Change can be a great thing, especially if it progresses a current situation or set of data facts for the overall good. And as such, we're doing an episode that hasn't been done and is long overdue - ASK ME ANYTHING!

We have all heard and seen how LinkedIn has evolved into the the business focused social media platform and we've probably felt some pressure to engage, either through comments, posting and the trendy - digital content creation.

Even the term - Digital Content is amorphous enough that it encompasses as much definition as the Cloud (Yes, nod to my techie friends).

So....what questions do you have? NONE are too basic or out there! In fact, the more bizarre the question, the more fun!

Here's something to #GnawOnThis to kickstart some convos:

* Who should be creating "content"

* Isn't putting yourself out there, more self indulging at its roots?

* Who cares to listen to me?

* Could I be destroying my brand or my company's brand (employee and owner alike)

* What is considered appropriate messagine these days?

This week's guests:

Avil Beckford at The Invisible Mentor

Andrew Deutsch with Fangled Group

Mike Ashabraner on LinkedIn: @redneck1

#podcast #podcasting #digitalcontent #business #leadership #marketing #youtube

(Show 'em where you're from)

Show the world we are one (One, love, life)" - Pitbull, "We Are One"

SURPRISE! We're doing a special Saturday livestream!

Jay Fairbrother, Executive VP of Chapter Chairs, Global Leaders Organization joins The MIC is Listening! for a casual conversation on the importance community and collaboration for executive leadership and entrepreneurship.

It can be lonely at times to find peers that understand your challenges.

But it doesn't have to be that way.

Join the conversation on how networking on platforms like LinkedIn are a great value add to business organizations like Global Leaders Organization to facilitate warm meetings in real life (aka. IRL) and building deeper relationships with Forums!

Questions to #GnawOnThis (yes, I'm referencing another #podcast...)

* How important is building a network of peers and mentors in real life to you?

* Has the pandemic changed the way we view building business relationships, ie. virtually or IRL?

* What are YOU looking for in a business community? Referrals? Mentorship? Mentoring? Collaboration?

#podcast #livestream #business #networking #socialsaturday

And I built this balustrade

To keep you home, to keep you safe"

- The Decemberists, "Here I Dreamt I Was An Architect"

If you aren't familiar with The Decemberists, seriously give a a song or two a listen. They are amazing. And even better live.

So let's talk about dreams, the future and what that actually means to us. We've seen Hollywood depiction of hyper sleek, fully automated and perhaps sprinkle in the ever popular, dystopian world.

But how can we even get there? Maybe the answer lies in some of the current innovation trends we see today. We've all heard the term "Smart Cities" and we certainly know that practically everything we buy is bluetooth enabled or connected over wifi.

• So, what does this mean?
• Are we still in the dream stage?
• What are OUR Dreams for the future?

Joyce Deuley (She/Hers), Sr. Research & Content Analyst with Zpryme joins The MIC is Listening! to chat about some cool visionary stuff and quite frankly, we HAVE to talk about The Decemberists because they are really that cool.

#podcasts #podcast #business #innovation #technology

I have run through the fields.....

I have scaled these city walls...

But I still haven't found what I'm looking for....."

-U2, "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking"

Oh, let's hope that those that are up to NO GOOD DO NOT find what they are looking for!

We're talking #cybersecurity with John Gormally, Cybersecurity Blogger, Podcast Host, "At The Corner of Cyber and Blog," and cycling enthusiast!

Anyone that has a business or anyone that touches a keyboard is vulnerable to all the nefarious schemes from people who want to steal your data, reputation and money. Let's make it harder for them and commit to being informed!

Have questions for us at The MIC is Listening!? Hit us up!

#podcast #business #security

You can get it wrong and still you think that it's alright

Think of what I'm saying

We can work it out and get it straight or say good night" - The Beatles, "We Can Work It Out"

How many times have you had days when you have to stop yourself from really typing what you think? Or if you are in a meeting and you grit your teeth because you fundamentally disagree with the topic at hand.

We've all been there. And it's not fun.

Leslie Nydick, The Conflict Strategist joins The MIC is Listening! to share her insights on how we can best address challenges that will inevitably arise in our relationships.

***************************************************

Got questions on maximizing digital content? I've got answers!

