Best The Creative Age Consulting Group Podcasts (2025)

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Rewriting the Rules of Management with Joanne Merrick - Ep.330 30:09

22h ago30:09

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What if the promotion you've been chasing isn’t actually the right move? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes Joanne Merrick, founder of The Leadership Recipe and author to explore the deeper layers of leadership, self-liberation, and what it really means to be a manager in today's world. Whether you’re consideri…

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565: Founder and CEO of GK Training on Communicating Effectively to Live a Better Life 56:30

1d ago56:30

56:30

Michael Chad Hoeppner, CEO of GK Training and adjunct professor at Columbia Business School, brings a deeply practical lens to one of the most undervalued professional skills: spoken communication. With roots in professional acting and over two decades coaching executives, Hoeppner challenges conventional wisdom, arguing that most communication adv…

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Designing Conscious Conversations with Lynn Quinn - 88 28:10

3d ago28:10

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What if the way we use words could change not just how we connect with others—but how we understand ourselves? In this episode of the Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell sits down with Lynn Quinn, a cognitive architect and creator of the Zones of Atlas. They explore how language, introspection, and shared understanding can reshape the way w…

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564: Yale’s James Kimmel Jr. on the Science of Revenge 57:40

3d ago57:40

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James Kimmel, Jr., lawyer, Yale psychiatry lecturer, and author of The Science of Revenge, joins us in the Strategy Skills podcast to explore the neuroscience and behavioral dynamics of revenge. Drawing on law, psychiatry, and over two decades of research, Kimmel offers a sobering view: revenge is not a form of justice, it’s a “pleasure-seeking beh…

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Transforming Trauma Into Triumph with Carrie KC West - Ep.329 30:25

8d ago30:25

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Have you ever felt like you were just a supporting character in your own life story? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell welcomes life story coach and author Carrie KC West, who reveals how rewriting our personal narrative can transform deep-rooted trauma into purpose, power, and peace. Carrie shares her journey from a r…

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563: Brand Global, Adapt Local: Executive Lessons from Nike, Louis Vuitton, and HubSpot 52:52

8d ago52:52

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In this episode, I spoke with two highly respected global brand leaders, Katherine Melchior Ray and Nataly Kelly, whose experience spans executive roles at Nike, Louis Vuitton, HubSpot, Zappi, and more. Our discussion centered on their latest book, Brand Global, Adapt Local, but more broadly, we explored the evolving demands of building and sustain…

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Visionary Leadership in Blue Collar Spaces with Traci Austin - 87 29:12

10d ago29:12

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What if every complaint in your company was actually a doorway to possibility? In this episode of the Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell sits down with leadership strategist and founder of Elevated Talent Consulting, Traci Austin, to explore how HR can become a powerful tool for vision, alignment, and transformation. Traci shares her evolu…

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562: Steve Jobs' Former Colleague on How to Achieve Creative Velocity in the Age of Gen AI 54:47

11d ago54:47

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Leslie Grandy, a seasoned executive who has led global product teams at Apple, Amazon, Best Buy, and T-Mobile, shares a deeply practical perspective on how leaders can activate creativity across functions, not just in design or strategy. Drawing from her early years in the film industry and later executive roles in technology, Grandy explains how s…

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From Corporate Layoff to Podcast Success with Tracy Beavers - Ep.328 30:14

15d ago30:14

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What if the very technology that pushed you out of your job became the vehicle for your success? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews Tracy Beavers, a seasoned business and sales coach, who turned corporate downsizing into divine redirection. Tracy reveals how her career journey, from climbing roofs as an insur…

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561: Harvard’s Bill George on Leading Authentically in Today's Workplace 49:54

16d ago49:54

49:54

In this wide-ranging and direct conversation, Bill George, former Medtronic CEO and Harvard Business School professor, offers a disciplined framework for leading in conditions of persistent volatility. Drawing from decades of leadership experience and research, George emphasizes that leadership today is no longer about managing processes, it is abo…

