chief Freddie Fernandez or to learn more about the courses that he provides, visit the following links:

https://www.fireassessmentcenterprep.com/

https://www.facebook.com/FireAssessmentCenterPrep/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiCoJql6gw_KGQ7ZIS4fHfQ

Before pursuing his Masters in Mindfulness-Based Interventions from the prestigious University College Dublin, Justin was a private equity investor and Certified Investment Fund Director. He tells me about the changes in his life that led to him specializing in Neuroscience, Buddhist psychology and Western psychology in order to heal. His path to healing has allowed him to help thousands of people around the world.

Justin shares his story and provides a great deal of information. For those of us who love discovering or affirming the interconnectedness of science, philosophy, and psychology, this episode is for you.

This is such a great conversation that so many people need to hear. I know you will enjoy it.

To learn more about Justin or to connect with him, please visit his websites and YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZgSMnIHmDKGMecLoh7QKZw

https://www.yourbottomline.com/

https://www.justincaffrey.com/

On April 30, 2021 GLOBE NEWSWIRE reported the following -- HUMBL, Inc. (OTC Markets: HMBL) announced today new team members and technology team reorganization across its HUMBL Mobile Pay, HUMBL Marketplace and HUMBL Financial divisions.

HUMBL released the following introduction of Glenn Shaw:

Glenn Shaw is an accomplished Digital Engineer as an honors graduate from the University of California, Irvine. His business, sales, and financial experience across multiple startups makes him a valuable addition across HUMBL.

His organization and professionalism stems from his technical background in the Defense Industrial Base Sector. His experience working at Quanta Computers, Inc. and Aethercomm, Inc. put him in front of major clients such as Google, Sony, Tesla, Northrop Grumman, JPL, Georgia Tech, and more.

Glenn and I covered a lot of ground in a short amount of time, but he did a great job explaining things to me. I feel like this is a great episode for those that are curious about Crypto Currency, NFTs, and Blockchain Technology because we cover it all.

If you’d like to learn more about Glenn or connect with him you can visit his LinkedIn profile page here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenn-shaw-one

In the capstone roles of his corporate career at Hewlett-Packard, McKinsey & Company, and Microsoft, Rutberg helped Microsoft build world-class relationships with customers as Director of Microsoft’s award-winning Executive Briefing Center, and served as Speechwriter and Executive Communications Director for the Microsoft Corporate VP responsible for global customer support.

Since entering consulting in 2011, Bryan has worked with leaders and their organizations to build stronger, more profitable, and more productive customer-focused organizations. His keynote program, “Do Your Customers ❤ You Enough?” and his business communications workshops open the door to the right communications, programs, and culture to drive higher customer lifetime value (CLV) and customer satisfaction, along with increased referrals, referenceability, and tactics to bring the voice of the customer into planning and strategy.

Words and language have always been Bryan’s passion. He earned his bachelor’s degree in English Literature at Georgetown University, and an MBA with a Marketing concentration at the Kenan-Flagler School at UNC, Chapel Hill. He has earned a certificate in Customer Loyalty Programs from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management.

For more information or to connect with Bryan:

https://3ccomms.com/

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

To learn more about Bruna or to connect with her personally:

www.brunadepalo.com

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

Bring who you are into what you do | Bruna De Palo |

TEDxUniversityofManchester:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=htHrL_6SB-M

In our conversation Dr. Duffy shares with me why she became a doctor, what functional medicine is, and how she got involved with it after working so many years in obstetrics. We talk about hormone replacement, inflammation, and how she helps people overcome autoimmune disease. This is such a great conversation with one of this country’s most successful doctors. If you’d like to learn more about Dr. Duffy or simply connect with her, please check out these links:

https://www.aimeeduffymd.com/

https://carolinaintegrativemedicine.com/

To learn more or to connect with Terre, please follow the appropriate link:

www.shortgroup.net

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

https://www.instagram.com/thrivingleadercollaborative/

https://www.thrivingleadercollaborative.com/

United States Air Force as a Security Forces Officer in 1998. As a Security

Forces Officer, Michael specialized in Law Enforcement, Global Force

Protection, Anti-Terrorism, Nuclear Security, Foreign Air Field Assessments and

Air Base Ground Defense.

Michael honorably separated from the Air Force as a Captain

in 2004.

Immediately after the Air Force, Michael was hired by the

Walnut Creek Police Department where he served in a variety of assignments including:

Patrol Officer, Driver Training Instructor (EVOC) Field Training Officer (FTO),

SIU Detective, Undercover CA DOJ Narcotic Task Force Agent (Contra Costa

County), Public Information Officer (PIO) and Patrol Sergeant.

Michael was awarded the Walnut Creek PD Distinguished

Service Medal in 2014 for his heroic and lifesaving actions during a Fatal

Officer Involved Shooting in 2012.

Michael ultimately medically retired in 2018. He is now a

Peer Volunteer at the West Coast Post Trauma Retreat (WCPR) and an Ambassador

for Save A Warrior (SAW).

Michael is a dedicated advocate for awareness, prevention,

education, training on Post Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI) and First Responder

Suicide Prevention. Michael continues to speak at law enforcement agencies all

over the United States.

In his book, RELENTLESS COURAGE: Winning the Battle Against

Frontline Trauma, along with Dr. Shauna Springer, PhD, they tackle the

complexity of trauma within the law enforcement community, uncovering the

unspoken barriers, and outline a path to healing. RELENTLESS COURAGE has been

described by Lt. Col. David Grossman, best-selling author of On Killing and On

Combat as “one of the most important books of our time” and “the natural

successor to On Combat.”

Connect with Michael here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sgtmichaelsugrue/

As a Premiere Leadership, business, relationship, and mindset coach who is a regular featured keynote speaker at global events, Tommy started his 20-year corporate career at one of the largest financial consulting firms in the world, and eventually became a shareholder, the International Practice Leader, and a member of the board of directors for one of the largest public accounting and financial firms in the southeast U.S.

At the top of his career, Tommy experienced a transformational moment inspiring him to walk away from the corporate world to change his life and follow his true calling.

Tommy now serves clients and audiences everywhere by empowering them to build and live Legendary Lives. He guides people to discover a life of significance without compromising their drive or ambition. The simple tools he shares shows them how to work in their zone of brilliance, obtain financial confidence, and live with meaning and balance. The goal is to help everybody to become the person they’ve always wanted to be.

https://tommybreedlove.com/

John is an ICF ACC Certified Coach and NBHWC Certified Health and Wellness Coach. He coaches leaders in a variety of fields, including business, health care and law.

Several topics we cover in this episode:

• The importance of self-care and how difficult that can be in leadership

• The challenges of leadership with emphasis on incivility

• Practical mindfulness and its role in wellness

• The upside of trauma

• Trauma recovery and the workplace

You can find information about John and his work here: https://activatesuccess.org/

Reach out to John directly via email here: john@activatesuccess.org

For more than 30 years, Dale has led businesses and helped a wide range of clients solve challenges and win more business in virtually every region of the world including North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Australia.

Prior to joining Franklin Covey, Dale served in senior executive leadership roles at several different companies.

• As President of a 1,500-employee digital services company for five years, Dale increased the number of operating locations from 112 to 184 in 31 different geographies.

• As CEO of a private investment company for three years, Dale led the design and implementation of a strategic sales and marketing system driving top line growth and increasing net income more than 500% in two years.

• As Partner with a global consulting company, Dale led numerous strategic growth and improvement projects with clients over his thirteen years with the firm.

Dale holds Bachelor of Science and Master of Accountancy degrees from the Marriott School of Management at Brigham Young University and is a Certified Public Accountant. He has advanced training in Strategic Management and Planning (Harvard) and Strategic Marketing System Development (Y2M).

To connect with Dale or to learn more about him, check out these links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dale-merrill1/

https://www.franklincovey.com/strikingly-different-book/

She would claim that her most empowering and life changing professional experience was in her work at Capital Workforce Partners, in collaboration with Habitat for Humanity, where she endeavored to engage young men and women in the fields of construction. With such a growing, yet still small, pool of female constructors she felt immeasurably passionate about her work.

Julia’s most transformational experience would be the result of her facing down her 50th birthday, which inspired her to create the F50Woman movement; a movement created to provoke women, facing 50 and beyond, into a mindful, purposeful, passionate pursuit of their life, career, family, spirit, and beyond.

Julia Su. Jack holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Howard University and a Masters in Construction Management from Central Connecticut State University; she is a National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) Certified Registered Architect and a Certified PMI Project Management Professional.

To learn more about Julia, visit her website here: https://f50woman.com/

Michael also served as a national trainer for the Why Try, LLC; one of the nation’s leading resilience education programs that specializes in student achievement. Michael also partnered with the DC Office of the Attorney General – to serve as a trainer for their Violence Interrupter program in 2020.

Michael Authored – Born to Achieve (2012) & A Beautiful Challenge (2017). In 2013, Michael hosted – The Brown Bag with Michael T. Brown on Blog Talk Radio, interviewing some key community difference makers and flashing the spotlight on the pertinent issues facing our society.

Please connect with Michael here:

http://brownsleadership.com/Home.php

https://www.facebook.com/TheBrownBag1

https://twitter.com/MTBrown98

· Intention – How to create a laser focused Intention statement

· Message – 5 Tools to craft a Message and the best Method to achieve your intention.

o Plus why perfectionism/linear thinking is getting in your way

· Person – How to Personalize the message by identifying and utilizing the four communication styles (DISC)

· Activate – Learn Active listening skills to help you stay present/focused and practical strategies to Activate and engage your receiver/audience.