#podcast #business #leadership #conflict

A lot can be said about what motivates us and for each individual, it's vastly unique. Yet as much as we are different, so much foundational traits are the same. What are they?

Ernie "Ernburn" Harker is joining The MIC is Listening! to share his insights on how he arrived at the incredible ball of energy he is today and how every single one of us can achieve our respective goals with the gusto that is unique in all of us!

Book the Ernburn Here: https://ernburn.com/

The MIC is Listening! livestreams on Wednesdays at 10:00am CST on LinkedIn, YouTube and Facebook!

**********************

Got questions on creating digital content and making it LAST for your marketing strategy? Feel free to connect and reach out!

#podcast #podcasting #marketing #brand #branding #content

#youtube

Gonna be tonight

Don't you know I'm flyin'

Tonight, tonight" - Creedence Clearwater Revival, "Hey, Tonight"

How did you fall into your career or calling?

There are days when the path to our respective successes veers to the left and right, up and down and backwards and sideways, seemingly anywhere BUT straight.

And that's ok.

Sam Liebowitz, Executive Producer, TalkRadio.NYC joins The MIC is Listening! to share his insights on the intersection of radio, podcasts and the internet. Much like the twists and turns of entrepreneurship and technology, Sam shares some great insights on being forgotten and horrible business decisions.

Kindly LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and Pop the NOTIFICATION BUTTON for EVERY WEDNESDAY at 10:00am CST

Have Questions for TalkRadio.NYC?

Website: talkradio.nyc

Facebook: @talkradionyc

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talkradionyc/

Instagram: @talkradionyc

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl5pV2espnw9hBK9rSlj7cQ

SnapChat: @talkradionyc

Twitter: @talkradionyc

#podcast #youtube #radio #follow #technology #cybersecurity #business #leadership #entrepreneurship

Why can't they just say what they mean

Come clean, listen and talk" - Wilco, "Spiders"

First off - Wilco is awesome.

Second - You can't two bigger advocates to helping clients talk about what is important to them and sharing stories, experiences and having fun at the same time.

YES, this week on The MIC is Listening! we're excited to have Robert Southgate, MBA, Founder, Southgate Media Group help Syya wax poetic on why #podcasting is an amazing tool for marketing digital content and maybe offer a few predictions on where the #podcast industry will go?

What do you REALLY think of #podcasts?

***********************

Got questions on your digital content strategy? Hit up Innovation Media Enterprises, LLC!

As I've mentioned on the Gnaw On This podcast with Ben Baker, we are in a unique position today where there are QTY: 4 Generations in our workplaces simultaneously. (YES - Boomers, GenX, Millennials and GenZ)

Today, I've asked my niece, Katelyn (KT) Wu to join me as we hash out how amazing and exciting it is to have GenZ bring some fresh perspectives to the workforce conversation!

We had such a fun time and the energy from the convention that celebrates anime, science fiction, fantasy and gaming communities - You just cannot NOT feel it!

Join us for a fun, definitely not scripted, but always engaging chat with Noonish Podcast and Tech n Cards, fellow podcasters!

There are many quotes and sayings about making change and being your own cheerleader to success. That sounds simple and straightforward, right?

Well, easier said, than done! #Entrepreneurs know this journey of ups and downs all too well and sometimes having a community to lean into, to find some resources you can tap into, helps you keep that motivation alive.

Becky and Jabez LeBret, Founders of LOTUS LAUNCH have tapped into that simple, yet critical need to find the resources to learn and grow as an entrepreneur in one, accessible place. Or as we liken it: Business Masterclass at your own pace and time!

Opportunity is always there for those that are putting in the time to learn from others!

Learn More About Lotus Launch

*********************************

If you are interested in learning more about podcasting, check out Innovation Media Enterprises.

Entrepreneurs looking to grow your business with a great community: Join Global Leaders Organization!

Who is happy with their career, job 100% of the time? If you are, we need to talk!

And for 99.9% of the population, let's talk about how and what we can do to improve our lots in life! If you aren't doing anything actively, but are open to inspiration, take a moment to join Mark Casper with Tech For Troops on today's livestream of The MIC is Listening!

Mark founded Tech For Troops, a non-profit that turns donations into Training, Education and Technology for Veterans and their families in need.

About Tech For Troops: https://techfortroops.org/

How do you add more meaning to your career or business?