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Rooted in Vision: Celebrating Two Years of Evolution and Expansion - 86 32:07

17d ago32:07

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What does it really take to evolve as a visionary leader in today’s fast-changing world? In this special 2-year anniversary episode of the Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell brings together a powerful panel of past guests who are redefining leadership in business, wellness, and social impact. From soul-aligned wealth and multi-million-doll…

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560: American Economist and Professor, Steve Hanke, on Rewriting the Rules of Our Financial System 39:59

18d ago39:59

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Central banks in major economies have repeatedly misread inflation trends by relying on models that omit a fundamental economic lever: the money supply. In this episode, economist Steve Hanke offers a detailed critique of prevailing post-Keynesian frameworks and the policy missteps that have followed. Drawing on historical and current data, Hanke u…

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Building a Better Future for Malawi’s Children with Alaina Baker - Ep.327 29:20

22d ago29:20

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Have you ever felt a quiet pull inside, a persistent tug toward something bigger than yourself? Something that keeps showing up, even when you try to take the “safe” path? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews Alaina Baker, Executive Director of Uplift Malawi, to explore what happens when you finally answer that…

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559: Professor of Finance at London Business School, Alex Edmans, on Why ESG and DEI Data May Contain Lies 51:02

23d ago51:02

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In this episode, finance professor and author, Alex Edmans, offers a rigorous examination of the narratives surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in corporate strategy. Drawing on his critique of widely cited studies, including those from McKinsey and BlackRock, Edmans illustrates how flawed data interpretations and confirmation bias c…

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Training AI to Detect Disease: Stand Up To Cancer’s Julian Adams 31:40

23d ago31:40

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Julian Adams tried but didn’t succeed at retirement after a productive career as a medical chemist with several U.S. Food and Drug Association approvals of cancer-related treatments, including cell therapy for bone marrow transplantation. Soon after, his participation in a Stand Up ToCancer advisory group led to his appointment as the nonprofit’s p…

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Profit, Purpose, and the Power of a Fractional CFO with Teresa Wagonseller - 85 29:24

24d ago29:24

29:24

Have you ever wondered what it would look like to lead your business with both financial clarity and visionary courage? In this episode of Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews Teresa Wagonseller, founder of Higher Up CFO Services, who reveals how her journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a sought-after fractional CFO is…

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558: Founder of McKinsey's Strategy and Corporate Finance Insights Team on Measuring and Managing the Value of Companies 49:13

25d ago49:13

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In this episode, Tim Koller, co-author of Valuation and a leading authority on corporate finance, offers a substantive examination of capital allocation decisions under real-world constraints. The discussion moves beyond theory to explore how CEOs and CFOs should approach resource deployment in mature, capital-rich companies—where investment opport…

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Redefining Success on Your Own Terms with Luisa Molano - Ep.326 29:54

1M ago29:54

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What happens when you realize you've climbed to the top of the wrong mountain? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews Luisa Molano, executive coach and global community founder, to unpack the journey from burnout to alignment. Luisa shares what it was like to rise through the ranks of Fortune 500 companies only t…

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557: CEO of The Turk Group on Becoming the Leader Others Want to Follow 47:24

1M ago47:24

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In a world that often rewards taking, James Turk believes the most powerful leaders are the ones who give clarity, opportunity, second chances, and their full attention. In this episode, I speak with James Turk, who is an executive coach, CEO of The Turk Group, and author of The Giving Game, about what it truly means to become the kind of leader ot…

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How Visionaries Break Free and Lead with Confidence with Tzara Attwater - 84 28:28

1M ago28:28

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What if the biggest act of leadership you’ll ever take is choosing yourself again and again? In this episode of Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews Tzara Attwater. self-leadership and mindset coach. Imagine leaving behind comfort, career, and even relationships to build a van, chase eclipses across continents. But this isn’t just…

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556: Award-Winning Strategist Hernan Tagliani on What Brands Get Wrong About Multicultural Marketing 46:36