· Clarify - Explore techniques to Clarify and check for understanding

· Transform – How to Transform words into actions and your actions into results

Learn More About Patrick here:

• WEBSITE - https://www.patrickdonadio.com/

• LINKEDIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickdonadio/

• FACEBOOK - https://www.facebook.com/patrick.donadio/

• TWITTER - https://twitter.com/PDonadio

Heather’s methodology has been masterfully crafted with over a decade’s worth of experience transforming people, processes, and profits of Fortune 10 organizations and businesses of all sizes. She unites marketing and HR expertise to craft authentic employer brands, cultivate healthy workplace cultures, improve employee engagement, and develop strong people leadership.

Learn more about Awesome People Leaders (APL): https://www.awesomepeopleleaders.com/

Learn more about Heather at: https://www.heatherpsolutions.com

To learn more about Tia or to connect with her: https://www.arriveathappy.com

In our conversation we explore one factor that Anthony has found to be the most important to our happiness. We discuss stress, success, and character strengths. Anthony tells me about the five proven tools to build happiness as well as one of his programs, “Focus on the 40.”

For more information or to connect with Anthony: https://anthonypoponi.com/

To download his free book: https://www.anthonypoponi.com/gethappynow

Joi’s books are designed to bring awareness to adoption sensitive topics and language. She believes adoptees, prospective adoptive parents, and adoptive and foster families can find resources and their community of support “If WE all Stop Whispering” and “Let’s Talk Adoption”. Joi was recently appointed to the Board of Directors for Miriam’s Heart, an organization supporting adoptive and foster families. Joi is no stranger to life’s challenges but truly believes Finding Joy is Possible!

To connect with Joi or to learn more about her, follow this link: https://www.findingjoi.us/

To connect with Clint or to learn more about him, visit his website here: https://www.clintarthur.tv/

He is a Motivational Speaker who discusses Mindset, Resilience, Grit, and more skills that will help you find your Purpose no matter the journey you have been on. He is currently finishing up two books while pursuing a Ph.D from Liberty University in Homeland Security. He lives by rules and has a motto that resonates with fans of How I met Your Mother “Challenge Accepted”. He is the Executive Producer and host of The MisFitNation Podcast

If you have questions reach out to him via email or through his website:

https://www.themisfitnation.com/  

Richlamonica101@gmail.com

She went on to graduate from Western Connecticut State University and is now an inspirational speaker and an author of an award-winning inspirational book, “How I Survived the Killing Fields.” 

She is a member of the Women Speakers Association, Toastmasters International and a founder & director of the Christian Professionals Network of Tampa Bay. Sara speaks to inspire, motivate and encourage others to have hope, more courage and a positive perspective in life. Additionally, Sara operates her own wellness business, Smart Healthy Living.

To learn more about Sara or connect with her, visit her website: https://www.saraim.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/saraim-speaker-author

https://www.facebook.com/SaraImSpeakerAuthor

Leader by Accident recounts the tragedy that thrust Jim into a demanding volunteer role, and how that experience fueled a subsequent journey into entrepreneurship.

Jim is a marketing and communications consultant and Principal of JMRketing, LLC, in Baltimore, Maryland. A former radio announcer and program director, Jim now puts three decades of marketing experience to work in helping businesses communicate more effectively with their audiences.

https://leaderbyaccident.com/

She and Dr. Erin Hinson form The Good Doctors of Abbey Research, who exist to help individuals and organizations as they cultivate inclusivity and engage empathetically with those around them.

She has spoken internationally -from Oxford University, to TEDx Chicago, to national association conferences - and her work is routinely featured in global media publications.

To learn more or to connect with Dr. Donnelly follow this link: https://www.abbey-research.com/

As a guest speaker, trainer, and consultant, his work has taken him throughout the United States and Europe, South Asia, Central, and South America.

Dr. Travis is the author of the award-winning book "TrustED: The Bridge to School Improvement" - available at Amazon, featured in Forbes, and named "Book of The Month" (November), and nominated for "Book of The Year" (2021) by The Magic Pen.

In this interview Dr. Travis talks about how the trust level of leaders results in higher levels of performance by those within their organization. He goes on to tell me what organizational restructuring is needed to support the greater success of employees in companies. When we dive into broken trust Dr. Travis details how leaders can repair trust and provides some statistics on what is effective and when it is effective.

To learn more about Dr. Travis visit: https://www.trustedconsulting.org/

Here is a link to the TrustED Self-Assessments: https://trustedconsulting.org/services/resources/

Here is also a link to a Buy 1 Get 3 book offer for non-profit leaders at https://trustedconsulting.org/the-book/

http://www.rickchromey.com/

http://www.mannasolutions.org

Check out Lee’s books, “Tossed Pebbles” and “The Game Changer: Volume 6” and her website https://onsiteacademy.org/

Ron started his own consulting firm in 2006 and has worked in many industries including medical and assisted living facilities, manufacturing, high tech, retail, pharmaceuticals and banking. He is also a well-respected and sought-after faculty member of the American Management Association.

The majority of work through the years has focused on leadership and management development, corporate training, organizational development as well as coaching at all levels through client companies.

An avid reader, Ron has read over 300 leadership, management and relationship-oriented books over the past 18 years.

Ron’s philosophy centers on participant-based training and experiential learning. He believes it’s his job to “pull information from the clients that they already know.”

Another important aspect of Ron’s philosophy is the necessity to reinforce any training or coaching completed.

You can learn more about Ron by visiting and watching his informational videos on his LinkedIn profile (Ron Reich/RLB Training & Development), on Instagram @leadership_RLB, or you can reach out to him via e-mail at r.reich2006@gmail.com

Her authority in this field is based on extensive independent research and on her personal experience of transformation. Having coached herself throughout a depression, eating disorders, and domestic violence, and working as a coach in the emotional field for 10 years, she has 27 years of experience on how to identify and eliminate those obstacles that are a discordant note in our lives.

To connect with Elena or to learn more: https://www.sentidu.com/

Website: http://lynndapollio.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LynndaPollioAuthor

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lynndapollio

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/Lynnda

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynndapollio/

Robert defines “Hope” and we discuss how it is measured and grown. Our conversation connects the different aspects of hope and leadership.

To connect with Robert, view his TedX talk, or to purchase his books visit:

https://www.foresightmarketingguide.com/

https://youtu.be/ah8vNWNe3BA

The result was dramatically increased success and a new way of doing business using an inner game operating system created from internal strength.

Take the time to talk to Torrin about your business journey – you’ll be better for the experience.

https://attergy.com/book/

To connect with Torrin and his coaching programs he provides a copy of his real book (not a pdf), complimentary with an opportunity to have a free discovery session to unlock your biggest issue in business. https://linktr.ee/attergy

This episode is one of the deepest conversations I have ever had. Roger is a Renaissance Man and a philosopher. We spoke for hours and shared some deep stuff. He is an amazing human being in so many different ways. I am positive that fact will become more and more apparent as you listen to his story, his philosophy, and his thoughts on how to live a good life. There are so many nuggets of wisdom laced within this conversation.

Roger shares some of the advice he gives when addressing Special Operations graduating classes. Here are two words that he expands on: Resolve and Intention. He even quotes Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh, “The finger pointing at the moon is not the moon.” Over and over again Roger blows my mind.

If you’d like to read his Silver Star citation, you can read it here: https://valor.militarytimes.com/hero/113134

If you’d like to read one of the best books I have ever read, follow this link:

https://www.goruck.com/products/book-warriors-creed

If you’d like to follow Roger on Instagram, here is the hyperlink:

https://www.instagram.com/rdsparks/

She says, “Those who shift their minds transform their lives and lead others into greatness.”

When obstacles arise, LaQuita Monley refuses to buckle under pressure. She evaluates problems through an optimistic lens and develops strategies for advancement. The result is continual flourishing while operating in her purpose.

LaQuita and I had an incredible conversation. She shares her story, from the perspective of a woman who has held things together at home while her husband fought overseas as a career soldier. This story will give you a better understanding of what being the spouse of a soldier, sailor, or marine is like. This is one of the best conversations I have ever had.

To connect with LaQuita or to listen to her podcast visit here:

Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/laquita-s-toolbox

Website: https://www.laquitamonley.com/

Website: https://www.johncmaxwellgroup.com/laquitamonley/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laquitamonley/

He is the author of sixteen books, including the bestsellers Cross Functional Teams: Working with Allies, Enemies and other Strangers, and Team Players and Teamwork: New Strategies for Developing Successful Collaboration. Glenn’s widely-used instrument, the Parker Team Player Survey, has sold more than one million copies, and his seminal work on team-player styles was featured in a bestselling CRM video.

As a consultant for more than forty years, Glenn Parker has helped create high-performing teams at hundreds of organizations including Novartis Pharmaceuticals, Merck & Company, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Phillips-Van Heusen, Telcordia Technologies, BOC Gases, and the U.S. Coast Guard.

Glenn holds a Master’s degree from the University of Illinois, and studied for the doctorate at Cornell University. Through his philanthropic endeavors, he has raised over $1.5 million for cancer research.