#podcast #veterans #technology #nonprofit #entrepreneurship #leadership

********************

If you'd like to create or have questions about podcasting, ask Innovation Media Enterprises, LLC

Are you an entrepreneur looking for a great community? Check out Global Leaders Organization (GLO)

We've all heard that saying, that if you are going to do something, do it right, do it well, or more simply put - Just do it!

Linda Melone, Founder, The Copy Worx is the epitome of someone that knows what needs to be done and if it will be done, it will be done well.

On today's episode of The MIC is Listening! is Listening, Linda catches up with me on her latest projects and her motivations for making things happen.

She understands her #value to her clients and to herself. Do you?

Learn More about Linda and The Copy Worx Here: https://thecopyworx.com/

#podcast #podcasts #leadership #entrepreneurship

And if you are on these platforms, how much of it is it to build your personal and professional brand?

Do you even care?

Timothy (Tim) Hughes 提姆·休斯 Hughes, CEO and Co-Founder of DLA ignite ponders the nuances around social selling and it's varied definitions and applications.

We can't always meet the people we end up connecting with online, but how are we connecting, exactly?

Ok, we slip in a few comments about Led Zeppelin, because they're just awesome.

Let us know your thoughts in comments!

#podcast #socialselling #marketing

Sailakshmi Santhanakrishnan Santhanakrishnan and Arun Kumar, Co-Founders, WeInspireWe joins The MIC is Listening! to share their journey on co-founding WeInspire to mentor future leaders, innovators and creative thinkers.

Learn more about WeInspire: https://weinspire.guru/

#podcast #podcasts #innovation #mentorship #leadership

Covid-19 may have ushered in acceptance faster, but as we look to the future, we realize that a virtual meet up isn't the worst thing in the world, especially if you want to spend more time with the family or simply looking for flexibility to work.

Carrie Purcell, Toronto Chair of Global Leaders Organization and CEO & Co-Founder at Tech Adaptika joins The MIC is Listening! to show that there is a better experience to meet virtually and still retain the familiarity of human connection that we all crave.

Thanks to Innovation Media Enterprises for the support!

#technology #virtual #virtualevents #business #leadership #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship

People get ready

You don't need no ticket

All you got do is just get on board" - Bruce Springsteen, "Land of Hope & Dreams"

How often do you hum songs while working on a task at work or at home? Do you wake up with a song in your head that sets the tone for the rest of the day?

It's said that music is universal and at The MIC is Listening!, we're inclined to agree!

Jesse Jackson, Host of "Set Lusting Bruce: A Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast" joins to share about his experiences as a creator talking about his experiences as a music and especially Bruce Springsteen fan.

Thanks to Innovation Media Enterprises, LLC for the support!

Kindly like, subscribe and tap that notification button!

#podcast #podcasts #music #brucespringsteen #concerts #business #productivity

Breathing more, just a little bit

Care a little less, just a little bit...

Hit me with them good vibes..."

Nothing puts you in a great mood faster than a jaunty little ditty to pick up your spirits.

Tisha Marie Pelletier joins The MIC is Listening! to spread some of that positive energy and how we can sprinkle some of that into our own personal brand, or more aptly, help clients with authenticity with a touch of badass!

Join every week or kindly like, subscribe, share on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook or simply listen on your favorite #podcast player!

It's often said that if you tie an emotion to an experience, you will make a connection that can linger for a lifetime.

Perhaps that's why it should not be too surprising that our relationship with food has deep roots with our respective recollections from childhood, long before we're aware as adults.

It's this emotional connection with food that The MIC is Listening! explores with Leslie Urbas, Registered Dietitian and Optimal Health & Wellness Coach.

Highlights:

* Fallacy of Dieting

* The Different Approaches for Personality Types

* Eat What You Want

* Take The FOOD EMOTIONAL CODE TEST!

* Matisyahu is simply awesome and you should listen to his music!

Learn More About Leslie:

Website: http://leslieurbas.com/

TAKE THE FOOD EMOTIONAL CODE TEST: https://lnkd.in/gMZNyzaR

The MIC is Listening is livestreamed pn LinkedIn, YouTube and Facebook on Wednesdays at 10:00am CST!

Kindly Like, Subscribe, Share and Hit that Notification Button!