1M ago46:36

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What if cultural relevance isn’t just a marketing strategy but a business imperative? In this episode, I speak with Hernan Tagliani, a multicultural marketing expert, award-winning strategist for Fortune 500 companies, and author of The Hispanic Market for Corporate America and Multicultural Mainstream, that explains how brands can drive lasting gr…

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Reclaiming Confidence Through Movement and Healing with Amy Schadt - Ep.325 29:40

1M ago29:40

29:40

What if your body held the key to the confidence, clarity, and creative power you've been chasing in your mind? In a culture that rewards logic, productivity, and stillness, so many women have been shamed into silence, not just verbally, but physically. In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews Amy Schadt, certified…

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555: How a Billion-Dollar CEO Thinks and Leads (with Bill Canady) 49:24

1M ago49:24

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Your company’s next breakthrough isn’t about doing more, but doing less with purpose. In this episode, I speak with Bill Canady, CEO of two major industrial companies (OTC Industrial Technologies and Arrowhead Engineered Products), a former U.S. Navy officer, and author of From Panic to Profit, about the operating system he’s used to turn around bi…

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Awakening the Heart of the Earth with Lev Natan - 83 27:33

1M ago27:33

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In a world teetering between ecological collapse and conscious awakening, few voices speak with the grounded clarity and spiritual depth. In this episode of Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews Lev Natan. Lev shares a breathtaking origin story; his awakening during a shamanic journey in 2006 that revealed a future of global healin…

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Delivering More Connected Care Through AI: CVS Health's Josh Weiner 28:22

1M ago28:22

28:22

Josh Weiner, senior vice president of consumer engagement and analytics at CVS Health, is passionate about making health care more personalized, connected, preventative, and accessible. On today’s episode, Josh joins Sam and Shervin to explain how the integrated health care company is structured and how it is using AI to achieve those goals. Read t…

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554: Microsoft’s Dean Carignan on Using AI to Boost Joy, Focus, and Productivity at Work 40:04

1M ago40:04

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What if the key to innovation isn’t a process, but a mindset that travels across boundaries, disciplines, and decades? From international development to McKinsey to leading AI strategy at Microsoft, Dean Carignan has built his career at the intersection of systems, people, and impact. Now, as co-author of The Insider’s Guide to Innovation at Micros…

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Healing the Inner Child for True Transformation with Anat Peri - Ep.324 31:03

1M ago31:03

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How many times have you convinced yourself you were healing—reading the books, attending the workshops, repeating affirmations—only to find yourself stuck in the same cycles? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews Anat Peri, inner child expert. Anat dismantles the illusion of surface-level self-development and in…

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553: Founding Partner of DCM Insights on What Today's Rainmakers Do Differently 54:53

1M ago54:53

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In this episode, Kris speaks with Matthew Dixon, founding partner of DCM Insights and bestselling author, about his latest research on business development in professional services. Drawing on a global study of 3,000 partners, Dixon outlines five distinct sales profiles and highlights the “Activator” as the only approach consistently linked to high…

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A New Framework for Ethical, Confident Decision-Making with Cheryl Strauss Einhorn - 82 29:05

2M ago29:05

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What if the key to better decision-making isn’t just gathering more data but learning how to think differently about the data you already have? In this episode of Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews Cheryl Strauss Einhorn, investigative journalist turned decision science expert, to explore the radical power of intentional decisio…

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552: From Ditch Digger to 9-Figure CEO: Building a Business That Runs Without You 42:12

2M ago42:12

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In this episode, Kris speaks with Ken Rusk, nine-figure CEO and bestselling author of Blue Collar Cash, on building and scaling a successful business. Key insights: - True growth comes from empowering entrepreneurial employees and building autonomous teams aligned with the company’s mission and motivated to perform. - Rusk’s approach emphasizes the…

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Leadership, Legacy & Letting Go with Betsy Pepine - Ep.323 29:39