Some of the topics covered in this episode:

1. The research completed to write the book/the creative process

• In-depth interviews with some 50 people with diverse backgrounds – jobs, industries, gender, ethnicity, born outside us

2. The 4 types of positive influence leaders

• Supportive

• Teacher

• Motivating

• Role model

3. How can you tell what kind of leader you are?

4. Most of us have come across negative people in our lives --- how do people cope with negativity they encounter?

5 coping strategies for dealing with negativity:

1) Take it on as a challenge

2) Take responsibility for the situation

3) Persevere in the face of adversity

4) Adopt a calm and reasoned approach

5) Use the negativity as a learning experience

5. How positive influence leaders lead in a time of crisis

1. Be open and authentic

2. Be clear and specific

3. Listen, ask questions, listen some more and respond

4. Walk the talk

5. Conduct an after-action review

• What did we do?

• What went well

• What didn’t

• What would we do differently next time?

• What did we learn?

• What did we do that we will want to incorporate in the going forward workplace?

• We don’t just want to do back to a new normal but to a better normal!

6. Here’s the “so what” question? Let’s assume I am the CEO of a company or a non-profit corporation, how do I use all this to increase the effectiveness of my organization?

Glenn’s Special Offer detailed near the end of the episode will require this:

glenn@thepositiveinfluenceleader.com

To purchase their book, learn more about, or to connect with Glenn and his son Michael, visit:

https://thepositiveinfluenceleader.com/

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

https://twitter.com/teamguy1

This is an excellent conversation that covers many facets of professional development and leadership development. We discuss gender issues in male dominated organizations, the importance of self-awareness, communication, and message congruency.

For more information or to connect with Elena, visit her website: https://elenapastore.com/

Through his company, Growing Forward Services, Paul has partnered with his corporate and individual clients to transform their vision, their habits, and their lives. Currently, Paul carries out his mission of sparking breakthrough success by contributing daily inspirational growth messages on local radio, other people’s podcasts, and via social media. Also, he has inspired thousands of individuals and leaders to grow forward through his seminars, team-building off-site retreats, one-to-one self-leadership coaching, and as a keynote speaker. Paul has written 5 books: The Static Cling Principle (on habits and mindsets), Maximizing Every Minute (on time management), Leading the Team You’ve Always Wanted, Leading with Super-Vision, and his newest book: Leading through the Dark Waters of Conflict. He interviews local leaders in his podcast: the Tri-Cities Influencer and national leaders on his podcast: Grow Forward Today.

To connect with Paul, please visit his website: https://growingforwardservices.net/

Andrea and I discuss the life events that influenced her current path. She shares some of her personal story that has given her the perspective and the unique ability to connect with the women that she coaches to overcome domestic violence and abuse.

If you’d like to connect with Andrea, please visit her website: https://www.andreawestrum.com/

Donna and I have an amazing conversation about her experience leading and consulting leaders at a very high level. We discuss the career strategies she outlines in her book and dive into what it takes to be a high performer.

To connect with Donna, visit: https://www.the-me-suite.com/contact

More about Rudy:

In 1998, Reyes joined the United States Marine Corps and was ultimately selected for (and passed) Marine Recon training. He served in Afghanistan, Iraq, and onboard the USS Dubuque.

After leaving the military in 2005, Reyes became a fitness trainer at a gym in San Diego. His acting roles included playing himself in Generation Kill (2008) and the TV Series Apocalypse Man, Ultimate Survival Alaska, and Spartan Race. He is also one of the interviewees of the 2020 documentary series Once Upon a Time in Iraq. He played Solomon Goodblood in a 2021 film “The Secret of Sinchanee.”

Reyes wrote the book, “Hero Living: Seven Strides to Awaken Your Infinite Power” (2009), with Angela Smith. He has also authored articles for OFFGRID magazine.

In 2016, Rudy Reyes founded the Force Blue Team, taking special operators- SEALS, Recon Marines, Pararescuemen, and Army Special Forces and teamed them up with scientists to rebuild and restore coral reefs.

To learn even more about Rudy or to connect with him, visit:

http://www.rudyreyes.com/

IG @realrudyreyes

http://www.forceblueteam.org

https://www.wearethemighty.com/mighty-trending/recon-marine-veteran-rudy-reyes-from-generation-kill-returns-to-tv/

Today he works as an author and public speaker, sharing his story and educating others about addiction. Each of his books are available for purchase on Amazon and can be found under the ‘Get Help’ tab on the main menu of paddictrecovery.com.

THE HIGHLIGHTS

• Pornography Addict for 25 years; Alcohol Addict for 21 years

• In Recovery and Relapse-Free since March 2014

• Alcohol Rehabilitation at Spencer Recovery Center, Palm Springs, Calif., March-June 2014 (including internship and group facilitation)

• Sex/Porn Addiction Rehabilitation at Sante Center for Healing, Argyle, Texas, May-July 2015

• Author, The Addiction Nobody Will Talk About: How I Let My Pornography Addiction Hurt People and Destroy Relationships

• Co-Author, He’s a Porn Addict…Now What? An Expert and a Former Addict Answer Your Questions

• Contributor of Sex/Porn Addiction Recovery Articles for TheFix.com and Recovery Today magazine

• Public Speaker on the Subject of Pornography Addiction

• Certified Betrayal Trauma Coach – Certification through The PBT Institute, New York

• Presenter at 4th International Conference on Addiction Research and Therapy, October 2020

• TEDx Talk Speaker, December 2020, “The Twisted Tentacles of Porn Addiction”

• Certified Life Coach through KEW Training Academy – Accredited by CTAA

To connect with Joshua: https://paddictrecovery.com/

To connect or follow Lafontant, you can check him out here: https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthe_nozzle/

Karen blends psychology and spirituality with leadership in order to transform the lives of countless Fortune 1000 leaders at work and home. Her book, The Connected Leader, shows us humans how to grow emotionally and spiritually using her 7 Strategies of Connection to become our best selves as parents, spouses, and leaders at work. The following is a list of those 7 strategies:

1. connecting consciously

2. listening deeply

3. exhibiting empathy

4. celebrating curiosity

5. demonstrating accountability

6. navigating chaos comfortably

7. walking with confidence

In the book, Karen shares that there is a human being crisis and that “connection” is the antidote. Yet, while we are wired to connect, most leaders do not know how to connect in healthy, sustainable, empowering, inspiring ways. Between self-discovery (connecting with ourselves in transformative ways) first and then with others, Karen shares seven key strategies for individuals, teams, and organizations who want to lead in resilient, authentic ways, channel the power of connection, and enhance their business metrics.

Her Story and How Leadership Can be Found in Anyone

Karen's mother was diagnosed with a terminal illness when Karen was 10. Her mother's illness paired with an abusive home life, financial struggles, and the need to constantly pretend everything was fine forced Karen to become an adult when she was far too young. She became a leader for her two siblings and eventually developed the seven attributes of leadership that her book is based around: connecting consciously, listening deeply, exhibiting empathy, celebrating curiosity, demonstrating accountability, navigating chaos comfortably, and walking with confidence.

To connect with Karen or to find her book, visit: https://karenjhardwick.com/

Prior to starting his coaching business, Jerry worked as a pharmacist and began facilitating leadership workshops in 2012. Today, Jerry offers a range of coaching services, which includes individual coaching, group workshops, and keynote presentations.

Jerry and I discuss some common mistakes people make with conflict, tips to resolve conflict effectively, and what led Jerry to pursue coaching full-time. Jerry talks about his decision to niche-down and focus his efforts on helping clients of Asian descent. We close the conversation with Jerry’s book recommendations. Additionally, he offers a free download that can help leaders approach conflict in a more effective way.

If you would like to connect with Jerry, visit his coaching website at https://www.adaptingleaders.com

This is an excellent episode. Mark and I dive into topics related to leadership development, ethics, and the mindset of successful people. We talk about his book, his app that was built to compliment his book, the program curriculum at MIT that he helped develop and what it entails. He tells me about three of his most successful students and some of the qualities that they all seemed to have in common.

If you’d like to connect with Mark or purchase his book, check out the many ways to do so:

Book:

Chapter synopsis and table of contents:

https://www.thecareertoolkitbook.com/synopsis

Social Media:

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

https://twitter.com/CareerToolkitBk @CareerToolkitBk

https://www.facebook.com/TheCareerToolkitBook @TheCareerToolkitBook

https://www.instagram.com/thecareertoolkit/ @thecareertoolkit

His app is completely free and you can download it here:

Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id1520119819

Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.thecareertoolkitapp&hl=en_US

He is a former top-three nationally-ranked track athlete, national cross country team winner, state championship-winning rugby player, environmental products entrepreneur, 10-year full-time meditating monk, Meisner trained actor, a philanthropist, and a graduate from the University of Auckland with a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing.

Raamon and I discuss his book, “The Science of Protection,” and some of it’s key take aways. We talk about his time as a monk and how he uses that experience to help high-achieving business leaders realize even higher levels of success.

He tells me how we can avert problems and predict opportunities based on our leadership behavior; how to improve our ability to take spontaneous right actions and increase our deserving power to get what we envision; and what prevents our effective decision-making as leaders.

If you’d like to connect with Raamon or purchase his book, visit: https://www.newmavericks.com

Michelle is an expert in helping Women Coaches and Thought Leaders in taking a step forward and unstuck from setbacks in life and in business to tell better stories and be brave to get seen, heard and hired!

Michelle Kuei was an 11-year-old student in rural Taiwan when a car running a red light completely altered her life’s trajectory. Through the long and painful process of recovery, Kuei made surprising discoveries about loss, identity, and personal strength—revelations that helped guide her through her journey as an immigrant to the United States. With radical honesty bolstering her storytelling, Kuei shows us how positive transformation can happen when we let go of self-pity, embrace our flaws, and learn to love ourselves.