Shout outs to Innovation Media Enterprises, LLC Global Leaders Organization (GLO)

#podcast #podcasts #podcasting #business

If you are an #entrepreneur or are transitioning into a 2nd career as an entrepreneur, there are great opportunities in starting your own #business or acquiring into an established business.

Who can help make heads and tails on this? Deb Curtis! If you haven't heard of Deb, a simple query on LinkedIn or your favorite web browser will pull Deb up as a trusted advisor and authority on helping folks transition into successful #businesses.

Let us know what you think on the next The MIC is Listening! livestream!

Innovation Media Enterprises, LLC Global Leaders Organization (GLO) #entrepreneurship #capital #investment #acquisition

But let's not assume he judges too harshly. After a lifetime of interactions as dishwasher, apartment manager, US. Controller, COO....let's just say he's done it all.

His amazing life path, some up, many down, have led Robert to join The MIC is Listening! to talk about his unique ride on our planet and why "Don't Be Dumb" is a great read to have a conversation with for your own #leadership path.

Buy "Don't Be Dumb": https://lnkd.in/g8pW_uFc

Learn About Robert Towle: https://636advisors.com/

If you are looking to build relationships with amazing #leaders - I highly recommend you ask me about Global Leaders Organization (GLO) The Alliance of Merger and Acquisition Advisors, DFW Chapter SPN

#podcast #podcasting #entrepreneur

Let's not lie to ourselves. We have all felt moments of self doubt, whether it's external or internal voices, we experience insecurity. It doesn't have to be this way. Well, at least not for a long duration of time!

Satvinder Kaur, host of "We Are Not Lost" #podcast joins @The MIC is Listening! to share insights on self discovery and it's influence on every aspect of our lives.

Let's put it this way, as funny as the Chris Farley's skit with Sir Paul McCartney on Saturday Night Live, the way we talk to ourselves manifests how we feel about our self worth and confidence. (Don't know what I'm talking about? Link is in comments!)

The More You Give, The More You Get! - Sir Paul McCarney (SNL Skit, The Chris Farley Show)

Got questions on #podcasting or want to kick off your own #podcast? @innovation media enterprises can help!

If you say no - Welcome to Life on Earth!

We've all had to pivot conversations, make quick decisions, respond to stimuli in our environment that most likely wasn't planned. How do you make those choices on the fly and with CONFIDENCE?

Meridith Grundei joins The MIC is Listening! to look at leveraging #improv as an additional tool to the art of communication in business applications. Meridith knows a thing or two about being able to think on the fly and doing it with gusto!

Some highlights to consider:

* What is Improv and how does it feed into building confidence?

* The BIG difference between Live and Video Camera presence

* Video and Audio set up MATTERS

* Listen to "Are You Waiting for Permission?" #podcast

The MIC is LISTENING! Show is your place to hear me chat with fellow podcasters to learn about their shows and get some 411 on the stories BEHIND the stories!

This week, Paul Di Liegro, Host of the Business, Brains, & The Bottom Line Podcast joins to chat about one of his most popular episodes, Bobby Martini, Author of "Citizen Somerville" among some other podcasts that you should be paying attention to!

Join Syya EVERY WED at 10:00am CST to hear some story highlights and share a few much needed laughs to carry you through the week!

***This is a rebroadcast, or what we call an "Oldie, But Goodie!" - Enjoy!

It takes more than simply saying, "I'm accountable and focus on execution."

Sometimes it takes some serious introspection and looking at the root cause for our behaviors and our drivers.

Christopher Salem, CEO, CRS Group Holdings and Best Selling Author, "Master Your Inner Critic/Resolve the Root Cause," joins The MIC is Listening! to dive into truly digging into the roots of what can make us successful, both personally and professionally.

But as we know with this show, we're gonna kick it root down with Christopher's many areas of interests and share some real stories of real growth!

So How We Gonna Kick It?

- LTC (R) Oak McCulloch

Leadership isn't something someone is "born" into. It's a collection of experiences, failures, and wisdom to parse through everything to share knowledge for the next generation. Sometimes leadership requires more listening and humility. Sometimes it requires making tough decisions. Mostly, leadership is understanding the responsibility to inspire the next generation to do and be better.