2M ago29:39

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Leadership, Legacy & Letting Go with Betsy Pepine - Ep.322 What if the very life upheaval you feared most was actually the launchpad to your greatest success? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews Betsy Pepine, bestselling author and real estate mogul. Betsy. shares her deeply personal journey from unexpected di…

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551: Microsoft Director on How to Empower Anyone to Innovate 51:26

2M ago51:26

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What if the key to driving real innovation isn’t genius, but orchestration? Innovation is often seen as the domain of visionaries or tech geniuses. But in this episode, JoAnn Garbin, former Director of Innovation at Microsoft Cloud and co-author of The Insider’s Guide to Innovation at Microsoft, shows that true innovation is a craft: one grounded i…

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Vision, Leadership, and Thriving After 65 with Ande Lyons - 81 29:44

2M ago29:44

29:44

Do you feel boxed in by expectations, especially as you age? What if true leadership isn't about barking orders but about holding a powerful vision and empowering others to shine brighter than you thought possible? In this episode of Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews Ande Lyons, a four-time founder who defied a traditional, aut…

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Building Better Answers With AI Agents: SAP’s Walter Sun 34:53

2M ago34:53

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The suggestions and support offered by AI are helpful only if they’re relevant. On today’s episode, Walter Sun, senior vice president and global head of artificial intelligence at SAP, joins Sam and Shervin to share how his organization is helping employees get smarter about artificial intelligence through the company’s AI Days. Additionally, Walte…

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550: Artist, Leader, and Yale Fellow Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir on Rethinking Leadership Through Intuition and Inner Clarity 58:26

2M ago58:26

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What if the leadership edge you’re looking for doesn’t come from working harder, but listening deeper? We talk often about productivity, performance, and pushing through. But few conversations explore the quieter forces shaping our best decisions, like intuition. In this episode, I speak with Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir, a director, writer, systems thin…

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Navigating Burnout, Pivoting with Purpose & Getting Paid What You're Worth with Dana Cox - Ep.322 29:30

2M ago29:30

29:30

Could your deepest challenges hold the key to unlocking your ultimate purpose and securing the recognition you deserve? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews Dana Cox, who has been bringing pieces together and providing level-headed, calm solutions her entire life. Imagine transforming unexpected career shifts i…

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549: Anesthesiologist and Reality TV Star on How to Stop Chasing Perfection and Embrace Connection 52:49

2M ago52:49

52:49

Dr. Tiffany Moon isn’t just breaking stereotypes — she’s rewriting the script. In this episode, Dr. Tiffany Moon — board-certified anesthesiologist, founder of Aromasthesia, and former cast member of Bravo’s Real Housewives — opens up about what it really takes to balance ambition, motherhood, entrepreneurship, and public scrutiny. From immigrating…

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Alternative Finance and Wealth Artistry with Reese Ryan - 80 28:01

2M ago28:01

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Could challenging your relationship with money and time unlock your greatest impact? In this episode of Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews Reese Ryan, about financial freedom; he's designing it, not just for himself but for others too, using what he calls "alternative finance." Step beyond conventional wisdom that says "debt is …

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548: Experiencing The American Dream with Mark Matson 59:03

2M ago59:03

59:03

What if the financial advice you trust is actually hurting your future? Mark Matson believes it is, and he has the data to prove it. In this episode, I sit down with Mark Matson, founder of Matson Money and a pioneer in the evidence-based investing movement. With over $10 billion in assets under management, Mark has helped thousands of families and…

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Alchemizing Pain and Finding Your Inner Power with Kerri Hummingbird - Ep.321 30:15

2M ago30:15

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Alchemizing Pain and Finding Your Inner Power with Kerri Hummingbird - Ep.321 What if the life challenges that have left you feeling overwhelmed and broken aren't obstacles to be overcome, but potent medicine designed to unlock your deepest wisdom and power? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews Kerri Hummingbir…

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547: First African American Astronaut to Walk in Space on Lessons from His Missions and Embracing Infinite Possibilities 56:44