Michelle and I have a great conversation about her journey, what it means to be authentic, overcoming adversity to achieve greatness, and how to cultivate courage as your everyday habit.

To learn more or to get connected with Michelle visit her website here: http://elevatelifecoaching.org

Lisa believes that leadership is not only about the people around you. It’s about leading yourself in a way that allows you to show up for your team as the best version of yourself. Her experience in Human Resources and her own health struggles have taught her the importance of the "dual paths" of leadership.

Lisa holds a Bachelor of Business Administration, is a Certified Human Resources Leader, a Certified DiSC and True Colors Facilitator, and holds a certificate in Advanced Dispute Resolution, and most recently a Distinguished Toastmaster.

Lisa and I have an amazing discussion that covers so many dynamics of leadership. We compare notes and share how we coach developing leaders. We even discuss personal experiences that have shaped those coaching techniques.

If you’d like to connect with Lisa, please visit her website here: https://lmwcoaching.ca/

His story is inspiring and includes details of his journey through recovery and advice he has applied to his own life. He describes himself as a hybrid athlete, but in some circles the term “extreme endurance athlete” would be used. He is currently training for the Forgotten Florida 100 which is a 100-mile foot race. His S.E.T. 22 endurance challenge consists of a 100-mile bicycle route, a 26.2-mile run/walk, and then flipping a 200-pound tractor tire 1-mile (about 600 times) all within a 24-hour period.

Geoff and I have a great conversation in this episode, but if you’d like to learn more about him or would like to connect with him, check him out here:

https://www.facebook.com/geoff.speyrer

https://www.instagram.com/geoffspeyrer/

A columnist with Entrepreneur and Forbes magazine, he has been featured in/on CBS, CTV, NBC, ABC, is a Forbes Coaches Council member, and is one of the few leaders featured twice on the popular Entrepreneur on Fire show. He has also interviewed over 5,000 of the world’s top leaders.

Corey and I discuss his life growing up and what put him on his current path. We talk about his speaking career and how he is so successful at helping others land speaking engagements around the world. He even provides a free gift to the audience. So, listen and take advantage of his offer.

To learn more about Corey or if you would like to connect with him, here are several links that will help:

http://thespeakingprogram.com/

http://thatspeakerguy.com/

http://www.thebookofwhy.com/

http://thebookofwhyaudio.com/

Ohio State University for psychology and neuroscience. After graduation, she moved to Fort Hood, TX for a job working on PTSD research studies with active-duty soldiers. This experience fueled her desire to provide comprehensive, research-informed PTSD treatment and put her on the path toward becoming a mental health counselor.

This episode explores different modalities for treating PTSD, my experience with PTSD, and Emily’s very personal journey from healing her own trauma to her current position in New Orleans. If you or someone you know is struggling with PTSD, this episode may offer some insight and hope.

Additional resources are available here: https://www.hollenbachleadership.com/resources

To connect with or learn more about Emily visit her profile here: Psychology

Today Profile

Steve went to the academy for the California Department of Corrections in 2000. He was assigned to the High Desert State Prison in Susanville, California. High Desert State Prison is a high security mission prison. Steve promoted to sergeant in 2005, and transferred to the infamous Pelican Bay State Prison in Crescent City, California. He promoted again to lieutenant in 2011, and then demoted back to sergeant in 2013.

Steve tells me about many of his roles within corrections; he has served on joint task forces, worked with K9s, he has been an investigator, and a training sergeant. During his time with the department of corrections he has always remained active in the fire service as a volunteer and in paid positions.

During our discussion Steve and I talk about how we met, PTSD and the stigma surrounding it, and of course leadership. This is a fascinating conversation that allows the listener a glimpse into the world of corrections officers serving in maximum security prisons.

Considered among the top B2B influencers by Adobe/Marketo, Gartner, IBM and Pega Systems, Drew has been a featured marketing expert on ABC News, CNBC, CBS Radio and Tony Robbins’ podcast among many others. He is also a frequent keynote speaker and moderator at industry conferences.

Drew officially founded Renegade in 1996. He earned a BA in history from Duke University, currently sits on the boards of the Urban Green Council and the Duke Alumni Association. An avid Ben Franklin fan, Drew’s favorite aphorism remains, “Well done is better than well said.”

This episode is far more than a discussion about marketing. Drew and I discuss philosophies that lead individuals and organizations to success. There are nuggets of wisdom throughout, leading our conversation to an awesome ending. I am sure fans of this show will gain quite a bit from Drew’s experience and wisdom.

For additional information or to connect with Drew visit his website here: https://renegade.com/

After college he decided to become a firefighter and serve in the same area he grew up in. SteveO and I discuss what it was like growing up in the area he did and what it is like working there as a firefighter now. He tells me some great stories of overcoming adversity and what it takes to stay poised and on track when your environment is less than ideal.

SteveO is an incredible example of perseverance and overcoming the odds. He regularly gives back to his community and has become somewhat of a social media influencer on Facebook and Instagram through positive and uplifting messages.

To learn more about SteveO Michel check out his social media accounts here:

https://www.facebook.com/steveo.michel

https://www.instagram.com/steveotattedup4/

During our conversation Nate and I discuss why breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and how it can improve your performance across the board. He tells me how his book can help with building muscle; training for fat loss; targeting specific visceral fat and why you need to start there; why being insulin resistant is killing you slowly; "performance eating" and why is it critical for entrepreneurs; how you know if you need a detox from sugar; the secret weapon for fat loss; the best supplement for recovery, sleep, and performance; how working with your body's natural biorhythms accelerates your fat loss results; and how to create energy on demand.

To learn more about Nate, check out his links below:

Website:

https://n8trainingsystems.com

http://milliondollarbodymethod.com

Social Media Links:

Facebook Profile: https://facebook.com/n8palmer

Facebook Community: https://n8trainingsystems.com/group

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/n8training/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/n8training

Instagram: https://instagram.com/n8training

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/N8TrainingSystems

Lathan is also the founder of Made for Purpose, a coaching and consulting firm dedicated to helping people push past corporate molds to uncover what they’re designed to do in this world. He has devoted his life to researching and articulating the importance of belonging.

Lathan and I have an amazing conversation about what it means to belong in the American Church, what most people don’t think about when they think about belonging, and of course we dive in to his background. He tells me about his book and how it came to be. This is a powerful episode and may be triggering for some. To learn more about Lathan, visit: https://kitcaster.com/lathan-craft/

In our conversation Chancellor tells me a little about his life, football career, and the path that led him to writing his first book. Chancellor is a great guest and has a great story. If you are interested in learning more about him or his book follow this link: https://www.chancellorkjackson.com/

Jodi and I talk about what “resilience” means and how to build resilience into culture. Jodi tells me how she helps people gain the ability to self-care and provide self-maintenance? We talk about some of the major behaviors or workplace norms that she has found to be problematic. Additionally, Jodi tells me what “Psychological Safety” is and why it is important.

For additional information or to order Jodi’s book please visit her website: https://www.jodiwoelkerling.com/

Dr. Denise founded The Own Your Amazing Movement as an extension of the message of finding your own voice and living your worth out loud. Through coaching, mentoring, and workshops, Dr. Denise empowers women to find their unique voice, live their worth out loud, and create amazing lives they love.

Dr. Denise tells me the story of how she found her own voice, she shares what the Own Your Amazing Movement is, and she tells me about her book. We have an amazing conversation that includes advice, philosophy, great stories, and some great laughs.

To learn more about Dr. Denise or to buy her book, visit her website:

www.ownyouramazingnow.com

We discuss his time in the US Army, what it was like growing up in Compton, and a few of his professional experiences that helped shape him as a leader. Darrell brings so much to this conversation. Whether you are an established leader or aspiring to lead others in some capacity, this conversation has real world applications that are useful to everyone.

If you would like to learn more about Darrell, please visit the link he has provided: https://speakerhub.com/speaker/darrell-williams

For more information visit: https://psychoproctology.libsyn.com/website

• What's the most objective and scientific understanding of what makes someone an asshole?

• How can we make better decisions and feel better about the decisions we make?

• How can I make my relationships work better?

• How can we stop assholes without becoming assholes in the process?

For more information visit: https://psychoproctology.libsyn.com/website

https://custommobile.app/

Minerva and I discuss her influences that led her to excel in so many areas of her life. She tells me about how she transitioned from student to the world of media. She talks about how important it is to know yourself. Part of the journey is discovering just that. Minerva goes on to outline a few tips to help women who aspire to succeed and thrive in male dominated organizations.

Learn more about Minerva and OMG Creative Solutions here:

https://omgcreativesolutions.com/

https://omgcreativesolutions.com/creative-conversations/

Lucas and I discussed his influences growing up in Argentina and how rugby helped him develop his leadership philosophy. He tells me about how adversity has helped him grow and become a better rugby player, entrepreneur, team leader, and man.

Learn more about Lucas and Uniqorn here: https://uniqornincubator.com/

His know-how is a result of over 20 years of international corporate life, two master’s degrees in human behavior change, and over 12 years helping leaders and their teams become their best selves to meet workplace challenges effectively.

He spends much of his time developing authentically courageous leadership through keynotes, workshops, and individual coaching.