LTC (R) Oak McCulloch joins The MIC is Listening! to share some of his perspectives and experiences after over 40 years in both military and civilian leadership roles. Oak's got some STORIES to tell!!!

• What is the path to ensure a degree is the right degree?
• Who can we turn to for questions we have on the state of our current education system?
• How has the pandemic affected what we view is valuable for education?

SJ Barakony, The Education Sherpa, joins The MIC is Listening! to share his thoughts on education and the many options available to students and parents today.

For those that are starting out, or haven't had a chance to sort out their finances to set up for the future - YOU NEED to join us!

Mike Ashabraner, aka. "The Redneck Money Coach" joins The MIC is Listening! to share his insights on a topic that the majority of the population can leverage and get started for retirement!

#finance #business #leadership #accounting #podcast #podcasts #podcasting

Where do you fall in this? Maybe a little bit of both?

Meg Nocero, Esq., former federal prosecutor and now "Queen of Manifesting" aka. Founder of Butterflies & Bliss LLC, joins The MIC is Listening! to share her insights and experiences on creating a fulfilling life. There is no question that life has its ups and downs. Meg is offering a way to ride the waves like a pro.

Kindly Like, Subscribe and JOIN the discussion! We're a hoot!

Why should you care? Because what we're talking about is applicable to all sales roles. Sales is often overlooked for those that want to "break into" an industry. Believe it or not, there is a healthy career path - If you look for it!

Jared Keesling, Regional Sales Manager with 20+ years sales veteran joins The MIC is Listening! to share his thoughts on his career and how cybersecurity has evolved from 2000s to today.

Do you agree that you can carve your own path for your career? What has been your experience?

#cybersecurity #sales #leadership #CISO #business #career #spn

#switchtocyber Innovation Media Enterprises, LLC Global Leaders Organization (GLO) The CISO Diaries Podcast

The answer is ALWAYS.

So let's ponder this: How can we be sure we are communicating the RIGHT MESSAGE at the RIGHT TIME, either virtually or in person?

Tracey Thomson and Mark Bowden with TRUTHPLANE® joins to share some pointers and dispel some "facts" that we think are part of body language.

How do you STAND OUT, WIN TRUST and GAIN CREDIBILITY?

Side note - I know the title is a stretch, but it's a great song! And wouldn't it be great if we can read if someone is being less than truthful???

Learn More about Tracey and Mark:

Website: Truthplane

LinkedIn: Mark and Tracey

Buy: Truth & Lies: What People Are Really Thinking

#podcast player!

Innovation Media Enterprises, LLC Global Leaders Organization (GLO)

#Business #leadership #bodylanguage #communication #zoom #digitalpresence #podcasts #podcasting

Red Stafstrom 🦁 and Virginia Czarnocki join me to talk about their experiences and maybe drop a nugget or 10 of their wisdom!

How do you power through when the energy reserves have not been filled?!?!

#podcast #podcasts #podcasting #spn Innovation Media Enterprises, LLC Global Leaders Organization (GLO)

Do you work hard and play hard with a #community that doesn't judge your human moments? And when we say human moments: Our many bouts of vulnerability, #authenticity, personality foibles and quirks?

If you're looking for the Social in Social Media for #business, consider joining Service Professionals Network (SPN,) or affectionately tagged as #SPN.

Michael (Mike) O'Connor SPN is the face and big engine that could of #SPN. What is it? Why should you care?

Join us and see the value a #network of enthusiastic community can do for your business and making great #connections!

Red Staftstrom, "The Unsales Guy" and Principle at Broken Sales People joins The MIC is Listening! to share his thoughts on how to navigate and kick some serious revenue success with all personality types - and yes - even for introverts!

There may be some singing along, exchanges on the merit of entertainment for toddlers, but either way - Today's episode is for the SALES FOLKS out there!

If quotes resonate with you, this one that inspires Casey Hasten, Host at We Are VIP Podcast and Director of Recruiting at VIP to share her thoughts on the value that recruiters bring to those looking for their next opportunity.

From Casey's perspective, it's better to give than to receive. Especially if you know you have a direct impact on helping to make someone's life change for the better.

Join us for our chat and let us know your favorite inspirational quotes!