2M ago56:44

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Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 547, an interview with Bernard Harris, an astronaut, physician, venture capitalist, philanthropist, and author of Embracing Infinite Possibilities: Letting Go of Fear to Find Your Highest Potential. In this episode, Bernard Harris, the first African American astronaut to walk in space, shares his experiences and d…

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Anchoring Vision and Transforming Systems with R. Lee - 79 30:57

2M ago30:57

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Anchoring Vision and Transforming Systems with R. Lee - 79 What if the very concept of being a "visionary" isn't about seeing the future, but actively casting it and letting it shape you? In this episode of Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews R. Lee, Founder of The Jade Fire. Imagine dissolving the brittle legacy structures of to…

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Upcycling and Upskilling With AI: Goodwill's Steve Preston 26:37

2M ago26:37

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Many of us know Goodwill Industries International as a retailer that accepts and resells donated goods. What the average consumer may not know is that the nonprofit takes in over 5 billion pounds of goods each year — and not all of it can be resold. For those unwanted or unviable items, the organization can either look into recycling or upcycling, …

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546: Renowned Experts Christian van Nieuwerburgh and Robert Biswas-Diener on Radical Listening 54:31

2M ago54:31

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Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 546, an interview with the authors of Radical Listening: The Art of True Connection, Prof. Christian van Nieuwerburgh and Dr. Robert Biswas-Diener. Most conversations barely scratch the surface, because true connection isn’t just about hearing words, it’s about listening with purpose and presence. In this episode,…

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545: CIA Hacker to Tech Entrepreneur: How Cybersecurity Can Make or Break Your Business 54:49

2M ago54:49

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From CIA hacker to cybersecurity advisor to a U.S. President. Now trusted by Fortune 500 companies, international banks, and leaders like Bill Gates. (And he almost missed the CIA meeting... because it was raining.) "Something told me, it was a Thursday afternoon. ... and something told me, you have to go to the co-op office today. You have to go t…

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Cultivating Shameless Authenticity and Divine Intervention with Stina Leigh - Ep.321 29:18

2M ago29:18

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Are you living a life built on expectations, feeling that gnawing disconnect between your outer achievements and your inner truth? What if you could shatter the conditioning, silence the inner critic, and step into a life radiating with authentic joy? In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews Stina Leigh, founder of…

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Finding Heart, Magic, and Impact in Leadership with Jason Saltzman - 78 28:37

2M ago28:37

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Have you ever felt the weight of financial anxiety crushing your biggest dreams, that nagging doubt whispering that money–or the lack thereof–will always be the ultimate roadblock? In this episode of Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews Jason Saltzman, CEO and founder of Relief, a FinTech company revolutionizing how Americans mana…

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544: Senior Editor at Harvard Business Review on the Strategic Genius of Taylor Swift 50:20

2M ago50:20

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What can a $2B concert tour teach us about business strategy? Quite a lot. We often speak about innovation and reinvention in the corporate world. Yet, few embody it as consistently and successfully as the artist and strategist Taylor Swift. In this episode, I spoke with Kevin Evers, Senior Editor at Harvard Business Review and author of There’s No…

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Exploring Energy Medicine and Intuitive Gifts with Dr. Mary Sanders - Ep.320 29:34

3M ago29:34

29:34

Is the unseen realm of energy and intuition silently shaping your health, happiness, and purpose? Imagine a world where your hands could unlock hidden stories, your body could feel the emotions of others, and the subtle vibrations around you held profound wisdom. In this episode of Wickedly Smart Women, host Anjel B. Hartwell interviews Dr. Mary Sa…

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543: Co-founder of Peak 360 Wealth Management on Understanding Embodied Wealth 50:53

3M ago50:53

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Welcome to Strategy Skills episode 543, an interview with the author of The Power of Enough: Finding Joy in Your Relationship with Money, Elizabeth Husserl. Many people chase wealth as a number, but the truth is that true wealth is more than just money in the bank. In this episode, Elizabeth challenges common assumptions about financial success and…

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