In this episode, Eric tells me about his book and outlines what he calls: the 3 human predicaments, 3 critical foundations, and the 3 mindsets for courageous action. It is a great conversation that all students of leadership will enjoy.

Learn more about Eric or buy his book here: https://www.ericwinters.com.au/

We discuss the Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) Study and the statistics related to it. How do you approach leading a diverse team with the knowledge that many, if not all, of your team has experienced some form of trauma?

Kyle tells me how his wife taught him to be a better leader. We discuss the experiences of female leadership within the fire service compared to within the church. The fact that Kyle and I both have daughters allowed us to discuss how protecting our daughters from failure can be counter-productive and limiting their ability to develop healthy self-confidence.

For more information on Kyle Sullivan, check out his website:

https://www.kylejsullivan.com/

Trina shares the seven steps she outlines in her book that can help you create the life you deserve. We talk about her life growing up, her time in the military, her experiences that shaped her leadership philosophy, and the adversity she faced working within a male dominated environment. Additionally, we talk about our shared experiences regarding the importance of mentoring with boundaries.

Visit Trina’s website where you can listen to her podcast, purchase her book and download the complimentary companion workbook along with booking her to speak, provide training (in-person or virtual) or technology consulting services for your business.

https://trinalmartin.com/

• Talk a bit about your journey in relationship to heroism and personal power

• Why did you write this book?

• What does heroism mean to you?

• What does soulful power mean to you?

• You write that this book is for everyone but has a particular message for women. Why is that?

• What about men? What does a healthy masculine power look like?

• You write that you are an unlikely person to be talking about heroism. Tell us a little about your own journey.

• Any practices you recommend? Next steps people can take on their journey of empowerment?

More information about his work may be found at https://soulfulpower.com/Awakening-The-Soul-Of-Power-Book/

Book:

https://www.amazon.com/Awakening-Soul-Power-Heroically-Yourself/dp/1735059005

Robert and I discuss his book and he tells me what he means when he says, “Doubt the Doubt.” Robert talks about why defining what you want may not be easy and why celebrating your accomplishments is vital. We discuss the Butterfly Effect and the importance of being your authentic self; the why of how moving towards your success will keep you on track; being present is important, but what is being present? This is a great conversation and Robert makes his book available for free on his website. For additional information or to download his book, go to: https://robertriopel.com/

He previously worked as the Global Programme Coordinator for the International Save the Children Alliance Secretariat and as a Country Director and Health Sector Coordinator for different nonprofit private voluntary organizations including CARE and PLAN International in a range of countries including Ecuador, Bolivia, the Dominican Republic and the United Kingdom.

Mr. Wind began his career as a Rural Public Health U.S. Peace Corps Volunteer in Ecuador from 1980-1982, where he was widely known as "Doctor Alonzo." The Alonzo nickname stuck throughout life in many countries in Latin America, Africa and Asia.

His recent book “ANDEAN ADVENTURES: An Unexpected Search for Meaning, Purpose and Discovery Across Three Countries” has been a best-seller on Amazon and is available in paperback and ebook formats, in Spanish translation and an upcoming audio version.

Website: https://enableennoble.net

David holds his bachelor's in human resource management from Colorado State University and his master's in industrial / organizational psychology from the University of Maryland – College Park. He is a current doctoral candidate in business psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology where he is studying the interaction between meaningful work and burnout.

David tells me about his life growing up in Baltimore and how he believes his grandfather, a Holocaust survivor, helped shape who he is today. We talk about the meaning of life and how purpose is the balance between being and doing. We discuss the collective purpose of humankind. While this description lends itself to being thought of as a weighty conversation, it is easy to follow and understand due in part to David’s ability to tell a good story that is both interesting and illustrative.

To learn more about David Shar visit his website, his LinkedIn page, or email him directly:

https://www.illuminatepmc.com/

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

David@IlluminatePMC.com

The rapid growth of her consulting firm 304 Coaching has been largely due to Jennifer’s unconventional approach to building innovative workforce development solutions for companies who are facing breakthrough growth and accelerated hiring patterns.

She is a sought-after business strategist, specializing in start-ups and large value-based organizations. She assists her clients in building talent strategies that complement their business strategies to ensure exponential growth.

Jennifer tells me about her life growing up and her early influences. She also tells me about her professional growth and how great leaders and mentors helped her realize her true potential. Jennifer tells me about the Talent Cliff and how a Talent Strategy compliments a business strategy. We discussed the importance of communication and how it is used to create trust and safety in the work-place.

You can learn more about Jennifer Thornton here: https://304coaching.com/  and/or here https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferrthornton/

Tigrilla actually has the honor of being a Damanhur citizen in Italy — one of the largest spiritual eco-communities in the world. She uses her expertise to empower mission-driven leaders to achieve personal and professional success by integrating nature-inspired innovation in order to bring meaning to Life and make an impact with work. She is an influential speaker and mentor, running courses and workshops on reconnection with the plant kingdom. She has studied with some of the greatest minds in bio-inspired sciences, gaining a masters degree in Futuro Vegetale (Vegetal Future): plants, social innovation, design under Stefano Mancuso, University of Florence. She has also studied Biomimicry for Social Innovation and Product Development.

This conversation is one of the most interesting I have had. Among the previously mentioned topics that we discuss, Tigrilla and I talk about leadership evolution, leading holistically, how ecosystems can teach us about leadership, and something she calls “deep patterns.”

 To learn more about Tigrilla you can email her directly or visit her websites listed below:

Email: tigrilla@tigrillagardenia.com

Websites: www.tigrillagardenia.com

Naturally Conscious Community https://community.tigrillagardenia.com/

and here is her Flowering Tree Mentorship program https://tigrillagardenia.com/flowering-tree-lp/

Dr. Marissa’s newest book “8 Ways to Happiness from Wherever You Are” has hit 8 Bestseller Lists including #4 Denver Post and #1 Amazon and 4 Book Award Medals, becoming the foundation to her Happy88 Mission, helping 8 million more people be 88% happy in the next 8 years. To that end, Dr. Marissa, introduced to Oprah as the Asian Oprah, has been interviewed on NBC CBS ABC and FOX in Seattle, San Diego, Las Vegas and was featured on FOX DC as one of their Women's History Month highlights.

In our conversation she tells me a little about her childhood growing up in Canada, her advanced education after high school, her time as a professor, and she gives me some insight into what led her to write her latest book. Of course we discuss her book, what readers can expect to glean from it, and several ways one can acquire it.

WANT TO GET HAPPY with Dr. Marissa?! Here are several ways to stay connected with her.

Join Dr. Marissa's Happy88 Mission/Happy88 Tribe https://www.drmarissa.life/ and get free happy tips.

21 Day Fast from Complaining 

https://www.drmarissa.life/product-page/21-day-fast-from-complaining-challenge

YouTube Free Subscribe for front row seats to her award winning iHeartRadio CNBC/NBC show 458 consecutive weeks “Take My Advice, I’m Not Using It: Get Balanced with Dr. Marissa” aka the Asian Oprah...guests include Mary Ann from Gilligan’s Island RIP, 5-time guest and friend, Laila Ali, Fran Drescher, Corey Feldman and more. Thanks to a recent promotion, it is now the Morning Show broadcasting Live Prime time EVERY Weekday 8am PT on CNBC/NBC News Radio Channel KCAA AM 1050 FM 102.3 and 106.5 home to the Asian Oprah with broadcast coverage to 5 million people in Southern California and 193 nations steaming worldwide on all the major platforms including IHeartRadio iTunes Spotify Spreaker Stitcher and TikiLive TV! Contact Dr. Marissa if you would like to highlight your product, service, book or even yourself on her show for affordable rates!

Dr. Marissa also has a nonprofit 8 ways to Happiness 501(c) which helps children, teens and young adults who may have temporarily forgotten their birthright to happiness with free books about feelings and happiness. 

For every donation of $25 receive a free e-book of her beloved interactive children’s book Mommy What are Feelings? Illustrated by her own daughters when they were five and seven, this book encourages kids to draw and express the vibrant sound, the beautiful touch, the tantalizing sight and delicious taste of feelings! 

https://www.drmarissa.life/product-page/mommy-what-are-feelings-interactive-children-s-book 

And for every $10 receive a download of Dr. Marissa's newest baby, a short film The New PPP: Post Pandemic Possibilities  https://youtu.be/e40RWO2PgcY

Also, when you do your regular shopping on Amazon and use this link, prices are the same but Amazon will donate a small percentage to her nonprofit. 

Dr. Marissa was the Winner of the 2020 Excellence in Media Radio, 2016 Lotus Award, 2014 Asian Heritage Award, 2012 Asian Entrepreneur of the Year Award and the 2017 Iconic Women Creating a Better World for All, she is a sought after Global Thought Leader. Her Balance Tools include the 21 Day Fast from Complaining and Balance Tai QiQong, a moving mediation that promotes Inner Peace One Breath at a Time.

Dr. Marissa’s newest book “8 Ways to Happiness from Wherever You Are” has hit 8 Bestseller Lists including #4 Denver Post and #1 Amazon and 4 Book Award Medals, becoming the foundation to her Happy88 Mission, helping 8 million more people be 88% happy in the next 8 years. To that end, Dr. Marissa, introduced to Oprah as the Asian Oprah, has been interviewed on NBC CBS ABC and FOX in Seattle, San Diego, Las Vegas and was featured on FOX DC as one of their Women's History Month highlights.