No, we're not harkening back to our college years. We're talking about the mental strength and fortitude to pull ourselves together personally and professionally. Setbacks are way of life and we would be hard-pressed for anyone to have not encountered a setback. But what happens after a situation happens? Do we give up? Do we change course? Do we whisper to a scream?

Maybe the answer is YES. We are all of the above. So if we had a process to guide our way through the setback, wouldn't it make your comeback that much easier and sweeter?

How do you overcome your obstacles in life?

Vincent Pugliese recently shared a post on Social Media (Facebook in this case) on a Joe Rogan interview with Dr. Robert Malone. NO - This isn't about politics or state of healthcare. It's about 11 MILLION DOWNLOADS. It's about surpassing traditional television.

It's about the evolution of podcasting and it's undeniable growth.

So the question for today is: What is the landscape in podcasting and where does it fit in media? Does a podcast have to have a divisive topic to go viral?

Learn More about Vincent and Larry and kindly subscribe/follow:

Vincent Pugliese - Total Life Freedom Podcast

Larry Roberts - Podfest Messenger

But hopefully it will get you thinking about how far we've come in diversity within the technology industry. The MIC is Listening! Show is thrilled to have Eva Helén, founder and CEO of EQ Inspiration to share her findings from her book, "Women in Tech - A Book for Guys."

This isn't your ordinary book on supporting #womenintech. Eva painstakingly interviewed over 60 male executives in leadership and distilled down seven personality types that illuminate areas we ALL fall into in advocating for increased diversity in tech.

Perhaps this conversation evokes that "fight for your right" vibe or maybe it's more wistful on the opportunity that "we've only just begun." Either way, join the conversation!

WHAT ADVOCACY CAN BE DONE FOR WOMEN IN TECH?

DO YOU THINK WE NEED TO DO ANYTHING DIFFERENT?

***(If you aren't in tech - What are your thoughts on predominantly male industries?)

They say there are seasons in life and just when you think you have a handle, middle age rears its ugly head. YES. This may be a sensitive subject, but it needs to be discussed. If not for the women going through this natural progression of life we call menopause, but for the men to recognize that something may be going on. It is definitely creating these interesting times for #womeninbusiness (and most likely personal lives as well!)

Emily Barclay, Founder, Perimenopause Hub joins Syya Yasotornrat to set some facts straight on understanding "The Second Puberty" in women and how it affects the mind and body.

Working relationships are hard enough, but when the body isn't playing along, it has very real repercussions.

If you don't know what I'm talking about, you probably should take a few moments to listen! We promise it will be educational and amusing!

Great Resources to Learn More:

Website: Menowhaat

Facebook Group Page: Perimenopause Hub

Ok, it's a rough tie-in to introduce Dawn McKenzie, Marketing extraordinaire. But it will make sense when you hear us chat about the pies we're making for our families (or really just for us) and how marketing concepts for 2021 will slide us over to a successful 2022!

Links to all the cool folks and books on today's episode:

LinkedIn: Dawn McKenzie

Website: BPS Technology

Books:

Weekend Language by Andy Craig & Dave Yewman

Better Data Visualizations by Jonathan Schwabish

CHECK OUT OUR PIE RECIPE!

Our Sour Cream Apple Pie recipe today is coming from D The Cookbook

If you are in for a relaxed, punny Wednesday, join us at The MIC is Listening! Show.

Benny Pekala, CoFounder at Birdwell Solutions, joins to chat about his entrepreneurial journey and his thoughts on the future of app development.

Learn more about Benny:

Birdwell Solutions: https://lnkd.in/eU4u86k7

LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/efpHpnx8

Exactly! So we're talking about celebrating successes and exploring how throwing "anniversary parties" has big value to podcast brand growth and community.

How do you celebrate your "wins" in life?

We're celebrating wins with the Grapevine Public Library and with John Davidson, Founder Davidson Learning Company & Host, The DLC Drop Podcast, ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY!!!

We've all wondered how some folks seem to be more success than others - Habitually. Meaning - There are folks who seem to have constant good luck coming there way.

But is it really luck? What if it is a mindset that pushes you into positions to leverage opportunities, good timing and "luck?"

Karen Ross joins The MIC is Listening! Show to discuss how she leverages Rapid Transformational Therapy to give athletes, performers and #business clients get the confidence and mental toughness of a champion.

The question is: Have you cultivated a vision and strategy of WHO you are as a business? Could your client describe you and your business through your branding?