In our conversation she tells me a little about her childhood growing up in Canada, her advanced education after high school, her time as a professor, and she gives me some insight into what led her to write her latest book. Of course we discuss her book, what readers can expect to glean from it, and several ways one can acquire it.

WANT TO GET HAPPY with Dr. Marissa?! Here are several ways to stay connected with her.

Join Dr. Marissa's Happy88 Mission/Happy88 Tribe https://www.drmarissa.life/ and get free happy tips.

21 Day Fast from Complaining 

https://www.drmarissa.life/product-page/21-day-fast-from-complaining-challenge

YouTube Free Subscribe for front row seats to her award winning iHeartRadio CNBC/NBC show 458 consecutive weeks “Take My Advice, I’m Not Using It: Get Balanced with Dr. Marissa” aka the Asian Oprah...guests include Mary Ann from Gilligan’s Island RIP, 5-time guest and friend, Laila Ali, Fran Drescher, Corey Feldman and more. Thanks to a recent promotion, it is now the Morning Show broadcasting Live Prime time EVERY Weekday 8am PT on CNBC/NBC News Radio Channel KCAA AM 1050 FM 102.3 and 106.5 home to the Asian Oprah with broadcast coverage to 5 million people in Southern California and 193 nations steaming worldwide on all the major platforms including IHeartRadio iTunes Spotify Spreaker Stitcher and TikiLive TV! Contact Dr. Marissa if you would like to highlight your product, service, book or even yourself on her show for affordable rates!

Dr. Marissa also has a nonprofit 8 ways to Happiness 501(c) which helps children, teens and young adults who may have temporarily forgotten their birthright to happiness with free books about feelings and happiness. 

For every donation of $25 receive a free e-book of her beloved interactive children’s book Mommy What are Feelings? Illustrated by her own daughters when they were five and seven, this book encourages kids to draw and express the vibrant sound, the beautiful touch, the tantalizing sight and delicious taste of feelings! 

https://www.drmarissa.life/product-page/mommy-what-are-feelings-interactive-children-s-book 

And for every $10 receive a download of Dr. Marissa's newest baby, a short film The New PPP: Post Pandemic Possibilities  https://youtu.be/e40RWO2PgcY

Also, when you do your regular shopping on Amazon and use this link, prices are the same but Amazon will donate a small percentage to her nonprofit. 

https://smile.amazon.com/ch/85-1103967

Feel free to share this link with friends and family. It will help her mission tremendously thank you❣️

If you are social, Dr. Marissa is active on FB, LinkedIn, and Twitter as DrMarissa and Instagram is Doc Balance. She also has a Facebook group for the 21 day fast from complaining.

If you’ve always wanted to be a radio show host, or write a book, or start a coaching business, she has programs to that end as well. She also has a personalized Get Happy course for anyone who wants to be happier than they are now.

Finally, just for this show's listeners, if you purchase a signed copy or audio book copy of her #1 best seller "8 Ways to Happiness from Wherever You Are," you will receive either the Children’s book or the film!!!!

https://www.drmarissa.life/product-page/8-ways-to-happiness-from-wherever-you-are

As you can see, Dr. Marissa is a one stop splatter zone for more Hope and Happiness because that is her Happy88 mission... 88 million more happy people in the next 8 years!! 

Shannon and I discuss her book, her influences, her experiences (both good and bad) that shaped her life, and dig deep into what grit is and how important it is in leadership and life.

To learn more about Shannon and all that she offers, visit her website here: https://www.shannonpolson.com/

You are not broken and You are not alone

In this episode John and I discuss his philosophy on leadership and some of his influences that helped him achieve so much. He tells me about his experiences leading people and teaching people to lead. This is a great conversation with real world applications that can help anyone improve their leadership abilities. To learn more about John visit his website here:

https://www.corporateactionhero.com/

https://www.seantylerfoley.com/

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Among his many credentials, Hugh is certified in Aircraft Firefighting, Marine Firefighting, Wild Land firefighting, Aero-Medical Treatment/Transportation, Rescue Scuba Diver, and a multitude of other fire and emergency medical services related accreditation’s. He also holds a College Degree in Emergency Medical Services. In 2015 he retired from MDFR and remains in the reserve firefighter program with Miami Dade Fire Rescue, where he stays involved by volunteering his time mentoring and teaching classes. Hugh also serves as the IASIS Technologies Fire/ Military/Clinical Team Advisor and is a certified IASIS trainer. Most recently, Hugh authored and delivered the IASIS Technologies foundation training curriculum geared directly toward Physicians/Psychologies/Healthcare Professionals delivering the technology. Having a love for the Fire Service and wanting to put his many years of service to work, in August of 2020 Hugh accepted a position as The Deputy Fire Chief for The City of Boynton Beach Fire Rescue. He worked diligently toward revamping BBFR’s CISM and peer support team policies.

Jackie is a 30-year veteran of the Fire Service where she retired as a Fire Captain/Paramedic with Miami Dade Fire Rescue. While serving her community, she treated medical and trauma patients as a first responder. As well as the Fire Service, she worked with Hollywood Memorial in the Emergency Room in the adult and pediatric department and Air Ambulance, transporting ill and injured patients all over the world.

Jackie began her career with Lauderdale Lakes Fire Department in 1987 where she learned to manage a large elderly community with significant health issues. In 1992 she moved onto Miami Dade Fire Rescue. Being with a large Metropolitan Fire Department, she quickly moved up the ranks to Fire Captain/Paramedic. She also became active in the departments SCUBA dive team which rescues persons involved in water accidents like drowning, boating accidents and submerged cars with persons trapped. With the natural capacity to teach, she assisted in the training of the fire department’s Trauma Transport Protocol throughout the department for nearly two years.

Today, Jackie is a co-founder of Mended Minds, where she’s focused on continuing to give back to the community. She is also active with the non-profit organization, ProJecto de Amor a Jesus, which helps the underprivileged in Haiti and the Dominican Republic.

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Today I am talking with Lieutenant paramedic, Andre Perez. He is a 22 year, well, almost 22 year veteran of orange County fire rescue getting hired back in April of 1999. I think you did have some previous [00:01:00] fire department experience before coming to orange County.

I did. I did. Yep. I worked at a small department in Palm beach County called Pahokee, and I was there about six and a half years. Did you just make that name up? I did not, but they no longer exist. So they still have the history and, uh, they were actually taken over by Palm beach County several years ago.

So you have been the president of local 2057 for how many years? Um, I've been president for about seven years now and that's in totality. Cause I think you took. A little bit of a break, right? Yeah. Um, I call it a, I call it timeout, if you will. I, uh, I served one term and our terms are three years and, um, I ran for reelection and did not win.

So I was out for about a year and a half. [00:02:00] Um, that person ended up having to step down and I was asked to come back and, um, so I came back and had been president ever since. All right. And you worked your way, as you know, I think you started off as just a union rep and then became secretary and then vice-president and so on and so forth.

Yep. Um, so it started out, um, Actually was being precepted by Jason Brown to become a paramedic. And, uh, he worked his way to become the union vice president at the time. Um, so he would talk to me about all the cases and things like that. And he actually recruited me to be a staff representative. So he hired me on his staff.

Um, then, uh, after a few years I became the secretary in 2007. That's an elected position. Um, after five years almost completing my second term, um, decided to [00:03:00] run for president. So, um, in 2012 is when I first became president altogether. It's been about 19 years working for the union in some capacity. So staff, uh, secretary and then president.

Okay. Yeah. I thought for some reason that you had, uh, actually served as vice-president, but when you were elected president. Who was your vice-president Darrell McChrystal? That's right. Darryl McChrystal was actually, uh, the force that held down the union, um, in the sense of creating stability when we didn't have a stable, um, uh, person at the president level.

So, um, and what I mean by that is we just had, you know, some very short terms, uh, presidents at the time, and Darrell [00:04:00] McChrystal as the vice president always stepped up to be the interim. And, uh, he always helped the incoming president, um, with advice leadership and those types of things to make sure that the ship didn't sink, uh he's uh, he's somewhat of a legend and.

The, the state of Florida, as far as unions go, like what, I know he held a position at the state. Yeah, he was, um, he was our district vice president at the state level. Um, here covering the, all the locals in central Florida. Um, I believe he served for two, uh, maybe two and a half terms, um, at that level. And, uh, it is important to note that while he was serving the vice-president at the state level, he was still always the vice president.

I'm here with our local 2057. It's pretty incredible. But the one thing that I [00:05:00] wanted to get into at some point is recognize how much the, the international and the state level, um, The role that they play in developing their union officers at conventions and or conferences, that sort of thing, the different leadership classes.

And, um, I know working can in the union for 19 years, the amount of classes that you've I had to have gone to is pretty extensive. Yeah, I will have to give the international credit and, um, even our state level piggybacks off of the international’s classes, um, as we do here in the local...]]>Software Generated Transcript; may contain spelling and grammatical errors

Today I am talking with Lieutenant paramedic, Andre Perez. He is a 22 year, well, almost 22 year veteran of orange County fire rescue getting hired back in April of 1999. I think you did have some previous [00:01:00] fire department experience before coming to orange County.

I did. I did. Yep. I worked at a small department in Palm beach County called Pahokee, and I was there about six and a half years. Did you just make that name up? I did not, but they no longer exist. So they still have the history and, uh, they were actually taken over by Palm beach County several years ago.

So you have been the president of local 2057 for how many years? Um, I've been president for about seven years now and that's in totality. Cause I think you took. A little bit of a break, right? Yeah. Um, I call it a, I call it timeout, if you will. I, uh, I served one term and our terms are three years and, um, I ran for reelection and did not win.