Orly Zeewy, MBA Zeewy, Speaker and Author, "Ready, Launch, Brand!" shares her insights on what we ALL can do to be more effective with our branding.

Discover Orly Here:

Website: zeewy.com

Twitter: #OrlyZeewy

LinkedIn: @Orly Zeewy, MBA

Buy Her Book: Ready, Launch, Brand!

Don't think we don't judge books (or wine) by the cover? Think again!

Make no mistake, there is a method to maximizing business relationships beyond glad handing and exchanging business cards that end up in the garbage.

Frank Agin, Host of Networking Rx, joins The MIC is Listening! Show to remind all of us on WHY networking still works and how to build better, more meaningful, business relationships.

As always- Hit up that Remind Me, Follow, Subscribe button and don't be shy. Share your thoughts with us!

Let's explore some of the reasons we've embraced "putting ourselves out there" can benefit personal and professional branding, credibility and let's be honest - likeability.

And YES, there will be mention how this fits into the bottom line, ie. $$$.

We're catching up on our "lost" September with the Esports Trade Association EsportsNext 2021 event, some shout outs to Cyber Warrior Podcast, The DLC Drop and The CISO Diaries and some thoughts on what presence and "numbers" mean to podcasting.

Join the conversation as Syya shares her thoughts from her "break" in September!

Ok, we've talked a lot about knowing your audience for your podcast, and Meghan understands this very well. with ATGO AI Podcast. Their discussions take deeper looks into the ramifications of technologies and governance while considering the security implications.

We don't go into deep technical talk, but it's high enough for you to understand her important work and the community that are steps ahead of the population to ensure we are all collective safe.

Leah McLean joins The MIC is Listening! Show to share her story on why it matters to highlight CISOs who are trailblazing paths for the next generation CISO to get seats at the C-Suite table. If the concept of Cybersecurity bores you, take a listen, since this is about the humans BEHIND the headlines!

Would it surprise you that the game is actually assessing your abilities to think outside the box and maybe entice you into a career in Cybersecurity?

Well, look no further than the creators of CYBERWRAITH, Nigel LeBlanc & Higinio Ochoa of Cyber Warrior Network! They've launched the Cyber Warrior Podcast to highlight the amazing things with CWN to connect cyber pros with cyber roles through the very cool world of esports!

LEARN MORE ABOUT CYBER WARRIOR NETWORK: https://theme.cyberwarriornetwork.com/

PLAY CYBERWRAITH HERE: https://api.cyberwarriornetwork.com/warrior/new/

Don't know the answer? The odds are high, it's high.

Last week, The MIC is Listening! Show had a bit of a rant on #cybersecurity issues that a fellow podcaster, and as a result, many asked for more information. We've asked Karen Rhodes to come back to give us tangible steps to protect your friends and family. Grab your pens and pencils, because this WILL happen to you and especially, the "mature" audience. For context: EVERY parent in my family and close circle of friends have been scammed or almost scammed.

Do you have similar scamming or hacking stories?

Guess what? You can be spoofed!

Today's chat on The MIC is Listening! Show is about some examples on how to ensure you are taking the proper precautions to protect yourself and simply be aware that YOU ARE NOT TOO SMALL for a jerk hacker to take advantage of you and your friends and #BUSINESS.

Karen Rhodes, Chief Technologist at Hewlett Packard Enterprise walks Syya off the ledge on her absolute disgust and ire at the state of #cybersecurity and #hacking.

Why does it matter so much to #content creation?

Have you ever wondered what it is like to be a fly on the wall for conversations? Are you having a hard time in finding a podcast and don't have the time to find them?

The Mic is Listening! Show is your place to hear Syya Yasotornrat chat with fellow podcasters to learn about their shows and get some 411 on the stories BEHIND the stories!

This week, we welcome 🎙 Christoph Trappe, Chief Content Officer of The Authentic Storytelling Project. We hear the importance of "authenticity" in content creation all the time, but what does that actually mean? Is it really all that important? Christoph will share some of his insights that can help us craft our own messages from our own unique stories.

Get a hold of Christoph below:

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

Authentic Storytelling Project: https://authenticstorytelling.net/

Join Syya EVERY WED at 10:00am CST to hear some story highlights and share a few much needed laughs to carry you through the week!

Highlights:

* "All Ships Rise with the Tide!" - Thanks to Heather Osgood, Podcast Advertising for her LinkedIn Livestream on Podcast Advertising and building the #podcast #community together!

* John Davidson of Davidson Learning Company and host of The DLC Drop Podcast and his awesome profile in the BW Businessworld article on #esports.

* My personal thoughts on Audacity and Muse Group's direction with data and the very real problem with #spyware and #security

Do you have a #podcast or are thinking about #podcasting? Join me for a conversation and let's grow together!

The MIC is LISTENING! Show is your place to hear me chat with fellow podcasters to learn about their shows and get some 411 on the stories BEHIND the stories!

This week, Leslie Flores with Moments By Design, pinch hits as we are on the road to IL!

Let's share our stories and hopefully, laugh/cry together on the experience!

Join Syya EVERY WED at 10:00am CST to hear some story highlights and share a few much needed laughs to carry you through the week!

Highlights:

• Sejal Thakkar - Bias & Proactively Civil Workplace
• Chala Dincoy - Super Niche Marketing
• Palmer Gambler - Navajo (Dene) Entrepreneurship
• Benjamin Cohen - AI will Super-Accelerate Your Sales

Shout out to Sejal's TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHvI2qSoO3k

Learn more and Follow The FangledCast Podcast Here: https://fangledtech.com/podcasts/

g5Exiuz2mv96WtKnFSDx

PiYhEAT9O1gRI6u0ypo6

The Mic is Listening! Show is your place to hear Syya Yasotornrat chat with fellow podcasters to learn about their shows and get some 411 on the stories BEHIND the stories!

This week, we welcome a very good friend, John Davidson, host of The DLC Drop Podcast and Founder of Davidson Learning Company. We're gonna chat all things about his illustrious career in skateboarding and his journey in esports activations and branding!

Highlighted Guests of The DLC Drop Podcast:

• Daniel Herz, Mission Control GG
• Geoff Moore, Team Envy
• Susan Paley, DropLabs
• Melonie Mac, Influencer

The MIC is LISTENING! Show is your place to hear me chat with fellow podcasters to learn about their shows and get some 411 on the stories BEHIND the stories!

This week, JD Gershbein, veteran broadcaster and Founder of Owlish Communications joins to chat about the upcoming launch of our new weekly MONDAY at 10:00am CST LIVESTREAM: 2 Deer in the Headlights! We've all had those moments where your brain short circuits and are left speechless. Let's share our stories and hopefully, laugh/cry together on the experience!

Join Syya EVERY WED at 10:00am CST to hear some story highlights and share a few much needed laughs to carry you through the week!

This is a FUN production of @Innovation Media Enterprises, LLC and recorded in partnership with the #podcast studios at CityCentral.

The MIC is LISTENING! Show is your place to hear me chat with fellow #podcasters to learn about their shows and get some 411 on the stories BEHIND the stories!

This week, Megan Van Petten, Host of the Esports Connected Podcast joins to chat about her mission and dedication to the Esports Trade Association to grow the #esports industry.

Join Syya EVERY WED at 10:00am CST to hear some story highlights and share a few much needed laughs to carry you through the week!

This is a FUN production of Innovation Media Enterprises, LLC and recorded in partnership with the #podcast studios at CityCentral. #wearecitycentral Esports Futuri Podcast Network MAP Esports Network Inc. Global Leaders Organization (GLO)

The MIC is LISTENING! Show is your place to hear me chat with fellow podcasters to learn about their shows and get some 411 on the stories BEHIND the stories!

This week, Paul Di Liegro, Host of the Business, Brains, & The Bottom Line Podcast joins to chat about one of his most popular episodes, Bobby Martini, Author of "Citizen Somerville" among some other podcasts that you should be paying attention to!

Join Syya EVERY WED at 10:00am CST to hear some story highlights and share a few much needed laughs to carry you through the week!

The MIC is LISTENING! Show is your place to hear Syya Yasotornrat chat with fellow podcasters to learn about their shows and get some 411 on the stories BEHIND the stories!

Join Syya EVERY WED at 10:00am CST on YouTube, Facebook and LinkedIn to hear some story highlights and share a few much needed laughs to carry you through the week!