So I was out for about a year and a half. [00:02:00] Um, that person ended up having to step down and I was asked to come back and, um, so I came back and had been president ever since. All right. And you worked your way, as you know, I think you started off as just a union rep and then became secretary and then vice-president and so on and so forth.

Yep. Um, so it started out, um, Actually was being precepted by Jason Brown to become a paramedic. And, uh, he worked his way to become the union vice president at the time. Um, so he would talk to me about all the cases and things like that. And he actually recruited me to be a staff representative. So he hired me on his staff.

Um, then, uh, after a few years I became the secretary in 2007. That's an elected position. Um, after five years almost completing my second term, um, decided to [00:03:00] run for president. So, um, in 2012 is when I first became president altogether. It's been about 19 years working for the union in some capacity. So staff, uh, secretary and then president.

Okay. Yeah. I thought for some reason that you had, uh, actually served as vice-president, but when you were elected president. Who was your vice-president Darrell McChrystal? That's right. Darryl McChrystal was actually, uh, the force that held down the union, um, in the sense of creating stability when we didn't have a stable, um, uh, person at the president level.

So, um, and what I mean by that is we just had, you know, some very short terms, uh, presidents at the time, and Darrell [00:04:00] McChrystal as the vice president always stepped up to be the interim. And, uh, he always helped the incoming president, um, with advice leadership and those types of things to make sure that the ship didn't sink, uh he's uh, he's somewhat of a legend and.

The, the state of Florida, as far as unions go, like what, I know he held a position at the state. Yeah, he was, um, he was our district vice president at the state level. Um, here covering the, all the locals in central Florida. Um, I believe he served for two, uh, maybe two and a half terms, um, at that level. And, uh, it is important to note that while he was serving the vice-president at the state level, he was still always the vice president.

I'm here with our local 2057. It's pretty incredible. But the one thing that I [00:05:00] wanted to get into at some point is recognize how much the, the international and the state level, um, The role that they play in developing their union officers at conventions and or conferences, that sort of thing, the different leadership classes.

And, um, I know working can in the union for 19 years, the amount of classes that you've I had to have gone to is pretty extensive. Yeah, I will have to give the international credit and, um, even our state level piggybacks off of the international’s classes, um, as we do here in the local level, um, our union at the international level, um, probably provides the best education to its members.

And it definitely pays off, especially when you have, uh, you know, termination cases and things like [00:06:00] that, uh, labor relations. Um, so every convention, um, that we go to, there's always some form of education. Um, the convention may last two days and then we may have two or three days of classes. Um, and you know, those classes are covered by our, um, uh, Not only our dues, but the registration fees for the actual convention.

So we'd like to take advantage of those things. Um, another thing that's very important, not only the leadership side, but the health and safety side as well. They, uh, offer equally as many classes. So definitely attended a lot of classes and, uh, definitely tried to pass that on to newer e-board members so we can keep it going here at the local level.

Awesome. Well, I want to dive in a little bit to, you know, just really your [00:07:00] history and your experiences that have helped you develop, um, as not only a fire officer, but, uh, a union officer. Um, so let's go, let's go back to your beginnings. Um, where, where were you born? Where did you grow up at? Tell me a little bit about your, your life growing up.

All right. Um, not really too interesting other than, um, I was born in Frankfurt, West Germany. My dad was in the military and, uh, from there we were there several years. And from there, we went to Spain, uh, went to kindergarten and first grade in Spain, uh, before we, uh, came back to the United States. So when we came back to the United States, we landed in South Carolina, uh, was there for a couple of years and, uh, my parents ended up getting divorced.

Um, my mom came down here to Florida. We stayed with some friends. Um, she was a single [00:08:00] parent with three kids, uh, three young kids at the time. And, um, basically been in Florida the entire time since, um, grew up here in Orlando and, uh, um, I think my fire service career began in Pahokee while actually big. I began as a volunteer for Osceola County, uh, volunteered for about two years.

Uh, wanted to see if I liked the fire service or not before I committed to actually going to school. Um, so I did and ended up going to school and. I applied to every state, every department in the state. And I said, I was just going to go to the very first place that called me. Um, back then, I remember orange County fire rescue was dealing with some layoffs and my personal opinion or thought was, um, if I'm going to be a brand new firefighter coming out of school with no experience, I'm probably not going to be as [00:09:00] high ranking on a hiring list when all these, uh, firefighters were being laid off from orange County.

So I got hired in Pahokee. Um, I was, uh, just turning 21 years old and, um, it was, uh, very eye-opening to say the least. It was a five person department, one station. We had a chief, we had a captain and both of those positions were 40 hours. The captain was actually the fire inspector for the city. And we had three shift personnel who were the firefighters and the workforce was supplemented by on-call, um, volunteers.

So I was a shift firefighter. Um, I got trained by the person I was replacing, uh, never driven an engine before and never pumped an engine before, got a three-day class on how to do everything. Um, at least get everything [00:10:00] in, uh, you know, set the engine to pump and all those kinds of things. And then the volunteers came and helped out.

Then I went and got my classes, um, afterwards, um, after about three years there, um, I was promoted to Lieutenant. Um, our captain had left the department and, uh, the fire chief had made me the Lieutenant and which subsequently by default made me the fire inspector for the city. So before he did that, I ended up taking all my classes and, uh, Got some nice quick on the job training and, um, was Lieutenant down there for a couple of years before I got hired back up here in orange County, came back home.

Nice. So I've been here ever since. So you have, uh, you have two siblings and where do you rank in the hierarchy? There? I'm the oldest. Okay. [00:11:00] I actually have, um, three siblings. The youngest one came after. Um, I came back up here. Well, actually he's, uh, he's my half-brother and he is now 31 years old. So three siblings.

Nice. And what was your, your dad in the army? My dad, uh, began in the army and I don't know how long he was in the army before he, uh, changed over to the Navy. Okay. Now, growing up, what, uh, what was your family like close, I mean, w J have a lot of interaction with grandparents, aunts, uncles. Um, I would say we were close on my mom's side of the family.

Um, even though my parents ended up getting divorced, I didn't really see any, you know, hostility or anything like that, uh, [00:12:00] growing up. Um, but when he, when they split up, I basically lost contact with them for many years. It must've been at least 10, 15 years before we even. Made contact with each other, again, really not much contact with my dad's side of the family growing up, um, basically was a momma's boy.

Uh, she taught me a lot of things at a very young age. Um, taught me how to balance checkbooks, uh, about bills and all those kinds of things. Um,

yeah. Yeah. And then, uh, so we've been pretty close on, on my mom's side of the family. Sum it up. So what are some of your fondest memories growing up? I would have to say spending time with my brothers and my sister, as you know, we get older and we move away and things like that. Uh, I actually moved out when I was 18 years old, so I missed the, um, Some of the [00:13:00] later years of that.

Um, but definitely, you know, playing outside and doing those things that a lot of the kids don't do these days, you know, um, and still kinda missed that where, um, so I grew up in central Florida as well. What high school did you get to? I went to Osceola high school for a year, um, in Kasumi. Um, and then I went to gateway high school.

Um, now I came in Orlando. I was in, in junior high school and I went to Liberty and had I stayed in Orlando. I would have been a colonial high school. All right. Who or what had the biggest influence on your life's trajectory? You know, kind of what, what took you, uh, from high school and to decide, and you know, maybe this fire service, um, might be the career for me.

Really, it's not a glamorous [00:14:00] story. Um, but interestingly enough, uh, I worked with, I used to work at the olive garden. I started there when I was 16 years old and I was as a bus boy. And one of the guys I worked with said that, uh, he was going to the, to the fire Academy. Uh, another guy that I worked with, I was talking about it or debating on whether to go to the police Academy or the fire Academy on my mom's side of the family.

We have a lot of teachers and a lot of police officers in the family. So that's why I was kind of leaning towards becoming a police officer. And the one guy I worked with, he was like, you know, a lot of people don't really care for cops too much. Everybody loves a fireman. And as cliche as that, as that sounds, that basically, uh, Steered me in the direction of going to the fire Academy.

Of course, I knew nothing about the fire service and the EMS side of the service. Um, and that's why I became a volunteer first. Um, my mom took me [00:15:00] to a couple of fire stations in Kissimmee to talk with the guys and, and find out where, you know, where I could volunteer at. And they directed me over to Osceola County, which, um, station 11 in, uh, one of Ventura lakes.

And that's where I interviewed with the panel to become a volunteer. And then, like I said, I was there for two years. Also, did not, was not interested in the EMS side of the fire service, but I've quickly found out that you had at least be an EMT to be a professional firefighter. So I went ahead and did that.

And then after being an EMT for 10 years, I think I got bored. And after looking around, I was honestly thinking, you know, I can not only do this, but I think I could do it better than some of the people that I was witnessing. And I think all of us, at some point have that feeling, or you have to have that sense of feeling like, Hey, I can do that better.

And that strategy to be better at what you're doing. So, [00:16:00] yep. Yeah. I would agree with that. And, uh, just through my own personal experience, I, I know that well, I've, I've witnessed you on calls, uh, as a firefighter paramedic as a Lieutenant paramedic. Um, and, and I would also say that your experience as a paramedic running those larger EMS calls, I, I would imagine prepared you for your position, uh, as a Lieutenant, um, you're.

Well-respected as a, as a paramedic, not only as a firefighter or Lieutenant, but I take my hat off to you for, for being one of those paramedics that people look up to. And how many years did you serve as a, as a priest? Um, I'm still currently a preceptor. Um, let's see. I was on the department for three [00:17:00] years before I went to paramedic school and then another three years.

So probably about 16 years or so. Yeah, as a preceptor.

Pretty cool. Um, in the fire service, we've, you know, being in the department for 20 something years, we all have those. Those influential senior firefighters, uh, fire officers that kinda help mentor us and get us on our feet and, uh, doing what we do. Who would you say had the biggest influence on you and your career?

Uh, I would definitely have to say, uh, Jason Brown, Jason Brown is a firefighter paramedic and he just recently retired. Um, but he was also, [00:18:00] uh, my preceptor and learned a lot from him, um, early on, and also watched him as the vice-president of the union. So I also got to see some leadership in a different role other than, you know, the normal rank structure or being an engineer, a Lieutenant or captain or, or battalion chief.

He definitely had a. A great influence on how I control things on the scenes, how I treat people, um, as patients, um, the type of care that I want to give to the citizens and things like that. Um, and that was, that was a direct, um, lesson that I had on a daily basis. Orange County at the time was an innovator in the in-house paramedic program.

I believe in, in, across the country, they were one of the first departments to have to put on their own school or their own class. Um, and I was part of that class. [00:19:00] And at that time they assigned the student to the preceptor for the entire year. So I had a full year of contact with, uh, Jason Brown. And like I said, I learned a lot, um, you know, these days we, uh, student only gets really about 10 shifts or so, and then there, you know, Signed off on a protocol test and signed off on skills, and then they're ready to go.

So both on the, on the EMS side, I would have to say Jason Brown and as well on the union side, early on, uh, Jason Brown and then a couple of people have come along the way after that at the time Lieutenant Jose Guy Anza Jr. Was my Lieutenant for a period of time. Definitely learned quite a bit from him and a Lieutenant.

Robert Lee also, I'd like to mention as a, one of my lieutenants, uh, both of those gentlemen, um, moved their way up the ranks and became chiefs. And, uh, and now, um, chief [00:20:00] Diane's is the chief of another department. So that's nice to see. And I think Robert we is, is teaching in his retirement. As far as chiefs go.

I would definitely hands down have to say that, uh, chief auto droves, the third had the biggest impact on my, uh, not only my career. In the fire service. And maybe we could get into that a little bit later, but as a union officer, he came in orange County as the fire chief as I was coming in as the union president.

So I definitely learned a lot from him. And, uh, sometimes the members didn't understand what I was doing. Um, but there was always an end game and, uh, I respect his style and, uh, he definitely cares about people and, uh, he definitely has earned not only my respect, but I think everybody in the apartment, as you know, you work here with us as well.

Um, respected him as a fire chief. Absolutely. [00:21:00] Yeah, Seminole County and they, uh, they leaned out a good one during your, your career and orange County. What has. And if you're comfortable talking about what has been maybe the greatest challenge in your personal or professional life, uh, that you've had to overcome.

And how did you overcome that? So personally, obviously the work-life balance was difficult at the very beginning. Uh, when I first became president, I wanted to, or I thought I could solve all the problems, make everybody happy and things like that. And within about two weeks, I found out that management was pulling me left, right.

Go here, you know, can you do this? Can you do that? And, um, after about two weeks I was, I was borne out and I actually had to step back and [00:22:00] rest, take a deep breath. And start organizing things, um, kind of like we would on a scene or anything or anything else over time, I've learned how to delegate a little bit better.

Um, so I think that has been the key to this way. I can have some time at home with my family. Um, so, uh, You know, that work-life balance, definitely. Especially with the union, uh, people calling all mornings, evenings, afternoons, and the same with, you know, management, HR. It can get a little taxing on the home life.

So learned to surround myself with some good people. And we've like, you know, we've all gone to all the training classes and things like that in the seminars. So now we're pretty much, at least at the officer level, we're all pretty equally trained. I'd like to think, and I'm able to delegate some of those things, um, a little bit better.

So, so learning the delegation on that side, um, definitely helped [00:23:00] with the, with the home life at work. Um, I would have to say,

yeah, I guess it also ties into the union, um, learning that you just can't make everybody happy. Uh, we went through a strong division, um, Probably about 10, 15 years ago within the union, a lot of infighting, um, and things like that. And a lot of hate was going on, um, between the members. And I came in at the tail end of that.

So it was very difficult to try and bring everybody together and start, you know, working together and acting as union brothers and sisters again. So that was a, another challenge, um, that I had to face. And, uh, to that, I would just say, you know, time heals wounds. And, uh, the only thing you can do is, uh, [00:24:00] keep doing the best.

You can try and earn the respect of the ones. You know, you can earn the respect from and realize that no matter what you do, some people, you know, may not like what you do your style or, or your policy. Um, but if you give it 110% and maybe you can get their respect. What would you say the, the main reason for the division early on is just like personal differences or, uh, I will have to say, and I'll just keep it general.

Um, there was always, uh, not always, there were some allegations of, of some union officers doing improper things. Okay. So maybe just mistrust kind of thing. Sure. Yep. And I think that spilled out into the membership. Um, and you know, of course there's always two sides to the story. And I think a lot of people did not understand really what was going on [00:25:00] and, you know, some people blew things out of proportion that weren't correct.

But, uh, you know, that wasn't for me to judge, just try to bring everybody back together and, um, move on what has been, or what is. You...]]>db795ea0-e23b-494f-8d8e-2a9acf9d8a1dFri, 12 Mar 2021 05:00:00 -050001:20:06truefull2727David R. Hollenbach, IIIInterview with Mauro Porcelli, retired firefighter and author of "Surviving the Firehouse"Mauro Porcelli is a retired Orlando Fire Department firefighter and author of "Surviving the Firehouse." In this episode we discuss his 25 year career in the fire service that began with the Marion County Fire Department. We discuss his amazing book that has become a tool that fire chiefs use to prepare their newly hired firefighters for life in the fire department. Mauro shares his experiences growing up in New York and his trajectory in public safety. We discuss some of the particular lessons that he details in his book as well as some valuable leadership lessons that anyone can employ. Check out his social media here: https://www.facebook.com/Surviving-the-Firehouse-177999563130578/

or you can contact Mauro Porcelli here: survivingthefirehouse@gmail.com

For additional information visit her organization’s website: https://crisisnegotiation.us/peer-support-programs/

Kelly gives a little bit of insight into what led her to be involved with the fire service. We talk about her leadership philosophy and some of her influences. She tells me some of her inspirational experiences while working in her current capacity at the Center. It is at the Center of Excellence that North America's Professional Firefighters are able to receive treatment for PTSD, substance abuse, and assistance with other mental health related needs.

Kelly and I discuss the resources and treatments available at the Center or through the Center and how to connect with them.

We discuss the research component of the Center's mission and how it is helping improve treatment approaches in the future.

We talk about the clinicians employed at the Center; their qualifications and experience and the resilience training that they receive in order to stay healthy themselves.

We discuss research from the A.C.E. study and how it influences the approaches used at the Center. https://americanspcc.org/how-childhood-trauma-can-affect-mental-and-physical-health-into-adulthood/  

Throughout the podcast Kelly shares different resources available to firefighters and their families. Those resources are as follows:

https://www.iaffrecoverycenter.com/hotline/   844-677-2605

https://www.iaffrecoverycenter.com/community-education/

https://www.iaffrecoverycenter.com/outreach/kelly-savage/

https://www.iaffrecoverycenter.com/hotline/ptsd-mental-health/

Michael Freeman has a Master’s Degree in Social Work and is a licensed clinical social worker in central Florida. Not only is he a social worker, but he is an executive coach and a life coach, an organizational consultant and a community social worker. In addition to all of that, he works with teams and organizations in the areas of change management, culturally competent leadership development, and diversity, inclusion, equity and social justice. He served as a member of the faculty and staff at the University of Central Florida for over 10 years, where he was the Lead Coordinator of Education and Training for Wellness and Health Promotion Services. Michael’s community involvement centers around service to the Harbor House of Central Florida which is Orange County’s Center against Domestic Violence, the Zebra Coalition, and the Central Florida Human-Trafficking Task Force, where he serves as co-chair for the LGBTQ Human Trafficking Sub-Committee. You are a key member of the team over at the OUAC as well. The Orlando United Assistance Center (OUAC) offers support and resources to those impacted by the Pulse tragedy. The City of Orlando, Orange County Government and Heart of Florida United Way came together and formed the OUAC with its primary mission to connect individuals and families with community resources to assist with healing.

Dario Donahoo is an engineer/driver operator with Orange County Fire Rescue and a close personal friend. Dario began his career in the fire service with Orange County in 2011. He has a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University of Central Florida and is a Major in the Air Force Reserve. He has served in some of the busiest stations in Orange County and he was one of the people who helped me develop the curriculum for OC’s leadership program. He has served in leadership positions throughout his time in the Air Force and Air Force Reserve. He is a veteran of the war’s in Iraq and Afghanistan. As an active duty officer, he has been deployed 3 times; Afghanistan, Niger, and JPED (Joint Personnel Effects Depot) in Aberdeen, Maryland. Additionally, he has been one of my mentors and a voice of reason when I couldn’t find it within myself. He is an amazing leader and a humble man who serves as an example for many men and women within the fire service and the armed forces.